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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 32
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 106
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 154
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 190
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 319
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 330
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 340
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
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2 Introduction
Introduction This manual describes features that
may or may not be on the vehicle
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive
was not purchased on the vehicle, Plymouth, MI 48170
model variants, country USA
specifications, features/applications
that may not be available in your Using this Manual
region, or changes subsequent to
the printing of this owner’s manual. To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the
The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an
slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the
vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where
this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found.
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Keep this manual in the vehicle for
BOLT are trademarks and/or service quick reference. Danger, Warning, and
marks of General Motors LLC, its Caution
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Canadian Vehicle Owners
Warning messages found on vehicle
For vehicles first sold in Canada, A French language manual can be labels and in this manual describe
substitute the name “General obtained from your dealer, at hazards and what to do to avoid or
Motors of Canada Company” for www.helminc.com, or from: reduce them.
Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it
appears in this manual. Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
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Introduction 3
A circle with a slash through it is a Vehicle Symbol Chart
{ Danger safety symbol which means “Do Here are some additional symbols
Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let that may be found on the vehicle
Danger indicates a hazard with a this happen.”
high level of risk which will result and what they mean. See the
in serious injury or death. features in this manual for
Symbols information.
The vehicle has components and 9 : Airbag Readiness Light
labels that use symbols instead of
{ Warning text. Symbols are shown along with # : Air Conditioning
Warning indicates a hazard that
the text describing the operation or ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
information relating to a specific
could result in injury or death. component, control, message,
$ : Brake System Warning Light
gauge, or indicator. " : Charging System (12-Volt
Battery)
M : Shown when the owner’s
Caution manual has additional instructions I : Cruise Control
or information. ` : Do Not Puncture
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
* : Shown when the service ^ : Do Not Service
manual has additional instructions
damage. or information. [ : Energy Usage and Charge
Mode Selection
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page — O : Exterior Lamps
“see page.” _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
g : First Responder
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
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4 Introduction
_ : High Voltage
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child
Restraints
O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
Z : Service Vehicle Soon
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
] : Vehicle Ready
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief 5
In Brief Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . .
18
18
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Roadside Assistance
Driver Information Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Instrument Panel Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Initial Drive Information System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 Forward Automatic
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 20
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 21
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 21
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13 Battery and Efficiency
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 High Voltage Safety
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . 28
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 15 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Performance and Maintenance
Vehicle Features Traction Control/Electronic
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 29
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 18
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6 In Brief
Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents 0 187. 8. Storage Compartments 0 103. 19. Cruise Control 0 216.
2. Turn and Lane-Change Signals 9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive Heated Steering Wheel 0 108
0 151. Unit 0 205. (If Equipped).
IntelliBeam System Button (If 10. Electric Parking Brake 0 210. Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 11. Power Outlets 0 112. System 0 222 (If Equipped).
Controls 0 147. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 229
12. Hazard Warning Flashers
3. Instrument Cluster 0 115. 0 150. (If Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Traction Control/Electronic 20. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
0 138. Stability Control 0 214. 0 274.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer Driver Selected Operating 21. Data Link Connector (DLC)
0 109. Modes 0 205. (Out of View). See Service
5. Charging Status Feedback Vehicle Soon Light 0 123.
13. Power Button 0 201.
0 236. 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147.
14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 107
Automatic Headlamp System (If Equipped). 23. Instrument Panel Illumination
0 150. Control 0 151.
15. Horn 0 108.
Indicator Light and Solar
Sensor (ILSS). See “Sensors” 16. Steering Wheel Adjustment
under Automatic Climate 0 107 (Out of View).
Control System 0 183. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 107
6. Infotainment System. See (If Equipped).
AM-FM Radio 0 159. 18. Regen on Demand (Out of
Heated Front Seats 0 60 (If View). See Regenerative
Equipped). Braking 0 212.
7. Automatic Climate Control
System 0 183.
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8 In Brief
Initial Drive vehicle's heating or air conditioning
systems and rear window defogger
Information from outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter.
This section provides a brief
overview about some of the See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
important features that may or may System Operation 0 33.
not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer Remote Start
to each of the features which can be Remote Starting the Vehicle
found later in this owner’s manual.
Use remote start to heat or cool the
Remote Keyless Entry interior when the vehicle is plugged
Press the key release button to in to maximize electric range by
(RKE) System extend the key. The key can be utilizing electricity from the electrical
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) used for all locks. outlet. Normal operation of the
transmitter may work up to 60 m K : Press to unlock the driver door system will return after the vehicle
(197 ft) away from the vehicle. or all doors, depending on the has been turned on.
vehicle personalization setting. To remote start the vehicle:
Q : Press to lock all doors. 1. Press and release Q on the
7 : Press and release one time to RKE transmitter.
initiate vehicle locator. Press and
hold for at least three seconds to 2. Immediately press and hold /
sound the panic alarm. Press again for at least four seconds or until
to cancel the panic alarm. the turn signal lamps flash.

/ : Press and release Q and then


immediately press and hold / for at
least four seconds to start the
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3. After entering the vehicle . Use the key in the driver door to K : Press to unlock the doors.
during a remote start, press lock and unlock the door.
POWER O with the brake
Q : Press to lock the doors.
. Press Q or K on the Remote
pedal applied to operate as Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter Keyless Access
normal. to lock and unlock the doors.
When the vehicle starts, the parking To lock or unlock the doors from
lamps will turn on. Remote start run inside the vehicle:
time can be extended.
. Press Q or K on the power door
Canceling Remote Start
lock switch.
To cancel a remote start, do any of . Use the lock knob on the top of
the following:
the door panel to lock the door
. Press and hold / until the only. Press K to unlock the door.
parking lamps turn off.
Power Door Locks
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
The Keyless Access system allows
. Press POWER O with the brake the doors and liftgate to be locked
pedal applied, then press and unlocked without pressing the
POWER O again to turn the RKE transmitter button. The RKE
vehicle off. transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft)
of the door being opened. If the
See Remote Start 0 39.
vehicle has this feature, there will be
a button on both outside front and
Door Locks rear door handles.
To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle:
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Keyless Access can be Windows
programmed to unlock all doors on
the first unlock/lock button press
from the driver door.
See “Keyless Access Operation” in
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 33.

Liftgate
To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the outside, press Q or K on the
RKE transmitter. To open the liftgate, press the touch
pad on the underside of the liftgate
and lift up. The window switches on the driver
When closing the liftgate, use the door control all windows. Each
pull cup. passenger door has a switch that
controls only that window.
See Liftgate 0 47.
Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the front of the switch
to raise it.
The driver window has an express
feature which allows the window to
be lowered or raised without holding
the switch.
To lock or unlock the liftgate from The front and rear passenger
the inside, press Q or K. windows have express open only.
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See Retained Accessory Power 3. Try to move the seat back and Reclining Seatbacks
(RAP) 0 203 and Power Windows forth to be sure it is locked in
0 53. place.
See Seat Adjustment 0 59.
Seat Adjustment
Seat Height Adjuster
Seat Position

To recline the seatback:


1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, and then
Move the lever on the outboard side release the lever to lock the
To adjust a manual seat: of the seat up or down to manually seatback in place.
1. Pull the handle at the front of adjust the seat height. 3. Push and pull on the seatback
the seat. See “Seat Height Adjuster” under to make sure it is locked.
2. Slide the seat to the desired Seat Adjustment 0 59.
position and release the
handle.
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12 In Brief
To return the seatback to the upright If equipped, the heated seat Rear Heated Seats
position: controls are on the infotainment
1. Lift the lever fully without display. To operate, the vehicle must
applying pressure to the be on.
seatback, and the seatback will Touch M or L to heat the driver or
return to the upright position. passenger seat cushion. Indicator
2. Push and pull on the seatback lights on the infotainment display
to make sure it is locked. show the current setting.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 59. Touch the screen once for the
highest setting. With each touch of
Heated Seats the screen, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
Front Heated Seats and then off. The lights indicate
three for the highest setting and one
for the lowest. If equipped, the rear heated seat
buttons are on the rear doors.
The passenger seat may take
longer to heat up. Press L or M to heat the left
outboard or right outboard seat
See Heated Front Seats 0 60. cushion.
Auto Heated Seats See Heated Rear Seats 0 64.
When the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the Head Restraint
heated seats at the level required by Adjustment
the vehicle’s interior temperature.
The auto heated seats feature can Do not drive until the head restraints
be programmed to always be for all occupants are installed and
enabled when the vehicle is on. See adjusted properly.
Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
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To achieve a comfortable seating . How to Wear Seat Belts Properly passenger sensing system. See
position, change the seatback 0 66. Passenger Sensing System 0 77 for
recline angle as little as necessary . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 67. important information.
while keeping the seat and the head The passenger airbag status
restraint height in the proper . Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 90. indicator will be visible on the
position. overhead console when the vehicle
See Head Restraints 0 57 and Seat is started. See Passenger Airbag
Adjustment 0 59. Passenger Sensing Status Indicator 0 122.
System
Seat Belts Mirror Adjustment
Power Mirrors

United States

Refer to the following sections for Canada


important information on how to use The passenger sensing system
seat belts properly: 1. Press } or | to choose the
turns off the front outboard
driver or passenger mirror.
. Seat Belts 0 65. passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the
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14 In Brief
2. Press the arrows on the control 3. Pull or push the steering wheel 1 : When the button is returned to
pad to move each mirror in the closer or away from you. the middle position, the lamps turn
desired position. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the on automatically when a door is
3. Press } or | again to steering wheel in place. opened.
deselect the mirror. Do not adjust the steering wheel + ON : Press to turn on the dome
while driving. lamps.
See Power Mirrors 0 50.
Front and Rear Reading
Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Lamps
Adjustment Dome Lamps

The front reading lamps are in the


To adjust the steering wheel: The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
1. Pull the lever down. overhead console above the front Press the lamp lenses to turn the
seats. reading lamps on or off.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down. * OFF : Press to turn the lamps
off, even when a door is open.
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Exterior Lighting See:
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147.
Exterior Lamp Controls
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
0 149.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The rear reading lamps are in the


headliner.
* OFF : Press to turn the lamp off.
+ ON : Press to turn the lamp on. The exterior lamp control is on the
For more information on interior instrument panel to the left of the
lighting, see Instrument Panel steering column.
Illumination Control 0 151. O : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off.
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically, depending on
outside lighting. The windshield wiper/washer lever
is on the side of the steering
; : Turns on the parking lamps column. With the vehicle on or in
including all lamps, except the Service Mode, move the windshield
headlamps. The instrument panel wiper lever to select the wiper
lights also turn on. speed.
5 : Turns on the headlamps HI : Use for fast wipes.
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights. LO : Use for slow wipes.
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16 In Brief
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Climate Controls
The climate control buttons on the
center stack and on the climate
control display are used to adjust
the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Center Stack Climate Controls

INT : If equipped with intermittent


wipes, move the windshield wiper The controls are on the end of the
lever to INT. Turn the band up for windshield wiper lever. Move the
more frequent wipes or down for control to:
less frequent wipes.
ON : To turn on.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
OFF : To turn off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
INT : To turn on intermittent rear 1. Defrost/Defog
the lever down. For multiple wipes,
hold the lever down. wipes. 2. Air Delivery Mode Controls
f : Pull the windshield wiper 1 : Push the windshield wiper 3. Max Defrost
lever toward you to spray windshield lever to spray washer fluid on the
4. Manual Fan Control Buttons
washer fluid and activate the wipers. rear window.
5. Temperature Control Knob
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 109. 6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
7. Rear Window Defogger
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Climate Control Display Vehicle Features Satellite Radio
If equipped, a SiriusXM satellite
Radio(s) radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM
Volume Knob : Turn to increase or satellite radio subscription can
decrease the volume. receive SiriusXM programming.

O : Press and hold to enter the SiriusXM Satellite Radio


Clean Screen Mode. The radio will Service
be in a low power mode with the SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
infotainment display turned off. based in the 48 contiguous United
Press to cancel the Clean Screen States and 10 Canadian provinces.
Mode or to mute/unmute the audio SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
when the system is on. variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
1. Driver and Passenger Heated { : Press to go to the Home Page. coast, and in digital-quality sound.
Seats (If Equipped) Press and hold to launch Apple
A fee is required to receive the
2. Climate On-Off CarPlay or Android Auto,
SiriusXM service.
if equipped.
3. Recirculation Refer to:
g or d : For radio and SirusXM,
4. Heat & A/C (Air Conditioning) press to seek the previous or next . www.siriusxm.com or call
Power strongest station or channel. For 1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
5. Fan Speed and Temperature USB content, press to go to the . www.siriusxm.ca or call
Status previous or next content or press 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
and hold to fast rewind or fast
See Automatic Climate Control forward music. See Satellite Radio 0 161.
System 0 183.
See Overview 0 155.
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18 In Brief
Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in)
cluster.
auxiliary input and two USB ports in
the center console for data and @ : Press to select a highlighted
charging. If equipped, there are two menu option.
USB charge ports in the rear of the yFAV or FAVz : Press to display
center console. External devices a list of favorites and select the next
such as iPods, MP3 players, and or previous favorite when listening
USB storage devices may be to the radio.
connected.
See Auxiliary Devices 0 169 and
USB Port 0 163.

Bluetooth
If equipped, some audio controls
The Bluetooth system allows users can be adjusted at the steering
with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile wheel.
phone to make and receive
hands-free calls using the vehicle g : If equipped with OnStar or a
audio system and controls. Bluetooth system, press to interact
with those systems.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile See OnStar Overview 0 344 or
phone must be paired with the Bluetooth 0 172.
in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it
can be used in the vehicle. Not all c : Press to decline an incoming The volume switches are on the
call or end a current call. Press to right rear side of the steering wheel.
phones will support all functions.
mute or unmute the infotainment Press to increase or decrease the
See Bluetooth 0 172. system when not on a call. volume.
w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.
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Cruise Control −SET : Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control.
If cruise control is already active,
use to decrease vehicle speed.
See Cruise Control 0 216.

Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument
cluster. It shows the status of many
vehicle systems.
There is a paddle on the left rear
side of the steering wheel for
regenerative braking. See
Regenerative Braking 0 212. J : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. A white indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
+RES : If there is a set speed in
memory, press to resume that
speed or press and hold to
accelerate. If cruise control is w or x : Press to move up or
already active, use to increase down in a list.
vehicle speed.
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20 In Brief
o or p : Press to move between Forward Automatic detected pedestrian too quickly,
the interactive display zones in the FPB provides a red flashing alert on
Braking (FAB) the windshield and rapidly beeps.
cluster.
If the vehicle has Forward Collision FPB can provide a boost to braking
V : Press to open a menu or select Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which or automatically brake the vehicle.
a menu item. Press and hold to includes Intelligent Brake
reset values on certain screens. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
Assist (IBA). When the system System 0 225.
See Instrument Cluster 0 115 and detects a vehicle ahead in your path
Driver Information Center (DIC) that is traveling in the same
0 138. direction that you may be about to
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
crash into, it can provide a boost to If equipped, LKA may help avoid
Forward Collision Alert braking or automatically brake the crashes due to unintentional lane
vehicle. This can help avoid or departures. It may assist by gently
(FCA) System lessen the severity of crashes when turning the steering wheel if the
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or driving in a forward gear. vehicle approaches a detected lane
reduce the harm caused by See Forward Automatic Braking marking without using a turn signal
front-end crashes. FCA provides a (FAB) 0 224. in that direction. It may also provide
green indicator, V, when a vehicle a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
is detected ahead. This indicator alert as the lane marking is crossed.
Front Pedestrian Braking The system will not assist or alert if
displays amber if you follow a
vehicle much too closely. When (FPB) System it detects that you are actively
approaching a vehicle ahead too If equipped, the FPB system may steering. Override LKA by turning
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing help avoid or reduce the harm the steering wheel. LKA uses a
alert on the windshield and rapidly caused by front-end crashes with camera to detect lane markings
beeps. nearby pedestrians when driving in between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
a forward gear. FPB displays an 150 km/h (93 mph).
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 222. amber indicator, ~, when a nearby See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
pedestrian is detected directly 0 229 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
ahead. When approaching a 0 229.
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Lane Change Alert (LCA) See Assistance Systems for Parking See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 219. or Backing 0 219.
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists Rear Cross Traffic Alert Power Outlets
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving (RCTA) System The accessory power outlet can be
vehicles in the side blind zone (or If equipped, the RCTA system uses used to plug in electrical equipment,
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly a triangle with an arrow on the such as a mobile phone or MP3
approaching these areas from infotainment display to warn of player. The accessory power outlet
behind. The LCA warning display traffic behind your vehicle that may only works with the vehicle
will light up in the corresponding cross your vehicle's path while in turned on.
outside mirror and will flash if the R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will The vehicle has an accessory
turn signal is on. The Side Blind sound. power outlet on the lower center
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is stack below the climate control.
included as part of the LCA system. See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 219. Open the cover to access and
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) replace when not in use.
0 227 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) Parking Assist
0 227. See Power Outlets 0 112.
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
Rear Vision (RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and
Camera (RVC) avoiding objects while in
If equipped, RVC shows a view of R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
the area behind the vehicle on the less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
infotainment display when the show a warning triangle on the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to infotainment display and/or a
aid with parking and low-speed graphic on the instrument cluster to
backing maneuvers. provide the object distance. In
addition, multiple beeps may occur
if very close to an object.
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Battery and Efficiency If the vehicle is in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the Warning (Continued)
high voltage system. When this
High Voltage Safety occurs, the high voltage battery is structure or anything that can
Information disconnected and the vehicle will burn. Ventilate the vehicle by
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE opening a window or a door.
{ Warning SOON message in the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will be
Contact Customer Assistance as
soon as possible to determine
Exposure to high voltage can displayed. Before the vehicle can be whether an inspection is needed.
cause shock, burns, and even operated again, it must be serviced See Customer Assistance Offices
death. The high voltage at your dealer. 0 332.
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians { Warning See Battery - North America 0 261
with special training.
Damage to the high voltage for important safety information.
High voltage components are battery or high voltage system If an airbag has inflated, see What
identified by labels. Do not can create a risk of electric shock, Will You See after an Airbag
remove, open, take apart, overheating, or fire. Inflates? 0 75.
or modify these components. Only a trained service technician
High voltage cable or wiring has If the vehicle is damaged from a
with the proper knowledge and tools
orange covering or labels. Do not moderate to severe crash, flood,
should inspect, test, or replace the
probe, tamper with, cut, or modify fire, or other event, the vehicle
high voltage battery. See your
high voltage cable or wiring. should be inspected as soon as dealer if the high voltage battery
possible. Until the vehicle has needs service.
been inspected, store it outside at
This vehicle has a high voltage least 15 m (50 ft) from any See Battery - North America 0 261.
battery and a standard 12-volt
battery. (Continued)
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Charging The charging system may run fans AC Charging
and pumps that result in sounds
This section explains the process from the vehicle while it is turned
for charging the high voltage battery. off. Additional unexpected clicking
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in sounds may be caused by the
temperature extremes for long electrical devices used while
periods without being driven or charging.
plugged in. It is recommended that
the vehicle be plugged in when The vehicle does not require indoor
temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) charging area ventilation before,
and above 32 °C (90 °F) to during, or after charging.
maximize high voltage battery life. AC Charge Cord Vehicle Plug
While the charge cord is plugged
When using a 120-volt AC electrical into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot Start Charge
outlet, it will take approximately be driven.
A portable charge cord used to
50 hours to charge the vehicle with Charging Override charge the vehicle high voltage
the 12 amp AC current setting, battery is stored in the rear
allowing approximately 6 km (4 mi) A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ cargo area.
for every hour of charging. INTERRUPTION OCCURRED
message may display to indicate 1. Make sure the vehicle is
When using a 240-volt charging that a charging override or parked.
station, it will take approximately interruption has occurred.
9.5 hours to charge the vehicle with See Plug-In Charging 0 232 and
the 32 amp setting, allowing Programmable Charging 0 128.
approximately 40 km (25 mi) for
every hour of charging.
Charge times will vary based on
battery condition and outside
temperature. See Programmable
Charging 0 128 for charge mode
selection.
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2. Push the rearward edge of the 3. Open the liftgate, lift the load 5. Plug in the AC vehicle plug of
charge port door and release to floor cover, and remove the the charge cord into the charge
open the door. charge cord. port on the vehicle. Make sure
In cold weather conditions, ice 4. Plug the charge cord into the the AC vehicle plug is fully
may form around the charge electrical outlet. See Electrical connected to the AC charge
port door. Remove ice from the Requirements for Battery port. If it is not properly seated,
area before attempting to open Charging 0 248. Verify the the charge may not occur.
or close the charge port door. charge cord status. See 6. Verify that the Charging Status
Charge Cord 0 241. Select the Indicator illuminates on top of
appropriate charge level. See the instrument panel and an
“Charge Current Limit audible chirp occurs. See
Selection” under Charging Status Feedback
Programmable Charging 0 128. 0 236.
7. To arm the charge cord theft
alert, lock the vehicle twice with
the RKE transmitter. To disarm
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this feature, see “Energy charge station, the power cable
Settings” under Energy connected to the vehicle must be
Information 0 135. less than 10 m (33 ft) in length.
End Charge Follow the steps listed on the
charging station to perform a DC
1. Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle charge.
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert. If for any reason DC charging does
not begin or is interrupted, check
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the the DC charge station display for
charge cord from the vehicle. messages. Unplug to restart the DC
Unlock the vehicle plug of the charge process.
charge cord from the vehicle by
pressing the button on the top Start Charge 3. Unlatch the DC charging dust
of the charge cord plug. 1. Make sure the vehicle is cover and lower it fully.
3. Close the charge port door by parked. 4. Plug in the DC vehicle plug into
pressing firmly in the center 2. Push the rearward edge of the the DC charge port on the
until it latches. charge port door and release to vehicle. Make sure that the DC
4. Unplug the charge cord from open the door. vehicle plug is fully connected
the electrical outlet. to the DC charge port. If it is
In cold weather conditions, ice not properly seated then the
5. Place the charge cord into the may form around the charge charge may not occur. Proper
storage compartment. port door. The charge port door plug connection can be
may not open on the first checked by information on
DC Charging (If Equipped) attempt. Remove ice from the the DIC.
DC Charging Station Hardware area and repeat attempting to
open the charge port door. 5. Follow the steps listed on the
Check the charge station DC charging station to start
vehicle plug for compatibility with charging. The electric parking
the DC charge port on this vehicle.
When recharging at a DC fast
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brake will automatically apply To stop the charge when inside the End Charge
once the charge process has vehicle, you may use the stop 1. Wait until the charging process
been started. charging button on the Charging has been fully stopped, the
6. Once charging, the DC vehicle screen. See Programmable vehicle plug is unlocked, and
plug will be locked to the DC Charging 0 128. the Charging Status Indicator is
charge port and cannot be There is also an available mobile solid green or off.
disconnected while charging is app with several charging functions. If the vehicle plug does not
active. See KeyPass 0 45. unlock from the vehicle charge
7. Verify that the Charging Status Stop Charge — Automatic port after a charge, contact
Indicator illuminates on top of Roadside Assistance for
the instrument panel and an When the vehicle no longer needs assistance. See Roadside
audible chirp occurs. See to use power from the charging Assistance Program 0 334.
Charging Status Feedback station, it will stop charging and the
DC vehicle plug will be unlocked 2. Unplug the DC vehicle plug
0 236. from the DC charge port on the
from the DC charge port.
vehicle and close the dust
Caution Energy can still be consumed from cover.
the charging station when the
Do not attempt to disconnect the vehicle’s displays and indicators 3. Close the charge port door by
DC vehicle plug while charging is show that the battery is fully pressing firmly in the center
active. This action may damage charged. This is to ensure the until it latches.
vehicle or charging station battery is in optimal temperature 4. The electric parking brake
hardware. operating range to maximize vehicle should be manually
range. See Programmable Charging disengaged before driving the
0 128. vehicle.
Stop Charge
5. To start another DC charge,
Controls on the charging station can
remove the DC vehicle plug
be used to stop the charge process
and reconnect.
at any time.
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Charge Cord hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified Danger (Continued)
See Radio Frequency Statement
electrician.
0 340. . Do not use an electrical
. When outdoors, plug into an outlet that is worn or
Important Information about electrical outlet that is damaged, or will not hold
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging weatherproof while in use. the plug firmly in place.
. Charging an electric vehicle can . Mount the charge cord to reduce . Do not use an electrical
stress a building’s electrical strain on the electrical outlet that is not properly
system more than a typical outlet/plug. grounded.
household appliance.
. Do not place the charge cord in . Do not use an electrical
. Before plugging into any a position where it is expected to outlet that is on a circuit with
electrical outlet, have a qualified be submerged in water. other electrical loads.
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and { Danger Charge Cord Status Indicators
protection devices) for Improper use of portable electric See Charge Cord 0 241.
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
vehicle charge cords may cause
continuous load. Charge Level Selection
a fire, electrical shock, or burns,
. Electrical outlets may wear out and may result in damage to Charge level selection can be made
with normal usage or may be property, serious injury, or death. using the Charge Mode tab on the
damaged over time, making Charging screen on the infotainment
them unsuitable for electric . Do not use extension cords,
display. See “Charge Current Limit
vehicle charging. multi-outlet power strips,
Selection” under Programmable
splitters, grounding
. Check the electrical outlet/plug Charging 0 128.
adaptors, surge protectors,
while charging and discontinue or similar devices.
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
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Regen on Demand
{ Warning Warning (Continued)
Using a charge level that exceeds can be damaged if you try to do
the electrical circuit or electrical your own service work. Service
outlet capacity may start a fire or and repair of these high voltage
damage the electrical circuit. Use components should only be
the lowest charge level until a performed by a trained service
qualified electrician inspects the technician with the proper
electrical circuit capacity. Use the knowledge and tools. See Doing
lowest charge level if the Your Own Service Work 0 253.
electrical circuit or electrical outlet
capacity is not known.

