2017 Chevrolet Cruze Compact Car Owners Manual PDF

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Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 31
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 107
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 166
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 199
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 351
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 369
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 380
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
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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 where 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
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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, and Plymouth, MI 48170
CRUZE are trademarks and/or Refer to the purchase USA
service marks of General Motors documentation relating to your
LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
Using this Manual
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Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart

Caution Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more
labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to
hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means Do
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
{ Danger Not, Do not do this, or Do not let # : Air Conditioning
this happen. ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result Symbols % : AudioSteering Wheel Controls
in serious injury or death. or OnStar (if equipped)
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of $ : Brake System Warning Light
text. Symbols are shown along with " : Charging System
{ Warning the text describing the operation or I : Cruise Control
information relating to a specific
Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, ` : Do Not Puncture
could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator. ^ : Do Not Service
M : Shown when the owner B : Engine Coolant Temperature
manual has additional instructions
Caution or information. O : Exterior Lamps
* : Shown when the service _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
manual has additional instructions # : Fog Lamps
or information.
damage. . : Fuel Gauge
0 : Shown when there is more + : Fuses
information on another page
see page.
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4 Introduction
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
} : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief Vehicle Features

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . . 28
Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Roadside Assistance
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Instrument Panel
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 22
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . 6
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Initial Drive Information Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 22
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Driver Information
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 24
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 24
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 24
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 13 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Passenger Sensing System . . . 14 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 15
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 26
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 17
Fuel (Gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Fuel (Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 27
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
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1. Air Vents 0 197. 10. Climate Control Systems (With 17. Steering Wheel
2. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Air Conditioning) 0 190 or Adjustment 0 108.
Changer 0 160. Climate Control Systems (With 18. Cruise Control 0 237.
Heater Only) 0 192.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Heated Steering Wheel 0 109
and Lane-Change Automatic Climate Control (If Equipped).
Signals 0 162. System 0 193 (If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Driver Information Center (DIC) 11. Power Outlets 0 112. System 0 243 (If Equipped).
Buttons (If Equipped). See USB Port 0 174. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 247
Driver Information Center (DIC) 12. Wireless Charging Pocket (If (If Equipped).
(Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver Equipped). See Wireless
Information Center (DIC) (Base 19. Hood Release. See
Charging 0 114. Hood 0 266.
Level) 0 134.
13. Traction Control/Electronic 20. Data Link Connector (DLC)
3. Instrument Cluster 0 116. Stability Control 0 235. (Out of View). See Malfunction
4. Windshield Wiper/ Assistance Systems for Indicator Lamp 0 126.
Washer 0 109. Parking or Backing 0 240. 21. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 158.
5. Infotainment 0 166. 14. Shift Lever. See Automatic Fog Lamps 0 162 (If
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic Transmission 0 228 or Manual Equipped).
Headlamp System 0 160. Transmission 0 231.
Instrument Panel Illumination
7. Hazard Warning 15. Steering Wheel Controls 0 108. Control 0 163.
Flashers 0 161. Driver Information Center (DIC)
8. Heated Front Seats 0 64 (If Controls (If Equipped). See
Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC)
9. Instrument Panel Fuse (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver
Block 0 298. Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 134.
16. Horn 0 109.
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8 In Brief
Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry

Information (RKE) System
This section provides a brief The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
overview about some of the transmitter may work up to 60 m
important features that may or may (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer
to each of the features which can be
found later in this owner manual.
Stop/Start System Keyless Access

The vehicle may have a fuel saving Press the key release button to
stop/start system to shut off the remove the key. The key can be
engine and help conserve fuel. used for all locks.
When the brakes are applied and
Press K to unlock the driver door.
the vehicle is at a complete stop,
the engine may turn off. When the Flip Key Press unlock again within
five seconds to unlock all doors,
brake pedal is released or the Press the key release button to
accelerator pedal is pressed, the depending on vehicle
extend the key blade. The key can personalization. See Vehicle
engine will restart. See Starting the be used for the ignition and all
Engine 0 214. Personalization 0 150.
locks.
Press Q to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be
personalized. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 150.
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Press X twice quickly to open the Start the vehicle normally after To lock or unlock the vehicle from
trunk. entering. the inside, use the power door lock
When the vehicle starts, the parking switch.
Press and hold 7 briefly to initiate lamps will turn on.
vehicle locator. Power Door Locks
Remote start can be extended.
Press and hold 7 for at least
three seconds to sound the panic Canceling a Remote Start
alarm. To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following:
Press 7 again to cancel the panic
alarm. . Press and hold / until the
See Keys 0 31 and Remote Keyless parking lamps turn off.
Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key . Turn on the hazard warning
Access) 0 34 or Remote Keyless flashers.
Entry (RKE) System Operation
. Turn the vehicle on and then off.
(Keyless Access) 0 36.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 42.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, the engine can be
Door Locks K : Press to unlock the doors.
started from outside of the vehicle. To lock or unlock the vehicle from Q : Press to lock the doors.
the outside:
Starting the Vehicle
. Use the key. The key lock
1. Press and release Q on the cylinder is covered with a cap.
RKE transmitter. See Door Locks 0 44.
2. Immediately press and hold / . Press Q or K on the Remote
for at least four seconds or until Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
the turn signal lamps flash.
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Keyless Access Trunk Windows
If equipped, press the button on the To open the trunk: Press the switch down to open the
driver door handle when the RKE window. Pull the switch up to close
. Press the trunk release button
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the it. See Power Windows 0 55.
driver door handle. When unlocking on the driver door.
from the driver door, the first press The switches work when the ignition
. Press and hold X twice on the is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY,
unlocks that door; press again Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
within five seconds to unlock all or in Retained Accessory Power
transmitter. (RAP). See Retained Accessory
passenger doors. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System . Press the touch pad on the trunk Power (RAP) 0 219.
Operation (Key Access) 0 34 or above the license plate after
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) unlocking all doors.
System Operation (Keyless See Trunk 0 47.
Access) 0 36.
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Seat Adjustment Seat Height Adjuster Reclining Seatbacks
Manual Front Seats
If equipped, move the lever up or To recline the manual seatback:

down to manually raise or lower 1. Lift the lever.
To adjust a manual seat: the seat.
2. Move the seatback to the
1. Pull the handle at the front of See Seat Adjustment 0 61. desired position, then release
the seat. the lever to lock the seatback
2. Slide the seat to the desired in place.
position and release the 3. Push and pull on the seatback
handle. to make sure it is locked.
3. Try to move the seat back and To return the seatback to an upright
forth to be sure it is locked in position:
place.
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the
seatback, and the seatback
returns to the upright position.
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2. Push and pull on the seatback Power Driver Seat Rear Seats
to make sure it is locked.
The rear seatbacks can be folded.
To adjust a power driver seat,

To recline a power seatback, if equipped: For detailed instructions, see Rear
if equipped: . Move the seat forward or Seats 0 65.
. Tilt the top of the control rearward by sliding the control
rearward to recline. forward or rearward.
. Tilt the top of the control forward . Raise or lower the front part of
to raise. the seat cushion by moving the
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 62. front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the rear of the control up
or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 62.
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Heated Seats Press the control once for the Safety Belts
highest setting. With each press of
the control, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
and then the off setting. Three lights
indicate the highest setting and one
light the lowest.
See Heated Front Seats 0 64.
Head Restraint
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints
for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
If equipped, the controls are on the Refer to the following sections for
center stack. The engine must be To achieve a comfortable seating important information on how to use
running to operate the heated seats. position, change the seatback safety belts properly:
recline angle as little as necessary . Safety Belts 0 67.
Press M or L to heat the driver or while keeping the seat and the head
passenger seat cushion. restraint height in the proper . How to Wear Safety Belts
position. Properly 0 68.
See Head Restraints 0 60 and Seat . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 69.
Adjustment 0 61. . Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 92.
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Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status If the vehicle has heated mirrors,
indicator will be visible on the see Heated Mirrors 0 54.
System overhead console when the vehicle
is started. See Passenger Airbag Interior Mirror
Status Indicator 0 125. Adjustment
Adjust the rearview mirror to view
Mirror Adjustment the area behind the vehicle.
Exterior Manual Rearview Mirror
United States If equipped with a manual rearview
mirror, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it for nighttime
use to avoid glare from the
headlamps from behind. See
Manual Rearview Mirror 0 54.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Canada Mirror
The passenger sensing system If equipped with an automatic
turns off the front outboard dimming rearview mirror, the mirror
passenger frontal airbag and knee will automatically reduce the glare of
airbag under certain conditions. No headlamps from behind. The
1. Turn the control knob to L (Left) dimming feature comes on each
other airbag is affected by the
or R (Right) to choose the time the vehicle is started. See
passenger sensing system. See
driver or passenger mirror. Automatic Dimming Rearview
Passenger Sensing System 0 79 for
important information. 2. Move the control knob up, Mirror 0 54.
down, left, or right to adjust the
mirror.
See Power Mirrors 0 53.
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Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps

Adjustment Dome Lamps
Front Reading Lamps
To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down.
( : Press to turn the lamps off,
even when a door is open.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
H : Press to turn the lamps on
automatically when a door is
3. Pull or push the steering wheel opened.
closer or away from you.
' : Press to turn on the dome
4. Pull the lever up to lock the lamps. Rear Reading Lamps, If Equipped
steering wheel in place.
There are front reading lamps on
Do not adjust the steering wheel the overhead console and rear
while driving. reading lamps in the headliner,
if equipped.
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# or $ : Press the button near Exterior Lighting AUTO : Turns the headlamps on
each lamp to turn it on or off. automatically at normal brightness,
together with the parking lamps,
Instrument Panel Illumination taillamps, license plate lamps,
Control instrument panel lights, and
sidemarker lamps.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights. A warning
chime sounds if the driver door is
opened when the ignition switch is
The exterior lamp control is to the off and the headlamps are on.
left of the steering column on the 9 : If equipped with fog lamps,
instrument panel. press to turn the lamps on or off.
This feature controls the brightness O : Briefly turn to this position to See:
of the instrument panel controls and turn the automatic lamp control off
the infotainment display. The or on again. . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 158.
thumbwheel is to the left of the . Fog Lamps 0 162.
steering column on the instrument
panel.
D : Move the thumbwheel up or
down and hold, to brighten or dim
the instrument panel controls and
infotainment display.
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Windshield Wiper/Washer 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move

the lever down. For several wipes,
hold the lever down.
f : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and
activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/
Washer 0 109.
INT : Move the lever up to INT for

intermittent wipes, then adjust the
With the ignition in ACC/ band to control the frequency of
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move wipes.
the lever to select the wiper speed.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
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Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
these systems.
Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning)
1. Fan Control 6. Heated Front Seats (If

2. A/C (Air Conditioning) Equipped)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 7. Rear Window Defogger
4. Defrost 8. Recirculation
5. TEMP (Temperature Control)

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Climate Control System (With Heater Only)
1. Fan Control 4. TEMP (Temperature Control)

2. Defrost 5. Air Delivery Mode Controls
3. Rear Window Defogger
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Automatic Climate Control System Transmission

Manual Mode
Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows
the automatic transmission to be
shifted similar to a manual
transmission.
Electronic Range Select (ERS)
allows for the selection of a range of
gears.
See Manual Mode 0 230.
Up-Shift Light
1. Fan Control 8. Rear Window Defogger

2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 9. Recirculation
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 10. Power
4. Defrost See Climate Control Systems (With
5. Temperature Control Air Conditioning) 0 190 or Climate
Control Systems (With Heater Only) If the vehicle has a manual
6. A/C (Air Conditioning) or 0 192 and Automatic Climate transmission, it will have an up-shift
(Comfort/Eco Air Conditioning, Control System 0 193 (if equipped). light that indicates when to shift to
If Equipped) the next higher gear for the best fuel
7. Heated Front Seats (If economy.
Equipped) See Manual Transmission 0 231.
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Vehicle Features The infotainment system has built-in Radio(s)

features intended to help avoid
distraction by disabling some O:
Infotainment System functions when driving. These . Press to turn the power on.
Base radio information is included in functions may gray out when they
. Press and hold to turn the
this manual. See the infotainment are unavailable. Many infotainment
features are also available through power off.
manual for information on other
available infotainment systems. the instrument cluster and steering . Press to mute/unmute the
wheel controls. system when on.
Read the following pages to
become familiar with these features. Before driving: . Turn to decrease or increase the
. Become familiar with the volume.
{ Warning operation, faceplate buttons, and g:
screen buttons. . Radio: Press and release to fast
Taking your eyes off the road for
. Set up the audio by presetting seek the strongest previous
too long or too often while using
favorite stations, setting the station or channel.
any infotainment feature can
tone, and adjusting the . USB/Music/Pictures: Press to go
cause a crash. You or others speakers.
could be injured or killed. Do not to the previous content. Press
give extended attention to . Set up phone numbers in and hold to fast rewind.
infotainment tasks while driving. advance so they can be called d:
Limit your glances at the vehicle easily by pressing a single
button or by using a single voice . Radio: Press and release to fast
displays and focus your attention
command if equipped with seek the next strongest station
on driving. Use voice commands or channel.
Bluetooth phone capability.
whenever possible.
See Defensive Driving 0 201. . USB/Music/Pictures: Press to go
to the next content. Press and
To play the infotainment system with hold to fast forward.
the ignition off, see Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 219.
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5: . www.siriusxm.ca or call See Bluetooth (Infotainment

1-877-438-9677 (Canada). Controls) 0 181 or Bluetooth
. Press and release to access the (Overview) 0 180.
phone screen, answer an See Satellite Radio (If
incoming call, or access the Equipped) 0 171.
device home screen.
Steering Wheel Controls
See Overview 0 168.
Portable Audio Devices If equipped, some audio controls
This vehicle may have two USB can be adjusted at the steering
wheel.
Satellite Radio ports. One port in the center
console for data and charging and
If equipped, vehicles with a one in the rear of the center console
SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a for charging only. External devices
valid SiriusXM satellite radio such as iPhones/iPods and USB
subscription can receive SiriusXM storage devices may be connected.
programming.
See USB Port 0 174.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service Bluetooth
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service The Bluetooth system allows users
based in the 48 contiguous United with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile
States and 10 Canadian provinces. phone to make and receive
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide hands-free calls using the vehicle
variety of programming and audio system and controls.
commercial-free music, coast to
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile
g : If equipped with OnStar or a
coast, and in digital-quality sound. Bluetooth system, press to interact
A fee is required to receive the phone must be paired with the with those systems. See OnStar
SiriusXM service. in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it Overview 0 383, Bluetooth
can be used in the vehicle. Not all (Infotainment Controls) 0 181 or
Refer to: phones will support all functions. Bluetooth (Overview) 0 180,
. www.siriusxm.com or call or Bluetooth (Overview) in the
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.). infotainment manual.
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c : Press to reject an incoming Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the
call or end a current call. Press to speed and activate cruise control.
mute or unmute the infotainment If cruise control is already active,
system when not on a call. use to decrease vehicle speed.
See Cruise Control 0 237.
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument
cluster. It shows the status of many
vehicle systems.
1 : Press to turn the cruise control

system on and off. A white indicator
The favorite and volume switches comes on in the instrument cluster
are on the back of the steering when cruise is turned on.
wheel. * : Press to disengage cruise
1. Favorite: When on a radio control without erasing the set
source, press to select the next speed from memory.
or previous favorite. When on a +RES : If there is a set speed in
media source, press to select memory, press briefly to resume that
the next or previous track. speed or press and hold to Uplevel DIC Controls
2. Volume: Press to increase or accelerate. If cruise control is w or x : Press to move up or
decrease the volume. already active, use to increase down in a list, or on the main view
vehicle speed. press to cycle through the different
See Steering Wheel Controls 0 108. Info app pages.
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o or p : Press o to open too quickly, FCA provides a red Lane Change Alert (LCA)
application menus on the left. flashing alert on the windshield and
rapidly beeps. If equipped, the LCA system is a
Press p to open interaction menus lane-changing aid that assists
on the right. Or on the base cluster, See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) drivers with avoiding lane change
press to move between the DIC System 0 243. crashes that occur with moving
menus. vehicles in the side blind zone (or
V : Press to select a menu item. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
Press and hold to reset values on If equipped, LKA may help avoid approaching these areas from
certain screens, or on the main view crashes due to unintentional lane behind. The LCA warning display
reset info pages to the original departures. It may assist by gently will light up in the corresponding
setting. turning the steering wheel if the outside side mirror and will flash if
vehicle approaches a detected lane the turn signal is on. The Side Blind
See Instrument Cluster 0 116 and Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
Driver Information Center (DIC) marking without using a turn signal
in that direction. It may also provide included as part of the LCA system.
(Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 134. a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
alert as the lane marking is crossed. 0 245 and Lane Change Alert
Forward Collision Alert The system will not assist or alert if (LCA) 0 245.
it detects that you are actively
(FCA) System steering. Override LKA by turning Rear Vision
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or the steering wheel. LKA uses a
camera to detect lane markings
Camera (RVC)
reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA provides between 60 km/h (37 mph) and If equipped, RVC displays a view of
180 km/h (112 mph). the area behind the vehicle on the
a green indicator, V, when a
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) infotainment display when the
vehicle is detected ahead. This
0 247 and Lane Keep Assist vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
indicator displays amber if you
(LKA) 0 247. aid with parking and low-speed
follow a vehicle much too closely.
backing maneuvers.
When approaching a vehicle ahead
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 240.
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert Power Outlets

(RCTA) System The 12-volt accessory power outlet
If equipped, the RCTA system uses can be used to plug in electrical
a triangle with an arrow displayed equipment, such as a cell phone or
on the RVC screen to warn of traffic MP3 player.
behind your vehicle that may cross There is an accessory power outlet
your vehicle's path while in on the center floor console in front
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will of the shift lever. This outlet is
sound. powered when the ignition is in the
See Assistance Systems for Parking ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY
or Backing 0 240. position, or until the driver door is
opened within 10 minutes of turning
off the vehicle. See Retained 1. Slide Switch
Parking Assist Accessory Power (RAP) 0 219. 2. Tilt Switch
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist Slide Switch
See Power Outlets 0 112.
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and Express-Open/Express-Close :
avoiding objects while in Sunroof To express-open the sunroof, press
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds If equipped, the sunroof only e (1) to the second detent
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may operates with the ignition on or in position and release. To
display a warning triangle on the ACC/ACCESSORY, or when express-close the sunroof,
Rear Vision Camera screen and/or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is press g (1) to the second detent
a graphic on the instrument cluster active. See Retained Accessory position and release. Press the
to provide the object distance. In Power (RAP) 0 219. switch again to stop.
addition, multiple beeps may occur
if very close to an object.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 240.
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26 In Brief
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To Performance and . Press and release g again to

open the sunroof, press and hold turn on both systems.
e (1) until the sunroof reaches Maintenance
the desired position. Press and hold See Traction Control/Electronic
g (1) to close. Stability Control 0 235.
Traction Control/
Tilt Switch Electronic Stability Tire Pressure Monitor
Vent : From the closed position, Control This vehicle may have a Tire
press f (2) to vent the sunroof. The Traction Control System (TCS) Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Press g (2) to close. limits wheel spin. The system turns
on automatically every time the
The sunroof also has an automatic vehicle is started.
reversal system.
The StabiliTrak system assists with
See Sunroof 0 57. directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. The
system also turns on automatically
every time the vehicle is started. The low tire pressure warning light
. To turn off traction control, press alerts to a significant loss in
pressure of one of the vehicle's
and release g on the center tires. If the warning light comes on,
console. The traction off light i stop as soon as possible and inflate
illuminates. the tires to the recommended
. To turn off both traction control pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See
and StabiliTrak, press and
Vehicle Load Limits 0 206. The
hold g, until the traction off warning light will remain on until the
light i and the StabiliTrak OFF tire pressure is corrected.
light g illuminate.
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The low tire pressure warning light vehicle damage and lower fuel OIL SOON message when it is time
may come on in cool weather when economy. See Fuel to change the engine oil and filter.
the vehicle is first started, and then (Gasoline) 0 249. The oil life system should be reset
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This to 100% only following an oil
may be an early indicator that the Fuel (Diesel) change.
tire pressures are getting low and
the tires need to be inflated to the Use of diesel fuel with ultra low Resetting the Oil Life System
proper pressure. sulfur content (15 ppm, maximum) is (Base Level Cluster)
required. See Fuel for Diesel 1. Display the REMAINING OIL
The TPMS does not replace normal Engines 0 250.
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
the correct tire pressures. Information Center (DIC)
E85 or FlexFuel (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver
See Tire Pressure Monitor Information Center (DIC) (Base
System 0 310. Level) 0 134.
2. Press and hold SET/CLR on
Fuel (Gasoline) the turn signal lever while the
Oil Life display is active. The
oil life will change to 100%.
No E85 or FlexFuel Resetting the Oil Life System
(Uplevel Cluster)
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater
than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), 1. Display the REMAINING OIL
such as E85, cannot be used in this LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
Regular Fuel vehicle. Information Center (DIC)
Use only unleaded gasoline rated (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver
87 octane or higher in your vehicle. Engine Oil Life System Information Center (DIC) (Base
Do not use gasoline with an octane Level) 0 134.
The engine oil life system calculates
rating lower as it may result in engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
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28 In Brief
2. Press and hold V on the DIC . Avoid idling the engine for long Depending on a number of factors
while the Oil Life display is periods of time. monitored by the engine computer,
active. The oil life will change . When road and weather the DPF will need to be cleaned of
to 100%. conditions are appropriate, use accumulated solids. When a
cruise control. cleaning is needed, the engine
The oil life system can also be reset computer will initiate a cleaning
as follows: . Always follow posted speed action by warming the exhaust gas
1. Turn the ignition on with the limits or drive more slowly when temperature. This feature has been
engine off. See Ignition conditions require. designed to operate automatically,
Positions (Keyless Access) . Keep vehicle tires properly with limited operator involvement or
0 212 or Ignition Positions (Key inflated. awareness.
Access) 0 210.
. Combine several trips into a Special DPF Driver Messages
2. Fully press and release the single trip. If the vehicle is used for numerous
accelerator pedal three times
. Replace the vehicle's tires with short trips or extended slow-speed
within five seconds.
the same TPC Spec number operation, the engine computer may
See Engine Oil Life System 0 273. molded into the tire's sidewall not be able to adequately heat up
near the size. the exhaust system to clean the
Driving for Better Fuel . Follow recommended scheduled
DPF effectively. The engine
Economy computer has been designed to
maintenance.
continuously monitor the condition
Driving habits can affect fuel of the DPF. When the engine
mileage. Here are some driving tips Diesel Particulate Filter computer detects that the DPF is full
to get the best fuel economy The engine is equipped with a of particulates but the vehicle is
possible. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) that, being operated in a manner that
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate by design, will filter or trap does not allow effective automatic
smoothly. particulates. The DPF is located in DPF cleaning, a Driver Information
the exhaust system. Center (DIC) message will display.
. Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
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If the vehicle continues to be driven Do Not Use Non-Highway Fuel Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid
in a manner that prevents effective Fuel labeled as off road or DEF can be purchased at a
DPF cleaning, the DPF will become non-highway is typically very high in Chevrolet dealer. It can also be
plugged with particulates. If this sulfur content and will damage the purchased at authorized vehicle
occurs, the engine computer will emission control system. dealerships. Additionally, some
turn on the service engine soon light Non-highway fuel is not intended for diesel fueling stations or retailers
in the instrument cluster and a DIC use in on-highway vehicles. may have DEF for purchase. For
message will display. See Diesel vehicles with an active OnStar
Particulate Filter 0 222, Engine In addition:
subscription, OnStar can help to
Power Messages 0 142, and Diesel . Use the correct engine oil. locate a DEF retailer. See
Particulate Filter Messages 0 143. Customer Assistance Offices in
. Do not add gasoline to
Fuel diesel fuel. the owner manual for phone
numbers to assist you in contacting
Use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel . Do not modify the induction or a GM dealer. See Recommended
Fuel (ULSD) exhaust systems. Fluids and Lubricants 0 361.
Use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 250 As the DEF tank becomes low on
(ULSD) only. The emission control and Engine Oil 0 270. fluid, warnings begin with
hardware used on the vehicle may approximately
be damaged by using fuel with high Diesel Exhaust Fluid 1 600 km (1,000 miles) of remaining
sulfur levels. Use only fuel that is range. These warnings will increase
dispensed from pumps bearing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is used
with diesel engines to reduce the in intensity as the tank becomes
ULSD label. empty. Once the tank is empty, the
amount of regulated emissions
Do Not Use Low Sulfur Diesel produced. The DEF system must be vehicle speed will be limited. If there
Fuel (LSD) maintained for the vehicle to run is an issue with the quality of the
properly. It is normal to hear the fluid or the exhaust fluid system,
Do not use fuel that is dispensed warnings will be displayed in the
from pumps bearing the LSD label. DEF system purge fluid back into
the tank after the vehicle is shut off. Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 223.
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30 In Brief
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Chevrolet owners are
automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 373.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 31
Keys, Doors, and Immobilizer Operation (Key

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Keys and Locks
Windows Immobilizer Operation (Keyless
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Keys
Exterior Mirrors { Warning
Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 an ignition key or Remote
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
System Operation (Key Interior Mirrors dangerous and children or others
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 54 could be seriously injured or
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 54 killed. They could operate the
System Operation (Keyless Automatic Dimming Rearview power window or other controls or
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 make the vehicle move. The
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 42 windows will function with the key
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Windows in the ignition or with the RKE
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 transmitter in the vehicle, and
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
children or others could be caught
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 46 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
in the path of a closing window.
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Roof Do not leave children in a vehicle
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 with the ignition key or an RKE
Doors transmitter.
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 50
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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32 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Warning (Continued)
impacted, and airbags may not
deploy. To reduce the risk of
unintentional rotation of the
ignition key, do not change the
way the ignition key and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
if equipped, are connected to the
provided key rings.
If the vehicle is equipped with a Interference from radio-frequency

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

(RKE) System
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 379.
If there is a decrease in the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating
range:
. Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
Flip Key Keyless Access . Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
Press the button on the RKE Remove the key by pressing the
blocking the signal.
transmitter to extend the key. Press button on the side of the RKE
the button and the key blade to transmitter near the bottom and pull . Check the transmitter's battery.
retract the key. the key out. Never pull the key out See Battery Replacement later
without pressing the button. in this section.
If the vehicle has an ignition, and it
becomes difficult to turn the key, See your dealer if a new key is . If the transmitter is still not
inspect the key blade for debris. needed. working correctly, see your
Periodically clean with a brush dealer or a qualified technician
If locked out of the vehicle, see
or pick. for service.
Roadside Assistance
Program 0 373.
With an active OnStar subscription,
an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
Overview 0 383.
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Remote Keyless Entry The turn signal indicators may flash X : Press twice quickly to open the
and/or the horn may sound on the trunk.
(RKE) System Operation second press to indicate locking.
(Key Access) See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. 7 : Press and hold briefly to initiate
vehicle locator. The exterior lamps
The transmitter functions may work If the driver door is open when Q is flash and the horn chirps three
up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the pressed, all doors will lock and then times.
vehicle. the driver door will immediately
unlock if equipped and enabled Press and hold 7 for at least
Keep in mind that other conditions,
such as those previously stated, can through vehicle personalization. three seconds to sound the panic
impact the performance of the alarm. The horn sounds and the
If the passenger door is open when turn signals flash for 30 seconds,
transmitter. Q is pressed, all doors lock. or until 7 is pressed again or the
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm vehicle is started.
system. See Vehicle Alarm / : If equipped, press and release
System 0 50. Q and then immediately press and
K : Press to unlock the driver door. hold / for at least four seconds to
Press K again within five seconds start the engine from outside the
to unlock all doors, depending on vehicle using the RKE transmitter.
vehicle personalization. See Vehicle See Remote Vehicle Start 0 42.
Personalization 0 150. The RKE transmitter buttons will not
The turn signal indicators may flash operate when the key is in the
to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle ignition.
With Remote Start Similar Programming Keys to the
Q : Press to lock all doors. Pressing K will disarm the alarm Vehicle
system. See Vehicle Alarm Only keys programmed to the
System 0 50. vehicle will work. If a key is lost or
stolen, a replacement can be
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purchased and programmed through 5. Insert the new key to be 1. Insert the new vehicle key into
your dealer. The vehicle can be programmed and turn it to the the ignition.
reprogrammed so that lost or stolen ON/RUN position within 2. Turn to ON/RUN. The security
keys no longer work. Any remaining five seconds. light will come on.
keys will need to be reprogrammed. The security light will turn off
Each vehicle can have up to eight 3. Wait 10 minutes until the
once the key has been security light turns off.
keys matched to it. programmed.
Programming with Two 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
6. Repeat Steps 15 if additional
Recognized Keys (Key keys are to be programmed. 5. Repeat Steps 24 two more
Vehicles Only) times. After the third time, turn
If a key is lost or damaged, see your to ON/RUN; the key is learned
This procedure is for adding a dealer to have a new key made.
transmitter, not replacing a and all previously known keys
transmitter. To program: Programming without Two will no longer work with the
Recognized Keys (Key vehicle.
1. Insert the original, already Vehicles Only)
programmed key in the ignition 6. To learn a second key, turn to
and turn the key to the ON/ Program a new key to the vehicle LOCK/OFF, insert the second
RUN position. when a recognized key is not key to be learned, and rotate to
available. Canadian regulations ON/RUN.
2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF, require that owners see their dealer.
and remove the key. After two keys are learned,
If two currently recognized keys are remaining keys can be learned by
3. Quickly, within five seconds, not available, follow this procedure following the procedure in
insert the second original to program the first key. Programming with Two Recognized
already programmed key in the Keys (Key Vehicles Only).
ignition and turn the key to the This procedure will take
ON/RUN position. approximately 30 minutes to Battery Replacement
complete for the first key. The
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF, vehicle must be off and all of the Replace the battery if the REPLACE
and remove the key. keys you wish to program must be BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
with you. message displays in the DIC. See
Key and Lock Messages 0 143.
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Caution
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
When replacing the battery, do (Keyless Access)
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your The Keyless Access system allows
body could damage the for vehicle entry when the
transmitter. transmitter is within range. See
Keyless Access Operation later in
this section.
The battery is not rechargeable. To
The transmitter functions may work
replace the battery:
up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the
vehicle.
2. Remove the battery with a
small tool by pushing it toward Keep in mind that other conditions,
the top of the transmitter. such as those previously stated, can
impact the performance of the
3. Insert a new battery, positive transmitter.
side up, pushing it down until it
is held in place. Use a CR
2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
1. Separate the two halves of the

transmitter by inserting a flat
tool into the recess of the
transmitter.
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Q : Press to lock all doors. X : Press twice quickly to open the vehicle has this feature, there will be
trunk. a button on the outside door
The turn signal indicators may flash handles.
and/or the horn may sound on the 7 : Press and hold briefly to initiate
second press to indicate locking. vehicle locator. The exterior lamps Keyless Access can be
See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. flash and the horn chirps three programmed to unlock all doors on
times. the first lock/unlock press from the
If the driver door is open when Q is driver door. See Vehicle
pressed, all doors will lock and then Press and hold 7 for at least Personalization 0 150.
the driver door will immediately three seconds to sound the panic
unlock, if enabled through the alarm. The horn sounds and the Keyless Unlocking/Locking from
vehicle personalization. turn signals flash for 30 seconds, the Driver Door
If the passenger door is open when or until 7 is pressed again or the When the doors are locked and the
Q is pressed, all doors lock. vehicle is started. RKE transmitter is within range of
the door handle, pressing the lock/
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm / : If equipped, press and release unlock button on the driver door
system. See Vehicle Alarm Q and then immediately press and handle will unlock the driver door.
System 0 50. hold / for at least four seconds to If the lock/unlock button is pressed
start the engine from outside the again within five seconds, all
K : Press to unlock the driver door. vehicle using the RKE transmitter. passenger doors will unlock.
Press K again within five seconds See Remote Vehicle Start 0 42.
to unlock all doors, depending on
vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Keyless Access Operation
Personalization 0 150. The Keyless Access system allows
The turn signal indicators may flash for the doors and trunk to be locked
to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle and unlocked without pressing the
Personalization 0 150. RKE transmitter button. The RKE
transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft)
Pressing K will disarm the alarm of the door being opened. If the
system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 0 50.
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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter inside the vehicle. Do

the Passenger Doors not leave the RKE transmitter in an
When the doors are locked and the unattended vehicle.
RKE transmitter is within range of To customize the doors to
the door handle, pressing the lock/ automatically lock when exiting the
unlock button on a passenger door vehicle, see Vehicle
handle will unlock all doors. Personalization 0 150.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the Temporary Disable of Passive
following occur: Locking Feature
. The lock/unlock button was used Temporarily disable the passive
to unlock all doors. locking by pressing and holding K
Driver Side Shown, Passenger on the interior door switch with a
Similar . Any vehicle door has been
door open for at least four seconds,
opened and all doors are now or until three chimes are heard.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will closed.
cause all doors to lock if any of the Passive locking will then remain
following occur: Passive Locking disabled until Q on the interior door
. It has been more than If equipped with Keyless Access, is pressed, or until the vehicle is
five seconds since the first lock/ the vehicle will lock several seconds turned on.
unlock button press. after all doors are closed if the Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
. Two lock/unlock button presses vehicle is off and at least one RKE
transmitter has been removed or When the vehicle is turned off and a
were used to unlock all doors. remote is left in the vehicle, the horn
none remain in the vehicle.
. Any vehicle door has been will chirp three times after all doors
If other electronic devices interfere are closed. To turn on or off see
opened and all doors are now
with the RKE transmitter signal, the Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
closed.
vehicle may not detect the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the
doors may lock with the RKE
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Keyless Trunk Opening Programming with Recognized the vehicle key of the new
Press the touch pad on the rear of Transmitters (Keyless Access transmitter into the key lock
the trunk above the license plate to Vehicles Only) cylinder on the outside of the
open the trunk when the RKE A new transmitter can be driver door and turn the key to
transmitter is in range. programmed to the vehicle when the unlock position five times
there are two recognized within 10 seconds.
Keyed Access transmitters. To program, the vehicle The Driver Information Center
To access a vehicle with a dead must be off and all of the (DIC) displays READY FOR
transmitter battery, see Door transmitters, both currently REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5 etc.
Locks 0 44. recognized and new, must be 3. Remove the recognized key
with you. and place the new transmitter
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle into the front cupholder.
Only RKE transmitters programmed 4. Press ENGINE START/STOP.
to the vehicle will work. If a When the transmitter is
transmitter is lost or stolen, a learned, the DIC will show that
replacement can be purchased and it is ready to program the next
programmed through your dealer. transmitter.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed 5. Remove the transmitter from
so that lost or stolen transmitters no the front cupholder and
longer work. Any remaining press K or Q on the
transmitters will need to be transmitter.
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters To program additional
matched to it. transmitters, repeat Steps 35.
1. Place the two recognized keys
in the front cupholder. When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
2. Remove the key lock cylinder hold ENGINE START/STOP for
cap on the driver door handle. 12 seconds to exit
See Door Locks 0 44. Insert programming mode.
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6. Return the vehicle key back The Driver Information Center

into the transmitter. (DIC) displays REMOTE
LEARN PENDING,
Programming without Recognized PLEASE WAIT.
Transmitters (Keyless Access
Vehicles Only) 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
If two currently recognized
START BUTTON TO LEARN
transmitters are not available, follow
and then press ENGINE
this procedure to program up to
START/STOP.
eight transmitters. This feature is
not available in Canada. This The DIC displays will again
procedure will take approximately show REMOTE LEARN
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
must be off and all of the 4. Place the transmitter in the
3. Repeat Step 2 two additional front cupholder.
transmitters you wish to program times. After the third time all
must be with you. previously known transmitters 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP.
1. Remove the key lock cylinder will no longer work with the When the transmitter is learned
cap on the driver door handle. vehicle. Remaining transmitters the DIC will show that it is
See Door Locks 0 44. Insert can be relearned during the ready to program the next
the vehicle key of the next steps. transmitter.
transmitter into the key lock The DIC display should now 6. Remove the transmitter from
cylinder on the outside of the show READY FOR REMOTE the front cupholder and
driver door and turn the key to # 1. press K or Q on the
the unlock position five times transmitter.
within 10 seconds.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 46.
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When all additional transmitters Battery Replacement

are programmed, press and
Replace the battery if the REPLACE
hold ENGINE START/STOP for
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
12 seconds to exit
message displays in the DIC. See
programming mode.
Key and Lock Messages 0 143.
7. Return the vehicle key back
into the transmitter. Caution
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
When replacing the battery, do
Transmitter Battery
not touch any of the circuitry on
If the transmitter battery is weak or if the transmitter. Static from your
there is interference with the signal body could damage the
when tying to start the vehicle, the To start the vehicle: transmitter.
DIC may display NO REMOTE 1. Place the transmitter in the
DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY front cupholder.
WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN The battery is not rechargeable. To
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or replace the battery:
START YOUR VEHICLE. The N (Neutral), press the brake
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE pedal and ENGINE START/
KEY message may also be STOP. See Starting the Engine
displayed at this time. 0 214 for additional information
about the vehicle's keyless
ignition with pushbutton start.
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
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1. Press the button on the side of Remote Vehicle Start

the transmitter near the bottom
and pull the key out. If equipped, this feature allows the
engine to be started from outside
the vehicle. See Engine
Exhaust 0 221.
/ : This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote
start.
If equipped with remote start, the
climate control system will come on
when the vehicle is started remotely,
3. Remove the battery by pushing depending on the outside
on the battery and sliding it temperature.
toward the bottom of the
transmitter. The rear window defogger and
heated seats, if equipped, may also
2. Separate the two halves of the 4. Insert the new battery, positive come on. See Remote Start
transmitter using a flat tool side facing the back cover. Climate Control Operation in
inserted into the area near the Push the battery down until it is Climate Control Systems (With Air
key slot. held in place. Replace with a Conditioning) 0 190 or Climate
CR2032 or equivalent battery. Control Systems (With Heater Only)
5. Snap the battery cover back on 0 192 and Heated Front Seats 0 64.
to the transmitter. Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start
to have the vehicle in view. Check
local regulations for any
requirements.
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Other conditions can affect the The engine will continue to run for Canceling a Remote Start
performance of the transmitter. See 15 minutes. After 30 seconds, To cancel a remote start, do one of
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) repeat the steps if a 15-minute the following:
System 0 33. extension is desired. Remote start
can be extended only once. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
Starting the Vehicle
Place the ignition in ON/RUN/ vehicle and press and hold /
To start the engine using the remote START to drive. until the parking lamps turn off.
start feature:
. Turn on the hazard warning
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the Extending Engine Run Time
flashers.
vehicle. The engine run time can be
. Turn the vehicle on and then off.
extended by another 15 mintues,
2. Press and release Q. if during the first 15 minutes Conditions in Which Remote Start
3. Immediately after completing Step 2 and 3 are repeated while the Will Not Work
Step 2, press and hold / for at engine is still running. An extension
can be requested 30 seconds after The remote vehicle start feature will
least four seconds or until the not operate if:
starting. When the remote start is
turn signal lamps flash. The . The key is in the ignition (Key
extended, the second 15-minute
turn signal lamps flashing
period is added on to the first Access) or if the RKE transmitter
confirms the request to remote
15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes. is in the vehicle (Keyless
start the vehicle has been
The remote start can be Access).
received.
extended once. . The hood is not closed.
When the engine starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on as A maximum of two remote starts, . The hazard warning flashers
long as the engine is running. The or a single start with an extension, are on.
doors will be locked and the climate is allowed between ignition cycles. . The malfunction indicator lamp
control system may come on. The vehicle's ignition must be is on.
turned on and then back off to use . The engine coolant temperature
remote start again. is too high.
. The oil pressure is low.
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. Two remote vehicle starts, or a . Use the key in the driver door.
single remote start with an Warning (Continued) The key cylinder is covered with
extension, have already a cap.
. Young children who get into
been used. To lock or unlock the doors from
unlocked vehicles may be
. The vehicle is not in P (Park). unable to get out. A child inside the vehicle:
can be overcome by . Press Q or K on the power door
Door Locks extreme heat and can suffer
lock switch.
permanent injuries or even
{ Warning death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle
. If equipped with Keyless Access,
pushing down the manual lock
Unlocked doors can be whenever leaving it. knob on the driver door will lock
dangerous. . Outsiders can easily enter all doors.
. Passengers, especially through an unlocked door . Pulling an interior door handle
children, can easily open when slowing or stopping will unlock the door. Pulling the
the doors and fall out of a the vehicle. Lock the doors door handle again unlatches it.
moving vehicle. The chance to help prevent this from
happening. Key Cylinder Access
of being thrown out of the
vehicle in a crash is To access the key lock cylinder:
increased if the doors are To lock or unlock the doors from 1. Pull the door handle to the
not locked. So, all outside the vehicle: open position.
passengers should wear
safety belts properly and the . Press Q or K on the Remote
doors should be locked Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
whenever the vehicle is
driven.
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Keyless Access Delayed Locking

If equipped, the RKE transmitter This feature delays the locking of
must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door the doors until five seconds after all
being opened. Press the button on doors are closed.
the door handle to open. See
Keyless Access Operation in If equipped with Keyless Access,
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) delayed locking can only be turned
System Operation (Key Access) on when the Unlocked Door
0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry Anti-Lockout has been turned off.
(RKE) System Operation (Keyless When Q is pressed on the power
Access) 0 36.
door lock switch while the door is
open, a chime will sound three
2. Insert the key into the slot on Power Door Locks times indicating delayed locking is
the bottom of the cap and pry active.
outward.
The doors will lock automatically
3. Move the cap rearward and five seconds after all doors are
remove. closed. If a door is reopened before
Replace the cap by snapping on that time, the five-second timer will
the tabs. 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
Q : Press to lock the doors. programmed. See Vehicle
K : Press to unlock the doors.
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Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection This can be manually overridden by

pressing and holding Q on the
When the doors are closed, the Key Access : When locking is
ignition is on, and the shift lever is requested with the driver door open power door lock switch.
moved out of P (Park) for an and the key in the ignition, all the Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
automatic transmission, or the doors will lock and then the driver
vehicle speed is above 13 km/h door will unlock. Keyless Access : Unlocked Door
(8 mph) for a manual transmission, Anti-Lockout, when on, will unlock
This can be manually overridden by the driver door if locking is
the doors will lock.
pressing and holding Q on the requested while the driver door is
To unlock the doors: power door lock switch. open. This feature can be turned on
or off using the vehicle
. Press K. Keyless Access : When locking is personalization menus. See Vehicle
. For automatic transmissions, requested with the driver door open Personalization 0 150.
shift the vehicle into P (Park). and the vehicle is in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START,
. For manual transmissions and a all the doors will lock and then the
Safety Locks
keyed ignition system, remove driver door will unlock. The rear door safety locks prevent
the key from the ignition when passengers from opening the rear
parked. If the vehicle is off and locking is
requested while a door is open, doors from inside the vehicle.
. For manual transmissions and a when all doors are closed the
pushbutton start system, turn the vehicle will check for RKE
vehicle off when parked. transmitters inside. If an RKE
The automatic door lock feature transmitter is detected and the
cannot be disabled. Automatic door number of RKE transmitters inside
unlocking can be programmed. has not reduced, the driver door will
unlock and the horn will sound three
See Vehicle Personalization 0 150. times.
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Manual Safety Locks To open a rear door when the safety Doors
lock is on:
1. Unlock the door by activating Trunk
the inside handle, pressing the
power door lock switch,
or using the Remote Keyless { Warning
Entry (RKE) transmitter. Exhaust gases can enter the
2. Open the door from the vehicle if it is driven with the
outside. liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with
When the safety lock is enabled, any objects that pass through the
adults and older children will not be seal between the body and the
able to open the rear door from the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
inside. Cancel the safety locks to exhaust contains carbon
enable the doors to open from the monoxide (CO) which cannot be
The safety lock is on the inside
inside. seen or smelled. It can cause
edge of the rear doors. To use the
safety lock: To cancel the safety lock: unconsciousness and even death.
1. Move the lever forward to the 1. Unlock the door and open it If the vehicle must be driven with
lock position. from the outside. the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open:
2. Close the door. 2. Move the lever rearward to . Close all of the windows.
3. Do the same for the other unlock. Do the same for the . Fully open the air outlets on
rear door. other door. or under the instrument
panel.
. Adjust the climate control
system to a setting that
brings in only outside air
and set the fan speed to the
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transmitter, or press the touch pad

Warning (Continued) above the license plate after
unlocking all doors.
highest setting. See
Climate Control Systems If equipped with Keyless Access,
in the Index. the trunk may be opened while the
vehicle is locked by pressing the
. If the vehicle has a power touch pad when the RKE transmitter
liftgate, disable the power is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the
liftgate function. vehicle.
For more information about
carbon monoxide, see Engine Emergency Trunk Release
Exhaust 0 221. Handle
Press the trunk release button.
Caution
To open the trunk, the vehicle must
be off or stopped with the parking Do not use the emergency trunk
brake applied for manual release handle as a tie-down or
transmissions, or with the shift lever anchor point when securing items
in P (Park) for automatic in the trunk as it could damage
transmissions. the handle.
To open the trunk from outside the

vehicle, press X twice on the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
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Warning (Continued)
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with
the liftgate or hatch/trunk open:
. Close all of the windows.
. Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
panel.
There is a glow-in-the-dark After pulling the emergency trunk
emergency trunk release handle on release handle, push the handle . Adjust the climate control
the trunk lid. The handle will glow back into the bezel. system to a setting that
following exposure to light. Pull the brings in only outside air
release handle to open the trunk Liftgate and set the fan speed to the
from the inside. highest setting. See
Climate Control Systems
{ Warning in the Index.
Exhaust gases can enter the . If the vehicle is equipped
vehicle if it is driven with the with a power liftgate, disable
liftgate, hatch/trunk open, or with the power liftgate function.
any objects that pass through the For more information about
seal between the body and the carbon monoxide, see Engine
hatch/trunk or liftgate. Engine Exhaust 0 221.
exhaust contains carbon
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To lock or unlock the liftgate, Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured

if equipped, from the inside, press Q during the delay to arm the system.
This vehicle has theft-deterrent
or K on the driver door. features; however, they do not make
Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured.
A door, the hood, or the trunk
the vehicle impossible to steal.
is open.
Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is
armed.
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
system. Arming the Alarm System
1. Close the trunk and the hood.
Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways:
. Use the RKE transmitter.
. Use the Keyless Access
To open the liftgate from the system, if equipped.
outside, press K on the . With a door open, press the
RKE transmitter to unlock all doors, interior Q.
then use the center touch pad.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system will arm, and the
System Operation (Key Access) The indicator light, on the indicator light will begin to
0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry instrument panel near the slowly flash indicating the
(RKE) System Operation (Keyless windshield, indicates the status of alarm system is operating.
Access) 0 36. the system: Pressing Q on the RKE
When closing the liftgate, close Off : Alarm system is disarmed. transmitter a second time will
using the grip cup to ensure that it
fully latches.
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bypass the 30-second delay Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper
and immediately arm the alarm Condition
Do one of the following to disarm
system.
the alarm system or turn off the If K is pressed on the RKE
The vehicle alarm system will not alarm if it has been activated: transmitter and the horn chirps and
arm if the doors are locked with
. Press K on the RKE transmitter. the lamps flash three times, an
the key.
alarm occurred previously while the
If the driver door is opened without . Unlock the vehicle using the alarm system was armed.
first unlocking with the RKE Keyless Access system,
if equipped. If the alarm has been activated, a
transmitter, the horn will chirp and
message will appear on the DIC.
the lights will flash to indicate . Start the vehicle. See Security Messages 0 146.
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
started, or the door is not unlocked To avoid setting off the alarm by
by pressing K on the RKE
accident: Immobilizer
transmitter during the 10-second . Lock the vehicle after all See Radio Frequency
pre-alarm, the alarm will be occupants have left the vehicle Statement 0 379.
activated. and all doors are closed.
If a door, the hood, or the trunk is . Always unlock a door with the Immobilizer Operation
opened without first disarming the RKE transmitter or use the (Key Access)
system, the turn signals will flash Keyless Access system,
if equipped. This vehicle has a passive
and the horn will sound for about theft-deterrent system.
30 seconds. The alarm system will Unlocking the driver door with the
then re-arm to monitor for the next key will not disarm the system or The system does not have to be
unauthorized event. turn off the alarm. manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the key is
removed from the ignition.
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The system is automatically If the engine still does not start, and
disarmed when the vehicle is the key appears to be undamaged
started with the correct key. The key or the light continues to stay on, try
uses a transponder that matches an another ignition key. If the engine
immobilizer control unit in the does not start with the other key, the
vehicle and automatically disarms vehicle needs service. If the vehicle
the system. Only an authorized key does start, the first key may be The security light in the instrument
starts the vehicle. The vehicle may damaged. See your dealer who can cluster comes on when there is a
not start if the key is damaged. service the theft-deterrent system problem with arming or disarming
and have a new key made. the theft-deterrent system.
Do not leave the key or device that The system has one or more
disarms or deactivates the transmitters matched to an
theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. immobilizer control unit in your
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
Immobilizer Operation transmitter will start the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument
(Keyless Access) If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
cluster comes on if there is a This vehicle has a passive vehicle.
problem with arming or disarming theft-deterrent system.
the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the
The system does not have to be security light comes on briefly when
When trying to start the vehicle, the manually armed or disarmed. the ignition is turned on.
security light comes on briefly when
The vehicle is automatically If the engine does not start and the
the ignition is turned on.
immobilized when the transmitter security light stays on, there is a
If the engine does not start and the leaves the vehicle. problem with the system. Turn the
security light stays on, there is a vehicle off and try again.
The immobilization system is
problem with the system. Turn the
disarmed when the ignition button is
ignition off and try again.
pressed and a valid transmitter is
found in the vehicle.
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If the RKE transmitter appears to be Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors

undamaged, try another transmitter.
Or, you may try placing the
transmitter in the transmitter pocket Convex Mirrors
in the center console. See Starting
the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter { Warning
Battery under Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key A convex mirror can make things,
Access) 0 34 or Remote Keyless like other vehicles, look farther
Entry (RKE) System Operation away than they really are. If you
(Keyless Access) 0 36. cut too sharply into the right lane,
If the engine does not start with the you could hit a vehicle on the
other transmitter or when the right. Check the inside mirror or
transmitter is in the pocket in the glance over your shoulder before
center console, your vehicle needs changing lanes.
To adjust the mirror:
service. See your dealer who can
service the theft-deterrent system The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Turn the control knob to L (Left)
and have a new transmitter shaped. A convex mirror's surface is or R (Right) to choose the
programmed to the vehicle. curved so more can be seen from driver or passenger mirror.
Do not leave the transmitter or the driver seat. 2. Move the control knob up,
device that disarms or deactivates down, right, or left to adjust the
the theft-deterrent system in the mirror.
vehicle. 3. Turn the control knob to the O
position to deselect the mirror.
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Folding Mirrors 2. Press the knob down toward Interior Mirrors

{ to fold the mirrors.
The vehicle has folding mirrors.
These mirrors can be folded inward 3. Press the knob down again Interior Rearview Mirrors
to prevent damage when going toward { to unfold the mirrors.
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
through an automatic car wash. If one power folding mirror is view of the area behind the vehicle.
Manual Folding Mirrors manually unfolded, pressing down Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the knob will only unfold the on the mirror. Use a soft towel
To fold manual folding mirrors, other mirror.
if equipped, pull the mirror toward dampened with water.
the vehicle. Push the mirror outward
to return it to the original position. Heated Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror
The rear window defogger also If equipped with a manual rearview
Power Folding
heats the outside mirrors, mirror, push the tab forward for
if equipped. daytime use and pull it for nighttime
= : Press to heat the outside use to avoid glare from the
rearview mirrors. See Rear Window headlamps from behind.
Defogger under Automatic Climate
Control System 0 193. Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming
reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature
comes on when the vehicle is
started.
To fold the power folding mirrors,
if equipped:
1. Move the selector switch to O.
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Windows pulsing sound when either rear

window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the
{ Warning sound, open either a front window
or the sunroof, if equipped.
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
Power Windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the { Warning
extreme heat and suffer
Children could be seriously
permanent injuries or even death
injured or killed if caught in the
from heat stroke.
path of a closing window. Never The windows work when the vehicle
leave keys in a vehicle with is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY,
children. When there are children or Retained Accessory Power
in the rear seat, use the window (RAP). See Retained Accessory
lockout button to prevent Power (RAP) 0 219.
operation of the windows. See Press or pull the switch to open or
Keys 0 31. close the window.
The windows will be temporarily
disabled if the window switches are
used repeatedly within a short time.
The vehicle aerodynamics are

designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
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Window Lockout release it to engage. Briefly press or The window can be closed by
pull the 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, if equipped, feature Windows
will reverse window movement if it Programming may be necessary if
comes in contact with an object. the vehicle's battery has been
Extreme cold or ice could cause the disconnected or discharged. If the
window to auto-reverse. The window is unable to express-up,
window will operate as normal after program the window:
the object or 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 Z 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 Z 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, if equipped, people and obstructions are clear
allows the windows to be opened or of the window path.
closed without holding the window
switch. Press the window switch
fully down or pull it up, and quickly
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Sun Visors Roof Slide Switch

Express-Open/Express-Close :
Sunroof To express-open the sunroof, press
e (1) to the second detent
If equipped, the sunroof only position and release. To
operates with the ignition on or in express-close the sunroof,
ACC/ACCESSORY, or when
press g (1) to the second detent
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is
active. See Retained Accessory position and release. Press the
Power (RAP) 0 219. switch again to stop.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To
Pull the sun visor down to block open the sunroof, press and hold
glare. Detach the sun visor from the e (1) until the sunroof reaches
center mount to pivot to the side the desired position. Press and hold
window or, if equipped, extend g (1) to close.
along the rod. Tilt Switch
Vent : From the closed position,
press f (2) to vent the sunroof.
Press g (2) to close.
When the sunroof is opened, an air
deflector will automatically raise.
The air deflector will retract when
1. Slide Switch the sunroof is closed.
2. Tilt Switch
The sunroof also has a sunshade
which can be pulled forward to block
sun rays. The sunshade must be
opened and closed manually.
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Automatic Reversal System the water drainage system.