Regenerative Braking This feature is activated using the


steering wheel paddle. Regen on
Regenerative braking takes some of Demand slows the vehicle by
the energy from the moving vehicle recapturing energy.
and turns it back into electrical
energy. This energy is then stored in See Regenerative Braking 0 212.
the high voltage battery system,
contributing to increased energy Service
efficiency.
{ Warning
Never try to do your own service
on high voltage components. You
can be injured and the vehicle
(Continued)
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. pressure shown on the Tire and
Performance and To turn off both TCS and
Loading Information label. See
StabiliTrak, press and hold g,
Maintenance until i and g come on and stay
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. The
warning light will remain on until the
on in the instrument cluster and
Traction Control/ the appropriate DIC message is
tire pressure is corrected.
Electronic Stability displayed. The low tire pressure warning light
Control may come on in cool weather when
. Press and release g to turn on the vehicle is first started, and then
The Traction Control System (TCS) both systems. turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
limits wheel spin. The system turns See Traction Control/Electronic may be an early indicator that the
on automatically every time the Stability Control 0 214. tire pressures are getting low and
vehicle is powered up. the tires need to be inflated to the
proper pressure.
The Electronic Stability Control Tire Pressure Monitor
system called StabiliTrak assists The TPMS does not replace normal
with directional control of the vehicle This vehicle may have a Tire
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
in difficult driving conditions. The Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
the correct tire pressures.
system turns on automatically every
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
time the vehicle is on.
0 283.
. To turn off TCS, press and
release g, on the center stack. Driving for Better Energy
i illuminates and the Efficiency
appropriate Driver Information
Center (DIC) message is Use the following tips to help
The low tire pressure warning light
displayed. maximize energy efficiency and
alerts to a significant loss in
range.
pressure of one of the vehicle's
tires. If the warning light comes on,
stop as soon as possible and inflate
the tires to the recommended
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In colder temperatures, while these Optimal energy efficiency is Vehicle Charging/Maintenance
efficiency tips will help, the electric achieved with the heat, air
vehicle driving range may be lower conditioning, and fan turned off. Charging
due to higher energy usage. Operating with the climate control Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
system off is the most energy when fully charged, to keep the
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting
efficient climate setting. battery temperature ready for the
Avoid unnecessary rapid next drive. This is important when
accelerations and decelerations. Use the heated seat feature instead outside temperatures are extremely
of climate settings. Heating the seat hot or cold.
Electric range is maximized at uses less energy than heating the
89 km/h (55 mph) and below. Higher vehicle interior. Maintenance
speeds use more energy and can
significantly reduce electric range. Use remote start to heat or cool the Always keep the tires properly
interior when the vehicle is plugged inflated and the vehicle properly
Use cruise control when in to maximize the electric range by aligned.
appropriate. utilizing electricity from the electrical The weight of excess cargo in the
Plan ahead for decelerations and outlet. vehicle affects efficiency and range.
coast whenever possible. For In hot weather, avoid parking in Avoid carrying more than is needed.
example, do not rush to traffic direct sunlight or use sunshades
signals. Avoid unnecessary use of electrical
inside the vehicle. accessories. Power used for
Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast. Turn off the front and rear window functions other than propelling the
The vehicle recovers energy while defog/defrost when they are no vehicle will reduce EV range.
coasting and braking in D (Drive) longer needed.
or L (Low). Using a rooftop carrier will reduce
Avoid driving with the windows open efficiency due to additional weight
Climate Setting at highway speeds. and drag.
Using the heat and air conditioning
systems decreases the energy
available for electric driving.
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Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-888-811-1926
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program. This
program provides security and
convenience in the event of an
on-road failure or emergency
situation. Service is provided
24 hours a day, 365 days a year for
the duration of the vehicle’s
powertrain warranty.
See Roadside Assistance Program
0 334.
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Keys, Doors, and Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Keys and Locks
Windows Interior Mirrors Keys
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 51
Keys and Locks
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 51
Automatic Dimming Rearview
{ Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windows transmitter is dangerous and
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 children or others could be
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 seriously injured or killed. They
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 could operate the power windows
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 or other controls or make the
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 vehicle move. The windows will
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 43 function with the RKE transmitter
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 in the vehicle, and children or
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 others could be caught in the path
KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 of a closing window. Do not leave
Doors children in a vehicle with an RKE
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 transmitter.

Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 48
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 49
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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To remove the key, press the button . Check the location. Other
near the bottom of the transmitter, vehicles or objects may be
and pull the key out. Never pull the blocking the signal.
key out without pressing the button. . Check the transmitter's battery.
See your dealer if a new key is See “Battery Replacement” later
needed. in this section.
If locked out of the vehicle, see . If the transmitter is still not
Roadside Assistance Program working correctly, see your
0 334. dealer or a qualified technician
With an active OnStar service plan, for service.
an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Remote Keyless Entry
The key that is part of the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can Overview 0 344. (RKE) System Operation
be used for all locks. The Keyless Access system allows
Remote Keyless Entry for vehicle entry when the
(RKE) System transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
See Radio Frequency Statement The transmitter functions may work
0 340. up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the
If there is a decrease in the Remote vehicle.
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating Other conditions, such as those
range: previously stated, can impact the
. Check the distance. The performance of the transmitter.
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
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Pressing Q may also arm the alarm / : Press and release Q and then
system. See Vehicle Alarm System immediately press and hold / for at
0 48. least four seconds to start the
K : Press to unlock the driver door. vehicle's heating or air conditioning
Press unlock again within 5 seconds systems and rear window defogger
to unlock all doors. The RKE from outside the vehicle using the
transmitter can be programmed to RKE transmitter. See Remote Start
unlock all doors on the first button 0 39.
press. See Vehicle Personalization Keyless Access Operation
0 140.
The Keyless Access system allows
The turn signal indicators may flash
the doors and liftgate to be locked
to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle
and unlocked without pressing the
Q : Press to lock all doors. Personalization 0 140.
RKE transmitter button. The RKE
The turn signal indicators may flash Pressing K will disarm the alarm transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft)
and/or the horn may sound on the system. See Vehicle Alarm System of the door or trunk being opened.
second press to indicate locking. 0 48. If the vehicle has this feature, there
See Vehicle Personalization 0 140. will be a button on both outside front
7 : Press and release one time to and rear door handles.
If the driver door is open when Q is initiate vehicle locator. The exterior
pressed, all doors lock except the lamps flash and the horn chirps Keyless Access can be
driver door, if enabled through three times. programmed to unlock all doors on
vehicle personalization. See Vehicle the first unlock/lock button press
Press and hold 7 for at least from the driver door. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 140.
three seconds to sound the panic Personalization 0 140.
If the passenger door is open when alarm. The horn sounds and the
Q is pressed, all doors lock. turn signals flash for about
30 seconds until 7 is pressed again
or the vehicle is started.
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Keyless Unlocking/Locking Pressing the lock/unlock button will Passive Locking
from the Driver Door cause all doors to lock if any of the
The Keyless Access system will
following occur:
When the doors are locked and the lock the vehicle several seconds
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of . It has been more than after all doors are closed, if the
the driver door handle, pressing the five seconds since the first lock/ vehicle is off and at least one RKE
lock/unlock button on the driver door unlock button press. transmitter has been removed from
handle will unlock the driver door. . Two lock/unlock button presses the interior or none remain in the
If the lock/unlock button is pressed were used to unlock all doors. interior.
again within five seconds, all If other electronic devices interfere
passenger doors will unlock. Pull . Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed. with the RKE transmitter signal, the
the door handle to unlatch the door. vehicle may not detect the RKE
See Vehicle Personalization 0 140. transmitter inside the vehicle.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking If passive locking is enabled, the
from Passenger Doors doors may lock with the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
When the doors are locked and the
not leave the RKE transmitter in an
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
unattended vehicle.
of the door handle, pressing the
lock/unlock button on that door To customize doors to automatically
handle will unlock all doors. lock when exiting the vehicle, see
Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the Temporary Disable of the
following occur: Passive Locking Feature
. The lock/unlock button was used Temporarily disable passive locking
to unlock all doors.
by pressing and holding K on the
. Any vehicle door has opened interior door switch with a door open
and all doors are now closed. for at least four seconds, or until
three chimes are heard. Passive
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locking will then remain disabled Keyless Liftgate Opening Programming with Two
until Q on the interior door is Press the touch pad on the Recognized Transmitters
pressed, or until the vehicle is underside of the liftgate glass and A new transmitter can be
started. lift up to open if the RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle when
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are there are two recognized
locked. If the doors are unlocked, transmitters. To program, the vehicle
When the vehicle is turned off and the transmitter is not required to must be off and all of the
an RKE transmitter is left in the open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 47. transmitters, both currently
vehicle, the horn will chirp three recognized and new, must be
times after all doors are closed. Keyed Access with you.
To turn on or off see Vehicle To access a vehicle with a weak 1. Place the two recognized
Personalization 0 140. transmitter battery, see Door Locks transmitters in the cupholder.
0 41.
Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert 2. Remove the key lock cylinder
Programming Transmitters to cover on the driver door
If the vehicle is on, with a door
the Vehicle handle. See Door Locks 0 41.
open, and then all doors are closed,
the vehicle will check for RKE Only RKE transmitters programmed Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter(s) inside. If an RKE to the vehicle will work. If a new transmitter into the key
transmitter is not detected, the DIC transmitter is lost or stolen, a lock cylinder on the driver door
will display NO REMOTE replacement can be purchased and handle and turn the key to the
DETECTED and the horn will chirp programmed through your dealer. unlock position five times within
three times. The vehicle can be reprogrammed 10 seconds.
so that lost or stolen transmitters no The Driver Information Center
This occurs only once each time the
longer work. Any remaining (DIC) displays READY FOR
vehicle is driven.
transmitters will need to be REMOTE # 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 140. reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.
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When all additional transmitters The Driver Information Center
are programmed, press and (DIC) displays REMOTE
hold POWER O for 12 seconds LEARN PENDING,
to exit programming mode. PLEASE WAIT.
6. Put the key back into the 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
transmitter. DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
START BUTTON TO LEARN
Programming without Two and then press POWER O.
Recognized Transmitters
The DIC will again show
If two currently recognized REMOTE LEARN PENDING,
transmitters are not available, follow
PLEASE WAIT.
this procedure to program up to
3. Open the center console and eight transmitters. This feature is 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional
take the small tray out of the not available in Canada. This times. After the third time, all
center console. Place the procedure will take approximately previously known transmitters
transmitter in the transmitter 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle will no longer work with the
pocket with the buttons must be off and all of the vehicle. Remaining transmitters
facing down. transmitters to be programmed must can be relearned during the
be with you. next steps.
4. Press POWER O to start the
vehicle. When the transmitter is 1. Remove the key lock cylinder The DIC should now show
learned, the DIC will show that cover on the driver door READY FOR REMOTE # 1.
it is ready to program the next handle. See Door Locks 0 41.
transmitter. Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter into the key lock
5. Remove the transmitter from cylinder on the driver door
the transmitter pocket and handle and turn the key to the
press K or Q. unlock position five times within
To program additional 10 seconds.
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
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When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold POWER O for 12 seconds
to exit programming mode.
7. Put the key back into the
transmitter.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
While trying to start the vehicle,
if the transmitter battery is weak or if
there is interference with the signal, 1. Open the center console and
4. Open the center console and the DIC may display NO REMOTE
take the small tray out of the take the small tray out of the
DETECTED or USE center console. Place the
center console. Place the TRANSMITTER POCKET TO
transmitter in the transmitter transmitter in the pocket with
START. The REPLACE BATTERY the buttons facing down.
pocket with the buttons IN REMOTE KEY message may
facing down. also be displayed at this time. 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake
5. Press POWER O to start the To start the vehicle:
vehicle. When the transmitter is pedal and press POWER O.
learned, the DIC will show that Replace the transmitter battery
it is ready to program the next as soon as possible.
transmitter. Battery Replacement
6. Remove the transmitter from Replace the battery if the REPLACE
the transmitter pocket and BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
press K or Q. message displays in the DIC.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
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3. Remove the battery by pushing
Caution on the battery and sliding it
toward the bottom of the
When replacing the battery, do transmitter.
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your 4. Insert the new battery, positive
body could damage the side facing the back cover.
transmitter. Push the battery down until it is
held in place. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.
The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery: 5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
2. Separate the two halves of the Remote Start
transmitter using a flat tool
inserted into the area near the This feature starts the heating or air
key slot. conditioning systems and the rear
window defogger from outside the
vehicle.
Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet. Normal operation of the
system will return after the vehicle
1. Press the button on the side of has been turned on.
the transmitter near the bottom
and pull the key out. / : This button is on the RKE
transmitter.
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The climate control system will use Remote Starting the Vehicle repeated while the vehicle is
the previous settings during a running. This provides a total of
To remote start the vehicle:
remote start. The rear defog may 40 minutes.
come on during remote start based 1. Press and release Q on the The remote start can only be
on cold ambient conditions. The RKE transmitter. extended once.
rear defog indicator light does not
come on during a remote start. 2. Immediately press and hold / A maximum of two remote starts,
for at least four seconds or until or a single start with an extension,
Laws in some local communities are allowed between ignition cycles
may restrict the use of remote the turn signal lamps flash.
starters. For example, some laws 3. After entering the vehicle using POWER O.
require a person using remote start during a remote start, press For additional remote starts, turn the
to have the vehicle in view. Check POWER O with the brake vehicle on with the transmitter in the
local regulations for any pedal applied to start the vehicle.
requirements. vehicle and operate as normal.
Canceling Remote Start
If the vehicle is low on energy, do Remote start will automatically shut
not use the remote start feature. To cancel a remote start, do any of
off after 20 minutes unless a time
The vehicle may run out of energy. the following:
extension is done.
The RKE transmitter range may be When the vehicle starts, the parking . Press and hold / until the
less while the vehicle is running. lamps will turn on. Remote start run parking lamps turn off.
Other conditions can affect the time can be extended. . Turn on the hazard warning
performance of the transmitter. See flashers.
Extending Vehicle Run Time
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 33. The vehicle run time can also be . Press POWER O with the brake
extended by another 20 minutes, pedal applied, then press
if after 30 seconds and during the POWER O again to turn the
first 20 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are vehicle off.
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Conditions in Which Remote Door Locks Warning (Continued)
Start Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature will { Warning permanent injuries or even
not operate if: death from heat stroke.
Unlocked doors can be Always lock the vehicle
. The RKE transmitter is in the
dangerous. whenever leaving it.
vehicle.
. Passengers, especially . Outsiders can easily enter
. The hood is not closed.
children, can easily open through an unlocked door
. The hazard warning flashers the doors and fall out of a when you slow down or stop
are on. moving vehicle. The doors the vehicle. Locking the
. The service vehicle soon light can be unlocked and doors can help prevent this
is on. opened while the vehicle is from happening.
moving. The chance of
. The electric drive unit coolant being thrown out of the
temperature is too high. vehicle in a crash is To lock or unlock the doors from
increased if the doors are outside the vehicle:
. Two remote vehicle starts, or a
single remote start with an not locked. So, all . Use the key in the driver door to
extension, have already passengers should wear lock and unlock the door without
been used. seat belts properly and the the RKE (Remote Keyless Entry)
doors should be locked transmitter. The key cylinder is
. The vehicle is not in P (Park). whenever the vehicle is covered with a cap. See “Driver
driven. Door Key Lock Cylinder Access
. Young children who get into (In Case of Dead Battery)” later
unlocked vehicles may be in this section.
unable to get out. A child . Press Q or K on the RKE
can be overcome by transmitter to lock and unlock
extreme heat and can suffer the doors.
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Access Operation” in Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 33.
Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder
Access (In Case of Dead
Battery)

To lock or unlock the doors from To replace the cap:


inside the vehicle: 1. Position the bottom edge of the
. Press Q or K on the power door cap under the lower edge of
lock switch. the metal piece (2). The
tabs (3) attach to the metal
. Pull the door handle. Pulling an piece (2) at the positions (1).
interior door handle will unlock
the door. Pulling the door handle
again unlatches it. To access the driver door key lock
cylinder:
Keyless Access
1. Insert the key into the slot on
The RKE transmitter must be within the bottom of the cap.
1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being
2. Lift the key upward to remove
opened. Press the button on the
the cap.
door handle to open. See “Keyless
3. Insert the key into the cylinder
and turn to unlock.
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Power Door Locks Delayed locking can only be turned
on when the Unlocked Door Anti
Lockout feature has been turned off.
Press Q on the power door lock
switch with the door open.
The doors will then lock
automatically five seconds after all
doors are closed. If a door is
reopened before five seconds have
elapsed, the five-second timer will
reset once all the doors are closed
2. Rotate the cap upward and again.
install into place.
Press Q on the door lock switch
3. Check that the cap is secure. again or press Q on the RKE
K : Press to unlock the doors. transmitter to override this feature
Free-Turning Locks
Q : Press to lock the doors. and lock the doors immediately.
The door key lock cylinder turns
freely when either the wrong key is Locking and unlocking the doors will Delayed locking can be
used, or the correct key is not fully also unlock the liftgate. See Liftgate programmed. See Vehicle
inserted. The free-turning door lock 0 47. Personalization 0 140.
feature prevents the lock from being
forced open. To reset the lock, turn Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks
it to the vertical position with the This feature delays the actual The doors will lock automatically
correct key fully inserted. Remove locking of the doors until when all doors are closed, the
the key and insert it again. If this five seconds after all doors are vehicle is on, and the shift lever is
does not reset the lock, turn the key closed. out of P (Park).
halfway around in the cylinder and
repeat the reset procedure.
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If a vehicle door is unlocked and has not reduced, the driver door will Safety Locks
then opened and closed, the doors unlock and the horn will chirp three
will lock either when your foot is times.
removed from the brake or the Lockout Protection can be manually
vehicle speed becomes faster than overridden with the driver door open
13 km/h (8 mph).
by pressing and holding Q on the
To unlock the doors: power door lock switch.
. Press K on a door. If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is
. Shift the vehicle into P (Park). turned on and the vehicle is off, the
driver door is open, and locking is
Automatic door unlocking can be requested, all the doors will lock and
programmed. See Vehicle only the driver door will unlock. The
Personalization 0 140. Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature
can be turned on or off. See Vehicle
Lockout Protection Personalization 0 140. If equipped, the safety lock is on the
inside edge of the rear doors. To
If the vehicle is on or in Service use the safety lock:
Mode and the power door lock
switch is pressed with the driver 1. Move the lever forward to the
door open, all the doors will lock lock position.
and only the driver door will unlock. 2. Close the door.
If the vehicle is off and locking is 3. Do the same for the other
requested while a door is open, rear door.
when all doors are closed the
vehicle will check for RKE
transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is detected and the
number of RKE transmitters inside
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To open a rear door when the safety KeyPass Setup Function
lock is on: . KeyPass Setup
If equipped, this feature allows a
1. Unlock the door by using the smartphone to be connected to the ‐ Managing Priority Setting
inside handle, the power door vehicle and remote vehicle functions
lock switch, or the Remote ‐ Modifying Priority Setting
to be requested. Features vary
Keyless Entry (RKE) depending on availability. . Revocation
transmitter.
Features include: Active Remote Function
2. Open the door from the
outside. . Remote commands – Use to . Door Lock/Unlock
lock/unlock the vehicle, remote .
When the safety lock is enabled, Remote Start/Stop
start for the cabin climate,
adults and older children will not be or sound or cancel the horn and . Panic Alarm Activation/
able to open the rear door from the flash the lights. Termination
inside. Cancel the safety locks to
enable the doors to open from the . Vehicle status – View the . Remote Charge Termination
inside. vehicle’s range and battery level, . High Voltage Charge Functions
charging status, and tire
To cancel the safety lock: pressure. ‐ Temporary Charging Override
1. Unlock the door and open it Update
. Welcome lighting – Request light
from the outside. when approaching the vehicle. ‐ Change the Charging Mode
2. Move the lever rearward to Permanently
. Location services – Save the
unlock. Do the same for the parked location or start
other door. navigation at the vehicle’s GPS
coordinates.
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‐ Update Departure Time . Charge Mode Status Pairing
Schedule ‐ Available Mileage A smartphone must be paired to the
‐ High Voltage Priority Charging ‐ Charge Start and End Times KeyPass Module and then it must
Activate and De-activate Status be connected to the vehicle before it
‐ Select Charge Level/Limit can be used.
‐ Full Week of Time Based
Preference Screen Delayed Charging Status Setup Information
. Vehicle Locator . Up to three smartphones can be
‐ Disable Rate Based and
. Routing w/Available Mileage Delayed Charging Status set up and connected to the
vehicle.
Passive Function ‐ High Voltage Charging System
Fault (Unable to Charge) . Setup is disabled when the
Approach Detection/Welcome vehicle is moving.
Lighting ‐ High Voltage Charger Power
Level . Pairing only needs to be
Visual Display for Vehicle completed once per smartphone,
Information ‐ High Voltage Battery Charge unless the pairing information on
Cord Connected Indication the smartphone changes or the
. Low Battery Indication
‐ Charge Complete smartphone is deleted.
. Tire Pressure
‐ Usable State of Charge Setup Process
. Remote Start Status
‐ High Voltage Depletion Mode 1. Enable the KeyPass function
. Odometer Reading Range through vehicle
. Rear Closure Ajar Switch Status ‐ High Voltage Battery State of personalization. See Vehicle
Charge Status Personalization.
. Electric Parking Brake Status
2. Download the myChevrolet app
. Hood Status
to the smartphone from the
. High Voltage Battery State of appropriate app store.
Charge Status 3. The vehicle must be on and in
. GPS Signal for End of Trip P (Park).
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4. Open the App and touch Doors To lock or unlock the liftgate from
Search for New Vehicles. the inside, press Q or K.
5. Choose your vehicle and Liftgate
touch Done.
6. Aim the smartphone camera at Caution
the QR code on the
infotainment display to scan To avoid damage to the liftgate or
the security key. If the camera liftgate glass, make sure the area
is not working, the QR code above and behind the liftgate is
can be entered manually. clear before opening it.
7. The infotainment display
provides confirmation that the To lock or unlock the liftgate from
pairing process was completed the outside, press Q or K on the
successfully.
RKE transmitter.
Deleting a Paired Smartphone To open the liftgate, press the touch
1. Select Settings from the Home pad and lift up.
Page on the infotainment When closing the liftgate, use the
display. pull cup.
2. Select KeyPass. Keyless Liftgate Opening
3. Select Manage KeyPass Press the touch pad on the
Devices. underside of the liftgate glass and
4. Touch Delete next to the lift up to open if the RKE transmitter
smartphone to be deleted, and is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are
follow the prompts. locked. If the doors are unlocked,
the transmitter is not required to
open the liftgate.
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.
Vehicle Security The vehicle alarm system will not
arm if the doors are locked with
Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
This vehicle has theft-deterrent the key. accident:
features; however, they do not make
If the driver door is opened without . Lock the vehicle after all
the vehicle impossible to steal.
first unlocking with the RKE occupants have left the vehicle.
transmitter, the horn will chirp and
Vehicle Alarm System the lights will flash to indicate . Always unlock a door with the
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not RKE transmitter.
system. started, or the door is not unlocked Unlocking the driver door with the
by pressing K on the RKE key will not disarm the system or
Arming the Alarm System turn off the alarm.
transmitter during the 10-second
1. Close the liftgate, then turn off pre-alarm, the alarm will be
the vehicle. activated. How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
2. Lock the vehicle in one of If a door or the liftgate is opened
three ways: without first disarming the system, If K is pressed on the RKE
. Use the RKE transmitter. the turn signals will flash and the transmitter and the horn chirps and
horn will sound for about the lights flash three times, an alarm
. Use the Keyless Access 30 seconds. The alarm system will occurred previously while the alarm
system. then re-arm to monitor for the next system was armed.
. With a door open, press the unauthorized event.
If the alarm has been activated, a
inside Q. Disarming the System message will appear on the DIC.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm Do one of the following to disarm
system will arm. Pressing Q on the alarm system or turn off the
Immobilizer
the RKE transmitter a second alarm if it has been activated: See Radio Frequency Statement
time will bypass the 30-second 0 340.
delay and immediately arm the
. Press K on the RKE transmitter.
alarm system. . Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.
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Immobilizer Operation transmitter will start the vehicle. Do not leave the transmitter or
If the transmitter is damaged, you device that disarms or deactivates
This vehicle has a passive may not be able to start the vehicle. the theft-deterrent system in the
theft-deterrent system. vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
The system does not have to be security light comes on briefly when
manually armed or disarmed. the vehicle is turned on.
The vehicle is automatically If the vehicle does not start and the
immobilized when the transmitter security light stays on, there is a
leaves the vehicle. problem with the system. Turn the
The immobilization system is vehicle off and try again.
disarmed when POWERO is If the RKE transmitter appears to be
pressed and a valid transmitter is undamaged, try another transmitter,
found in the vehicle. or place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket.
See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 33.
If the vehicle does not start with the
other transmitter or with the
The security light on the instrument
transmitter placed in the transmitter
cluster comes on when there is a
pocket, the vehicle needs service.
problem with arming or disarming
the theft-deterrent system. See your dealer who can service
the theft-deterrent system and have
The system has one or more
a new transmitter programmed to
transmitters matched to an
the vehicle.
immobilizer control unit in the
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
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Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
The vehicle has manual folding
mirrors. These mirrors can be folded
{ Warning inward to prevent damage when
A convex mirror can make things, going through an automatic car
wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward
like other vehicles, look farther
the vehicle. Push the mirror outward
away than they really are. If you
to return it to the original position.
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
To adjust the mirrors:
The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press } or | to choose the
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is driver or passenger mirror. An
curved so more can be seen from indicator will show the selected
the driver seat. mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror in the
desired position.
3. Press } or | again to
deselect the mirror.
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Interior Mirrors Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming
Interior Rearview Mirrors mirror provides a wide angle camera
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror


To adjust the brightness, press the
Push the tab forward for daytime button (1) on the back of the
use and pull it rearward for rearview mirror without covering the
nighttime use to avoid glare of the light sensor (2).
headlamps from behind.

Automatic Dimming Pull the tab to turn on the display.


Rearview Mirror Push the tab to turn it off. When off,
the mirror is automatic dimming.
If equipped, automatic dimming Adjust the mirror for a clear view of
reduces the glare of headlamps the area behind the vehicle while
from behind. The dimming feature the display is off.
comes on when the vehicle is Each button press cycles the
started. brightness between five settings.
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The RCM may not work properly or
display a clear image if:
. There is glare from the sun or
headlamps. This may obstruct
objects from view.
. Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks
the camera lens. Clean the lens
with a soft damp cloth.
. The back of the vehicle has
been damaged and the position
and mounting angle of the
The camera that provides the Rear camera has changed.
{ Warning Camera Mirror (RCM) image is
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) above the license plate, next to the
has a limited view. Portions of the Rear Vision Camera (RVC).
road, vehicles, and other objects To clean the rear camera, see
may not be seen. Do not drive or Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 109.
park the vehicle using only this Troubleshooting
camera. Objects may appear
closer than they are. Check the If the tab is in the rearward position
outside mirrors or glance over and a blue screen and d are
your shoulder when making lane displayed in the mirror and the
changes or merging. Failure to display shuts off, see your dealer for
use proper care may result in service.
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
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Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve electric range Warning (Continued)
performance. This may result in a
{ Warning pulsing sound when either rear When there are children in the
window is down and the front rear seat, use the window lockout
Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the switch to prevent unintentional
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open a front window. operation of the windows.
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather. Power Windows
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
{ Warning
from heat stroke. Leaving children in a vehicle with
the RKE transmitter is dangerous
for many reasons; children or
others could be badly injured or
even killed. They could operate
the power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle
move. The windows will function
with the RKE transmitter in the
vehicle and they could be Press the switch to open the
seriously injured or killed if caught window. Pull the front of the switch
in the path of a closing window. up to close it.
Do not leave the RKE transmitter The window switches on the driver
in a vehicle with children. door control all windows.
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The power windows only operate may be held up to the second 4. Continue holding the switch up
with the vehicle on or in Service position to close the window. The for approximately two seconds
Mode, or when Retained Accessory window will return to normal after the window is completely
Power (RAP) is active. operation once the obstruction or closed.
condition is removed.
Express Window Operation Window Lockout
The driver window has an express
Safety Function Override This feature prevents the rear
feature which allows the window to This is for vehicles with the passenger windows from operating,
be lowered or raised without holding express-up feature. If the battery on except from the driver position.
the switch. To automatically raise or the vehicle has been recharged or
lower the window, pull the driver disconnected, or is not working, the
window switch up or press it down windows will need to be
all the way and release. Stop the reprogrammed for the express-up
window by pressing or pulling the feature to work. Before
switch in the same direction a reprogramming, replace or recharge
second time, or by briefly operating the vehicle's battery.
the switch to the first position in To program the driver window:
either direction. The front and rear
passenger windows have express 1. Close all doors with the vehicle
open only. on or in Service Mode.
Safety Function 2. Press and hold the power
window switch until the window
This is for vehicles with the is fully open.
express-up feature. If any object is Press 2 on the driver door to
in the path of the window when the 3. Pull the power window switch activate the window lockout. The
express-up feature is active, the up until the window is fully indicator light in the switch will
window will stop and auto-reverse to closed. illuminate when activated.
a preset position. Weather
Press 2 again to deactivate the
conditions may cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window switch window lockout.
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Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor down to block


glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window or, if equipped, extend
along the rod.
Visor Vanity Mirror
The vehicle may have vanity mirrors
and card holders on the back of the
sun visors. Swing down the sun
visor to expose the vanity mirror.
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Seats and Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Seat Belt in the
Restraints Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 72
When Should an Airbag
Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Securing Child Restraints (With
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 the Seat Belt in the
Head Restraints What Makes an Airbag Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
How Does an Airbag
Front Seats Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 What Will You See after an
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Passenger Sensing System . . . 77
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Rear Seats Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Adding Equipment to the
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 81
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 82
Seat Belts Replacing Airbag System Parts
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
How to Wear Seat Belts Child Restraints
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Infants and Young Children . . . . 85
Seat Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 87
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 89
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 69 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 90
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Replacing LATCH System Parts
Replacing Seat Belt System After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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Head Restraints Front Seats
The vehicle's front and rear seats
have adjustable head restraints in
the outboard seating positions.

{ Warning
With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not Adjust the head restraint so that the
drive until the head restraints for top of the restraint is at the same
all occupants are installed and height as the top of the occupant's The height of the head restraint can
adjusted properly. head. This position reduces the be adjusted. To raise or lower the
chance of a neck injury in a crash. head restraint, press the button
located on the side of the head
restraint, and pull up or push the
head restraint down, and release
the button. Pull and push on the
head restraint after the button is
released to make sure that it is
locked in place.
The front seat outboard head
restraints are not removable.
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Rear Seats head restraint after the button is To fold the head restraint, press the
released to make sure it is locked in button on the side of the head
The vehicle’s rear seats have
place. restraint.
adjustable head restraints in the
outboard seating positions. If installing a child restraint in the
rear seat, see “Securing a Child
The height of the head restraint can
Restraint Designed for the LATCH
be adjusted.
System” under Lower Anchors and
Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Tethers for Children (LATCH
Try to move the head restraint to System) 0 90.
make sure it is locked in place.
Folding the Rear Head Restraint
The head restraint can be folded
rearward to allow for better visibility
when the rear seat is unoccupied.

The head restraint will fold rearward


automatically.
When an occupant or child restraint
is in the seat, always return the
head restraint to the full upright
position. Pull the head restraint up
and forward until it locks into place.
To lower the head restraint, press Push and pull on the head restraint
the button on the top of the to make sure that it is locked.
seatback and push the head Always adjust the head restraint so
restraint down. Try to move the that the top of the restraint is at the
same height as the top of the
occupant's head.
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Front Seats To adjust the seat: Reclining Seatbacks
1. Pull the handle at the front of
Seat Adjustment the seat. { Warning
2. Slide the seat to the desired
Manual Seats position and release the
If either seatback is not locked, it
handle. could move forward in a sudden
{ Warning 3. Try to move the seat back and
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
You can lose control of the forth to be sure it is locked in Always push and pull on the
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver place. seatbacks to be sure they are
seat while the vehicle is moving. Seat Height Adjuster locked.
Adjust the driver seat only when
the vehicle is not moving.

Seat Position

Move the lever on the outboard side


of the seat up or down to manually To recline the seatback:
adjust the seat height. 1. Lift the lever.
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2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, and then Warning (Continued)
release the lever to lock the
seatback in place. The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
3. Push and pull on the seatback be in front of you. In a crash, you
to make sure it is locked. could go into it, receiving neck or
To return the seatback to the upright other injuries.
position: The lap belt could go up over
1. Lift the lever fully without your abdomen. The belt forces
applying pressure to the would be there, not at your pelvic
seatback, and the seatback will bones. This could cause serious
return to the upright position. internal injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if
2. Push and pull on the seatback For proper protection when the the vehicle is moving.
to make sure it is locked. vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright. Then sit well Heated Front Seats
{ Warning back in the seat and wear the
Sitting in a reclined position when
seat belt properly. { Warning
the vehicle is in motion can be If temperature change or pain to
dangerous. Even when buckled the skin cannot be felt, the seat
up, the seat belts cannot do heater may cause burns. To
their job. reduce the risk of burns, use care
(Continued) when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against
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Touch M or L to heat the driver or next time the vehicle is started. In
Warning (Continued) manual mode, the controls can be
passenger seat cushion. Indicator
lights on the infotainment display accessed while the vehicle is on by
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
cover, or similar item. This may show the current setting with three touching M or L.
cause the seat heater to level indicators for high, medium, If the passenger seat is unoccupied,
or low. the auto heated seats feature will
overheat. An overheated seat
heater may cause a burn or may Touch the screen once for the not activate that seat.
damage the seat. highest setting. With each touch of The auto heated seats feature can
the screen, the heated seat will be programmed to always be
change to the next lower setting, enabled when the vehicle is on. See
and then to the off setting. The Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
lights indicate three for the highest
setting and one for the lowest. Remote Start Heated Seats
The passenger seat may take When it is cold outside, the heated
longer to heat up. seats can be turned on
automatically during a remote
Auto Heated Seats
vehicle start.
When the vehicle is on, this feature
The heated seats will be canceled
will automatically activate the
when the vehicle is started. If the
heated seats at the level required by
auto heated seats are enabled in
the vehicle’s interior temperature. In
vehicle personalization, the seat
auto mode, the indicators
Heated Seat Buttons heating level will automatically
automatically show the level setting
change to the level required by the
If equipped, the heated seat required.
vehicle's interior temperature when
controls are on the infotainment Use the manual heated seat buttons the vehicle is on.
display. To operate, the vehicle must to turn auto heated seats off. Once
be on. The temperature performance of an
this feature is turned off, the auto
unoccupied seat may be reduced.
heated seats will be activated the
This is normal.
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The heated seats will not turn on Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door
during a remote start unless the and left the vehicle without the
heated seat feature is enabled. See Rear Seat Reminder vehicle being shut off.
Vehicle Personalization 0 140. The feature can be turned on or off.
If equipped, the message REAR
SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR See Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
SEAT displays under certain
Folding the Seatback
conditions indicating there may be
an item or passenger in the rear Either side of the seatback can be
seat. Check before exiting the folded down for more cargo space.
vehicle. Fold a seatback only when the
vehicle is not moving.
This feature will activate when a
second row door is opened while
the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes Caution
before the vehicle is turned on.
There will be an alert when the Folding a rear seat with the seat
vehicle is turned off. The alert does belts still fastened may cause
not directly detect objects in the rear damage to the seat or the seat
seat; instead, under certain belts. Always unbuckle the seat
conditions, it detects when a rear belts and return them to their
door is opened and closed, normal stowed position before
indicating that there may be folding a rear seat.
something in the rear seat.
The feature is active only once each
time the vehicle is turned on and off,
and will require reactivation by
opening and closing the second row
doors. There may be an alert even
when there is nothing in the rear
seat; for example, if a child entered
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To fold the seatback down: 2. Pull the lever on top of the
seatback to unlock the { Warning
seatback.
A seat belt that is improperly
A red indicator near the routed, not properly attached,
seatback lever is exposed or twisted will not provide the
when the seatback is unlocked. protection needed in a crash. The
3. Fold the seatback down. person wearing the belt could be
Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other seriously injured. After raising the
seatback, if desired. rear seatback, always check to be
sure that the seat belts are
Raising the Seatback properly routed and attached, and
are not twisted.
{ Warning
1. Make sure the seat belt is in To raise a seatback:
If either seatback is not locked, it
the retainer hook. 1. Lift the seatback up and push it
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause rearward to lock it in place.
injury to the person sitting there. Make sure the seat belt is in
Always push and pull on the the retainer hook and is not
seatbacks to be sure they are twisted or caught in the
locked. seatback.
A tab near the seatback lever
retracts when the seatback is
locked in place.
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The center rear seat belt may The rear seat has an armrest in the
lock when you raise the center of the seatback. Lower the
seatback. If this happens, let armrest to access the two
the belt go back all the way cupholders.
and start again. To fold, lift the armrest up and push
2. Push and pull the top of the it rearward until it is flush with the
seatback to be sure it is locked seatback.
into position.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the Heated Rear Seats
other seatback, if necessary.
When the seat is not in use, it { Warning
should be kept in the upright, locked If equipped, the rear heated seat
If you cannot feel temperature
position. buttons are on the rear doors.
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns. To Press L or M to heat the left
Rear Seat Armrest reduce the risk of burns, people outboard or right outboard seat
with such a condition should use cushion.
care when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat
heater may cause a burn or may
damage the seat.
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Seat Belts Warning (Continued)
When riding in a vehicle, you travel
as fast as the vehicle does. If the
This section describes how to use vehicle stops suddenly, you keep
seat belts properly, and some things passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
not to do. the vehicle that is not equipped It could be the windshield, the
with seats and seat belts. instrument panel, or the seat belts!
{ Warning Always wear a seat belt, and When you wear a seat belt, you and
check that all passenger(s) are the vehicle slow down together.
Do not let anyone ride where a restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because
seat belt cannot be worn properly. you stop over a longer distance and,
In a crash, if you or your when worn properly, your strongest
passenger(s) are not wearing This vehicle has indicators as a
reminder to buckle the seat belts. bones take the forces from the seat
seat belts, injuries can be much belts. That is why wearing seat belts
See Seat Belt Reminders 0 120.
worse than if you are wearing makes such good sense.
seat belts. You can be seriously Why Seat Belts Work
injured or killed by hitting things Questions and Answers About
inside the vehicle harder or by Seat Belts
being ejected from the vehicle. In Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
addition, anyone who is not after a crash if I am wearing a
buckled up can strike other seat belt?
passengers in the vehicle. A: You could be — whether you are
It is extremely dangerous to ride wearing a seat belt or not. Your
in a cargo area, inside or outside chance of being conscious
of a vehicle. In a collision, during and after a crash, so you
passengers riding in these areas can unbuckle and get out, is
are more likely to be seriously much greater if you are belted.
injured or killed. Do not allow
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Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants this applies force to the strong
should I have to wear seat to buckle up. Statistics show that pelvic bones and you would be
belts? unbelted people are hurt more often less likely to slide under the lap
A: Airbags are supplemental in crashes than those who are belt. If you slid under it, the belt
systems only. They work with wearing seat belts. would apply force on your
seat belts — not instead of them. There are important things to know abdomen. This could cause
Whether or not an airbag is about wearing a seat belt properly. serious or even fatal injuries.
provided, all occupants still have . Wear the shoulder belt over the
to buckle up to get the most shoulder and across the chest.
protection. These parts of the body are best
Also, in nearly all states and in able to take belt restraining
all Canadian provinces, the law forces. The shoulder belt locks if
requires wearing seat belts. there is a sudden stop or crash.