The sunroof is equipped with an Periodically open the sunroof and
automatic reversal system that is remove any obstacles or loose
only active when the sunroof is debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and
being operated in express-close roof sealing area using a clean
mode. If an object is in the path of cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
the sunroof while it is remove grease from the sunroof.
express-closing, the reversal system If water is seen dripping into the
will detect the object and stop. In water drainage system, this is
the event of closing difficulties like normal.
frost or other conditions, it is
possible to override the reversal
system. To override the reversal
system, close in manual mode. To
stop the movement, release the
switch.
Dirt and debris may collect on the

sunroof seal or in the track. This
could cause an issue with sunroof
operation or noise. It could also plug
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Seats and Restraints 59
Seats and Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Restraints Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 75
When Should an Airbag
Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Securing Child Restraints (With
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 the Safety Belt in the
Head Restraints What Makes an Airbag Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
How Does an Airbag
Front Seats Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 What Will You See after an
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 62 Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Passenger Sensing System . . . 79
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Rear Seats Adding Equipment to the
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 84
Safety Belts Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 85
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Replacing Airbag System Parts
How to Wear Safety Belts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Child Restraints
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Safety Belt Use During Infants and Young Children . . . . 87
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 90
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 91
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 72 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 92
Replacing Safety Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 73 After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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60 Seats and Restraints
Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the Rear Seats
top of the restraint is at the same
The vehicle's front and rear seats The vehicles rear seats have
height as the top of the occupant's
have adjustable head restraints in adjustable head restraints in the
head. This position reduces the
the outboard seating positions. outboard seating positions.
chance of a neck injury in a crash.
The height of the head restraint can
{ Warning be adjusted.
Pull the head restraint up to raise it.
With head restraints that are not Try to move the head restraint to
installed and adjusted properly, make sure it is locked in place.
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.
The height of the head restraint can

be adjusted. To raise or lower the
head restraint, press the button
located on the side of the head
restraint, and pull up or push the
head restraint down, and release To lower the head restraint, press
the button. Pull and push on the the button located on the top of the
head restraint after the button is seatback and push the head
released to make sure that it is restraint down. Try to move the
locked in place. head restraint after the button is
The front seat outboard head released to make sure it is locked in
restraints are not removable. place.
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The rear outboard head restraints Front Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired
are designed to be removed. See position and release the
Head Restraint Removal and handle.
Reinstallation under Lower Anchors Seat Adjustment
3. Try to move the seat back and
and Tethers for Children (LATCH forth to be sure it is locked in
System) 0 92. { Warning place.
If you are installing a child restraint You can lose control of the
in the rear seat, see Securing a Seat Height Adjuster
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver
Child Restraint Designed for the
seat while the vehicle is moving.
LATCH System under Lower
Adjust the driver seat only when
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 92. the vehicle is not moving.
If equipped, move the lever up or

down to manually raise or lower
the seat.
To adjust a manual seat:

1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat.
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Power Seat Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks If necessary, move the safety

belt out of the way to access
the lever.
{ Warning 2. Move the seatback to the
If either seatback is not locked, it desired position, then release
could move forward in a sudden the lever to lock the seatback
stop or crash. That could cause in place.
injury to the person sitting there. 3. Push and pull on the seatback
Always push and pull on the to make sure it is locked.
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked. To return the seatback to an upright
position:
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the
To adjust the power driver seat, seatback, and the seatback
if equipped: returns to the upright position.
. Move the seat forward or 2. Push and pull on the seatback
rearward by sliding the control to make sure it is locked.
forward or rearward.
. Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the
front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the rear of the control up
or down. To recline a manual seatback:
To adjust the seatback, see 1. Lift the lever.
Reclining Seatbacks 0 62.
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{ Warning
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
be in front of you. In a crash, you
could go into it, receiving neck or
To recline a power seatback, other injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if
if equipped: The lap belt could go up over the vehicle is moving.
. Tilt the top of the control your abdomen. The belt forces
rearward to recline. would be there, not at your pelvic
. Tilt the top of the control forward bones. This could cause serious
to raise. internal injuries.
For proper protection when the
vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the
safety belt properly.
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Heated Front Seats Remote Start Heated Seats

When it is cold outside, the heated
{ Warning seats can be turned on
automatically during a remote
If you cannot feel temperature vehicle start. The heated seats will
change or pain to the skin, the be canceled when the ignition is
seat heater may cause burns. To turned on. Press the control to use
reduce the risk of burns, people the heated seats after the vehicle is
with such a condition should use started.
care when using the seat heater, The heated seat indicator lights on
especially for long periods of the control do not turn on during a
time. Do not place anything on remote start.
the seat that insulates against If equipped, the controls are on the
center stack. The engine must be The temperature performance of an
heat, such as a blanket, cushion, unoccupied seat may be reduced.
cover, or similar item. This may running to operate the heated seats.
This is normal.
cause the seat heater to Press M or L to heat the driver or
overheat. An overheated seat The heated seats will not turn on
passenger seat cushion. during a remote start unless the
heater may cause a burn or may
damage the seat. Press the control once for the heated seat feature is enabled in
highest setting. With each press of the vehicle personalization menu.
the control, the heated seat will See Remote Vehicle Start 0 42 and
change to the next lower setting, Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
and then the off setting. Three lights
indicate the highest setting and one
light the lowest.
The passenger seat may take
longer to heat up.
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Rear Seats 3. Reach under the safety belt

and pull the lever on top of the
The rear seatbacks can be folded. seatback to unlock the
To fold the rear seatbacks: seatback. A tab near the
seatback lever moves forward
1. Place the front seatbacks in the when the seatback is unlocked.
upright position. See Reclining
Seatbacks 0 62.
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the safety
belts still fastened may cause
damage to the seat or the safety 2. Unbuckle the rear safety belt
belts. Always unbuckle the safety and make sure the safety belt
is in the guide on top of the
belts and return them to their
seatback.
normal stowed position before
folding a rear seat.
4. Fold the seatback forward.

5. Stow the safety belt in the belt
stowage clip.
6. Repeat the steps for the other
seatback, if desired.
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To raise the seatback:
{ Warning
A safety belt that is improperly
routed, not properly attached,
or twisted will not provide the
protection needed in a crash. The
person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
rear seatback, always check to be
sure that the safety belts are
properly routed and attached, and 2. Lift the seatback up and push it A tab near the seatback lever
are not twisted. rearward firmly until it locks into retracts when the seatback is
place. locked in place.
1. Make sure the safety belt is in Use two hands to press firmly
the belt stowage clip. against the seatback. Apply { Warning
enough pressure to both sides
of the seatback to lock it when If the seatback is not locked, it
returning it to its upright could move forward in a sudden
position. stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
Always pull forward on the top of
the seatback at the area of the
latch to be sure it is locked.
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3. When the seatback is raised Safety Belts

and locked into place, the red Warning (Continued)
portion on the release buttons This section describes how to use
on both outboard sides will not safety belts properly, and some passengers to ride in any area of
be visible. Push and pull on the things not to do. the vehicle that is not equipped
seatback to make sure it is with seats and safety belts.
locked into position and
visually check that both rear
{ Warning Always wear a safety belt, and
check that all passenger(s) are
seatback tabs are retracted Do not let anyone ride where a restrained properly too.
and no red is visible before safety belt cannot be worn
driving. properly. In a crash, if you or your
passenger(s) are not wearing This vehicle has indicators as a
Keep the seat in the upright locked reminder to buckle the safety belts.
position when not in use. safety belts, injuries can be much
See Safety Belt Reminders 0 124.
worse than if you are wearing
safety belts. You can be seriously This vehicle may have the Safety
injured or killed by hitting things Belt Assurance System, which may
inside the vehicle harder or by prevent the vehicle from shifting out
being ejected from the vehicle. In of P (Park). See Safety Belt
addition, anyone who is not Messages 0 146.
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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Why Safety Belts Work Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts
Safety Belts Properly
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle This section is only for people of
after a crash if I am wearing a adult size.
safety belt?
There are special things to know
A: You could be whether you are about safety belts and children, and
wearing a safety belt or not. there are different rules for smaller
Your chance of being conscious children and infants. If a child will be
during and after a crash, so you riding in the vehicle, see Older
can unbuckle and get out, is Children 0 86 or Infants and Young
much greater if you are belted. Children 0 87. Follow those rules for
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why everyone's protection.
should I have to wear safety It is very important for all occupants
When riding in a vehicle, you travel belts? to buckle up. Statistics show that
as fast as the vehicle does. If the A: Airbags are supplemental unbelted people are hurt more often
vehicle stops suddenly, you keep systems only. They work with in crashes than those who are
going until something stops you. safety belts not instead of wearing safety belts.
It could be the windshield, the them. Whether or not an airbag
instrument panel, or the safety belts! There are important things to know
is provided, all occupants still about wearing a safety belt properly.
When you wear a safety belt, you have to buckle up to get the
and the vehicle slow down together. most protection.
There is more time to stop because Also, in nearly all states and in
you stop over a longer distance and, all Canadian provinces, the law
when worn properly, your strongest requires wearing safety belts.
bones take the forces from the
safety belts. That is why wearing
safety belts makes such good
sense.
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. Wear the shoulder belt over the The following instructions explain
shoulder and across the chest. how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
These parts of the body are best properly.
able to take belt restraining 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is
forces. The shoulder belt locks if adjustable, so you can sit up
there is a sudden stop or crash. straight. To see how, see
Seats in the Index.
{ Warning
You can be seriously injured,
or even killed, by not wearing
your safety belt properly.
. Sit up straight and always keep . Never allow the lap or
your feet on the floor in front shoulder belt to become
of you. loose or twisted.
. Always use the correct buckle . Never wear the shoulder
for your seating position. belt under both arms or
. Wear the lap part of the belt low behind your back.
and snug on the hips, just . Never route the lap or
touching the thighs. In a crash, shoulder belt over an
this applies force to the strong armrest. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull
pelvic bones and you would be the belt across you. Do not let
less likely to slide under the lap it get twisted.
belt. If you slid under it, the belt Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock
would apply force on your if you pull the belt across you
abdomen. This could cause All seating positions in the vehicle
have a lap-shoulder belt. very quickly. If this happens, let
serious or even fatal injuries. the belt go back slightly to
unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
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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.
Engaging the child restraint
locking feature in the front
outboard seating position may
affect the passenger sensing
system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 79. 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 72.
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 flat to
unlock.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button activation are met. Safety belt Comfort guides are available
on the buckle. The belt should pretensioners can also help tighten through your dealer for the rear
return to its stowed position. the safety belts in a side crash or a outboard seating positions.
Always stow the safety belt slowly. rollover event. Instructions are included with the
If the safety belt webbing returns Pretensioners work only once. If the guide.
quickly to the stowed position, the pretensioners activate in a crash,
retractor may lock and cannot be the pretensioners and probably Safety Belt Use During
pulled out. If this happens, pull the other parts of the vehicle's safety Pregnancy
safety belt straight out firmly to belt system will need to replaced.
Safety belts work for everyone,
unlock the webbing, and then See Replacing Safety Belt System
including pregnant women. Like all
release it. If the webbing is still Parts after a Crash 0 73.
occupants, they are more likely to
locked in the retractor, see your Do not sit on the outboard safety be seriously injured if they do not
dealer. belt while entering or exiting the wear safety belts.
Before a door is closed, be sure the vehicle or at any time while sitting in
safety belt is out of the way. If a the seat. Sitting on the safety belt
door is slammed against a safety can damage the webbing and
belt, damage can occur to both the hardware.
safety belt and the vehicle.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Safety Belt Pretensioners Guides
This vehicle has safety belt Rear safety belt comfort guides may
pretensioners for front outboard provide added safety belt comfort
occupants. Although the safety belt for older children who have
pretensioners cannot be seen, they outgrown booster seats and for
are part of the safety belt assembly. some adults. When installed on a
They can help tighten the safety shoulder belt, the comfort guide
belts during the early stages of a positions the shoulder belt away
moderate to severe frontal, near from the neck and head.
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner
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A pregnant woman should wear a safety belt. For more information,

lap-shoulder belt, and the lap see the instruction sheet that comes { Warning
portion should be worn as low as with the extender.
possible, below the rounding, Do not bleach or dye safety belt
webbing. It may severely weaken
throughout the pregnancy. Safety System Check the webbing. In a crash, they
The best way to protect the fetus is Check that the safety belt reminder, might not be able to provide
to protect the mother. When a safety safety belts, buckles, latch plates, adequate protection. Clean and
belt is worn properly, it is more likely and retractors, are all working rinse safety belt webbing only
that the fetus will not be hurt in a properly. Look for any other loose or with mild soap and lukewarm
crash. For pregnant women, as for damaged safety belt system parts water. Allow the webbing to dry.
anyone, the key to making safety that might keep a safety belt system
belts effective is wearing them from performing properly. See your
properly. dealer to have it repaired. Torn or Safety belts should be properly
frayed safety belts may not protect cared for and maintained.
Safety Belt Extender you in a crash. They can rip apart Safety belt hardware should be kept
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten under impact forces. If a belt is torn dry and free of dust or debris. As
around you, you should use it. or frayed, have it replaced necessary exterior hard surfaces
immediately. and safety belt webbing may be
But if a safety belt is not long lightly cleaned with mild soap and
enough, your dealer will order you Make sure the safety belt reminder
light is working. See Safety Belt water. Ensure there is not excessive
an extender. When you go in to dust or debris in the mechanism.
order it, take the heaviest coat you Reminders 0 124.
If dust or debris exists in the system
will wear, so the extender will be Keep safety belts clean and dry. please see the dealer. Parts may
long enough for you. To help avoid See Safety Belt Care 0 72. need to be replaced to ensure
personal injury, do not let someone proper functionality of the system.
else use it, and use it only for the Safety Belt Care
seat it is made to fit. The extender
has been designed for adults. Never Keep belts clean and dry.
use it for securing child restraints.
To wear it, attach it to the regular
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Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System

safety belts may not be necessary.
System Parts after a But the safety belt assemblies that The vehicle has the following
Crash were used during any crash may airbags:
have been stressed or damaged. . A frontal airbag for the driver.
{ Warning See your dealer to have the safety
belt assemblies inspected or . A frontal airbag for the front
A crash can damage the safety replaced. outboard passenger.
belt system in the vehicle. New parts and repairs may be . A knee airbag for the driver.
A damaged safety belt system necessary even if the safety belt . A knee airbag for the front
may not properly protect the system was not being used at the outboard passenger.
person using it, resulting in time of the crash.
serious injury or even death in a . A seat-mounted side impact
Have the safety belt pretensioners airbag for the driver.
crash. To help make sure the
checked if the vehicle has been in a
safety belt systems are working . A seat-mounted side impact
crash, or if the airbag readiness light
properly after a crash, have them stays on after you start the vehicle airbag for the front outboard
inspected and any necessary or while you are driving. See Airbag passenger.
replacements made as soon as Readiness Light 0 125. . Seat-mounted side impact
possible. airbags for the second row
outboard passengers.
. A roof-rail airbag for the driver
and the passenger seated
directly behind the driver.
. A roof-rail airbag for the front
outboard passenger and the
passenger seated directly
behind the front outboard
passenger.
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All vehicle airbags have the word

AIRBAG on the trim or on a label { Warning { Warning
near the deployment opening.
You can be severely injured or Because airbags inflate with great
For frontal airbags, the word killed in a crash if you are not force and faster than the blink of
AIRBAG is on the center of the wearing your safety belt, even an eye, anyone who is up
steering wheel for the driver and on with airbags. Airbags are against, or very close to any
the instrument panel for the front designed to work with safety airbag when it inflates can be
outboard passenger. belts, not replace them. Also, seriously injured or killed. Do not
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG airbags are not designed to inflate sit unnecessarily close to any
is on the lower part of the in every crash. In some crashes airbag, as you would be if sitting
instrument panel. safety belts are the only restraint. on the edge of the seat or leaning
For seat-mounted side impact See When Should an Airbag forward. Safety belts help keep
airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the Inflate? 0 76. you in position before and during
side of the seatback closest to Wearing your safety belt during a a crash. Always wear a safety
the door. crash helps reduce your chance belt, even with airbags. The driver
of hitting things inside the vehicle should sit as far back as possible
For roof-rail airbags, the word
AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. or being ejected from it. Airbags while still maintaining control of
are supplemental restraints to the vehicle. The safety belts and
Airbags are designed to supplement the front outboard passenger
the protection provided by safety the safety belts. Everyone in the
vehicle should wear a safety belt airbags are most effective when
belts. Even though today's airbags you are sitting well back and
are also designed to help reduce properly, whether or not there is
an airbag for that person. upright in the seat with both feet
the risk of injury from the force of an
on the floor.
inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
very quickly to do their job. Occupants should not lean on or
Here are the most important things sleep against the door or side
to know about the airbag system: windows in seating positions with
seat-mounted side impact airbags
and/or roof-rail airbags.
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Where Are the Airbags?

{ Warning
Children who are up against,
or very close to, any airbag when
it inflates can be seriously injured
or killed. Always secure children
properly in the vehicle. To read
how, see Older Children 0 86 or
Infants and Young Children 0 87.
The driver knee airbag is below the

steering column. The front outboard
The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger knee airbag is below the
center of the steering wheel. glove box.
The front outboard passenger
There is an airbag readiness light frontal airbag is in the passenger
on the instrument cluster, which side instrument panel.
shows the airbag symbol. The
system checks the airbag electrical
system for malfunctions. The light
tells you if there is an electrical
problem. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 125 for more information.
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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 driver and front outboard On vehicles with second row by routing a rope or tiedown
passenger seat-mounted side seat-mounted side impact airbags, through any door or window
impact airbags are in the side of the they are in the sides of the rear opening. If you do, the path of an
seatbacks closest to the door. seatback closest to the door. inflating roof-rail airbag will be
The roof-rail airbags for the driver, blocked.
front outboard passenger, and { Warning
second row outboard passengers
are in the ceiling above the side If something is between an When Should an Airbag
windows. 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 73.
Airbags are designed to inflate if the
or even death. The path of an
impact exceeds the specific airbag
inflating airbag must be kept
system's 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 Roof-rail airbags are designed to
to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in inflate in moderate to severe side
inflate and help restrain the rear impacts, or in many side crashes depending on the location
occupants. The vehicle has impacts. of the impact. In addition, these
electronic sensors that help the In addition, the vehicle has roof-rail airbags are designed to
airbag system determine the advanced technology frontal inflate during a rollover or in a
severity of the impact. Deployment airbags. Advanced technology severe frontal impact. Roof-rail
thresholds can vary with specific frontal airbags adjust the restraint airbags are not designed to inflate in
vehicle design. according to either crash severity or rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags
Frontal airbags are designed to occupant interaction. will inflate when either side of the
inflate in moderate to severe frontal vehicle is struck, if the sensing
Knee airbags are designed to inflate system predicts that the vehicle is
or near frontal crashes to help in moderate to severe frontal or
reduce the potential for severe about to roll over on its side, or in a
near frontal impacts. Knee airbags severe frontal impact.
injuries, mainly to the driver's or are not designed to inflate during
front outboard passenger's head vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, In any particular crash, no one can
and chest. or in many side impacts. say whether an airbag should have
Whether the frontal airbags will or inflated simply because of the
Seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicle damage or repair costs.
should inflate is not based primarily are designed to inflate in moderate
on how fast the vehicle is traveling. to severe side crashes depending
It depends on what is hit, the What Makes an Airbag
on the location of the impact.
direction of the impact, and how Seat-mounted side impact airbags Inflate?
quickly the vehicle slows down. are not designed to inflate in frontal In a deployment event, the sensing
Frontal airbags may inflate at impacts, near frontal impacts, system sends an electrical signal
different crash speeds depending on rollovers, or rear impacts. triggering a release of gas from the
whether the vehicle hits an object A seat-mounted side impact airbag inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the
straight on or at an angle, and is designed to inflate on the side of airbag causing the bag to break out
whether the object is fixed or the vehicle that is struck. of the cover. The inflator, the airbag,
moving, rigid or deformable, narrow and related hardware are all part of
or wide. the airbag module.
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For airbag locations, see Where Are But airbags would not help in many airbags. Airbag inflation does not
the Airbags? 0 75. types of collisions, primarily prevent the driver from seeing out of
because the occupant's motion is the windshield or being able to steer
How Does an Airbag not toward those airbags. See When the vehicle, nor does it prevent
Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 76. people from leaving the vehicle.
Restrain?
Airbags should never be regarded
In moderate to severe frontal or
near frontal collisions, even belted
as anything more than a supplement { Warning
to safety belts.
occupants can contact the steering When an airbag inflates, there
wheel or the instrument panel. In may be dust in the air. This dust
moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after
could cause breathing problems
even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates? for people with a history of
the inside of the vehicle. After the frontal airbags, knee asthma or other breathing trouble.
Airbags supplement the protection airbags (if equipped), and To avoid this, everyone in the
provided by safety belts by seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicle should get out as soon as
distributing the force of the impact inflate, they quickly deflate, so it is safe to do so. If you have
more evenly over the quickly that some people may not breathing problems but cannot
occupant's body. even realize an airbag inflated. get out of the vehicle after an
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags, Roof-rail airbags (if equipped) may airbag inflates, then get fresh air
if equipped, are designed to help still be at least partially inflated for by opening a window or a door.
contain the head and chest of some time after they inflate. Some If you experience breathing
occupants in the outboard seating components of the airbag module problems following an airbag
positions in the first and second may be hot for several minutes. For deployment, you should seek
rows. The rollover capable roof-rail location of the airbags, see Where
medical attention.
airbags are designed to help reduce Are the Airbags? 0 75.
the risk of full or partial ejection in The parts of the airbag that come
The vehicle has a feature that may
rollover events, although no system into contact with you may be warm,
automatically unlock the doors, turn
can prevent all such ejections. but not too hot to touch. There may
on the interior lamps and hazard
be some smoke and dust coming
warning flashers, and shut off the
from the vents in the deflated
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fuel system after the airbags inflate. In many crashes severe enough to . Let only qualified technicians
The feature may also activate, inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag systems.
without airbag inflation, after an broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that
event that exceeds a predetermined Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work
threshold. You can lock the doors, also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for
turn off the interior lamps, and turn passenger airbag. service.
off the hazard warning flashers by . Airbags are designed to inflate
using the controls for those only once. After an airbag Passenger Sensing
features. inflates, you will need some new System
parts for the airbag system.
{ Warning If you do not get them, the
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system for the front
airbag system will not be there
A crash severe enough to inflate outboard passenger position. The
to help protect you in another
the airbags may have also passenger airbag status indicator
crash. A new system will include
damaged important functions in will light on the overhead console
airbag modules and possibly
the vehicle, such as the fuel when the vehicle is started.
other parts. The service manual
system, brake and steering for the vehicle covers the need
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle to replace other parts.
appears to be drivable after a . The vehicle has a crash sensing
moderate crash, there may be and diagnostic module which
concealed damage that could records information after a
make it difficult to safely operate crash. See Vehicle Data
the vehicle. Recording and Privacy 0 381 United States
Use caution if you should attempt and Event Data
to restart the engine after a crash Recorders 0 381.
has occurred.
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passenger frontal airbag and knee

airbag should be allowed to inflate Warning (Continued)
or not.
passenger frontal airbag inflates
According to accident statistics, and the passenger seat is in a
children are safer when properly forward position.
secured in a rear seat in the correct
Canada child restraint for their weight Even if the passenger sensing
and size. system has turned off the front
The words ON and OFF, or the
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
symbol for on and off, will be visible Whenever possible, children aged
system is fail-safe. No one can
during the system check. When the 12 and under should be secured in
system check is complete, either the guarantee that an airbag will not
a rear seating position.
word ON or OFF, or the symbol for deploy under some unusual
Never put a rear-facing child seat in circumstance, even though the
on or off, will be visible. See the front. This is because the risk to
Passenger Airbag Status airbag(s) are off.
the rear-facing child is so great,
Indicator 0 125. Never put a rear-facing child
if the airbag inflates.
The passenger sensing system restraint in the front seat, even if
turns off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
{ Warning the airbag is off. If securing a
forward-facing child restraint in
airbag under certain conditions. No A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger
other airbag is affected by the restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far
passenger sensing system. or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to
The passenger sensing system airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear
works with sensors that are part of the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another
the front outboard passenger seat restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child
and safety belt. The sensors are the inflating airbag. A child in a when a rear seat is not available.
designed to detect the presence of forward-facing child restraint can
a properly seated occupant and be seriously injured or killed if the
determine if the front outboard (Continued)
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The passenger sensing system is passenger seat. When the

designed to turn off the front passenger sensing system has Warning (Continued)
outboard passenger frontal airbag allowed the airbag(s) to be enabled,
and knee airbag if: the on indicator will light and stay lit away. See Airbag Readiness
as a reminder that the airbag(s) are Light 0 125 for more information,
. The front outboard passenger including important safety
seat is unoccupied. active.
information.
. The system determines an infant For some children, including
is present in a child restraint. children in child restraints and for
very small adults, the passenger If the On Indicator Is Lit for a
. A front outboard passenger sensing system may or may not turn Child Restraint
takes his/her weight off of the off the front outboard passenger
seat for a period of time. The passenger sensing system is
frontal airbag and knee airbag,
designed to turn off the front
. There is a critical problem with depending upon the person's
outboard passenger frontal airbag
the airbag system or the seating posture and body build.
and knee airbag if the system
passenger sensing system. Everyone in the vehicle who has
determines that an infant is present
outgrown child restraints should
When the passenger sensing in a child restraint. If a child restraint
wear a safety belt properly
system has turned off the front has been installed and the on
whether or not there is an airbag for
outboard passenger frontal airbag indicator is lit:
that person.
and knee airbag, the off indicator 1. Turn the vehicle off.
will light and stay lit as a reminder
that the airbags are off. See { Warning 2. Remove the child restraint from
Passenger Airbag Status the vehicle.
If the airbag readiness light ever
Indicator 0 125. comes on and stays on, it means 3. Remove any additional items
The passenger sensing system is from the seat such as blankets,
that something may be wrong
designed to turn on the front cushions, seat covers, seat
with the airbag system. To help
outboard passenger frontal and heaters, or seat massagers.
avoid injury to yourself or others,
knee airbag anytime the system have the vehicle serviced right
senses that a person of adult size is
(Continued)
sitting properly in the front outboard
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4. Reinstall the child restraint 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
following the directions restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant
provided by the child restraint vehicle, the on indicator is still
manufacturer and refer to lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
Securing Child Restraints (With slightly recline the vehicle
the Safety Belt in the Rear seatback and adjust the seat
Seat) 0 99 or Securing Child cushion, if adjustable, to make
Restraints (With the Safety Belt sure that the vehicle seatback
in the Front Seat) 0 101. Make is not pushing the child
sure the safety belt retractor is restraint into the seat cushion.
locked by pulling the shoulder Also make sure the child
belt all the way out of the restraint is not trapped under
retractor when installing the the vehicle head restraint.
child restraint, even if the child If this happens, adjust the head
restraint is equipped with a restraint. See Head
safety belt lock off. When the Restraints 0 60.
retractor lock is set, the belt If a person of adult size is sitting in
6. Restart the vehicle. the front outboard passenger seat,
can be tightened but not pulled
out of the retractor. The passenger sensing system may but the off indicator is lit, it could be
or may not turn off the airbags for a because that person is not sitting
child in a child restraint depending properly in the seat or that the child
upon the childs size. It is better to restraint locking feature is engaged.
secure the child restraint in a rear Use the following steps to allow the
seat. Never put a rear-facing child system to detect that person and
restraint in the front seat, even if the enable the front outboard passenger
on indicator is not lit. frontal airbag and knee airbag:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Remove any additional material
from the seat, such as
blankets, cushions, seat
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covers, seat heaters, or seat A thick layer of additional material,

massagers. Also remove { Warning such as a blanket or cushion,
laptops or other electronic or aftermarket equipment such as
devices. If the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
airbag is turned off for an massagers can affect how well the
3. Place the seatback in the fully adult-sized occupant, the airbag
upright position. passenger sensing system
will not be able to inflate and help operates. We recommend that you
4. Have the person sit upright in protect that person in a crash, not use seat covers or other
the seat, centered on the seat resulting in an increased risk of aftermarket equipment except when
cushion, with legs comfortably serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific
extended. adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to
5. If the shoulder portion of the ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 84
belt is pulled out all the way, passenger seat, if the passenger for more information about
the child restraint locking airbag off indicator is lit. modifications that can affect how
feature will be engaged. This the system operates.
may unintentionally cause the Additional Factors Affecting The on indicator may be lit if an
passenger sensing system to object, such as a briefcase,
turn the airbag off for some
System Operation
handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
adult-sized occupants. If this Safety belts help keep the or other electronic device, is put on
happens, unbuckle the belt, let passenger in position on the seat an unoccupied seat. If this is not
the belt go back all the way, during vehicle maneuvers and desired, remove the object from
and then buckle the belt again braking, which helps the passenger the seat.
without pulling the belt out all sensing system maintain the
passenger airbag status. See
the way.
Safety Belts and Child Restraints
{ Warning
6. Restart the vehicle and have
in the Index for additional Stowing of articles under the
the person remain in this
information about the importance of passenger seat or between the
position for two to
proper restraint use. passenger seat cushion and
three minutes after the on
indicator is lit. (Continued)
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Your dealer and the service manual

Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) have information about the location
of the airbag sensors, sensing and
seatback may interfere with the are close to an airbag when it diagnostic module, and airbag
proper operation of the passenger inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. wiring.
sensing system. They are probably part of the
airbag system. Be sure to follow In addition, the vehicle has a
proper service procedures, and passenger sensing system for the
Servicing the make sure the person performing front outboard passenger position,
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle which includes sensors that are part
work for you is qualified to do so.
of the passenger seat. The
Airbags affect how the vehicle passenger sensing system may not
should be serviced. There are parts Adding Equipment to the operate properly if the original seat
of the airbag system in several trim is replaced with non-GM
places around the vehicle. Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle covers, upholstery, or trim; or with
dealer and the service manual have Adding accessories that change the GM covers, upholstery, or trim
information about servicing the vehicle's frame, bumper system, designed for a different vehicle. Any
vehicle and the airbag system. To height, front end, or side sheet object, such as an aftermarket seat
purchase a service manual, see metal, may keep the airbag system heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
Service Publications Ordering from working properly. The or device, installed under or on top
Information 0 378. operation of the airbag system can of the seat fabric, could also
also be affected by changing any interfere with the operation of the
{ Warning parts of the front seats, safety belts, passenger sensing system. This
airbag sensing and diagnostic could either prevent proper
For up to 10 seconds after the module, steering wheel, instrument deployment of the passenger
vehicle is turned off and the panel, any of the airbag modules, airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
battery is disconnected, an airbag ceiling or pillar garnish trim, front sensing system from properly
can still inflate during improper sensors, side impact sensors, turning off the passenger airbag(s).
service. You can be injured if you or airbag wiring. See Passenger Sensing
System 0 79.
(Continued)
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If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail

airbags, see Different Size Tires Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued)
and Wheels 0 317 for additional
important information. open or break the airbag inspected and any necessary
coverings. If there are any replacements made as soon as
If you have to modify your vehicle opened or broken airbag possible.
because you have a disability and coverings, have the airbag
you have questions about whether covering and/or airbag module
the modifications will affect the If an airbag inflates, you will need to
replaced. For the location of the replace airbag system parts. See
vehicle's airbag system, or if you
airbags, see Where Are the your dealer for service.
have questions about whether the
Airbags? 0 75. See your dealer
airbag system will be affected if the If the airbag readiness light stays on
vehicle is modified for any other for service.
after the vehicle is started or comes
reason, call Customer Assistance. on when you are driving, the airbag
See Customer Assistance Replacing Airbag System system may not work properly. Have
Offices 0 371. the vehicle serviced right away. See
Parts after a Crash Airbag Readiness Light 0 125.
Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need
{ Warning
regularly scheduled maintenance or A crash can damage the airbag
replacement. Make sure the airbag systems in the vehicle.
readiness light is working. See A damaged airbag system may
Airbag Readiness Light 0 125. not properly protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
Caution in serious injury or even death. To
help make sure the airbag
If an airbag covering is damaged, systems are working properly
opened, or broken, the airbag after a crash, have them
may not work properly. Do not
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(Continued)
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. Can proper safety belt fit be
Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that
come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the
weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no,
Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a return to the booster seat.
lap-shoulder belt until the child Q: What is the proper way to
passes the fit test below: wear safety belts?
. Sit all the way back on the seat.
A: An older child should wear a
Do the knees bend at the seat lap-shoulder belt and get the
edge? If yes, continue. If no, additional restraint a shoulder
return to the booster seat. belt can provide. The shoulder
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. belt should not cross the face or
Does the shoulder belt rest on neck. The lap belt should fit
the shoulder? If yes, continue. snugly below the hips, just
If no, try using the rear safety touching the top of the thighs.
belt comfort guide, if available. This applies belt force to the
See Rear Safety Belt Comfort child's pelvic bones in a crash.
Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt It should never be worn over the
Older children who have outgrown
0 69. If a comfort guide is not abdomen, which could cause
booster seats should wear the
available, or if the shoulder belt severe or even fatal internal
vehicles safety belts.
still does not rest on the injuries in a crash.
shoulder, then return to the Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort
booster seat. Guides under Lap-Shoulder
. Does the lap belt fit low and Belt 0 69.
snug on the hips, touching the According to accident statistics,
thighs? If yes, continue. If no, children are safer when properly
return to the booster seat. restrained in a rear seating position.
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In a crash, children who are not

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

there are many different models { Warning
available. When purchasing a child
restraint, be sure it is designed to be A young child's hip bones are still
used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the so small that the vehicle's regular
restraint will have a label saying that safety belt may not remain low on
it meets federal motor vehicle safety the hip bones, as it should.
standards. The restraint Instead, it may settle up around
manufacturer's instructions that the child's abdomen. In a crash,
come with the restraint state the the belt would apply force on a
weight and height limitations for a body area that is unprotected by
particular child restraint. In addition, any bony structure. This alone
there are many kinds of restraints could cause serious or fatal
Child restraints are devices used to available for children with special injuries. To reduce the risk of
restrain, seat, or position children in needs.
the vehicle and are sometimes serious or fatal injuries during a
called child seats or car seats. crash, young children should
{ Warning always be secured in appropriate
There are three basic types of child restraints.
child restraints: To reduce the risk of neck and
. Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and
toddlers should be secured in a
. Rearward-facing child restraints rear-facing child restraint until age
. Belt-positioning booster seats two, or until they reach the
maximum height and weight limits
The proper child restraint for your
of their child restraint.
child depends on their size, weight,
and age, and also on whether the
child restraint is compatible with the
vehicle in which it will be used.
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Child Restraint Systems
Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats

Rear-Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is
provides restraint for the child's used for children who have
A rear-facing child restraint provides body with the harness. outgrown their forward-facing child
restraint with the seating surface restraint. Boosters are designed to
against the back of the infant. improve the fit of the vehicle's safety
The harness system holds the infant belt system until the child is large
in place and, in a crash, acts to enough for the vehicle safety belts
keep the infant positioned in the to fit properly without a booster seat.
restraint. See the safety belt fit test in Older
Children 0 86.
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Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child Securing the Child Within the
Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the instructions Child Restraint
that come with the restraint which
may be on the restraint itself or in a
{ Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual.
{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or The child restraint instructions are A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child important, so if they are not killed in a crash if the child is not
restraint is not properly secured in available, obtain a replacement properly secured in the child
copy from the manufacturer.
the vehicle. Secure the child restraint. Secure the child
restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured properly following the instructions
using the vehicles safety belt or child restraint can move around in a that came with that child restraint.
LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure
instructions that came with that people in the vehicle. Be sure to
child restraint and the instructions properly secure any child restraint in Where to Put the
in this manual. the vehicle even when no child is Restraint
in it.
According to accident statistics,
To help reduce the chance of injury, In some areas of the United States children and infants are safer when
the child restraint must be secured and Canada, Certified Child properly restrained in an appropriate
in the vehicle. Child restraint Passenger Safety Technicians child restraint secured in a rear
systems must be secured in vehicle (CPSTs) are available to inspect seating position.
seats by lap belts or the lap belt and demonstrate how to correctly
use and install child restraints. In Whenever possible, children aged
portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by 12 and under should be secured in
the LATCH system. See Lower the U.S., refer to the National
Highway Traffic Safety a rear seating position.
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 92 for more Administration (NHTSA) website to Never put a rear-facing child
information. Children can be locate the nearest child safety seat restraint in the front. This is because
endangered in a crash if the child inspection station. For CPST the risk to the rear-facing child is so
restraint is not properly secured in availability in Canada, check with great if the airbag deploys.
the vehicle. Transport Canada or the Provincial
Ministry of Transportation office.
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Wherever a child restraint is

{ Warning Warning (Continued) installed, be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child
A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the restraint system and secure the
restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back child restraint system properly.
or killed if the front passenger as it will go. It is better to secure
airbag inflates. This is because the child restraint in a rear seat. Keep in mind that an unsecured
the back of the rear-facing child child restraint can move around in a
See Passenger Sensing System collision or sudden stop and injure
restraint would be very close to 0 79 for additional information. people in the vehicle. Be sure to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
properly secure any child restraint in
forward-facing child restraint can
When securing a child restraint in a the vehicle even when no child is
be seriously injured or killed if the in it.
front passenger airbag inflates rear seating position, study the
and the passenger seat is in a instructions that came with the child
forward position. restraint to make sure it is Lower Anchors and
compatible with this vehicle. Tethers for Children
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
Child restraints and booster seats (LATCH System)
vary considerably in size, and some
passenger frontal airbag, no The LATCH system secures a child
may fit in certain seating positions
system is fail-safe. No one can restraint during driving or in a crash.
better than others.
guarantee that an airbag will not LATCH attachments on the child
deploy under some unusual Depending on where you place the restraint are used to attach the child
circumstance, even though it is child restraint and the size of the restraint to the anchors in the
turned off. child restraint, you may not be able vehicle. The LATCH system is
to access adjacent safety belts or designed to make installation of a
Secure rear-facing child restraints LATCH anchors for additional child restraint easier.
in a rear seat, even if the airbag passengers or child restraints.
is off. If you secure a Adjacent seating positions should
forward-facing child restraint in not be used if the child restraint
(Continued) prevents access to or interferes with
the routing of the safety belt.
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In order to use the LATCH system in When installing a child restraint with Not all vehicle seating positions or
your vehicle, you need a child a top tether, you must also use child restraints have lower anchors
restraint that has LATCH either the lower anchors or the and attachments or top tether
attachments. LATCH-compatible safety belts to properly secure the anchors and attachments. In this
rear-facing and forward-facing child child restraint. A child restraint must case, the safety belt must be used
seats can be properly installed never be attached using only the top (with top tether where available) to
using either the LATCH anchors or tether. secure the child restraint. See
the vehicles safety belts. Do not The LATCH anchorage system can Securing Child Restraints (With the
use both the safety belts and the be used until the combined weight Safety Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 99 or
LATCH anchorage system to secure of the child plus the child restraint is Securing Child Restraints (With the
a rear-facing or forward-facing 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt Safety Belt in the Front Seat) 0 101.
child seat. alone instead of the LATCH Lower Anchors
Booster seats use the vehicles anchorage system once the
safety belts to secure the child in combined weight is more than
the booster seat. If the manufacturer 29.5 kg (65 lbs).
recommends that the booster seat See Securing Child Restraints (With
be secured with the LATCH system, the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat)
this can be done as long as the 0 99 or Securing Child Restraints
booster seat can be positioned (With the Safety Belt in the Front
properly and there is no interference Seat) 0 101.
with the proper positioning of the
lap-shoulder belt on the child. Child restraints built after March
2014 will be labeled with the
Make sure to follow the instructions specific child weight up to which the
that came with the child restraint, LATCH system can be used to
and also the instructions in this install the restraint.
manual. Lower anchors (1) are metal bars
The following explains how to attach
a child restraint with these built into the vehicle. There are two
attachments in the vehicle. lower anchors for each LATCH
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seating position that will The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether
accommodate a child restraint with single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations
lower attachments (2). Either will have a single
attachment (2) to secure the top
Top Tether Anchor tether to the anchor.
Some child restraints that have a
top tether are designed for use with
or without the top tether being
attached. Others require the top
tether always to be attached. In
Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached. Be sure to read and follow
the instructions for the child
Rear Seat
restraint.
I : Seating positions with top
tether anchors.
A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
the child restraint to the vehicle.
H : Seating positions with two
lower anchors.
A top tether anchor is built into the
vehicle. The top tether
attachment (2) on the child restraint
connects to the top tether anchor in
the vehicle in order to reduce the
forward movement and rotation of
the child restraint during driving or in
a crash.
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To assist in locating the lower The top tether anchors are under Securing a Child Restraint
anchors, each rear anchor position the covers on the rear seatback filler Designed for the LATCH
has a label, near the crease panel. Be sure to use an anchor System
between the seatback and the seat located on the same side of the
cushion. vehicle as the seating position
where the child restraint will be { Warning
placed. If a LATCH-type child restraint is
Do not secure a child restraint in a not attached to anchors, the child
position without a top tether anchor restraint will not be able to protect
if a national or local law requires the child correctly. In a crash, the
that the top tether be attached, or if child could be seriously injured or
the instructions that come with the killed. Install a LATCH-type child
To assist in locating the top tether child restraint say that the top tether restraint properly using the
anchors, the top tether anchor must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle's
symbol is on the cover. safety belts to secure the
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when restraint, following the instructions
properly restrained in a child that came with the child restraint
restraint system or infant restraint and the instructions in this
system secured in a rear seating manual.
position. See Where to Put the
Restraint 0 91 for additional
information.
{ Warning
To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injuries during a crash, do
not attach more than one child
restraint to a single anchor.
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued)

Attaching more than one child tightened around a childs neck, Do not fold the rear seatback
restraint to a single anchor could the only way to loosen the belt is when the seat is occupied. Do not
cause the anchor or attachment to cut it. fold the empty rear seat with a
to come loose or even break Buckle any unused safety belts safety belt buckled. This could
during a crash. A child or others behind the child restraint so damage the safety belt or the
could be injured. children cannot reach them. Pull seat. Unbuckle and return the
the shoulder belt all the way out safety belt to its stowed position,
of the retractor to set the lock, before folding the seat.
{ Warning and tighten the belt behind the
child restraint after the child If you need to secure more than one
Children can be seriously injured restraint has been installed. child restraint in the rear seat, see
or strangled if a shoulder belt is Where to Put the Restraint 0 91 for
wrapped around their neck. The additional information.
shoulder belt can tighten but This system is designed to make
cannot be loosened if it is locked. Caution
installation of child restraints easier.
The shoulder belt locks when it is Do not let the LATCH When using lower anchors, do not
pulled all the way out of the attachments rub against the use the vehicle's safety belts.
retractor. It unlocks when the vehicles safety belts. This may Instead use the vehicle's anchors
shoulder belt is allowed to go all damage these parts. If necessary, and child restraint attachments to
the way back into the retractor, move buckled safety belts to secure the restraints. Some
but it cannot do this if it is restraints also use another vehicle
avoid rubbing the LATCH
wrapped around a childs neck. anchor to secure a top tether.
attachments.
If the shoulder belt is locked and 1. Attach and tighten the lower
(Continued)
(Continued) attachments to the lower
anchors. If the child restraint
does not have lower
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attachments or the desired 2. If the child restraint If you are using a single
seating position does not have manufacturer recommends that tether in a rear outboard
lower anchors, secure the child the top tether be attached, seating position with an
restraint with the top tether and attach and tighten the top adjustable head restraint,
the safety belts. Refer to the tether to the top tether anchor. raise the head restraint
child restraint manufacturer Refer to the child restraint and route the tether
instructions and the instructions and the following under the head restraint
instructions in this manual. steps: and in between the head
1.1. Find the lower anchors 2.1. Find the top tether restraint posts.
for the desired rear anchor.
outboard seating position. Open the cover to expose
1.2. Put the child restraint on the anchor.
the seat. 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten
For outboard rear seating the top tether according
positions, if the head to the child restraint
restraint interferes with instructions and the
the proper installation of following instructions:
the child restraint, the
head restraint may be If you are using a dual
removed. See Head tether in a rear outboard
Restraint Removal and seating position with an
Reinstallation at the end adjustable head restraint,
of this section. raise the head restraint
and route the tether
1.3. Attach and tighten the
under the head restraint
lower attachments on the
and around the head
child restraint to the lower
restraint posts.
anchors.
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restraint has been

removed, route the dual
tether over the seatback.
3. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the LATCH path and attempt
to move it side to side and
If you are using a single back and forth. There should
tether in the center be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
seating position, or the movement, for proper
rear outboard head installation. 2. Press both buttons on the head
restraint has been restraint posts at the same
removed, route the single Head Restraint Removal and
time, and pull up on the head
tether over the seatback. Reinstallation restraint.
The rear outboard head restraints 3. Store the head restraint in the
can be removed if they interfere with trunk of the vehicle.
the proper installation of the child
restraint. 4. When the child restraint is
removed, reinstall the head
To remove the head restraint: restraint before the seating
1. Partially fold the seatback position is used.
forward. See Rear Seats 0 65
for additional information.
If you are using a dual

tether in the center
seating position, or the
rear outboard head
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1. Insert the head restraint posts

{ Warning into the holes in the top of the Warning (Continued)
seatback. The notches on the
With head restraints that are not posts must face the driver side see your dealer to have the
installed and adjusted properly, of the vehicle. system inspected and any
there is a greater chance that necessary replacements made as
occupants will suffer a neck/ 2. Push the head restraint down. soon as possible.
spinal injury in a crash. Do not If necessary, press the height
drive until the head restraints for adjustment release button to If the vehicle has the LATCH system
all occupants are installed and further lower the head restraint. and it was being used during a
adjusted properly. See Head Restraints 0 60. crash, new LATCH system parts
3. Try to move the head restraint may be needed.
To reinstall the head restraint: to make sure that it is locked in New parts and repairs may be
place. necessary even if the LATCH
system was not being used at the
Replacing LATCH System time of the crash.
Parts After a Crash
Securing Child Restraints
{ Warning (With the Safety Belt in
A crash can damage the LATCH
the Rear Seat)
system in the vehicle. A damaged When securing a child restraint in a
LATCH system may not properly rear seating position, study the
secure the child restraint, instructions that came with the child
resulting in serious injury or even restraint to make sure it is
death in a crash. To help make compatible with this vehicle.
sure the LATCH system is
working properly after a crash,
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If the child restraint has the LATCH 1. Put the child restraint on 3. Push the latch plate into the
system, see Lower Anchors and the seat. buckle until it clicks. If the latch
Tethers for Children (LATCH If the head restraint interferes plate will not go fully into the
System) 0 92 for how and where to with the proper installation of buckle, check if the correct
install the child restraint using the child restraint, the head buckle is being used.
LATCH. If a child restraint is restraint may be removed. See Position the release button on
secured in the vehicle using a Head Restraint Removal and the buckle, away from the child
safety belt and it uses a top tether, Reinstallation under Lower restraint system, so that the
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Anchors and Tethers for safety belt could be quickly
Children (LATCH System) 0 92 for Children (LATCH System) 0 92. unbuckled if necessary.
top tether anchor locations.
2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
Do not secure a child seat in a the lap and shoulder portions
position without a top tether anchor of the vehicle's safety belt
if a national or local law requires through or around the restraint.
that the top tether be anchored, or if The child restraint instructions
the instructions that come with the will show you how.
child restraint say that the top strap
must be anchored.
If the child restraint or vehicle seat
position does not have the LATCH
system, you will be using the safety
belt to secure the child restraint.
Be sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint. 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the
If more than one child restraint way out of the retractor to set
needs to be installed in the rear the lock. When the retractor
seat, be sure to read Where to Put lock is set, the belt can be
the Restraint 0 91. tightened but not pulled out of
the retractor.
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6. If the child restraint has a top Reinstallation under Lower Anchors

tether, follow the child restraint and Tethers for Children (LATCH
manufacturer's instructions System) 0 92 for additional
regarding the use of the top information on installing the head
tether. See Lower Anchors and restraint properly.
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 92. Securing Child Restraints
7. Before placing a child in the (With the Safety Belt in
child restraint, make sure it is the Front Seat)
check, grasp the child restraint This vehicle has airbags. A rear
at the safety belt path and seat is a safer place to secure a
5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side forward-facing child restraint. See
on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the Where to Put the Restraint 0 91.
shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly In addition, the vehicle has a
tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no passenger sensing system which is
belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of designed to turn off the front
back into the retractor. When movement. outboard passenger frontal airbag
installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint, and knee airbag under certain
restraint, it may be helpful to unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and conditions. See Passenger Sensing
use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position. System 0 79 and Passenger Airbag
the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top Status Indicator 0 125 for more
tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. If the information, including important
Try to pull the belt out of the head restraint was removed, safety information.
retractor to make sure the reinstall it before the seating Never put a rear-facing child seat in
retractor is locked. If the position is used. See Head the front. This is because the risk to
retractor is not locked, repeat Restraint Removal and the rear-facing child is so great,
Steps 4 and 5. if the airbag deploys.
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When using the lap-shoulder belt to

{ Warning Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this
position, follow the instructions that
A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in came with the child restraint and the
restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger following instructions:
or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far
passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to 1. Move the seat as far back as it
This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a will go before securing the
rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. forward-facing child restraint.
Move the seat upward or the
be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System seatback to an upright position,
airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 79 for additional information. if needed, to get a tight
child restraint can be seriously installation of the child
injured or killed if the front restraint.
outboard passenger frontal airbag If a child restraint uses a top tether,
inflates and the passenger seat is see Lower Anchors and Tethers for When the passenger sensing
in a forward position. Children (LATCH System) 0 92 for system has turned off the front
top tether anchor locations. outboard passenger frontal
Even if the passenger sensing airbag and knee airbag, the off
system has turned off the front Do not secure a child seat in a
indicator on the passenger
position without a top tether anchor
outboard passenger airbag(s), no airbag status indicator should
if a national or local law requires
system is fail-safe. No one can light and stay lit when you start
that the top tether be anchored, or if
guarantee that an airbag will not vehicle. See Passenger Airbag
the instructions that come with the
deploy under some unusual Status Indicator 0 125.
child restraint say that the top strap
circumstance, even though the must be anchored. 2. Put the child restraint on
airbag(s) are off. the seat.
In Canada, the law requires that
Secure rear-facing child restraints forward-facing child restraints have
in a rear seat, even if the a top tether, and that the tether be
airbag(s) are off. If you secure a attached.
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3. Pick up the latch plate, and run

the lap and shoulder portions
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 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the
buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set
Position the release button on the lock. When the retractor
the buckle, away from the child lock is set, the belt can be
restraint system, so that the tightened but not pulled out of
safety belt could be quickly the retractor.
unbuckled if necessary.
Tilt the latch plate to adjust the
belt if needed.
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7. Before placing a child in the

child restraint, make sure it is
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 79.
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 105
Storage Storage Cupholders

Compartments Cupholders are in the center
console.
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 105 { Warning
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Do not store heavy or sharp
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 106 objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Glove Box
Open the glove box by lifting up on
the lever.
If equipped, a coin holder is on the Cupholders may be located in the
interior side of the glove box door. second row seat armrest. To
access, pull the armrest down.
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106 Storage
Center Console Storage

The center console has a storage
area under the armrest.
Sliding Armrest Pull up on the latch to access the

If equipped with a sliding armrest, storage area.
return the armrest to the rear
position.
Fixed Armrest
If equipped with a fixed armrest, pull
up on the latch on the front of the
armrest to access the storage area.
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Instruments and Controls 107
Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Controls Charging System Light . . . . . . . 126
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . 126
(Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Brake System Warning (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Controls Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Messages
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 108 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 108 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Battery Voltage and Charging
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 109 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Brake System Messages . . . . . 140
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 109 Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 140
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 130
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 141
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 141
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . 130
Traction Control System (TCS)/ Engine Cooling System
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Wait-to-Start Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 142
Indicators Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Engine Power Messages . . . . . 142
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 132 Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 142
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 132 Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Diesel Particulate Filter
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 133 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 143
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 133 Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 133 Object Detection System
Engine Coolant Temperature Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 133 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Ride Control System
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 124 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 125 Airbag System Messages . . . . 146
Safety Belt Messages . . . . . . . . 146
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108 Instruments and Controls
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Controls Steering Wheel Controls

Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 147
Starting the Vehicle If equipped, some audio controls
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Steering Wheel can be adjusted at the steering
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Adjustment wheel.
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 148
Vehicle Reminder
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 149
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 150
To adjust the steering wheel: g : If equipped with OnStar or a

1. Pull the lever down. Bluetooth system, press to interact
with those systems. See OnStar
2. Move the steering wheel up
Overview 0 383, Bluetooth
or down.
(Infotainment Controls) 0 181 or
3. Pull or push the steering wheel Bluetooth (Overview) 0 180,
closer or away from you. or Bluetooth (Overview) in the
4. Pull the lever up to lock the infotainment manual.
steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
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c : Press to reject an incoming Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer

call or end a current call. Press to
mute or unmute the infotainment
system when not on a call.
The windshield wiper/washer lever

is on the side of the steering
column. With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move
( : If equipped, press to turn on or the windshield wiper lever to select
off. A light on the button displays the wiper speed.
The favorite and volume switches when the feature is turned on. HI : Use for fast wipes.
are on the back of the steering The steering wheel takes about LO : Use for slow wipes.
wheel. three minutes to start heating.
1. Favorite: When on a radio
source, press to select the next Horn
or previous favorite. When on a
media source, press to select Press a on the steering wheel pad
the next or previous track. to sound the horn.
2. Volume: Press to increase or
decrease the volume.
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INT : Move the lever up to INT for If the windshield wiper lever is then
intermittent wipes, then adjust the moved to OFF before the driver { Warning
band to control the frequency of door is opened or within 10 minutes,
wipes. the wipers will restart and move to In freezing weather, do not use
the base of the windshield. the washer until the windshield is
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. warmed. Otherwise the washer
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move If the vehicle is turned to LOCK/OFF fluid can form ice on the
the lever down. For several wipes, while the wipers are performing windshield, blocking your vision.
hold the lever down. wipes due to windshield washing,
the wipers continue to run until they
Clear snow and ice from the wiper reach the base of the windshield. Compass
blades and windshield before using
them. If frozen to the windshield, f : Pull the windshield wiper The vehicle may have a compass
carefully loosen or thaw them. lever toward you to spray windshield display in the Driver Information
Damaged blades should be washer fluid and activate the wipers. Center (DIC). The compass receives
replaced. See Wiper Blade The wipers will continue until the its heading and other information
Replacement 0 288. lever is released or the maximum from the Global Positioning
wash time is reached. When the System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak,
Heavy snow or ice can overload the lever is released, additional wipes and vehicle speed information.
wiper motor. If the wiper motor may occur depending on how long
overheats, the windshield wipers will the windshield washer had been Avoid covering the GPS antenna,
stop until the motor cools and the activated. See Washer Fluid 0 282 located on the roof, for long periods
wiper control is turned off. See for information on filling the of time with objects that may
Electrical System Overload 0 293. windshield washer fluid reservoir. interfere with the antenna's ability to
receive a satellite signal. The
Wiper Parking compass system is designed to
If the vehicle is turned to LOCK/OFF operate for a certain number of
while the wipers are on LO, HI, or miles or degrees of turn before
INT, they will immediately stop. needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass
display shows CAL, drive the
vehicle for a short distance in an
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open area where it can receive a 4. Touch R or Q to adjust AM or 2. Touch Time and Date, then Set
GPS signal. The compass system PM for 12 hour format. Date Format.
will automatically determine when 3. Select DD/MM/YYYY (day/
the GPS signal is restored and 5. Touch 0. month/year), MM/DD/YYYY
provide a heading again. See (month/day/year), or YYYY/
Compass Messages 0 140 for more Using Auto Set
MM/DD (year/month/day)
information on the messages that 1. Press {, then touch format.
may be displayed for the compass. SETTINGS.
4. Touch 0.
Clock 2. Touch Time and Date, then
Auto Set. Uplevel Radio Using Faceplate
Base Radio 3. Select from the available Controls
The infotainment system controls selections. To set the time or date:
are used to access the time and
date settings through the menu 4. Touch 0. 1. Select Home Page, then select
SETTINGS.
system. See Operation 0 169 on Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
how to use the menu system. 2. Select Time and Date, then the
1. Press {, then touch desired function.
Setting the Time and Date SETTINGS. 3. Turn the MENU knob to
When Auto Set is enabled the time 2. Touch Time and Date, then increase or decrease the value.
cannot be manually set. select 12h or 24h format. 4. Press the MENU knob to go to
1. Press {, then touch 3. Touch 0. the next value. After the last
SETTINGS. value is selected, the system
Setting the Month and Day will update and return to the
2. Touch Time and Date, then Set
Time or Set Date. Format Settings menu. Press o BACK
to go to the last menu and
3. Touch + or to adjust the 1. Press {, then touch save the changes.
value. SETTINGS.
Auto Set requires an OnStar
subscription.
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If auto timing is set, the time To set the time: 3. Touch } to go back to the
displayed on the clock may not 1. Touch SETTINGS from the previous menu.
update immediately when driving Home Page, then touch Time
into a new time zone. To set the clock display:
and Date.
To set the clock display: 1. Touch SETTINGS and touch
2. Touch Set Time and touch Time and Date.
1. Select SETTINGS from the
or to increase or decrease 2. Touch Clock Display and touch
Home Page, then select Time
and Date. hours, minutes, and AM or PM. OFF or ON to turn the clock
Touch 1224 Hr for 12 or display off or on.
2. Select Clock Display. 24 hour clock.
3. Touch } to go back to the
3. Turn the MENU knob to Off 3. Touch } to go back to the
or On. previous menu.
previous menu.
4. Press the MENU knob to The clock settings can also be
Auto Set requires an OnStar accessed by touching the time
select.
subscription. display, then touching Set.
Press o BACK to go to the last If auto timing is set, the time
menu and save the changes. displayed on the clock may not Power Outlets
update immediately when driving
Uplevel Radio Using Power Outlet 12-Volt Direct
into a new time zone.
Touchscreen Controls Current
To set the date:
The infotainment system controls The accessory power outlet can be
are used to access the time and 1. Touch SETTINGS from the used to plug in electrical equipment,
date settings through the menu Home Page, then touch Time such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
system. See Using the System and Date.
There is an accessory power outlet
under Introduction in the
2. Touch Set Date and touch on the center floor console in front
infotainment manual. of the shift lever. This outlet is
or to increase or decrease
powered when the ignition is in the
month, day, or year. ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY
position, or until the driver door is
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opened within 10 minutes of turning

off the vehicle. See Retained Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from
Open the cover to access. the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
Caution vehicle warranty. The power
outlets are designed for
Leaving electrical equipment accessory power plugs only, such
plugged in for an extended period as cell phone charge cords.
of time while the vehicle is off will
drain the battery. Always unplug
electrical equipment when not in Power Outlet 110/120V Volt
use and do not plug in equipment Alternating Current The power outlet is on the rear of
that exceeds the maximum If equipped with this power outlet it the center console.
20 amp rating. can be used to plug in electrical An indicator light on the outlet turns
equipment that uses a maximum on to show it is in use. The light
Certain electrical accessories may limit of 150 watts. comes on when the ignition is in
not be compatible with the ON/RUN and equipment requiring
accessory power outlet and could less than 150 watts is plugged into
overload vehicle or adapter fuses. the outlet, and no system fault is
If a problem is experienced, see detected.
your dealer. The indicator light does not come on
When adding electrical equipment, if the ignition is in LOCK/OFF, if no
be sure to follow the installation equipment is plugged into the outlet,
instructions included with the or if the equipment is plugged in but
equipment. See Add-On Electrical not fully seated in the outlet.
Equipment 0 262. If equipment is connected using
more than 150 watts or a system
fault is detected, the equipment may
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operate briefly then turn off. Wireless Charging wireless charging feature may not
A protection circuit shuts off the correctly indicate charging when the
power supply and the indicator light The vehicle may have a wireless vehicle is in RAP. See Retained
turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug charging pocket in the center floor Accessory Power (RAP) 0 219.
the item and plug it back in or turn console. The system wirelessly
charges one PMA or Qi compatible The operating temperature is 20 C
the Retained Accessory Power (4 F) to 60 C (140 F) for the
(RAP) off and then back on. See mobile device.
charging system and 0 C (32 F) to
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) To check for phone or other device 35 C (95 F) for the phone.
0 219. The power restarts when compatibility:
equipment using 150 watts or less is
plugged into the outlet and a system
. In the U.S., see { Warning
fault is not detected. my.chevrolet.com/learn.
. In Canada, see Remove all metal objects from the
The power outlet is not designed for charging pocket before charging
the following, and may not work gmtotalconnect.ca.
your mobile device. Metal objects,
properly if they are plugged in: . Or, see your dealer for details. such as coins, keys, rings,
. Equipment with high initial peak or paper clips, between the phone
wattage, such as { Warning and the charger will become very
compressor-driven refrigerators hot. On the rare occasion that the
and electric power tools. Wireless charging can affect the charging system does not detect
operation of an implanted a metal object, and the object
. Other equipment requiring an pacemaker or other medical
extremely stable power supply, gets wedged between the phone
devices. If you have one, it is and the charger, remove the
such as
recommended to consult with phone and allow the metallic
microcomputer-controlled
your doctor before using the object to cool before removing it
electric blankets and touch
sensor lamps. wireless charging system. from the charging pocket, to
. Medical equipment. prevent burns.
The vehicle must be in ON/RUN,
ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). The
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To charge a mobile device: Warning Lights,