How to Wear Seat Belts { Warning


Properly You can be seriously injured,
This section is only for people of or even killed, by not wearing
adult size. your seat belt properly.
There are special things to know . Never allow the lap or
about seat belts and children, and . Sit up straight and always keep shoulder belt to become
there are different rules for smaller your feet on the floor in front loose or twisted.
children and infants. If a child will be of you.
. Never wear the shoulder
riding in the vehicle, see Older . Always use the correct buckle belt under both arms or
Children 0 83 or Infants and Young for your seating position. behind your back.
Children 0 85. Follow those rules for . Wear the lap part of the belt low . Never route the lap or
everyone's protection.
and snug on the hips, just shoulder belt over an
touching the thighs. In a crash, armrest.
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Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock
if you pull the belt across you
All seating positions in the vehicle very quickly. If this happens, let
have a lap-shoulder belt. the belt go back slightly to
The following instructions explain unlock it. Then pull the belt
how to wear a lap-shoulder belt across you more slowly.
properly. If the shoulder portion of a
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is passenger belt is pulled out all
adjustable, so you can sit up the way, the child restraint
straight. To see how, see locking feature may be
“Seats” in the Index. engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the
Engaging the child restraint buckle until it clicks.
locking feature in the front Pull up on the latch plate to
outboard seating position may make sure it is secure. If the
affect the passenger sensing belt is not long enough, see
system. See Passenger Seat Belt Extender 0 69.
Sensing System 0 77.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the seat belt
could be quickly unbuckled if
necessary.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull


the belt across you. Do not let
it get twisted.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button activation are met. Seat belt
on the buckle. The belt should pretensioners can also help tighten
return to its stowed position. the seat belts in a side crash or a
Always stow the seat belt slowly. rollover event.
If the seat belt webbing returns Pretensioners work only once. If the
quickly to the stowed position, the pretensioners activate in a crash,
retractor may lock and cannot be the pretensioners and probably
pulled out. If this happens, pull the other parts of the vehicle's seat belt
seat belt straight out firmly to unlock system will need to be replaced.
the webbing, and then release it. See Replacing Seat Belt System
If the webbing is still locked in the Parts after a Crash 0 70.
retractor, see your dealer. Do not sit on the outboard seat belt
4. To make the lap part tight, pull Before a door is closed, be sure the while entering or exiting the vehicle
up on the shoulder belt. belt is out of the way. If a door is or at any time while sitting in the
slammed against a seat belt, seat. Sitting on the seat belt can
damage can occur to both the seat damage the webbing and hardware.
belt and the vehicle.
Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides
Seat Belt Pretensioners Rear seat belt comfort guides may
This vehicle has seat belt provide added seat belt comfort for
pretensioners for the front outboard older children who have outgrown
occupants. Although the seat belt booster seats and for some adults.
pretensioners cannot be seen, they When installed on a shoulder belt,
are part of the seat belt assembly. the comfort guide positions the
They can help tighten the seat belts shoulder belt away from the neck
during the early stages of a and head.
moderate to severe frontal, near
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner
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Comfort guides are available A pregnant woman should wear a information on the proper use and fit
through your dealer for the rear lap-shoulder belt, and the lap of seat belt extenders see the
outboard seating positions. portion should be worn as low as instruction sheet that comes with
Instructions are included with the possible, below the rounding, the extender.
guide. throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check
Seat Belt Use During to protect the mother. When a seat Periodically check the seat belt
Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch
that the fetus will not be hurt in a plates, retractors, shoulder belt
Seat belts work for everyone,
crash. For pregnant women, as for height adjusters (if equipped), and
including pregnant women. Like all
anyone, the key to making seat seat belt anchorages to make sure
occupants, they are more likely to
belts effective is wearing them they are all in working order. Look
be seriously injured if they do not
properly. for any other loose or damaged seat
wear seat belts.
belt system parts that might keep a
Seat Belt Extender seat belt system from performing
If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten properly. See your dealer to have it
around you, you should use it. repaired. Torn or frayed seat belts
may not protect you in a crash.
But if a seat belt is not long enough, They can rip apart under impact
your dealer will order you an forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
extender. When you go in to order it, have it replaced immediately.
take the heaviest coat you will wear,
so the extender will be long enough Make sure the seat belt reminder
for you. To help avoid personal light is working. See Seat Belt
injury, do not let someone else use Reminders 0 120.
it, and use it only for the seat it is Keep seat belts clean and dry. See
made to fit. The extender has been Seat Belt Care 0 70.
designed for adults. Never use it for
securing child restraints. For more
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Seat Belt Care Replacing Seat Belt New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the seat belt
Keep belts clean and dry. System Parts after a system was not being used at the
Crash time of the crash.
{ Warning Have the seat belt pretensioners
Do not bleach or dye seat belt
{ Warning checked if the vehicle has been in a
crash, or if the airbag readiness light
webbing. It may severely weaken A crash can damage the seat belt stays on after you start the vehicle
the webbing. In a crash, they system in the vehicle. A damaged or while you are driving. See Airbag
might not be able to provide seat belt system may not properly Readiness Light 0 121.
adequate protection. Clean and protect the person using it,
rinse seat belt webbing only with resulting in serious injury or even
mild soap and lukewarm water. death in a crash. To help make
Allow the webbing to dry. sure the seat belt systems are
working properly after a crash,
Seat belts should be properly cared have them inspected and any
for and maintained. necessary replacements made as
soon as possible.
Seat belt hardware should be kept
dry and free of dust or debris. As
necessary exterior hard surfaces After a minor crash, replacement of
and seat belt webbing may be lightly seat belts may not be necessary.
cleaned with mild soap and water. But the seat belt assemblies that
Ensure there is not excessive dust were used during any crash may
or debris in the mechanism. If dust have been stressed or damaged.
or debris exists in the system please See your dealer to have the seat
see the dealer. Parts may need to belt assemblies inspected or
be replaced to ensure proper replaced.
functionality of the system.
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Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word
AIRBAG on the trim or on a label { Warning
The vehicle has the following near the deployment opening.
airbags: You can be severely injured or
For frontal airbags, the word killed in a crash if you are not
. A frontal airbag for the driver AIRBAG is on the center of the wearing your seat belt, even with
. A frontal airbag for the front steering wheel for the driver and on airbags. Airbags are designed to
outboard passenger the instrument panel for the front work with seat belts, not replace
outboard passenger. them. Also, airbags are not
. A knee airbag for the driver
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG designed to inflate in every crash.
. A knee airbag for the front is on the lower part of the In some crashes seat belts are
outboard passenger instrument panel. the only restraint. See When
. A seat-mounted side impact For seat-mounted side impact Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 74.
airbag for the driver airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the Wearing your seat belt during a
. A seat-mounted side impact side of the seat closest to the door. crash helps reduce your chance
airbag for the front outboard For roof-rail airbags, the word of hitting things inside the vehicle
passenger AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. or being ejected from it. Airbags
. Seat-mounted side impact Airbags are designed to supplement are “supplemental restraints” to
airbags for the second row the protection provided by seat the seat belts. Everyone in the
outboard passengers belts. Even though today's airbags vehicle should wear a seat belt
. are also designed to help reduce properly, whether or not there is
A roof-rail airbag for the driver
and the passenger seated the risk of injury from the force of an an airbag for that person.
directly behind the driver inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
very quickly to do their job.
. A roof-rail airbag for the front
outboard passenger and the Here are the most important things
passenger seated directly to know about the airbag system:
behind the front outboard
passenger
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There is an airbag readiness light
{ Warning Warning (Continued) on the instrument cluster, which
shows the airbag symbol. The
Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or system checks the airbag electrical
force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side system for malfunctions. The light
an eye, anyone who is up windows in seating positions with tells you if there is an electrical
against, or very close to, any seat-mounted side impact airbags problem. See Airbag Readiness
airbag when it inflates can be and/or roof-rail airbags. Light 0 121 for more information.
seriously injured or killed. Do not
sit unnecessarily close to any Where Are the Airbags?
airbag, as you would be if sitting
on the edge of the seat or leaning { Warning
forward. Seat belts help keep you Children who are up against,
in position before and during a or very close to, any airbag when
crash. Always wear a seat belt, it inflates can be seriously injured
even with airbags. The driver or killed. Always secure children
should sit as far back as possible properly in the vehicle. To read
while still maintaining control of how, see Older Children 0 83 or
the vehicle. The seat belts and Infants and Young Children 0 85.
the front outboard passenger
airbags are most effective when
you are sitting well back and
upright in the seat with both feet
on the floor. The driver frontal airbag is in the
(Continued) center of the steering wheel.
The front outboard passenger
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel.
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The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown,
steering column. The front outboard Side Similar Passenger Side Similar
passenger knee airbag is below the The driver and front outboard On vehicles with second row
glove box. passenger seat-mounted side seat-mounted side impact airbags,
impact airbags are in the side of the they are in the sides of the seatback
seatbacks closest to the door. closest to the door.
The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
front outboard passenger, and { Warning
second row outboard passengers
are in the ceiling above the side If something is between an
windows. occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury
or even death. The path of an
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threshold. Deployment thresholds whether the object is fixed or
Warning (Continued) are used to predict how severe a moving, rigid or deformable, narrow
crash is likely to be in time for the or wide.
inflating airbag must be kept airbags to inflate and help restrain
clear. Do not put anything Frontal airbags are not intended to
the occupants. The vehicle has inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear
between an occupant and an electronic sensors that help the
airbag, and do not attach or put impacts, or in many side impacts.
airbag system determine the
anything on the steering wheel severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has
hub or on or near any other thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal
airbag covering. vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology
frontal airbags adjust the restraint
Do not use seat accessories that Frontal airbags are designed to according to crash severity.
block the inflation path of a inflate in moderate to severe frontal
seat-mounted side impact airbag. or near frontal crashes to help Knee airbags are designed to inflate
reduce the potential for severe in moderate to severe frontal or
Never secure anything to the roof near frontal impacts. Knee airbags
injuries, mainly to the driver's or
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags front outboard passenger's head are not designed to inflate during
by routing a rope or tie‐down and chest. vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts,
through any door or window or in many side impacts.
opening. If you do, the path of an Whether the frontal airbags will or
should inflate is not based primarily Seat-mounted side impact airbags
inflating roof-rail airbag will be
on how fast the vehicle is traveling. are designed to inflate in moderate
blocked. to severe side crashes depending
It depends on what is hit, the
direction of the impact, and how on the location of the impact.
When Should an Airbag quickly the vehicle slows down. Seat-mounted side impact airbags
are not designed to inflate in frontal
Inflate? Frontal airbags may inflate at impacts, near frontal impacts,
different crash speeds depending on rollovers, or rear impacts.
This vehicle is equipped with
whether the vehicle hits an object A seat-mounted side impact airbag
airbags. Airbags are designed to
straight on or at an angle, and is designed to inflate on the side of
inflate if the impact exceeds the
specific airbag system's deployment the vehicle that is struck.
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Roof-rail airbags are designed to For airbag locations, see Where Are But airbags would not help in many
inflate in moderate to severe side the Airbags? 0 72. types of collisions, primarily
crashes depending on the location because the occupant's motion is
of the impact. In addition, these How Does an Airbag not toward those airbags. See When
roof-rail airbags are designed to Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 74.
inflate during a rollover or in a
Restrain?
Airbags should never be regarded
severe frontal impact. Roof-rail In moderate to severe frontal or
as anything more than a supplement
airbags are not designed to inflate in near frontal collisions, even belted
to seat belts.
rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags occupants can contact the steering
will inflate when either side of the wheel or the instrument panel. In
vehicle is struck or if the sensing moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after
system predicts that the vehicle is even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates?
about to roll over on its side, or in a the inside of the vehicle. After the frontal, knee, and
severe frontal impact. Airbags supplement the protection seat-mounted side impact airbags
In any particular crash, no one can provided by seat belts by inflate, they quickly deflate, so
say whether an airbag should have distributing the force of the impact quickly that some people may not
inflated simply because of the more evenly over the even realize the airbags inflated.
vehicle damage or repair costs. occupant's body. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags partially inflated for some time after
What Makes an Airbag are designed to help contain the they inflate. Some components of
the airbag module may be hot for
Inflate? head and chest of occupants in the
several minutes. For location of the
outboard seating positions in the
In a deployment event, the sensing first and second rows. The rollover airbags, see Where Are the
system sends an electrical signal capable roof-rail airbags are Airbags? 0 72.
triggering a release of gas from the designed to help reduce the risk of The parts of the airbag that come
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the full or partial ejection in rollover into contact with you may be warm,
airbag causing the bag to break out events, although no system can but not too hot to touch. There may
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, prevent all such ejections. be some smoke and dust coming
and related hardware are all part of from the vents in the deflated
the airbag module.
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airbags. Airbag inflation does not inflate. The feature may also If an airbag inflates or the vehicle
prevent the driver from seeing out of activate, without airbag inflation, has been in a crash, the sensing
the windshield or being able to steer after an event that exceeds a system may shut down the high
the vehicle, nor does it prevent predetermined threshold. After voltage system. When this occurs,
people from leaving the vehicle. turning the ignition off and then on the high voltage battery is
again, the doors can be locked, the disconnected and the vehicle will
{ Warning interior lamps can be turned off, and
the hazard warning flashers can be
not start. Before the vehicle can be
operated again, it must be serviced
When an airbag inflates, there turned off using the controls for at your dealer.
may be dust in the air. This dust those features. If any of these In many crashes severe enough to
could cause breathing problems systems are damaged in the crash inflate the airbag, windshields are
for people with a history of they may not operate as normal. broken by vehicle deformation.
asthma or other breathing trouble. Additional windshield breakage may
To avoid this, everyone in the { Warning also occur from the front outboard
vehicle should get out as soon as passenger airbag.
it is safe to do so. If you have A crash severe enough to inflate
the airbags may have also . Airbags are designed to inflate
breathing problems but cannot only once. After an airbag
get out of the vehicle after an damaged important functions in
the vehicle, such as the brake inflates, you will need some new
airbag inflates, then get fresh air parts for the airbag system.
by opening a window or a door. and steering systems, etc. Even if
If you do not get them, the
If you experience breathing the vehicle appears to be drivable
airbag system will not be there
problems following an airbag after a moderate crash, there may
to help protect you in another
deployment, you should seek be concealed damage that could crash. A new system will include
medical attention. make it difficult to safely operate airbag modules and possibly
the vehicle. other parts. The service manual
Use caution if attempting to for the vehicle covers the need
The vehicle has a feature that may
restart the vehicle after a crash to replace other parts.
automatically unlock the doors, turn
on the interior lamps and hazard has occurred.
warning flashers after the airbags
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. The vehicle has a crash sensing The passenger sensing system
and diagnostic module which works with sensors that are part of
records information after a the front outboard passenger seat
crash. and seat belt. The sensors are
See Vehicle Data Recording and designed to detect the presence of
Privacy 0 342 and Event Data a properly seated occupant and
Recorders 0 342. United States determine if the front outboard
. Let only qualified technicians passenger frontal airbag and knee
work on the airbag systems. airbag should be allowed to inflate
Improper service can mean that or not.
an airbag system will not work According to accident statistics,
properly. See your dealer for children are safer when properly
service. secured in a rear seat in the correct
child restraint for their weight
Passenger Sensing Canada and size.
System The words ON and OFF, or the Whenever possible, children aged
symbol for on and off, will be visible 12 and under should be secured in
The vehicle has a passenger during the system check. When the a rear seating position.
sensing system for the front system check is complete, either the
outboard passenger position. The word ON or OFF, or the symbol for Never put a rear-facing child seat in
passenger airbag status indicator the front. This is because the risk to
on or off, will be visible. See
will light on the overhead console Passenger Airbag Status Indicator the rear-facing child is so great,
when the vehicle is started. 0 122. if the airbag inflates.

The passenger sensing system


turns off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system.
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When the passenger sensing
{ Warning Warning (Continued) system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger and knee airbag, the off indicator
restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far will light and stay lit as a reminder
or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to that the airbags are off. See
airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another 0 122.
restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child
The passenger sensing system is
the inflating airbag. A child in a when a rear seat is not available.
designed to turn on the front
forward-facing child restraint can
outboard passenger frontal airbag
be seriously injured or killed if the The passenger sensing system is and knee airbag anytime the system
passenger frontal airbag inflates designed to turn off the front senses that a person of adult size is
and the passenger seat is in a outboard passenger frontal airbag sitting properly in the front outboard
forward position. and knee airbag if: passenger seat. When the
Even if the passenger sensing . The front outboard passenger passenger sensing system has
system has turned off the front seat is unoccupied. allowed the airbags to be enabled,
outboard passenger airbag(s), no the on indicator will light and stay lit
. The system determines an infant as a reminder that the airbags are
system is fail-safe. No one can
is present in a child restraint. active.
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual . A front outboard passenger For some children, including
circumstance, even though the takes his/her weight off of the children in child restraints, and for
airbag(s) are off. seat for a period of time. very small adults, the passenger
. There is a critical problem with sensing system may or may not turn
Never put a rear-facing child off the front outboard passenger
restraint in the front seat, even if the airbag system or the
passenger sensing system. frontal airbag and knee airbag,
the airbag is off. If securing a depending upon the person's
forward-facing child restraint in seating posture and body build.
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outgrown child restraints should 1. Turn the vehicle off. 5. If, after reinstalling the child
wear a seat belt properly — whether 2. Remove the child restraint from restraint and restarting the
or not there is an airbag for that the vehicle. vehicle, the on indicator is still
person. lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
3. Remove any additional items slightly recline the vehicle
{ Warning from the seat such as blankets,
cushions, seat covers, seat
seatback and adjust the seat
cushion, if adjustable, to make
If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers. sure that the vehicle seatback
comes on and stays on, it means 4. Reinstall the child restraint is not pushing the child
that something may be wrong following the directions restraint into the seat cushion.
with the airbag system. To help provided by the child restraint Also make sure the child
avoid injury to yourself or others, manufacturer and refer to restraint is not trapped under
have the vehicle serviced right Securing Child Restraints (With the vehicle head restraint.
away. See Airbag Readiness the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) If this happens, adjust the head
Light 0 121 for more information, 0 97 or Securing Child restraint. See Head Restraints
Restraints (With the Seat Belt 0 57.
including important safety
information. in the Front Seat) 0 99. 6. Restart the vehicle.
Make sure the seat belt The passenger sensing system may
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a retractor is locked by pulling or may not turn off the airbags for a
the shoulder belt all the way child in a child restraint depending
Child Restraint out of the retractor when upon the child’s size. It is better to
The passenger sensing system is installing the child restraint, secure the child restraint in a rear
designed to turn off the front even if the child restraint is seat. Never put a rear-facing child
outboard passenger frontal airbag equipped with a seat belt lock restraint in the front seat, even if the
and knee airbag if the system off. When the retractor lock is on indicator is not lit.
determines that an infant is present set, the belt can be tightened
in a child restraint. If a child restraint but not pulled out of the
has been installed and the on retractor.
indicator is lit:
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If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material 6. Restart the vehicle and have
Adult-Sized Occupant from the seat, such as the person remain in this
blankets, cushions, seat position for two to
covers, seat heaters, or seat three minutes after the on
massagers. indicator is lit.
3. Place the seatback in the fully
upright position. { Warning
4. Have the person sit upright in If the front outboard passenger
the seat, centered on the seat airbag is turned off for an
cushion, with legs comfortably adult-sized occupant, the airbag
extended. will not be able to inflate and help
5. If the shoulder portion of the protect that person in a crash,
belt is pulled out all the way, resulting in an increased risk of
the child restraint locking serious injury or even death. An
feature will be engaged. This adult-sized occupant should not
If a person of adult size is sitting in
may unintentionally cause the ride in the front outboard
the front outboard passenger seat,
passenger sensing system to passenger seat, if the passenger
but the off indicator is lit, it could be
turn the airbag off for some airbag off indicator is lit.
because that person is not sitting
adult-sized occupants. If this
properly in the seat or that the child
happens, unbuckle the belt and
restraint locking feature is engaged. Additional Factors Affecting
let the belt go back all the way,
Use the following steps to allow the
and then buckle the belt again System Operation
system to detect that person and
without pulling the belt out all Seat belts help keep the passenger
enable the front outboard passenger
the way.
frontal airbag and knee airbag: in position on the seat during
vehicle maneuvers and braking,
1. Turn the vehicle off.
which helps the passenger sensing
system maintain the passenger
airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and
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“Child Restraints” in the Index for
additional information about the { Warning { Warning
importance of proper restraint use.
Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the
A thick layer of additional material, passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the
such as a blanket or cushion, passenger seat cushion and 12‐volt battery is disconnected,
or aftermarket equipment such as seatback may interfere with the an airbag can still inflate during
seat covers, seat heaters, and seat proper operation of the passenger improper service. You can be
massagers can affect how well the sensing system. injured if you are close to an
passenger sensing system
airbag when it inflates. Avoid
operates. We recommend that you
yellow connectors. They are
not use seat covers or other Servicing the probably part of the airbag
aftermarket equipment except when
approved by GM for your specific
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle system. Be sure to follow proper
vehicle. See Adding Equipment to Airbags affect how the vehicle service procedures, and make
the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 81 should be serviced. There are parts sure the person performing work
for more information about of the airbag system in several for you is qualified to do so.
modifications that can affect how places around the vehicle. Your
the system operates. dealer and the service manual have
information about servicing the
Adding Equipment to the
The on indicator may be lit if an Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
object, such as a briefcase, vehicle and the airbag system. To
handbag, grocery bag, laptop, purchase a service manual, see Adding accessories that change the
or other electronic device is put on Service Publications Ordering vehicle's frame, bumper system,
an unoccupied seat. If this is not Information 0 339. height, front end, or side sheet
desired, remove the object from metal may keep the airbag system
the seat. from working properly. The
operation of the airbag system can
also be affected by changing any
parts of the front seats, seat belts,
airbag sensing and diagnostic
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module, steering wheel, instrument could either prevent proper
panel, inner door seals including the deployment of the passenger Caution
speakers, any of the airbag airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
modules, ceiling or pillar garnish sensing system from properly If an airbag covering is damaged,
trim, overhead console, front turning off the passenger airbag(s). opened, or broken, the airbag
sensors, side impact sensors, See Passenger Sensing System may not work properly. Do not
or airbag wiring. 0 77. open or break the airbag
coverings. If there are any
Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail opened or broken airbag
have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires
coverings, have the airbag
of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels 0 291 for additional
covering and/or airbag module
diagnostic module, and airbag important information.
wiring. replaced. For the location of the
If you have to modify your vehicle airbags, see Where Are the
In addition, the vehicle has a because you have a disability and Airbags? 0 72. See your dealer
passenger sensing system for the have questions about whether the for service.
front outboard passenger position, modifications will affect the vehicle's
which includes sensors that are part airbag system, or if you have
of the passenger seat. The questions about whether the airbag Replacing Airbag System
passenger sensing system may not system will be affected if the vehicle Parts after a Crash
operate properly if the original seat is modified for any other reason, call
trim is replaced with non-GM Customer Assistance. See
covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Customer Assistance Offices 0 332. { Warning
GM covers, upholstery, or trim
A crash can damage the airbag
designed for a different vehicle. Any Airbag System Check systems in the vehicle.
object, such as an aftermarket seat
heater or a comfort-enhancing pad The airbag system does not need A damaged airbag system may
or device, installed under or on top regularly scheduled maintenance or not properly protect you and your
of the seat fabric, could also replacement. Make sure the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
interfere with the operation of the readiness light is working. See in serious injury or even death. To
passenger sensing system. This Airbag Readiness Light 0 121.
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.
Warning (Continued) Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat.
Do the knees bend at the seat
edge? If yes, continue. If no,
help make sure the airbag Older Children return to the booster seat.
systems are working properly
after a crash, have them . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
inspected and any necessary Does the shoulder belt rest on
replacements made as soon as the shoulder? If yes, continue.
possible. If no, try using the rear seat belt
comfort guide, if available. See
“Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides”
If an airbag inflates, you will need to under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 67.
replace airbag system parts. See If a comfort guide is not
your dealer for service. available, or if the shoulder belt
If the airbag readiness light stays on still does not rest on the
after the vehicle is started or comes shoulder, then return to the
on when you are driving, the airbag booster seat.
system may not work properly. Have . Does the lap belt fit low and
the vehicle serviced right away. See Older children who have outgrown
snug on the hips, touching the
Airbag Readiness Light 0 121. booster seats should wear the
thighs? If yes, continue. If no,
vehicle’s seat belts.
return to the booster seat.
The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper seat belt fit be
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,
booster. Use a booster seat with a
return to the booster seat.
lap-shoulder belt until the child
passes the fit test below:
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Q: What is the proper way to
wear seat belts? { Warning { Warning
A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the
lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt with the shoulder belt
additional restraint a shoulder seat belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be
belt can provide. The shoulder the impact forces. In a crash, they seriously injured by not wearing
belt should not cross the face or can be crushed together and the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
neck. The lap belt should fit seriously injured. A seat belt must crash, the child would not be
snugly below the hips, just
be used by only one person at restrained by the shoulder belt.
touching the top of the thighs.
a time. The child could move too far
This applies belt force to the
child's pelvic bones in a crash. forward increasing the chance of
It should never be worn over the head and neck injury. The child
abdomen, which could cause might also slide under the lap
severe or even fatal internal belt. The belt force would then be
injuries in a crash. applied right on the abdomen.
That could cause serious or fatal
Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort injuries. The shoulder belt should
Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt
go over the shoulder and across
0 67.
the chest.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
restrained in a rear seating position.
In a crash, children who are not
buckled up can strike other people
who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use seat belts
properly.
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appropriate child restraints. Neither
{ Warning the vehicle's seat belt system nor its
airbag system is designed for them.
Children can be seriously injured
or strangled if a shoulder belt is Children who are not restrained
wrapped around their neck. The properly can strike other people,
shoulder belt can tighten but or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
cannot be loosened if it is locked.
The shoulder belt locks when it is { Warning
pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the Never hold an infant or a child
shoulder belt is allowed to go all while riding in a vehicle. Due to
the way back into the retractor, crash forces, an infant or a child
Infants and Young but it cannot do this if it is will become so heavy it is not
possible to hold it during a crash.
Children wrapped around a child’s neck.
For example, in a crash at only
If the shoulder belt is locked and
Everyone in a vehicle needs tightened around a child’s neck, 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb)
protection! This includes infants and infant will suddenly become a
the only way to loosen the belt is
all other children. Neither the 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's
to cut it.
distance traveled nor the age and arms. An infant or child should be
size of the traveler changes the Never leave children unattended secured in an appropriate
need, for everyone, to use safety in a vehicle and never allow restraint.
restraints. In fact, the law in every children to play with the seat
state in the United States and in belts.
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be
restrained while in a vehicle. Every time infants and young
children ride in vehicles, they should
have the protection provided by
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For each type of child restraint,
there are many different models
available. When purchasing a child
restraint, be sure it is designed to be
used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the
restraint will have a label saying that
it meets federal motor vehicle safety
standards. The restraint
manufacturer's instructions that
come with the restraint state the
weight and height limitations for a
particular child restraint. In addition,
there are many kinds of restraints
Child restraints are devices used to
{ Warning restrain, seat, or position children in
available for children with special
needs.
Children who are up against, the vehicle and are sometimes
called child seats or car seats.
or very close to, any airbag when
it inflates can be seriously injured
{ Warning
There are three basic types of
or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraints: To reduce the risk of neck and
child restraint in the front . Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and
outboard seat. Secure a toddlers should be secured in a
rear-facing child restraint in a rear . Rearward-facing child restraints rear-facing child restraint until age
seat. It is also better to secure a . Belt-positioning booster seats two, or until they reach the
forward-facing child restraint in a maximum height and weight limits
The proper child restraint for your
rear seat. If you must secure a of their child restraint.
child depends on their size, weight,
forward-facing child restraint in and age, and also on whether the
the front outboard seat, always child restraint is compatible with the
move the front passenger seat as vehicle in which it will be used.
far back as it will go.
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Child Restraint Systems
{ Warning
A young child's hip bones are still
so small that the vehicle's regular
seat belt may not remain low on
the hip bones, as it should.
Instead, it may settle up around
the child's abdomen. In a crash,
the belt would apply force on a
body area that is unprotected by
any bony structure. This alone
could cause serious or fatal Forward-Facing Child Restraint
injuries. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injuries during a Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A forward-facing child restraint
crash, young children should provides restraint for the child's
A rear-facing child restraint provides body with the harness.
always be secured in appropriate restraint with the seating surface
child restraints. against the back of the infant.
The harness system holds the infant
in place and, in a crash, acts to
keep the infant positioned in the
restraint.
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Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child
Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the instructions
that come with the restraint which
may be on the restraint itself or in a
{ Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual.
A child can be seriously injured or The child restraint instructions are
killed in a crash if the child important, so if they are not
restraint is not properly secured in available, obtain a replacement
copy from the manufacturer.
the vehicle. Secure the child
restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured
using the vehicle’s seat belt or child restraint can move around in a
LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure
Booster Seats instructions that came with that people in the vehicle. Be sure to
A belt-positioning booster seat is child restraint and the instructions properly secure any child restraint in
used for children who have in this manual. the vehicle — even when no child is
outgrown their forward-facing child in it.
restraint. Boosters are designed to To help reduce the chance of injury, In some areas of the United States
improve the fit of the vehicle's seat the child restraint must be secured and Canada, Certified Child
belt system until the child is large in the vehicle. Child restraints must Passenger Safety Technicians
enough for the vehicle seat belts to be secured in vehicle seats by lap (CPSTs) are available to inspect
fit properly without a booster seat. belts or the lap belt portion of a and demonstrate how to correctly
See the seat belt fit test in Older lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH use and install child restraints. In
Children 0 83. system. See Lower Anchors and the U.S., refer to the National
Tethers for Children (LATCH Highway Traffic Safety
System) 0 90 for more information. Administration (NHTSA) website to
Children can be endangered in a locate the nearest child safety seat
crash if the child restraint is not inspection station. For CPST
properly secured in the vehicle.
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availability in Canada, check with Never put a rear-facing child
Transport Canada or the Provincial restraint in the front. This is because Warning (Continued)
Ministry of Transportation office. the risk to the rear-facing child is so
great if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints
Securing the Child Within the in a rear seat, even if the airbag
Child Restraint is off. If you secure a
{ Warning forward-facing child restraint in
{ Warning A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the
front passenger seat as far back
restraint can be seriously injured
A child can be seriously injured or or killed if the front passenger as it will go. It is better to secure
killed in a crash if the child is not airbag inflates. This is because the child restraint in a rear seat.
properly secured in the child the back of the rear-facing child See Passenger Sensing System
restraint. Secure the child restraint would be very close to 0 77 for additional information.
properly following the instructions the inflating airbag. A child in a
that came with that child restraint. forward-facing child restraint can
When securing a child restraint with
be seriously injured or killed if the
the seat belts in a rear seat position,
Where to Put the front passenger airbag inflates study the instructions that came with
and the passenger seat is in a
Restraint forward position.
the child restraint to make sure it is
compatible with this vehicle.
According to accident statistics, Even if the passenger sensing
children and infants are safer when Child restraints and booster seats
system has turned off the front vary considerably in size, and some
properly restrained in an appropriate
passenger frontal airbag, no may fit in certain seating positions
child restraint secured in a rear
seating position. system is fail-safe. No one can better than others.
guarantee that an airbag will not
Whenever possible, children aged Depending on where you place the
deploy under some unusual
12 and under should be secured in child restraint and the size of the
circumstance, even though it is child restraint, you may not be able
a rear seating position. turned off. to access adjacent seat belts or
(Continued) LATCH anchors for additional
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passengers or child restraints. vehicle. The LATCH system is When installing a child restraint with
Adjacent seating positions should designed to make installation of a a top tether, you must also use
not be used if the child restraint child restraint easier. either the lower anchors or the seat
prevents access to or interferes with In order to use the LATCH system in belts to properly secure the child
the routing of the seat belt. your vehicle, you need a child restraint. A child restraint must
Wherever a child restraint is restraint that has LATCH never be installed using only the top
installed, be sure to follow the attachments. LATCH-compatible tether and anchor.
instructions that came with the child rear-facing and forward-facing child The LATCH anchorage system can
restraint system and secure the seats can be properly installed be used until the combined weight
child restraint system properly. using either the LATCH anchors or of the child plus the child restraint is
Keep in mind that an unsecured the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the seat belt
child restraint can move around in a both the seat belts and the LATCH alone instead of the LATCH
collision or sudden stop and injure anchorage system to secure a anchorage system once the
people in the vehicle. Be sure to rear-facing or forward-facing combined weight is more than
properly secure any child restraint in child seat. 29.5 kg (65 lbs).
the vehicle — even when no child is Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat See Securing Child Restraints (With
in it. belts to secure the child and the the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 97
booster seat. If the manufacturer or Securing Child Restraints (With
Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat the Seat Belt in the Front Seat)
be secured with the LATCH system, 0 99.
Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the
(LATCH System) Child restraints built after March
booster seat can be positioned 2014 will be labeled with the
The LATCH system secures a child properly and there is no interference specific child weight up to which the
restraint during driving or in a crash. with the proper positioning of the LATCH system can be used to
LATCH attachments on the child lap-shoulder belt on the child. install the restraint.
restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions
restraint to the anchors in the The following explains how to attach
that came with the child restraint, a child restraint with these
and also the instructions in this attachments in the vehicle.
manual.
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Not all vehicle seating positions seating position that will The child restraint may have a
have lower anchors. In this case, accommodate a child restraint with single tether (3) or a dual tether (4).
the seat belt must be used (with top lower attachments (2). Either will have a single attachment
tether where available) to secure hook (2) to secure the top tether to
the child restraint. Top Tether Anchor the anchor.
See Securing Child Restraints (With Some child restraints with top tether
the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 97 are designed for use with or without
or Securing Child Restraints (With the top tether being attached.
the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) Others require the top tether always
0 99. to be attached. In Canada, the law
Lower Anchors requires that forward-facing child
restraints have a top tether, and that
the tether be attached. Be sure to
read and follow the instructions for
your child restraint.

A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure


the top of the child restraint to the
vehicle. A top tether anchor is built
into the vehicle. The top tether
attachment hook (2) on the child
restraint connects to the top tether
anchor in the vehicle in order to
Lower anchors (1) are metal bars reduce the forward movement and
built into the vehicle. There are two rotation of the child restraint during
lower anchors for each LATCH driving or in a crash.
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Lower Anchor and Top Tether To assist in locating the lower To assist in locating the top tether
Anchor Locations anchors, each seating position with anchors, the top tether anchor
lower anchors has two labels, near symbol is on the trim near the
the crease between the seatback anchor.
and the seat cushion.

I : Seating positions with top


tether anchors. The top tether anchors are behind
H : Seating positions with two The outboard lower anchors are the rear seats.
lower anchors. behind the vertical openings in the Be sure to use an anchor on the
seat trim. same side of the vehicle as the
seating position where the child
restraint will be placed.
Do not secure a child restraint in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be attached, or if
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the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top tether { Warning Warning (Continued)
must be attached.
To reduce the risk of serious or but it cannot do this if it is
According to accident statistics, fatal injuries during a crash, do wrapped around a child’s neck.
children and infants are safer when not attach more than one child If the shoulder belt is locked and
properly restrained in a child restraint to a single anchor. tightened around a child’s neck,
restraint system or infant restraint Attaching more than one child the only way to loosen the belt is
system secured in a rear seating restraint to a single anchor could to cut it.
position. See Where to Put the
cause the anchor or attachment Buckle any unused seat belts
Restraint 0 89 for additional
to come loose or even break behind the child restraint so
information.
during a crash. A child or others children cannot reach them. Pull
Securing a Child Restraint could be injured. the shoulder belt all the way out
Designed for the LATCH of the retractor to set the lock,
System and tighten the belt behind the

{ Warning { Warning child restraint after the child


restraint has been installed.
Children can be seriously injured
A child could be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is
or killed in a crash if the child wrapped around their neck. The
restraint is not properly attached shoulder belt can tighten but Caution
to the vehicle using either the cannot be loosened if it is locked.
LATCH anchors or the vehicle Do not let the LATCH
The shoulder belt locks when it is attachments rub against the
seat belt. Follow the instructions pulled all the way out of the
that came with the child restraint vehicle’s seat belts. This may
retractor. It unlocks when the damage these parts. If necessary,
and the instructions in this shoulder belt is allowed to go all
manual. move buckled seat belts to avoid
the way back into the retractor, rubbing the LATCH attachments.
(Continued) (Continued)
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1.1. Find the lower anchors 2. If the child restraint
Caution (Continued) for the desired seating manufacturer recommends that
position. the top tether be attached,
Do not fold the rear seatback attach and tighten the top
when the seat is occupied. Do not 1.2. Put the child restraint on
the seat. tether to the top tether anchor,
fold the empty rear seat with a if equipped. Refer to the child
seat belt buckled. This could For rear outboard seating restraint instructions and the
damage the seat belt or the seat. positions, if the head following steps:
Unbuckle and return the seat belt restraint interferes with
the proper installation of 2.1. Find the top tether
to its stowed position, before
the child restraint, the anchor.
folding the seat.
head restraint may be 2.2. Remove the cargo cover
removed. See “Head before installing the top
If you need to secure more than one Restraint Removal and tether. Place the cargo
child restraint in the rear seat, see Reinstallation” at the end cover in its original
Where to Put the Restraint 0 89 for of this section. location after installing
additional information. your child restraint when
When installing a
1. Attach and tighten the lower rear-facing child restraint, the head restraint is
attachments to the lower it may be necessary to removed.
anchors. If the child restraint move the front seat 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten
does not have lower forward to properly install the top tether according
attachments or the desired the child restraint per the to your child restraint
seating position does not have child restraint instructions and the
lower anchors, secure the child manufacturer instructions. following instructions:
restraint with the top tether and
the seat belts. Refer to the 1.3. Attach and tighten the
child restraint manufacturer lower attachments on the
instructions and the child restraint to the lower
instructions in this manual. anchors.
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and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether
over the seatback.