1. Remove all objects from the
charging pocket. The system
Gauges, and
may not charge if there are any Indicators
objects in the charging pocket.
Warning lights and gauges can
2. With the mobile device screen signal that something is wrong
facing the rear of the vehicle, before it becomes serious enough
slowly insert the device into the to cause an expensive repair or
charging pocket until } replacement. Paying attention to the
displays on the infotainment warning lights and gauges could
screen. This indicates that the prevent injury.
Wireless Charger (Vehicle with mobile device is properly Some warning lights come on briefly
Fixed Armrest shown) positioned and charging. If a when the engine is started to
phone is inserted into the indicate they are working. When
pocket and } does not one of the warning lights comes on
display, remove the phone from and stays on while driving, or when
the pocket, turn 180 degrees one of the gauges shows there may
and wait three seconds before be a problem, check the section that
inserting the phone into the explains what to do. Waiting to do
pocket again. repairs can be costly and even
dangerous.
Wireless Charger (Vehicle with

Sliding Armrest shown)
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Instrument Cluster
Base Level Auto Stop English, Metric Similar

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Uplevel Auto Stop English, Metric Similar

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Base Level Diesel Auto Stop English, Metric Similar

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Uplevel Diesel Auto Stop English, Metric Similar

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Cluster Menu . Info app. This is where you can Phone

view the selected Driver
There is an interactive display area
Information Center (DIC) Press V to select the Phone app,
in the center of the instrument then press p to enter the Phone
displays. See Driver Information
cluster.
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 137 or menu. In the Phone menu, if there is
Driver Information Center (DIC) no active phone call, view recent
(Base Level) 0 134. calls, scroll through contacts,
. Audio or select from the favorites. If there
is an active call, mute or unmute the
. Phone phone or switch to handset or
. Navigation handsfree operation.
. Settings Navigation
Audio Press V to select the Navigation
In the main view of the Audio app, app, then press p to enter the
press w or x to scroll through Navigation menu. If there is no
radio stations or move to the next/ active route, you can resume the
previous track of a CD/USB/ last route and turn the voice
Use the right steering wheel control
Bluetooth device that is connected prompts on/off. If there is an active
to open and scroll through the
different items and displays. to the vehicle. Press V to select the route, press V to cancel route
guidance or turn the voice prompts
Press o to access the cluster Audio app, then press p to enter on/off.
the Audio menu. In the Audio menu
applications. Use w or x to scroll Settings
browse for music, select from the
through the list of available favorites, or change the audio
applications. Not all applications will Press V to select the Settings app.
source.
be available on all vehicles. Use w or x to scroll through the
items in the Settings menu.
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Units : Press p while Units is Speedometer For vehicles with the Stop/Start
displayed to enter the Units menu. system, when the ignition is in ON/
The speedometer shows the RUN, the tachometer indicates the
Choose U.S. or metric units by vehicle's speed in either kilometers vehicle status. When pointing to
pressing V while the desired item is per hour (km/h) or miles per AUTO STOP, the engine is off but
highlighted. hour (mph). the vehicle is on and can move. The
Info Pages : Press p while Info engine could auto start at any time.
Pages is displayed to enter the Info
Odometer When the indicator points to OFF,
Pages menu and select the items to The odometer shows how far the the vehicle is off.
be displayed in the Info app. See vehicle has been driven, in either When the engine is on, the
Driver Information Center (DIC) kilometers or miles. tachometer will indicate the engines
(Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver Information revolutions per minute (rpm). The
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 134. Trip Odometer tachometer may vary by several
Speed Warning : The Speed hundred rpms, during Auto Stop
The trip odometer shows how far mode, when the engine is shutting
Warning display allows the driver to the vehicle has been driven since
set a speed that they do not want to off and restarting.
the trip odometer was last reset.
exceed. To set the Speed Warning, A slight bump may be felt when the
The trip odometer is accessed and
press p when Speed Warning is transmission is determining the
reset through the Driver Information most fuel efficient operating range.
displayed. Press w or x to adjust Center (DIC). See Driver
the value. Press V to set the speed. Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 137 or Driver Information Center Caution
Once the speed is set, this feature
can be turned off by pressing V (DIC) (Base Level) 0 134.
If the engine is operated with the
while viewing this page. If the rpms in the warning area at the
selected speed limit is exceeded, a Tachometer high end of the tachometer, the
pop-up warning is displayed with a The tachometer displays the engine vehicle could be damaged, and
chime. speed in revolutions per the damage would not be covered
minute (rpm). (Continued)
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Caution (Continued)
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
operate the engine with the rpms
in the warning area.
Fuel Gauge
Metric Uplevel English Uplevel

When the ignition is on, the fuel
gauge indicates about how much
fuel is left in the tank.
An arrow on the fuel gauge
indicates the side of the vehicle the
fuel door is on.
When the indicator nears empty, the
Metric Base Level low fuel light comes on. There is a
small amount of fuel left, but the fuel
tank should be filled soon.
English Base Level

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Here are four things that some Engine Coolant

owners ask about. None of these
show a problem with the fuel gauge:
Temperature Gauge
. At the service station, the fuel
pump shuts off before the gauge
reads full.
. It takes a little more or less fuel
to fill up than the gauge
indicated. For example, the
gauge indicated the tank was
half full, but it actually took a
little more or less than half the
Metric Uplevel
tank's capacity to fill the tank.
. The gauge moves a little while
turning a corner or speeding up. Metric Base Level
. The gauge takes a few seconds
to stabilize after the ignition is
turned on, and goes back to
empty when the ignition is
turned off.
English Base Level

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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 79.
cluster.
English Uplevel
This gauge shows the engine When the vehicle is started, this
coolant temperature. When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come
If the pointer moves toward the light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten
warning area at the high end of the on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays
gauge, the engine is too hot. their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled.
on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if
If the vehicle has been operating This cycle may continue several the passenger remains or becomes
under normal driving conditions, pull times if the driver remains or unbuckled while the vehicle is
off the road, stop the vehicle, and becomes unbuckled while the moving.
turn off the engine as soon as vehicle is moving.
possible. See Engine If the passenger safety belt is
Overheating 0 281. If the driver safety belt is buckled, buckled, neither the chime nor the
neither the light nor the chime light comes on.
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 United States
This light shows if there is an the vehicle might not inflate in a
electrical problem with the airbag crash, or they could even inflate
system. The system check includes without a crash. To help avoid
the airbag sensor(s), passenger injury, have the vehicle serviced
sensing system, the pretensioners, right away.
the airbag modules, the wiring, and
the crash sensing and diagnostic
Canada
module. For more information on the Passenger Airbag Status
airbag system, see Airbag When the vehicle is started, the
System 0 73.
Indicator
passenger airbag status indicator
The vehicle has a passenger will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
sensing system. See Passenger for on and off, for several seconds
Sensing System 0 79 for important as a system check. Then, after
safety information. The overhead several seconds, the status
console has a passenger airbag indicator will light either ON or OFF,
status indicator. or the on or off symbol to let you
know the status of the front
The airbag readiness light comes on outboard passenger frontal airbag
for several seconds when the and knee airbag.
vehicle is started. If the light does If the word ON or the on symbol is
not come on then, have it fixed lit on the passenger airbag status
immediately. indicator, it means that the front
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outboard passenger frontal airbag Charging System Light Malfunction

and knee airbag are allowed to
inflate.
Indicator Lamp
If the word OFF or the off symbol is This light is part of the vehicles
lit on the passenger airbag status emission control on-board
indicator, it means that the diagnostic system. If this light is on
passenger sensing system has while the engine is running, a
turned off the front outboard malfunction has been detected and
passenger frontal airbag and knee the vehicle may require service. The
The charging system light comes on light should come on to show that it
airbag. briefly when the ignition is turned is working when the ignition is in
If, after several seconds, both status on, but the engine is not running, as ON/RUN with the engine not
indicator lights remain on, or if there a check to show the light is working. running for Key Access or in Service
are no lights at all, there may be a The light turns off when the engine Only Mode for Keyless Access. See
problem with the lights or the is started. If it does not, have the Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
passenger sensing system. See vehicle serviced by your dealer. 0 212 or Ignition Positions (Key
your dealer for service. If the light stays on, or comes on Access) 0 210.
while driving, there could be a This light may also come on when
{ Warning problem with the electrical charging the system has detected a problem
system. Have it checked by your with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
If the airbag readiness light ever dealer. Driving while this light is on management system. See Diesel
comes on and stays on, it means could drain the battery. Exhaust Fluid 0 223.
that something may be wrong
If a short distance must be driven
with the airbag system. To help with the light on, be sure to turn off
avoid injury to yourself or others, all accessories, such as the radio
have the vehicle serviced right and air conditioner.
away. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 125 for more information,
including important safety
information.
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Malfunctions are often indicated by previous guidelines and see your

the system before any problem is Caution (Continued) dealer for service as soon as
noticeable. Being aware of the light possible.
and seeking service promptly when costly repairs not covered by the
it comes on may prevent damage. vehicle warranty. This could also Light on Steady (All Engines)
affect the vehicles ability to pass If the light is on steady : A
an Emissions Inspection/ malfunction has been detected.
Caution
Maintenance test. See Diagnosis and service may be
If the vehicle is driven continually Accessories and required.
with this light on, the emission Modifications 0 265.
Check the following:
control system may not work as
. A loose or missing fuel cap may
well, the fuel economy may be Light Flashing (Gasoline cause the light to come on. See
lower, and the vehicle may not Engine Only)
Filling the Tank 0 259. A few
run smoothly. This could lead to
If the light is flashing : A driving trips with the cap
costly repairs that might not be malfunction has been detected that properly installed may turn the
covered by the vehicle warranty. could damage the emission control light off.
system and increase vehicle . Poor fuel quality can cause
emissions. Diagnosis and service
inefficient engine operation and
Caution may be required.
poor driveability, which may go
To help prevent damage, reduce away once the engine is warmed
Modifications to the engine, vehicle speed and avoid hard up. If this occurs, change the
transmission, exhaust, intake, accelerations and uphill grades. fuel brand. It may require at
or fuel system, or the use of least one full tank of the proper
If the light continues to flash, find a
replacement tires that do not fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel
safe place to park. Turn the vehicle
meet the original tire off and wait at least 10 seconds (Gasoline) 0 249 or Fuel for
specifications, can cause this light before restarting the engine. If the Diesel Engines 0 250.
to come on. This could lead to light is still flashing, follow the If the light remains on, see your
(Continued) dealer.
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Emissions Inspection and . The light does not come on vehicle. For normal braking
Maintenance Programs when the ignition is in ON/RUN performance, both circuits need to
with the engine not running for be working.
If the vehicle requires an Emissions Key Access or in Service Only
Inspection/Maintenance test, the If the warning light comes on, there
Mode for Keyless Access. is a brake problem. Have the brake
test equipment will likely connect to
the vehicle's Data Link . Critical emission control systems system inspected right away.
Connector (DLC). have not been completely
diagnosed. If this happens, the
vehicle would not be ready for
inspection and might require
several days of routine driving
before the system is ready for
inspection. This can happen if Metric English
the 12-volt battery has recently
been replaced or run down, or if This light should come on briefly
The DLC is under the instrument the vehicle has been recently when the engine is started. If it does
panel to the left of the steering serviced. not come on then, have it fixed so it
wheel. Connecting devices that are will be ready to warn you if there is
not used to perform an Emissions See your dealer if the vehicle will
a problem.
Inspection/Maintenance test or to not pass or cannot be made ready
for the test. When the ignition is on, the brake
service the vehicle may affect
system warning light also comes on
vehicle operation. See Add-On
Brake System Warning when the parking brake is set. The
Electrical Equipment 0 262. See
light stays on if the parking brake
your dealer if assistance is needed. Light does not fully release. If it stays on
The vehicle may not pass The vehicle brake system consists after the parking brake is fully
inspection if: of two hydraulic circuits. If one released, it means the vehicle has a
. The light is on when the engine circuit is not working, the remaining brake problem.
is running. circuit can still work to stop the
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If the light does not come on, have it Up-Shift Light

{ Warning fixed so it will be ready to warn if
there is a problem.
The brake system might not be
working properly if the brake If the ABS light comes on and stays
system warning light is on. on while driving, stop as soon as
Driving with the brake system possible and turn the ignition off.
warning light on can lead to a Start the engine again to reset the
crash. If the light is still on after system. If the light stays on after
driving at a speed above 20 km/h This light comes on when an
the vehicle has been pulled off
(13 mph), see your dealer for up-shift is recommended for best
the road and carefully stopped,
service. A chime may also sound fuel economy. The number
have the vehicle towed for when the light comes on steady.
service. displayed with the arrow indicates
If the regular brake system warning the recommended gear.
light is not on, the vehicle still has
Antilock Brake System brakes, but not antilock brakes. Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
(ABS) Warning Light If the regular brake system warning Light
light is also on, the vehicle does not
have antilock brakes and there is a
problem with the regular brakes.
See Brake System Warning
Light 0 128.
See Brake System Messages 0 140
for all brakerelated DIC messages.
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) For some vehicles, this light comes
light comes on briefly when the on briefly while starting the vehicle.
engine is started. If it does not come on, have the
vehicle serviced.
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For vehicles with the uplevel cluster, If equipped, this indicator will This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
this light may not come on when display green when a vehicle is light come on when StabiliTrak is
starting the vehicle. detected ahead and amber when turned off.
This light is green if LKA is available you are following a vehicle ahead If the TCS is off, wheel speed will
to assist. much too closely. be limited when necessary to
LKA may assist by gently turning See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) protect the driveline from damage.
the steering wheel if the vehicle System 0 243. Adjust driving accordingly.
approaches a detected lane marking See Traction Control/Electronic
without using the turn signal in that Traction Off Light Stability Control 0 235.
direction. The LKA light will turn
amber. StabiliTrak OFF Light
This light is amber and flashes as a
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert, to indicate that the lane
marking has been crossed.
See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 247. This light comes on briefly while
starting the engine. If it does not,
Vehicle Ahead Indicator have the vehicle serviced by your This light comes on briefly while
dealer. If the system is working starting the engine. If it does not,
normally, the indicator light then have the vehicle serviced by your
turns off. dealer.
The traction off light comes on when This light comes on when the
the Traction Control System (TCS) StabiliTrak system is turned off.
has been turned off by pressing and If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction
releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak Control System (TCS) is also off.
button.
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If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the DIC messages to determine which For more information, see Starting
system does not assist in controlling feature(s) is no longer functioning the Engine 0 214.
the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and and whether the vehicle requires
the StabiliTrak systems, and the service. See Ride Control System Tire Pressure Light
warning light turns off. Messages 0 146.
See Traction Control/Electronic If the light is on and flashing, the
Stability Control 0 235. TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system
is actively working.
Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic
(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Stability Control 0 235.
Wait-to-Start Light For vehicles with the Tire Pressure

Monitor System (TPMS), this light
comes on briefly when the engine is
started. It provides information
about tire pressures and the TPMS.
When the Light Is On Steady
This light comes on briefly when the This indicates that one or more of
engine is started. the tires are significantly
If the light does not come on, have For diesel engines, the wait-to-start underinflated.
the vehicle serviced by your dealer. light shows that the engine is
functioning properly and indicates A Driver Information Center (DIC)
If the system is working normally, tire pressure message may also
the indicator light turns off. when the engine can be started.
display. See Tire Messages 0 147.
If the light is on and not flashing, the The fast warm-up glow plug system Stop as soon as possible, and
TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak makes the wait-to-start light stay on inflate the tires to the pressure value
system have been disabled. for a shorter amount of time than shown on the Tire and Loading
A Driver Information Center (DIC) most diesel engines. Information label. See Tire
message may display. Check the Pressure 0 308.
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When the Light Flashes First and It also comes on when the fuel tank
Then Is On Steady is low on fuel. The light turns off
If the light flashes for about a minute when fuel is added. If it does not,
and then stays on, there may be a have the vehicle serviced.
problem with the TPMS. If the
problem is not corrected, the light Diesel Exhaust Fluid
will come on at every ignition cycle. This light should come on briefly as (DEF) Warning Light
See Tire Pressure Monitor the engine is started. If it does not
Operation 0 311. come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.
Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it
means that oil is not flowing through
Caution the engine properly. The vehicle
could be low on oil and might have
Lack of proper engine oil some other system problem. See This light, a Driver Information
maintenance can damage the your dealer. Center (DIC) Message, and a chime
engine. Driving with the engine oil come on when there is an issue with
low can also damage the engine. Low Fuel Warning Light the Diesel Exhaust Fluid.
The repairs would not be covered See Diesel Exhaust Fluid Messages
by the vehicle warranty. Check 0 142 for information on the specific
the oil level as soon as possible. message displaying with the light.
Add oil if required, but if the oil
level is within the operating range If the DEF fluid issue has not been
and the oil pressure is still low, corrected, the light will continue to
flash. The vehicle's speed may also
have the vehicle serviced. Always
be limited.
follow the maintenance schedule This light is near the fuel gauge and
for changing engine oil. comes on briefly when the ignition is Also see Diesel Exhaust
turned on as a check to show it is Fluid 0 223.
working.
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Security Light This light comes on when the The light goes out when the fog
high-beam headlamps are in use. lamps are turned off. See Fog
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Lamps 0 162 for more information.
Changer 0 160.
Lamps On Reminder
IntelliBeam Light
The security light should come on

briefly as the engine is started. If it
does not come on, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally, the This light comes on when the
indicator light turns off. This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See
IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is Exterior Lamp Controls 0 158.
If the light stays on and the engine enabled.
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 158. Cruise Control Light
system. See Immobilizer Operation
(Key Access) 0 51 or Immobilizer Front Fog Lamp Light
Operation (Keyless Access) 0 52.
High-Beam On Light
For vehicles with cruise control, the

cruise control light is white when the
The fog lamp light comes on when cruise control is on and ready, and
the fog lamps are in use. turns green when the cruise control
is set and active.
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The light turns off when the cruise Information Displays \ : Use the band to scroll through
control is turned off. See Cruise the items in each menu.
Control 0 237.
Driver Information Center MENU : Press to display the Trip/
(DIC) (Base Level) Fuel Menu, the Vehicle Information
Door Ajar Light Menu, and the ECO Menu. This
The DIC displays information about button is also used to return to or
your vehicle. It also displays exit the last screen displayed on
warning messages if a system the DIC.
problem is detected. See Vehicle
Messages 0 140. All messages Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items
appear in the DIC display in the Press MENU on the turn signal
center of the instrument cluster. lever until the TRIP menu displays.
If equipped, this light comes on Use \ to scroll through the menu
when a door is open or not securely
DIC Operation and Displays
items. Not all items are available on
latched. Before driving, check that The DIC has different displays
every vehicle. The following is a list
all doors are properly closed. See which can be accessed by using the
of all possible menu items:
Door Ajar Messages 0 141. DIC buttons on the turn signal lever.
Digital Speed : Displays how fast
DIC Buttons the vehicle is moving in either
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). The speedometer
cannot be reset.
Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel
Economy : Displays the current
distance traveled, in either
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), from
SET/CLR : Press to set, or press the last reset for the trip odometer.
and hold to clear, the menu item The trip odometer can be reset to
displayed.
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zero by pressing and holding the Instantaneous Fuel Economy : record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes,
SET/CLR button while the trip Displays the current fuel economy in and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after
odometer display is showing. liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) which the display will return to zero.
Also displays the approximate or miles per gallon (mpg). This To stop the timer, press SET/CLR
average liters per 100 kilometers number reflects only the briefly while Timer is displayed. To
(L/100 km) or miles per gallon approximate fuel economy that the reset the timer to zero, press and
(mpg). This number is based on the vehicle has right now and changes hold SET/CLR.
number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded frequently as driving conditions Navigation : Used for the OnStar
since the last time this menu item change. This display cannot be Turn-by-Turn guidance. See OnStar
was reset. This number reflects only reset. Overview 0 383.
the approximate average fuel Average Vehicle Speed : Displays Blank Display : Displays no
economy that the vehicle has right the average vehicle speed of the information.
now, and will change as driving vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h)
conditions change. Reset the or miles per hour (mph). This Vehicle Information Menu
average consumption by pressing average is based on the various (VEHICLE) Items
SET/CLR when it is displayed. vehicle speeds recorded since the
last reset. Reset the average speed Press MENU on the turn signal
Fuel Range : Displays the lever until the VEHICLE menu is
approximate distance the vehicle by pressing SET/CLR when it is
displayed. displayed. Use \ to scroll through
can be driven without refueling. The
the menu items. Not all items are
fuel range estimate is based on an Timer : To start the timer, press
available on every vehicle. The
average of the vehicle's fuel SET/CLR while Timer is displayed.
following is a list of all possible
economy over recent driving history The display will show the amount of
menu items:
and the amount of fuel remaining in time that has passed since the timer
the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be was last reset, not including time the Remaining Oil Life : Displays an
reset. ignition is off. Time will continue to estimate of the oil's remaining useful
be counted as long as the ignition is life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
on, even if another display is being displayed, that means 99% of the
shown on the DIC. The timer will current oil life remains.
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When the remaining oil life is low, Tire Pressure : Displays a vehicle the setting. This will change the
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON with the approximate pressures of displays on the DIC to the type of
message will appear on the display. all four tires. Tire pressure is measurements you select.
See Engine Oil Messages 0 142. displayed in either kilopascal (kPa)
The oil should be changed as soon or in pounds per square inch (psi). ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO)
as possible. See Engine Oil 0 270. See Tire Pressure Monitor System Items
In addition to the engine oil life 0 310 and Tire Pressure Monitor This menu is only available on some
system monitoring the oil life, Operation 0 311. vehicles. Press MENU on the turn
additional maintenance is Battery Voltage : Displays the signal lever until the ECO menu is
recommended in the Maintenance current battery voltage, if equipped. displayed. Use \ to scroll through
Schedule in this manual. See Battery voltage changes are normal the menu items. Not all items are
Maintenance Schedule 0 352. while driving. See Charging System available on every vehicle. The
The Oil Life display must be reset Light 0 126. If there is a problem following is a list of all possible
after each oil change. Do not reset with the battery charging system, menu items:
the Oil Life display accidentally at the DIC will display a message. See
Best Average Fuel Economy : The
any time other than when the oil has Battery Voltage and Charging
bottom displays the best average
just been changed. It cannot be Messages 0 140.
fuel economy (AFE) that is achieved
reset accurately until the next oil Speed Warning : This display is for a selected distance. The top
change. To reset the engine oil life used to set the vehicle speed at displays a running average of fuel
system, see Engine Oil Life which the speed warning chime economy for the most recently
System 0 273. sounds and the alert is displayed. traveled selected distance. The
Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is The speed can be set by pressing center bar graph displays the
displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) SET/CLR while the speed warning instantaneous fuel economy.
or in pounds per square inch (psi). display is showing. Quickly press the SET/CLR button
to change the settings for the
Units : Move \ to change between distance options.
Metric or US when the Unit display
is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm When viewing best AFE, a several
second press and hold of SET/CLR
will reset the best value. The best
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value will show - - - until the Driver Information Center V : Press to open a menu or select
selected distance has been a menu item. Press and hold to
traveled.
(DIC) (Uplevel)
reset values on certain screens.
The display provides feedback on The DIC displays are shown in the
center of the instrument cluster in DIC Info Page Options
how current driving behavior in the
bar graph affects the running the Info app. See Instrument Cluster The info pages on the DIC can be
average in the top display and how 0 116. The displays show the status turned on or off through the
well recent driving compares to the of many vehicle systems. The Settings menu.
best that has been achieved. controls for the DIC are on the right
steering wheel control. 1. Press o to access the cluster
Top Consumers : Shows a list of applications.
the features that are currently
impacting the fuel economy, in order 2. Press w or x to scroll to the
from highest to lowest. If a feature is Settings application.
turned off, it will be removed from
the list. 3. Press V to enter the
Settings menu.
Economy Trend : Shows history of
the Average Fuel Economy from the 4. Scroll to Info Pages and
last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar press p.
represents about 5 km (3 mi) of
driving. During driving the bars will 5. Press w or x to move
shift to always reflect the most through the list of possible
recent distance on the right side. information displays.
Press and hold V to clear the graph 6. Press V while an item is
or press p to reset through w or x : Press to move up or highlighted to select or
down in a list. deselect that item. When an
the menu.
o or p : Press to move between item is selected, a checkmark
the interactive display zones in the will appear next to it.
cluster.
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DIC Info Pages Press and hold V while this display recommended in the Maintenance
is active to reset the trip odometer Schedule. See Maintenance
The following is the list of all
and the average fuel economy. Trip Schedule 0 352.
possible DIC info page displays.
Some may not be available for your A and Trip B can also be reset by The Oil Life display must be reset
particular vehicle. Some items may pressing p and choosing reset. after each oil change. It will not
not be turned on by default but can reset itself. Do not to reset the Oil
Fuel Range : Shows the Life display at any time other than
be turned on through the Settings
approximate distance the vehicle when the oil has just been changed.
app. See DIC Info Page Options
can be driven without refueling. It cannot be reset accurately until
earlier in this section.
LOW will be displayed when the the next oil change. To reset the
Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel engine oil life system, press and
either kilometers per hour (km/h) or range estimate is based on an
miles per hour (mph). average of the vehicle's fuel hold V for several seconds while
economy over recent driving history the Oil Life display is active. See
Trip A or Trip B : Shows the Engine Oil Life System 0 273.
current distance traveled, in either and the amount of fuel remaining in
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since the fuel tank. Tire Pressure : Shows the
the trip odometer was last reset. Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the approximate pressures of all four
oil's remaining useful life. tires. Tire pressure is displayed in
This also shows the approximate either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds
average liters per 100 kilometers If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of the per square inch (psi). If the pressure
(L/100 km) or miles per is low, the value for that tire is
gallon (mpg). This number is current oil life remains.
shown in amber. See Tire Pressure
calculated based on the number of When the remaining oil life is low, Monitor System 0 310 and Tire
L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Pressure Monitor Operation 0 311.
last time this menu item was reset. message will appear on the display.
This number reflects only the See Engine Oil Messages 0 142. Instantaneous Fuel Economy :
approximate average fuel economy The oil should be changed as soon Displays the current fuel economy in
that the vehicle has right now, and as possible. See Engine Oil 0 270. liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km)
will change as driving conditions In addition to the engine oil life or miles per gallon (mpg). This
change. system monitoring the oil life, number reflects only the
additional maintenance is approximate fuel economy that the
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vehicle has right now and changes Press p to select the distance or Speed Limit : Shows sign
frequently as driving conditions information, which comes from a
reset best value. Use w and x to
change. This display cannot be roadway database in the onboard
reset. choose the distance and press V. navigation, if equipped.
Average Vehicle Speed : Displays Press w and x to select Reset Following Distance Indicator :
the average vehicle speed of the Best Score. Press V to reset the The current follow time to the
vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) best average fuel economy. After vehicle ahead is displayed as a time
or miles per hour (mph). This reset, the best value displays -,- value on this page.
average is based on the various until the selected distance has been Battery Voltage : Displays the
vehicle speeds recorded since the traveled. current battery voltage, if equipped.
last reset. Reset the average speed Battery voltage changes are normal
The display provides information on
by pressing V when it is displayed. how current driving behavior affects while driving. See Charging System
Fuel Economy : The center the running average and how well Light 0 126. If there is a problem
displays the approximate recent driving compares to the best with the battery charging system,
instantaneous fuel economy as a that has been achieved for the the DIC will display a message. See
number and bar graph. Displayed selected distance. Battery Voltage and Charging
above the bar graph is a running Messages 0 140.
Timer : This display can be used as
average of fuel economy for the a timer. To start the timer, press V Blank Page : Shows no
most recently traveled selected information.
while this display is active. The
distance. Displayed below the bar
display will show the amount of time
graph is the best average fuel
that has passed since the timer was
economy that has been achieved for
the selected distance. The selected last reset. To stop the timer, press V
distance is displayed at the top of briefly while this display is active
the page as last xxx mi/km. and the timer is running. To reset
the timer to zero, press and hold V
while this display is active, or
press p and select reset.
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Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages

Messages displayed on the DIC Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW
indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the
some action that may be needed to
This message displays when the brake fluid level is low. See Brake
correct a condition. Multiple
vehicle has detected that the battery Fluid 0 284.
messages may display one after the
other. voltage is dropping beyond a RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
reasonable point. The battery saver
The messages that do not require system starts reducing features of This message is displayed as a
immediate action can be the vehicle that may be noticed. At reminder that the parking brake is
acknowledged and cleared by the point that features are disabled, on. Release it before you attempt to
pressing SET/CLR or V. The this message displays. Turn off drive.
messages that require immediate unnecessary accessories to allow
action cannot be cleared until that the battery to recharge. Compass Messages
action is performed. All messages
should be taken seriously and LOW BATTERY CAL
clearing the messages does not This message is displayed when the This message is displayed when the
correct the problem. battery voltage is low. See Battery - compass needs to be calibrated.
The following are some of the North America 0 285. See Compass 0 110.
vehicle messages that may be SERVICE BATTERY
displayed depending on your
CHARGING SYSTEM Two dashes will be displayed if the
vehicle content.
This message is displayed when compass needs service. See your
there is a fault in the battery dealer for service.
charging system. Take the vehicle to
your dealer for service.
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Cruise Control Messages TRUNK OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED

This message will display when the IDLE ENGINE
APPLY BRAKE BEFORE
trunk is open. Close the trunk This message displays when the
CRUISE completely. engine coolant temperature is too
If this message displays when hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
attempting to activate cruise control, Engine Cooling System idle until it cools down.
apply the brake pedal and try again.
Messages ENGINE OVERHEATED
CRUISE SET TO XXX STOP ENGINE
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH
This message displays when the ENGINE TEMP This message displays and a
cruise control is set and shows the continuous chime sounds if the
speed it was set to. See Cruise This message displays when the
engine coolant becomes hotter than engine cooling system reaches
Control 0 237. unsafe temperatures for operation.
the normal operating temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot Stop and turn off the vehicle as
Door Ajar Messages engine, the air conditioning soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
compressor automatically turns off. severe damage. This message
DOOR(S) OPEN clears when the engine has cooled
When the coolant temperature
A vehicle symbol will be displayed returns to normal, the air to a safe operating temperature.
on the DIC showing which door is conditioning compressor turns back
open along with this message. HIGH COOLANT
on. You can continue to drive the TEMPERATURE
Close the door completely. vehicle.
This message displays if the coolant
HOOD OPEN If this message continues to appear, temperature is hot. See Engine
This message will display when the have the system repaired by your Overheating 0 281.
hood is open. Close the hood dealer as soon as possible to avoid
completely. damage to the engine.
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Engine Oil Messages Engine Power Messages TIGHTEN GAS CAP (Gas
Engine Only)
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the
This message displays when the This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight on vehicles
engine oil needs to be changed. vehicle's engine power is reduced. with gasoline engines. Tighten the
When you change the engine oil, be Reduced engine power can affect fuel cap.
sure to reset the Oil Life System. the vehicle's ability to accelerate.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 273 If this message is on, but there is no WATER IN FUEL CONTACT
and Driver Information Center (DIC) reduction in performance, proceed SERVICE
(Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver Information to your destination. The This message displays when water
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 134 for performance may be reduced the level in the diesel fuel filter exceeds
information on how to reset the next time the vehicle is driven. The a specified level. Residual water in
system. See Engine Oil 0 270 and vehicle may be driven at a reduced the diesel fuel filter must be drained.
Maintenance Schedule 0 352 for speed while this message is on, but Water in Fuel (Diesel) 0 255.
more information. maximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced. Anytime this
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP message stays on, or displays Diesel Exhaust Fluid
ENGINE repeatedly, the vehicle should be Messages
This message displays if low oil taken to your dealer for service as For more information on these
pressure levels occur. Stop the soon as possible. messages, see Exhaust Fluid Low
vehicle as soon as safely possible or Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor in
and do not operate it until the cause Fuel System Messages Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 223.
of the low oil pressure has been
corrected. Check the oil as soon as FUEL LEVEL LOW EXHAUST FLUID RANGE:
possible and have the vehicle This message displays when the XXXX KM (MI)
serviced by your dealer. vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as When the exhaust fluid is getting
soon as possible. low, the range will be displayed in
either kilometers or miles. It is
normal for the EXHAUST FLUID
RANGE to vary based on vehicle
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and environmental driving Diesel Particulate Filter Key and Lock Messages
conditions. When this message first
displays at approximately 1 600 km
Messages # KEYS PROGRAMMED
(1,000 mi) of fluid range remaining, DIESEL PARTIC (Particulate) This message displays when
the fluid is approximately 5 L FILTER IS FULL CONTINUE programming new keys to the
(1.3 gal) low.
DRIVING vehicle.
EXHAUST FLUID LOW SPEED This message may display when the NO REMOTE DETECTED
LIMITED SOON soot particles in the diesel
particulate filter reach a certain This message displays when the
When the exhaust fluid range is less transmitter battery may be weak.
than 120 km (75 mi) this message amount. Continue driving to prevent
the filter from clogging. See Diesel See Starting the Vehicle with a Low
will be displayed. Transmitter Battery under Remote
Particulate Filter 0 222 for more
EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY information. Keyless Entry (RKE) System
REFILL NOW Operation (Key Access) 0 34 or
DIESEL PARTIC (Particulate) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
This message will be displayed FILTER IS FULL CONTINUED System Operation (Keyless
when the exhaust fluid is empty. DRIVING MANDATORY Access) 0 36.
This message may be accompanied
by other messages that provide This message may display when the NO REMOTE KEY WAS
more information. soot particles in the diesel DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
particulate filter reach a certain TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN
EXHAUST FLUID QUALITY amount. Continued driving is START YOUR VEHICLE
POOR SEE OWNERS mandatory to prevent the filter from
MANUAL NOW clogging. See Diesel Particulate This message displays when trying
Filter 0 222 for more information. to start the vehicle if an RKE
This message displays when the transmitter is not detected. The
exhaust fluid is of poor quality or the transmitter battery may be weak.
wrong fluid was added. This See Starting the Vehicle with a Low
message may be accompanied by Transmitter Battery under Remote
other messages that provide more Keyless Entry (RKE) System
information. Operation (Key Access) 0 34 or
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lamp Messages Object Detection System

System Operation (Keyless
Access) 0 36. AUTOMATIC LIGHT Messages
CONTROL ON FORWARD COLLISION
NO REMOTE DETECTED
PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART This message is displayed when the ALERT OFF
or NO REMOTE DETECTED automatic light control has been This message displays when the
PRESS CLUTCH TO RESTART turned on. See Automatic Headlamp Forward Collision Alert has been
System 0 160. turned off.
This message displays if the RKE
transmitter is no longer detected in AUTOMATIC LIGHT FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED
the vehicle. Press the brake pedal CONTROL OFF CLEAN WINDSHIELD
or clutch and the engine start/stop This message is displayed when the
button to restart the vehicle. This message displays when the
automatic light control has been camera is blocked. Cleaning the
REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE turned off. See Automatic Headlamp outside of the windshield behind the
System 0 160. rearview mirror may correct the
This message displays when
XXX TURN INDICATOR issue. The Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
leaving the vehicle with the RKE
FAILURE and the Lane Departure Warning
transmitter still inside.
(LDW) system will not operate.
REPLACE BATTERY IN When one of the turn signals is out, Forward Collision Alert (FCA) may
REMOTE KEY this message displays to show not work or may not work as well.
which bulb needs to be replaced.
This message displays when the See Bulb Replacement 0 289 and LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF
battery in the RKE transmitter needs Replacement Bulbs 0 293 for more This message indicates that the
to be replaced. information on turn signal bulb driver has turned the Side Blind
replacement. Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane
TURN SIGNAL ON Change Alert (LCA) systems off.
This message is displayed if the

turn signal has been left on. Turn off
the turn signal.
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LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA) system may not work. Do not SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
UNAVAILABLE use these systems until the vehicle UNAVAILABLE
has been repaired.
This message displays when the This message indicates that Side
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane SERVICE FRONT CAMERA Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system is Change Alert (LCA), and Rear
If this message remains on after
temporarily unavailable. The LKA Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are
continued driving, take the vehicle
system does not need service. disabled either because the sensor
to your dealer for service. Do not
This message could be due to the is blocked and cannot detect
use the Lane Keep Assist (LKA),
camera being blocked. Cleaning the vehicles in the blind zone, or the
Lane Departure Warning (LDW),
outside of the windshield behind the vehicle is passing through an open
and Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
rearview mirror may correct the area, such as the desert, where
features.
issue. there is insufficient data for
SERVICE PARK ASSIST operation. This message may also
PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays if there is a
activate during heavy rain or due to
road spray. The vehicle does not
This message displays when the problem with the Parking Assist need service. For cleaning, see
Parking Assist system has been system. Do not use this system to "Washing the Vehicle" under
turned off or when there is a help you park. See your dealer for Exterior Care 0 342.
temporary condition causing the service.
system to be disabled. TAKE STEERING
SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM If LKA does not detect active driver
SYSTEM steering, an alert and chime may be
If this message remains on after provided. Move the steering wheel
If this message displays, take the continued driving, the vehicle needs to dismiss. See Lane Keep Assist
vehicle to your dealer to repair the service. Side Blind Zone Alert (LKA) 0 247.
system. (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA),
Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Assistance Systems for Parking or features will not work. Take the
Backing, and/or Lane Keep Assist vehicle to your dealer.
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Ride Control System Safety Belt Messages SHIFTER UNLOCKED. BRAKE

Messages TO SHIFT
SHIFTER LOCKED. BUCKLE
SEATBELT This message displays when the
SERVICE TRACTION Safety Belt Assurance System times
CONTROL This message displays if the vehicle out and allows the vehicle to be
This message displays when there is equipped with the Safety Belt shifted out of P (Park) after
is a problem with the Traction Assurance System and the driver 30 seconds following brake apply.
Control System (TCS). See Traction and front outboard passenger, See Safety Belts and Child
Control/Electronic Stability if present, safety belts are not Restraints in the Index for
Control 0 235. buckled. The vehicle will not shift information about the importance of
out of P (Park). Buckle the safety proper restraint use.
SERVICE STABILITRAK belt(s) to unlock the shift lever.
This system may not function
This message displays if there is a This system may not allow the properly if the airbag readiness light
problem with the StabiliTrak system. vehicle to shift out of P (Park) if an is on. See Airbag Readiness
See Traction Control/Electronic object such as a briefcase, Light 0 125.
Stability Control 0 235. handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
or other electronic device is on Security Messages
Airbag System Messages the front outboard passenger seat.
If this happens, remove the object THEFT ATTEMPTED
SERVICE AIRBAG from the seat or buckle the This message displays if the vehicle
This message displays if there is a safety belt. detects a tamper condition.
problem with the airbag system. See If the driver or front outboard
your dealer for service. passenger unbuckles their safety
belt while driving, the safety belt
reminder chime and light(s) will
come on. See Safety Belt
Reminders 0 124.
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Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE VEHICLE SOON Tire Messages

SERVICE KEYLESS START This message displays if there is a SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
problem with the vehicle. Take the
SYSTEM vehicle to your dealer for service.
SYSTEM
This message is displayed if there is This message displays if there is a
a problem with the pushbutton start Starting the Vehicle problem with the Tire Pressure
system. Take the vehicle to your Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
dealer for service.
Messages Pressure Monitor Operation 0 311.
SERVICE POWER STEERING PRESS BRAKE TO START or TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
PRESS CLUTCH TO START
This message displays and a chime This message displays when the
may sound when there may be a This message displays when system is learning new tires. See
problem with the power steering attempting to start the vehicle Tire Pressure Monitor
system. If this message displays without first pressing the brake or Operation 0 311.
and a reduction in steering clutch pedal.
performance or loss of power TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
TURN STEERING WHEEL AIR TO TIRE
steering assistance is noticed, see START VEHICLE AGAIN
your dealer. On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
This message displays when you try Monitor System (TPMS), this
SERVICE STEERING to start the vehicle, but the column message displays when the
COLUMN LOCK remains locked. Try turning the pressure in one or more of the
This message displays if there is a steering wheel while starting the vehicle's tires is low.
problem with the steering column vehicle to unlock the steering
column. If the vehicle still does not The low tire pressure warning light
lock. Take the vehicle to your dealer will also come on. See Tire
for service. start, turn the steering wheel the
other way, and try starting the Pressure Light 0 131.
vehicle again.
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If a tire pressure message displays, REDUCED PERFORMANCE transmission to cool. This message
inflate the tires until the tire REDUCE CLUTCH USE clears when the fluid temperature
pressure is equal to the values reaches a safe level.
shown on the Tire and Loading This message displays and engine
Information label. See Tires 0 301, torque is momentarily limited if TRANSMISSION HOT
Vehicle Load Limits 0 206, excessive manual transmission SLOW DOWN
and Tire Pressure 0 308. clutch slip is detected while the
clutch pedal is fully released. This message displays and a chime
More than one tire pressure Reduce clutch slip during sounds if the manual transmission
message can be received at a time. acceleration from a stop and during fluid is hot and if the vehicle speed
The DIC also shows the tire gear changes to allow the clutch to is high. Driving with the manual
pressure values. See Driver cool. This should prevent further transmission fluid temperature high
Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) slips with the clutch pedal fully can cause damage to the vehicle.
0 137 or Driver Information Center released. If this message displays Drive at a slower speed to cool the
(DIC) (Base Level) 0 134. repeatedly, see your dealer. manual transmission fluid. This
message clears when the vehicle
Transmission Messages SERVICE TRANSMISSION has slowed sufficiently or if the
manual transmission fluid has
This message displays if there is a
MANUAL TRANSMISSION cooled sufficiently.
problem with the transmission. See
RELEASE CLUTCH PEDAL your dealer.
This message displays and a chime
Vehicle Reminder
sounds if the manual transmission
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Messages
clutch pedal is partially applied for ENGINE
an extended period of time while the
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
This message displays and a chime
vehicle is being driven. Driving with sounds if the automatic transmission WITH CARE
the clutch pedal applied can reduce fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving This message displays when ice
the life of the clutch. Fully release with the automatic transmission fluid conditions are possible.
the clutch pedal after each gear temperature high can cause
change. damage to the vehicle. Stop the
vehicle and let it idle to allow the
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STEERING COLUMN IS FLUID QUALITY POOR, SERVICE this message is displayed, the
LOCKED EMISSION SYSTEM, or SERVICE vehicle speed is being limited to
EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM. The 105 km/h (65 mph).
This message displays when the vehicle speed will be limited to
steering column is locked. 88 km/h (55 mph) when the SPEED LIMITED TO 88 KM/H
countdown is over. (55 MPH)
Vehicle Speed Messages This message will be displayed
XXX KM (MI) UNTIL 7 KM/H
For more information on these along with other messages. These
(4 MPH) MAX SPEED messages include EXHAUST FLUID
messages, see Diesel Exhaust
Fluid 0 223. This message will be displayed EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST
along with other messages. These FLUID QUALITY POOR, SERVICE
XXX KM (MI) UNTIL 105 KM/H messages include EXHAUST FLUID EMISSION SYSTEM, or SERVICE
(65 MPH) MAX SPEED EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM. When
This message will be displayed FLUID QUALITY POOR, this message is displayed, the
along with other messages. These or SERVICE EXHAUST FLUID vehicle speed is being limited to
messages include EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM. The vehicle speed will be 88 km/h (55 mph).
EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST limited to 7 km/h (4 mph) when the
countdown is over. SPEED LIMITED TO 7 KM/H
FLUID QUALITY POOR, SERVICE
(4 MPH)
EMISSION SYSTEM, or SERVICE SPEED LIMITED TO 105 KM/H
EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM. The This message will be displayed
(65 MPH) along with other messages. These
vehicle speed will be limited to
105 km/h (65 mph) when the This message will be displayed messages include EXHAUST FLUID
countdown is over. along with other messages. These EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST
messages include EXHAUST FLUID FLUID QUALITY POOR,
XXX KM (MI) UNTIL 88 KM/H EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST or SERVICE EXHAUST FLUID
(55 MPH) MAX SPEED FLUID QUALITY POOR, SERVICE SYSTEM. When this message is
This message will be displayed EMISSION SYSTEM, or SERVICE displayed, the vehicle speed is
along with other messages. These EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM. When being limited to 7 km/h (4 mph).
messages include EXHAUST FLUID
EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST
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TRANSITIONING TO XX KM/H Vehicle 3. Press o BACK on the

(XX MPH) MAX SPEED faceplate or 0 to return to the
Personalization previous menu or exit.
This message will be displayed
along with other messages. These Use the audio system controls to
access the personalization menus Turn the vehicle to ON/RUN to
messages include EXHAUST FLUID access the Settings menu, then
EMPTY REFILL NOW, EXHAUST for customizing vehicle features.
select SETTINGS from the Home
FLUID QUALITY POOR, SERVICE The following are all possible Page on the infotainment display.
EMISSION SYSTEM, or SERVICE personalization features. Depending
EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM. When on the vehicle, some may not be Personalization Menus
this message is displayed, the end available. The following list of menu items may
of the countdown has been reached be available:
and the vehicle speed is being Base Radio Audio System
limited. Controls . Time and Date
{ : Press to access the Home . Language (Language)
Page Menu. . Rear Seat Reminder
Q or R : Touch to scroll through the . Teen Driver
menus or setup items.
. Valet Mode
0 : Touch to exit or return to the
previous screen or menu. . Radio
Uplevel Radio Audio System . Vehicle
Controls . Bluetooth
1. Press the desired feature to . Apple CarPlay
display a list of available
. Android Auto
options.
. USB Auto Launch
2. Press to select the desired
feature setting. . Voice
. Display
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. Rear Camera Teen Driver . Tone Settings
. Return to Factory Settings See Teen Driver under Settings . Auto Volume
. Software Information in the infotainment manual. . Maximum Startup Volume
Detailed information for each menu Valet Mode . Audio Cue Volume
follows. This will lock the infotainment Manage Favorites
Time and Date system and steering wheel controls.
It may also limit access to vehicle This allows favorites to be edited.
Manually set the time and date. See storage locations (if equipped). See Storing a Station as a
Clock 0 111. Favorite in AM-FM Radio 0 170 or
To enable valet mode: Manage Favorites in Settings
Language (Language) 1. Enter a four-digit code on the under Radio in the infotainment
Select Language, then select from keypad. manual.
the available language(s). 2. Select Enter to go to the Number of Favorites Shown
The selected language will display confirmation screen. Press to set the number of favorites
on the system, and voice 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. to display.
recognition will reflect the selected
language. Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or Select the desired number or select
unlock the system. Press Back to go Auto and the infotainment system
Rear Seat Reminder back to the previous menu. will automatically adjust the number
This allows for a chime and a of favorites shown.
Radio
message Look in Rear Seat when Audible Touch Feedback
the rear door has been opened Press and the following may
before or during operation of the display: This allows Audible Touch
vehicle. Feedback to be turned on or off.
. Manage Favorites
Select Off or On. Select Off or On.
. Number of Favorites Shown
. Audible Touch Feedback
. Text Scroll
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Text Scroll Audio Cue Volume Auto Fan Speed

Select to see text scroll on the This feature sets the volume of This feature will set the auto fan
screen. audio files played at system startup speed.
Select Off or On. and shutdown. Select Low, Medium, or High.
Select On, then press + or to
Tone Settings increase or decrease the volume. Auto Defog
Select to adjust the radio tone. See When turned on and high humidity
Operation 0 169 or Tone Settings Vehicle is detected, the climate control
under AM-FM Radio in the Select and the following may system may adjust to outside air
infotainment manual. display: supply and turn on the air
conditioner or the heater. The fan
Auto Volume . Climate and Air Quality
speed may slightly increase to help
This feature adjusts the volume . Collision/Detection Systems prevent fogging. When high
based on vehicle speed and . Comfort and Convenience humidity is no longer detected, the
ambient noise. system will return to its prior
. Lighting operation.
Select Off, Low, Medium-Low,
Medium, Medium-High, or High. . Power Door Locks Select Off or On.
Maximum Startup Volume . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
This feature sets the maximum Climate and Air Quality
startup volume. If the vehicle is Select and the following may
started and the volume is greater display:
than this level, the volume is
adjusted to this level. To set the . Auto Fan Speed
maximum startup volume, turn the . Auto Defog
MENU knob or press + or to . Auto Rear Defog
increase or decrease.
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Auto Rear Defog Rear Cross Traffic Alert Vehicle Locator Lights
When on, this feature turns on the This allows the Rear Cross Traffic This feature will flash the exterior
rear defogger at vehicle start when Alert feature to be turned on or off. lamps and allows some of the
the interior temperature is cold and Select On or Off. See Rear Cross exterior lamps and most of the
fog is likely. The auto rear defog Traffic Alert (RCTA) in Assistance interior lamps to turn on briefly
function can be canceled by Systems for Parking or when K on the Remote Keyless
pressing 1. See Rear Window Backing 0 240. Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed
Defogger under Climate Control to locate the vehicle.
Systems (With Air Conditioning) Comfort and Convenience
Select Off or On.
0 190 or Climate Control Systems Select and the following may
(With Heater Only) 0 192 or display: Exit Lighting
Automatic Climate Control This allows the selection of how
System 0 193. . Chime Volume
long the exterior lamps stay on
Select Off or On. Chime Volume when leaving the vehicle when it is
This allows the selection of the dark outside.
Collision/Detection Systems
chime volume level. Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60
Select and the following may Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Turn the MENU knob, touch + or
display:
to adjust the volume, or select Power Door Locks
. Park Assist Normal or High.
Select and the following may
. Rear Cross Traffic Alert Lighting display:
Park Assist Select and the following may . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
If equipped, this feature can assist display:
. Auto Door Unlock
in backing up and parking the . Vehicle Locator Lights
vehicle. See Assistance Systems for . Delayed Door Lock
. Exit Lighting
Parking or Backing 0 240.
Select On or Off.
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Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Lock Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
When on, this feature will keep the . Remote Door Unlock If equipped and turned on, this
driver door from locking until the . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats feature will turn the heated seats on
door is closed. If this feature is when using remote start on
turned on, the Delayed Door Lock . Passive Door Unlock cold days.
menu will not be available. . Passive Door Lock Select Off or On.
Select Off or On. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Passive Door Unlock
Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback This allows the selection of what
This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will doors will unlock when using the
doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle button on the driver door to unlock
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) with the RKE transmitter. the vehicle.
with an automatic transmission or Select All Doors or Driver Door.
when the vehicle is turned off with a Select Off or Flash Lights.
manual transmission. Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Lock
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. This allows selection of what type of This feature can be turned on, off,
feedback is given when locking the or on with feedback. See Remote
Delayed Door Lock Keyless Entry (RKE) System
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
When on, this feature will delay the Operation (Key Access) 0 34 or
locking of the doors. To override the Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
delay, press the power door lock Only, or Horn Only. System Operation (Keyless
switch on the door. Remote Door Unlock Access) 0 36.
Select Off or On. This allows selection of which doors Select Off, On with Horn
Chirp, or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start will unlock when pressing K on the
Select and the following may RKE transmitter. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
display: Select All Doors or Driver Door. This feature sounds an alert when
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback the RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle.
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Select Off or On. Device Management Apple CarPlay

Bluetooth Select to connect to a different This feature allows Apple devices to
phone source, disconnect a phone, be connected to the infotainment
Select and the following may or delete a phone. system through a USB port.
display:
Ringtones Select Off or On.
. Pair New Device
Press to change the ring tone for Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
. Discoverable
the specific phone. The phone does Select to manage Apple devices.
. Device Management not need to be connected to change Apple CarPlay must be on for this
. Ringtones the ring tones. feature to be accessed.
. Voice Mail Numbers Voice Mail Numbers
Android Auto
. Text Message Alerts This feature displays the voice mail
Select and the following may
number for all connected phones.
Pair New Device display:
To change the voice mail number,
Select to pair a new device. See select EDIT. Type a new number, . Android Auto
Pairing under Bluetooth then select SAVE. . Manage Android Auto Devices
(Infotainment Controls) 0 181 or Text Message Alerts
Bluetooth (Overview) 0 180 or Android Auto
Pairing in Infotainment Controls This allows the feature to be turned This feature allows Android devices
under Bluetooth in the infotainment on or off. to be connected to the infotainment
manual. Select Off or On. system through a USB port.
Discoverable Apple CarPlay Select Off or On.
This allows the system to find a Select and the following may Manage Android Auto Devices
device. display: Select to manage Android devices.
Select Off or On. . Apple CarPlay Android Auto must be on for this
feature to be accessed.
. Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
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USB Auto Launch Audio Feedback Speed Rear Camera

This allows Android and Apple This feature adjusts the audio Select and the following may
CarPlay devices to automatically feedback speed. display:
connect when plugged into the Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. . Guidance Lines
USB port.
Display What Can I Say? Tips . Rear Park Assist Symbols
Select Off or On.
This feature gives voice Guidance Lines
Voice command tips.
Select to turn Off or On. See
Select and the following may Select Off or On. Assistance Systems for Parking or
display: Backing 0 240.
. Confidence Threshold
Display
Select and the following may Rear Park Assist Symbols
. Prompt Length
display: Select to turn Off or On. See
. Audio Feedback Speed Assistance Systems for Parking or
. Calibrate Touchscreen
. Display What Can I Say? Tips Backing 0 240.
. Turn Display Off
Confidence Threshold Return to Factory Settings
Calibrate Touchscreen
This feature allows the adjustment Select and the following may
Select to calibrate the touchscreen, display:
of the sensitivity of the speech
then follow the prompts.
recognition system. . Restore Vehicle Settings
Select Confirm More or Turn Display Off
. Clear All Private Data
Confirm Less. Select to turn the display off. Press
. Restore Radio Settings
anywhere on the display area or any
Prompt Length faceplate button to turn the Restore Vehicle Settings
This feature adjusts the voice display on.
prompt length. This allows selection of restoring
vehicle settings.
Select Short or Long.
Select Restore or Cancel.
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Clear All Private Data

This allows selection to clear all
private information from the vehicle.
Select Delete or Cancel.
Restore Radio Settings
This allows selection to restore
radio settings.
Select Restore or Cancel.
Software Information
Select to view the infotainment
system current software information.
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Lighting Exterior Lighting taillamps, license plate lamps,

instrument panel lights, and
sidemarker lamps.
Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting ; : Turns on the parking lamps
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 158 including all lamps, except the
Headlamp High/Low-Beam headlamps.
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 5 : Turns on the headlamps
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 together with the parking lamps and
Daytime Running instrument panel lights. A warning
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 chime sounds if the driver door is
Automatic Headlamp opened when the ignition switch is
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 off and the headlamps are on.
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 161
Turn and Lane-Change 9 : If equipped, press to turn the
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 fog lamps on or off. See Fog
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Lamps 0 162.
Interior Lighting The exterior lamp control is to the IntelliBeam System
Instrument Panel Illumination left of the steering column on the If equipped, this system turns the
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 instrument panel. vehicle's high-beam headlamps on
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 and off according to surrounding
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 There are four positions:
traffic conditions.
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 O : Briefly turn to this position to
turn the automatic lamp control off The system turns the high-beam
Lighting Features headlamps on when it is dark
or on again.
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 enough and there is no other traffic
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 AUTO : Turns the headlamps on present.
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 165 automatically at normal brightness,
Exterior Lighting Battery together with the parking lamps,
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
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Driving with IntelliBeam feature. If this happens,