If the position you are If the position you are


using does not have a using has an adjustable
headrest or head restraint headrest or head restraint
and you are using a and you are using a
single tether, route the If the position you are single tether, raise the
tether over the seatback. using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint
headrest or head restraint and route the tether
and you are using a dual under the headrest or
tether, raise the headrest head restraint and in
or head restraint and between the headrest or
route the tether under the head restraint posts.
headrest or head restraint 3. Before placing a child in the
and around the headrest child restraint, make sure it is
or head restraint posts. securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the LATCH path and attempt
If the position you are to move it side to side and
using does not have a back and forth. There should
headrest or head restraint
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be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of 2. Press both buttons on the head To reinstall the head restraint:
movement for proper restraint posts at the same
installation. time, and pull up on the head
restraint.
Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation 3. Store the head restraint in a
secure place.
The rear outboard head restraints
can be removed if they interfere with 4. When the child restraint is
the proper installation of the child removed, reinstall the head
restraint. restraint before the seating
position is used.
To remove the head restraint:
1. Partially fold the seatback { Warning
forward. See Rear Seats 0 62
for additional information. With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly, 1. Partially fold the seatback
there is a greater chance that forward. See Rear Seats 0 62.
occupants will suffer a neck/ 2. Insert the head restraint posts
spinal injury in a crash. Do not into the holes in the top of the
drive until the head restraints for seatback. The notches on the
all occupants are installed and posts must face the driver side
adjusted properly. of the vehicle.
3. Push the head restraint down.
If necessary, press the height
adjustment release button to
further lower the head restraint.
See Head Restraints 0 57.
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Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints
Parts After a Crash (With the Seat Belt in the
Rear Seat)
{ Warning When securing a child restraint in a
A crash can damage the LATCH rear seating position, study the
system in the vehicle. A damaged instructions that came with the child
LATCH system may not properly restraint to make sure it is
compatible with this vehicle.
secure the child restraint,
resulting in serious injury or even If the child restraint has the LATCH
death in a crash. To help make system, see Lower Anchors and
sure the LATCH system is Tethers for Children (LATCH
4. Return the head restraint to the
working properly after a crash, System) 0 90 for how and where to
full upright position if folded.
see your dealer to have the install the child restraint using
Pull the head restraint up and
system inspected and any LATCH. If a child restraint is
forward until it locks into place.
necessary replacements made as secured in the vehicle using a seat
5. Try to move the head restraint belt and it uses a top tether, see
soon as possible.
in all directions to make sure Lower Anchors and Tethers for
that it is locked in place. Children (LATCH System) 0 90 for
Always adjust the head If the vehicle has the LATCH system top tether anchor locations.
restraint so that the top of the and it was being used during a
Do not secure a child restraint in a
restraint is at the same height crash, new LATCH system parts position without a top tether anchor
as the top of the occupant's may be needed. if a national or local law requires
head. See Head Restraints New parts and repairs may be that the top tether be anchored, or if
0 57. necessary even if the LATCH the instructions that come with the
system was not being used at the child restraint say that the top strap
time of the crash. must be anchored.
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If the child restraint or vehicle seat
position does not have the LATCH
system, you will be using the seat
belt to secure the child restraint.
Be sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint.
If more than one child restraint
needs to be installed in the rear
seat, be sure to read Where to Put
the Restraint 0 89.
1. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the
If the head restraint interferes buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set
with the proper installation of the lock. When the retractor
the child restraint, the head Position the release button on
the buckle, away from the child lock is set, the belt can be
restraint may be removed. See tightened but not pulled out of
“Head Restraint Removal and restraint, so that the seat belt
could be quickly unbuckled if the retractor.
Reinstallation” under Lower
Anchors and Tethers for necessary.
Children (LATCH System) 0 90.
2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
the lap and shoulder portions
of the vehicle's seat belt
through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
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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 90 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 90. Securing Child Restraints
7. Before placing a child in the (With the Seat Belt in the
child restraint, make sure it is Front Seat)
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint This vehicle has airbags. A rear
at the seat 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 89.
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 seat belt and conditions.
use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position. See Passenger Sensing System
the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top 0 77 and Passenger Airbag Status
tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. If the Indicator 0 122 for more information,
Try to pull the belt out of the head restraint was removed, including important safety
retractor to make sure the reinstall it before the seating information.
retractor is locked. If the position is used. See “Head Never put a rear-facing child seat in
retractor is not locked, repeat Restraint Removal and the front. This is because the risk to
Steps 4 and 5. the rear-facing child is so great 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 77 for additional information. if needed, to get a tight
child restraint can be seriously installation of the child
injured or killed if the front restraint.
outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top
inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and When the passenger sensing
in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH system has turned off the front
System) 0 90 for top tether anchor outboard passenger frontal
Even if the passenger sensing locations. airbag and knee airbag, the off
system has turned off the front indicator on the passenger
Do not secure a child restraint in a
outboard passenger airbag(s), no airbag status indicator should
position without a top tether anchor
system is fail-safe. No one can light and stay lit when you start
if a national or local law requires
guarantee that an airbag will not the vehicle. See Passenger
that the top tether be anchored, or if
deploy under some unusual Airbag Status Indicator 0 122.
the instructions that come with the
circumstance, even though the child restraint say that the top strap 2. Put the child restraint on
airbag(s) are off. must be anchored. the seat.
Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
in a rear seat, even if the forward-facing child restraints have the lap and shoulder portions
airbag(s) are off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be of the vehicle's seat belt
(Continued) attached.
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through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down
way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the
the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to
lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the
4. Push the latch plate into the tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt
buckle until it clicks. the retractor. back into the retractor. When
installing a forward-facing child
Position the release button on
restraint, it may be helpful to
the buckle, away from the child
restraint, so that the seat belt use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you
could be quickly unbuckled if
tighten the belt.
necessary.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.
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7. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and
attempt to move it side to side
and back and forth. When the
child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no
more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement.
If the airbags are off, the off
indicator in the passenger airbag
status indicator will come on and
stay on when the vehicle is started.
If a child restraint has been installed
and the on indicator is lit, see “If the
On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
Restraint” under Passenger Sensing
System 0 77.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
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Storage Storage Cupholders
Compartments The front cupholders are near the
shift lever.
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 103 { Warning
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . 103
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Do not store heavy or sharp
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 104 objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 could result in injury.
Cargo Management
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Instrument Panel Storage

If equipped, lower the armrest to


access the rear cupholders. The
liner is removable for cleaning.

The instrument panel storage is


near the power outlet.
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Center Console Storage Additional Storage
Features
Cargo Cover

{ Warning
An unsecured cargo cover could
strike people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash. Store the
cargo cover securely or remove it
from the vehicle. To remove the cargo cover:
1. Remove both of the cords from
There is storage in the center The cargo cover can be used to the hooks at the top of the
console. Move the armrest rearward cover items in the rear of the liftgate.
and lift the lever on the front vehicle. 2. Lift the cargo cover.
to open.
There may be a small tray and
additional storage when the small
tray is detached.
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Cargo Management
System

To install the cargo cover:


1. Align the cargo cover on the
trim panel edge on both sides
and lower downward, locking Pull up on the load floor cover to
the cargo cover into the hooks. access the cargo management
2. Reconnect both of the cords to system.
the hooks at the top of the
liftgate.
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Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 127
Instruments and Power Indicator Gauge . . . . . . . 120
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . 120 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Controls Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 121
Passenger Airbag Status Information Displays
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Power Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Charging System Light (12-Volt Programmable Charging . . . . . . 128
Controls Energy Information . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 107 Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Service Vehicle Soon Light . . . 123 Energy Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 107 Driver Information
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 108 Brake System Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Pedestrian Safety Signal . . . . . 108 Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 109 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Rear Window Wiper/ Service Electric Parking Brake Propulsion Power
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 140
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Vehicle Personalization
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 140
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 125
Indicators Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 125
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . 125
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Traction Control System (TCS)/
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Battery Gauge (High Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . 127
Voltage) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 127
Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . . 119 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 127
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Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel c : Press to decline an incoming
while driving. call or end a current call. Press to
Steering Wheel mute or unmute the infotainment
Steering Wheel Controls system when not on a call.
Adjustment
w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.
o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
cluster.
@ : Press to select a highlighted
menu option.
yFAV or FAVz : Press to display
a list of favorites and select the next
or previous favorite when listening
to the radio.

If equipped, some audio controls


To adjust the steering wheel: can be adjusted at the steering
1. Pull the lever down. wheel.
2. Move the steering wheel up g : If equipped with OnStar or a
or down. Bluetooth system, press to interact
with those systems.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel See OnStar Overview 0 344 or
closer or away from you. Bluetooth 0 172.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
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There is a paddle on the left rear remote start along with the heated
side of the steering wheel for seats when it is cold outside. The
regenerative braking. See heated steering wheel indicator light
Regenerative Braking 0 212. may not come on. See Heated Front
Seats 0 60.
Heated Steering Wheel Auto Heated Steering Wheel
If equipped with an auto heated
steering wheel, the heated steering
wheel will turn on automatically
when the vehicle is on or during a
remote vehicle start.
The volume switches are on the The heated steering wheel indicator
right rear side of the steering wheel. light may not come on during a
Press to increase or decrease the remote vehicle start. This feature
volume. can be turned on or off along with
the auto heated seats feature.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 140.

( : If equipped, press to turn on or Horn


off. An indicator light on the button Press a on the steering wheel pad
displays when the feature is to sound the horn.
turned on.
The steering wheel takes about Pedestrian Safety Signal
three minutes to start heating.
The vehicle is equipped with
If equipped with an auto heated automatic sound generation.
steering wheel, the heated steering
wheel will turn on automatically in
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The automatic sound is generated HI : Use for fast wipes. carefully loosen or thaw them.
to indicate the vehicle presence to LO : Use for slow wipes. Damaged blades should be
pedestrians. The sound changes if replaced. See Wiper Blade
the vehicle is speeding up or Replacement 0 263.
slowing down. It is activated when Heavy snow or ice can overload the
the vehicle is shifted into a forward wiper motor. If the wiper motor
gear or R (Reverse), up to 33 km/h overheats, the windshield wipers will
(20 mph). stop until the motor cools and the
wiper control is turned off. See
Windshield Wiper/Washer Electrical System Overload 0 268.
Wiper Parking
If the vehicle Is turned off while the
wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they
will immediately stop. If the
windshield wiper lever is then
INT : If equipped with intermittent moved to OFF before the driver
wipes, move the windshield wiper door is opened or within 10 minutes,
lever to INT. Turn the band up for the wipers will restart and move to
more frequent wipes or down for the base of the windshield. If the
less frequent wipes. vehicle is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. windshield washing, the wipers
The windshield wiper/washer lever 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move continue to run until they reach the
is on the side of the steering the lever down. For multiple wipes, base of the windshield.
column. With the vehicle on or in hold the lever down. f : Pull the windshield wiper
Service Mode, move the windshield Clear snow and ice from the wiper lever toward you to spray windshield
wiper lever to select the wiper blades and windshield before using washer fluid and activate the wipers.
speed. them. If frozen to the windshield,
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The wipers will continue until the Rear Window Wiper/ INT : To turn on intermittent rear
lever is released or the maximum wipes.
wash time is reached. When the
Washer
lever is released, additional wipes
may occur depending on how long
the windshield washer had been
activated. See Washer Fluid 0 258
for information on filling the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.

{ Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the 1 : Push the windshield wiper
windshield, blocking your vision. The controls are on the end of the lever forward to spray washer fluid
windshield wiper lever. on the rear window. If equipped with
Move the control to: the rear camera mirror, the washer
fluid is sprayed on the rear camera
ON : To turn on. at the same time. The lever returns
OFF : To turn off. to its starting position when
released.
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The windshield washer reservoir is The compass system has automatic
{ Warning used for the windshield and the rear calibration and zone adjustment
window. Check the fluid level in the features.
In freezing weather, do not use reservoir if either washer is not
the washer until the windshield is Avoid covering the GPS antenna for
working. long periods of time with objects
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the Rear Wiper Arm Assembly that may interfere with the antenna's
windshield, blocking your vision. Protection ability to receive a satellite signal.
The compass system is designed to
Wiper operation returns to normal
operate for a certain number of
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear when the shift lever is no longer in
miles or degrees of turn before
N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed
If the rear wiper control is off, the needing a signal from the GPS
increases. The rear wiper will also
rear wiper will automatically operate satellites. The compass system will
stop when the liftgate is open.
continuously when the vehicle is in automatically determine when a
R (Reverse), and the front When using an automatic car wash, GPS signal is restored and provide
windshield wiper is performing low move the rear wiper control to OFF a heading.
or high speed wipes. If the rear to disable the rear wiper. If the shift
wiper control is off, the vehicle is in lever is in N (Neutral) and the Clock
R (Reverse), and the front vehicle speed is very slow, the rear
wiper will automatically stop at the The infotainment system controls
windshield wiper is performing are used to access the time and
intermittent wipes, then the rear base of the rear window.
date settings through the menu.
wiper automatically performs This can also be changed by
intermittent wipes. Compass
touching the clock, then touch 8 to
This feature can be turned on or off. The vehicle has a compass display go to the Time and Date
See Vehicle Personalization 0 140. in the instrument cluster above the Settings menu.
speedometer. The compass
receives its heading and other D : Press to access the
information from the Global Home Page.
Positioning System (GPS) antenna T : Touch to access the Icon View.
and vehicle speed information.
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Y : Drag the scroll bar to navigate 3. Touch Time and Date, then Power Outlets
the list. touch Set Date.
The accessory power outlet can be
R or Q : Touch to set up 4. Touch + or − to adjust the used to plug in electrical equipment,
items. value. such as a mobile phone or MP3
0 : Touch to exit or return to the 5. Touch 0. player. The accessory power outlet
previous screen or menu. only works with the vehicle
Auto Set turned on.
Setting the Time The vehicle has an accessory
1. Press D, then touch T.
When Auto Set is enabled, the time power outlet on the lower center
cannot be manually set. 2. Touch Settings. stack below the climate control.
1. Press D, then touch T. 3. Touch Time and Date, then Open the cover to access and
touch Auto Set. replace when not in use.
2. Touch Settings.
4. Select from the available
3. Touch Time and Date, then options. Caution
touch Set Time.
5. Touch 0. Leaving electrical equipment
4. Touch + or − to adjust the
plugged in for an extended period
value. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
of time while the vehicle is off will
5. Touch R or Q to adjust 1. Press D, then touch T. drain the battery. Always unplug
AM or PM for 12 hour format. electrical equipment when not in
2. Touch Settings.
use and do not plug in equipment
6. Touch 0. 3. Touch Time and Date, then that exceeds the maximum
touch Set Time. 20 amp rating.
Setting the Date
4. Select 12 hr or 24 hr format.
1. Press D, then touch T. Certain accessory power plugs may
2. Touch Settings.
5. Touch 0.
not be compatible with the
accessory power outlet and could
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overload vehicle or adapter fuses. by the compatible mobile device. correctly indicate charging when the
If a problem is experienced, see See Radio Frequency Statement vehicle is in RAP. See Retained
your dealer. 0 340. Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203.
When adding electrical equipment, To check for mobile phone or other The operating temperature is −20 °C
be sure to follow the proper device compatibility: (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the
installation instructions included with . In the U.S., see charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to
the equipment. See Add-On www.my.chevrolet.com/learn. 35 °C (95 °F) for the mobile phone.
Electrical Equipment 0 249.
. In Canada, see
www.gmtotalconnect.ca.
{ Warning
Caution
. Or, see your dealer for details. Remove all objects from the
Hanging heavy equipment from charging pocket before charging
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
{ Warning your mobile phone. Objects, such
as coins, keys, rings, paper clips,
vehicle warranty. The power Wireless charging can affect the or cards, between the mobile
outlets are designed for operation of an implanted phone and the charger will
accessory power plugs only, such pacemaker or other medical become very hot. On the rare
as cell phone charge cords. devices. If you have one, it is occasion that the charging system
recommended to consult with does not detect an object, and the
your doctor before using the object gets wedged between the
Wireless Charging wireless charging system. mobile phone and the charger,
The vehicle may have a wireless remove the mobile phone and
charging pocket outside the armrest allow the object to cool before
The vehicle must be on, in Service
of the center console. The system removing it from the charging
Mode, or Retained Accessory
operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly pocket, to prevent burns.
Power (RAP) must be active. The
charges one Qi compatible mobile
wireless charging feature may not
device. The power output of the
system is capable of charging at a
rate up to 1 amp (5W), as requested
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If W does not appear on the Warning Lights,
infotainment display:
Gauges, and
1. Remove the mobile device
from the pocket and wait Indicators
three seconds. Warning lights and gauges can
2. Turn the mobile device signal that something is wrong
180 degrees and insert it back before it becomes serious enough
into the pocket with the screen to cause an expensive repair or
facing the driver side. replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could
prevent injury.
To charge a mobile device: Some warning lights come on briefly
when the propulsion system is
1. Remove all objects from the started to indicate they are working.
charging pocket. The system When one of the warning lights
may not charge if there are any comes on and stays on while
objects between the mobile driving, or when one of the gauges
device and charging pocket. shows there may be a problem,
2. With the mobile device screen check the section that explains what
facing the driver side, insert the to do. Waiting to do repairs can be
device into the charging pocket costly and even dangerous.
and W will appear on the
infotainment display. This
indicates that the mobile device
is properly positioned and
charging.
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Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster displays a
preview of information that includes
electric range, charging, odometer,
and battery status. This happens
upon entry when the driver door is
opened, before starting the vehicle.
This preview will dismiss after
starting the vehicle or soon after
closing the driver door.
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Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster Menu Applications
Cluster . Vehicle info. This is where the
The cluster layout can be changed. Driver Information Center (DIC)
There are three display displays can be viewed. See
configurations to choose from: Driver Information Center (DIC)
Classic, Modern, and Enhanced. 0 138.
Use the steering wheel control to . Audio
move between the different display
zones and scroll through the . Phone
different displays. See “Layout” . Onstar Navigation
under “Cluster Menu” following. . Layout
. Classic configuration displays
Use the right steering wheel control . Options
the speedometer with a
to open and scroll through the
simplified battery gauge and Audio
different items and displays.
efficiency light.
In the main view of the Audio
. Modern configuration displays Press o to access the cluster
application, press w or x to scroll
the speedometer with a battery applications. Use w or x to scroll through radio stations or move to
gauge and efficiency gauge. through the list of available the next/previous track of a USB/
. Enhanced configuration displays applications. Press V to select the Bluetooth device that is connected
the speedometer with battery application, then press p to enter to the vehicle. Press V to select the
gauge, efficiency ring, and the application menu. Exit the menu
power gauge. Audio app, then press p to enter
by pressing o. the Audio menu. In the Audio menu
Cluster Menu Not all applications will be available browse for music, select from the
There is an interactive display area on all vehicles. favorites, or change the audio
in the center of the instrument source.
cluster.
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Phone Units : Press p while Units is Speedometer
In the Phone menu, if there is no displayed to enter the Units menu. The speedometer shows the
active phone call, view recent calls, Use w or x to scroll through the vehicle's speed in either kilometers
scroll through contacts, or select items. Choose U.S., Metric, per hour (km/h) or miles per
from the favorites. If there is an or Imperial by pressing V while the hour (mph).
active call, mute or unmute the desired item is highlighted.
phone or switch to handset or Odometer
handsfree operation. Speed Warning : The speed
warning display allows the driver to The odometer shows how far the
Onstar Navigation set a speed that they do not want to vehicle has been driven, in either
This display is used for OnStar exceed. To set the speed warning, kilometers or miles.
Turn-by-Turn guidance, if equipped. press V when Speed Warning is
displayed. Press w or x to adjust Trip Odometer
Layout
the value. Press V to set the speed. The trip odometer shows how far
Choose Classic, Modern, the vehicle has been driven since
Once set, this feature can be turned
or Enhanced layout by pressing V the trip odometer was last reset.
off by pressing V while viewing this
while the desired item is highlighted. The trip odometer is accessed and
page. If the selected speed limit is
Exit the Layout menu by reset through the Driver Information
exceeded, a pop-up warning is
pressing o. displayed and a chime may sound. Center (DIC). See Driver
Information Center (DIC) 0 138.
Options Help : Press p while Help is
PressV to select the Options app. displayed to enter the Help menu.
Use w or x to scroll through the
Use w or x to scroll through the items in the Help menu.
items in the Options menu. Exit the
Open Source Software : Press V
Options menu by pressing o.
while Open Source Software is
highlighted to display open source
software information.
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Battery Gauge (High The mileage estimate and Max and Driver Efficiency Gauge
Min numbers are affected by climate
Voltage) control system usage. Estimated
range may increase or decrease
based upon changes in climate
control energy consumption.
A trend bar on the far left indicates
how recent vehicle conditions and
climate settings are affecting the
learned range prediction.
When the high voltage battery state
of charge is very low the estimated
range value in the center will
change to Low. Max and Min ranges Modern Efficiency Gauge Shown,
will no longer be displayed. Classic Similar
Enhanced Battery Gauge
Additional alerts may display and a
This displays the high voltage sound may also be heard at low This gauge is a guide to driving in
battery state of charge. The value in state of charge. an efficient manner.
the center is an estimate of how far Efficient Driving
the vehicle can be driven on the
remaining charge as estimated from . Classic layout: Keep the gauge
driving habits and conditions and leaf green
learned over several days. . Modern layout: Keep the ball
The Max and Min values above and green and in the center of the
below the display indicate the gauge
longest and shortest possible range . Enhanced layout: Keep the outer
as estimated from current vehicle ring of the speedometer green
conditions and climate settings.
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Inefficient Driving Power Indicator Gauge Regenerative Braking
. Classic layout: The gauge and When regenerative braking is active,
leaf turn yellow the regen battery icon with arrows
. Modern layout: The ball turns appears green and a horizontal bar
yellow and moves above the may display on the gauge.
center of the gauge Regenerative Power Limited
. Enhanced layout: The outer ring Regenerative power may be limited
of the speedometer turns yellow when the high voltage battery is
Aggressive Braking near full charge or cold. The regen
battery icon will appear gray when
. Classic layout: The gauge and limited.
leaf turn yellow
. Modern layout: The ball turns Seat Belt Reminders
yellow and moves below the The power indicator gauge displays
center of the gauge Driver Seat Belt Reminder
the instantaneous charge and Light
. Enhanced layout: The outer ring discharge power flowing either into
of the speedometer turns yellow or out of the high voltage battery. There is a driver seat belt reminder
Maximum discharge power is light on the instrument cluster.
available when the high voltage
battery is fully charged. During
normal operation, a slight reduction
in discharge power may occur as
the high voltage battery state of
charge decreases.

When the vehicle is started, this


light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind the driver to fasten
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their seat belt. Then the light stays the passenger remains or becomes
on solid until the belt is buckled. unbuckled while the vehicle is
This cycle may continue several moving.
times if the driver remains or If the passenger seat belt is
becomes unbuckled while the buckled, neither the chime nor the
vehicle is moving. light comes on.
If the driver seat belt is buckled, The airbag readiness light comes on
The front passenger seat belt
neither the light nor the chime for several seconds when the
reminder light and chime may turn
comes on. vehicle is started. If the light does
on if an object is put on the seat
not come on then, have it fixed
Passenger Seat Belt Reminder such as a briefcase, handbag,
immediately.
Light grocery bag, or other electronic
device. To turn off the reminder light
There is a passenger seat belt and/or chime, remove the object { Warning
reminder light near the passenger from the seat or buckle the
airbag status indicator. seat belt. If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or
comes on while driving, it means
Airbag Readiness Light the airbag system might not be
This light shows if there is an working properly. The airbags in
electrical problem with the airbag the vehicle might not inflate in a
system. The system check includes crash, or they could even inflate
the airbag sensor(s), passenger without a crash. To help avoid
sensing system, the pretensioners injury, have the vehicle serviced
When the vehicle is started, this
(if equipped), the airbag modules, right away.
light flashes and a chime may come
the wiring, and the crash sensing
on to remind passengers to fasten
and diagnostic module.
their seat belt. Then the light stays If there is a problem with the airbag
on solid until the belt is buckled. system, a Driver Information Center
This cycle continues several times if (DIC) message may also come on.
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Passenger Airbag Status several seconds, the status
Indicator indicator will light either ON or OFF, { Warning
or the on or off symbol to let you
The vehicle has a passenger know the status of the front If the airbag readiness light ever
sensing system. See Passenger outboard passenger frontal airbag comes on and stays on, it means
Sensing System 0 77 for important and knee airbag. that something may be wrong
safety information. The overhead with the airbag system. To help
If the word ON or the on symbol is avoid injury to yourself or others,
console has a passenger airbag lit on the passenger airbag status
status indicator. have the vehicle serviced right
indicator, it means that the front
away. See Airbag Readiness
outboard passenger frontal airbag
Light 0 121 for more information,
and knee airbag are allowed to
inflate. including important safety
information.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the Charging System Light
United States passenger sensing system has (12-Volt Battery)
turned off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there
are no lights at all, there may be a
Canada problem with the lights or the
passenger sensing system. See The charging system light comes on
When the vehicle is started, the your dealer for service. briefly when the vehicle is started,
passenger airbag status indicator as a check to show the light is
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol working.
for on and off, for several seconds
as a system check. Then, after
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If the light stays on, or comes on Brake System Warning
while driving, there could be a
problem with the electrical charging
Light
system. Have it checked by your The vehicle brake system consists
dealer. Driving while this light is on of two hydraulic circuits. If one
could drain the 12-volt battery. circuit is not working, the remaining
If a short distance must be driven circuit can still work to stop the Metric English
with the light on, be sure to turn off vehicle. For normal braking
performance, both circuits need to This light should come on briefly
all accessories, such as the radio.
be working. when the vehicle is started. If it
does not come on then, see your
Service Vehicle Soon If the warning light comes on, there
dealer for service.
Light is a brake problem. Have the brake
system inspected right away. If the light comes on and stays on,
there is a brake problem.
{ Warning Electric Parking Brake
The brake system might not be Light
working properly if the brake
system warning light is on.
Driving with the brake system
This light comes on if a condition
warning light on can lead to a
exists that may require the vehicle
crash. If the light is still on after
to be taken in for service.
the vehicle has been pulled off
If the light comes on, take the the road and carefully stopped, Metric English
vehicle to your dealer for service as have the vehicle towed for
soon as possible. service. This light comes on when the
parking brake is applied. If the light
flashes and stays on after the
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parking brake is released, or while soon as possible. See Electric will still work, but the antilock brakes
driving, there is a problem with the Parking Brake 0 210. A message will not work. If the regular brake
Electric Parking Brake system. may also display in the Driver system warning light is also on, the
If the light does not come on, Information Center (DIC). antilock brakes will not work and
or remains flashing, see your dealer. there is a problem with the regular
Antilock Brake System brakes.
Service Electric Parking (ABS) Warning Light
Sport Mode Light
Brake Light

The ABS warning light will come on


briefly when the vehicle is started. This light comes on when Sport
The service electric parking brake Mode is selected.
light should come on briefly when This is normal. If the light does not
starting the vehicle. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will
be ready to warn if there is a Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer. problem. Light
If this light stays on, there is a If the light stays on or comes on
problem with a system on the while driving, stop as soon as
vehicle that is causing the parking possible and turn the vehicle off.
brake system to work at a reduced Then start the vehicle again to reset
level. The vehicle can still be driven, the system. If the light still stays on,
but should be taken to a dealer as or comes on again while driving, the
vehicle needs service. See your
dealer. If the regular brake system If available, this light comes on
warning light is not on, the brakes briefly while starting the vehicle.
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If it does not come on, have the Pedestrian Ahead dealer. If the system is working
vehicle serviced. normally, the indicator light then
Indicator turns off.
This light is green if LKA is available
to assist. The traction off light comes on when
LKA may assist by gently turning the Traction Control System (TCS)
the steering wheel if the vehicle has been turned off by pressing and
approaches a detected lane marking releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak
without using the turn signal in that button.
direction. The LKA light will turn This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
amber. If equipped, this indicator will light come on when StabiliTrak is
This light is amber and flashes as a display amber when a nearby turned off.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) pedestrian is detected directly in If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not
alert, to indicate that the lane front of the vehicle. limited. Adjust driving accordingly.
marking has been crossed. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System 0 225. StabiliTrak OFF Light
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
Traction Off Light

This light comes on briefly while


If equipped, this indicator will starting the vehicle. If it does not,
display green when a vehicle is This light comes on briefly while have the vehicle serviced by your
detected ahead and amber when starting the vehicle. If it does not, dealer.
you are following a vehicle ahead have the vehicle serviced by your
much too closely.
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This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the When the Light is On Steady
StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak This indicates that one or more of
If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled. A DIC the tires are significantly
Control System (TCS) is also off. message may display. Check the underinflated.
If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the DIC messages to determine which
feature(s) is no longer functioning A message in the Driver Information
system does not assist in controlling Center (DIC) may also display. Stop
the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and and whether the vehicle requires
service. as soon as possible, and inflate the
the StabiliTrak systems, and the tires to the pressure value shown on
warning light turns off. If the indicator/warning light is on the Tire and Loading Information
See Traction Control/Electronic and flashing, the TCS and/or the label.
Stability Control 0 214. StabiliTrak system is actively
working. When the Light Flashes First and
Then Is On Steady
Traction Control System Tire Pressure Light This indicates that there may be a
(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light problem with the TPMS. The light
flashes for about one minute and
stays on steady until the vehicle is
off. This sequence repeats each
time the vehicle is started.

Security Light
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure
This light comes on briefly when the Monitor System (TPMS), this light
vehicle is started. comes on briefly when the vehicle is
If the light does not come on, have started. It provides information
the vehicle serviced by your dealer. about tire pressures and the TPMS.
If the system is working normally,
the indicator light turns off.
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The security light should come on High-Beam On Light Lamps On Reminder
briefly as the vehicle is started. If it
does not come on, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally, the
indicator light turns off.
If the light stays on and the vehicle
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent This light comes on when the This light comes on when the
system. high-beam headlamps are in use. exterior lamps are in use.

Vehicle Ready Light IntelliBeam® Light Cruise Control Light

The vehicle ready light comes on This light comes on when the
The cruise control light is white
whenever the vehicle is ready to be IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is
enabled. when the cruise control is on and
driven. ready, and turns green when the
cruise control is set and active.
The light turns off when the cruise
control is turned off. See Cruise
Control 0 216.
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Door Ajar Light Information Displays Programmable Charging
Important Information about
Power Flows Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
To view the Power Flow screens on . Charging an electric vehicle can
the infotainment display, touch stress a building’s electrical
Energy and then touch Flow. system more than a typical
household appliance.
This light comes on when a door is . Before you plug in to any
open or not securely latched. electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
continuous load.
The Power Flow screens indicate . Electrical outlets may wear out
the current operating condition. The with normal usage or may be
screens show energy flow to and damaged over time, making
from the high voltage battery while them unsuitable for electric
the vehicle is being driven. These vehicle charging.
components will be highlighted . Check the electrical outlet/plug
when they are active. while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.
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. When outdoors, plug into an Charge Mode Selection
electrical outlet that is Danger (Continued)
weatherproof while in use.
. Do not use an electrical
. Mount the charge cord to reduce outlet that is not properly
strain on the electrical grounded.
outlet/plug.
. Do not use an electrical
. Do not place the charge cord in outlet that is on a circuit with
a position where it is expected to other electrical loads.
be submerged in water.
See Charge Cord 0 241.
{ Danger Immediate : The vehicle starts
Programmable Charging
Improper use of portable electric Modes charging as soon as it is connected
vehicle charge cords may cause to an electrical outlet. This may be
a fire, electrical shock, or burns, To view the current charge mode the only mode available at public
and may result in damage to status, touch Energy on the DC charge stations. See Plug-In
infotainment display, and then touch Charging 0 232.
property, serious injury, or death.
Charging.
. Do not use extension cords,
The charge Start and charge
multi-outlet power strips,
Complete time estimations are also
splitters, grounding
displayed. These estimations are
adaptors, surge protectors,
most accurate when the vehicle is
or similar devices.
plugged in and in moderate
. Do not use an electrical temperature conditions.
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or will not hold
the plug firmly in place.
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Departure : The vehicle will 3. The current programmed . 12 amps
schedule charging to complete by departure time is displayed on . 8 amps
the programmed departure time. the tab with the day of the
The vehicle estimates the charging week. Select the tab for the Exact current levels may vary from
schedule based on programmed day of the week to be edited. the values shown in this manual.
departure times, charge rate limits, Check the vehicle for the available
4. Touch + or − to change the levels.
electric rate preference and hours and minutes.
schedule, and priority charging The charge limit can be changed
settings. If there is not sufficient 5. Touch y or z to change AM and saved using Location Based
time after the charge cord is or PM. Charging settings. The default value
plugged in, the vehicle will not be is the lower current limit. The charge
fully charged by the departure time. 6. Touch 0 to exit the screen. current limit will reset to the lower
Departure Time Entry Charge Current Limit Selection value when the vehicle is shifted
from P (Park) unless the Location
The Departure charge mode allows The charge current limit setting Based Charging feature is active
for the departure time to be entered allows the vehicle’s charge current and set to retain this preference.
to match your personal schedule. to be selected so it matches the See “Location Based Charging” later
capability of the charging location. in this section.
1. With Departure charge mode If the vehicle consistently stops
selected, touch Edit.
charging after being plugged in, or if
a circuit breaker continues to trip, { Warning
reducing to a lower charge current
Using a charge level that exceeds
limit setting may resolve the issue.
the electrical circuit or electrical
The charge current limit setting outlet capacity may start a fire or
should be configured to match the damage the electrical circuit. Use
electrical current rating for the the lowest charge level until a
electrical outlet that the charge cord qualified electrician inspects the
is connected to. On the Charge electrical circuit capacity. Use the
Mode tab, change the Charge Limit
selection between: (Continued)
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the departure time, and the battery
Warning (Continued) is completely discharged, the
vehicle will not be fully charged by
lowest charge level if the the departure time regardless of the
electrical circuit or electrical outlet rate selection.
capacity is not known.
Also, if the selected electric rate
settings result in a very long charge
Electric Rate Preference completion time, the vehicle will
The vehicle estimates the charging start charging immediately upon
Touch one of the following options
start time based on the utility rate plug-in. For example, if the electric
to select the Electric Rate
schedule, utility rate preference, and rate table is set up with all Peak
Preference:
programmed departure time for the rates and the rate preference is to
current day of the week. The vehicle . Off: Delay charging based on charge during Off-Peak rates only,
will charge during the least departure. then the vehicle will start charging
expensive rate periods to achieve a . Off-Peak Only: Charge during immediately upon plug-in.
full battery charge by the departure Off-Peak Rates. Electric Rate Schedule
time. Electrical rate information from
. Cost Optimized Off- and From the Charge Mode tab on the
the utility company for the charging
location is required for this mode. Mid-Peak: Charge during Charging screen, with Departure
If the selected charge mode is Mid-Peak and Off-Peak Rates. charge mode and an Electric Rate
Departure, then electric rate . Cost Optimized All Rates: Preference selected, touch Edit next
preference selection will display. Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak, to Electric Rate Preference.
and Off-Peak Rates.
Electric Rate Preference Selection
Charging begins at the start time
From the Charge Mode tab on the and is complete by the departure
Charging screen with Departure time only if sufficient time is allowed
charge mode selected, touch More after the charge cord is plugged in.
to select the Electric Rate For example, if the vehicle is
Preference. plugged in for only one hour prior to
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Contact the utility company to obtain
the rate schedule for your area. The
summer and winter start dates must
be established to use a summer/
winter schedule.

Select one of the following for the 1. Touch + or − to change the


Charge Completion option: month and day for the start of
Summer.
. Earliest Possible
2. Select the Winter tab.
. Latest Possible
3. Touch + or − to change the
Edit Electric Rate Schedule month and day for the start of
Touch Edit Electric Rate Schedule
Electric rates, or cost per unit, may Winter.
from the Electric Rate Schedule
vary based on time, weekday/ screen and select the desired 4. Touch 0 to exit the screen.
weekend, and season. During the schedule.
day when the demand for electricity Electric Rate Schedule Editing
. Yearly
is high, the rates are usually higher Electric rate information from the
and called Peak rates. At night . Summer/Winter utility company for the charging
when the demand for electricity is location is required.
low, the rates are usually lower and Summer/Winter Schedule Start
called Off-Peak rates. In some Date Editing 1. Touch Edit Electric Rate
areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered. With Summer/Winter as the Schedule from the Electric
preferred rate schedule, touch Edit Rate Schedule screen and
on the Summer tab next to the select the desired schedule.
dates.
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can be five rate changes for Priority Charging
each day; not all must The priority charging feature will
be used. work when the Departure charge
Select Weekday or mode is selected. This feature is
Weekend. designed to ensure that the high
3. Touch Set next to the row to be voltage battery has a minimal
edited. amount of energy prior to delaying a
charge. Upon completion of priority
charging, the vehicle will return to
Yearly Shown, Summer/Winter
normal Programmable Charging
Similar operation.
2. Touch Edit in the lower right The feature can be enabled/
corner of the screen to edit the disabled by selecting On/Off from
electric rate schedule. the Charge Mode tab on the
. Weekdays are Monday Charging screen when the
through Friday and use the Departure charge mode is selected.
same rate schedule. Yearly Shown, Summer/Winter When enabled, Priority Charging will
. Weekends are Saturday Similar only prevent Programmable
Charging while the high voltage
and Sunday and use the 4. Select Peak, Mid-Peak, battery is recharged from a depleted
same rate schedule. or Off-Peak. Use + or − to state to a 40% state of charge.
Both weekday and enter the time, and y or z to
weekend schedules must change AM or PM.
Temporary Charge Mode
be set. The rate schedule Override and Cancel
only applies for a 24-hour The finish times must be
consecutive. If a finish time Programmed delayed charge modes
period, starting at 12 AM can be temporarily overridden to an
and ending at 12 AM. There does not follow a start time, an
error message displays. Immediate charge mode for one
charge cycle. Also, the next planned
5. Touch OK. departure time can be temporarily
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overridden for one charge cycle. In . Temporary Departure: Set Charge Mode will be set to
addition to the in-vehicle overrides the temporary Immediate. When Location Based
through the programmable charging departure time. Charging is on and the vehicle is
screens, there are other ways to . Off: Cancel the Temporary away from the saved home location,
temporarily override a delayed Override. then the selection for the charge
charge mode. See Plug-In Charging mode will be disabled and the
0 232. selection will be grayed out.
Temporary Override of a Delayed After 90 days, a notification will
Charge Mode display and the Charge Limit
Preference will need to be reset for
The Temporary Override provides
the next 90 days. See Important
the ability to set temporary charge
“Information about Portable Electric
items for the next charge cycle.
Vehicle Charging” earlier in this
1. Touch the Temporary Override section.
tab on the Charging screen.
When the GPS location is not
To override or cancel an active DC
available, dashes will be displayed
charging cycle, touch Stop on the
and Location Based Charging will
charging screen.
be disabled until the GPS is
Location Based Charging restored.
With Location Based Charging Using Location Based Charging
enabled, the Charge Mode and To use location based charging, a
Charge Limit Preference are saved home location must first be stored.
and set back to the customer’s To store a home location:
preference every time the vehicle is
2. Select: returned to the saved home 1. From the Energy Home screen,
. Immediate: Charge location. When the vehicle is not at touch Energy Settings.
immediately at plug in. the saved home location, then the 2. Touch Location Based
vehicle will default to the lower limit Charging.
of Charge Limit Preference and the
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3. Touch Set Home Location [. Charging Interrupted or See Utility Interruption of Charging
Overridden Pop-Up 0 247.
4. Touch OK.
Programmable Charging
5. Touch On to enable Location
Based Charging. Disabled
To change the stored home location: When the Programmable Charging
system is disabled, the Unable to
1. Touch Update Home Charge screen will display.
Location [ on the Location
Based Charging screen. Energy Information
2. Touch Update, then OK to set To view Energy Detail, Energy
the new home location. Usage Score, and Efficiency History,
The Charging Interrupted or touch Energy on the infotainment
. Touch Cancel to make no Overridden pop-up will appear if any
changes. display, and then touch Information.
of the following conditions occur:
. Touch Remove to clear the Touch h or k to go to the next
. The charging options have been screen.
location and turn Location updated through the mobile app.
Based Charging off. See KeyPass 0 45. Energy Detail
. The charge process was
interrupted by the utility
company.
. There was an unintended loss of
AC power during the plug-in
charge event. For example,
there was a power outage or the
charge cord was unplugged from
the wall.
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This screen displays how energy is . Terrain includes road conditions, Efficiency History
being used since the last time the such as hills, rain, and snow and
high voltage battery was fully may be affected by wind and tire
charged. It includes Driving and pressure.
Accessories, Climate Settings, and . Climate Settings includes how
Battery Conditioning. The circle the heat and air conditioning
graph displays these percentages. are used.
Energy Used and Distance Traveled
are also displayed on the screen. . Outside Temperature includes
the effect that hot or cold air has
Energy Usage Score on vehicle aerodynamics.
. Score is the sum of the With Efficiency History, a bar graph
individual scores. shows the average amount of
energy that has been used over the
The individual scores provide an last 50 km or 50 mi. The Present
understanding of how energy usage bar provides the average energy
is different from day to day, even efficiency for the current 5 km
when traveling the same route. or 5 mi.
All values are reset after a complete Touch Reset to clear the
charge and may not be stable until history data.
This screen provides an estimate of approximately 16 km (10 mi) have
the factors that influence energy been driven.
usage since the last full charge of
the high voltage battery. A positive
Score is desired to reach the
vehicle’s optimal energy usage
rating.
. Technique includes accelerating
and braking.
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Energy Settings . Hill Top Reserve : Select Off, . Radio Power Down : This
On, On - Home Only, or On - allows for automatic
Away Only. See “Hill Top conservation of high voltage
Reserve” in Regenerative battery power based on level of
Braking 0 212. battery charge.
. Energy Summary Pop-up : Set Select Off, 2%, 4%, 6%, 8%,
the energy summary pop-up or 10%. When the selected high
feature to On or Off. voltage battery power level is
. Charge Status Feedback : Set reached, a message will show
the charge status feedback on the infotainment display
feature to Horn Chirps or Off. asking if the radio should enter
To view and change the Energy Low Power Mode. Touch Yes
Settings, touch Energy and then . Charge Cord Theft Alert : This or No.
touch Energy Settings. Use the feature allows the theft alert to
sound when there is an attempt Low Power Mode
arrows to scroll through the list.
to remove the portable charge To enter Low Power Mode manually:
The following list of menu items may cord and the system is armed.
be available: Set the charge cord theft alert 1. Press and hold O. A message
. Location Based Charging: This feature to On or Off. will show on the infotainment
feature allows the charging display asking if the radio
. Charge Power Loss Alert : should enter Low Power Mode.
settings to be remembered at This feature allows an alert to
the saved GPS coordinates for sound when the vehicle is 2. Touch Yes. The screen will turn
the home location. See “Location charging and loses power at the off, and the audio will pause.
Based Charging” in electrical outlet. Set the charge
Programmable Charging 0 128. 3. Press O again to turn the
power loss alert feature to On
radio on.
or Off.
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Driver Information V : Press to open a menu or select DIC Info Pages
Center (DIC) a menu item. Press and hold to The following is the list of all
reset values on certain screens. possible DIC info page displays.
The DIC is displayed in the
DIC Info Page Options Some may not be available for your
instrument cluster. It shows the
particular vehicle. Some items may
status of many vehicle systems. The The info pages on the DIC can be not be turned on by default but can
controls for the DIC are on the right turned on or off through the be turned on through the Options
steering wheel control. See Options menu. app. See “DIC Info Page Options”
Instrument Cluster 0 115.
1. Press o to access the cluster earlier in this section.
applications. Trip and Average Electrical
Energy Economy : The Trip display
2. Press w or x to scroll to the shows the current distance traveled,
Options application. in either kilometers (km) or
miles (mi), since the trip odometer
3. Press V to enter the
was last reset. The trip odometer
Options menu. can be reset by pressing and
4. Scroll to Info Pages and holding V while this display is
press p. active.
5. Press w or x to move The Average Electrical Energy
through the list of possible Economy display shows the
information displays. approximate average kWh per
100 kilometers (kWh/100 km) or
w or x : Press to move up or 6. Press V while an item is miles per kWh. This number is
down in a list. highlighted to select or calculated based on the number of
o or p : Press to move between deselect that item. When an kWh/100 km recorded since the last
the interactive display zones in the item is selected, a checkmark time this menu item was reset. This
cluster. will appear next to it. number reflects only the
approximate average electrical
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energy economy that the vehicle Timer : This display can be used as Vehicle Messages
has right now, and will change as a timer. To start the timer, press V
driving conditions change. The while this display is active. The Messages displayed on the DIC
Average Electrical Energy Economy display will show the amount of time indicate the status of the vehicle or
can be reset along with the trip that has passed since the timer was some action that may be needed to
odometer by pressing and holding correct a condition. Multiple
last reset. To stop the timer, press V
V while this display is active. briefly while this display is active
messages may appear one after
another.
Tire Pressure : Shows the and the timer is running. To reset
approximate pressures of all four The messages that do not require
the timer to zero, press and hold V
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in immediate action can be
while this display is active.
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds acknowledged and cleared by
per square inch (psi). If the pressure Follow Distance Indicator : The pressing V. The messages that
is low, the value for that tire is current follow time to the vehicle require immediate action cannot be
shown in amber. ahead is displayed as a time value cleared until that action is
on this page. performed.
Average Speed : Shows the
average speed of the vehicle in Blank Page : The Blank Page All messages should be taken
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles display allows for no information to seriously; clearing the message
per hour (mph). This average is be displayed in the cluster info does not correct the problem.
calculated based on the various display areas.
vehicle speeds recorded since the If a SERVICE message appears,
last reset of this value. The average see your dealer.
speed can be reset by pressing and Follow the instructions given in the
holding V while this display is messages. The system displays
active. messages regarding the following
topics:
. Service Messages
. Fluid Levels
. Vehicle Security
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. Brakes destination. The performance may
be reduced the next time the vehicle
Vehicle
. Ride Control Systems
is driven. The vehicle may be driven Personalization
. Driver Assistance Systems while this message is on, but
Use the audio system controls to
. Cruise Control maximum acceleration and speed
access the personalization menus
may be reduced. Anytime this
. Lighting and Bulb Replacement for customizing vehicle features.
message stays on, or displays
. Wiper/Washer Systems repeatedly, the vehicle should be The following are all possible
taken to your dealer for service as personalization features. Depending
. Doors and Windows on the vehicle, some may not be
soon as possible.
. Seat Belts available.
. Airbag Systems Vehicle Speed Messages { : Press to access the
. Home Page.
Engine and Transmission SPEED LIMITED TO
. Tire Pressure XXX KM/H (MPH) T : Touch to access the Icon view.
. Battery This message shows that the Y : Drag the scroll bar to navigate
vehicle speed has been limited to the list.
Propulsion Power the speed displayed. The limited 0 : Touch to exit or return to the
speed is a protection for various previous screen or menu.
Messages propulsion and vehicle systems,
such as lubrication, thermal, To access the menu:
PROPULSION POWER IS
suspension, Teen Driver if 1. Touch T.
REDUCED equipped, or tires.
This message displays when the 2. Touch Settings.
vehicle's propulsion power is 3. Touch the menu item to
reduced. Reduced propulsion power select it.
can affect the vehicle's ability to
accelerate. If this message is on, Each of the menus is detailed in the
but there is no observed reduction following information.
in performance, proceed to your
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Personalization Menu . Text Scroll Radio Settings
The following list of menu items may . Software Information To manage the radio features, see
be available: Each menu is detailed in the “Radio Settings” under Settings
. Time and Date following information. 0 177.
. Rear Seat Reminder Time and Date Vehicle
. Language (Language) Manually set the time and date. See Select and the following may
Clock 0 111. display:
. Teen Driver
. Climate and Air Quality
. Radio Settings Rear Seat Reminder
. Comfort and Convenience
. Vehicle This message displays under
certain conditions indicating there . Collision / Detection Systems
. Devices
may be an item or passenger in the . Lighting
. Device Remote Access rear seat. Check before exiting the
vehicle. . Power Door Locks
. Bluetooth Phone
This feature allows for a chime and . Remote Lock / Unlock / Start
. Apple CarPlay
a message when the rear door has Climate and Air Quality
. Android Auto been opened before or during
. operation of the vehicle. Select and the following may
KeyPass
display:
. USB Auto Launch Select Off or On.
. Auto Fan Speed
. Wi-Fi Language (Language) . Auto Heated Seats
. Display Settings Select Language, then select from . Auto Defog
. Rear Camera the available language(s).
Auto Fan Speed
. Return to Factory Settings Teen Driver
This feature will set the maximum
. Audible Touch Feedback See Teen Driver 0 178. auto fan speed.
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Select Low, Medium, or High. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Front Pedestrian Detection
Auto Heated Seats This allows the feature to be turned This allows the feature’s notification
on or off. See Rear Window Wiper/ to be customized.
When set to On and it is cold Washer 0 110.
outside, both the heated seats and Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake.
the heated steering wheel will Select Off or On.
Park Assist
automatically turn on when the Collision / Detection Systems
vehicle is started. See Automatic This allows the feature to be turned
Climate Control System 0 183. Select and the following may on or off.
display: Select Off or On.
Select Off or On.
. Forward Collision System
Auto Defog Rear Cross Traffic Alert
. Front Pedestrian Detection
When set to On, the front defog will This allows the Rear Cross Traffic
automatically come on when the . Park Assist Alert feature to be turned on or off.
vehicle is started. See Automatic . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Select Off or On. See Assistance
Climate Control System 0 183. Systems for Parking or Backing
. Lane Change Alert
Select Off or On. 0 219.
Forward Collision System
Comfort and Convenience Lane Change Alert
This feature will turn on or off the
Select and the following may Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and This allows the Lane Change Alert
display: Forward Automatic Braking (FAB). feature to be turned on or off.
. Chime Volume The Off setting disables all FCA and Select Off or On. See Lane Change
FAB functions. With the Alert and Alert (LCA) 0 227.
. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Brake setting, both FCA and FAB
are available. The Alert setting Lighting
Chime Volume
disables FAB. See Forward Select and the following may
This allows the selection of the Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 224. display:
chime volume level.
Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. . Vehicle Locator Lights
Select + or − to adjust the volume.
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. Exit Lighting Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
Vehicle Locator Lights When on, this feature will keep the . Passive Door Unlock
driver door from locking when the . Passive Door Lock
This feature will flash the exterior door is open. If Off is selected, the
lamps and allows some of the Delayed Door Lock menu will be . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
exterior lamps and most of the available.
interior lamps to turn on briefly when Remote Unlock Light Feedback
K on the Remote Keyless Entry Select Off or On. When on, the exterior lamps will
(RKE) transmitter is pressed to Auto Door Unlock flash when unlocking the vehicle
locate the vehicle. with the RKE transmitter.
This allows selection of which of the
Select Off or On. doors will automatically unlock when Select Off or Flash Lights.
Exit Lighting the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Remote Lock Feedback
This allows the selection of how Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. This allows selection of what type of
long the exterior lamps stay on Delayed Door Lock feedback is given when locking the
when leaving the vehicle when it is vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
dark outside. When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors. To override the Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 delay, press the power door lock Only, or Horn Only.
Seconds, or 120 Seconds. switch on the door. Remote Door Unlock
Power Door Locks Select Off or On. This allows selection of which doors
Select and the following may Remote Lock / Unlock / Start will unlock when pressing K on the
display:
Select and the following may RKE transmitter.
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
display: Select All Doors or Driver Door.
. Auto Door Unlock . Remote Unlock Light Feedback
. Delayed Door Lock . Remote Lock Feedback
. Remote Door Unlock
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Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Left in Vehicle Alert . Resync Device Contacts
If equipped and turned on, this This feature sounds an alert when My Number
feature will turn the heated seats on the RKE transmitter is left in the
when using remote start on vehicle. This menu also enables This displays the phone number of
cold days. Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert. the connected Bluetooth device.