The system only activates the high press b on the turn
beams when driving over 40 km/h signal lever when the
(25 mph). exterior lamp control is
There is a sensor near the top in the AUTO or 5 position to
center of the windshield that reactivate the IntelliBeam
This light comes on in the system. The instrument cluster
automatically controls the system.
instrument cluster when the light will come on to indicate the
Keep this area of the windshield
IntelliBeam system is enabled. IntelliBeam system is
clear of debris to allow for best
Turning On and Enabling system performance. reactivated. See Headlamp
IntelliBeam High/Low-Beam Changer 0 160
The high-beam headlamps remain and Flash-to-Pass 0 160.
on, under the automatic control,
until one of the following situations The high beams may not turn off
occurs: automatically if the system cannot
detect another vehicle's lamps
. The system detects an because of any of the following:
approaching vehicle's
headlamps. . The other vehicle's lamps are
missing, damaged, obstructed
. The system detects a preceding from view, or otherwise
vehicle's taillamps. undetected.
. The outside light is bright . The other vehicle's lamps are
To enable the IntelliBeam system,
enough that high-beam covered with dirt, snow, and/or
press b on the turn signal lever headlamps are not required. road spray.
when the exterior lamp control is in
. The vehicle's speed drops below . The other vehicle's lamps cannot
the AUTO or 5 position. The blue 20 km/h (12 mph).
high-beam on light appears on the be detected due to dense
instrument cluster when the high . The IntelliBeam system is exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road
beams are on. disabled by the high/low-beam spray, mist, or other airborne
changer or the flash-to-pass obstructions.
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. The vehicle's windshield is dirty, . The exterior lamp control is
cracked, or obstructed by in AUTO.
something that blocks the view . The light sensor determines it is
of the light sensor. daytime.
. The vehicle is loaded such that . The parking brake is released or
the front end points upward, the vehicle is not in P (Park).
causing the light sensor to aim When the high-beam headlamps are
high and not detect headlamps on, this indicator light on the When the DRL are on, the taillamps,
and taillamps. instrument cluster will also be on. sidemarker lamps, and other lamps
will not be on.
. The vehicle is being driven on
winding or hilly roads. Flash-to-Pass The DRL turn off when the
The IntelliBeam system may need to To flash the high beams, pull the headlamps are turned to O or the
be disabled if any of the above turn signal lever all the way toward ignition is off.
conditions exist. you. Then release it.
Automatic Headlamp
Headlamp High/ Daytime Running System
Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) The feature only works on vehicles
3 : Push the turn signal lever If equipped, DRL can make it easier with automatic light control.
toward the instrument panel to for others to see the front of your
When it is dark enough outside and
change the headlamps from low to vehicle during the day. Fully
the exterior lamp control is in the
high beam. functional DRL are required on all
automatic position, the headlamps
vehicles first sold in Canada. The
Pull the turn signal lever toward you come on automatically. See Exterior
vehicle may have dedicated
and release it to return to low-beam Lamp Controls 0 158.
Light-Emitting Diode (LED) DRL.
headlamps.
The DRL will come on when all of
the following conditions are met:
. The ignition is on.
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before the automatic headlamp Hazard Warning Flashers

system changes to the DRL. During
that delay, the instrument cluster
may not be as bright as usual. Make
sure the instrument panel
illumination control is in the full
bright position. See Instrument
Panel Illumination Control 0 163.
Lights On with Wipers
This feature only works on vehicles
with automatic light control.
The vehicle has a light sensor on If the windshield wipers are
top of the instrument panel. Make activated in daylight with the engine
sure it is not covered, or the on, and the exterior lamp control is
headlamps will be on when they are in AUTO, the headlamps, parking | : Press to make the front and
not needed. lamps, and other exterior lamps rear turn signal lamps flash on and
come on. The transition time for the off. This warns others that you are
The system may also turn on the
lamps coming on varies based on having trouble. Press again to turn
headlamps when driving through a
wiper speed. When the wipers are the flashers off.
parking garage or tunnel. If the
not operating, these lamps turn off.
vehicle is started in a dark garage,
the automatic headlamp system Move the exterior lamp control to O
comes on immediately. If it is light or ; to disable this feature.
outside when the vehicle leaves the
garage, there is a slight delay
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162 Lighting
Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition
change, the arrow flashes rapidly or must be on and the exterior lamp
Signals does not come on, a signal bulb control must be in ; or 5.
may be burned out.
9 : Press to turn the fog lamps on
Have any burned out bulbs or off. An indicator light on the
replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, instrument cluster comes on when
check the fuse. See Instrument the fog lamps are on.
Panel Fuse Block 0 298.
Some localities have laws that
Fog Lamps require the headlamps to be on
along with the fog lamps.
Move the lever all the way up or

down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
will flash in the direction of the turn
or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane
change is complete. If the lever is
moved momentarily to the lane
change position, the arrow will flash
three times. If equipped with front fog lamps, the
button is on the exterior lamp
The lever returns to its starting control, on the outboard side of the
position when it is released. steering wheel.
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Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps H : Press to turn the lamps on

automatically when a door is
The courtesy lamps come on
Instrument Panel opened.
automatically when any door is
Illumination Control opened and the dome lamp is in the ' : Press to turn on the dome
door position. lamps.
Dome Lamps Reading Lamps
This feature controls the brightness

of the instrument panel controls and
the infotainment display. The Front Reading Lamps
thumbwheel is next to the exterior
lamp control. ( : Press to turn the lamps off,
even when a door is open.
D : Move the thumbwheel up or
down and hold, to brighten or dim
the instrument panel controls and
infotainment display.
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Lighting Features Exit Lighting

If equipped with automatic light
Entry Lighting control, some exterior lamps come
If equipped with automatic light on at night, or in areas with limited
control, some exterior lamps and lighting, when the key is removed
most of the interior lamps turn on from the ignition. The dome lamps
briefly at night or in areas with also come on when the key is
limited lighting when the Remote removed from the ignition. The
Rear Reading Lamps, If Equipped exterior lamps and dome lamps
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter K remain on after the door is closed
There are front reading lamps on button is pressed. See Remote for a set amount of time, then
the overhead console and rear Keyless Entry (RKE) System automatically turn off.
reading lamps in the headliner, Operation (Key Access) 0 34 or
if equipped. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If equipped with Keyless Access,
System Operation (Keyless Access) the exterior lamps automatically turn
# or $ : Press the button near on when a door is opened after the
each lamp to turn it on or off. 0 36. After about 30 seconds the
exterior lamps turn off, then the ignition is changed to the OFF
dome lamps and remaining interior position. The dome lamps also
lamps dim to off. Entry lighting can come on after the ignition is
be disabled manually by changing changed to the OFF position. See
the ignition out of the OFF position, Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
or by pressing the RKE transmitter 0 212 or Ignition Positions (Key
Q button. Access) 0 210.
This feature can be changed. See The exterior lamps turn off
Vehicle Personalization 0 150. immediately by turning the exterior
lamps control off.
This feature can be changed. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
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Lighting 165
Battery Power Protection

The battery saver feature is
designed to protect the vehicle's
battery.
If some interior lamps are left on
and the ignition is turned off, the
battery rundown protection system
automatically turns the lamp off after
some time.
Exterior Lighting Battery

Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about
10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off, if the parking lamps or
headlamps have been manually left
on. This protects against draining
the battery. To restart the 10-minute
timer, turn the exterior lamp control
to the O or 9 position and then
back to the ; or 2 position.
To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the ignition must be in
the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/
START position.
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166 Infotainment System
Infotainment Phone
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . 180
Introduction
System Bluetooth (Infotainment
Controls) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Infotainment
Apple CarPlay and Base radio information is included in
Introduction Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 this manual. See the infotainment
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . 186 manual for information on other
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 167 available infotainment systems.
Trademarks and License
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Read the following pages to
Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Agreements
Trademarks and License become familiar with these features.
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Radio { Warning
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Satellite Radio (If Taking your eyes off the road for
Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 too long or too often while using
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 any infotainment feature can
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 173 cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
Audio Players give extended attention to
Avoiding Untrusted Media
infotainment tasks while driving.
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Limit your glances at the vehicle
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
displays and focus your attention
on driving. Use voice commands
whenever possible.
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Infotainment System 167
The infotainment system has built-in . Set up the audio by presetting Theft-Deterrent Feature
features intended to help avoid favorite stations, setting the
distraction by disabling some tone, and adjusting the The infotainment system has an
functions when driving. These speakers. electronic security system installed
functions may gray out when they to prevent theft.
. Set up phone numbers in
are unavailable. Many infotainment advance so they can be called The infotainment system only works
features are also available through easily by pressing a single in the vehicle in which it was first
the instrument cluster and steering button or by using a single voice installed, and cannot be used in
wheel controls. command if equipped with another vehicle.
Before driving: Bluetooth phone capability.
. Become familiar with the See Defensive Driving 0 201.
operation, faceplate buttons, and To play the infotainment system with
screen buttons. the ignition off, see Retained
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Overview 1. {
. Press to go to the Home
Page. See Home
Page 0 169.
2. g
. Radio: Press and release to
fast seek the strongest
previous station or channel.
. USB/Music/Pictures: Press
to go to the previous
content. Press and hold to
fast rewind.
3. O
. Press to turn the power on.
. Press and hold to turn the
power off.
. Press to mute/unmute the
system when on.
. Turn to decrease or
increase the volume.
4. d
. Radio: Press and release to
fast seek the next strongest
station or channel.
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. USB/Music/Pictures: Press Home Page Features Climate : If equipped, touch to
to go to the next content. access the Climate menu. See
Press and hold to fast Climate Control Systems (With Air
forward. Conditioning) 0 190 or Climate
Control Systems (With Heater
5. 5 Only) 0 192.
. Press and release to OnStar : If equipped, touch to
access the phone screen, access the OnStar menu. See
answer an incoming call, OnStar Overview 0 383.
or access the device home
screen. Operation
Press { to go to the Home Page.
Home Page Radio Controls
Audio : Touch to select AM, FM,
Touchscreen Buttons SiriusXM (if equipped), USB/iPod/ The infotainment system is operated
Bluetooth Audio, or AUX. by using the pushbuttons, menus
Touchscreen buttons show on the shown on the display, and steering
screen when available. When a Gallery : Touch to view a picture or wheel controls.
function is unavailable, the button movie.
may gray out. When a function is Turning the System On or Off
Phone : Touch to activate the
selected, the button may highlight. phone features (if equipped). See O : Press to turn the radio on.
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) Press and hold to turn the radio off.
0 181 or Bluetooth Automatic Switch-Off
(Overview) 0 180.
If the infotainment system has been
Projection : Touch to access turned on after the ignition is turned
supported devices when connected. off, the system will turn off
See USB Port 0 174. automatically after 10 minutes.
Settings : Touch to access the
Personalization menu. See Vehicle
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Volume Control Custom Tone Settings Radio

O : Turn to increase or decrease. 1. Touch SETTINGS from the
Press when the system is on to home screen. AM-FM Radio
mute and unmute the system. 2. Select Radio.
Playing the Radio
System Settings 3. Select Tone Settings.
Audio Source Menu
Auto Volume . Bass, Midrange, or Treble:
Touch or +. { : Press to go to the Home Page.
This feature automatically adjusts
the radio volume to compensate for . Fader or Balance: Adjust O : Press to turn on, mute,
road and wind noise. the front/rear or left/right or unmute the system. Press and
speakers by dragging the hold to turn off the system.
The level of volume compensation
can be selected, or the feature can dot in the vehicle image on Selecting a Band
be turned off. the screen.
1. Press {.
Tone Settings 4. Touch 3 to go back to the
source screen. 2. Touch AUDIO.
The tone settings can be set for
each radio band and each audio 3. Touch Source.
player source. 4. Select AM, FM, or SXM (if
equipped).
The last station that was playing
starts playing again.
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Selecting a Station Station List 3. Touch and hold any of the

1. From the AM or FM menu, preset buttons to save the
Seek Tuning current radio station to that
touch Menu.
If the radio station is not known: button of the selected
2. Select Station List. favorites page.
Press g or d to automatically
search for available radio stations. 3. Touch Q or R to scroll through To change a preset button, tune to
the list. Touch the station to the new desired radio station and
Direct Tune select it. touch and hold the preset button.
From the AM or FM menu: Menu Satellite Radio (If
1. Touch Tune. Touch to choose between available Equipped)
2. Enter the station number. menus for the current source.
Vehicles with an SXM Satellite
3. Touch Go. Storing a Station as a Favorite Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM
Favorites Stations from all bands can be Satellite Radio subscription can
stored in any order in the favorite receive SiriusXM programming.
1. Touch S or T to scroll through
pages. SiriusXM Satellite Radio
the favorite pages.
Up to 25 stations can be stored. Service
2. Touch the station to select it.
Storing Stations SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
Update Station List based in the 48 contiguous United
To store the station to a position in States and 10 Canadian provinces.
. From the AM or FM menu, touch
the list, touch the corresponding SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide
Menu, then touch Update Station button 15 until a beep is heard.
List. The broadcasting list variety of programming and
updating will begin. 1. Select the desired station. commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
. During the AM or FM 2. Touch S or T to select the During your trial or when you
broadcasting list update, touch desired page of saved subscribe, you will get unlimited
Cancel to stop the updates. favorites. access to SiriusXM Radio Online for
when you are not in the vehicle.
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A service fee is required to receive Selecting a Channel 3. Touch 0 to return to the

the SiriusXM service. If SiriusXM previous menu.
service needs to be reactivated, the Press g or d to seek the previous
radio will display "No Subscription or next channel. Channel List
Please Renew" on channel SXM1. 1. Touch Channel List from the
Using the Preset Buttons
For more information, contact SXM menu. The channel list is
SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or Up to five favorites pages can be displayed.
1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), and saved, and each page can store up
www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079 to five channels. 2. Touch Q or R to find the
(Canada). To change a preset button, tune to desired channel. Touch the
the new desired channel and hold channel to select it.
Listening to SiriusXM Radio
the button. Tone Settings
1. Press {. Listening to Preset Channels 1. Touch Tone Settings. See
2. Touch AUDIO. Tone Settings under
1. Touch S or T repeatedly to Operation 0 169.
3. Touch Source. select the desired
4. Touch SXM and the most favorites page. 2. Touch 0.
recent listened to SiriusXM 2. Touch the preset button to
channel will display. Auto Volume
listen to the channel.
1. Touch Auto Volume. See Auto
Selecting a Category Using the SiriusXM Menu Volume under
From Menu, touch Categories, then Operation 0 169.
Operation
touch the desired category or from
1. Touch MENU on the SXM radio 2. Touch 0.
Categories, touch Q or R to find the
desired channel. Touch the channel screen.
to select it. 2. Touch the menu to select the
desired item or to display the
detail menu item.
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Categories FM out. In addition, traveling or standing

1. Touch Categories. under heavy foliage, bridges,
FM signals only reach about 16 to
garages, or tunnels may cause loss
65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the
2. Touch Q or R to find the radio has a built-in electronic circuit
of the SiriusXM signal for a period
desired category. Touch the of time.
that automatically works to reduce
category to select it. interference, some static can occur, Cell Phone Usage
Explicit Content Filter especially around tall buildings or
hills, causing the sound to fade in Cell phone usage, such as making
When on, only a filtered list of and out. or receiving phone calls, charging,
channels will be received. When off, or just having the phone on may
all regular SXM programming AM cause static interference in the
subscribed to will be received. radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off
The range for most AM stations is
if this happens.
1. Touch SXM Explicit Filter. greater than for FM, especially at
2. Select to enable or disable. night. The longer range can cause
station frequencies to interfere with Multi-Band Antenna
each other. Static can occur when The multi-band antenna is on the
Radio Reception things like storms and power lines roof of the vehicle. The antenna is
Frequency interference and static interfere with radio reception. When used for OnStar, the SiriusXM
can occur during normal radio this happens, try reducing the treble Satellite Radio Service System, and
reception if items such as mobile on the radio. GPS (Global Positioning System),
phone chargers, vehicle if the vehicle has these features.
convenience accessories, and SiriusXM Satellite Radio Keep the antenna clear of
external electronic devices are Service obstructions for clear reception.
plugged into the accessory power SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it is
outlet. If there is interference or gives digital radio reception from open, reception can also be
static, unplug the item from the coast to coast in the 48 contiguous affected.
accessory power outlet. United States, and in Canada. Just
as with FM, tall buildings or hills can
interfere with satellite radio signals,
causing the sound to fade in and
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Audio Players USB Supported Devices USB Supported File and Folder
Structure
. USB Flash Drives
Avoiding Untrusted Media . Portable USB Hard Drives The infotainment system supports:
Devices Not all iPods and USB drives are
. FAT16
When using media devices such as compatible with the USB port. . FAT32
CDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray Discs, SD Make sure the iPod has the latest . exFAT
cards, USB drives, and mobile firmware from Apple for proper
devices, consider the source. operation. iPod firmware can be Connecting a USB Storage
Untrusted media devices could updated using the latest iTunes Device or iPod/iPhone
contain files that affect system application. See www.apple.com/ To connect a USB storage device,
operation or performance. Avoid use itunes. connect the device to the USB port.
if the content or origin cannot be
trusted. For help with identifying your iPod, To connect an iPod/iPhone, connect
go to www.apple.com/support. one end of the devices cable to the
USB Port The USB port can play both lower iPod/iPhone and the other end to
and upper case .mp3, .wma, .ogg, the USB port.
Using the USB Port and .wav files stored on a USB The iPod/iPhone charges while it is
The infotainment system can play storage device. connected to the vehicle if the
music by connecting an auxiliary Supported Apple Devices vehicle is in ACC/ACCESSORY or
device to the USB port. ON/RUN. See Ignition Positions
To view supported devices in the (Keyless Access) 0 212 or Ignition
USB Support U.S., see www.my.chevrolet.com Positions (Key Access) 0 210.
This vehicle may have two USB \learned. When the vehicle is turned off, the
ports. One port in the center To view supported devices in iPod/iPhone automatically powers
console for data and charging and Canada, see off and will not charge or draw
one in the rear of the center console www.chevroletowner.ca. power from the vehicle's battery.
for charging only. External devices
such as iPhones/iPods and USB To view supported devices in
storage devices may be connected. Mexico, see your dealer.
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For more information on USB Using USB Storage Devices and . Some USB storage device files
usage, see Audio System an iPod/iPhone may not be compatible.
Information following. . Use a USB or flash memory type . Up to two USB devices and one
Audio System Information storage device. Do not connect iPod can be played through a
using a USB adaptor. USB hub. All devices may not be
The infotainment system can play supported, depending on the
the music files contained in the USB . Do not connect and reconnect
the USB device repeatedly in a performance of the USB hub.
storage device or iPod/iPhone If there is not enough power
products. short time, as this may cause
static electricity and problems supply, it may not operate
Using MP3/WMA/OGG/WAV Files using the device. normally.
. Music files with .mp3, .wma, . Use a USB device with a metal . Do not disconnect the USB
.ogg, and .wav file name connecting terminal. storage device while it is playing.
extensions can be played. This may cause damage to the
. Connection with i-Stick Type product or affect the
. MP3 files that can be played: Bit USB storage devices may be performance of the USB device.
rate: 8 kbps to 320 kbps. faulty due to vehicle vibration.
Sampling frequency: 48 kHz, . Disconnect the USB storage
44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, . Do not touch the USB device when the ignition is
22.05 kHz, and 16 kHz. connecting terminal. turned off. If the ignition is turned
. Files with a bit rate above . Only USB storage devices on while the USB device is
formatted in FAT16/32 or exFAT connected, the USB device may
128 kbps will result in higher
file systems are recognized. be damaged or may not operate
quality sound.
NTFS and other file systems are normally.
. ID3 Tag information for MP3 not recognized. . USB storage devices can only
files, such as the album name
. The time it takes to process files be connected for playing music,
and the artist, can be played.
will depend on the USB storage viewing photo files,
. To display album title, track title, device type and capacity, and or upgrading.
and artist information, the file the type of files stored.
should be compatible with the
ID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats.
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. Do not use the USB terminal to . Only connect the iPod/iPhone
charge USB accessory with connection cables
equipment. The heat generated supported by iPod/iPhone
may cause performance issues products. Other connection
or damage. cables cannot be used.
. Music files to which Digital Right . The iPod/iPhone may be
Management (DRM) is applied damaged if it is connected to the
cannot be played. vehicle with the ignition on.
. USB storage device that are in When not in use, disconnect the . Refer to the table for the
capacity with a limit of 5,000 iPod/iPhone.
classification items related to the
files, such as music, photo, . When the iPod/iPhone is search function provided by the
video, 15 stages of folder connected to the USB port by iPod/iPhone.
structure. Normal usage cannot using the iPod/iPhone cable, the
be guaranteed for a storage Bluetooth music is not USB Player
device that exceeds this limit. supported. Playing Music from a USB Device
The iPod/iPhone can play all . The iPod/iPhone playback . Connect the USB device to the
music files that are supported. functions and the information USB port.
The music file lists will only displayed may be different when
display up to 5,000 files on the . Play will start automatically after
played on the infotainment
screen. These files are sorted in the system has finished reading
system.
alphabetical order. the USB device.
. Some iPod/iPhone product . If a non-readable USB device is
models may not support the connected, an error message
connectivity or functionality of displays and the system will
this product. switch to the previous audio
function.
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Changing to Next/Previous Files

. Touch l to change to the
next file.
. Touch g within five seconds of
the playback time to play the
previous file.
Returning to the Beginning of the
If the USB device is already Current File . Touch the desired menu.
connected: Touch g after five seconds of the Browse Music
. Press {. playback time. 1. Touch Browse Music.
. Touch AUDIO. Scanning Forward or Backward 2. Touch the desired music.
. Touch Source. Touch and hold g or l during Tone Settings
. Touch USB. playback to rewind or fast forward.
. Touch Tone Settings. The Tone
Release the button to resume
To stop the USB device and select playback at normal speed. Settings menu is displayed. See
another media source, touch Tone Settings under Radio
Source, then select the other Playing a File Randomly Controls in Operation 0 169.
source. Touch Z during playback. Auto Volume
To remove the USB device, select . ON: Plays all files randomly. . Touch Auto Volume. The Auto
another function, then remove the Volume menu is displayed. See
USB device. . OFF: Returns to normal Auto Volume under Radio
playback. Controls in Operation 0 169.
Pause
Using the USB Music Menu Traffic Program (If Equipped)
. Touch j to pause. . Touch Menu during playback. . Touch On or Off.
. Touch r to resume.
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MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) If the iPod/iPhone is already Returning to the Beginning of the
. Connect an MTP supported connected: Current File
device. 1. Press {. Touch g after two seconds of the
. Play will start automatically after 2. Touch AUDIO. playback time.
the system has finished reading Scanning Forward or Backward
the MTP device. 3. Touch Source.
. If a non-readable MTP device is 4. Touch iPod. Touch and hold g or l during
connected, an error message playback to rewind or fast forward.
To stop the device and select Release the button to resume
displays and the system will another media source, touch
switch to the previous audio playback at normal speed.
Source, then select the other
function. source. Playing a File Randomly
iPod/iPhone Player To remove the device, select Touch Z during playback.
This feature is limited to models another function, then remove the
. ON: Plays all files randomly.
supporting the iPod/iPhone device.
. OFF: Returns to normal
connection. Pause
playback.
Playing Music Files . Touch j to pause. Using the iPod Menu
. Connect the iPod/iPhone to the
. Touch r to resume. . Touch Menu during playback.
USB port.
. Play will start from the previously Changing to Next/Previous Song . Touch the appropriate
played point after the system play mode.
. Touch l to change to the
has finished reading the USB next song. Browse Music
device.
1. Touch Browse Music.
. If a non-readable USB device is . Touch g within two seconds of
the playback time to play the 2. Touch the desired music.
connected, an error message
displays and the system will previous file.
switch to the previous audio
function.
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Tone Settings 2. Touch the screen to open to full Enlarging a Picture

. Touch Tone Settings. The Tone screen. Touch the screen again
to return to the previous Touch x from the picture screen.
Settings menu is displayed. See
Tone Settings under Radio screen. Using the USB Picture Menu
Controls in Operation 0 169. If the USB device is already 1. Touch MENU from the picture
Auto Volume connected: screen.
. Touch Auto Volume. The Auto 1. Press {. 2. Touch the appropriate menu:
Volume menu is displayed. See 2. Touch GALLERY. . Slide Show Time: Allows
Auto Volume under Radio selection of the slide show
Controls in Operation 0 169. Some features are disabled while
the vehicle is in motion. interval.
Picture System Information . Clock, Temp. Display:
Viewing a Slide Show Allows selection of On or
The infotainment system can view
picture files stored on a USB 1. Touch z from the picture Off to show the clock and
storage device and devices that screen. temperature on the full
support Media Transfer screen.
2. Touch the screen to cancel the
Protocol (MTP). slide show during the slide . Display Settings: Adjusts
. Supported file extensions: .jpg, show playback. for Brightness and Contrast.
.bmp, .png, .gif. 3. Touch 0 to exit.
Viewing a Previous or Next
. Animated GIF files are not Picture
supported.
Touch S or T from the picture
. Some files may not operate due screen.
to a different recording format or
the condition of the file. Rotating a Picture
Viewing Pictures Touch w from the picture screen.
1. Connect the USB device to the
USB port.
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.
Phone Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle.
The system may not work with
information about compatible
phones in the U.S. and
all cell phones. See Pairing Canada only.
Bluetooth (Overview) later in this section. There may be restrictions on using
If equipped with Bluetooth Bluetooth wireless technology in
capability, the system can interact { Warning some locations.
with many Bluetooth phones, PDAs,
or other devices to: When using a cell phone, it can Due to the variety of Bluetooth
be distracting to look too long or devices and their firmware versions,
. Place and receive hands-free the device may respond differently
calls. too often at the screen of the
phone or the infotainment system. when performing over Bluetooth.
. Transmit hands-free data. Taking your eyes off the road too Refer to the cell phone
. Play audio streaming files. long or too often could cause a manufacturers user guide for
crash resulting in injury or death. questions about the phone's
The device must be paired first. See Bluetooth functionality.
Pairing later in this section. Focus your attention on driving.
To minimize driver distraction, Bluetooth Controls

before driving, and with the vehicle Vehicles with a Bluetooth system For vehicles equipped with
parked: can use a Bluetooth-capable cell Bluetooth capability, use the buttons
phone with a Hands-Free Profile to on the infotainment system and the
. Become familiar with the make and receive phone calls. The
features of the cell phone. steering wheel to operate the
infotainment system is used to system.
Organize the phone book and control the system. The system can
contact lists clearly and delete be used while in ACC/ACCESSORY
duplicate or rarely used entries. or ON/RUN. See Ignition Positions
If possible, program speed dial (Keyless Access) 0 212 or Ignition
or other shortcuts. Positions (Key Access) 0 210. Not
. Review the controls and all phones support all functions and
operation of the infotainment not all phones work with the
system. Bluetooth system. See
www.gm.com/bluetooth for more
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Steering Wheel Controls Bluetooth (Infotainment . Pairing only needs to be

completed once, unless the
Controls) pairing information on the cell
To use infotainment controls to phone changes or the cell phone
access the menu system, see is deleted from the system.
Overview 0 168. . Only one paired cell phone can
Pairing be connected to the Bluetooth
system at a time.
A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
must be paired to the Bluetooth . If multiple paired cell phones are
system and then connected to the within range of the system, the
vehicle before it can be used. See system connects to the first
your cell phone manufacturer's user available paired cell phone in the
guide for Bluetooth functions before order that they were first paired.
pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth When the Bluetooth device and
g : Press to interact with Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be infotainment system are
or OnStar, if equipped. See made using OnStar Hands-Free successfully paired, the phone book
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) Calling, if available. See OnStar is downloaded automatically. This is
0 181 or Bluetooth (Overview) 0 180 Overview 0 383. dependent on the type of phone
or OnStar Overview 0 383. Pairing Information paired. If the automatic download
does not occur, proceed with the
c : Press to decline an incoming . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 phone book download on the
call or end a current call. Press to capability cannot be paired to phone.
mute or unmute the infotainment the vehicle as a phone and an
system when not on a call. MP3 player at the same time. Pairing a Phone SSP and No
Paired Device
. Up to 10 cell phones can be
paired to the Bluetooth system. When there is no paired device on
the infotainment system and Simple
. The pairing process is disabled Secure Pairing (SSP) is supported:
when the vehicle is moving.
1. Press {.
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2. Touch PHONE, press 5 on the 4. Touch the desired device to Pairing a Phone No SSP and No
pair. When the Bluetooth Paired Device
faceplate, or press g on the
device and infotainment system When there is no paired device on
steering wheel without OnStar.
are successfully paired, Z / 5 the infotainment system and SSP is
3. Touch Search Device. is displayed on the pair device not supported:
4. Touch the desired device to screen. If no desired device is
pair on the searched list available go to Step 5. 1. Press {.
screen. 5. Touch Search Device to search 2. Touch PHONE, press 5 on the
5. Touch Yes on the pop-up for the desired device. faceplate, or press g on the
screen of the Bluetooth device 6. Touch the desired device to steering wheel without OnStar.
and infotainment system. pair on the searched list 3. Touch Search Device.
6. When the Bluetooth device and screen.
infotainment system are 4. Touch the desired device to
7. Touch Yes on the pop-up pair on the searched list
successfully paired, the phone screen of the Bluetooth device
screen is displayed on the screen.
and infotainment system.
infotainment system. 5. Input the Personal
. The connected phone is
Pairing a Phone SSP and Paired Identification Number (PIN)
highlighted by 5. code (default: 1234) to the
Device
Bluetooth device. When the
When a paired device is on the . Z / 5 indicates the hands-free Bluetooth device and
infotainment system and SSP is and phone music functions are infotainment system are
supported: enabled. successfully paired, the
. 5 indicates only the hands-free PHONE screen is displayed on
1. Press {. the infotainment system.
function is enabled.
2. Touch SETTINGS. When the connection fails, a failure
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
. Z indicates only Bluetooth message is displayed on the
Management. music is enabled. infotainment system.
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If a Bluetooth device was previously 6. Touch the desired device to 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
connected, the infotainment system pair on the searched list Management.
executes the auto connection. screen. 4. Touch the device to be
However, if the Bluetooth setting on 7. Input the Personal connected.
the Bluetooth device is turned off, a Identification Number (PIN)
failure message is displayed on the code (default: 1234) to the Checking the Bluetooth
infotainment system. Connection
Bluetooth device. When the
Pairing a Phone No SSP and Bluetooth device and 1. Press {.
Paired Device infotainment system are
2. Touch SETTINGS.
When a paired device is on the successfully paired, Z / 5 is
infotainment system and SSP is not displayed on the pair device 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
supported: screen. Management.
. The connected phone is 4. The paired device will show.
1. Press {.
highlighted by 5. Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device
2. Touch SETTINGS.
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
. Z / 5 indicates the hands-free 1. Press {.
Management. and phone music functions are
2. Touch SETTINGS.
enabled.
4. Touch the desired device to 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
pair. When the Bluetooth . 5 indicates only the hands-free Management.
device and infotainment system function is enabled.
4. Touch the name of the device
are successfully paired, Z / 5 . Z indicates only Bluetooth to be disconnected.
is displayed on the pair device music is enabled.
screen. If no desired device is 5. Touch Disconnect.
available go to Step 5. Connecting a Paired Bluetooth Deleting a Bluetooth Device
Device
5. Touch Search Device to search
1. Press {.
for the desired device. 1. Press {.
2. Touch SETTINGS.
2. Touch SETTINGS.
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3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device . Bluetooth music can be played Pause

Management. only when a Bluetooth device
has been connected. To play Touch j to pause.
4. Touch the device to delete.
Bluetooth music, connect the Touch r to resume.
5. Touch Y. Bluetooth phone to the
infotainment system. Playing the Next Song
6. Touch Delete.
. If the Bluetooth device is Touch l.
Bluetooth Music disconnected while playing
Before playing Bluetooth music, phone music, the music is Playing the Previous Song
read the following information: discontinued. The audio
Touch g within two seconds of
streaming function may not be
. A cell phone or Bluetooth device playback time to play the
supported in some Bluetooth
that supports Advanced Audio phones. Only one function can previous song.
Distribution Profile (A2DP) be used at a time between the
versions over 1.2 must be Returning to the Beginning of the
Bluetooth hands-free or Phone Current Song
registered and connected to the music function. For example,
product. if you convert to Bluetooth Touch g after two seconds of
. From the cell phone or Bluetooth hands-free while playing Phone playback time.
device, find the Bluetooth device music, the music is Search
type to set/connect the item as a discontinued. Playing music from
stereo headset. the car is not possible when Touch and hold g or l to rewind
there are no music files stored in or fast forward.
. e will appear on the screen if the cell phone.
the stereo headset is Playing Music Randomly
successfully connected. Playing Bluetooth Music
Touch Z during playback. Touch
. The sound played by the 1. Press {. again to return to normal play.
Bluetooth device is delivered
through the infotainment system. 2. Touch AUDIO. This function may not be supported
3. Touch Source. depending on the Bluetooth device.
4. Touch Bluetooth.
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Do not change the track too quickly . The infotainment system outputs the devices factory-provided
when playing Bluetooth music. the audio from the cell phone or USB cable. Aftermarket or
Conditions that may occur when Bluetooth device as it is third-party cables may
playing Bluetooth music: transmitted. not work.
. It takes time to transmit data The PROJECTION icon on the
Apple CarPlay and Home Page will change to Android
from the Bluetooth device to the
infotainment system. Android Auto Auto or Apple CarPlay depending
on the phone. Android Auto and/or
. If the cell phone or Bluetooth If equipped, Android Auto and/or
Apple CarPlay may automatically
device is not in the waiting Apple CarPlay capability may be
launch upon USB connection. If not,
screen mode, it may not available through a compatible
touch the ANDROID AUTO and/or
automatically play. smartphone. If available, a
APPLE CARPLAY icon on the
PROJECTION icon will appear as
. The infotainment system Home Page to launch.
Android Auto or Car Play on the
transmits the order to play from Home Page of the infotainment For further information on how
the Bluetooth device in the display. to set up Android Auto and Apple
Bluetooth music play mode. CarPlay in the vehicle, see
If this is done in a different To use Android Auto and/or Apple
www.my.chevrolet.com for U.S. and
mode, then the device transmits CarPlay:
Canada only or Customer
the order to stop. Depending on 1. Download the Android Auto Assistance Offices 0 371.
the Bluetooth device options, app to your phone from the
this order to play/stop may take Android Auto is provided by Google
Google Play store. There is
time to activate. and is subject to Googles terms
no app required for Apple
and privacy policy. CarPlay is
. If the Bluetooth music playback CarPlay. Use the latest
provided by Apple and is subject to
is not functioning, then check to available operation system.
Apples terms and privacy policy.
see if the Bluetooth device is in 2. Connect your Android phone or For Android Auto support see
the waiting screen mode. Apple iPhone by using the https://support.google.com/
. Sounds may be cut off during compatible phone USB cable androidauto or Apple CarPlay
the Bluetooth music playback. and plugging into a USB data support at https://www.apple.com/
port. For best performance, use ios/carplay/. Apple or Google may
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change or suspend availability at . End a call. 2. Touch 0 again to switch back

any time. Android Auto is a . Decline a call. to hands-free.
trademark of Google Inc.; Apple
CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. . Cancel an operation. Turning the Microphone On
. Make outgoing calls using the and Off
Hands-Free Phone call list. Touch 3 to turn the microphone on
General Information g : Press to answer incoming calls. or off.
Vehicles with a Hands-Free Phone c : Press to end a call, decline a Calling by Redial
system can use a Bluetooth-capable call, or cancel an operation. To call by using redial:
cell phone with a hands-free profile Making a Call by Entering a Phone
to make and receive phone calls. . Press g on the steering wheel
Number
The infotainment system and voice controls to display the redial
control are used to operate the . Press 5 on the faceplate. guidance screen.
system. Not all phones support all
functions and not all phones work . Press {, then touch PHONE on . Touch 5 on the phone screen.
with the Hands-Free Phone system. the screen. Redialing is not possible when there
. Press g on the steering wheel. is no call history.
Hands-Free Phone Controls
Use the buttons on the infotainment If a wrong number is entered, touch Taking Calls
system and the steering wheel to } to delete the number one digit at When a phone call comes through
operate the Hands-Free Phone a time, or touch and hold } to the connected Bluetooth cell phone,
system. delete all digits of the number. the audio system will be muted or
paused and the phone will ring with
Steering Wheel Controls Switching a Call to the Cell Phone the relevant information displayed.
Steering wheel controls can be (Private Mode)
used to: Press g on the steering wheel
To switch the call from the cell
. Answer incoming calls. phone to hands-free: controls, touch 5 on the screen,
or press 5 on the faceplate.
. Confirm system information. 1. Touch 0.
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To decline the call, press c on the 4. Touch the phone book entry To search for the name Alex:
steering wheel controls or touch to call. 1. Touch (abc) to select the first
Reject on the screen. 5. If there is more than one character.
Using the Contacts Menu number associated with the 2. Touch (jkl) three times to select
name, touch the number the second character.
1. Touch contacts on the phone to dial.
screen. 3. Touch (def) two times to select
When the Bluetooth device and the third character.
2. Touch Q or R to scroll through infotainment system are
the list. successfully paired, the phone book 4. Touch (wxy) two times to select
will download. Some phones may the fourth character.
3. Touch the phone book entry not download automatically. If this
to call. Making a Call from Call History
happens, connect it again or
4. If there is more than one proceed with the phone book 1. Touch Call History on the
number associated with the download on the phone. phone screen.
name, touch the number 2. Touch one of the following for:
Searching for a Name
to dial.
Select characters by using the . W All calls history.
Searching for Contacts Entries keypad on the phone book screen.
1. Touch contacts on the phone As characters are selected, the . [ Dialed calls.
screen. names that include those characters . Y Missed calls.
will display on the phone book
2. Touch 9 on the contacts screen. As more characters of the . X Received calls.
screen. name are entered, the list of
possible names is shortened. 3. Select the contact entry to call.
3. Use the keypad to input the
name to search. For details,
see Searching for a Name
following.
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Making a Call with Speed Dial Trademarks and DivX, DivX Certified and
Numbers associated logos are trademarks of
Touch and hold the speed dial
License Agreements Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries
number using the keypad on the and are used under license.
FCC Information
phone screen.
See Radio Frequency
Only speed dial numbers already Statement 0 379.
stored on the cell phone can be
used for speed dial calls. Up to Bluetooth
two-digit speed dial numbers are The Bluetooth word mark and logos
supported. are owned by the Bluetooth SIG,
For two-digit speed dial numbers, Inc. and any use of such marks by
General Motors is under license. Made for iPod and Made for
press and hold the second digit to iPhone mean that an electronic
make a call to the speed dial Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners. accessory has been designed to
number. connect specifically to iPod or
iPhone and has been certified by
the developer to meet Apple
performance standards.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
DivX Certified to play DivX video,
including premium content.
Covered by one or more of the
following U.S. patents: 7,295,673;
7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274.
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Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, patent rights, copyrights, and trade Libjpeg
taxes, one time activation fee, and secrets of Digital Voice The navigation software is based in
other fees may apply. Subscription Systems, Inc. part on the work of the independent
fee is consumer only. All fees and General Requirements: JPEG Group.
programming subject to change.
Subscriptions subject to Customer 1. A License Agreement from
Agreement available at SiriusXM is required for any
www.siriusxm.com or product that incorporates
www.siriusxm.ca. SiriusXM service SiriusXM Technology and/or for
only available in the 48 contiguous use of any of the SiriusXM
United States and Canada. marks to be manufactured,
distributed, or marketed in the
In Canada: Some deterioration of SiriusXM Service Area.
service may occur in extreme
northern latitudes. This is beyond 2. For products to be distributed,
the control of SiriusXM Satellite marketed, and/or sold in
Radio. Canada, a separate agreement
is required with Canadian
It is prohibited to copy, decompile, Satellite Radio Inc. (operating
disassemble, reverse engineer, as SiriusXM Canada).
hack, manipulate, or otherwise
make available any technology or FreeType 2
software incorporated in receivers Portions of this software are
compatible with the SiriusXM
copyright 2007-2012 The
Satellite Radio System or that
support the SiriusXM website, the FreeType Project
Online Service or any of its content. (www.freetype.org). All rights
Furthermore, the AMBER voice reserved.
compression software included in
this product is protected by
intellectual property rights including
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190 Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (With Air Conditioning)

Climate Control Systems (With The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
Air Conditioning) . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 controlled with this system.
Climate Control Systems (With
Heater Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Automatic Climate Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 8. Recirculation
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 9 : Turn to increase or decrease
4. Defrost the fan speed.
5. TEMP (Temperature Control) Temperature Control : Turn to

increase or decrease the
6. Heated Front Seats (If temperature.
Equipped)
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Climate Controls 191
Air Delivery Mode Control : Press Air Conditioning If equipped with heated outside
to change the direction of the rearview mirrors, they turn on when
A/C : Press to turn the air
airflow. The indicator light in the the rear window defogger button is
conditioning on or off. If the fan is
button will turn on. The current on and help to clear fog or frost from
turned off or the outside
mode appears in the display screen. the surface of the mirrors. See
temperature falls below freezing, the
To change the current mode, select Heated Mirrors 0 54.
air conditioning compressor will
one of the following: not work.
Caution
Y : Air is directed to the instrument L : Press to turn on the
panel outlets. recirculation. An indicator light Do not use a razor blade or sharp
\ : Air is directed to the instrument comes on. Air is recirculated inside object to clear the inside rear
panel outlets and the floor outlets. the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool window. Do not adhere anything
the air inside the vehicle and reduce to the defogger grid lines in the
[ : Air is directed to the floor the entry of outside air and odors. rear glass. These actions may
outlets.
Rear Window Defogger damage the rear defogger.
- : Clears the windows of fog or Repairs would not be covered by
moisture. Air is directed to the 1 : Press to turn the rear window the vehicle warranty.
windshield and floor outlets. defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button comes on to show that
0 : Clears the windshield of fog or the rear window defogger is on. M or L : If equipped, press to turn
frost more quickly. Air is directed to the heated seats on or off. See
the windshield and side window The defogger only works when the
Heated Front Seats 0 64.
outlets. ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger
turns off if the ignition is in the ACC/
For best results, clear all snow and
ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
ice from the windshield before
position.
defrosting.
Do not drive the vehicle until all
windows are clear.
windows are clear.
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Climate Control Systems (With Heater Only) [ : Air is directed to the floor
outlets.
If equipped, the heating, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
controlled with this system. - : Clears the windows of fog or
moisture. Air is directed to the
windshield and floor outlets.
0 : Clears the windshield of fog or
frost more quickly. Air is directed to
the windshield and side window
outlets.
For best results, clear all snow and
ice from the windshield before
defrosting.
windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
1. Fan Control Air Delivery Mode Control : Press 1 : Press to turn the rear window
2. Defrost to change the direction of the defogger on or off. An indicator light
airflow. The indicator light in the on the button comes on to show that
3. Rear Window Defogger button will turn on. The current the rear window defogger is on.
4. TEMP (Temperature Control) mode appears in the display screen.
The defogger only works when the
5. Air Delivery Mode Controls To change the current mode, select ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger
one of the following: turns off if the ignition is in the ACC/
9 : Turn to increase or decrease ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
the fan speed. Y : Air is directed to the instrument
panel outlets. position.
TEMP : Turn to increase or Do not drive the vehicle until all
decrease the temperature. \ : Air is directed to the instrument
panel outlets and the floor outlets. windows are clear.
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If equipped with heated outside Automatic Climate Control System

rearview mirrors, they turn on when
the rear window defogger button is If equipped, the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
on and help to clear fog or frost from controlled with this system.
the surface of the mirrors. See
Heated Mirrors 0 54.
Caution
Do not use a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear
window. Do not adhere anything
to the defogger grid lines in the
rear glass. These actions may
damage the rear defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.
2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 9. Recirculation
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 10. Power
4. Defrost Automatic Operation
5. Temperature Control The system automatically controls
6. A/C (Air Conditioning) or the fan speed, air delivery, air
(Comfort/Eco Air Conditioning, conditioning, and recirculation in
If Equipped) order to heat or cool the vehicle to
the desired temperature.
7. Heated Front Seats (If
Equipped)
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When AUTO is lit, all four functions Fan Control : Turn the knob 0 : Clears the windshield of fog or
operate automatically. Each function clockwise or counterclockwise to frost more quickly. Air is directed to
can also be manually set and the increase or decrease the fan speed. the windshield.
setting is displayed. Functions not The selected fan speed is indicated
manually set will continue to be by a number on the display screen. For best results, clear all snow and
automatically controlled, even if the Press AUTO to return to automatic ice from the windshield before
AUTO indicator is not lit. operation. defrosting.
For automatic operation: Air Delivery Mode Controls : Do not drive the vehicle until all
Press to change the direction of the windows are clear.
1. Press AUTO.
airflow. The indicator light in the A/C (Air Conditioning) : Press to
2. Set the temperature. Allow the button will turn on. The current turn the air conditioning on or off.
system time to stabilize. Then mode appears in the display screen. If the fan is turned off or the outside
adjust the temperature as Automatic operation is canceled and temperature falls below freezing, the
needed for best comfort. manual mode is initiated. Press air conditioning will not work.
To improve fuel efficiency and to AUTO to return to automatic
A/C (Comfort/Eco Air
cool the vehicle faster, recirculation operation.
Conditioning) (For Start/Stop
may be automatically selected in To change the current mode, select Vehicles) : Press to cycle between
warm weather. The recirculation one of the following: the comfort, eco, and off air
light will not come on. Press h to Y : Air is directed to the instrument conditioning modes. The indicator
select recirculation; press it again to panel outlets. will be lit in comfort and eco modes,
select outside air. and turns off in the off air
\ : Air is divided between the conditioning mode. If the fan is
To change English units to metric instrument panel outlets and the turned off, the air conditioner will not
units, see Cluster Menu then floor outlets. run and the indicator light will
Units under Instrument
Cluster 0 116. [ : Air is directed to the floor turn off.
outlets.
Manual Operation
- : Clears the windows of fog or
O : Press to turn the climate control moisture. Air is directed to the
system on or off. windshield and floor outlets.
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Press AUTO to return to automatic L : Press to turn on Rear Window Defogger

operation and the air conditioner recirculation. An indicator light
runs automatically as needed. With
= : Press to turn the rear window
comes on. Air is recirculated to defogger on or off. An indicator light
Stop/Start vehicles, the A/C will quickly cool the inside of the vehicle on the button comes on to show that
return to the last selected a/c mode. and reduce the entry of outside air the rear window defogger is on.
For comfort a/c, press A/C. The and odors.
The defogger only works when the
indicator will turn amber. This Automatic Air Recirculation : ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger
setting limits Auto Stops to ensure When the AUTO indicator light is turns off if the ignition is in the ACC/
cabin comfort is maintained and on, the air is automatically ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
reduces the likelihood of window recirculated as needed to help position.
fogging. quickly cool the inside of the
vehicle. The rear window defogger can be
For eco a/c, press A/C again. The
set to automatic operation. See
indicator will turn green. This setting Auto Defog : The climate control Climate and Air Quality under
balances fuel economy and air system may have a sensor to Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
conditioning comfort. In warm automatically detect high humidity When Auto Rear Defog is selected,
weather conditions, Auto Stops may inside the vehicle. When high the rear window defogger turns on
occur more frequently and the humidity is detected, the climate automatically when the interior
vehicle interior may be warmer as control system may adjust to temperature is cold and the outside
compared to the comfort air outside air supply and turn on the temperature is about 5 C (40 F)
conditioning setting. This setting air conditioner. If the climate control and below. The auto rear defogger
allows higher humidity inside the system does not detect possible turns off automatically. At higher
vehicle and window fogging before window fogging, it returns to normal speeds, the rear window defogger
the engine restarts. Pressing 0 operation. To turn Auto Defog may stay on continuously.
during an Auto Stop will restart the off or on, see Climate and Air
engine to prevent window fogging. Quality under Vehicle
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If equipped with heated outside Remote Start Climate Control Sensors

mirrors, they turn on when the rear Operation : If the vehicle is
The solar sensor, on top of the
window defogger button is on and equipped with the remote vehicle
instrument panel near the
help to clear fog or frost from the start feature, the climate control
windshield, monitors the solar heat.
surface of the mirrors. See Heated system may run when the vehicle is
Mirrors 0 54. started remotely with settings The climate control system uses the
according to ambient conditions. sensor information to adjust the
Caution The rear defog may come on during temperature, fan speed,
remote start based on cold ambient recirculation, and air delivery mode
Do not try to clear frost or other conditions. The rear defog indicator for best comfort.
material from the inside of the light does not come on during a If the sensor is covered, the
front windshield and rear window remote start. If the vehicle has front automatic climate control system
with a razor blade or anything heated seats, they may come on may not work properly.
else that is sharp. This may during a remote start. The heated
damage the rear window seat indicator lights do not come on
defogger grid and affect the during a remote start. See Remote
Vehicle Start 0 42 and Heated Front
radio's ability to pick up stations
Seats 0 64.
clearly. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
M or L : If equipped, press to turn

the heated seats on or off. See
Heated Front Seats 0 64.
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Air Vents Additional air vents are located

beneath the windshield, driver and
Maintenance
Adjustable air vents are in the passenger side door windows, and
center and on the side of the in the footwells. These are fixed and Passenger Compartment
instrument panel. cannot be adjusted. Air Filter
Operation Tips The filter reduces dust, pollen, and
. Clear away any ice, snow, other airborne irritants from outside
air that is pulled into the vehicle.
or leaves from air inlets at the
The filter should be replaced as part
base of the windshield that could
of routine scheduled maintenance.
block the flow of air into the
See Maintenance Schedule 0 352.
vehicle.
. Keep the path under the front See your dealer regarding
replacement of the filter.
seats clear of objects to help
circulate the air inside of the
vehicle more effectively. Service
. Use of non-GM approved hood All vehicles have a label underhood
deflectors can adversely affect that identifies the refrigerant used in
Move the slats (1) to change the the performance of the system. the vehicle. The refrigerant system
direction of the airflow. Check with your dealer before should only be serviced by trained
Use the thumbwheels (2) near the adding equipment to the outside and certified technicians. The air
air vents to open or close off the of the vehicle. conditioning evaporator should
airflow. never be repaired or replaced by
one from a salvage vehicle.
It should only be replaced by a new
evaporator to ensure proper and
safe operation.
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During service, all refrigerants

should be reclaimed with proper
equipment. Venting refrigerants
directly to the atmosphere is harmful
to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite,
or other health-based concerns.
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Driving and Operating 199
Driving and Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
220
221
Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Operating Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Driver Assistance Systems
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 239
Assistance Systems for
Driving Information Engine Exhaust Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 240
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Assistance Systems for
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Running the Vehicle While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 201 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Diesel Particulate Filter Side Blind Zone
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . 222 Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 245
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . . 223 Lane Departure
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 203 Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 204 Automatic Transmission Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . 247
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 228
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 206 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Fuel
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Fuel (Gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Manual Transmission California Fuel Requirements
Starting and Operating Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 231 (Gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 210 Fuels in Foreign Countries
Ignition Positions (Key Brakes (Gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Antilock Brake Fuel Additives (Gasoline) . . . . . 250
Ignition Positions (Keyless System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Fuel for Diesel Engines . . . . . . . 250
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 What Fuel to Use in the U.S.
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 (Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 What Fuel to Use in Canada
Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic (Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
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200 Driving and Operating
Cold Weather Operation .

(Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle
features before driving, such as
Water in Fuel (Diesel) . . . . . . . . 255 programming favorite radio
Running Out of Fuel Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate
(Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Distraction comes in many forms control and seat settings.
Fuel Filter Replacement and can take your focus from the Program all trip information into
(Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 task of driving. Exercise good any navigation device prior to
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 judgment and do not let other driving.
Filling a Portable Fuel activities divert your attention away . Wait until the vehicle is parked
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 from the road. Many local to retrieve items that have fallen
Trailer Towing governments have enacted laws to the floor.
General Towing regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in . Stop or park the vehicle to tend
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 to children.
your area.
Conversions and Add-Ons To avoid distracted driving, always . Keep pets in an appropriate
Add-On Electrical keep your eyes on the road, hands carrier or restraint.
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 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 infotainment section for Average driver reaction time is

more information on using that { Warning about three-quarters of a second. In
system and the navigation system, that time, a vehicle moving at
if equipped, including pairing and Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m
using a cell phone. dangerous. Your reflexes, (66 ft), which could be a lot of
perceptions, attentiveness, and distance in an emergency.
Defensive Driving judgment can be affected by even
a small amount of alcohol. You Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
Defensive driving means always can have a serious or even include:
expect the unexpected. The first fatal collision if you drive after . Keep enough distance between
step in driving defensively is to wear drinking. you and the vehicle in front
the safety belt. See Safety of you.
Belts 0 67. Do not drink and drive or ride with
a driver who has been drinking. . Avoid needless heavy braking.
. Assume that other road users
Ride home in a cab; or if you are . Keep pace with traffic.
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and
with a group, designate a driver
other drivers) are going to be If the engine ever stops while the
careless and make mistakes. who will not drink.
vehicle is being driven, brake
Anticipate what they might do normally but do not pump the
and be ready. Control of a Vehicle brakes. Doing so could make the
. Allow enough following distance pedal harder to push down. If the
Braking, steering, and accelerating engine stops, there will be some
between you and the driver in are important factors in helping to
front of you. power brake assist but it will be
control a vehicle while driving. used when the brake is applied.
. Focus on the task of driving. Once the power assist is used up, it
Braking can take longer to stop and the
Drunk Driving Braking action involves perception brake pedal will be harder to push.
Death and injury associated with time and reaction time. Deciding to
drinking and driving is a global push the brake pedal is perception
tragedy. time. Actually doing it is
reaction time.
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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. See your dealer if gently into the straightaway.
there is a problem.
Steering in Emergencies
If the steering wheel is turned until it
reaches the end of its travel, and is . There are some situations when
held in that position for an extended steering around a problem may The vehicle's right wheels can drop
period of time, power steering assist be more effective than braking. off the edge of a road onto the
may be reduced. . Holding both sides of the shoulder while driving. Follow
steering wheel allows you to turn these tips:
If the steering assist is used for an
extended period of time, power 180 degrees without removing 1. Ease off the accelerator and
assist may be reduced. a hand. then, if there is nothing in the
. Antilock Brake System (ABS) way, steer the vehicle so that it
Normal use of the power steering straddles the edge of the
assist should return when the allows steering while braking.
pavement.
system cools down.
2. Turn the steering wheel about
See specific vehicle steering one-eighth of a turn, until the
messages under Vehicle right front tire contacts the
Messages 0 140. pavement edge.
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3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. Always drive slower in these types
straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it of driving conditions and avoid
occurs. driving through large puddles and
Loss of Control . Slow down and adjust your deep-standing or flowing water.
Skidding driving according to weather

conditions. Stopping distance { Warning
There are three types of skids that can be longer and vehicle
correspond to the vehicle's three control can be affected when Wet brakes can cause crashes.
control systems: traction is reduced by water, They might not work as well in a
. Braking Skid wheels are not snow, ice, gravel, or other quick stop and could cause
material on the road. Learn to pulling to one side. You could
rolling.
recognize warning clues such lose control of the vehicle.
. Steering or Cornering Skid as enough water, ice, or packed
too much speed or steering in a After driving through a large
snow on the road to make a puddle of water or a car/vehicle
curve causes tires to slip and mirrored surface and slow
lose cornering force. wash, lightly apply the brake
down when you have any doubt.
pedal until the brakes work
. Acceleration Skid too much . Try to avoid sudden steering, normally.
throttle causes the driving acceleration, or braking,
wheels to spin. including reducing vehicle speed Flowing or rushing water creates
by shifting to a lower gear. Any strong forces. Driving through
Defensive drivers avoid most skids
sudden changes could cause flowing water could cause the
by taking reasonable care suited to
existing conditions, and by not the tires to slide. vehicle to be carried away. If this
overdriving those conditions. But happens, you and other vehicle
Remember: Antilock brakes help occupants could drown. Do not
skids are always possible. avoid only the braking skid.
ignore police warnings and be
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow very cautious about trying to drive
these suggestions: Driving on Wet Roads through flowing water.
. Ease your foot off the Rain and wet roads can reduce
accelerator pedal and steer the vehicle traction and affect your
way you want the vehicle to go. ability to stop and accelerate.
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Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads

Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water
{ Warning
Driving on steep hills or through
can build up under the vehicle's mountains is different than driving Coasting downhill in N (Neutral)
tires so they actually ride on the on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: or with the ignition off is
water. This can happen if the road is dangerous. This can cause
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in
wet enough and you are going fast overheating of the brakes and
enough. When the vehicle is good shape.
loss of steering. Always have the
hydroplaning, it has little or no . Check all fluid levels and brakes, engine running and the vehicle
contact with the road. tires, cooling system, and in gear.
There is no hard and fast rule about transmission.
hydroplaning. The best advice is to . Shift to a lower gear when going . Drive at speeds that keep the
slow down when the road is wet. down steep or long hills. vehicle in its own lane. Do not
Other Rainy Weather Tips swing wide or cross the
Besides slowing down, other wet
{ Warning center line.
weather driving tips include: Using the brakes to slow the . Be alert on top of hills;
vehicle on a long downhill slope something could be in your lane
. Allow extra following distance. (e.g., stalled car, accident).
can cause brake overheating, can
. Pass with caution. reduce brake performance, and . Pay attention to special road
. Keep windshield wiping could result in a loss of braking. signs (e.g., falling rocks area,
equipment in good shape. Shift the transmission to a lower winding roads, long grades,
. gear to let the engine assist the passing or no-passing zones)
Keep the windshield washer fluid
brakes on a steep downhill slope. and take appropriate action.
reservoir filled.
. Have good tires with proper
tread depth. See Tires 0 301.
. Turn off cruise control.
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Winter Driving . Allow greater following distance

and watch for slippery spots. Icy { Warning
Driving on Snow or Ice patches can occur on otherwise
clear roads in shaded areas. Snow can trap engine exhaust
Snow or ice between the tires and under the vehicle. This may
the road creates less traction or The surface of a curve or an
overpass can remain icy when cause exhaust gases to get
grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can inside. Engine exhaust contains
occur at about 0 C (32 F) when the surrounding roads are clear.
Avoid sudden steering carbon monoxide (CO), which
freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
maneuvers and braking while cannot be seen or smelled. It can
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
on ice. cause unconsciousness and even
until roads can be treated.
. death.
Turn off cruise control.
For Slippery Road Driving:
If the vehicle is stuck in snow:
. Accelerate gently. Accelerating Blizzard Conditions
. Clear snow from the base of
too quickly causes the wheels to Stop the vehicle in a safe place and the vehicle, especially any
spin and makes the surface signal for help. Stay with the vehicle blocking the exhaust pipe.
under the tires slick. unless there is help nearby.
If possible, use Roadside . Open a window about 5 cm
. Turn on Traction Control. See
Assistance. See Roadside (2 in) on the vehicle side
Traction Control/Electronic
Assistance Program 0 373. To get that is away from the wind,
Stability Control 0 235.
help and keep everyone in the to bring in fresh air.
. The Antilock Brake System vehicle safe: . Fully open the air outlets on
(ABS) improves vehicle stability
. Turn on the hazard warning or under the instrument
during hard stops, but the
flashers. panel.
brakes should be applied sooner
than when on dry pavement. . Tie a red cloth to an outside . Adjust the climate control
See Antilock Brake System mirror. system to circulate the air
(ABS) 0 233. inside the vehicle and set
(Continued)
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If stuck too severely for the traction gears. Release the accelerator
Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the pedal while shifting, and press
traction system off and use the lightly on the accelerator pedal
the fan speed to the highest rocking method. See Traction when the transmission is in gear.
setting. See Climate Control/Electronic Stability Slowly spinning the wheels in the
Control Systems. Control 0 235. forward and reverse directions
For more information about CO, causes a rocking motion that could
see Engine Exhaust 0 221. { Warning free the vehicle. If that does not get
the vehicle out after a few tries, it
If the vehicle's tires spin at high might need to be towed out. If the
To save fuel, run the engine for vehicle does need to be towed out,
short periods to warm the vehicle speed, they can explode, and you
or others could be injured. The see Towing the Vehicle 0 339.
and then shut the engine off and
partially close the window. Moving vehicle can overheat, causing an
about to keep warm also helps. engine compartment fire or other Vehicle Load Limits
damage. Spin the wheels as little It is very important to know how
If it takes time for help to arrive, as possible and avoid going
when running the engine, push the much weight the vehicle can
above 56 km/h (35 mph).
accelerator pedal slightly so the carry. This weight is called the
engine runs faster than the idle vehicle capacity weight and
speed. This keeps the battery Rocking the Vehicle to Get includes the weight of all
charged to restart the vehicle and to it Out occupants, cargo, and all
signal for help with the headlamps. nonfactory-installed options.
Do this as little as possible, to Turn the steering wheel left and
right to clear the area around the Two labels on the vehicle may
save fuel.
front wheels. Turn off any traction show how much weight it may
system. Shift back and forth properly carry: the Tire and
If the Vehicle Is Stuck between R (Reverse) and a low Loading Information label and
Slowly and cautiously spin the forward gear, spinning the wheels the Certification label.
wheels to free the vehicle when as little as possible. To prevent
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. transmission wear, wait until the
wheels stop spinning before shifting
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Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading

{ Warning Label Information label also shows the
Do not load the vehicle any tire size of the original
heavier than the Gross equipment tires (3) and the
Vehicle Weight Rating recommended cold tire inflation
(GVWR), or either the pressures (4). For more
maximum front or rear Gross information on tires and inflation
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). see Tires 0 301 and Tire
This can cause systems to Pressure 0 308.
break and change the way the There is also important loading
vehicle handles. This could information on the Certification
cause loss of control and a label. It may show the Gross
crash. Overloading can also Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
reduce stopping distance, Label Example and the Gross Axle Weight
damage the tires, and shorten Rating (GAWR) for the front and
A vehicle-specific Tire and
the life of the vehicle. rear axle. See Certification
Loading Information label is
Label later in this section.
attached to the vehicle's center
pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Steps for Determining Correct
Loading Information label shows Load Limit
the number of occupant seating 1. Locate the statement "The
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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2. Determine the combined 5. Determine the combined

weight of the driver and weight of luggage and cargo
passengers that will be being loaded on the vehicle.
riding in your vehicle. That weight may not safely
3. Subtract the combined exceed the available cargo
weight of the driver and and luggage load capacity
passengers from XXX kg or calculated in Step 4.
XXX lbs. 6. If your vehicle will be towing
4. The resulting figure equals a trailer, load from your
the available amount of trailer will be transferred to
cargo and luggage load your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how Example 1
capacity. For example, if the
"XXX" amount equals this reduces the available
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
1400 lbs. and there will be cargo and luggage load
for Example 1 = 453 kg
five 150 lb passengers in capacity of your vehicle.
(1,000 lbs).
your vehicle, the amount of This vehicle is neither designed 2. Subtract Occupant
available cargo and luggage nor intended to tow a trailer. Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
load capacity is 650 lbs. 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs).
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 3. Available Occupant and
650 lbs.) Cargo Weight = 317 kg
(700 lbs).
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weight of the driver, passengers,

and cargo should never exceed
the vehicle's capacity weight.
Certification Label
Example 2 Example 3
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight

for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant Label Example
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 91 kg A vehicle-specific Certification
5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). (200 lbs) 5 = 453 kg label is attached to the vehicle's
3. Available Cargo Weight (1,000 lbs). center pillar (B-pillar). The label
= 113 kg (250 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight may show the gross weight
= 0 kg (0 lbs). capacity of the vehicle, called
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Loading Information label for (GVWR). The GVWR includes
specific information about the the weight of the vehicle, all
vehicle's capacity weight and occupants, fuel, and cargo.
seating positions. The combined
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{ Warning Starting and Caution (Continued)

Operating
Things inside the vehicle can breaking-in guideline every
strike and injure people in a time you get new brake
New Vehicle Break-In linings.
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash. Following break-in, engine speed
Caution
. Put things in the cargo and load can be gradually
The vehicle does not need an increased.
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as elaborate break-in. But it will
far forward as possible. perform better in the long run if Ignition Positions (Key
Try to spread the weight you follow these guidelines:
Access)
evenly. . Do not drive at any one
constant speed, fast or slow,
. Never stack heavier for the first 805 km (500 mi).
things, like suitcases, Do not make full-throttle
inside the vehicle so that starts. Avoid downshifting to
some of them are above brake or slow the vehicle.
the tops of the seats. . Avoid making hard stops for
. Do not leave an the first 322 km (200 mi) or
unsecured child restraint so. During this time the new
in the vehicle. brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with
. Secure loose items in the new linings can mean
vehicle. premature wear and earlier
. replacement. Follow this
Do not leave a seat The ignition switch has four different
folded down unless (Continued) positions.
needed.
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Do not turn the engine off when the

Caution vehicle is moving. This will cause a { Warning
loss of power assist in the brake
Using a tool to force the key to and steering systems and disable Turning off the vehicle while
turn in the ignition could cause the airbags. moving may cause loss of power
damage to the switch or break the assist in the brake and steering
key. Use the correct key, make If the vehicle must be shut off in an systems and disable the airbags.
sure it is all the way in, and turn it emergency: While driving, only shut the
only with your hand. If the key 1. Brake using a firm and steady vehicle off in an emergency.
cannot be turned by hand, see pressure. Do not pump the
your dealer. brakes repeatedly. This may
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over
deplete power assist, requiring
and must be shut off while driving,
increased brake pedal force.
The key must be fully extended to turn the ignition to ACC/
start the vehicle. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ACCESSORY.
This can be done while the
To shift out of P (Park), turn the 1 : ACC/ACCESSORY: This
vehicle is moving. After shifting
ignition to ON/RUN and apply the position provides power to some of
to N (Neutral), continue to
brake pedal. the electrical accessories. It unlocks
firmly apply the brakes and
the steering wheel and ignition. To
0 : Stopping the Engine/LOCK/OFF: steer the vehicle to a safe
move the key from ACC/
When the vehicle is stopped, turn location.
ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, push
the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift in the key and then turn it to
turn the engine off. Retained to P (Park) with an automatic LOCK/OFF.
Accessory Power (RAP) will remain transmission, or Neutral with a
active. See Retained Accessory 2 : ON/RUN: The ignition switch
manual transmission. Turn the
Power (RAP) 0 219. stays in this position when the
ignition to LOCK/OFF.
engine is running. This position can
This is the only position from which 4. Set the parking brake. See be used to operate the electrical
the key can be removed. This locks Parking Brake 0 234. accessories, including the
the ignition and automatic
ventilation fan and 12-volt power
transmission. The steering wheel
outlet, as well as to display some
may also lock, if equipped.
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warning and indicator lights. This Ignition Positions The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
position can also be used for transmitter must be in the vehicle for
service and diagnostics, and to
(Keyless Access) the system to operate. If the
verify the proper operation of the pushbutton start is not working, the
malfunction indicator lamp as may vehicle may be near a strong radio
be required for emission inspection antenna signal causing interference
purposes. The transmission is also to the Keyless Access system. See
unlocked in this position on Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
automatic transmission vehicles. System Operation (Key Access)
The battery could be drained if the 0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry
key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY (RKE) System Operation (Keyless
or ON/RUN position with the engine Access) 0 36.
off. The vehicle might not start if the To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle
battery is allowed to drain for an must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or
extended period of time. ON/RUN and the brake pedal must
3 : START: This position starts the be applied.
The vehicle may be equipped with
engine. When the engine starts, an electronic keyless ignition with Stopping the Engine/OFF : When
release the key. The ignition switch pushbutton start. the vehicle is stopped, press
will return to ON/RUN for normal ENGINE START/STOP once to turn
driving. Pressing the button cycles it through the engine off.
three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY,
A warning tone sounds when the ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the If the vehicle is in P (Park), the
driver door is opened if the ignition Engine/OFF. ignition will turn off, and Retained
is still in ACC/ACCESSORY and the Accessory Power (RAP) will remain
key is in the ignition. active. See Retained Accessory
If the ignition becomes difficult to Power (RAP) 0 219.
turn, see Keys 0 31.
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If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift With the ignition off, pressing the
ignition will return to ACC/ to P (Park) with an automatic button one time without the brake
ACCESSORY and the Driver transmission, or Neutral with a pedal applied will place the ignition
Information Center (DIC) will display manual transmission. Press system in ACC/ACCESSORY.
the message SHIFT TO PARK. See ENGINE START/STOP. The ignition will switch from ACC/
Transmission Messages 0 148. 4. Set the parking brake. See ACCESSORY to OFF after
When the vehicle is shifted into Parking Brake 0 234. five minutes to prevent battery
P (Park), the ignition system will rundown.
switch to OFF.
Do not turn the engine off when the
{ Warning ON/RUN/START : This mode has a
green light and is for starting the
vehicle is moving. This will cause a Turning off the vehicle while engine and driving. With the ignition
loss of power assist in the brake moving may cause loss of power off, and the brake or clutch pedal
and steering systems and disable assist in the brake and steering applied, pressing the button once
the airbags. systems and disable the airbags. will place the ignition system in ON/
If the vehicle must be shut off in an While driving, only shut the RUN/START. Once engine cranking
emergency: vehicle off in an emergency. begins, release the button. Engine
1. Brake using a firm and steady cranking will continue until the
pressure. Do not pump the If the vehicle cannot be pulled over engine starts. See Starting the
brakes repeatedly. This may and must be shut off while driving, Engine 0 214. The ignition will then
deplete power assist, requiring press and hold ENGINE START/ remain in ON/RUN.
increased brake pedal force. STOP for longer than two seconds, Service Only Mode
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). or press twice in five seconds.
This power mode is available for
This can be done while the ACC/ACCESSORY : This mode has service and diagnostics, and to
vehicle is moving. After shifting an amber light and allows some verify the proper operation of the
to N (Neutral), firmly apply the electrical accessories to be used malfunction indicator lamp as may
brakes and steer the vehicle to when the engine is off. be required for emission inspection
a safe location. purposes. With the vehicle off and
the brake pedal not applied,
pressing and holding ENGINE
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START/STOP for more than

five seconds will place the vehicle in Caution Caution
Service Only Mode. The instruments
and audio systems will operate as Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the Cranking the engine for long
they do in ON/RUN, but the vehicle vehicle is moving. If you do, you periods of time, by returning the
will not be able to be driven. The could damage the transmission. ignition to the START position
engine will not start in Service Only Shift to P (Park) only when the immediately after cranking has
Mode. Press ENGINE START/STOP vehicle is stopped. ended, can overheat and damage
again to turn the vehicle off. the cranking motor, and drain the
Manual Transmission battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
Starting the Engine The shift lever should be in Neutral
between each try, to let the
cranking motor cool down.
Place the transmission in the and the parking brake engaged.
proper gear. Hold the clutch pedal down to the
floor and start the engine. 2. If the engine does not start
Caution after five to 10 seconds,
Gasoline Engine Starting especially in very cold weather
Procedure (Key Access) (below 18C or 0F), it could
If you add electrical parts or
accessories, you could change 1. With your foot off the be flooded with too much
the way the engine operates. Any accelerator pedal, turn the gasoline. Push the accelerator
resulting damage would not be ignition key to START. When pedal all the way to the floor
covered by the vehicle warranty. the engine starts, let go of the and hold it there as you hold
key. The idle speed will go the key in START for a
See Add-On Electrical
down as the engine warms. Do maximum of 15 seconds. Wait
Equipment 0 262.
not race the engine at least 15 seconds between
immediately after starting it. each try, to allow the cranking
Automatic Transmission Allow the oil to warm up and motor to cool. When the engine
lubricate all moving parts. starts, let go of the key and
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
accelerator. If the vehicle starts
N (Neutral). To restart the vehicle
briefly but then stops again,
when it is already moving, use
repeat the procedure. This
N (Neutral) only.
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clears the extra gasoline from If the RKE transmitter is not in 2. If the engine does not start
the engine. Do not race the the vehicle, if there is after five to 10 seconds,
engine immediately after interference, or if the RKE especially in very cold weather
starting it. Operate the engine battery is low, a Driver (below 18 C or 0 F), it could
and transmission gently until Information Center (DIC) be flooded with too much
the oil warms up and lubricates message will display. See gasoline. Try pushing the
all moving parts. Driver Information Center (DIC) accelerator pedal all the way to
(Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver the floor and holding it there as
Gasoline Engine Starting Information Center (DIC) (Base you press ENGINE START/
Procedure (Keyless Access) Level) 0 134 and Remote STOP, for up to a maximum of
1. With the Keyless Access Keyless Entry (RKE) System 15 seconds. Wait at least
system, the RKE transmitter Operation (Key Access) 0 34 or 15 seconds between each try,
must be in the vehicle. Press Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) to allow the cranking motor to
ENGINE START/STOP with the System Operation (Keyless cool down. When the engine
brake pedal applied. When the Access) 0 36. starts, let go of the button and
engine begins cranking, let go the accelerator. If the vehicle
of the button. Caution starts briefly but then stops
The idle speed will go down as again, do the same thing. This
the engine gets warm. Do not Cranking the engine for long clears the extra gasoline from
race the engine immediately periods of time, by returning the the engine. Do not race the
after starting it. Operate the ignition to the START position engine immediately after
engine and transmission gently immediately after cranking has starting it. Operate the engine
until the oil warms up and ended, can overheat and damage and transmission gently until
lubricates all moving parts. the cranking motor, and drain the the oil warms up and lubricates
battery. Wait at least 15 seconds all moving parts.
between each try, to let the
cranking motor cool down.
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Stop/Start System Auto Engine Stop/Start . The interior comfort level has not
When the brakes are applied and reached the required level for
{ Warning the vehicle is at a complete stop, the climate control system or
defog settings. Use the eco
the engine may turn off. When
Exiting the vehicle without first stopped, the tachometer displays (green indicator on) air
shifting into P (Park) may cause AUTO STOP. See Tachometer conditioning mode for better
the vehicle to move. You or others 0 121. When the brake pedal is efficiency. See Automatic
may be injured. Because the released or the accelerator pedal is Climate Control System 0 193.
vehicle has the auto engine stop/ pushed, the engine will restart. . The Auto Stop time is greater
start feature, the vehicle's engine Auto Stop may be deactivated if: than two minutes.
might seem to be shut off;
. A minimum vehicle speed is not Diesel Engine Starting Procedure
however, once the brake pedal is
released, the engine will start up reached. The diesel engine starts differently
again. . The engine or transmission is than a gasoline engine.
Shift to P (Park) and turn the not at the required operating 1. With the Keyless Access
temperature. system, the RKE transmitter
ignition to LOCK/OFF, before
exiting the vehicle. . The outside temperature is not must be in the vehicle.
in the required operating range, Observe the wait-to-start light.
typically below 5 C (41 F) or See Wait-to-Start Light 0 131.
The vehicle may have a fuel saving above 50 C (122 F). This light may not come on if
stop/start system to shut off the the engine is warm.
engine to help conserve fuel. . The shift lever is in any gear
other than D (Drive). 2. Press the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the brake
. The battery has been recently pedal or clutch pedal applied to
disconnected. START. The start will be
. The battery charge is low. delayed if the wait-to-start lamp
is illuminated.
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The engine has a fast warm-up When the engine is cold, let it run Turn the ignition on. Immediately
glow plug system. The for a few minutes before you move after the wait-to-start light goes off,
wait-to-start light will illuminate the vehicle. This lets oil pressure press ENGINE START/STOP.
for a much shorter time than build up. The engine will sound If the light does not go off, wait a
most diesel engines, due to the louder when it's cold. few seconds, then try starting the
rapid heating of the glow plug engine again. See your dealer for a
system. Cold Weather Starting (Diesel
Engine) starting system check.
Caution The following tips will help with cold If the light comes on and then goes
weather starting. off, and it is known that the batteries
If the wait-to-start light stays on are charged, but the engine still will
Use the recommended engine oil not start, the vehicle needs service.
after starting the vehicle, the
when the outside temperature drops
vehicle may not run properly. below freezing. See Engine Oil If the light does not come on when
Have the vehicle serviced 0 270. When the outside the engine is cold, the vehicle
right away. temperature drops below 18C needs service.
(0F), use of the engine heater is If the batteries do not have enough
3. If the engine does not start recommended. charge to start the engine, see
after 15 seconds of cranking, See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 250 Battery - North America 0 285.
wait one minute for the starter for information on what fuel to use in Check that the correct engine oil
to cool, then try the same steps cold weather. has been used and changed at
again. appropriate intervals. If the wrong oil
If the Diesel Engine Will Not is used, the engine may be harder
If you are trying to start the engine
after you have run out of fuel, follow Start to start.
the steps in Running Out of Fuel If you have run out of fuel, see Be sure you are using the proper
(Diesel) 0 258. Running Out of Fuel (Diesel) 0 258. fuel for existing weather conditions.
If the vehicle is not out of fuel, and See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 250.
the engine will not start, do this: If the engine starts, runs a short
time, then stops, the vehicle needs
service.
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To Use the Heater

{ Warning 1. Turn off the engine.
{ Warning
Do not use gasoline or starting 2. Open the hood and unwrap the Improper use of the heater cord
aids, such as ether, in the air electrical cord. For gasoline or an extension cord can damage
intake. They could damage the engines, the electrical cord is the cord and may result in
engine, which may not be on the passenger side of the overheating and fire.
covered by the vehicle warranty. engine compartment between . Plug the cord into a
They could also cause a fire, the headlamp and the air three-prong electrical utility
which could cause serious cleaner. For diesel engines, the receptacle that is protected
personal injury. electrical cord is on the driver by a ground fault detection
side of the engine compartment function. An ungrounded
near the fuse box. outlet could cause an
Engine Heater electric shock.
3. Check the heater cord for
The engine block heater and diesel damage. If it is damaged, do . Use a weatherproof,
engine oil pan heater, if equipped, not use it. See your dealer for heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated
can help in cold weather conditions a replacement. Inspect the extension cord if needed.
at or below 18 C (0 F) for easier cord for damage yearly. Failure to use the
starting and better fuel economy recommended extension
during engine warm-up. Plug in the 4. Plug it into a normal, grounded
110-volt AC outlet. cord in good operating
heater at least four hours before condition, or using a
starting the vehicle. A thermostat 5. Before starting the engine, be damaged heater or
that is part of the block heater cord sure to unplug and store the extension cord, could make
will prevent engine block heater cord as it was before to keep it it overheat and cause a fire,
operation at temperatures above away from moving engine property damage, electric
18 C (0 F). parts. If you do not it could be shock, and injury.
damaged.
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
Retained Accessory 2. Hold the button on the shift
lever and push the lever toward
Power (RAP) the front of the vehicle into
. Do not operate the vehicle
These vehicle accessories may be P (Park).
with the heater cord
used for up to 10 minutes after the 3. Turn off the ignition.
permanently attached to the
engine is turned off:
vehicle. Possible heater
. Audio System Leaving the Vehicle with the
cord and thermostat
damage could occur. Engine Running
. Power Windows
. While in use, do not let the
heater cord touch vehicle
. Sunroof { Warning
parts or sharp edges. Never The power windows and sunroof will
It can be dangerous to leave the
close the hood on the continue to work for up to
10 minutes or until any door is vehicle with the engine running.
heater cord. It could overheat and catch fire.
opened. The radio will work when
. Before starting the vehicle, the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ It is dangerous to get out of the
unplug the cord, reattach ACCESSORY. Once the key is vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
the cover to the plug, and turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF,
securely fasten the cord. in P (Park) with the parking brake
the radio will continue to work for firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Keep the cord away from 10 minutes, or until the driver door is
any moving parts. opened or the key is removed from Do not leave the vehicle when the
the ignition. engine is running. If you have left
The length of time the heater should the engine running, the vehicle
remain plugged in depends on Shifting Into Park can move suddenly. You or others
several factors. Ask a dealer in the could be injured. To be sure the
1. Hold the brake pedal down and vehicle will not move, even when
area where you will be parking the
set the parking brake. you are on fairly level ground,
vehicle for the best advice on this.
See Parking Brake 0 234. always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
See Shifting Into Park 0 219.
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If you have to leave the vehicle with Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park):
the engine running, the vehicle must 1. Apply the brake pedal.
be in P (Park) and the parking This vehicle is equipped with an
brake set. automatic transmission shift lock 2. Turn the ignition on.
control system. The shift lock is
Release the button and check that designed to: 3. Press the shift lever button.
the shift lever cannot be moved out 4. Move the shift lever to the
of P (Park). . Prevent ignition key removal
desired position.
unless the shift lever is in
Torque Lock P (Park) with the shift lever If still unable to shift out of P (Park):
Torque lock is when the weight of button fully released. 1. Fully release the shift lever
the vehicle puts too much force on . Prevent movement of the shift button.
the parking pawl in the lever out of P (Park) unless the 2. Hold the brake pedal down and
transmission. This happens when ignition is in ON/RUN and the press the shift lever button
parking on a hill and shifting the brake pedal is applied. again.
transmission into P (Park) is not
The shift lock release is always 3. Move the shift lever to the
done properly and then it is difficult
functional except in the case of an desired position.
to shift out of P (Park). To prevent
uncharged or low voltage (less than
torque lock, set the parking brake If the shift lever still cannot be
9-volt) battery.
and then shift into P (Park). To find moved from P (Park), see your
out how, see Shifting Into Park If the vehicle has an uncharged dealer.
listed previously. battery or a battery with low voltage,
try charging or jump starting the This vehicle may have the Safety
If torque lock does occur, the Belt Assurance System, which may
battery. See Jump Starting - North
vehicle may need to be pushed prevent the vehicle from shifting out
America 0 336
uphill by another vehicle to relieve of P (Park). See Safety Belt
the parking pawl pressure, so you Messages 0 146.
can shift out of P (Park).
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Parking Extended Parking Engine Exhaust

If the vehicle has a manual It is better not to park with the
transmission, before getting out of vehicle running. If the vehicle is left { Warning
the vehicle, move the shift lever into while running, follow the proper
R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill steps to be sure the vehicle will not Engine exhaust contains carbon
slope. On a level surface or an move and there is adequate monoxide (CO), which cannot be
uphill slope, use 1 (First) gear. ventilation. See Shifting Into Park seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
Firmly apply the parking brake. See 0 219 and Engine Exhaust 0 221. can cause unconsciousness and
Parking Brake 0 234. Turn the If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while even death.
wheels toward the curb for a running and the Remote Keyless
downhill slope, or away from the Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
Entry (RKE) transmitter is outside
curb for an uphill slope. Once the . The vehicle idles in areas
the vehicle, the vehicle will turn off
shift lever has been placed into gear after one hour. with poor ventilation
with the clutch pedal pressed in, (parking garages, tunnels,
turn the ignition off, and release the If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while deep snow that may block
clutch. running and the RKE transmitter is underbody airflow or tail
inside, the vehicle will run for two pipes).
Parking over Things hours. At the end of the second
. The exhaust smells or
hour, the vehicle will turn off.
That Burn sounds strange or different.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is
. The exhaust system leaks
taken out of P (Park) while it is
{ Warning running. due to corrosion or damage.
. The vehicle exhaust system
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the has been modified,
damaged, or improperly
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
repaired.
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn. (Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
Running the Vehicle Diesel Particulate
While Parked Filter
. There are holes or openings
It is better not to park with the The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
in the vehicle body from
engine running. filters soot particles out of the
damage or aftermarket
modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine exhaust gases. The system includes
completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to a self-cleaning function that runs
be sure the vehicle will not move. automatically during driving without
If unusual fumes are detected or any notification. The filter is cleaned
See Shifting Into Park 0 219 and
if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 221. by periodically burning off the soot
coming into the vehicle: particles at high temperature. This
. Drive it only with the process takes place automatically
windows completely down. and may take up to 20 minutes.
. Have the vehicle repaired Fuel consumption may be higher
during this period.
immediately.
Under certain driving conditions,
Never park the vehicle with the e.g. short distances, the system
engine running in an enclosed cannot clean itself automatically.
area such as a garage or a If the cleaning of the filter is required
building that has no fresh air and if previous driving conditions did
ventilation. not enable automatic cleaning, a
warning message appears in the
DIC. See Diesel Particulate Filter
Messages 0 143. Start the cleaning
process as soon as possible.
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Cleaning Process Diesel Exhaust Fluid

To activate the cleaning process,
{ Warning
continue driving safely, and keep
vehicle speed above 41 km/h (25
During DPF self cleaning or { Warning
during extended idling in P (Park),
mph) until the warning message in the exhaust system and exhaust Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is
the DIC goes off. gases are very hot. Things that corrosive. Do not allow it to come
If the vehicle continues to be driven burn could touch hot exhaust in contact with your skin, eyes,
with the DPF warning message on, parts under the vehicle and ignite. or the finished surfaces of the
and the exhaust filter is not cleaned You or others could be burned. vehicle. If exposed, it may cause
as required, the malfunction Do not park, or idle for an skin and eye irritation. Wear skin
indicator lamp and the ENGINE extended period of time, near or and eye protection when
POWER IS REDUCED message over papers, leaves, dry grass, handling. Inhalation may cause
will come on and dealer service is or other things that can burn. irritation to the upper respiratory
necessary. See Malfunction Keep the exhaust area clear of tract. Store in a cool,
Indicator Lamp 0 126 and Engine material that could ignite or burn. well-ventilated area. For more
Power Messages 0 142. See Parking over Things That safety and storage information,
Burn 0 221 for more information. see the label of the Diesel
Exhaust Fluid container.
DEF is used with diesel engines to

reduce the amount of regulated
emissions produced. The fluid level
in the DEF tank must be maintained
for the vehicle to run correctly. The
capacity of the DEF tank is 14.25 L
(3.76 gal).
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It is normal to hear the DEF system When adding DEF to an empty or To avoid vehicle speed limitations,
purge fluid back into the tank after very low tank, always add at least the DEF tank should be refilled at
the vehicle is shut off. 7.6 L (2 gal) of fluid to release the the first opportunity after a low
vehicle from speed limitation. warning indication. If DEF is added
Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid before the EXHAUST FLUID
To prevent damage to the system,
DEF can be purchased at a do not overfill the DEF tank. When EMPTY REFILL NOW message
Chevrolet dealer. It can also be fluid reaches the top of the fill pipe, appears, it may take several km/mi
purchased at authorized vehicle stop filling. Do not top off the for the DIC message to update.
dealerships. Additionally, some DEF tank. If the vehicle speed has been
diesel fueling stations or retailers limited and DEF has been added, it
may have DEF for purchase. For If you spill DEF during filling, wipe
any affected surface with a damp may take up to 30 seconds after
vehicles with an active OnStar engine start with the vehicle
subscription, OnStar can help to cloth.
stopped for the EXHAUST FLUID
locate a DEF retailer. See Customer For information on the DEF tank, EMPTY REFILL NOW message to
Assistance Offices 0 371 for phone see Filling the Tank 0 259. clear. If the vehicle is driven prior to
numbers to assist in contacting a the DIC message clearing, the
GM dealer. See Recommended Exhaust Fluid Low
vehicle speed will still be limited.
Fluids and Lubricants 0 361. A full DEF tank will last for several If the DIC message clears while
Filling the DEF Tank thousand kilometers (miles), driving, the speed limitation will be
depending on vehicle usage. As the removed gradually.
exhaust fluid level drops, warnings
Caution will automatically be displayed in the If DEF is added under freezing
DIC. Exhaust fluid level status is conditions, additional time may be
Use only DEF that is GM required to remove speed limitations
approved, or fluid containing the available on the DIC under the
Vehicle Information menu. See and may require less fluid to fill the
API certified or ISO 22241 label. DEF tank.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Level (Diesel
The use of other fluids could
Engine Only) in Driver Information The following actions describe
damage the system, requiring Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 137 or strategies required by the U.S.
costly repairs that will not be Driver Information Center (DIC) Environmental Protection Agency
covered by the vehicle warranty. (Base Level) 0 134.
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(EPA) and the California Air displayed mileage will decrease as also come on. Vehicle speed will be
Resource Board (CARB). The DEF driving continues. A warning light reduced to a maximum speed limit
messages relate to these strategies. also comes on. of 89 km/h (55 mph).
The DIC message EXHAUST When the mileage countdown is After the transition to 89 km/h
FLUID RANGE: XXXX km (mi) zero, the DIC message EXHAUST (55 mph) is complete, the DIC
displays at approximately 1 600 km FLUID EMPTY REFILL NOW - message EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY
(1,000 mi) of fluid range remaining. TRANSITIONING TO 105 KM/H REFILL NOW - SPEED LIMITED
This message appears again at (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. TO 89 KM/H (55 MPH) 120 KM
approximately 500 km (300 mi) of A warning light and a chime also (75 MI) UNTIL 7 KM/H (4 MPH) MAX
remaining range before the exhaust come on. Vehicle speed will be SPEED displays. The displayed
fluid tank becomes empty. reduced to a maximum speed limit mileage will decrease as driving
Below 500 km (300 mi) of range of 105 km/h (65 mph). continues. A flashing warning light
remaining, these messages will After the transition to 105 km/h and a chime also come on.
appear every time the vehicle is (65 mph) is complete, the DIC When the mileage countdown is
started. message EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY zero, the DIC message EXHAUST
Below 121 km (75 mi) of range REFILL NOW - SPEED LIMITED FLUID EMPTY REFILL NOW -
remaining, the DIC message TO 105 KM/H (65 MPH) 120 KM TRANSITIONING TO 7 KM/H
EXHAUST FLUID LOW SPEED (75 MI) UNTIL 89 KM/H (55 MPH) (4 MPH) MAX SPEED displays.
LIMITED SOON displays. This MAX SPEED displays. The A flashing warning light and a chime
message will display every time the displayed mileage will decrease as also come on. Vehicle speed will be
vehicle is started. driving continues. A warning light reduced to a maximum speed limit
and a chime also come on. of 7 km/h (4 mph).
If these warnings are ignored and
the DEF tank becomes empty, the When the mileage countdown is After the transition to 7 km/h (4 mph)
DIC message EXHAUST FLUID zero, the DIC message EXHAUST is complete, the DIC message
EMPTY REFILL NOW - 644 KM FLUID EMPTY REFILL NOW - EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY REFILL
(400 MI) UNTIL 105 KM/H (65 MPH) TRANSITIONING TO 89 KM/H NOW - SPEED LIMITED TO 7 KM/H
MAX SPEED displays. The (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. (4 MPH) displays. A flashing
A flashing warning light and a chime warning light and a chime also
come on.
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Add at least 7.6 L (2 gal) of fluid to DIC message persists, see your (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays.
release the vehicle from speed dealer or additional DIC messages A flashing warning light and a chime
limitation from a very low or empty may display. also come on. Vehicle speed will be
tank. The capacity of the DEF tank When the mileage countdown is reduced to a maximum speed limit
is 14.25 L (3.76 gal). zero, a DIC message EXHAUST of 89 km/h (55 mph).
See Diesel Exhaust Fluid Messages FLUID QUALITY POOR - SEE After the transition to 89 km/h
0 142, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) OWNERS MANUAL NOW - (55 mph) is complete, a DIC
Warning Light 0 132, and TRANSITIONING TO 105 KM/H message EXHAUST FLUID
Recommended Fluids and (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. QUALITY POOR - SEE OWNERS
Lubricants 0 361. A warning light and a chime also MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED
come on. Vehicle speed will be TO 89 KM/H (55 MPH) 120 KM
Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor reduced to a maximum speed limit (75 MI) UNTIL 7 KM/H (4 MPH) MAX
Use only exhaust fluid that is GM of 105 km/h (65 mph). SPEED displays. The displayed
approved, or fluid containing the API After the transition to 105 km/h mileage will decrease as driving
certified or ISO 22241 label. (65 mph) is complete, the DIC continues. A flashing warning light
All DEF has an expiration date. message EXHAUST FLUID and a chime also come on.
If the system detects poor quality, QUALITY POOR - SEE OWNERS When the mileage countdown is
or contaminated or diluted DEF, the MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED zero, a DIC message EXHAUST
DIC message EXHAUST FLUID TO 105 KM/H (65 MPH) 120 KM FLUID QUALITY POOR - SEE
QUALITY POOR - SEE OWNERS (75 MI) UNTIL 89 KM/H (55 MPH) OWNERS MANUAL NOW -
MANUAL NOW 160 KM (99 MI) MAX SPEED displays. The TRANSITIONING TO 7 KM/H
UNTIL 105 KM/H (65 MPH) MAX displayed mileage will decrease as (4 MPH) MAX SPEED displays.
SPEED displays. The displayed driving continues. A warning light A flashing warning light and a chime
mileage will decrease as driving and a chime also come on. also come on. Vehicle speed will be
continues. A warning light also When the mileage countdown is reduced to a maximum speed limit
comes on. Adding fresh DEF to the zero, the DIC message EXHAUST of 7 km/h (4 mph).
system may resolve the problem, FLUID QUALITY POOR - SEE
depending on several factors. If the OWNERS MANUAL NOW -
TRANSITIONING TO 89 KM/H
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After the transition to 7 km/h (4 mph) (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. FLUID SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS
is complete, a DIC message A warning light and a chime also MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED
EXHAUST FLUID QUALITY come on. Vehicle speed will be TO 89 KM/H (55 MPH) 120 KM
POOR - SEE OWNERS MANUAL reduced to a maximum speed limit (75 MI) UNTIL 7 KM/H (4 MPH) MAX
NOW - SPEED LIMITED TO 7 KM/H of 105 km/h (65 mph). SPEED displays. The displayed
(4 MPH) displays. A flashing After the transition to 105 km/h mileage will decrease as driving
warning light and a chime also (65 mph) is complete, a DIC continues. A flashing warning light
come on. message SERVICE EXHAUST and a chime also come on.
Service Exhaust Fluid System FLUID SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS When the mileage countdown is
MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED zero, the DIC message SERVICE
If a problem occurs with the DEF TO 105 KM/H (65 MPH) 120 KM EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE
system, the DIC message SERVICE (75 MI) UNTIL 89 KM/H (55 MPH) OWNERS MANUAL NOW -
EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE MAX SPEED displays. The TRANSITIONING TO 7 KM/H
OWNERS MANUAL NOW 160 KM displayed mileage will decrease as (4 MPH) MAX SPEED displays.
(99 MI) UNTIL 105 KM/H (65 MPH) driving continues. A warning light A flashing warning light and a chime
MAX SPEED displays. The and a chime also come on. also come on. Vehicle speed will be
displayed mileage will decrease as reduced to a maximum speed limit
driving continues. A warning light When the mileage countdown is
zero, the DIC message SERVICE of 7 km/h (4 mph).
also comes on. In some cases this
message will clear itself, indicating EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE After the transition to 7 km/h (4 mph)
that the DEF system was able to OWNERS MANUAL NOW - is complete, the DIC message
correct the condition. If the DIC TRANSITIONING TO 89 KM/H SERVICE EXHAUST FLUID
message persists, see your dealer (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS
or additional DIC messages may A flashing warning light and a chime MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED
display. also come on. Vehicle speed will be TO 7 KM/H (4 MPH) displays.
reduced down to a maximum speed A flashing warning light and a chime
When the mileage countdown is limit of 89 km/h (55 mph). also come on.
zero, the DIC message SERVICE
EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM - SEE After the transition to 89 km/h
OWNERS MANUAL NOW - (55 mph) is complete, the DIC
TRANSITIONING TO 105 KM/H message SERVICE EXHAUST
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Service Emission System MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED Automatic

If a problem occurs with the vehicle TO 105 KM/H (65 MPH) 120 KM
emission system, the DIC message (75 MI) UNTIL 89 KM/H (55 MPH) Transmission
SERVICE EMISSION SYSTEM - MAX SPEED displays. The
The selected gear is also shown in
SEE OWNERS MANUAL NOW displayed mileage will decrease as
the instrument cluster.
282 KM (175 MI) UNTIL 105 KM/H driving continues. A chime also
(65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. comes on.
The displayed mileage will decrease When the mileage countdown is
as driving continues. In some cases zero, the DIC message SERVICE
this message will clear itself, EMISSION SYSTEM - SEE
indicating that the emission system OWNERS MANUAL NOW -
was able to correct the condition. TRANSITIONING TO 89 KM/H
If the DIC message persists, see (55 MPH) MAX SPEED displays.
your dealer or additional DIC A chime also comes on. Vehicle
messages may display. speed will be reduced to a
When the mileage countdown is maximum speed limit of 89 km/h
zero, the DIC message SERVICE (55 mph).
EMISSION SYSTEM - SEE After the transition to 89 km/h
OWNERS MANUAL NOW - (55 mph) is complete, the DIC
TRANSITIONING TO 105 KM/H message SERVICE EMISSION P : This position locks the drive
(65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays. SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS wheels. It is the best position to use
A chime also comes on. Vehicle MANUAL NOW - SPEED LIMITED when starting the engine because
speed will be reduced to a TO 89 KM/H (55 MPH) displays. the vehicle cannot move easily.
maximum speed limit of 105 km/h A chime also comes on.
(65 mph).
After the transition to 105 km/h
(65 mph) is complete, the DIC
message SERVICE EMISSION
SYSTEM - SEE OWNERS
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all the way into P (Park) as you

{ Warning maintain brake application. Then { Warning
press the shift lever button and
It is dangerous to get out of the move the shift lever into another Shifting into a drive gear while the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 220. engine is running at high speed is
in P (Park) with the parking brake dangerous. Unless your foot is
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. R : Use this gear to back up. firmly on the brake pedal, the
Do not leave the vehicle when the vehicle could move very rapidly.
Caution You could lose control and hit
engine is running. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle people or objects. Do not shift
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the into a drive gear while the engine
can move suddenly. You or others vehicle is moving forward could
could be injured. To be sure the is running at high speed.
damage the transmission. The
vehicle will not move, even when repairs would not be covered by
you are on fairly level ground, the vehicle warranty. Shift to
always set the parking brake and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle Caution
move the shift lever to P (Park). is stopped.
See Shifting Into Park 0 219. Shifting out of P (Park) or
N (Neutral) with the engine
To rock the vehicle back and forth to running at high speed may
Make sure the shift lever is fully in get out of snow, ice, or sand without
P (Park) before starting the engine. damage the transmission. The
damaging the transmission, see If
The vehicle has an automatic repairs would not be covered by
the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 206.
transmission shift lock control the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
system. The regular brake must be N : In this position, the engine does engine is not running at high
fully applied first and then the shift not connect with the wheels. To speed when shifting the vehicle.
lever button pressed before shifting restart the engine when the vehicle
from P (Park) when the ignition key is already moving, use N (Neutral)
is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the
of P (Park), ease pressure on the vehicle is being towed.
shift lever, then push the shift lever
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D : This position is for normal speed may be higher and there may When shifting to L (Low), the
driving. It provides the best fuel be an increase in noise during the transmission will shift to a preset
economy. If more power is needed following conditions: lower gear range. For this preset
for passing, and the vehicle is: . When climbing a grade. range, the highest gear available is
. Going less than 56 km/h displayed next to the L in the DIC.
. When driving downhill. See Driver Information Center (DIC)
(35 mph), push the accelerator
pedal about halfway down. . When driving in hot (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver Information
temperatures or at high altitude. Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 134.
. Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or
more, push the accelerator all All gears below that number are
the way down. Manual Mode available to use.
Driver Shift Control (DSC) While using ERS, cruise control can
Caution be used.
Electronic Range Select (ERS) or
Manual Mode allows the range of The transmission will not allow
If the vehicle does not shift gears, shifting to the next lower gear if the
the transmission could be gear positions to be selected. Use
this mode when driving downhill or vehicle speed or engine rpm is
damaged. Have the vehicle too high.
to limit the top gear and vehicle
serviced right away.
speed. The shift position indicator in If vehicle speed is not reduced
the Driver Information Center (DIC) within the time allowed, the lower
L : Electronic Range Select (ERS) will display a number next to the L. gear range shift will not be
or Manual Mode allows for the This indicates the highest available completed. Slow the vehicle, then
selection of the range of gear gear under Manual Mode. press (minus) to the desired lower
positions. See Manual Mode 0 230. To use: gear range.
Operating Modes 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low).
The transmission may operate in a 2. Press + (plus) or (minus) on
lower gear than normal to improve the shift lever to increase or
vehicle performance. The engine decrease the available gear
range.
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Second Gear Start Feature Manual Transmission Caution

When accelerating the vehicle from
a stop in snowy and icy conditions, Shift Pattern
Do not rest your foot on the clutch
you may want to shift into pedal while driving or while
2 (Second) gear. A higher gear stopped. The pressure can cause
allows you to gain more traction on premature wear in the clutch. The
slippery surfaces. repairs would not be covered by
With the DSC feature, the vehicle the vehicle warranty.
can be set to pull away in
2 (Second) gear.
1 : Press the clutch pedal fully to
1. Move the shift lever from the pedal stop and shift into
D (Drive) to L (Low). 1 (First). Then slowly let up on the
2. With the vehicle stopped, press clutch pedal as the accelerator
the + (plus) end of the button to pedal is pressed.
select 2 (Second) gear. The If the vehicle comes to a complete
vehicle will start from a stop stop and it is hard to shift into
position in 2 (Second) gear.
Caution
1 (First), put the shift lever in Neutral
3. Once moving, select the Do not rest your hand on the shift and let up on the clutch. Press the
desired drive gear. lever while driving. The pressure clutch pedal back down. Then shift
could cause premature wear in into 1 (First).
the transmission. The repairs 2 : Press the clutch pedal fully to
would not be covered by the the pedal stop while letting up on
vehicle warranty. the accelerator pedal and shifting
into 2 (Second). Then, slowly let up
on the clutch pedal as the
accelerator pedal is pressed.
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3, 4, 5, and 6 : Shift into 3 (Third), Neutral : Use this position when

4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the you start or idle the engine. The { Warning
same way as for 2 (Second). Slowly shift lever is in Neutral when it is
let up on the clutch pedal as the centered in the shift pattern, not in If you skip a gear when
accelerator pedal Is pressed. any gear. downshifting, you could lose
control of the vehicle. You could
For the best fuel economy, use R : To back up, with the vehicle at a injure yourself or others. Do not
6 (Sixth) gear whenever vehicle complete stop, press down the shift down more than one gear at
speed and driving conditions allow. clutch pedal. Then pull up the shift a time when downshifting.
lever release button, and shift into
R (Reverse). Let up on the clutch
pedal slowly while pressing the
accelerator pedal. Caution
If the gear does not engage, shift
the transmission to Neutral, release Do not skip gears while
the clutch pedal, and press it back upshifting. This can cause
An up-shift light in the instrument down. Repeat the gear selection. premature wear in the
cluster indicates when to shift to the transmission. The repairs would
next higher gear for the best fuel not be covered by the vehicle
economy. warranty.
To stop, let up on the accelerator
pedal and press the brake pedal.
Just before the vehicle stops, press
the clutch pedal and the brake
pedal, and shift to Neutral.
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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS

becomes necessary to slam on the
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
brakes and continue braking to
Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a
the brake pedal down firmly and let
System (ABS) ABS work. You may hear the ABS
computer senses the wheels are
pump or motor operating and feel
slowing down. If one of the wheels
This vehicle has an Antilock Brake the brake pedal pulsate. This is
is about to stop rolling, the computer
System (ABS), an advanced normal.
will separately work the brakes at
electronic braking system that helps
each wheel. Braking in Emergencies
prevent a braking skid.
ABS can change the brake pressure ABS allows you to steer and brake
When the vehicle begins to drive
to each wheel, as required, faster at the same time. In many
away, ABS checks itself.
than any driver could. This can help emergencies, steering can help
A momentary motor or clicking noise
you steer around the obstacle while more than even the very best
may be heard while this test is going
braking hard. braking.
on, and it may even be noticed that
the brake pedal moves a little. This As the brakes are applied, the
is normal. computer keeps receiving updates
on wheel speed and controls
braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
the time needed to get a foot up to
the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you,
If there is a problem with ABS, this there will not be enough time to
warning light stays on. See Antilock apply the brakes if that vehicle
Brake System (ABS) Warning suddenly slows or stops. Always
Light 0 129. leave enough room up ahead to
stop, even with ABS.
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Parking Brake 2. Pull the parking brake handle Pedal Apply

up until you can press the
Lever Apply release button.
3. Hold the release button in as
you move the brake handle all
the way down.
Caution
Driving with the parking brake on
can overheat the brake system
and cause premature wear or
damage to brake system parts.
Make sure that the parking brake
is fully released and the brake With the brake pedal applied,
warning light is off before driving. push the parking brake pedal down.
With the brake pedal applied, pull See Shifting Into Park 0 219 or
up firmly on the parking brake Parking 0 221.
handle without pressing the release Driving with the parking brake
button. See Shifting Into Park 0 219 applied will cause a warning chime If the ignition is on, the brake
or Parking 0 221. If the ignition is in to sound and the RELEASE system warning light will come on.
the ON/RUN position, the brake PARKING BRAKE message to See Brake System Warning
system warning light will come on. appear in the DIC. The message will Light 0 128.
See Brake System Warning remain on until the parking brake is
Light 0 128. released or the vehicle is stopped.
To release the parking brake:
1. Hold the brake pedal down.
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Caution
Brake Assist Ride Control Systems
The Brake Assist feature is
Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in Traction Control/
can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle Electronic Stability
and cause premature wear or speed in emergency driving
damage to brake system parts. conditions. This feature uses the Control
Make sure that the parking brake stability system hydraulic brake System Operation
is fully released and the brake control module to supplement the
warning light is off before driving. power brake system under The vehicle has a Traction Control
conditions where the driver has System (TCS) and StabiliTrak, an
quickly and forcefully applied the electronic stability control system.
To release the parking brake, hold brake pedal in an attempt to quickly These systems help limit wheel slip
the regular brake pedal down, then stop or slow down the vehicle. The and assist the driver in maintaining
push down momentarily on the stability system hydraulic brake control, especially on slippery road
parking brake pedal until you feel control module increases brake conditions.
the pedal release. Slowly pull your pressure at each corner of the TCS activates if it senses that any
foot up off the parking brake pedal. vehicle until the ABS activates. of the drive wheels are spinning or
If the parking brake is not released Minor brake pedal pulsation or beginning to lose traction. When this
when you begin to drive, the brake pedal movement during this time is happens, TCS applies the brakes to
system warning light will be on and normal and the driver should the spinning wheels and reduces
a chime will sound warning you that continue to apply the brake pedal as engine power to limit wheel spin.
the parking brake is still on. the driving situation dictates. The
Brake Assist feature will StabiliTrak activates when the
automatically disengage when the vehicle senses a difference between
brake pedal is released or brake the intended path and the direction
pedal pressure is quickly the vehicle is actually traveling.
decreased. StabiliTrak selectively applies
braking pressure to any one of the
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vehicle wheel brakes to assist the 2. Turn the engine off and wait
driver in keeping the vehicle on the 15 seconds.
intended path. 3. Start the engine.
If cruise control is being used and
traction control or StabiliTrak begins Drive the vehicle. If d comes on
to limit wheel spin, cruise control will and stays on, the vehicle may need
disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems more time to diagnose the problem.
turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This If the condition persists, see your
conditions allow. light will: dealer.
Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting Turning the Systems Off
automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin. and On
started and begins to move. The . Flash when StabiliTrak is
systems may be heard or felt while activated.
they are operating or while
performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either
is normal and does not mean there system is not working.
is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to
It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the
systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC), and The button for TCS and StabiliTrak
conditions, but it may be necessary d comes on and stays on to is on the center console, behind the
to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive shift lever.
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in
See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 206 maintaining control. The vehicle is
safe to drive, but driving should be
Caution
and Turning the Systems Off and
On later in this section. adjusted accordingly. Do not repeatedly brake or
If d comes on and stays on: accelerate heavily when TCS is
off. The vehicle driveline could be
1. Stop the vehicle. damaged.
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To turn off only TCS, press and Cruise Control With the Traction Control System
release g. The traction off light i (TCS) or Electronic Stability Control
displays in the instrument cluster. To The cruise control lets the vehicle (ESC), the system may begin to
turn TCS on again, press and maintain a speed of about 40 km/h limit wheel spin while you are using
(25 mph) or more without keeping cruise control. If this happens, the
release g. The traction off light i your foot on the accelerator. Cruise cruise control will automatically
displayed in the instrument cluster control does not work at speeds disengage. See Traction Control/
will turn off. below 40 km/h (25 mph). Electronic Stability Control 0 235.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g If a collision alert occurs when
is pressed, the system will not turn { Warning cruise control is activated, cruise
control is disengaged. See Forward
off until the wheels stop spinning.
Cruise control can be dangerous Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 243.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, where you cannot drive safely at When road conditions allow you to
press and hold g until the traction a steady speed. Do not use safely use it again, cruise control
off light i and StabiliTrak OFF light cruise control on winding roads or can be turned back on.
g come on and stay on in the in heavy traffic. If the brakes are applied, cruise
instrument cluster. To turn TCS and Cruise control can be dangerous control disengages.
StabiliTrak on again, press and on slippery roads. On such roads,
release g. The traction off light i fast changes in tire traction can
and StabiliTrak OFF light g in the cause excessive wheel slip, and
instrument cluster turn off. you could lose control. Do not use
Adding accessories can affect the cruise control on slippery roads.
vehicle performance. See
Accessories and If equipped with a manual
Modifications 0 265. transmission, the cruise control will
remain active when the gears are
shifted. The cruise is deactivated if
the clutch is pressed for several
seconds.
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5 : Press to turn the cruise control To set a speed: Increasing Speed While Using
system on and off. A white indicator Cruise Control
1. Press 5 to turn the cruise
comes on in the instrument cluster If the cruise control system is
system on.
when cruise is turned on. already activated:
2. Get up to the desired speed.
* : Press to disengage cruise . Press and hold +RES on the
control without erasing the set 3. Press and release -SET. The steering wheel until the vehicle
speed from memory. desired set speed briefly accelerates to the desired
appears in the instrument speed, then release it.
+RES : If there is a set speed in
cluster.
memory, press briefly to resume that . To increase the speed in small
speed or press and hold to 4. Remove your foot from the increments, briefly press +RES.
accelerate. If cruise control is accelerator pedal. For each press, the vehicle goes
already active, use to increase The cruise control indicator on the about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster.
vehicle speed. instrument cluster turns green after The speedometer reading can be
SET : Press briefly to set the cruise control has been set to the displayed in either English or metric
speed and activate cruise control. desired speed. See Instrument units. See Instrument Cluster 0 116.
If cruise control is already active, Cluster 0 116. The increment value used depends
use to decrease vehicle speed. on the units displayed.
Resuming a Set Speed
Setting Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a Reducing Speed While Using
desired speed and then the brakes Cruise Control
If 5 is on when not in use, -SET or
+RES could get bumped and go into are applied or * is pressed, the If the cruise control system is
cruise when not desired. Keep 5 cruise control is disengaged without already activated:
off when cruise is not being used. erasing the set speed from memory. . Press and hold -SET until the
Once the vehicle speed reaches desired lower speed is reached,
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, then release it.
briefly press +RES. The vehicle
returns to the previous set speed.
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. To slow down in small accelerator pedal to maintain the
increments, briefly press -SET. vehicle speed. When going
Driver Assistance
For each press, the vehicle goes downhill, you might have to brake or Systems
about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. shift to a lower gear to keep your
This vehicle may have features that
The speedometer reading can be speed down. If the brake pedal is
work together to help avoid crashes
displayed in either English or metric applied, cruise control will
or reduce crash damage while
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 116. disengage.
driving, backing, and parking. Read
The increment value used depends Ending Cruise Control this entire section before using
on the units displayed. these systems.
There are four ways to end cruise
Passing Another Vehicle While control:
Using Cruise Control . Step lightly on the brake pedal.
{ Warning
Use the accelerator pedal to . Press the clutch pedal for Do not rely on the Driver
increase the vehicle speed. When several seconds or shift to Assistance Systems. These
you take your foot off the pedal, the Neutral (manual transmissions). systems do not replace the need
vehicle will slow down to the for paying attention and driving
previous set cruise speed. While . Shift the transmission to
safely. You may not hear or see
pressing the accelerator pedal or N (Neutral).
alerts or warnings provided by
shortly following the release to
override cruise control, briefly
. Press *. these systems. Failure to use
proper care when driving may
pressing -SET will result in cruise . Press 5.
control set to the current vehicle result in injury, death, or vehicle
speed. Erasing Speed Memory damage. See Defensive
Driving 0 201.
Using Cruise Control on Hills The cruise control set speed is
(Continued)
erased from memory if 5 is pressed
How well the cruise control works
on hills depends upon the vehicle or if the vehicle is turned off.
speed, load, and the steepness of
the hills. When going up steep hills,
you might have to step on the
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing
Under many conditions, these . Work if the area surrounding If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera
systems will not: the detection sensor is (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA),
. Detect children, damaged or not properly and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
pedestrians, bicyclists, repaired. may help the driver park or avoid
or animals. Complete attention is always objects. Always check around the
. required while driving, and you vehicle when parking or backing.
Detect vehicles or objects
outside the area monitored should be ready to take action Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
by the system. and apply the brakes and/or steer
the vehicle to avoid crashes. When the vehicle is shifted into
. Work at all driving speeds. R (Reverse), the RVC displays an
. Warn you or provide you image of the area behind the vehicle
with enough time to avoid a Audible Alert in the infotainment display. The
crash. Some driver assistance features previous screen displays when the
alert the driver of obstacles by vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse)
. Work under poor visibility or after a short delay. To return to the
bad weather conditions. beeping. To change the volume of
the warning chime, see Comfort previous screen sooner, press a
. Work if the detection sensor and Convenience under Vehicle button on the infotainment system,
is not cleaned or is covered Personalization 0 150. shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle
by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. speed of 8 km/h (5 mph).
. Work if the detection sensor
is covered up, such as with
a sticker, magnet, or metal
plate.
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Displayed images may be farther or Parking Assist

closer than they appear. The area With RPA, as the vehicle backs up
displayed is limited and objects that at speeds of less than 8 km/h
are close to either corner of the (5 mph), the sensors on the rear
bumper or under the bumper do not bumper may detect objects up to
display. 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle within
A warning triangle may display on a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the
the RVC screen to show that Rear ground and below bumper level.
Parking Assist (RPA) has detected These detection distances may be
an object. This triangle changes shorter during warmer or humid
from amber to red and increases in weather.
size the closer the object. Blocked sensors will not detect
1. View Displayed by the objects and can also cause false
Camera { Warning detections. Keep the sensors clean
of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush;
The camera(s) do not display and clean sensors after a car wash
children, pedestrians, bicyclists, in freezing temperatures.
crossing traffic, animals, or any
other object outside of the
cameras field of view, below the
{ Warning
bumper, or under the vehicle. The Parking Assist system does
Shown distances may be different not detect children, pedestrians,
from actual distances. Do not bicyclists, animals, or objects
drive or park the vehicle using located below the bumper or that
1. View Displayed by the only these camera(s). Always are too close or too far from the
Camera check behind and around the vehicle. It is not available at
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper vehicle before driving. Failure to speeds greater than 8 km/h
use proper care may result in (5 mph). To prevent injury, death,
injury, death, or vehicle damage. (Continued)
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very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the comes on when the features are on
Warning (Continued) vehicle rear), five beeps will sound and turns off when the features
from the rear. have been disabled.
or vehicle damage, even with
parking assist, always check the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Turn off RPA when towing a trailer.
area around the vehicle and If equipped, RCTA displays a red To turn the rear parking assist
check all mirrors before moving warning triangle with a left or right symbols or guidance lines on or off,
forward or backing. pointing arrow on the RVC screen to see Rear Camera under Vehicle
warn of traffic coming from the left Personalization 0 150.
or right. This system detects objects RCTA can also be turned on or off
coming from up to 20 m (65 ft) from through vehicle personalization. see
the left or right side of the vehicle. Collision/Detection Systems under
When an object is detected, three Vehicle Personalization 0 150.
beeps sound from the left or right,
depending on the direction of the Assistance Systems for
detected vehicle.
Driving
Use caution while backing up when
towing a trailer, as the RCTA If equipped, when driving the
detection zones that extend out vehicle in a forward gear, Forward
The instrument cluster may have a from the back of the vehicle do not Collision Alert (FCA), Lane
parking assist display with bars that move further back when a trailer is Departure Warning (LDW), Lane
show distance to object and object towed. Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone
location information for RPA. As the Alert (SBZA), and/or Lane Change
object gets closer, more bars light Turning the Features On or Off Alert (LCA) can help to avoid a
up and the bars change color from crash or reduce crash damage.
yellow to amber to red. The X button on the center
console is used to turn on or off the
When an object is first detected in Rear Parking Assist and RCTA. The
the rear, one beep will be heard indicator light next to the button
from the rear. When an object is
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Forward Collision Alert Warning (Continued)

objects. FCA will not detect another
vehicle ahead until it is completely
(FCA) System in the driving lane.
If equipped, the FCA system may does not warn of pedestrians,
animals, signs, guardrails,
help to avoid or reduce the harm
caused by front-end crashes. When bridges, construction barrels, { Warning
approaching a vehicle ahead too or other objects. Be ready to take FCA does not provide a warning
quickly, FCA provides a flashing red action and apply the brakes. See to help avoid a crash, unless it
alert on the windshield and rapidly Defensive Driving 0 201. detects a vehicle. FCA may not
beeps. FCA also lights an amber detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA
visual alert if following another FCA can be disabled with the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow,
vehicle much too closely. steering wheel control. or ice, or if the windshield is
FCA detects vehicles within a damaged. It may also not detect a
distance of approximately 60 m
Detecting the Vehicle Ahead vehicle on winding or hilly roads,
(197 ft) and operates at speeds or in conditions that can limit
above 40 km/h (25 mph). visibility such as fog, rain,
or snow, or if the headlamps or
{ Warning windshield are not cleaned or in
proper condition. Keep the
FCA is a warning system and windshield, headlamps, and FCA
does not apply the brakes. When sensors clean and in good repair.
approaching a slower-moving or FCA warnings will not occur unless
stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, the FCA system detects a vehicle
or when following a vehicle too ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
closely, FCA may not provide a the vehicle ahead indicator will
display green. Vehicles may not be
warning with enough time to help
detected on curves, highway exit
avoid a crash. It also may not
ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility;
provide any warning at all. FCA or if a vehicle ahead is partially
(Continued) blocked by pedestrians or other
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Collision Alert Tailgating Alert timing. The range of selectable alert

timing may not be appropriate for all
drivers and driving conditions.
Following Distance Indication
The following distance to a moving
vehicle you are following is
indicated in following time in
When your vehicle approaches The vehicle ahead indicator will seconds on the Driver Information
another detected vehicle too rapidly, display amber when you are Center (DIC). See Driver
the red FCA display will flash on the following a detected vehicle ahead Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
windshield. Also, eight rapid much too closely. 0 137 or Driver Information Center
high-pitched beeps will sound from (DIC) (Base Level) 0 134. The
Selecting the Alert Timing minimum following time is
the front. When this Collision Alert
occurs, the brake system may The Collision Alert control is on the 0.5 seconds away. If there is no
prepare for driver braking to occur steering wheel. Press [ to set the vehicle detected ahead, or the
more rapidly which can cause a FCA timing to far, medium, near, vehicle ahead is out of sensor
brief, mild deceleration. Continue to or off. The first button press shows range, dashes will be displayed.
apply the brake pedal as the driving the current control setting on the Unnecessary Alerts
situation dictates. Cruise control DIC. Additional button presses will
may be disengaged when the change this setting. The chosen FCA may provide unnecessary
Collision Alert occurs. setting will remain until it is changed alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in
and will affect the timing of both the other lanes, objects that are not
Collision Alert and the Tailgating vehicles, or shadows. These alerts
Alert features. The timing of both are normal operation and the
alerts will vary based on vehicle vehicle does not need service.
speed. The faster the vehicle speed,
the farther away the alert will occur.
Consider traffic and weather
conditions when selecting the alert
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Cleaning the System Lane Change Alert (LCA) LCA Detection Zones
If the FCA system does not seem to If equipped, the LCA system is a
operate properly, cleaning the lane-changing aid that assists
outside of the windshield in front of drivers with avoiding lane change
the camera sensor may correct the crashes that occur with moving
issue vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
Side Blind Zone approaching these areas from
Alert (SBZA) behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
If equipped, the SBZA system is a outside side mirror and will flash if
lane-changing aid that assists the turn signal is on. 1. SBZA Detection Zone
drivers with avoiding crashes that 2. LCA Detection Zone
occur with moving vehicles in the
side blind zone (or spot) areas. { Warning The LCA sensor covers a zone of
approximately one lane over from
When the vehicle is in a forward LCA does not alert the driver to both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
gear, the left or right side mirror vehicles outside of the system (11 ft). The height of the zone is
display will light up if a moving detection zones, pedestrians, approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
vehicle is detected in that blind and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The
bicyclists, or animals. It may not
zone. If the turn signal is activated Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
provide alerts when changing
and a vehicle is also detected on warning area starts at approximately
the same side, the display will flash lanes under all driving conditions.
Failure to use proper care when the middle of the vehicle and goes
as an extra warning not to change back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also
lanes. Since this system is part of changing lanes may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage. warned of vehicles rapidly
the Lane Change Alert (LCA) approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft)
system, read the entire LCA section Before making a lane change,
behind the vehicle.
before using this feature. always check mirrors, glance over
your shoulder, and use the turn
signals.
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How the System Works If the turn signal is activated in the when a trailer is towed. Use caution
same direction as a detected while changing lanes when towing a
The LCA symbol lights up in the
vehicle, this display will flash as an trailer. LCA may alert to objects
side mirrors when the system
extra warning not to change lanes. attached to the vehicle, such as a
detects a moving vehicle in the next
LCA can be disabled through trailer, bicycle, or object extending
lane over that is in the side blind
vehicle personalization. See out to either side of the vehicle.
zone or rapidly approaching that
Collision/Detection Systems under Attached objects may also interfere
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol
Vehicle Personalization 0 150. with the detection of vehicles. This
indicates it may be unsafe to
If LCA is disabled by the driver, the is normal system operation; the
change lanes. Before making a lane
LCA mirror displays will not light up. vehicle does not need service.
change, check the LCA display,
check mirrors, glance over your LCA may not always alert the driver
shoulder, and use the turn signals.
When the System Does Not to vehicles in the next lane over,
Seem to Work Properly especially in wet conditions or when
The LCA system requires some driving on sharp curves. The system
driving for the system to calibrate to does not need to be serviced. The
maximum performance. This system may light up due to
calibration may occur more quickly if guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and
the vehicle is driven on a straight other non-moving objects. This is
Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror highway road with traffic and normal system operation; the
Display Display roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, vehicle does not need service.
barriers). During a trip, the LCA LCA may not operate when the LCA
When the vehicle is started, both system is not operational until the sensors in the left or right corners of
outside mirror LCA displays will vehicle first reaches a speed of the rear bumper are covered with
briefly come on to indicate the 24 km/h (15 mph). mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in
system is operating. When the heavy rainstorms. For cleaning
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left LCA displays may not come on
when passing a vehicle quickly, for instructions, see "Washing the
or right side mirror display will light Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 342.
up if a moving vehicle is detected in a stopped vehicle, or when towing a
trailer. The LCA detection zones If the DIC still displays the system
the next lane over in that blind zone unavailable message after cleaning
that extend back from the side of
or rapidly approaching that zone.
the vehicle do not move further back
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both sides of the vehicle toward the of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
rear corners of the vehicle, see your system, read the entire LKA section Warning (Continued)
dealer. before using this feature.
lane or give a Lane Departure
If the LCA displays do not light up Warning (LDW) alert, even if a
when moving vehicles are in the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) lane marking is detected.
side blind zone or rapidly If equipped, LKA may help avoid
approaching this zone and the The LKA and LDW systems
crashes due to unintentional lane
system is clean, the system may departures. It may assist by gently may not:
need service. Take the vehicle to turning the steering wheel if the . Provide an alert or enough
your dealer. vehicle approaches a detected lane steering assist to avoid a
When LCA is disabled for any marking without using a turn signal lane departure or crash.
reason other than the driver turning in that direction. It may also provide . Detect lane markings under
it off, the Lane Change Alert On a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
poor weather or visibility
option will not be available on the system alert as the lane marking is
conditions. This can occur if
personalization menu. crossed. The LKA system will not
the windshield or
assist or provide an LDW alert if it headlamps are blocked by
Radio Frequency Information detects that you are actively
dirt, snow, or ice, if they are
See Radio Frequency steering. Override LKA by turning
not in proper condition, or if
Statement 0 379. the steering wheel. LKA uses a
the sun shines directly into
camera to detect lane markings
the camera.
Lane Departure between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
180 km/h (112 mph). . Detect road edges.
Warning (LDW) . Detect lanes on winding or
If equipped, LDW may help avoid { Warning hilly roads.
crashes due to unintentional lane
The LKA system does not If LKA only detects lane markings
departures. It may provide a
continuously steer the vehicle. on one side of the road, it will
warning if the vehicle is crossing a
detected lane marking without using It may not keep the vehicle in the only assist or provide an LDW
a turn signal in the lane departure (Continued) (Continued)
direction. Since this system is part
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How the System Works When the System Does Not

Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly
The LKA camera sensor is on the
alert when approaching the lane windshield ahead of the rearview The system performance may be
on the side where it has detected mirror. affected by:
a lane marking. Even with LKA
and LDW, you must steer the
To turn LKA on and off, press A . Close vehicles ahead.
on the steering wheel. . Sudden lighting changes, such
vehicle. Always keep your
attention on the road and When on, A is green if LKA is as when driving through tunnels.
maintain proper vehicle position available to assist and provide LDW . Banked roads.
within the lane, or vehicle alerts. It may assist by gently . Roads with poor lane markings,
damage, injury, or death could turning the steering wheel and such as two-lane roads.
occur. Always keep the display A as amber if the vehicle
windshield, headlamps, and If the LKA system is not functioning
approaches a detected lane marking
camera sensors clean and in properly when lane markings are
without using a turn signal in that
good repair. Do not use LKA in clearly visible, cleaning the
direction. It may also provide an
windshield may help.
bad weather conditions. LDW alert by flashing A amber
as the lane marking is crossed. LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts
Additionally, there will be three may occur due to tar marks,
shadows, cracks in the road,
{ Warning beeps on the right or left, depending
on the lane departure direction. temporary or construction lane
markings, or other road
Using LKA while towing a trailer The LKA system does not imperfections. This is normal system
or on slippery roads could cause continuously steer the vehicle. operation; the vehicle does not need
loss of control of the vehicle and If LKA does not detect active driver service. Turn LKA off if these
a crash. Turn the system off. steering, an alert and chime may be conditions continue.
provided. Move the steering wheel
to dismiss.
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Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline

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

affected. The malfunction indicator not available, one bottle of GM Fuel Caution
lamp could turn on and the vehicle System Treatment Cleaner added to
may not pass a smog-check test. the fuel tank at every engine oil Engine damage may occur if
See Malfunction Indicator Lamp change, can help. GM Fuel System recommended fuels are not used,
0 126. If this occurs, return to your Treatment Cleaner is the only which may void the vehicle
authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it gasoline additive recommended by warranty. Some improper
is determined that the condition is General Motors. It is available at fuels are:
caused by the type of fuel used, your dealer. . Diesel fuel with the addition
repairs may not be covered by the of gasoline.
vehicle warranty. Fuel for Diesel Engines . Diesel fuel mixed with
The selection of a high quality fuel engine oil or automatic
Fuels in Foreign is important for maintaining optimum transmission fluid.
Countries (Gasoline) performance. Do not use diesel fuel . Triglyceride fuels, such as
The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post with more than 15 ppm sulfur
raw vegetable oil or animal
fuel octane ratings in anti-knock content. Do not use a diesel blend fat, in any form, including
index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a containing more than 20% biodiesel
with blends of diesel or
foreign country, see Prohibited by volume. Both diesel and
biodiesel.
Fuels in Fuel (Gasoline) 0 249. biodiesel blends must meet all the
requirements as defined in the most . Marine diesel fuel and
current versions of the local fuel fuel oils.
Fuel Additives (Gasoline) standards. See the recommended . Diesel-water emulsions,
To keep fuel systems clean, TOP fuels under What Fuel to Use in the such as Aquazole.
TIER Detergent Gasoline is U.S. (Diesel) 0 251 and What Fuel
recommended. See Fuel to Use in Canada (Diesel) 0 252. . Aftermarket diesel fuel
(Gasoline) 0 249. additives, which contain
alcohols, organo-metallic
additives, or water
emulsifiers.
(Continued)
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Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued)

. Diesel fuel with sulfur locomotive, or boiler distillate fuel
greater than 15 ppm. since it may contain higher sulfur
levels.
Some conditions, such as dirty fuel,
may decrease fuel filter life and a Diesel Fuel Grades
CHANGE FUEL FILTER message
may come on in the Driver For best results use No. 2-D diesel
Information Center (DIC). fuel year-round because it is
blended for seasonal temperature
differences, both above and below
What Fuel to Use in the The diesel fuel must meet ASTM freezing conditions. No. 1-D diesel
U.S. (Diesel) International specification D 975, also meeting ASTM International
Grades No. 2-D or No. 1-D S15, D975 fuel can be used in very cold
Use of diesel fuel with ultra low also known as Ultra Low Sulfur
sulfur content (15 ppm, maximum) is temperatures (below -18 C or 0 F);
Diesel. Contact a fuel supplier or however, it will reduce power and
required. Look for service station fueling station with any questions.
fuel dispensers with this label in fuel economy. Avoid using No. 1-D
green: diesel fuel in warm or hot climates.
Caution It can result in stalling, poor starting
when the engine is hot, and damage
Use of diesel fuel other than Ultra to the fuel injection system.
Low Sulfur Diesel (15 ppm sulfur
maximum) will cause damage to Premium Diesel Fuel
the exhaust after-treatment Premium Diesel Fuel (FQP-1A)
system. This damage would not corresponds to the Engine
be covered by the vehicle Manufacturers Association (EMA)
warranty. Do not use marine, Recommended Guideline. It may
(Continued)
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provide less noise, better starting, pump label. To reduce the risk of
and better vehicle performance, but poor quality fuel, purchase biodiesel
is not required. blends from a fuel supplier or fueling
station that sells BQ-9000 certified
Biodiesel Blends biodiesel. See www.bq-9000.org for
Retail pumps dispensing blends a list of certified marketers. For
containing up to 5% biodiesel (B5) detailed information on the use of
are not required to be labeled with biodiesel, see Biodiesel 0 253.
the concentration of biodiesel.
Blends up to B5 must meet ASTM What Fuel to Use in
D975 (Grades No. 2-D or No. 1-D
S15 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel). When
Canada (Diesel)
refueling with a biodiesel blend Use of diesel fuel with ultra low
above B5, one of the following sulfur content (15 ppm, maximum) is
labels should appear on the required. Use diesel fuel that meets
dispenser: the CAN/CGSB-3.517 specification
in Canada. Contact a fuel supplier
with questions about fuel.
Caution
Use of diesel fuel other than Ultra
Low Sulfur Diesel (15 ppm sulfur
maximum) will cause damage to
the exhaust after-treatment
Blends containing more than 5% system. This damage would not
and up to 20% biodiesel must meet be covered by the vehicle
ASTM specification D7467 warranty. Do not use marine,
(Biodiesel blend, B6 - B20) and are
labeled with an orange or blue (Continued)
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Biodiesel Blends in Canada Accidental Refueling with

Caution (Continued) Gasoline
Biodiesel blends that meet the
locomotive, or boiler distillate fuel CAN/CGSB-3.522 specifications up
since it may contain higher sulfur to 20% (B20) can be used. Avoid Caution
levels. the use of biodiesel blends above
20%, as they may damage the If the vehicle is accidentally
engine and fuel system. For detailed refueled with gasoline, do not
Diesel Fuel Types information on the use of biodiesel, continue driving the vehicle
For best results use Ultra Low see Biodiesel 0 253. except to get to a location where
Sulfur Type B Diesel. This fuel is it can be stopped safely. Driving
Refueling the vehicle will damage the fuel
blended for seasonal changes. In
extreme cold temperatures (below Diesel fuel can foam when filling the system. Have the vehicle towed
-18 C or 0 F) Ultra Low Sulfur Type tank. This can cause the automatic to a qualified technician to have
A Diesel fuel can be used, but it pump nozzle to shut off, even if the the gasoline removed from the
may cause power and fuel economy tank is not full. If this happens, wait tank and fuel system. Flush the
losses. Avoid using Type A Diesel for the foaming to stop, and then fill fuel system with Ultra Low Sulfur
fuel in warm or hot climates. Doing the tank more slowly. See Filling the Diesel fuel to ensure all gasoline
so can result in stalling, poor Tank 0 259. is removed.
starting when the engine is hot, and
damage to the fuel injection system. { Warning Biodiesel
Premium Diesel Fuel Heat coming from the engine can Biodiesel is a renewable fuel
If available, premium diesel fuel cause the fuel to expand and produced from vegetable oils or
(FQP-1A) corresponding to the force the fuel out of the tank. animal fats that have been
Engine Manufacturers Association If something ignites the fuel, a fire chemically modified to make it
(EMA) Recommended Guideline could start. To help avoid this, fill compatible with diesel fuel.
could provide better starting and the tank slowly and only until the
vehicle performance with less noise. nozzle shuts off. Do not top it off.
Clean up any spilled fuel.
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refueling provides the best Fuels improperly blended for cold

Caution opportunity to have a supply of fresh temperature operation may result in
fuel. Storage at hot ambient restricted fuel filters and degraded
Do not use home-made biodiesel temperatures will accelerate vehicle performance. GM diesel
or home test kits because the biodiesel degradation. vehicles are equipped with a fuel
quality cannot be verified by heating system to provide an extra
approved scientific methods. Do Owners who use very little fuel,
or who have vehicles stored for level of protection against filter
not use raw vegetable oil or other plugging from gelling or waxing of
unmodified bio-oils, fats, extended periods of time, should
avoid the use of biodiesel blended conventional diesel fuel and
or blends of vegetable oil with biodiesel blends. If the operating
fuels above 5% by volume. When
diesel. They could damage the temperature is far below the
vehicles are stored for longer than
fuel system and engine, and one month, they should be run out temperature at which gelling or
damages would not be covered of biodiesel to below one-quarter waxing of the fuel occurs, the
by the vehicle warranty. tank, refueled with Ultra Low Sulfur system cannot prevent all cases of
Diesel fuel, and driven at least filter plugging.
32 km (20 mi) before storage. If the vehicle experiences a fuel
filter restriction, the on-board
Caution At temperatures below 0 C (32 F),
it is recommended to switch to Ultra monitoring system will alert the
Do not use blends containing Low Sulfur Diesel fuel with no driver that the fuel filter requires
more than 20% biodiesel. Any biodiesel content, or to blends with service. The fuel filter, however, will
engine, fuel system, or exhaust biodiesel containing less than 5% by not prevent all damage caused by
after-treatment system damage volume. At these extreme cold poor quality biodiesel.
would not be covered by the temperatures, biodiesel blends
vehicle warranty. higher than 5% by volume may
cause fuel filter plugging and
system gelling, which can lead to
Biodiesel fuel quality degrades with vehicle operability problems.
time and exposure to high
temperature quicker than Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel fuel. More frequent
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Cold Weather Operation Water in Fuel (Diesel) Water in Fuel Troubleshooting

(Diesel) Improper fuel tank inspection or If the WATER IN FUEL - CONTACT
cleaning, or contaminated fuel from SERVICE message comes on:
In cold weather, the fuel filter may
become clogged by wax naturally suppliers, can cause water to be Recommended
present in the fuel. To unclog it, pumped into the fuel tank along with Problem Action
move the vehicle to a warm garage the diesel fuel. If a WATER IN FUEL
Message The fuel filter is
area and allow the filter to warm up. - CONTACT SERVICE message
displays but partially filled
The fuel filter may need to be displays, the water must be drained
goes off during with water. Drain
replaced. See Fuel Filter immediately.
the ignition the water as
Replacement (Diesel) 0 258. cycle. soon as
At temperatures below 0 C (32 F), { Warning possible. See
it is recommended to avoid using "Removing
Diesel fuel containing water is still Water from the
biodiesel blends above 5% blend. combustible. You or others could
This blend may cause fuel filter Fuel Filter"
be burned. If the fuel needs to be following.
plugging, system gelling, and
drained, keep sparks, flames, and
freezing that may affect vehicle
starting. You may need to place the smoking materials away from the
ignition in Service Only Mode and mixture.
off a few times before the vehicle
will start, see Ignition Positions As an added precaution, drain the
(Keyless Access) 0 212 or Ignition diesel fuel filter of residual water at
Positions (Key Access) 0 210. Also, every engine oil change. If the
idle the vehicle for a couple of WATER IN FUEL - CONTACT
minutes before accelerating. SERVICE message comes on
For additional information for better frequently, even after draining water
cold weather operation, see Engine from the fuel filter, see your dealer.
Heater 0 218.
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Recommended Recommended Caution

Problem Action Problem Action
Message Drain the fuel Immediately A large amount Driving with this message on can
displays and filter after refueling, of water is in the damage the fuel injection system
stays on. immediately. message fuel tank. Drain and the engine. If the message
If no water can displays and the fuel filter comes on right after a refuel,
be drained, and stays on. immediately. water was pumped into the fuel
the temperature If the message tank. Turn off the engine and
is below stays on or drain the water immediately.
freezing, then comes back on
water may be without
Removing Water from the Fuel
frozen in the refueling, then
Filter
filter. Move the fuel tank purging
vehicle to a is required. See To drain water:
warm location to your dealer. 1. Turn the engine off and apply
thaw the water, If the message the parking brake.
then drain the displays and the
fuel. If water still engine stalls or 2. Place a container under the
does not drain, runs rough, do filter drain valve, which is on
see your dealer. not drive until the bottom of the fuel filter.
the water
contaminated
fuel is drained.
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5. Retighten the drain plug by To prime the fuel system:

turning it clockwise. 1. With the engine off, press and
6. Properly dispose of the water hold the start button without
contaminated fuel. applying the brake for
7. Start the engine and let it run five seconds to place the
for a few minutes. During the vehicle in Service mode. Wait
draining process, air may have approximately five seconds
entered the fuel system. If the and press start again to turn it
engine stalls, the fuel system off. Do this step three times or
may need to be primed. See more while the engine is off.
Fuel Priming following. 2. Press the start button with
brake applied for a maximum
3. Turn the drain plug Fuel Priming of 40 seconds at a time, with
counterclockwise using a For the fuel system to work properly, five seconds between ignition
suitable tool. air cannot be in the fuel lines. If air attempts, until the engine
4. With the engine off, press and gets in, the engine may not start starts. If the engine tries to run,
hold ENGINE START/STOP and the fuel lines will need to be but does not run smoothly,
without applying the brake for primed before operating the vehicle. increase the RPMs slightly by
five seconds to place the If air is present, the following may using the accelerator pedal.
vehicle in Service mode. Wait have happened: This will help force air through
approximately five seconds, the system.
and then press ENGINE . The vehicle ran out of fuel.
3. Repeat Step 2 if the engine
START/STOP again to turn it . The fuel filter was removed. stalls and will not restart.
off. This operation will enhance . The fuel lines were removed or 4. After a few attempts, if the
water flow out of the filter. The
disconnected. engine still does not start, see
filter is drained as soon as
diesel fuel emerges from . The fuel filter water drain valve your dealer.
the port. was opened while the engine
was running.
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Running Out of Fuel Fuel Filter Replacement

(Diesel) (Diesel)
{ Warning { Warning
Diesel fuel is flammable. It could Diesel fuel is flammable. It could
start a fire if something ignites it, start a fire if something ignites it,
and people could be burned. Do and people could be burned. Do
not let it get on hot engine parts, not let it get on hot engine parts,
and keep matches or other and keep matches or other
ignition sources away. ignition sources away.
3. Remove the filter element cap
If the engine has stalled due to The fuel filter is under the vehicle on by turning it counterclockwise.
running out of fuel, add at least the driver side in front of the left
4. Remove the filter element and
7.6 L (2 gal) of fuel if parked on a rear tire.
o-rings. If there is any dirt on
level surface, or up to 18.9 L (5 gal) 1. Drain any water from the filter.
of fuel if parked on a slope, and the filter sealing surface, clean
See Removing Water from it off.
perform the procedure under Fuel Fuel Filter in Water in Fuel
Priming previously in this section. 5. Install the new filter element
(Diesel) 0 255.
and o-rings.
Keep the engine off until the
procedure is completed. 6. Reinstall and tighten the filter
cap to the housing.
2. Apply the parking brake.
7. Use the fuel filter priming
procedure to prime the fuel
filter. See Fuel Priming in
Water in Fuel (Diesel) 0 255.
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8. Start the engine and let it idle

for five minutes. Check the fuel Warning (Continued)
filter and air bleed valve for
. Do not re-enter the vehicle
leaks.
while pumping fuel.
Filling the Tank . Keep children away from
the fuel pump and never let
children pump fuel.
{ Warning . Fuel can spray out if the fuel
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn cap is opened too quickly.
violently and can cause injury or This spray can happen if the
death. tank is nearly full, and is
. To help avoid injuries to you more likely in hot weather. The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel
and others, read and follow Open the fuel cap slowly door on the passenger side of the
all the instructions on the and wait for any hiss noise vehicle. To open the fuel door, push
fuel pump island. to stop, then unscrew the and release the rearward center
cap all the way. edge of the door.
. Turn off the engine when
refueling. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise
to remove. Reinstall the cap by
. Keep sparks, flames, and turning it clockwise until it clicks.
smoking materials away
from fuel. On vehicles with gasoline engines,
if the cap is not properly installed,
. Do not leave the fuel pump the malfunction indicator lamp will
unattended. come on. See Malfunction Indicator
. Do not use a cell phone Lamp 0 126.
while refueling.
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Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)

{ Warning { Warning
Overfilling the fuel tank by more If a fire starts while you are
than three clicks of a standard fill refueling, do not remove the
nozzle may cause: nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
. Vehicle performance issues, shutting off the pump or by
including engine stalling and notifying the station attendant.
damage to the fuel system. Leave the area immediately.
. Fuel spills.
. Potential fuel fires.
Caution
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a If a new fuel cap is needed, be
few seconds after you have finished sure to get the right type of cap DEF is a non-toxic solution that is
pumping before removing the from your dealer. The wrong type sprayed into the exhaust stream of
nozzle. Clean fuel from painted of fuel cap may not fit properly, diesel vehicles to cause a chemical
surfaces as soon as possible. See may cause the malfunction reaction and break down NOx
Exterior Care 0 342. indicator lamp to light, and could emissions into harmless nitrogen
damage the fuel tank and and water.
emissions system. See DEF is not a fuel additive and never
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 0 126. comes into contact with diesel fuel.
It is stored in a separate tank. The
fill port is behind the fuel door next
to the regular fuel cap. It has a blue
filler cap. See Diesel Exhaust
Fluid 0 223.
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Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing

Container
. Place the nozzle inside the General Towing
{ Warning fill opening of the container
before dispensing fuel, and
Information
Filling a portable fuel container keep it in contact with the fill The vehicle is neither designed nor
while it is in the vehicle can cause opening until filling is intended to tow a trailer.
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
badly burned and the vehicle expansion.
could be damaged. Always:
. Do not smoke, light
. Use approved fuel matches, or use lighters
containers. while pumping fuel.
. Remove the container from . Avoid using cell phones or
the vehicle, trunk, or pickup other electronic devices.
bed before filling.
. Place the container on the
ground.
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Conversions and Caution

Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can
damage the vehicle or cause
Add-On Electrical components to not work and
Equipment would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always check
{ Warning with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment.
The Data Link Connector (DLC) is
used for vehicle service and
Emission Inspection/Maintenance Add-on equipment can drain the
testing. See Malfunction Indicator vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
vehicle is not operating.
Lamp 0 126. A device connected
to the DLC such as an The vehicle has an airbag system.
aftermarket fleet or Before attempting to add anything
driver-behavior tracking device electrical to the vehicle, see
may interfere with vehicle Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
systems. This could affect vehicle Vehicle 0 84 and Adding Equipment
operation and cause a crash. to the Airbag-Equipped
Such devices may also access Vehicle 0 84.
information stored in the vehicles
systems.
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Battery - North America . . . . . . 285

Vehicle Care Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 286
Automatic Transmission Shift Wheels and Tires
General Information Lock Control Function Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 264 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
California Proposition Ignition Transmission Lock Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
California Perchlorate Park Brake and P (Park) Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 303
Materials Requirements . . . . . 264 Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 287 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Accessories and Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 288 Tire Terminology and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Vehicle Checks Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Tire Pressure for High-Speed
Doing Your Own Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Bulb Replacement Tire Pressure Monitor
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Engine Compartment Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Tire Pressure Monitor
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 273 Headlamps and Front Turn Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Automatic Transmission Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 When It Is Time for New
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Taillamps and Back-Up Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Manual Transmission Fluid . . . 275 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Different Size Tires and
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 276 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Electrical System
Electrical System Overload . . . 293 Uniform Tire Quality
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 281 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 294
Engine Compartment Fuse Wheel Alignment and Tire
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 319
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
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Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 General Information contain and/or emit chemicals

If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 known to the State of California to
Tire Sealant and For service and parts needs, visit cause cancer and birth defects or
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 your dealer. You will receive other reproductive harm. Engine
Storing the Tire Sealant and genuine GM parts and GM-trained exhaust, many parts and systems,
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 and supported service people. many fluids, and some component
Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Genuine GM parts have one of wear by-products contain and/or
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 335 these marks: emit these chemicals.
Jump Starting See Battery - North America 0 285
Jump Starting - North and Jump Starting - North
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 America 0 336.
Towing the Vehicle California Perchlorate
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Recreational Vehicle Materials Requirements
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 Certain types of automotive
applications, such as airbag
Appearance Care
initiators, safety belt pretensioners,
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
and lithium batteries contained in
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
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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Accessories and Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks

resulting from modifications or the
Modifications installation or use of non-GM
Adding non-dealer accessories or certified parts, including control Doing Your Own
making modifications to the vehicle module or software modifications, is Service Work
can affect vehicle performance and not covered under the terms of the
safety, including such things as
airbags, braking, stability, ride and
vehicle warranty and may affect
remaining warranty coverage for
{ Warning
handling, emissions systems, affected parts. It can be dangerous to work on
aerodynamics, durability, and GM Accessories are designed to your vehicle if you do not have
electronic systems like antilock complement and function with other the proper knowledge, service
brakes, traction control, and stability systems on the vehicle. See your manual, tools, or parts. Always
control. These accessories or dealer to accessorize the vehicle follow owner manual procedures
modifications could even cause using genuine GM Accessories and consult the service manual
malfunction or damage not covered installed by a dealer technician. for your vehicle before doing any
by the vehicle warranty. service work.
Also, see Adding Equipment to the
Damage to suspension components Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 84.
caused by modifying vehicle height
If doing some of your own service
outside of factory settings will not be
work, use the proper service
covered by the vehicle warranty.
manual. It tells you much more
about how to service the vehicle
than this manual can. To order the
proper service manual, see Service
Publications Ordering
Information 0 378.
This vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to do your own
service work, see Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 84.
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266 Vehicle Care
Keep a record with all parts receipts 1. Open the driver side door and To close the hood:
and list the mileage and the date of pull the hood release handle. 1. Before closing the hood, be
any service work performed. See It is on the lower left side of the sure all the filler caps are
Maintenance Records 0 364. instrument panel between the properly installed.
door and the steering wheel.
Caution 2. Lift the hood to relieve
2. Release the handle, then pull pressure on the hood prop.
the handle again to fully open Remove the hood prop from
Even small amounts of the hood.
contamination can cause damage the slot on the underside of the
to vehicle systems. Do not allow hood and return the prop to its
contaminants to contact the fluids, retainer. The prop rod must
reservoir caps, or dipsticks. click into place when returning
it to the retainer to prevent
hood damage.
Hood 3. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in)
To open the hood: above the vehicle and release
it so it fully latches.
4. Check to make sure the hood
is closed. If not, release the
hood from inside and repeat
Steps 13.
3. Go to the front of the vehicle
and lift the hood and release
the hood prop from its retainer,
located above the radiator.
Securely place the hood prop
into the slot on the underside of
the hood.
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Engine Compartment Overview
1.4L L4 Engine (LE2)

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268 Vehicle Care
1. Engine Air Cleaner/ 4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of 6. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
Filter 0 276. View). See Cooling and Pressure Cap. See
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See System 0 277. Engine Coolant 0 278.
When to Add Engine Oil 5. Brake/Clutch Fluid 7. Windshield Washer Fluid
under Engine Oil 0 270. Reservoir. See Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Adding
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 0 284 and Hydraulic Washer Fluid under
Checking Engine Oil under Clutch 0 275. Washer Fluid 0 282.
Engine Oil 0 270. 8. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0 294.
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1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7)

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270 Vehicle Care
1. Engine Air Cleaner/ Following these simple, but

Filter 0 276. important steps will help protect { Warning
2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See your investment:
The engine oil dipstick handle
Checking Engine Oil under . Use engine oil approved to the
Engine Oil 0 270. may be hot; it could burn you.
proper specification and of the Use a towel or glove to touch the
3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of proper viscosity grade. See
View). See Cooling dipstick handle.
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
System 0 277. in this section.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See If a low oil Driver Information Center
. Check the engine oil level
When to Add Engine Oil (DIC) message displays, check the
under Engine Oil 0 270. regularly and maintain the oil level.
proper oil level. See Checking
5. Brake/Clutch Fluid
Engine Oil and When to Add Follow these guidelines:
Reservoir. See Brake Fluid
Engine Oil in this section. . To get an accurate reading, park
0 284 and Hydraulic
Clutch 0 275. . Change the engine oil at the the vehicle on level ground.
6. Engine Coolant Surge Tank appropriate time. See Engine Oil Check the engine oil level after
and Pressure Cap. See Life System 0 273. the engine has been off for at
Engine Coolant 0 278. . Always dispose of engine oil least two hours. Checking the
7. Windshield Washer Fluid engine oil level on steep grades
properly. See What to Do with
Reservoir. See Adding or too soon after engine shutoff
Used Oil in this section.
Washer Fluid under can result in incorrect readings.
Washer Fluid 0 282. Checking Engine Oil Accuracy improves when
8. Engine Compartment Fuse checking a cold engine prior to
Check the engine oil level regularly starting. Remove the dipstick
Block 0 294. (every 650 km (400 mi), especially and check the level.
prior to a long trip. The engine oil
Engine Oil dipstick handle is a loop. See . If unable to wait two hours, the
Engine Compartment Overview engine must be off for at least
To ensure proper engine 15 minutes if the engine is
0 267 for the location.
performance and long life, careful warm, or at least 30 minutes if
attention must be paid to engine oil. the engine is not warm. Pull out
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the dipstick, wipe it with a clean the level. See Selecting the Right Add enough oil to put the level
paper towel or cloth, then push it Engine Oil later in this section for somewhere in the proper operating
back in all the way. Remove it an explanation of what kind of oil to range. Push the dipstick all the way
again, keeping the tip down, and use. For engine oil crankcase back in when through.
check the level. capacity, see Capacities and
Specifications 0 366. Selecting the Right Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil (Gasoline Engines)
Caution Selecting the right engine oil
depends on both the proper oil
Do not add too much oil. Oil specification and viscosity grade.
levels above or below the See Recommended Fluids and
acceptable operating range Lubricants 0 361.
shown on the dipstick are harmful
Specification
to the engine. If you find that you
have an oil level above the Ask for and use engine oils that
operating range, i.e., the engine meet the dexos1 specification.
Gasoline
has so much oil that the oil level Engine oils that have been
gets above the cross-hatched approved by GM as meeting the
area that shows the proper dexos1 specification are marked
operating range, the engine could with the dexos1 approved logo. See
be damaged. You should drain www.gmdexos.com.
out the excess oil or limit driving
of the vehicle and seek a service
Diesel professional to remove the
excess amount of oil.
If the oil is below the cross-hatched
area at the tip of the dipstick and
the engine has been off for at least See Engine Compartment Overview
15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the 0 267 for the location of the engine
recommended oil and then recheck oil fill cap.
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272 Vehicle Care
Specification Viscosity Grade

Caution
Ask for and use engine oils that Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade
Failure to use the recommended meet the dexos2 specification. engine oil.
engine oil or equivalent can result Engine oils that have been Cold Temperature Operation: In an
in engine damage not covered by approved by GM as meeting the area of extreme cold, where the
the vehicle warranty. dexos2 specification are marked temperature falls below 29 C
with the dexos2 approved logo. See (20 F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be
www.gmdexos.com. used. An oil of this viscosity grade
Viscosity Grade
will provide easier cold starting for
Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade the engine at extremely low
engine oil. temperatures. When selecting an oil
Cold Temperature Operation: In an of the appropriate viscosity grade, it
area of extreme cold, where the is recommended to select an oil of
temperature falls below 29 C the correct specification. See
(20 F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be Specification earlier in this section.
used. An oil of this viscosity grade See Specification earlier in this
will provide easier cold starting for
Caution section.
the engine at extremely low Use only engine oil that is
temperatures. When selecting an oil approved to the dexos2
of the appropriate viscosity grade, it
specification or equivalent engine
is recommended to select an oil of
oil as defined in the preceding
the correct specification. See
Specification earlier in this section. paragraph. Failure to use the
recommended engine oil can
Selecting the Right Engine Oil result in engine damage not
(Diesel Engines) covered by the vehicle warranty.
Selecting the right engine oil
depends on both the proper oil
specification and viscosity grade:
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Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the

Oil Flushes environment. If you change your
own oil, be sure to drain all the oil
Do not add anything to the oil. The from the filter before disposal. Never
recommended oils meeting the dispose of oil by putting it in the
dexos specification are all that is trash or pouring it on the ground,
needed for good performance and into sewers, or into streams or
engine protection. bodies of water. Recycle it by taking
Engine oil system flushes are not it to a place that collects used oil.
recommended and could cause
engine damage not covered by the Engine Oil Life System
vehicle warranty.
When to Change Engine Oil
What to Do with Used Oil
This vehicle has a computer system
Used engine oil contains certain that indicates when to change the
elements that can be unhealthy for engine oil and filter. This is based
your skin and could even cause on a combination of factors which
cancer. Do not let used oil stay on include engine revolutions, engine
your skin for very long. Clean your temperature, and miles driven.
skin and nails with soap and water, Based on driving conditions, the
or a good hand cleaner. Wash or mileage at which an oil change is
properly dispose of clothing or rags indicated can vary considerably. For
containing used engine oil. See the the oil life system to work properly,
manufacturer's warnings about the the system must be reset every time
use and disposal of oil products. the oil is changed.
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274 Vehicle Care
When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil 2. Press and hold V on the DIC
that oil life has been diminished, it Life System while the Oil Life display is
indicates that an oil change is active. The oil life will change
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Reset the system whenever the
engine oil is changed so that the to 100%.
OIL SOON message comes on. See
Engine Oil Messages 0 142. system can calculate the next The oil life system can also be reset
Change the oil as soon as possible engine oil change. To reset the as follows:
within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). system:
1. Turn the ignition on with the
It is possible that, if driving under Resetting the Oil Life System engine off. See Ignition
the best conditions, the oil life (Base Level Cluster) Positions (Keyless Access)
system might indicate that an oil 0 212 or Ignition Positions (Key
change is not necessary for up to a 1. Display the REMAINING OIL
LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Access) 0 210.
year. The engine oil and filter must
be changed at least once a year Information Center (DIC) 2. Fully press and release the
and, at this time, the system must (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver accelerator pedal three times
be reset. Your dealer has trained Information Center (DIC) (Base within five seconds.
service people who will perform this Level) 0 134. The system is reset when the
work and reset the system. It is also 2. Press and hold SET/CLR on CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
important to check the oil regularly the turn signal lever while the message goes off.
over the course of an oil drain Oil Life display is active. The If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
interval and keep it at the proper oil life will change to 100%. message comes back on when the
level. vehicle is started, the engine oil life
Resetting the Oil Life System
If the system is ever reset (Uplevel Cluster) system has not been reset. Repeat
accidentally, the oil must be the procedure.
changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) 1. Display the REMAINING OIL
since the last oil change. LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
Remember to reset the oil life Information Center (DIC)
system whenever the oil is changed. (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver
Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 134.
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Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission When to Check and What

Fluid Fluid to Use
How to Check Automatic How to Check Manual

Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the It is not necessary to check the
transmission fluid level. manual transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only A transmission fluid leak is the only
reason for fluid loss. If a leak reason for fluid loss. If a leak
occurs, take the vehicle to your occurs, take the vehicle to your The hydraulic brake/clutch fluid
dealer and have it repaired as soon dealer and have it repaired as soon reservoir cap has either a symbol or
as possible. as possible. See Recommended text specifying the type of brake
Fluids and Lubricants 0 361 for the fluid. The common brake/clutch fluid
The vehicle is not equipped with a reservoir is filled with GM approved
transmission fluid level dipstick. proper fluid to use.
DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on
There is a special procedure for the reservoir cap. See Engine
checking and changing the Hydraulic Clutch
Compartment Overview 0 267 for
transmission fluid. Because this For vehicles with a manual reservoir location.
procedure is difficult, this should be transmission, it is not necessary to
done at the dealer. Contact the regularly check brake/clutch fluid How to Check and Add Fluid
dealer for additional information. unless there is a leak suspected. Visually check the brake/clutch fluid
Change the fluid at the intervals Adding fluid will not correct a leak. reservoir to make sure the fluid level
listed in Maintenance Schedule A fluid loss in this system could is between the MIN (minimum) and
0 352, and be sure to use the fluid indicate a problem. Have the MAX (maximum) lines on the side of
listed in Recommended Fluids and system inspected and repaired. the reservoir. The hydraulic brake/
Lubricants 0 361. clutch fluid system should be closed
and sealed.
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Do not remove the cap to check the debris. Remove the engine air 3. Air Duct Clamp
fluid level or to top off the fluid level. cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake 4. Electrical Connector
Remove the cap only when the engine air cleaner/filter (away
1. Disconnect the harness
necessary to add the proper fluid from the vehicle), to release loose
connector from the air cleaner/
until the level reaches between the dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
filter cover electrical
MIN and MAX lines. cleaner/filter for damage, and
connector (4).
replace if damaged. Do not clean
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter the engine air cleaner/filter or 2. Remove the secondary air
components with water or duct (2).
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the compressed air.
engine compartment on the 3. Loosen the screw on the air
passenger side of the vehicle. See To inspect or replace the engine air duct clamp (3) holding the air
Engine Compartment cleaner/filter: outlet duct in place. Do not
Overview 0 267. remove the clamp. Move the
air duct aside.
When to Inspect the Engine Air 4. Remove the four air cleaner/
Cleaner/Filter filter housing cover screws (1).
For intervals on changing and 5. Raise the air cleaner/filter
inspecting the engine air cleaner/ housing cover and remove the
filter, see Maintenance air cleaner/filter from the air
Schedule 0 352. cleaner/filter housing.
How to Inspect the Engine Air 6. Clean the air cleaner/filter
Cleaner/Filter sealing surface and the air
Do not start the engine or have the cleaner/filter housing.
engine running with the engine air 1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) Shown, 1.6L 7. Install the new engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) Similar cleaner/filter.
removing the engine air cleaner/
8. Lower the air cleaner housing
filter, make sure that the engine air 1. Screws cover and secure with the four
cleaner/filter housing and nearby 2. Air Inlet Duct screws (1).
components are free of dirt and
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9. Install the air inlet duct (2). Cooling System

10. Install the air duct and tighten The cooling system allows the
the screw on the air duct engine to maintain the correct
clamp (3) to secure it to the air working temperature.
cleaner/filter housing.
11. Install the harness electrical
connector (4).
{ Warning
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7)
others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air; it 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out
helps to stop flames if the engine of View)
backfires. Use caution when 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
working on the engine and do not 1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) and Pressure Cap
drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
{ Warning
An electric engine cooling fan
Caution under the hood can start up even
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt when the engine is not running
can easily get into the engine, and can cause injury. Keep
which could damage it. Always hands, clothing, and tools away
have the air cleaner/filter in place from any underhood electric fan.
when you are driving.
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Engine Coolant
{ Warning Warning (Continued)
The cooling system in the vehicle is
Heater and radiator hoses, and filled with DEX-COOL engine overheat warning. The engine
other engine parts, can be very coolant. This coolant is designed to could catch fire and you or
hot. Do not touch them. If you do, remain in the vehicle for 5 years or others could be burned. Use a
you can be burned. 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
occurs first. water and DEX-COOL coolant.
Do not run the engine if there is a
leak. If you run the engine, it The following explains the cooling
could lose all coolant. That could system and how to check and add Use a 50/50 mixture of clean,
cause an engine fire, and you coolant when it is low. If there is a drinkable water and DEX-COOL
could be burned. Get any leak problem with engine overheating, coolant. If using this mixture,
fixed before you drive the vehicle. see Engine Overheating 0 281. nothing else needs to be added.
This mixture:
What to Use
. Gives freezing protection down
Caution { Warning to 37 C (34 F), outside
temperature.
Using coolant other than Adding only plain water or some . Gives boiling protection up to
DEX-COOL can cause other liquid to the cooling system 129 C (265 F), engine
premature engine, heater core, can be dangerous. Plain water temperature.
or radiator corrosion. In addition, and other liquids, can boil before . Protects against rust and
the engine coolant could require the proper coolant mixture will.
corrosion.
changing sooner. Any repairs The coolant warning system is set
for the proper coolant mixture. . Will not damage aluminum parts.
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always use With plain water or the wrong . Helps keep the proper engine
DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant mixture, the engine could get too temperature.
in the vehicle. hot but you would not get the
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Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the

Caution Coolant Surge Tank
The vehicle must be on a level
If improper coolant mixture, surface when checking the coolant
inhibitors, or additives are used in level. Caution
the vehicle cooling system, the Check to see if coolant is visible in This vehicle has a specific
engine could overheat and be the coolant surge tank. If the coolant coolant fill procedure. Failure to
damaged. Too much water in the inside the coolant surge tank is follow this procedure could cause
mixture can freeze and crack boiling, do not do anything else until
the engine to overheat and be
engine cooling parts. The repairs it cools down. If coolant is visible
severely damaged.
would not be covered by the but the coolant level is not at the
vehicle warranty. Use only the indicated mark, add a 50/50 mixture
proper mixture of engine coolant of clean, drinkable water and If no problem is found, check to see
for the cooling system. See DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant if coolant is visible in the coolant
Recommended Fluids and surge tank, but be sure the cooling surge tank. If coolant is visible but
Lubricants 0 361. system is cool before this is done. the coolant level is not at the
See Engine Overheating 0 281. indicated level mark, add a
The coolant surge tank is located in 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
Never dispose of engine coolant by water and DEX-COOL coolant at the
putting it in the trash, pouring it on the engine compartment on the
driver side of the vehicle. See coolant surge tank, but be sure the
the ground, or into sewers, streams, cooling system, including the
or bodies of water. Have the coolant Engine Compartment
Overview 0 267. coolant surge tank pressure cap, is
changed by an authorized service cool before you do it.
center, familiar with legal
requirements regarding used
coolant disposal. This will help { Warning
protect the environment and your Steam and scalding liquids from a
health. hot cooling system can blow out
and burn you badly. They are
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under pressure, and if you turn overheat warning. The engine
the coolant surge tank pressure could catch fire and you or
cap even a little they can others could be burned. Use a
come out at high speed. Never 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
1. Remove the coolant surge tank
turn the cap when the cooling water and DEX-COOL coolant.
pressure cap when the cooling
system, including the coolant
system, including the coolant
surge tank pressure cap, is hot. surge tank pressure cap and
Wait for the cooling system and upper radiator hose, is no
coolant surge tank pressure cap Caution
longer hot.
to cool if you ever have to turn In cold weather, water can freeze
the pressure cap. Turn the pressure cap slowly
and crack the engine, radiator, counterclockwise about
heater core, and other parts. Use one-quarter of a turn. If you
the recommended coolant and hear a hiss, wait for that to
{ Warning the proper coolant mixture. stop. This will allow any
pressure still left to be vented
Adding only plain water or some out the discharge hose.
other liquid to the cooling system
can be dangerous. Plain water { Warning 2. Keep turning the pressure cap
slowly and remove it.
and other liquids, can boil before You can be burned if you spill
the proper coolant mixture will. coolant on hot engine parts.
The coolant warning system is set Coolant contains ethylene glycol
for the proper coolant mixture. and it will burn if the engine parts
With plain water or the wrong are hot enough. Do not spill
mixture, the engine could get too coolant on a hot engine.
hot but you would not get the
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DEX-COOL coolant mixture to If the decision is made to lift the

the coolant surge tank until the hood, make sure the vehicle is
level reaches the indicated parked on a level surface.
level mark. Then check to see if the engine
5. Replace the pressure cap. Be cooling fan is running. If the engine
sure the pressure cap is is overheating, the fan should be
hand-tight. running. If it is not, do not continue
Check the level in the coolant surge to run the engine, and have the
tank when the cooling system has vehicle serviced.
cooled down. If the coolant is not at
the proper level, repeat Steps 1 Caution
3 and reinstall the pressure cap.
1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) Shown, 1.6L Running the engine without
If the coolant still is not at the proper
L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) Similar level when the system cools down coolant may cause damage or a
3. Fill the coolant surge tank with again, see your dealer. fire. Vehicle damage would not be
the proper DEX-COOL coolant covered by the vehicle warranty.
mixture to the indicated Engine Overheating
level mark. If Steam Is Coming from the
The vehicle has an engine coolant
4. With the coolant surge tank temperature gauge on the Engine Compartment
pressure cap off, start the instrument cluster to warn of engine
engine, switch off the A/C and
let the engine run until the
overheating. See Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge 0 123.
{ Warning
upper radiator hose can be felt Steam from an overheated engine
getting hot. Watch out for the If the decision is made not to lift the
hood when this warning appears, can burn you badly, even if you
engine cooling fan. just open the hood. Stay away
get service help right away. Contact
By this time, the coolant level your dealer for additional from the engine if you see or hear
inside the coolant surge tank information. steam coming from it. Just turn it
may be lower. If the level is (Continued)
lower, add more of the proper
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If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the

Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while
1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still
off and get everyone away from displayed, turn off the engine until it
the vehicle until it cools down. 2. Turn the heater on to the cools down.
Wait until there is no sign of highest temperature and to the
steam or coolant before you open highest fan speed. Open the Washer Fluid
the hood. windows as necessary.
If you keep driving when the 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off What to Use
engine is overheated, the liquids the road, shift to P (Park) or When windshield washer fluid is
in it can catch fire. You or others N (Neutral), and let the needed, be sure to read the
could be badly burned. Stop the engine idle. manufacturer's instructions before
engine if it overheats, and get out If the engine coolant temperature use. If operating the vehicle in an
of the vehicle until the engine gauge is no longer in the overheat area where the temperature may fall
is cool. zone, the vehicle can be driven. below freezing, use a fluid that has
Continue to drive the vehicle slowly sufficient protection against
for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe freezing.
If No Steam Is Coming from
distance from the vehicle in front. Adding Washer Fluid
the Engine Compartment If the warning does not come back
If an engine overheat warning is on, continue to drive normally and
displayed but no steam can be seen have the cooling system checked
or heard, the problem may not be for proper fill and function.
too serious. Sometimes the engine If the warning continues, pull over,
can get a little too hot when the stop, and park the vehicle
vehicle: right away.
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
. Stops after high-speed driving.
. Idles for long periods in traffic.
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Open the cap with the washer

symbol on it. Add washer fluid until Caution (Continued) { Warning
the tank is full. See Engine
. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound
Compartment Overview 0 267 for
reservoir location. washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will
manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to
adding water. a crash. When the brake wear
Caution
. Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the
. Do not use washer fluid that only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced.
contains any type of water it is very cold. This allows
repellent coating. This can for fluid expansion if
cause the wiper blades to freezing occurs, which could
chatter or skip. damage the tank if it is Caution
. completely full.
Do not use engine coolant Continuing to drive with worn-out
(antifreeze) in the brake pads could result in costly
windshield washer. It can Brakes brake repair.
damage the windshield
washer system and paint. Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched Some driving conditions or climates
. Do not mix water with warning sound when the brake pads can cause a brake squeal when the
ready-to-use washer fluid. are worn and new pads are needed. brakes are first applied or lightly
Water can cause the The sound can come and go or be applied. This does not mean
solution to freeze and heard all the time the vehicle is something is wrong with the brakes.
damage the washer fluid moving, except when applying the
tank and other parts of the Properly torqued wheel nuts are
brake pedal firmly. necessary to help prevent brake
washer system.
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
(Continued) inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
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proper sequence to torque may not work properly. The braking between the minimum and
specifications in Capacities and performance expected can change maximum marks on the brake fluid
Specifications 0 366. in many other ways if the wrong reservoir.
If the vehicle has rear drum brakes, replacement brake parts are There are only two reasons why the
they do not have wear indicators, installed or parts are improperly brake fluid level in the reservoir may
but if a rear brake rubbing noise is installed. go down:
heard, have the rear brake linings . Normal brake lining wear. When
inspected immediately. Rear brake Brake Fluid
new linings are installed, the
drums should be removed and fluid level goes back up.
inspected each time the tires are
removed for rotation or changing. . A fluid leak in the brake/clutch
Drum brakes have an inspection hydraulic system. Have the
hole to inspect lining wear during brake/clutch hydraulic system
scheduled maintenance. When the fixed. With a leak, the brakes will
front brake pads are replaced, have not work well.
the rear brakes inspected, too. The brake/clutch master cylinder Always clean the brake fluid
Brake linings should always be reservoir is filled with GM approved reservoir cap and the area around
replaced as complete axle sets. DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the cap before removing it.
the reservoir cap. See Engine
Brake Pedal Travel Compartment Overview 0 267 for Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid.
the location of the reservoir. Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
See your dealer if the brake pedal If fluid is added when the linings are
does not return to normal height, Checking Brake Fluid worn, there will be too much fluid
or if there is a rapid increase in when new brake linings are
pedal travel. This could be a sign Place the vehicle in P (Park) or
Neutral with the parking brake installed. Add or remove fluid, as
that brake service may be required. necessary, only when work is done
applied if equipped with a manual
on the brake/clutch hydraulic
Replacing Brake System Parts transmission. On a level surface,
the brake fluid level should be system.
Always replace brake system parts
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes
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Some vehicles are equipped with an

{ Warning { Warning Absorbant Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt
battery. Installation of a standard
If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake 12-volt battery will result in reduced
can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the battery life. When using a 12-volt
if the engine is hot enough. You brake system. This could result in battery charger, some chargers
or others could be burned, and the loss of braking leading to a have an AGM battery setting on the
the vehicle could be damaged. possible injury. Always use the charger. If available, use the AGM
Add brake fluid only when work is proper GM approved brake fluid. setting on the charger when
done on the brake/clutch charging an AGM battery. Follow the
hydraulic system. charger manufacture's instructions.
Caution
When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a { Warning
low level, the brake warning light If brake fluid is spilled on the
comes on. See Brake System vehicle's painted surfaces, the WARNING: Battery posts,
Warning Light 0 128. paint finish can be damaged. terminals, and related
Immediately wash off any painted accessories contain lead and lead
Brake fluid absorbs water over time compounds, chemicals known to
which degrades the effectiveness of surface.
the State of California to cause
the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid
cancer and birth defects or other
at the specified intervals to prevent
increased stopping distance. See
Battery - North America reproductive harm. Batteries also
Maintenance Schedule 0 352. The original equipment battery is contain other chemicals known to
maintenance free. Do not remove the State of California to cause
What to Add cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
the cap and do not add fluid.
Use only GM approved DOT 3 HANDLING.
Refer to the replacement number on
brake fluid from a clean, sealed See California Proposition
the original battery label when a
container. See Recommended 65 Warning 0 264.
new battery is needed.
Fluids and Lubricants 0 361.
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Vehicle Storage Fuel Filter Starter Switch Check

{ Warning { Warning
Batteries have acid that can burn When you are doing this
you and gas that can explode. inspection, the vehicle could
You can be badly hurt if you are move suddenly. If the vehicle
not careful. See Jump Starting - moves, you or others could be
North America 0 336 for tips on injured.
working around a battery without
getting hurt.
1. Before starting this check, be
sure there is enough room
Infrequent Usage: Remove the around the vehicle.
black, negative () cable from the
The fuel filter is under the vehicle on 2. Apply both the parking brake
battery to keep the battery from
the driver side in front of the left rear and the regular brake.
running down.
tire. For replacement of the filter, Do not use the accelerator
Extended Storage: Remove the
see Fuel Filter Replacement pedal, and be ready to turn off
black, negative () cable from the
(Diesel) 0 258. Also see the engine immediately if it
battery or use a battery trickle
Maintenance Schedule 0 352 for starts.
charger.
recommended draining and
3. For automatic transmission
replacement intervals.
vehicles, try to start the engine
in each gear. The vehicle
should start only in P (Park) or
N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts
in any other position, contact
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For manual transmission 2. Apply the parking brake. Be Park Brake and P (Park)
vehicles, put the shift lever in ready to apply the regular
Neutral, push the clutch pedal brake immediately if the vehicle
Mechanism Check
down halfway, and try to start begins to move.
the engine. The vehicle should 3. With the engine off, turn the
{ Warning
start only when the clutch ignition on, but do not start the
pedal is pushed down all the When you are doing this check,
engine. Without applying the the vehicle could begin to move.
way to the floor. If the vehicle regular brake, try to move the
starts when the clutch pedal is You or others could be injured
shift lever out of P (Park) with
not pushed all the way down, and property could be damaged.
normal effort. If the shift lever
contact your dealer for service. Make sure there is room in front
moves out of P (Park), contact
of the vehicle in case it begins to
Automatic Transmission roll. Be ready to apply the regular
Shift Lock Control brake at once should the vehicle
Ignition Transmission begin to move.
Function Check Lock Check
If equipped with a key access Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
{ Warning ignition, while parked and with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
parking brake set, try to turn the your foot on the regular brake, set
When you are doing this ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift
inspection, the vehicle could the parking brake.
lever position.
move suddenly. If the vehicle . To check the parking brake's
moves, you or others could be . The ignition should turn to holding ability: With the engine
injured. LOCK/OFF only when the shift running and the transmission in
lever is in P (Park). N (Neutral), slowly remove foot
. The ignition key should come pressure from the regular brake
1. Before starting this check, be pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
sure there is enough room out only in LOCK/OFF.
held by the parking brake only.
around the vehicle. It should be Contact your dealer if service is
parked on a level surface. required.
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. To check the P (Park)
mechanism's holding ability: Caution
With the engine running, shift to
P (Park). Then release the Allowing the wiper arm to touch
parking brake followed by the the windshield when no wiper
regular brake. blade is installed could damage
the windshield. Any damage that
Contact your dealer if service is occurs would not be covered by
required. the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
the wiper arm to touch the
Wiper Blade Replacement windshield.
Windshield wiper blades should be
inspected for wear and cracking. To replace the windshield wiper 2. Press the button in the middle
See the Maintenance blade: of the wiper arm connector,
Schedule 0 352.
1. Pull the windshield wiper and pull the wiper blade away
Replacement blades come in assembly away from the from the arm connector.
different types and are removed in windshield. 3. Remove the wiper blade.
different ways. For proper type and
length, see Maintenance 4. Reverse Steps 13 for wiper
Replacement Parts 0 362. blade replacement.
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Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge

Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement (HID) Lighting
should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, Bulbs 0 293. { Warning
the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb-changing procedure The High Intensity Discharge
If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact (HID) lighting system operates at
necessary, see your dealer. your dealer.
a very high voltage. If you try to
service any of the system
Halogen Bulbs components, you could be
seriously injured. Have your
{ Warning dealer or a qualified technician
service them.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized
gas inside and can burst if you
drop or scratch the bulb. You or After an HID headlamp bulb has
others could be injured. Be sure been replaced, the beam might be a
to read and follow the instructions slightly different shade than it was
on the bulb package. originally. This is normal.
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Headlamps and Front 3. For the passenger side,

disengage the air cleaner, and
Turn Signal push it aside to allow easier
access to the bulb cover.
4. Remove the bulb cover by
turning counterclockwise.
5. Remove the bulb socket from
the headlamp assembly by
turning counterclockwise.
6. Remove the bulb socket from
the plug connector.
Uplevel Assembly 7. Attach the new bulb socket to
For the uplevel assembly, only the the plug connector.
turn signal lamp is replaceable. 8. Install the bulb socket from the
Base Level Assembly
High-Beam Headlamp/ headlamp assembly by turning
1. Turn Signal Lamp Low-Beam Headlamp clockwise.
2. High-Beam Headlamp 9. Install the bulb cover by turning
3. Low-Beam Headlamp 1. Open the hood. See
Hood 0 266. clockwise.
2. For the driver side bulb, 10. For the driver side, reinstall the
remove the windshield washer windshield washer bottle filler
bottle filler neck by unclipping it neck by firmly pushing it
from the tie bar and firmly straight into the bottle and
pulling it straight up and out of re-attaching it to the tie bar.
the bottle.
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Turn Signal Lamp Taillamps and Back-Up 1. Open the trunk.

1. Open the hood. See Lamps 2. Remove and retain the
Hood 0 266. pushpins securing the flocking.
Decklid Back-Up Lamp and Pull back the flocking to
2. For the driver side bulb, Taillamp expose the bulb sockets.
remove the windshield washer
bottle filler neck by firmly 3. Remove the bulb socket by
pulling it straight up and out of turning counterclockwise and
the bottle. pulling it straight out.
3. Remove the bulb socket by 4. Remove the bulb from the
turning counterclockwise. socket by pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the bulb from the 5. Install the new bulb in the bulb
socket by pulling it straight out. socket.
5. Install the new bulb by pushing 6. Install the bulb socket by
it into the bulb socket. turning clockwise.
6. Install the bulb socket to the 7. Push the flocking back into
headlamp assembly by turning place and secure with the
clockwise. retained pushpins.
1. Back-Up Lamp
7. For the driver side, reinstall the 2. Taillamp
windshield washer bottle filler
neck by firmly pushing it
straight into the bottle and
re-attaching it to the tie bar.
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Taillamp 5. Remove the bulb socket from

the taillamp assembly by
turning it counterclockwise.
6. Remove the bulb from the
socket by pulling it straight out.
7. Install a new bulb into the bulb
socket.
8. Install the bulb socket into the
taillamp assembly by turning it
clockwise.
9. Install the taillamp assembly
3. Remove the three screws that and tighten the three screws.
secure the taillamp assembly.
10. Push the flocking back into
To replace this bulb: 4. Remove the taillamp assembly place and reinstall any retained
1. Open the trunk. by pulling it straight back. pushpins.
2. For the passenger side,
remove and retain one pushpin
and pull back the flocking. The
driver side has an access port
and does not require the
removal of any pins.
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Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring

Bulb An electrical overload may cause
Exterior Lamp
Number Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in
Overload some cases to remain off. Have the
Uplevel Turn Signal 7444NA-T headlamp wiring checked right away
Base Level Turn W5WLL The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or
Signal breakers to protect against an remain off.
electrical system overload.
Base Level 9005LL Windshield Wipers
High Beam When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens Heavy snow or ice can overload the
Base Level H11LL and closes, protecting the circuit wipers. If the wiper motor overheats,
Low Beam until the current load returns to the windshield wipers will stop until
Decklid 921 normal or the problem is fixed. This the motor cools and the wiper
Back-Up Lamp greatly reduces the chance of circuit control is turned off.
overload and fire caused by Although the circuit is protected
Decklid Taillamp 194 electrical problems. from electrical overload, overload
Body-Side Tailamp 7443LL Fuses and circuit breakers protect due to heavy snow or ice may
power devices in the vehicle. cause wiper linkage damage.
For replacement bulbs not listed Always clear ice and heavy snow
here, contact your dealer. Replace a bad fuse with a new one from the windshield before using the
of the identical size and rating. windshield wipers.
If there is a problem on the road and If the overload is caused by an
a fuse needs to be replaced, the electrical problem and not snow or
same amperage fuse can be ice, be sure to get it fixed.
borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.
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Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Caution

Breakers Fuse Block
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Spilling liquid on any electrical
protected from short circuits by a component on the vehicle may
combination of fuses and circuit damage it. Always keep the
breakers. This greatly reduces the covers on any electrical
chance of damage caused by component.
electrical problems.
To check a fuse, look at the
silver-colored band inside the fuse.
If the band is broken or melted,
replace the fuse. Be sure to replace
a bad fuse with a new one of the
identical size and rating.
Fuses of the same amperage can To remove the fuse block cover,
be temporarily borrowed from squeeze the clips and swing it up.
another fuse location, if a fuse goes
out. Replace the fuse as soon as
possible.
To identify and check fuses, circuit
breakers, and relays, see Engine
Compartment Fuse Block 0 294 and
Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 298.
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block

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The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown. F15 O2 sensor F32 Display LED/DC DC
F16 Fuel injection converter/FPPM/
Fuses Usage
Electrical heater/A/C
F01 Starter F17 Fuel injection module
F02 Starter F18 Diesel NOx F33 Anti-theft
F03 O2 sensor F19 Diesel NOx warning horn
F04 Engine control F20 F34 Horn
module F21 Electric parking F35 Trunk power outlet
F05 Engine functions brake F36 Right high-beam
F06 Transmission control F22 ABS system headlamp
module F23 Windshield washer/ F37 Left high-beam
F07 Rear windows headlamp
F08 Engine control F24 F38
module F25 Diesel fuel heating/ F39 Front fog lamps
F09 A/C Secondary air F40 AIR solenoid
induction
F10 Canister vent F41 Switchable water
F26 Transmission pump/Water in fuel
F11 Heated seats
F27 sensor
F12 CGM module
F28 F42 Manual headlamp
F13 After boil pump/ leveling
Heated steering F29 Heated rear window
wheel F43 Fuel pump
F30 Mirror defogger
F14 Diesel NOx/CVT8 F31
transmission
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Fuses Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage

F44 Interior rearview K03 Engine functions K15 Mirror defogger/Rear
mirror/Rear vision K04 CVT8 transmission window defogger/
camera/Trailer Anti-theft warning
K05 Starter sensor
F45 Heated steering
wheel K06 Diesel fuel heating/ K16 Horn/Dual horn
Secondary air
F46 Cluster induction K17 Diesel NOx
F47 Steering column lock K07 Right low-beam K18 Front fog lamps
F48 Rear wiper headlamp/Right K19 After boil pump/
F49 daytime Heated steering
running lamp wheel
F50
K08 Transmission K20 Anti-theft
F51 warning horn
K09 Diesel NOx
F52 Engine/Transmission K21 Rear window washer
control module K10 Fuel pump
K11 K22 Front window
F53 washer
F54 Windshield wiper K12 High-beam
headlamps K23 Rear window wiper
F55 Diesel NOx
K13 Left daytime running
F56 Aeroshutter lamp/Left low-beam
F57 headlamp
K14 Run/Crank
Relays Usage
K01 Starter
K02 A/C control
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Instrument Panel Fuse

Block
To reinstall the cover, reverse the

steps.
The instrument panel fuse block is

in the center of the console, under
the heater, ventilation, and air
conditioning controls. To access the
fuses:
1. Open the fuse block cover by
pulling out at the top.
2. Remove the lower edge of the
cover.
3. Remove the cover.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block

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The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown. F14 Exterior mirrors/Lane F26 Ignition switch
keep assist/ F27 Body control
Fuses Usage
High-beam module 2
F1 Right rear power headlamp auto
window control F28 Amplifier
F2 Blower F15 Body control F29
F3 Driver power seat module 1 F30 Shifter illumination
F4 Front power outlet F16 Body control F31 Rear wiper
module 7
F5 Right front power F32 Transmission control
window F17 Body control module (with Stop/
module 6 Start)
F6 Front left power
window F18 Body control F33 Mobile phone
module 3 wireless charging/
F7 ABS valves
F19 Data link connector DC AC converter
F8 Cyber gateway
F20 Airbag F34 Parking assist/Side
module
blind zone alert/
F9 Body control F21 A/C Infotainment/USB
module 8 F22 Trunk release F35 OnStar
F10 Left rear power F23 Passive entry/ F36 Display/Cluster
window Passive start
F37 Radio
F11 Sunroof F24 Right front child
F12 Body control presence detection
module 4 F25 Steering wheel
F13 Heated front seats illumination switch
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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that
Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by
high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes,
leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc.
the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires
information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only
warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an
service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service
information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair,
manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and
are cold. mount the tires.
{ Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in
more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h
. Poorly maintained and punctured, or broken by
improperly used tires are (35 mph) on slippery
a sudden impact such surfaces such as snow,
dangerous. as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive
. Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the
cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode.
result of too much . Worn or old tires can
flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the
blowout and a serious tread is badly worn,
All-Season Tires
crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. This vehicle may come with
Limits 0 206. (Continued)
all-season tires. These tires are
(Continued) designed to provide good overall
performance on most road surfaces
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and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire Low-Profile Tires
equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection.
specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 316. If the vehicle has 225/45R17 or
have a TPC specification code P225/40R18 size tires, they are
With winter tires, there may be
molded onto the sidewall. Original decreased dry road traction, classified as low-profile tires.
equipment all-season tires can be increased road noise, and shorter
identified by the last two characters tread life. After changing to winter Caution
of this TPC code, which will tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
be MS. handling and braking. Low-profile tires are more
Consider installing winter tires on susceptible to damage from road
If using winter tires: hazards or curb impact than
the vehicle if frequent driving on
snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and standard profile tires. Tire and/or
expected. All-season tires provide tread type on all four wheel wheel assembly damage can
adequate performance for most positions. occur when coming into contact
winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the with road hazards like potholes,
may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and or sharp edged objects, or when
traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original sliding into a curb. The warranty
tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires. does not cover this type of
See Winter Tires 0 302. damage. Keep tires set to the
Winter tires with the same speed
correct inflation pressure and
Winter Tires rating as the original equipment tires
may not be available for H, V, W, Y, when possible, avoid contact with
This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter curbs, potholes, and other road
equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are hazards.
tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's
traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability.
roads. Consider installing winter
tires on the vehicle if frequent
driving on ice or snow covered
roads is expected. See your dealer
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Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would
Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date
Useful information about a tire is Specification) : Original of 0310.
molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to
examples show a typical (4) Tire Identification Number
GM's specific tire performance (TIN) : The letters and numbers
passenger vehicle tire and a criteria have a TPC specification
compact spare tire sidewall. following the DOT (Department
code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the
GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN).
exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the
guidelines. manufacturer and plant code,
(3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was
Transportation) : The manufactured. The TIN is
Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the
(DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may
tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture.
U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in
Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality
(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a Manufacture : The last four
combination of letters and Grading (UTQG) : Tire
digits of the TIN indicate the manufacturers are required to
numbers used to define a tire manufactured date. The first
particular tire's width, height, grade tires based on three
two digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear,
aspect ratio, construction type, (0152) and the last two digits,
and service description. See the traction, and temperature
the year. For example, the third resistance. For more information
Tire Size illustration later in this
section. see Uniform Tire Quality
Grading 0 318.
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(7) Maximum Cold Inflation road tire has lost air and gone information on tire pressure
Load Limit : Maximum load that flat. If the vehicle has a compact and inflation see Tire
can be carried and the spare tire, see Compact Spare Pressure 0 308.
maximum pressure needed to Tire 0 335 and If a Tire Goes (6) Tire Size : A combination of
support that load. Flat 0 321. letters and numbers define a
(3) Tire Identification Number tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
(TIN) : The letters and numbers construction type, and service
following the DOT (Department description. The letter T as the
of Transportation) code are the first character in the tire size
Tire Identification Number (TIN). means the tire is for temporary
The TIN shows the use only.
manufacturer and plant code, (7) TPC Spec (Tire
tire size, and date the tire was Performance Criteria
manufactured. The TIN is Specification) : Original
molded onto both sides of the equipment tires designed to
tire, although only one side may GM's specific tire performance
Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture. criteria have a TPC specification
(1) Tire Ply Material : The type (4) Maximum Cold Inflation code molded onto the sidewall.
of cord and number of plies in Load Limit : Maximum load that GM's TPC specifications meet or
the sidewall and under the tread. can be carried and the exceed all federal safety
maximum pressure needed to guidelines.
(2) Temporary Use Only : The
support that load.
compact spare tire or temporary
use tire should not be driven at (5) Tire Inflation : The
speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). temporary use tire or compact
The compact spare tire is for spare tire should be inflated to
emergency use when a regular 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
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Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit Tire Terminology and

number that indicates the tire Definitions
Tire Size height-to-width measurements.
The following is an example of a For example, if the tire size Air Pressure : The amount of
typical passenger vehicle aspect ratio is 60, as shown in air inside the tire pressing
tire size. item 3 of the illustration, it would outward on each square inch of
mean that the tire's sidewall is the tire. Air pressure is
60 percent as high as it is wide. expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch).
(4) Construction Code : A letter
code is used to indicate the type Accessory Weight : The
of ply construction in the tire. combined weight of optional
The letter R means radial ply accessories. Some examples of
construction; the letter D means optional accessories are
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : automatic transmission, power
The United States version of a diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B windows, power seats, and air
metric tire sizing system. The conditioning.
letter P as the first character in means belted-bias ply
the tire size means a passenger construction. Aspect Ratio : The relationship
vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of of a tire's height to its width.
standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. Belt : A rubber coated layer of
and Rim Association. (6) Service Description : These cords between the plies and the
(2) Tire Width : The three-digit characters represent the load tread. Cords may be made from
number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the steel or other reinforcing
width in millimeters from tire. The load index represents materials.
sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire
is certified to carry. The speed
rating is the maximum speed a
tire is certified to carry a load.
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Bead : The tire bead contains Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A
steel wires wrapped by steel (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and
cords that hold the tire onto Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger
the rim. includes the Tire Identification vehicles.
Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned
in which the plies are laid at designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279
alternate angles less than identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load
90 degrees to the centerline of production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire.
the tread. date of production.
Maximum Inflation Pressure :
Cold Tire Pressure : The GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum air pressure to
amount of air pressure in a tire, Rating. See Vehicle Load which a cold tire can be inflated.
measured in kPa (kilopascal) Limits 0 206. The maximum air pressure is
or psi (pounds per square inch) GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall.
before a tire has built up heat Rating for the front axle. See Maximum Load Rating : The
from driving. See Tire Vehicle Load Limits 0 206. load rating for a tire at the
Pressure 0 308. GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight maximum permissible inflation
Curb Weight : The weight of a Rating for the rear axle. See pressure for that tire.
motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits 0 206. Maximum Loaded Vehicle
optional equipment including the Intended Outboard Sidewall : Weight : The sum of curb
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, The side of an asymmetrical tire weight, accessory weight,
and coolant, but without that must always face outward vehicle capacity weight, and
passengers and cargo. when mounted on a vehicle. production options weight.
DOT Markings : A code molded Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric
into the sidewall of a tire unit for air pressure.
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
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Normal Occupant Weight : The Recommended Inflation Traction : The friction between
number of occupants a vehicle Pressure : Vehicle the tire and the road surface.
is designed to seat multiplied by manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided.
68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load tire inflation pressure as shown Tread : The portion of a tire that
Limits 0 206. on the tire placard. See Tire comes into contact with
Occupant Distribution : Pressure 0 308 and Vehicle the road.
Designated seating positions. Load Limits 0 206.
Treadwear Indicators : Narrow
Outward Facing Sidewall : The Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic bands, sometimes called wear
side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that bars, that show across the tread
has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at of a tire when only 1.6 mm
outward when mounted on a 90 degrees to the centerline of (1/16 in) of tread remains. See
vehicle. The side of the tire that the tread. When It Is Time for New
contains a whitewall, bears Rim : A metal support for a tire Tires 0 315.
white lettering, or bears and upon which the tire beads UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
manufacturer, brand, and/or are seated. Grading Standards) : A tire
model name molding that is Sidewall : The portion of a tire information system that provides
higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. consumers with ratings for a
moldings on the other sidewall tire's traction, temperature, and
of the tire. Speed Rating : An
alphanumeric code assigned to treadwear. Ratings are
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A a tire indicating the maximum determined by tire
tire used on passenger cars and speed at which a tire can manufacturers using
some light duty trucks and operate. government testing procedures.
multipurpose vehicles. The ratings are molded into the
sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
Tire Quality Grading 0 318.
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Vehicle Capacity Weight : The The Tire and Loading

number of designated seating Caution Information label on the vehicle
positions multiplied by Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment
68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire
cargo load. See Vehicle Load Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The
Limits 0 206. that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the
Vehicle Maximum Load on the can result in: minimum air pressure needed to
Tire : Load on an individual tire support the vehicle's maximum
. Tire overloading and load carrying capacity. See
due to curb weight, accessory overheating which could
weight, occupant weight, and Vehicle Load Limits 0 206.
lead to a blowout.
cargo weight. How the vehicle is loaded
. Premature or affects vehicle handling and ride
Vehicle Placard : A label irregular wear.
permanently attached to a comfort. Never load the vehicle
vehicle showing the vehicle . Poor handling. with more weight than it was
capacity weight and the original designed to carry.
. Reduced fuel economy.
equipment tire size and When to Check
Overinflated tires, or tires that
recommended inflation pressure.
have too much air, can Check the tires once a month or
See Tire and Loading
result in: more. Do not forget the compact
Information Label under Vehicle
. Unusual wear. spare, if the vehicle has one.
Load Limits 0 206.
The cold compact spare tire
. Poor handling. pressure should be at 420 kPa
Tire Pressure
. Rough ride. (60 psi). See Compact Spare
Tires need the correct amount of Tire 0 335.
air pressure to operate . Needless damage from
effectively. road hazards.
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How to Check Put the valve caps back on the

valve stems to keep out dirt and Warning (Continued)
Use a good quality pocket-type
gauge to check tire pressure. moisture and prevent leaks. Use to be driven at high speeds, make
Proper tire inflation cannot be only valve caps designed for the sure the tires are rated for
determined by looking at the tire. vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors high-speed operation, are in
Check the tire inflation pressure could be damaged and would excellent condition, and are set to
when the tires are cold, meaning not be covered by the vehicle the correct cold tire inflation
the vehicle has not been driven warranty. pressure for the vehicle load.
for at least three hours or no
more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P225/40R18 size tires
High-Speed Operation require inflation pressure adjustment
Remove the valve cap from the when driving the vehicle at speeds
tire valve stem. Press the tire
gauge firmly onto the valve to { Warning of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher.
Set the cold tire inflation pressure to
get a pressure measurement. Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h 7 kPa (1 psi) above the
If the cold tire inflation pressure (100 mph) or higher, puts recommended cold tire pressure
matches the recommended additional strain on tires. shown on the Tire and Loading
pressure on the Tire and Sustained high-speed driving Information label.
Loading Information label, no causes excessive heat buildup Return the tires to the
further adjustment is necessary. and can cause sudden tire failure. recommended cold tire inflation
If the inflation pressure is low, This could cause a crash, and pressure when high-speed driving
add air until the recommended you or others could be killed. has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits
pressure is reached. If the Some high-speed rated tires 0 206 and Tire Pressure 0 308.
inflation pressure is high, press require inflation pressure
on the metal stem in the center adjustment for high-speed
of the tire valve to release air. operation. When speed limits and
road conditions allow the vehicle
Recheck the tire pressure with (Continued)
the tire gauge.
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Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire This sequence will continue upon
pressure telltale illuminates, you subsequent vehicle start-ups as
System should stop and check your tires as long as the malfunction exists.
The Tire Pressure Monitor System soon as possible, and inflate them When the malfunction indicator is
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor to the proper pressure. Driving on a illuminated, the system may not be
technology to check tire pressure significantly under-inflated tire able to detect or signal low tire
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor causes the tire to overheat and can pressure as intended. TPMS
the air pressure in your tires and lead to tire failure. Under-inflation malfunctions may occur for a variety
transmit tire pressure readings to a also reduces fuel efficiency and tire of reasons, including the installation
receiver located in the vehicle. tread life, and may affect the of replacement or alternate tires or
vehicle's handling and stopping wheels on the vehicle that prevent
Each tire, including the spare (if
ability. the TPMS from functioning properly.
provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to Please note that the TPMS is not a Always check the TPMS malfunction
the inflation pressure recommended substitute for proper tire telltale after replacing one or more
by the vehicle manufacturer on the maintenance, and it is the driver's tires or wheels on your vehicle to
vehicle placard or tire inflation responsibility to maintain correct tire ensure that the replacement or
pressure label. (If your vehicle has pressure, even if under-inflation has alternate tires and wheels allow the
tires of a different size than the size not reached the level to trigger TPMS to continue to function
indicated on the vehicle placard or illumination of the TPMS low tire properly.
tire inflation pressure label, you pressure telltale. See Tire Pressure Monitor
should determine the proper tire Your vehicle has also been Operation 0 311.
inflation pressure for those tires.) equipped with a TPMS malfunction See Radio Frequency
As an added safety feature, your indicator to indicate when the Statement 0 379.
vehicle has been equipped with a system is not operating properly.
tire pressure monitoring system The TPMS malfunction indicator is
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure
pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a
of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for
under-inflated. approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated.
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Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading A Tire and Loading Information
Information label. See Vehicle Load label, attached to your vehicle,
Operation Limits 0 206. shows the size of the original
This vehicle may have a Tire A message to check the pressure in equipment tires and the correct
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). a specific tire displays in the Driver inflation pressure for the tires when
The TPMS is designed to warn the Information Center (DIC). The low they are cold. See Vehicle Load
driver when a low tire pressure tire pressure warning light and the Limits 0 206, for an example of the
condition exists. TPMS sensors are DIC warning message come on at Tire and Loading Information label
mounted onto each tire and wheel each ignition cycle until the tires are and its location. Also see Tire
assembly, excluding the spare tire inflated to the correct inflation Pressure 0 308.
and wheel assembly. The TPMS pressure. Using the DIC, tire The TPMS can warn about a low
sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure levels can be viewed. For tire pressure condition but it does
the tires and transmits the tire additional information and details not replace normal tire
pressure readings to a receiver about the DIC operation and maintenance. See Tire Inspection
located in the vehicle. displays see Driver Information 0 314, Tire Rotation 0 314 and
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 137 or Tires 0 301.
(Base Level) 0 134. Caution
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when Tire sealant materials are not all
the vehicle is first started, and then the same. A non-approved tire
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This sealant could damage the TPMS
When a low tire pressure condition could be an early indicator that the sensors. TPMS sensor damage
is detected, the TPMS illuminates air pressure is getting low and caused by using an incorrect tire
the low tire pressure warning light needs to be inflated to the proper sealant is not covered by the
located on the instrument cluster. pressure. vehicle warranty. Always use only
If the warning light comes on, stop
the GM approved tire sealant
as soon as possible and inflate the
available through your dealer or
tires to the recommended pressure
included in the vehicle.
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Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits go off after the road tire is could prevent the TPMS from
use a GM-approved liquid tire replaced and the sensor functioning properly. See Buying
sealant. Using non-approved tire matching process is performed New Tires 0 316.
sealants could damage the TPMS successfully. See TPMS Sensor . Operating electronic devices or
sensors. See Tire Sealant and Matching Process later in this being near facilities using radio
Compressor Kit 0 322 for section. wave frequencies similar to the
information regarding the inflator kit . The TPMS sensor matching TPMS could cause the TPMS
materials and instructions. process was not done or not sensors to malfunction.
TPMS Malfunction Light and completed successfully after If the TPMS is not functioning
Message rotating the tires. The properly it cannot detect or signal a
malfunction light and the DIC low tire condition. See your dealer
The TPMS will not function properly message should go off after
if one or more of the TPMS sensors for service if the TPMS malfunction
successfully completing the light and DIC message comes on
are missing or inoperable. When the sensor matching process. See
system detects a malfunction, the and stays on.
"TPMS Sensor Matching
low tire warning light flashes for Process" later in this section. TPMS Sensor Matching
about one minute and then stays on Process
for the remainder of the ignition . One or more TPMS sensors are
cycle. A DIC warning message also missing or damaged. The Each TPMS sensor has a unique
displays. The malfunction light and malfunction light and the DIC identification code. The identification
DIC warning message come on at message should go off when the code needs to be matched to a new
each ignition cycle until the problem TPMS sensors are installed and tire/wheel position after rotating the
is corrected. Some of the conditions the sensor matching process is vehicles tires or replacing one or
that can cause these to come performed successfully. See more of the TPMS sensors. The
on are: your dealer for service. TPMS sensor matching process
. Replacement tires or wheels do should also be performed after
. One of the road tires has been
not match the original equipment replacing a spare tire with a road
replaced with the spare tire. The tire containing the TPMS sensor.
spare tire does not have a tires or wheels. Tires and wheels
other than those recommended The malfunction light and the DIC
TPMS sensor. The malfunction message should go off at the next
light and DIC message should ignition cycle. The sensors are
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matched to the tire/wheel positions, 3. Uplevel DIC Only: Make sure A message requesting
using a TPMS relearn tool, in the the Tire Pressure info page acceptance of the process may
following order: driver side front tire, option is turned on. The info display.
passenger side front tire, passenger pages on the DIC can be If the vehicle has a base level
side rear tire, and driver side rear. turned on and off through the DIC, press SET/CLR again to
See your dealer for service or to Settings menu. See Driver confirm the selection.
purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS Information Center (DIC)
relearn tool can also be purchased. (Uplevel) 0 137 or Driver The horn sounds twice to
See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Information Center (DIC) (Base signal the receiver is in relearn
Activation Tool at Level) 0 134. mode and the TIRE
www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or LEARNING ACTIVE message
4. If the vehicle has an uplevel displays on the DIC screen.
call 1-800-GM TOOLS DIC, use the DIC controls on
(1-800-468-6657). the right side of the steering 6. Start with the driver side
There are two minutes to match the wheel to scroll to the Tire front tire.
first tire/wheel position, and Pressure screen under the DIC 7. Place the relearn tool against
five minutes overall to match all four info page. the tire sidewall, near the valve
tire/wheel positions. If it takes If the vehicle has a base level stem. Then press the button to
longer, the matching process stops DIC, press MENU to select the activate the TPMS sensor.
and must be restarted. Vehicle Information Menu in A horn chirp confirms that the
The TPMS sensor matching the DIC. Use the thumbwheel sensor identification code has
process is: to scroll to the Tire Pressure been matched to this tire and
Menu item screen. wheel position.
1. Set the parking brake.
5. If the vehicle has an uplevel 8. Proceed to the passenger side
2. Place the vehicle power mode front tire, and repeat the
in ON/RUN/START. See DIC, press and hold the V
procedure in Step 7.
Ignition Positions (Keyless (Set/Reset) button in the center
Access) 0 212 or Ignition of the DIC controls. 9. Proceed to the passenger side
Positions (Key Access) 0 210. If the vehicle has a base level rear tire, and repeat the
DIC, press SET/CLR to begin procedure in Step 7.
the sensor matching process.
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10. Proceed to the driver side rear . There is cord or fabric Anytime unusual wear is
tire, and repeat the procedure showing through the tire's noticed, rotate the tires as soon
in Step 7. The horn sounds two rubber. as possible, check for proper tire
times to indicate the sensor inflation pressure, and check for
identification code has been . The tread or sidewall is
cracked, cut, or snagged damaged tires or wheels. If the
matched to the driver side rear
tire, and the TPMS sensor deep enough to show cord or unusual wear continues after the
matching process is no longer fabric. rotation, check the wheel
active. The TIRE LEARNING alignment. See When It Is Time
ACTIVE message on the DIC . The tire has a bump, bulge, for New Tires 0 315 and Wheel
display screen goes off. or split. Replacement 0 319.
11. Turn the ignition off. . The tire has a puncture, cut,
12. Set all four tires to the or other damage that cannot
recommended air pressure be repaired well because of
level as indicated on the Tire the size or location of the
and Loading Information label. damage.
Tire Inspection Tire Rotation

We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every
including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 352.
for signs of wear or damage at Tires are rotated to achieve a
least once a month. more uniform wear for all tires. Use this rotation pattern when
Replace the tire if: The first rotation is the most rotating the tires.
. important.
The indicators at three or Do not include the compact
more places around the tire spare tire in the tire rotation.
can be seen.
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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 0 308 and Vehicle
Load Limits 0 206.
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 0 311. 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 0 366. wheel nuts or bolts.
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
or less of tread remaining. See Tire
{ Warning When It Is Time for New Inspection 0 314 and Tire
Tires Rotation 0 314.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can Factors such as maintenance, The rubber in tires ages over time.
temperatures, driving speeds, This also applies to the spare tire,
make wheel nuts become loose
vehicle loading, and road conditions if the vehicle has one, even if it is
after time. The wheel could come
affect the wear rate of the tires. never used. Multiple factors
off and cause an accident. When
including temperatures, loading
changing a wheel, remove any conditions, and inflation pressure
rust or dirt from places where the maintenance affect how fast aging
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In takes place. GM recommends that
an emergency, a cloth or a paper tires, including the spare if
(Continued) equipped, be replaced after six
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 0 303.
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 0 314. 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 0 206.
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
sure they are the same size,
{ Warning load range, speed rating, and
electronic systems such as antilock
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
Vehicles that have a tire also be affected.
resulting in a crash or other pressure monitoring system
vehicle damage. Use the could give an inaccurate
correct size, brand, and type low-pressure warning if non-TPC
{ Warning
of tires 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 0 310. 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 0 316 and and light trucks may vary with under controlled conditions on a
Accessories and respect to these grades, they specified government test
Modifications 0 265. 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

Caution
Tire Chains
repaired. See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
The wrong wheel can also cause { Warning
problems with bearing life, brake
wheel that is needed. cooling, speedometer or If the vehicle has 225/45R17 or
Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp P225/40R18 size tires, do not use
same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle tire chains. There is not enough
diameter, width, offset, and be ground clearance, and tire or tire clearance. Tire chains used on a
mounted the same way as the one it chain clearance to the body and vehicle without the proper amount
replaces. chassis. of clearance can cause damage
to the brakes, suspension,
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
or other vehicle parts. The area
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Used Replacement Wheels damaged by the tire chains could
System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts. cause loss of control and a crash.
{ Warning Use another type of traction
device only if its manufacturer
{ Warning Replacing a wheel with a used recommends it for the vehicle's
one is dangerous. How it has tire size combination and road
Using the wrong replacement been used or how far it has been
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel conditions. Follow that
driven may be unknown. It could manufacturer's instructions. To
nuts can be dangerous. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.
affect the braking and handling of avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
When replacing wheels, use a and readjust or remove the
the vehicle. Tires can lose air, new GM original equipment
and cause loss of control, causing traction device if it contacts the
wheel. vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If
a crash. Always use the correct
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel traction devices are used, install
nuts for replacement. them on the front tires.
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If a Tire Goes Flat

Caution { Warning
It is unusual for a tire to blow out
If the vehicle is equipped with while driving, especially if the tires Driving on a flat tire will cause
195/65R15 or 205/55R16 size are maintained properly. See Tires permanent damage to the tire.
tires, use tire chains only where 0 301. If air goes out of a tire, it is Re-inflating a tire after it has been
legal and only when necessary. much more likely to leak out slowly. driven on while severely
Use low profile chains that add no But if there ever is a blowout, here underinflated or flat may cause a
more than 12 mm thickness to the are a few tips about what to expect blowout and a serious crash.
tire tread and inner sidewall. Use and what to do: Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
chains that are the proper size for If a front tire fails, the flat tire that has been driven on while
the tires. Install them on the tires creates a drag that pulls the vehicle severely underinflated or flat.
of the front axle. Do not use toward that side. Take your foot off Have your dealer or an authorized
chains on the tires of the rear the accelerator pedal and grip the tire service center repair or
axle. Tighten them as tightly as steering wheel firmly. Steer to replace the flat tire as soon as
possible with the ends securely maintain lane position, and then possible.
fastened. Drive slowly and follow gently brake to a stop, well off the
the chain manufacturer's road, if possible.
instructions. If the chains contact
the vehicle, stop and retighten
A rear blowout, particularly on a
curve, acts much like a skid and
{ Warning
them. If the contact continues, may require the same correction as Lifting a vehicle and getting under
slow down until it stops. Driving used in a skid. Stop pressing the it to do maintenance or repairs is
too fast or spinning the wheels accelerator pedal and steer to dangerous without the
with chains on will damage the straighten the vehicle. It may be appropriate safety equipment and
vehicle. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake training. If a jack is provided with
to a stop, well off the road,
the vehicle, it is designed only for
if possible.
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
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be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack transmission in P (Park) or a
is provided with the vehicle, only manual transmission in
use it for changing a flat tire. 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and do
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire not restart while the vehicle
and wheel damage by driving slowly is raised. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
to a level place, well off the road, 4. Do not allow passengers to 2. Flat Tire
if possible. Turn on the hazard remain in the vehicle.
warning flashers. See Hazard The following information explains
Warning Flashers 0 161. 5. Place wheel blocks, how to repair or change a tire.
if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite Tire Sealant and
{ Warning corner of the tire being Compressor Kit
changed.
Changing a tire can be
dangerous. The vehicle can slip
off the jack and roll over or fall When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),
{ Warning
causing injury or death. Find a use the following example as a Idling a vehicle in an enclosed
level place to change the tire. To guide to assist in the placement of area with poor ventilation is
help prevent the vehicle from the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. dangerous. Engine exhaust may
moving: enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust
1. Set the parking brake firmly. contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled.
(Continued) It can cause unconsciousness
and even death. Never run the
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Read and follow all of the tire

Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) sealant and compressor kit
instructions.
engine in an enclosed area that compartment of the vehicle could
has no fresh air ventilation. For cause injury. In a sudden stop or The kit includes:
more information, see Engine collision, loose equipment could
Exhaust 0 221. strike someone. Store the tire
sealant and compressor kit in its
original location.
{ Warning If this vehicle has a tire sealant and
Overinflating a tire could cause compressor kit, there may not be a
the tire to rupture and you or spare tire or tire changing
others could be injured. Be sure equipment, and on some vehicles
to read and follow the tire sealant there may not be a place to store
and compressor kit instructions a tire.
and inflate the tire to its The tire sealant and compressor
recommended pressure. Do not can be used to temporarily seal 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve
exceed the recommended punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in
2. Sealant/Air Hose
pressure. the tread area of the tire. It can also
be used to inflate an 3. Base of Sealant Canister
underinflated tire. 4. Tire Sealant Canister
5. On/Off Button
{ Warning If the tire has been separated from
the wheel, has damaged sidewalls,
6. Slot on Top of Compressor
7. Pressure Deflation Button
Storing the tire sealant and or has a large puncture, the tire is
too severely damaged for the tire 8. Pressure Gauge
compressor kit or other
equipment in the passenger sealant and compressor kit to be
effective. See Roadside Assistance
(Continued) Program 0 373.
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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
faster.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
9. Power Plug and wheel damage by driving slowly
10. Air Only Hose to a level place. Turn on the hazard
Tire Sealant warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers 0 161. 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to
Read and follow the safe handling
See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 321 for the sealant canister inlet
instructions on the label adhered to
other important safety warnings. valve (1) by turning it clockwise
the tire sealant canister (4).
until tight.
Do not remove any objects that
Check the tire sealant expiration
have penetrated the tire.
date on the tire sealant canister.
The tire sealant canister (4) should 1. Remove the tire sealant
be replaced before its expiration canister (4) and compressor
date. Replacement tire sealant from its storage location. See
canisters are available at your local Storing the Tire Sealant and
dealer. Compressor Kit 0 329.
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.
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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 0 112. 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 0 308.
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 0 373.
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 0 373.
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.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
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 0 161.
26. Replace it with a new canister See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 321 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 0 329. 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 0 373.
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 0 308. 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 0 112. 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) Storing the Tire Sealant Tire Changing
counterclockwise to remove it
from the tire valve stem.
and Compressor Kit Removing the Spare Tire and
13. Replace the tire valve The tire sealant and compressor kit Tools
stem cap. is in the trunk under the load floor. To access the spare tire and tools:
14. Return the air only hose (10) To remove the kit:
and power plug (9) back to 1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See
their original storage location. Trunk 0 47 or Liftgate 0 49.
15. Return the equipment to its
original storage location in the
vehicle.
The tire sealant and compressor kit
has accessory adapters located in a
compartment on the bottom of its
housing that can be used to inflate
air mattresses, balls, etc.
Vehicles with a Trunk
1. Tow Hook
2. Jack
2. Remove the compressor (1) 3. Wrench
and the tire sealant 4. Screwdriver (If Equipped)
canister (2).
To store the inflator kit, reverse the
steps.
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4. The jack and tools are stored 4. Place the jack under the
under the spare tire. Remove vehicle.
them from their container and 5. Put the compact spare tire
place them near the tire being near you.
changed.
Removing the Flat Tire and { Warning
Installing the Spare Tire
Getting under a vehicle when it is
1. Do a safety check before lifted on a jack is dangerous.
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes If the vehicle slips off the jack,
Flat 0 321.
you could be badly injured or
killed. Never get under a vehicle
Vehicles with a Liftgate when it is supported only by
1. Jack a jack.
2. Wrench
3. Tow Hook
4. Strap { Warning
1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See
Raising the vehicle with the jack
Trunk 0 47 or Liftgate 0 49.
improperly positioned can
2. Lift the load floor. damage the vehicle and even
3. Turn the retainer nut make the vehicle fall. To help
counterclockwise and remove avoid personal injury and vehicle
the spare tire. Place the spare 2. Turn the wheel wrench damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
tire next to the tire being counterclockwise to loosen all head into the proper location
changed. the wheel nuts, but do not before raising the vehicle.
remove them yet.
3. Place the jack near the flat tire.
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{ Warning
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
it to do maintenance or repairs is
dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and
training. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only 6. Position the jack lift head at the
use it for changing a flat tire. jack location nearest the flat
tire. The location is indicated
by a notch on the bottom edge
of the body side.
Caution
The jack must not be used in
Make sure that the jack lift head any other position.
is in the correct position or you
may damage your vehicle. The
repairs would not be covered by
your warranty.
7. Raise the vehicle by turning the

jack handle clockwise. Raise
the vehicle far enough off the
ground so there is enough
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room for the road tire to clear

the ground. Do not raise the Warning (Continued) { Warning
jack any further.
rust or dirt from places where the Never use oil or grease on bolts
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In or nuts because the nuts might
an emergency, a cloth or a paper come loose. The vehicle's wheel
towel can be used; however, use could fall off, causing a crash.
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt. 12. Reinstall the wheel nuts.
Tighten each nut by hand until
the wheel is held against
the hub.
13. Lower the vehicle by turning
the jack handle
counterclockwise.
8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. { Warning

9. Remove the flat tire.
Wheel nuts that are improperly or
incorrectly tightened can cause
{ Warning the wheels to become loose or
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the come off. The wheel nuts should
parts to which it is fastened, can be tightened with a torque wrench
10. Remove any rust or dirt from
make wheel nuts become loose to the proper torque specification
the wheel bolts, mounting
after time. The wheel could come after replacing. Follow the torque
surfaces, and spare wheel.
off and cause an accident. When specification supplied by the
changing a wheel, remove any 11. Place the compact spare tire aftermarket manufacturer when
on the wheel-mounting surface. using accessory locking wheel
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Warning (Continued) Caution

nuts. See Capacities and Wheel covers will not fit on the
Specifications 0 366 for original vehicle's compact spare. If you try
equipment wheel nut torque to put a wheel cover on the
specifications. compact spare, the cover or the
spare could be damaged.
Caution Storing a Flat or Spare Tire

and Tools
Improperly tightened wheel nuts
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in
a crisscross sequence, as
{ Warning
brake repairs, evenly tighten the shown. Storing a jack, a tire, or other
wheel nuts in the proper equipment in the passenger
15. Lower the jack all the way and
sequence and to the proper remove the jack from under the compartment of the vehicle could
torque specification. See vehicle. cause injury. In a sudden stop or
Capacities and Specifications collision, loose equipment could
0 366 for the wheel nut torque 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly strike someone. Store all these in
specification. with the wheel wrench.
the proper place.
When reinstalling the wheel cover or
center cap on the full-size tire,
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
tighten all five plastic caps hand
Tools Vehicles with a Trunk
snug with the aid of the wheel
wrench and tighten them with the 1. Replace the jack and tools in
wheel wrench an additional their original storage location.
one-quarter of a turn.
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3. Attach the loop end of the strap

to the thread and secure it with
the wing nut.
4. Replace the load floor.
5. Place the tire, lying flat, valve
stem up, on the right side of
the load floor.
2. Place the tire, lying flat, valve 2. Open and remove the storage
stem down in the spare compartment door. Store the
tire well. door under the rear floor
3. Turn the retainer nut clockwise storage cover.
until tight.
4. Replace the load floor.
Storing a Flat Tire and Tools
Vehicles with a Liftgate
6. Route the strap hook through
The spare tire wheel well is not the wheel.
designed to store a full size tire.
7. Route and attach the strap
A damaged full size tire must be
around the strut in the storage
stored on the load floor and secured
compartment.
with the strap provided.
8. Tighten the strap and secure it
1. Replace the jack and tools in
using the buckle.
their original storage location.
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Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Stop as soon as possible and check
Vehicles with a Liftgate that the spare tire is correctly Caution (Continued)
Reverse the directions for removing inflated after being installed on the
vehicle. The compact spare tire is with guide rails. The compact
the jack, tools, and spare tire. spare can get caught on the rails
designed for temporary use only.
The compact spare is for temporary The vehicle will perform differently which can damage the tire, wheel,
use only. Replace the compact with the spare tire installed and it is and other parts of the vehicle.
spare tire with a full-size tire as recommended that the vehicle
soon as you can. speed be limited to 80 km/h Do not use the compact spare on
(50 mph). To conserve the tread of other vehicles.
Compact Spare Tire the spare tire, have the standard tire
repaired or replaced as soon as Do not mix the compact spare tire or
wheel with other wheels or tires.
{ Warning convenient and return the spare tire
to the storage area. They will not fit. Keep the spare tire
and its wheel together.
Driving with more than one When using a compact spare tire,
compact spare tire at a time could the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and
result in loss of braking and Traction Control systems may
Caution
handling. This could lead to a engage until the spare tire is Tire chains will not fit the compact
crash and you or others could be recognized by the vehicle, spare. Using them can damage
injured. Use only one compact especially on slippery roads. Adjust
the vehicle and the chains. Do not
spare tire at a time. driving to reduce possible
use tire chains on the compact
wheel slip.
spare.
If this vehicle has a compact spare
tire, it was fully inflated when new; Caution
however, it can lose air over time.
Check the inflation pressure When the compact spare is
regularly. It should be 420 kPa installed, do not take the vehicle
(60 psi). through an automatic car wash
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Jump Starting Warning (Continued) Caution

Jump Starting - North See California Proposition Ignoring these steps could result
America 65 Warning 0 264. in costly damage to the vehicle
that would not be covered by the
For more information about the vehicle warranty. Trying to start
vehicle battery, see Battery - North the vehicle by pushing or pulling it
America 0 285. { Warning will not work, and it could damage
If the battery has run down, try to Batteries can hurt you. They can the vehicle.
use another vehicle and some be dangerous because:
jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Be sure to use the following steps to . They contain acid that can
do it safely. burn you.
. They contain gas that can
{ Warning explode or ignite.
. They contain enough
WARNING: Battery posts,
electricity to burn you.
terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead If you do not follow these steps
compounds, chemicals known to exactly, some or all of these
the State of California to cause things can hurt you.
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also 1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) Shown, 1.6L
contain other chemicals known to L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) Similar
the State of California to cause
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER 1. Discharged Battery Positive
HANDLING. Terminal
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2. Discharged Battery
Negative Grounding Caution Caution (Continued)
Terminal
If the other vehicle does not have be covered by the vehicle
3. Good Battery Negative
Terminal a 12-volt system with a negative warranty. Whenever possible, turn
ground, both vehicles can be off or unplug all accessories on
4. Good Battery Positive
Terminal damaged. Only use a vehicle that either vehicle when jump starting.
has a 12-volt system with a
The jump start remote negative negative ground for jump starting.
grounding terminal (2) for the 4. Turn the ignition to off. Turn off
discharged battery is on the driver all lights and accessories in
side shock tower. 2. Position the two vehicles so both vehicles, except the
that they are not touching. hazard warning flashers if
The jump start positive terminal on needed.
the discharged battery (1) is located 3. Set the parking brake firmly
in the engine compartment on the and put the shift lever in
driver side of the vehicle. P (Park) with an automatic { Warning
transmission, or Neutral with a
The jump start positive terminal (4) manual transmission. See An electric fan can start up even
and negative terminal (3) are on the Shifting Into Park 0 219 with an when the engine is not running
battery of the vehicle providing the automatic transmission, or and can injure you. Keep hands,
jump start. Parking 0 221 with a manual clothing, and tools away from any
The positive jump start connection transmission. underhood electric fan.
for the discharged battery is under a
trim cover. Open the cover to Caution
expose the terminal.
If any accessories are left on or
{ Warning
1. Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12-volt battery plugged in during the jump Using a match near a battery can
with a negative ground system. starting procedure, they could be cause battery gas to explode.
damaged. The repairs would not People have been hurt doing this,
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6. Connect the other end of the

Warning (Continued) red positive (+) cable to the Caution (Continued)
positive (+) terminal of the good
and some have been blinded. battery. vehicle. The repairs would not be
Use a flashlight if you need more covered by the vehicle warranty.
light. 7. Connect one end of the black Always connect and remove the
negative () cable to the jumper cables in the correct order,
Battery fluid contains acid that negative () terminal of the
can burn you. Do not get it on making sure that the cables do
good battery. not touch each other or other
you. If you accidentally get it in
8. Connect the other end of the metal.
your eyes or on your skin, flush
black negative () cable to the
the place with water and get
negative () grounding terminal
medical help immediately. Jumper Cable Removal
for the discharged battery.
Reverse the sequence exactly when
9. Start the engine in the vehicle
removing the jumper cables.
with the good battery and run
{ Warning the engine at idle speed for at After starting the disabled vehicle
least four minutes. and removing the jumper cables,
Fans or other moving engine allow it to idle for several minutes.
parts can injure you badly. Keep 10. Try to start the vehicle that had
your hands away from moving the dead battery. If it will not
start after a few tries, it
parts once the engine is running.
probably needs service.
5. Connect one end of the red Caution

positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal on the If the jumper cables are
discharged battery. connected or removed in the
wrong order, electrical shorting
may occur and damage the
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Towing the Vehicle Caution

Here are some important things to
consider before recreational vehicle
towing:
Caution Improper use of the tow eye can
cause vehicle damage. Use . The towing capacity of the
Incorrectly towing a disabled caution and low speeds to towing vehicle. Be sure to read
vehicle may cause damage. The prevent damage to the vehicle. the tow vehicle manufacturer's
damage would not be covered by recommendations.
the vehicle warranty. . How far the vehicle will be
If the vehicle is equipped with tow
Do not lash or hook to eye, only use the tow eye to pull the towed. Some vehicles have
suspension components. Use the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier restrictions on how far and how
from a flat road surface. Do not use long they can tow.
proper straps around the tires to
secure the vehicle. the tow eye to pull the vehicle from . The proper towing equipment.
snow, mud or sand. See your dealer or trailering
professional for additional advice
Use only a flatbed tow truck for
towing a disabled vehicle. Never
Recreational Vehicle and equipment
Towing recommendations.
use a sling type lift or damage will
occur. Use ramps to help reduce . Whether the vehicle is ready to
Recreational vehicle towing refers to
approach angles if necessary. be towed. Just as preparing the
towing the vehicle behind another
A towed vehicle should have its vehicle for a long trip, make sure
vehicle, such as behind a motor
drive wheels off the ground. the vehicle is prepared to be
home. The two most common types
towed.
Consult a professional towing of recreational vehicle towing are
service if the disabled vehicle must known as dinghy towing and dolly
be towed. towing. Dinghy towing is towing the Caution
vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground. Dolly towing is towing the Use of a shield mounted in front
vehicle with two wheels on the of the vehicle grille could restrict
ground and two wheels up on a airflow and cause damage to the
device known as a dolly. (Continued)
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Dinghy Towing (with Manual

Caution (Continued) Caution Transmission)
transmission. The repairs would If the vehicle is towed with all four
not be covered by the vehicle wheels on the ground, the
warranty. If using a shield, only drivetrain components could be
use one that attaches to the damaged. The repairs would not
towing vehicle. be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not tow the vehicle
with all four wheels on the
Dinghy Towing (with Automatic
ground.
Transmission)
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission should not be towed
with all four wheels on the ground.
If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly To dinghy tow the vehicle from the
should be used. See "Dolly Towing" front with all four wheels on the
later in this section. ground:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and
then secure it to the towing
vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission to
Neutral.
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3. Turn the ignition to ACC/ Dolly Towing

ACCESSORY.
4. To prevent the battery from
draining while the vehicle is
being towed, remove fuses
F15, F23, F26, and F27 from
the instrument panel fuse
block. See Instrument Panel
Fuse Block 0 298.
Remember to reinstall the fuses
once the destination has been
reached.
Caution
Caution
Towing the vehicle from the rear To tow the vehicle with the two rear
If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded could damage it. Also, repairs wheels on the ground and the front
while towing the vehicle, it could would not be covered by the wheels on a dolly:
be damaged. Never exceed vehicle warranty. Never have the 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
105 km/h (65 mph) while towing vehicle towed from the rear. 2. Shift an automatic transmission
the vehicle. into P (Park) or a manual
transmission into 1 (First) gear.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Clamp the steering wheel in a
straight-ahead position with a
clamping device designed for
towing.
5. Turn the ignition off.
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6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Appearance Care Caution (Continued)

7. Release the parking brake.
Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding
Locks correct product usage, necessary
Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and
Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any
absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product.
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 361.
Caution
Washing the Vehicle
Avoid using high-pressure
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use
Caution of power washers exceeding
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
Towing the vehicle from the rear Caution
in damage or removal of paint
could damage it. Also, repairs and decals.
Do not use petroleum-based,
would not be covered by the
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
vehicle warranty. Never have the
agents as they can damage the
vehicle towed from the rear.
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Caution
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle Do not power wash any
warranty. Approved cleaning component under the hood that
products can be obtained from has this e symbol.
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Finish Care
Caution (Continued) Caution
Application of aftermarket clearcoat
This could cause damage that sealant/wax materials is not Machine compounding or
would not be covered by the recommended. If painted surfaces aggressive polishing on a
vehicle warranty. are damaged, see your dealer to basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
have the damage assessed and may damage it. Use only
repaired. Foreign materials such as non-abrasive waxes and polishes
If using an automatic car wash, calcium chloride and other salts, ice
comply with the car wash that are made for a basecoat/
melting agents, road oil and tar, tree clearcoat paint finish on the
instructions. The windshield wiper sap, bird droppings, chemicals from
and rear window wiper, if equipped, vehicle.
industrial chimneys, etc., can
must be off. Remove any damage the vehicle's finish if they
accessories that may be damaged remain on painted surfaces. Wash To keep the paint finish looking new,
or interfere with the car wash the vehicle as soon as possible. keep the vehicle garaged or
equipment. If necessary, use non-abrasive covered whenever possible.
Rinse the vehicle well, before cleaners that are marked safe for
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal
washing and after, to remove all painted surfaces to remove foreign
Moldings
cleaning agents completely. If they matter.
are allowed to dry on the surface, Occasional hand waxing or mild
they could stain. Caution
polishing should be done to remove
Dry the finish with a soft, clean residue from the paint finish. See Failure to clean and protect the
chamois or an all-cotton towel to your dealer for approved cleaning bright metal moldings can result
avoid surface scratches and water products. in a hazy white finish or pitting.
spotting. Do not apply waxes or polishes to This damage would not be
uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, covered by the vehicle warranty.
decals, simulated wood, or flat paint
as damage can occur.
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The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or
vehicle are aluminum, chrome, Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and covers while the lamps are
or stainless steel. To prevent Stripes illuminated, due to excessive
damage always follow these heat generated.
cleaning instructions: Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth, and a car washing soap
. Be sure the molding is cool to to clean exterior lamps, lenses, Caution
the touch before applying any emblems, decals, and stripes.
cleaning solution. Failure to clean lamps properly
Follow instructions under "Washing can cause damage to the lamp
. Use only approved cleaning the Vehicle" previously in this
cover that would not be covered
solutions for aluminum, chrome, section.
by the vehicle warranty.
or stainless steel. Some Lamp covers are made of plastic,
cleaners are highly acidic or and some have a UV protective
contain alkaline substances and coating. Do not clean or wipe them
can damage the moldings. while they are dry. Caution
. Always dilute a concentrated Do not use any of the following on
cleaner according to the Using wax on low gloss black
lamp covers: finish stripes can increase the
manufacturers instructions.
. Abrasive or caustic agents. gloss level and create a
. Do not use cleaners that are not non-uniform finish. Clean low
intended for automotive use. . Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations gloss stripes with soap and
. Use a nonabrasive wax on the than suggested by the water only.
vehicle after washing to protect manufacturer.
and extend the molding finish.
. Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes
or other harsh cleaners. Clear debris from the air intakes,
. Ice scrapers or other hard items. between the hood and windshield,
when washing the vehicle.
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Windshield and Wiper Blades the motor cools and the wiper
control is turned off. See Electrical Caution (Continued)
Clean the outside of the windshield
System Overload 0 293.
with glass cleaner. dressing, always wipe off any
Clean rubber blades using lint-free Weatherstrips overspray from all painted
cloth or paper towel soaked with Apply Dielectric silicone grease on surfaces on the vehicle.
windshield washer fluid or a mild weatherstrips to make them last
detergent. Wash the windshield longer, seal better, and not stick or Wheels and Trim Aluminum
thoroughly when cleaning the squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at or Chrome
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and least once a year. Hot, dry climates
a buildup of vehicle wash/wax may require more frequent Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
treatments may cause wiper application. Black marks from soap and water to clean the wheels.
streaking. rubber material on painted surfaces After rinsing thoroughly with clean
can be removed by rubbing with a water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
Replace the wiper blades if they are A wax may then be applied.
worn or damaged. Damage can be clean cloth. See Recommended
caused by extreme dusty Fluids and Lubricants 0 361.
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, Caution
Tires
snow and ice.
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Chrome wheels and other chrome
Clear ice and snow from the wiper clean the tires. trim may be damaged if the
blades before using them. If frozen vehicle is not washed after driving
to the windshield, carefully loosen on roads that have been sprayed
them or thaw them. Damaged wiper Caution
with magnesium, calcium,
blades should be replaced. See or sodium chloride. These
Using petroleum-based tire
Wiper Blade Replacement 0 288. chlorides are used on roads for
dressing products on the vehicle
Heavy snow or ice can overload the may damage the paint finish and/ conditions such as ice and dust.
wipers. If the wiper motor overheats, or tires. When applying a tire Always wash the chrome with
the windshield wipers will stop until soap and water after exposure.
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Steering, Suspension, and underbody. Take care to thoroughly

Caution Chassis Components clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
To avoid surface damage, do not Visually inspect steering,
use strong soaps, chemicals, suspension, and chassis Do not directly power wash the
abrasive polishes, cleaners, components for damaged, loose, transfer case and/or front/rear axle
brushes, or cleaners that contain or missing parts or signs of wear at output seals. High pressure water
acid on aluminum or least once a year. can overcome the seals and
chrome-plated wheels. Use only contaminate the fluid. Contaminated
Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the
approved cleaners. Also, never attachment, connections, binding, transfer case and/or axles and
drive a vehicle with aluminum or leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. should be replaced.
chrome-plated wheels through an
Visually check constant velocity joint
automatic car wash that uses boots and axle seals for leaks. Sheet Metal Damage
silicone carbide tire cleaning If the vehicle is damaged and
brushes. Damage could occur Body Component Lubrication requires sheet metal repair or
and the repairs would not be Lubricate all key lock cylinders, replacement, make sure the body
covered by the vehicle warranty. hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel repair shop applies anti-corrosion
fuel door hinge and power assist material to parts repaired or
Brake System step hinges, unless the components replaced to restore corrosion
are plastic. Applying silicone grease protection.
Visually inspect brake lines and on weatherstrips with a clean cloth
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, Original manufacturer replacement
will make them last longer, seal parts will provide the corrosion
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect better, and not stick or squeak.
disc brake pads for wear and rotors protection while maintaining the
for surface condition. Inspect drum Underbody Maintenance vehicle warranty.
brake linings/shoes for wear or At least twice a year, spring and fall, Finish Damage
cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. use plain water to flush any Quickly repair minor chips and
corrosive materials from the scratches with touch-up materials
available from your dealer to avoid
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corrosion. Larger areas of finish Use cleaners specifically designed A concentrated soap solution will
damage can be corrected in your for the surfaces being cleaned to create streaks and attract dirt.
dealer's body and paint shop. prevent permanent damage. Apply Do not use solutions that contain
all cleaners directly to the cleaning strong or caustic soap.
Chemical Paint Spotting cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any . Do not heavily saturate the
Airborne pollutants can fall upon switches or controls. Remove upholstery when cleaning.
and attack painted vehicle surfaces cleaners quickly.
causing blotchy, ring-shaped . Do not use solvents or cleaners
Before using cleaners, read and containing solvents.
discolorations, and small, irregular follow all safety instructions on the
dark spots etched into the paint label. While cleaning the interior, Interior Glass
surface. See Finish Care open the doors and windows to get
previously in this section. To clean, use a terry cloth fabric
proper ventilation.
dampened with water. Wipe droplets
Interior Care To prevent damage, do not clean left behind with a clean dry cloth.
the interior using the following If necessary, use a commercial
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, cleaners or techniques: glass cleaner after cleaning with
regularly clean the vehicle's interior. plain water.
. Never use a razor or any other
Immediately remove any soils.
sharp object to remove soil from
Newspapers or dark garments can
any interior surface. Caution
transfer color to the vehicles
interior. . Never use a brush with stiff To prevent scratching, never use
bristles. abrasive cleaners on automotive
Use a soft bristle brush to remove
dust from knobs and crevices on the . Never rub any surface glass. Abrasive cleaners or
instrument cluster. Using a mild aggressively or with too much aggressive cleaning may damage
soap solution, immediately remove pressure. the rear window defogger.
hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect . Do not use laundry detergents or
repellent from all interior surfaces or dishwashing soaps with
permanent damage may result. Cleaning the windshield with water
degreasers. For liquid cleaners, during the first three to six months
use approximately 20 drops per of ownership will reduce tendency
3.8 L (1 gal) of water. to fog.
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Speaker Covers To clean: using a commercial upholstery

1. Saturate a clean, lint-free cleaner or spot lifter. If ring
Vacuum around a speaker cover
colorfast cloth with water. formation occurs, clean the entire
gently, so that the speaker will not
Microfiber cloth is fabric or carpet.
be damaged. Clean spots with water
and mild soap. recommended to prevent lint After cleaning, use a paper towel to
transfer to the fabric or carpet. blot excess moisture.
Coated Moldings
2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
Coated moldings should be cleaned. gently wringing until water does and Vehicle Information and
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays
sponge or soft, lint-free cloth 3. Start on the outside edge of the
dampened with water. Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss
soil and gently rub toward the surfaces or vehicle displays. First,
. When heavily soiled, use warm center. Fold the cleaning cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove
soapy water. 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
Fabric/Carpet/Suede fabric. microfiber cloth. Never use window
Start by vacuuming the surface 4. Continue gently rubbing the cleaners or solvents. Periodically
using a soft brush attachment. If a soiled area until there is no hand wash the microfiber cloth
rotating vacuum brush attachment is longer any color transfer from separately, using mild soap. Do not
being used, only use it on the floor the soil to the cleaning cloth. use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
carpet. Before cleaning, gently thoroughly and air dry before
remove as much of the soil as 5. If the soil is not completely
removed, use a mild soap next use.
possible:
solution followed only by plain
. Gently blot liquids with a paper water.
towel. Continue blotting until no
more soil can be removed. If the soil is not completely
removed, it may be necessary to
. For solid soils, remove as much use a commercial upholstery
as possible prior to vacuuming. cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small
hidden area for colorfastness before
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Vehicle Care 349
Caution Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued)

Do not attach a device with a Wipe excess moisture from these the vehicle, blot immediately and
suction cup to the display. This surfaces after cleaning and allow clean with a soft cloth dampened
may cause damage and would them to dry naturally. Never use with a mild soap solution.
not be covered by the vehicle heat, steam, or spot removers. Do Damage caused by air fresheners
warranty. not use cleaners that contain would not be covered by the
silicone or wax-based products. vehicle warranty.
Cleaners containing these
Instrument Panel, Leather,
solvents can permanently change
Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Cargo Cover and
the appearance and feel of
Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and Convenience Net
leather or soft trim, and are not
Natural Open Pore Wood recommended. Wash with warm water and mild
Surfaces detergent. Do not use chlorine
Use a soft microfiber cloth bleach. Rinse with cold water, and
Do not use cleaners that increase then dry completely.
dampened with water to remove gloss, especially on the instrument
dust and loose dirt. For a more panel. Reflected glare can decrease Care of Safety Belts
thorough cleaning, use a soft visibility through the windshield
microfiber cloth dampened with a Keep belts clean and dry.
under certain conditions.
mild soap solution.
Caution { Warning
Caution
Do not bleach or dye safety belt
Use of air fresheners may cause
Soaking or saturating leather, webbing. It may severely weaken
permanent damage to plastics
especially perforated leather, as the webbing. In a crash, they
and painted surfaces. If an air
well as other interior surfaces, might not be able to provide
freshener comes in contact with
may cause permanent damage. adequate protection. Clean and
any plastic or painted surface in
(Continued)
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350 Vehicle Care
purchased. Non-GM floor mats

Warning (Continued) may not fit properly and may
interfere with the pedals. Always
rinse safety belt webbing only check that the floor mats do not
with mild soap and lukewarm interfere with the pedals.
water. Allow the webbing to dry.
. Do not use a floor mat if the
vehicle is not equipped with a
Floor Mats floor mat retainer on the driver
side floor.
{ Warning . Use the floor mat with the
correct side up. Do not turn
If a floor mat is the wrong size or it over.
is not properly installed, it can Reinstall by lining up the floor mat
. Do not place anything on top of retainer openings over the carpet
interfere with the pedals.
the driver side floor mat. retainers and snapping into position.
Interference with the pedals can
cause unintended acceleration . Use only a single floor mat on Make sure the floor mat is properly
and/or increased stopping the driver side. secured in place.
distance which can cause a crash . Do not place one floor mat on Verify the floor mat does not
and injury. Make sure the floor top of another. interfere with the pedals.
mat does not interfere with the
pedals. Removing and Replacing the
Driver and Front Passenger
Floor Mats
Use the following guidelines for
proper floor mat usage: If equipped, pull up on the rear of
the floor mat to unlock each retainer
. The original equipment floor
and remove.
mats were designed for your
vehicle. If the floor mats need
replacing, it is recommended
that GM certified floor mats be
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Service and Maintenance 351
Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and

additional maintenance items like
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
blades.
the required maintenance for the
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help Caution
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 351 protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or Damage caused by improper
Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may maintenance can lead to costly
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 352 also help to maintain the value of repairs and may not be covered
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the by the vehicle warranty.
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application Maintenance intervals, checks,
all required maintenance performed. inspections, recommended fluids,
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Your dealer has trained technicians and lubricants are important to
Additional Maintenance who can perform required keep the vehicle in good working
and Care maintenance using genuine condition.
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 up-to-date tools and equipment for
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many The Tire Rotation and Required
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and Services are the responsibility of the
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy vehicle owner. It is recommended to
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online have your dealer perform these
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 scheduling to assist with service services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Maintenance Replacement needs. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 keep the vehicle in good working
Your dealer recognizes the condition, improves fuel economy,
Maintenance Records importance of providing and reduces vehicle emissions.
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 364 competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained Because of the way people use
technicians, the dealer is the place vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
for routine maintenance such as oil There may need to be more
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352 Service and Maintenance
frequent checks and services. The . Used for taxi, police, or delivery
Additional Required Services - service.
Maintenance
Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the
Schedule
. Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services
within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
the Tire and Loading Information At Each Fuel Stop
label. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 206.
{ Warning . Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0 270.
. Are driven on reasonable road Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause Once a Month
surfaces within legal driving
limits. serious injury. Perform . Check the tire inflation
maintenance work only if the pressures. See Tire
. Use the recommended fuel. See
required information, proper tools, Pressure 0 308.
Fuel (Gasoline) 0 249 or see
and equipment are available. . Inspect the tires for wear. See
Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 250.
If they are not, see your dealer to Tire Inspection 0 314.
Refer to the information in the have a trained technician do the
Maintenance Schedule Additional . Check the windshield washer
work. See Doing Your Own
Required Services - Normal chart. Service Work 0 265. fluid level. See Washer
Fluid 0 282.
The Additional Required Services -
Severe are for vehicles that are:
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic
in hot weather.
. Mainly driven in hilly or
mountainous terrain.
. Frequently towing a trailer.
. Used for high speed or
competitive driving.
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Once a Year (Minimum) Tire Rotation and Required . Check tire inflation pressures.
. On vehicles with diesel engines, Services Every 12 000 km/ See Tire Pressure 0 308.
it is recommended to drain the 7,500 mi . Inspect tire wear. See Tire
diesel fuel filter of water when Rotate the tires, if recommended for Inspection 0 314.
the WATER IN FUEL - the vehicle, and perform the . Visually check for fluid leaks.
CONTACT SERVICE message following services. See Tire
displays or a minimum of once . Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
Rotation 0 314.
a year. See Engine Air Cleaner/
. Check engine oil level and oil Filter 0 276.
Engine Oil Change life percentage. If needed,
. Inspect brake system. See
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL change engine oil and filter, and
Exterior Care 0 342.
SOON DIC message displays, have reset oil life system. See Engine
Oil 0 270 and Engine Oil Life . Visually inspect steering,
the engine oil and filter changed
within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. System 0 273. suspension, and chassis
If driven under the best conditions, . Check engine coolant level. See components for damaged, loose,
the engine oil life system may not or missing parts or signs of
Engine Coolant 0 278.
indicate the need for vehicle service wear. See Exterior Care 0 342.
. Check windshield washer fluid
for up to a year. The engine oil and . Check restraint system
level. See Washer Fluid 0 282.
filter must be changed at least once components. See Safety System
a year and the oil life system must . Visually inspect windshield wiper Check 0 72.
be reset. Your trained dealer blades for wear, cracking,
. Visually inspect fuel system for
technician can perform this work. or contamination. See Exterior
damage or leaks.
If the engine oil life system is reset Care 0 342. Replace worn or
accidentally, service the vehicle damaged wiper blades. See . Visually inspect exhaust system
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the Wiper Blade and nearby heat shields for
last service. Reset the oil life Replacement 0 288. loose or damaged parts.
system when the oil is changed.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 273.
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. Lubricate body components. See . Check parking brake and . Check tire sealant expiration
Exterior Care 0 342. automatic transmission park date, if equipped. See Tire
. Check starter switch. See Starter mechanism. See Park Brake and Sealant and Compressor
Switch Check 0 286. P (Park) Mechanism Kit 0 322.
Check 0 287. . Inspect sunroof track and seal,
. Check automatic transmission
. Check accelerator pedal for if equipped. See Sunroof 0 57.
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift damage, high effort, or binding.
Lock Control Function Replace if needed.
Check 0 287. . Visually inspect gas strut for
. Check ignition transmission lock. signs of wear, cracks, or other
See Ignition Transmission Lock damage. Check the hold open
Check 0 287. ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
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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) @ @ @
Diesel Engine Only: Replace fuel filter. (3) @ @ @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4) @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect ignition coil boots. @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Replace brake/clutch fluid. If equipped with
manual transmission. (7)
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Footnotes Maintenance (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor (5) Or every five years, whichever
Schedule Additional Required lines and hoses for proper comes first. See Cooling
Services - Normal attachment, connection, routing, and System 0 277.
(1) Or every two years, whichever condition. (6) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. More frequent (3) Or every two years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying,
passenger compartment air filter comes first. The diesel fuel filter excessive cracking, or damage;
replacement may be needed if cartridge may need to be replaced replace, if needed.
driving in areas with heavy traffic, more frequently, based on biodiesel (7) Replace brake fluid every five
poor air quality, high dust levels, usage, driving in severe dust years. See Brake Fluid 0 284.
or environmental allergens. climate or off-road driving or towing
Passenger compartment air filter a trailer for extended periods.
replacement may also be needed if (4) Or every four years, whichever
there is reduced airflow, window comes first.
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) @ @ @
Diesel Engine Only: Replace fuel filter. (3) @ @ @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4) @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @
Change manual transmission fluid. @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect ignition coil boots. @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Replace brake/clutch fluid. If equipped with
manual transmission. (7)
Footnotes Maintenance replacement may be needed if there is reduced airflow, window

Schedule Additional Required driving in areas with heavy traffic, fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
Services - Severe poor air quality, high dust levels, can help determine when to replace
(1) Or every two years, whichever or environmental allergens. the filter.
comes first. More frequent Passenger compartment air filter
passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if
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(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor Special Application Additional
lines and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing, and Services Maintenance and Care
condition. . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important
(3) Or every two years, whichever Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly
comes first. The diesel fuel filter components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly
cartridge may need to be replaced . repairs. To maintain vehicle
Have underbody flushing service
more frequently, based on biodiesel performance, additional
performed. See "Underbody
usage, driving in severe dust maintenance services may be
Maintenance" in Exterior
climate or off-road driving or towing required.
Care 0 342.
a trailer for extended periods.
It is recommended that your dealer
(4) Or every four years, whichever perform these services their
comes first. trained dealer technicians know
(5) Or every five years, whichever your vehicle best. Your dealer can
comes first. See Cooling also perform a thorough
System 0 277. assessment with a multi-point
inspection to recommend when your
(6) Or every 10 years, whichever vehicle may need attention.
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage;
replace, if needed.
(7) Replace brake fluid every five
years. See Brake Fluid 0 284.
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The following list is intended to . A message may indicate when . Instrument cluster lights may
explain the services and conditions scheduled maintenance on the come on to indicate that fluids
to look for that may indicate timing belt and other may be low and need to be
services are required. components is required. filled.
Battery Brakes Hoses
The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should
the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure
additional electrical accessories. . Signs of brake wear may include that there are no cracks or leaks.
. To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing With a multi-point inspection, your
start the vehicle, maintain a noises, or difficulty stopping. dealer can inspect the hoses and
battery with full cranking power. advise if replacement is needed.
. Trained dealer technicians have
. Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment Lamps
the diagnostic equipment to test to inspect the brakes and Properly working headlamps,
the battery and ensure that the recommend quality parts taillamps, and brake lamps are
connections and cables are engineered for the vehicle. important to see and be seen on
corrosion-free. the road.
Fluids
Belts . Signs that the headlamps need
Proper fluid levels and approved
. Belts may need replacing if they fluids protect the vehicles systems attention include dimming, failure
squeak or show signs of and components. See to light, cracking, or damage.
cracking or splitting. Recommended Fluids and The brake lamps need to be
Lubricants 0 361 for GM approved checked periodically to ensure
. Trained dealer technicians have that they light when braking.
access to tools and equipment fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield . With a multi-point inspection,
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or washer fluid levels should be your dealer can check the lamps
replacement when necessary. checked at every fuel fill. and note any concerns.
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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 0 347 and provide a clear view.
Exterior Care 0 342.
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 (Gasoline) Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0 270.
Engine Oil (Diesel) Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos2 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0 270.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See Engine Coolant 0 278.
Hydraulic Brake/Clutch 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.
Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment System Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291, in Canada 88862660) or
diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241-1 or displays the API Diesel
Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark.
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19259104, in Canada 19259105).
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in
Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Hinges Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).
Maintenance Replacement Parts

Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 13367308 A3202C
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 39030321 A3220C
Engine Oil Filter
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 12674698 UPF64R
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 55588497 PF2264G
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Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number

Fuel Filter
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 23456595 TP1003
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13356916 CF185
Spark Plugs
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 12673527 41-153
Wiper Blades
Driver 70 cm (27.6 in) 13466310
Passenger 60 cm (23.6 in) 13466311
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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 365
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) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 parts. See Engine Specifications
Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 0 366 for the vehicle's engine code.
Vehicle Data
Capacities and
Service Parts
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 Identification Label
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 368 This label, located inside the trunk
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on area, has the following information:
the left side of the vehicle. It can be . Vehicle Identification
seen through the windshield from Number (VIN).
outside. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on the . Model designation.
Vehicle Certification and Service . Paint information.
Parts labels and certificates of title . Production options and special
and registration.
equipment.
Do not remove this label from the
vehicle.
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366 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 361.
Capacities
Application
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and
charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the
hood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 5.9 L 6.2 qt
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 4.5 L 4.8 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 4.0 L 4.2 qt
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 5.0 L 5.3 qt
Fuel Tank
Base Diesel 51.3 L 13.5 gal
Base Gasoline 51.7 L 13.7 gal
LS Trim with Automatic Transmission 45.6 L 12.0 gal
DEF Tank (LH7 Only) 14.3 L 3.8 gal
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Technical Data 367
Capacities
Application
Metric English
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 Transmission Spark Plug Gap
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) M Automatic 0.60 0.70 mm (0.024
Manual 0.028 in)
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) E Automatic
Manual
Spark plug gap is for replacement spark plugs.
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368 Technical Data
Engine Drive Belt Routing
1.4L L4 Engine
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine

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Customer Information 369
Customer Reporting Safety Defects

Reporting Safety Defects to
Customer Information
Information the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 Customer Satisfaction
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure
Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns
Customer Assistance General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381
with the sales transaction or the
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 372
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 372 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 381 of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 382
been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 376 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Service Publications Ordering If the matter has already been
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 reviewed with the sales, service,
Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 of your dealership or the general
manager.
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370 Customer Information
STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, may reject it and proceed with any
member of dealership management, remember that your concern will other venue for relief available
it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's to you.
resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest You may contact the BBB Auto Line
further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. Program using the toll-free
Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE U.S. Owners : telephone number or write them at
Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Both General Motors and your the following address:
Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making
Canada Customer Care Centre at BBB Auto Line Program
sure you are completely satisfied Council of Better Business
1-800-263-3777 (English), with your new vehicle. However,
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Bureaus, Inc.
if you continue to remain unsatisfied 3033 Wilson Boulevard
We encourage you to call the after following the procedure Suite 600
toll-free number in order to give your outlined in Steps One and Two, you Arlington, VA 22201
inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business
following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
give the Customer Assistance to enforce your rights. http://www.bbb.org/council/
representative: programs-services/
The BBB Auto Line Program is an dispute-handling-and-resolution/
. Vehicle Identification out-of-court program administered bbb-auto-line
Number (VIN). This is available by the Council of Better Business
from the vehicle registration or Bureaus to settle automotive This program is available in all
title, or the plate at the top left of disputes regarding vehicle repairs or 50 states and the District of
the instrument panel and visible the interpretation of the New Vehicle Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may vehicle age, mileage, and other
be required to resort to this informal factors. General Motors reserves
. Dealership name and location.
dispute resolution program prior to the right to change eligibility
. Vehicle delivery date and filing a court action, use of the limitations and/or discontinue its
present mileage. program is free of charge and your participation in this program.
case will generally be heard within
40 days. If you do not agree with the
decision given in your case, you
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STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance

Owners : In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor
not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP),
Offices
addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to
procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for
and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer
Company wants you to be aware of 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet,
its participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to:
Mediation/Arbitration Program. The Mediation/Arbitration Program
General Motors of Canada United States and Puerto Rico
c/o Customer Care Centre
Company has committed to binding General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division
arbitration of owner disputes Company Chevrolet Customer Assistance
involving factory-related vehicle Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center
service claims. The program 1908 Colonel Sam Drive P.O. Box 33170
provides for the review of the facts Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Detroit, MI 48232-5170
involved by an impartial third party www.Chevrolet.com
arbiter, and may include an informal Your inquiry should be accompanied
hearing before the arbiter. The by the Vehicle Identification 1-800-222-1020
program is designed so that the Number (VIN). 1-800-833-2438 (For Text
entire dispute settlement process, Telephone Devices (TTYs))
from the time you file your complaint Roadside Assistance:
to the final decision, should be 1-800-243-8872
completed in about 70 days. We From U.S. Virgin Islands:
believe our impartial program offers 1-800-496-9994
advantages over courts in most
jurisdictions because it is informal,
quick, and free of charge.
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Canada the U.S. can communicate with r : Track your vehicles warranty
Chevrolet by dialing: information.
General Motors of Canada
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in
Company
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Customer Care Centre, Identification Number (VIN). See
Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Vehicle Identification Number
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Center (VIN) 0 365.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience
www.gm.ca H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
(U.S.) my.chevrolet.com Satellite radio (if equipped), and
1-800-263-3777 (English) OnStar account information (if
The Chevrolet online owner
1-800-263-7854 (French) equipped).
experience allows interaction with
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
Telephone devices (TTYs))
Chevrolet and keeps important F : Chat with online help
vehicle-specific information in one representatives.
Roadside Assistance:
place.
1-800-268-6800 See my.chevrolet.com to register
Membership Benefits your vehicle.
Overseas
E : Download owner manuals and Chevrolet Owner Centre
Please contact the local General view vehicle-specific how-to videos.
Motors Business Unit. (Canada) chevroletowner.ca
G : View maintenance schedules, Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre:
Customer Assistance for alerts, and OnStar Vehicle
Diagnostic Information. Schedule . Chat live with online help
Text Telephone (TTY) service appointments. representatives.
Users I : View and print dealer-recorded . Locate owner resources such as
To assist customers who are deaf, service records and self-recorded lease-end, financing, and
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records. warranty information.
and who use Text Telephones D : Select a preferred dealer and
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY view locations, maps, phone
equipment available at its Customer numbers, and hours.
Assistance Center. Any TTY user in
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. Retrieve your favorite articles, For more information on the limited . Telephone number of your
quizzes, tips, and multimedia offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or location.
galleries organized into the call the GM Mobility Assistance . Location of the vehicle.
Featured Articles and Auto Care Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
Sections. Telephone (TTY) users, call . Model, year, color, and license
1-800-833-9935. plate number of the vehicle.
. Download owner manuals.
General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle
. Find the
a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and
Chevrolet-recommended delivery date of the vehicle.
maintenance services. or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483)
for details. TTY users call . Description of the problem.
1-800-263-3830.
GM Mobility Coverage
Reimbursement Program Roadside Assistance Services are provided for the
Program duration of the vehicles powertrain
warranty.
For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call
1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone In the U.S., anyone driving the
(TTY): 1-888-889-2438.) vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, permission from the owner is not
call 1-800-268-6800. covered.
This program is available to Service is available 24 hours a day,
qualified applicants for cost Roadside Assistance is not a part of
365 days a year. the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
reimbursement of eligible
aftermarket adaptive equipment Calling for Assistance General Motors North America and
required for the vehicle, such as Chevrolet reserve the right to make
When calling Roadside Assistance, any changes or discontinue the
hand controls or a wheelchair/ have the following information
scooter lift for the vehicle. Roadside Assistance program at
ready: any time without notification.
. Your name, home address, and
home telephone number.
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General Motors North America and . Flat Tire Change: Service to . Mounting, dismounting,
Chevrolet reserve the right to limit change a flat tire with the spare or changing of snow tires,
services or payment to an owner or tire. The spare tire, if equipped, chains, or other traction devices.
driver if they decide the claims are must be in good condition and Service is not provided if a vehicle
made too often, or the same type of properly inflated. It is the owner's is in an area that is not accessible
claim is made many times. responsibility for the repair or to the service vehicle or is not a
replacement of the tire if it is not regularly traveled or maintained
Services Provided covered by the warranty. public road, which includes ice and
. Emergency Fuel Delivery: . Battery Jump Start: Service to winter roads. Off-road use is not
Delivery of enough fuel for the jump start a dead battery. covered.
vehicle to get to the nearest
service station. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Specific to
Assistance: If your trip is Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Lock-Out Service: Service to interrupted due to a warranty
unlock the vehicle if you are event, incidental expenses may . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
locked out. A remote unlock may be reimbursed within the is up to 7 liters. If available,
be available if you have OnStar. Powertrain warranty period. diesel fuel delivery may be
For security reasons, the driver Items considered are reasonable restricted. Propane and other
must present identification and customary hotel, meals, fuels are not provided through
before this service is given. rental car, or a vehicle being this service.
. Emergency Tow from a Public delivered back to the customer, . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
Road or Highway: Tow to the up to 805 km (500 mi). registration is required.
nearest Chevrolet dealer for .
warranty service, or if the vehicle
Services Not Included in Trip Interruption Benefits and
Roadside Assistance Assistance: Must be over
was in a crash and cannot be
150 km from where your trip was
driven. Assistance is not given . Impound towing caused by started to qualify.
when the vehicle is stuck in the violation of any laws. Pre-authorization, original
sand, mud, or snow. . Legal fines. detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
Once authorization has been
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received, the Roadside If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation
Assistance advisor will help to into the service department options are available to assist in
make arrangements and explain immediately, keep driving it until it reducing inconvenience when
how to receive payment. can be scheduled for service, warranty repairs are required.
. Alternative Service: If unless, of course, the problem is Courtesy Transportation is not a
assistance cannot be provided safety related. If it is, please call part of the New Vehicle Limited
right away, the Roadside your dealership, let them know this, Warranty. A separate booklet
Assistance advisor may give and ask for instructions. entitled Limited Warranty and
permission to get local If your dealer requests you to bring Owner Assistance Information
emergency road service. You will the vehicle for service, you are furnished with each new vehicle
receive payment, up to $100, urged to do so as early in the work provides detailed warranty coverage
after sending the original receipt day as possible to allow for information.
to Roadside Assistance. same-day repair.
Mechanical failures may be Transportation Options
covered, however any cost for Courtesy Transportation Warranty service can generally be
parts and labor for repairs not completed while you wait. However,
covered by the warranty are the
Program
if you are unable to do so, your
owner responsibility. To enhance your ownership dealer may offer the following
experience, we and our participating transportation options:
Scheduling Service dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
Shuttle Service
Transportation, a customer support
Appointments program for vehicles with the This includes one-way or round-trip
When the vehicle requires warranty Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty shuttle service within reasonable
service, contact your dealer and Coverage period in Canada), time and distance parameters of
request an appointment. By extended powertrain, and/or your dealer's area.
scheduling a service appointment hybrid-specific warranties in both
and advising the service consultant the U.S. and Canada.
of your transportation needs, your
dealer can help minimize your
inconvenience.
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Public Transportation or Fuel insurance coverage, credit card, etc. equipment and quality replacement
Reimbursement Additional fees such as fuel usage parts. Poorly performed collision
If overnight warranty repairs are charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, repairs diminish the vehicle resale
needed, and public transportation is excessive mileage, or rental usage value, and safety performance can
used, the expense must be beyond the completion of the repair be compromised in subsequent
supported by original receipts and are also your responsibility. collisions.
within the maximum amount allowed It may not be possible to provide a Collision Parts
by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
customers arrange their own Genuine GM Collision parts are new
transportation, limited Additional Program parts made with the same materials
reimbursement for reasonable fuel Information and construction methods as the
expenses may be available. Claim parts with which the vehicle was
All program options, such as shuttle
amounts should reflect actual costs originally built. Genuine GM
service, may not be available at
and be supported by original Collision parts are the best choice to
every dealer. Contact your dealer
receipts. See your dealer for ensure that the vehicle's designed
for specific availability.
information. appearance, durability, and safety
General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine
Courtesy Rental Vehicle unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM
For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to
Recycled original equipment parts
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for resolve all questions of claim
may also be used for repair. These
reimbursement of a rental vehicle. eligibility pursuant to the terms and
parts are typically removed from
Reimbursement is limited and must conditions described herein at its
vehicles that were total losses in
be supported by original receipts as sole discretion.
prior crashes. In most cases, the
well as a signed and completed parts being recycled are from
rental agreement and meet state/ Collision Damage Repair undamaged sections of the vehicle.
provincial, local, and rental vehicle If the vehicle is involved in a A recycled original equipment GM
provider requirements. collision and it is damaged, have the part may be an acceptable choice to
Requirements vary and may include damage repaired by a qualified maintain the vehicle's originally
minimum age requirements, technician using the proper designed appearance and safety
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performance; however, the history of center that has GM-trained Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
these parts is not known. Such parts technicians and comparable Genuine Manufacturer replacement
are not covered by the GM New equipment. parts. Read the lease carefully, as
Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any you may be charged at the end of
related failures are not covered by Insuring the Vehicle the lease for poor quality repairs.
that warranty. Protect your investment in the GM
vehicle with comprehensive and
If a Crash Occurs
Aftermarket collision parts are also
available. These are made by collision insurance coverage. There If there has been an injury, call
companies other than GM and may are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not
not have been tested for the vehicle. quality of coverage afforded by leave the scene of a crash until all
As a result, these parts may fit various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of.
poorly, exhibit premature durability/ Many insurance policies provide Move the vehicle only if its position
corrosion problems, and may not reduced protection to the GM puts you in danger, or you are
perform properly in subsequent vehicle by limiting compensation for instructed to move it by a police
collisions. Aftermarket parts are not damage repairs through the use of officer.
covered by the GM New Vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Give only the necessary information
Limited Warranty, and any vehicle insurance companies will not to police and other parties involved
failure related to such parts is not specify aftermarket collision parts. in the crash.
covered by that warranty. When purchasing insurance, we
recommend that you ensure that the For emergency towing see
Repair Facility vehicle will be repaired with GM Roadside Assistance
original equipment collision parts. Program 0 373.
GM also recommends that you
choose a collision repair facility that If such insurance coverage is not Gather the following information:
meets your needs before you ever available from your current
insurance carrier, consider switching . Driver name, address, and
need collision repairs. Your dealer telephone number.
may have a collision repair center to another insurance carrier.
with GM-trained technicians and If the vehicle is leased, the leasing . Driver license number.
state-of-the-art equipment, or be company may require you to have . Owner name, address, and
able to recommend a collision repair insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number.
Genuine GM Original Equipment
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. Vehicle license plate number. new Genuine GM parts or recycled Service Publications
original GM parts. Remember,
. Vehicle make, model, and
recycled parts will not be covered by
Ordering Information
model year.
the GM vehicle warranty. Service Manuals
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals have the diagnosis
but you must live with the repair. and repair information on the
. Insurance company and policy Depending on your policy limits, engines, transmission, axle,
number. your insurance company may suspension, brakes, electrical,
. General description of the initially value the repair using steering, body, etc.
damage to the other vehicle. aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
the repair professional, and insist on Service Bulletins
Choose a reputable repair facility Genuine GM parts. Remember,
that uses quality replacement parts. Service Bulletins give additional
if the vehicle is leased, you may be technical service information
See Collision Parts earlier in this obligated to have the vehicle
section. needed to knowledgeably service
repaired with Genuine GM parts, General Motors cars and trucks.
If the airbag has inflated, see What even if your insurance coverage Each bulletin contains instructions
Will You See after an Airbag does not pay the full cost. to assist in the diagnosis and
Inflates? 0 78. If another party's insurance service of the vehicle.
Managing the Vehicle Damage company is paying for the repairs,
you are not obligated to accept a Owner Information
Repair Process
repair valuation based on that Owner publications are written
In the event that the vehicle requires insurance company's collision policy specifically for owners and intended
damage repairs, GM recommends repair limits, as you have no to provide basic operational
that you take an active role in its contractual limits with that company. information about the vehicle. The
repair. If you have a pre-determined In such cases, you can have control Owner Manual includes the
repair facility of choice, take the of the repair and parts choices as Maintenance Schedule for all
vehicle there, or have it towed there. long as the cost stays within models.
Specify to the facility that any reasonable limits.
required replacement collision parts
be original equipment parts, either
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In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Operation is subject to the following

Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated two conditions:
Manual. Attention: Customer Service 1. The device may not cause
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 47911 Halyard Drive harmful interference.
$40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 2. The device must accept any
shipping fees. Prices are subject to change without interference received, including
Without Pouch: Owner Manual only. notice and without incurring interference that may cause
RETAIL SELL PRICE: obligation. Allow ample time for undesired operation of the
$25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and delivery. device.
shipping fees. 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
Current and Past Models funds. authorized service facility could void
Technical Service Bulletins and authorization to use this equipment.
Manuals are available for current Radio Frequency
and past model GM vehicles. Statement
ORDER TOLL FREE: This vehicle has systems that
1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday operate on a radio frequency that
8:00 AM 6:00 PM Eastern Time complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the
For Credit Card Orders Only Federal Communications
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see Commission (FCC) rules and with
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Industry Canada Standards
RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310,
ICES001.
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Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects

become involved in individual to the Canadian
Defects problems between you, your
dealer, or General Motors.
Government
Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you
To contact NHTSA, you may call
to the United States the Vehicle Safety Hotline
believe that the vehicle has a safety
defect, notify Transport Canada
Government toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General
If you believe that your vehicle (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Company. Call
has a defect which could cause http://www.safercar.gov; or Transport Canada at
a crash or could cause injury or write to: 1-800-333-0510 or write to:
death, you should immediately Administrator, NHTSA Transport Canada
inform the National Highway 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Road Safety Branch
Traffic Safety Administration Washington, D.C. 20590 80 rue Noel
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1
You can also obtain other
General Motors.
information about motor
If NHTSA receives similar vehicle safety from
complaints, it may open an http://www.safercar.gov.
investigation, and if it finds that
a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign.
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Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders

to General Motors Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or event data recorder (EDR). The
Transport Canada) in a situation like
Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to
this, notify General Motors. The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near
computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: bag deployment or hitting a road
about the vehicles performance and
Chevrolet Motor Division how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in
Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicles
Center monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is
P.O. Box 33170 transmission performance, to designed to record data related to
Detroit, MI 48232-5170 monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety
deployment and deploy them in a systems for a short period of time,
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 typically 30 seconds or less. The
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 crash, and, if equipped, to provide
antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to
(French), or write: record such data as:
control the vehicle. These modules
General Motors of Canada may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your
Company technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating;
Customer Care Centre, Some modules may also store data
Mail Code: CA1-163-005 . Whether or not the driver and
about how the vehicle is operated,
1908 Colonel Sam Drive such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened;
retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was
radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/
temperature settings. or brake pedal; and,
. How fast the vehicle was
traveling.
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These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or
better understanding of the share it with others except: with the
circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or,
injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the
Note consent of the lessee; in response
to an official request by police or
EDR data are recorded by your similar government office; as part of
vehicle only if a non-trivial crash GM's defense of litigation through
situation occurs; no data are the discovery process; or, as
recorded by the EDR under normal required by law. Data that GM
driving conditions and no personal collects or receives may also be
data (e.g., name, gender, age, and used for GM research needs or may
crash location) are recorded. be made available to others for
However, other parties, such as law research purposes, where a need is
enforcement, could combine the shown and the data is not tied to a
EDR data with the type of specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash
investigation. Infotainment System
To read data recorded by an EDR, If the vehicle is equipped with a
special equipment is required, and navigation system as part of the
access to the vehicle or the EDR is infotainment system, use of the
needed. In addition to the vehicle system may result in the storage of
manufacturer, other parties, such as destinations, addresses, telephone
law enforcement, that have the numbers, and other trip information.
special equipment, can read the See the infotainment manual for
information if they have access to information on stored data and for
the vehicle or the EDR. deletion instructions.
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OnStar 383
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
The OnStar system status light is
OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 status light is:
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 Q Blue OnStar Button . Flashing Green: On a call.
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
> 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 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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384 OnStar
. 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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OnStar 385
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 . Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
combination of letters, numbers, the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), if factory-equipped.
and symbols to increase the password, and on some . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
security. vehicles, the connection type with automatic locks.
. Change the default name of the (no Internet connection, 3G,
4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality . Activate the horn and lamps.
SSID (Service Set Identifier).
This is your networks name that (poor, good, excellent). . Check the vehicles fuel level, oil
is visible to other wireless 3. To change the SSID or life, or tire pressure,
devices. Choose a unique name password, press Q or call if factory-equipped with the Tire
and avoid family names or Pressure Monitor System.
1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
vehicle descriptions. with an Advisor. . Send directions to the vehicle.

OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If After initial set-up, your vehicles . Locate the vehicle on a map
Equipped) Wi-Fi hotspot will connect (U.S. market only).
The vehicle may have a built-in automatically to your mobile . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access devices. Manage data usage by on/off, manage settings, and
to the Internet and web content at turning Wi-Fi on or off on your monitor data consumption,
4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile mobile device, using the if equipped.
devices can be connected. A data RemoteLink mobile app, or by
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle contacting an OnStar Advisor. For OnStar RemoteLink information
controls only when it is safe to and compatibility, see
OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
do so. (If Equipped) www.onstar.ca (Canada).
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot Download the OnStar RemoteLink
information, press =, wait for Remote Services
mobile app to select Apple iOS,
the prompt, then say Wi-Fi Android, BlackBerry, Contact an OnStar Advisor to
settings. On some vehicles, or Windows mobile devices. unlock the doors or sound the horn
touch Wi-Fi Settings on the OnStar Subscribers can access the and flash the lamps.
screen. following services from a mobile
device:
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OnStar AtYourService 2. Say Call. System responds: Diagnostics

Call. Please say the name or
OnStar Advisors can provide offers Advanced Diagnostics provides a
number to call.
from restaurants and retailers on status of the vehicles key systems
your route, help locate hotels, 3. Say 911 without pausing. with a monthly e-mail, or by
or book a room. These services System responds: 911.
pressing Q. If equipped, Diagnostic
vary by market. 4. Say Call. System responds: Alerts can be received in real-time
OnStar Hands-Free Calling OK, dialing 911. via e-mail or text. The Proactive
Alerts feature (if available) can help
Make and receive calls with the Retrieve My Number
predict and alert of potential
built-in wireless calling service,
which requires available minutes. 1. Press =. System responds: upcoming maintenance issues with
OnStar ready. select components on the vehicle,
Make a Call before they become a problem.
2. Say My number. System
1. Press =. System responds: responds: Your OnStar OnStar can also monitor and report
Hands-Free Calling number is, tire pressure, if the vehicle is
OnStar ready.
then says the number. equipped with a Tire Pressure
2. Say Call. System responds: Monitoring System.
Call. Please say the name or End a Call
number to call.
Press =. System responds: Call
3. Say the entire number without ended.
pausing, including a 1 and the
area code. System responds: Verify Minutes and Expiration
OK, calling.
Press = and say Minutes then
Calling 911 Emergency Verify to check how many minutes
remain and their expiration date.
1. Press =. System responds:
OnStar ready.
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Reactivation for Subsequent . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080.

OnStar Additional
Owners Press Q to speak with an
Information .
Press Q and follow the prompts to Advisor.
In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar services cannot work unless
Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update the vehicle is in a place where
information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar OnStar has an agreement with a
service options. wireless service provider for service
. Prior to vehicle purchase.
How OnStar Service Works in that area. The wireless service
Press Q to set up an account. provider must also have coverage,
. With the OnStar Basic Plan, Automatic Crash Response, network capacity, reception, and
every 60 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, technology compatible with OnStar
Stolen Vehicle Assistance, services. Service involving location
. After change in ownership and Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics, information about the vehicle cannot
at 90 days. Remote Services, Roadside work unless GPS signals are
Transferring Service Assistance, Turn-by-Turn available, unobstructed, and
Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling compatible with the OnStar
Press Q to request account transfer are available on most vehicles. Not hardware. OnStar services may not
eligibility information. The Advisor all OnStar services are available work if the OnStar equipment is not
can cancel or change account everywhere or on all vehicles. For properly installed or it has not been
information. more information, a full description properly maintained. If equipment or
of OnStar services, system software is added, connected,
Selling/Transferring the limitations, and OnStar User Terms, or modified, OnStar services may
Vehicle Privacy Statement, and Software not work. Other problems beyond
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR Terms: the control of OnStar such as
(1-888-466-7827) immediately to . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather,
terminate your OnStar services if (1-888-466-7827). electrical system design and
the vehicle is disposed of, sold, architecture of the vehicle, damage
. See www.onstar.com (U.S.).
transferred, or if the lease ends.
. See www.onstar.ca (Canada).
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to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Potential Issues
phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar
OnStar cannot perform Remote
jamming may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
See Radio Frequency OnStar Personal Identification Assistance after the vehicle has
Statement 0 379. Number (PIN) been off continuously for 10 days
without an ignition cycle. If the
Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some vehicle has not been started for
Disabilities OnStar services. The PIN will need five days, OnStar can contact
Advisors provide services to help to be changed the first time when Roadside Assistance or a locksmith
Subscribers with physical disabilities speaking with an Advisor. To to help gain access to the vehicle.
and medical conditions. change the OnStar PIN, contact an
OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or Global Positioning
Press Q to help: calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. System (GPS)
. Locate a gas station with an . Obstruction of the GPS can
Warranty
attendant to pump gas. occur in a large city with tall
OnStar equipment may be buildings; in parking garages;
. Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., warranted as part of the vehicle around airports; in tunnels and
that meets accessibility needs. warranty. underpasses; or in an area with
. Provide directions to the closest very dense trees. If GPS signals
hospital or pharmacy in urgent Languages are not available, the OnStar
situations. The vehicle can be programmed to system should still operate to
respond in multiple languages. call OnStar. However, OnStar
TTY Users
Press Q and ask for an Advisor. could have difficulty identifying
OnStar has the ability to Advisors are available in English, the exact location.
communicate to deaf, Spanish, and French. Available . In emergency situations, OnStar
hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired languages may vary by country. can use the last stored GPS
customers while in the vehicle. The location to send to emergency
available dealer-installed TTY responders.
system can provide in-vehicle
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A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems settings. These updates or changes
loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is may also collect personal
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. information. Such collection is
Advisor may give a verbal route or described in the OnStar privacy
may ask for a call back after the Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at
vehicle is driven into an open area. The OnStar system is integrated the time of installation. These
into the electrical architecture of the updates or changes may also cause
Cellular and GPS Antennas vehicle. Do not add any electrical a system to automatically
Cellular reception is required for equipment. See Add-On Electrical communicate with GM servers to
OnStar to send remote signals to Equipment 0 262. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 125
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 262 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Additional Information Servicing Airbag-Equipped
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Additional Maintenance System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 Alarm
Agreements Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Trademarks and License . . . . . 188 Alert
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 276 Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 245
Air Filter, Passenger All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Antenna
Airbag System Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 233
How Does an Airbag Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Appearance Care
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 79 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
What Makes an Airbag Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Apple CarPlay and
What Will You See after an Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Assistance Program,
When Should an Airbag Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Assistance Systems for
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 75 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
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Assistance Systems for Brake California (cont'd)

Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 240 System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 128 Perchlorate Materials
Audio Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 167 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 California
Automatic Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Proposition
Climate Control System . . . . . . . 193 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .264, 285, 336
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Capacities and
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 210 Carbon Monoxide
Automatic Transmission Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Shift Lock Control Function Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Avoiding Untrusted Media Headlamps and Front Turn Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 106
High Intensity Discharge Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
B
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Charging
Battery
Taillamps and Back-up Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Exterior Lighting Battery
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 126
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Check
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 287
Voltage and Charging C
Malfunction Indicator
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Battery - North America . . . .285, 336 California
Child Restraints
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 87
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 288
Lower Anchors and Tethers
Bluetooth
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180, 181
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Child Restraints (cont'd) Control D

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Traction and Electronic Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 376
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99, 101 Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Data Collection
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 382
Cleaning Coolant Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 381
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Daytime Running
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Engine Temperature Gauge . . 123 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Climate Control Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190, 192 Engine Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . 190, 192 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Diagnostics
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Courtesy Transportation OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190, 192 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . 29, 223
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . 255 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 376 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . . . 222
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Diesel Particulate Filter
Compartments Text Telephone (TTY) Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Customer Information Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Service Publications Door
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 322 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 378 Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Connections Customer Satisfaction Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 368 Engine Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 239 Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 158
Driver Information Check and Service Engine Exterior Lighting Battery
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . .134, 137 Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Driving Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 267
F
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 242 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Coolant Temperature
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Replacement (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . 258
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 28 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Filter,
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 204 Cooling System Messages . . . 141
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 276
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 206 Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 161
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Fluid
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
E Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 275
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Electrical Equipment, Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 222
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Diesel Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Electrical System Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Engines
Engine Compartment Fuse Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Diesel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 294 Forward Collision Alert
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 381
Instrument Panel Fuse (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Exhaust Fluid
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Frequency Statement
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Emergency Front Fog Lamp
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
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Front Seats Fuses (cont'd) Headlamps

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Instrument Panel Fuse Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . 289, 290
G
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Daytime Running
Gauges
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Engine Coolant
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . 255 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Diesel Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 High Intensity Discharge
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Filling a Portable Fuel High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 133
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 160
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 133
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Heated
Warning Lights and
Filter Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
General Information
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 351
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 132 Heater
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Requirements, California . . . . . 249 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Running out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Heating and Air
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Conditioning . . . . . . . . .190, 192, 193
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373
What to Use in the U.S. . . . . . . 251 High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . 309
Fuel for Diesel Engines . . . . . . . . . 250 H Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 204
Fuses Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Engine Compartment Fuse Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 161 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 294 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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How to Wear Safety Belts L Lighting (cont'd)

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 303 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Lamps Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
I
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 160 Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . .210, 212
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Antilock Brake System
Ignition Transmission Lock
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Exterior Lighting Battery Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 128
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Indicator
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . 126 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) . . . 132
Infants and Young Children,
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 132
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Taillamps and Back-up . . . . . . . 291 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 245 Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Lane Departure High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . 6
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 160
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 54
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 247 Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 129 Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 124
J Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Jump Starting - North LATCH System StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Replacing Parts after a Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
K Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Traction Control System
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 143 LATCH, Lower Anchors and (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . 131
Keyless Entry Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . 34, 36 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Up-Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Lighting Wait to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
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Locks Messages Mirrors

Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Automatic Dimming
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Battery Voltage and Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . . 142 Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . 143 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 132 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 54
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 141 Monitor System, Tire
Lower Anchors and Tethers Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
for Children (LATCH Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
N
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
M Navigation
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Maintenance OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385
Object Detection System . . . . . 144
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 146
Maintenance and Care
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 O
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Object Detection System
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 352
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Recommended Fluids and
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 126
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Off-Road
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Oil
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Media
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 273
Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . 174
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
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Oil (cont'd) Parking (cont'd) Power (cont'd)

Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Brake and P (Park) Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 86 Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 287 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 219
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
OnStar Additional Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 221 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 71
OnStar Connections . . . . . . . . . . . 385 Parking or Backing Privacy
OnStar Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 240 Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 381
OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Passenger Airbag Status Program
OnStar Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 375
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 Passenger Compartment Air Proposition
OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 65 Warning,
Operation Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 79 California . . . . . . . . . . . .264, 285, 336
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Perchlorate Materials
R
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 169 Requirements, California . . . . . . 264
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 379
Ordering Personalization
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 378 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Radios
Outlets Phone
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Apple CarPlay and
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180, 181
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Hands-Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
P Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 240
Port
Park Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Power
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Recommended Fluids and
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
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Records Roads Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 375
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 339 Roadside Assistance Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Reimbursement Program, Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 Seats
GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 Roof Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Remote Keyless Entry Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
(RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34, 36 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 368 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 62
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Running out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Replacement Parts Running the Vehicle While Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Securing Child Restraints . . . 99, 101
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 Security
S
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 85 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Replacing LATCH System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Replacing Safety Belt System Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
How to Wear Safety Belts
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Reporting Safety Defects Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 380 Accessories and
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381 Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 Climate Control
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 73
Restraints System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190, 192
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 71
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 265
Safety Defects Reporting
Retained Accessory Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 380
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 364
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381
Ride Control Systems Maintenance, General
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 365
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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402 Index
Service (cont'd) Starting the Vehicle Theft-Deterrent Systems (cont'd)

Publications Ordering Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 375 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Services Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 358 Storage Areas Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Shift Lock Control Function Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Check, Automatic Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 105 Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Storing the Tire Sealant and Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Shifting Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Low Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 245 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Signals, Turn and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 System Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Spare Tire Forward Collision Pressure Monitor Operation . . .311
Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 310
Special Application Services . . . . 358 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166, 382 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Specifications and Systems Sealant and
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Sealant and Compressor
T
StabiliTrak Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Taillamps
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Terminology and Definitions . . 305
Back-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Uniform Tire Quality
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 372
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . 51, 52
9803785) - 2017 - CRC - 4/13/16
Index 403
Tires (cont'd) Turn and Lane-Change Vehicle Care (cont'd)

Wheel Alignment and Tire Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Vehicle Data Recording and
U
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 319 Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 318
When It Is Time for New Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 W
Towing
Wait to Start Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 261 V
Warning
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 339 Vehicle
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Traction Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 247
Control System (TCS)/ Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 365
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Warnings
Traction Control/Electronic Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Trademarks and License Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . 148
Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
What Fuel to Use in Canada . . . . 252
Transmission Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
What Fuel to Use in the U.S. . . . 251
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Wheels
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 319
Fluid, Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 130
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Vehicle Care
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Transportation Program, Storing the Tire Sealant
When It Is Time for New
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 329
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 91
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385
9803785) - 2017 - CRC - 4/13/16
404 Index
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Windshield
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 288
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

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Cruze Owners Manual

Introduction For vehicles first sold in Canada, Canadian Vehicle Owners

Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart

In Brief Vehicle Features

Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry

Stop/Start System Keyless Access

Keyless Access Trunk Windows

Seat Adjustment Seat Height Adjuster Reclining Seatbacks

Manual Front Seats

If equipped, move the lever up or To recline the manual seatback:

To adjust a power driver seat,

Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps

Front Reading Lamps

To adjust the steering wheel:

Windshield Wiper/Washer 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move

INT : Move the lever up to INT for

1. Fan Control 6. Heated Front Seats (If

3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 7. Rear Window Defogger

5. TEMP (Temperature Control)

Climate Control System (With Heater Only)

1. Fan Control 4. TEMP (Temperature Control)

Automatic Climate Control System Transmission

1. Fan Control 8. Rear Window Defogger

Vehicle Features The infotainment system has built-in Radio(s)

5: . www.siriusxm.ca or call See Bluetooth (Infotainment

1 : Press to turn the cruise control

Rear Cross Traffic Alert Power Outlets

Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To Performance and . Press and release g again to

Keys, Doors, and Windows 31

Keys, Doors, and Immobilizer Operation (Key

32 Keys, Doors, and Windows

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

Keys, Doors, and Windows 33

Remote Keyless Entry

34 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 35

36 Keys, Doors, and Windows

1. Separate the two halves of the

Keys, Doors, and Windows 37

38 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter inside the vehicle. Do

Keys, Doors, and Windows 39

40 Keys, Doors, and Windows

6. Return the vehicle key back The Driver Information Center

Keys, Doors, and Windows 41

When all additional transmitters Battery Replacement

42 Keys, Doors, and Windows

1. Press the button on the side of Remote Vehicle Start

Keys, Doors, and Windows 43

44 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 45

Keyless Access Delayed Locking

46 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection This can be manually overridden by

Keys, Doors, and Windows 47

48 Keys, Doors, and Windows

transmitter, or press the touch pad

To open the trunk from outside the

Keys, Doors, and Windows 49

50 Keys, Doors, and Windows

To lock or unlock the liftgate, Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured

Keys, Doors, and Windows 51