If equipped with an Auto Heated Select Off or On. Privacy


Steering Wheel, this feature will turn This allows call alerts to appear on
on when the remote start auto Devices the infotainment display.
heated seats turn on. This shows status of the connected Select Off or On.
Select Off or On. device.
Touch Add Device if a device needs Sort Contacts
Passive Door Unlock
to be added. Touch to sort by first or last name.
This allows the selection of what
doors will unlock when using the Device Remote Access Resync Device Contacts
button on the outside driver door This will allow devices to control This resyncs the contacts on the
handle to unlock the vehicle. system functionality and phone.
Select All Doors or Driver access data.
Apple CarPlay
Door Only. Select Off or On.
This feature allows Apple devices to
Passive Door Lock Bluetooth Phone be connected to the infotainment
This allows passive locking to be system through a USB port.
This allows the connected Bluetooth
turned on or off and selects phone to be configured. See Select Off or On.
feedback. “Bluetooth Phone” in Settings 0 177.
Android Auto
Select Off, On with Horn . My Number
Chirp, or On. This feature allows Android devices
. Privacy to be connected to the infotainment
. Sort Contacts system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
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KeyPass Wi-Fi Choose one of these options to
change the display settings.
Select and the following may Select and the following may
display: display: Rear Camera
. KeyPass . Wi-Fi Select and the following may
. Manage KeyPass Devices . Manage Wi-Fi Networks display:
. Symbols
KeyPass Wi-Fi
. Guidelines
This feature allows smartphones to This feature allows for a connection
be connected to the vehicle. See to available protected Wi-Fi Symbols
KeyPass 0 45 networks in range of the vehicle to
be turned off or on. Select to turn Off or On.
Select to turn Off or On.
Select Off or On. Guidelines
Manage KeyPass Devices
Manage Wi-Fi Networks Select to turn Off or On.
Select to manage smartphones.
Smartphones must be on for this Select to manage a list of available Return to Factory Settings
feature to be accessed. protected networks. Wi-Fi must be Select and the following may
set to On for this feature to be display:
USB Auto Launch accessed.
. Reset Vehicle Settings
This allows Android and Apple
CarPlay devices to automatically Display Settings . Clear All Private Data
connect when plugged into the Select and the following choices will . Restore Radio Settings
USB port. display:
Select Off or On. . Blue Sky Reset Vehicle Settings
. Sunset Orange This allows vehicle settings to be
reset.
. Black Eclipse
Select Continue or Cancel.
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Clear All Private Data Software Update
This allows all private information This allows the ability to search for
from the vehicle to be cleared. available vehicle software updates
Select Continue or Cancel. when Internet connectivity is
available through the vehicle’s built
Restore Radio Settings in OnStar connection, if equipped,
This allows radio settings or a secure Wi-Fi hotspot, such as a
preferences to be restored to the mobile hotspot, home or public
default. network. Applicable data rates may
apply.
Select Continue or Cancel.
Update Preference
Audible Touch Feedback
Select to download new vehicle
Select to turn Off or On. software updates in the background.
Select Off or On. Software
Text Scroll downloads require Internet
Select to turn Off or On. connectivity through the vehicle’s
built-in OnStar connection,
Software Information if equipped, or a secure Wi-Fi
Select and the following may hotspot, such as a mobile hotspot,
display: home or public network. Applicable
data rates may apply.
. Open Source
. Software Update
. Update Preference
Open Source
Select to view the infotainment
system current software information.
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Lighting Exterior Lighting Battery
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 147
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
The exterior lamp control is on the
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 150
instrument panel to the left of the
Turn and Lane-Change
steering column.
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
P : Turns the exterior lamps on
Interior Lighting and off.
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 and off automatically depending on
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 outside lighting.
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 ; : Turns on the parking lamps
Lighting Features including all lamps, except the
headlamps. The instrument panel
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 lights also turn on.
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 153
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5 : Turns on the headlamps Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield
together with the parking lamps and IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best
instrument panel lights. system performance.

IntelliBeam® System The high-beam headlamps remain


on, under the automatic control,
If equipped, this system turns the until one of the following situations
vehicle's high-beam headlamps on occurs:
and off according to surrounding . The system detects an
traffic conditions.
approaching vehicle’s
The system turns the high-beam headlamps.
headlamps on when it is dark . The system detects a preceding
enough and there is no other traffic
To enable the IntelliBeam system, vehicle’s taillamps.
present.
press b on the turn signal lever . The outside light is bright
when the exterior lamp control is in enough that high-beam
the AUTO or 5 position. headlamps are not required.
The blue high-beam on light . The vehicle's speed drops below
appears on the instrument cluster 20 km/h (12 mph).
when the high beams are on. . The IntelliBeam system is
disabled by the button on the
This light comes on in the Driving with IntelliBeam turn signal lever. If this happens,
instrument cluster when the The system only activates the high
IntelliBeam system is enabled. press b on the turn signal
beams when driving over 40 km/h lever when the exterior lamp
(25 mph).
control is in the AUTO or 5
There is a sensor near the top position.
center of the windshield that
automatically controls the system.
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The instrument cluster light will . The vehicle is loaded such that
come on to indicate the the front end points upward,
IntelliBeam system is causing the light sensor to aim
reactivated. high and not detect headlamps
The high beams may not turn off and taillamps.
automatically if the system cannot . Driving on winding or hilly roads.
detect another vehicle's lamps This indicator light turns on in the
The IntelliBeam system may need to
because of any of the following: instrument cluster when the
be disabled if any of the above
. The other vehicle’s lamps are high-beam headlamps are on.
conditions exist.
missing, damaged, obstructed
from view, or otherwise Exterior Lamps Off Flash-to-Pass
undetected. To flash the high beams, pull the
Reminder
. The other vehicle‘s lamps are turn signal lever toward you, and
A warning chime sounds if the driver release.
covered with dirt, snow, and/or
door is opened while the vehicle is
road spray.
off and the exterior lamps are on. Daytime Running
. The other vehicle’s lamps cannot
be detected due to dense Headlamp High/ Lamps (DRL)
exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road DRL can make it easier for others to
spray, mist, or other airborne Low-Beam Changer
see the front of your vehicle during
obstructions. Push the turn signal lever away the day. Fully functional DRL are
. The vehicle's windshield is dirty, from you and release, to turn the required on all vehicles first sold in
cracked, or obstructed by high beams on. To return to low Canada.
something that blocks the view beams, push the lever again or pull
it toward you and release. The DRL system comes on in
of the light sensor. daylight when the following
conditions are met:
. The power button is on.
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. The exterior lamp control is Lights On with Wipers
in AUTO.
If the windshield wipers are
. The light sensor determines it is activated in daylight with the vehicle
daytime. on, and the exterior lamp control is
. The vehicle is not in P (Park). in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
lamps, and other exterior lamps
When the DRL are on, the taillamps, come on. The transition time for the
sidemarker lamps, instrument panel lamps coming on varies based on
lights, and other lamps will not wiper speed. When the wipers are
be on. not operating, these lamps turn off.
The DRL turn off when the Move the exterior lamp control to P
headlamps are turned to P or the or ; to disable this feature.
vehicle is off. There is a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Do not cover the
For vehicles first sold in Canada, sensor, otherwise the headlamps Hazard Warning Flashers
the DRL can only be turned off will come on when they are not
when the vehicle is parked. needed.
The system may also turn on the
Automatic Headlamp headlamps when driving through a
System parking garage or tunnel.
The headlamps come on When it is bright enough outside,
automatically when the exterior the headlamps will turn off or may
lamp control is set to AUTO and it is change to Daytime Running
dark enough outside. Lamps (DRL).
The automatic headlamp system
turns off when the exterior lamp
control is turned to P or the vehicle
is off.
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The hazard warning flasher button Raise or lower the lever until the Interior Lighting
is on the center stack. arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
| : Press to make the front and change. Hold it there until the lane
change is completed. Instrument Panel
rear turn signal lamps flash on and
off. This warns others that you are If the lever is briefly pressed and
Illumination Control
having trouble. Press the button released, the turn signal flashes
again to turn the flashers off. three times.
When the hazard warning flashers The turn and lane-change signal
are on, the turn signals will can be turned off manually by
not work. moving the lever back to its original
position.
Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane
Signals change, the arrow flashes rapidly or
does not come on, a signal bulb
may be burned out. The brightness of the instrument
cluster display, infotainment display
Replace any burned out bulbs. If a
and controls, steering wheel
bulb is not burned out, check the
controls, and all other illuminated
fuse. See Underhood Compartment
controls, as well as feature status
Fuse Block 0 270.
indicators can be adjusted.
The knob for this feature is on the
instrument panel beside the steering
column.
Move the lever all the way up or
down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
flashes in the direction of the turn or
lane change.
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Courtesy Lamps + ON : Press to turn on the dome
lamps.
The courtesy lamps come on when
any door is opened and the dome
lamp is in the 1 position.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading
Dome Lamps lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the


headliner.
* OFF : Press to turn the lamp off.
+ ON : Press to turn the lamp on.

The dome lamp controls are in the The front reading lamps are in the
headliner above the front seats. overhead console.

R OFF : Press to turn the lamps Press the lamp lenses to turn the
off, even when a door is open. reading lamps on or off.

1 : When the button is returned to


the middle position, the lamps turn
on automatically when a door is
opened.
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Lighting Features Battery Power Protection
The battery saver feature is
Entry Lighting designed to protect the vehicle's
Some exterior lamps and the interior 12-volt battery.
lamps turn on briefly at night when If some interior lamps and/or the
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) headlamps are left on and the
transmitter K is pressed. See vehicle is turned off, the battery
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) rundown protection system
System Operation 0 33. The lights automatically turns the lamp off after
turn off immediately when the some time.
vehicle is started or automatically
after a brief period. Exterior Lighting Battery
This feature can be turned on or off. Saver
See “Vehicle Locator Lights” under The exterior lamps turn off about
Vehicle Personalization 0 140. 10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off, if the parking lamps or
Exit Lighting headlamps have been manually left
Some exterior lamps come on at on. This protects against draining
night when the vehicle is turned off the battery. To restart the 10-minute
and the driver door is opened. timer, turn the exterior lamp control
Some interior lamps also come on to the off position and then back to
when the vehicle is turned off. The the parking lamp or headlamp
exterior lamps and interior lamps position.
remain on after the door is closed To keep the lamps on for more than
for a brief period and then turn off. 10 minutes, the ignition must be on
This feature can be turned on or off. or in ACC/ACCESSORY.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
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Infotainment Settings
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Introduction
System Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Read the following pages to
become familiar with the features.
Trademarks and License
Introduction Agreements { Warning
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Trademarks and License
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 155 Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Taking your eyes off the road for
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 too long or too often while using
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 any infotainment feature can
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
Radio give extended attention to
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 infotainment tasks while driving.
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Limit your glances at the vehicle
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 162
displays and focus your attention
Audio Players on driving. Use voice commands
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 whenever possible.
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
The infotainment system has built-in
OnStar System features intended to help avoid
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 distraction by disabling some
functions when driving. These
Phone functions may gray out when they
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 are unavailable. Many infotainment
Apple CarPlay and features are also available through
Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 the instrument cluster and steering
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . 175 wheel controls.
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Before driving: The infotainment system only works 3. O:
. Become familiar with the in the vehicle in which it was first
installed, and cannot be used in . Press and hold to enter the
operation of the center stack Clean Screen Mode. The
controls and the infotainment another vehicle.
radio will be in a low power
system. mode with the infotainment
Overview display turned off.
. Set up the audio by presetting
favorite stations, setting the . Press to cancel the Clean
tone, and adjusting the Screen Mode or to mute/
speakers. unmute the audio when the
. Set up phone numbers in system is on.
advance so they can be called
easily by pressing a single
4. {:
control or by using a single voice . Press to go to the
command if equipped with Home Page.
Bluetooth phone capability. . Press and hold to launch
See Defensive Driving 0 191. Apple CarPlay or Android
To play the infotainment system with Auto, if equipped.
the vehicle off, see Retained 1. Infotainment Display: 5. g or d :
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203.
. Display for Play/Reception/ . Radio: Press to seek the
Theft-Deterrent Feature Menu information. previous or next strongest
station or channel.
The infotainment system has an 2. Volume Knob:
. USB/Music/Pictures: Press
electronic security system installed . Turn the volume knob to
to go to the previous or next
to prevent theft. adjust the volume.
content. Press and hold to
fast rewind or fast forward.
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Operation . If equipped, use the volume
switches on the back of the
Turning On/Off Automatically steering wheel to adjust the
When the vehicle is on, the volume. See Steering Wheel
infotainment system turns on Controls 0 107.
automatically. . Turning on the infotainment
When the vehicle is off and the system power will set the
driver door of the vehicle is opened, volume level to its previous
the infotainment system turns off selection if it is lower than the
automatically. maximum starting volume level.
. If the volume level is louder than
If O is pressed and held when the the maximum starting volume
vehicle is off, the infotainment level when the infotainment 2. Select the desired layout:
system will turn on. The system will system is turned on, the Standard, Family, Eco,
turn off automatically after infotainment system is adjusted or Custom.
approximately 10 minutes. automatically to the maximum If Custom is selected, the
Full Screen Clock starting volume level. display will switch to custom
layout editing. This allows the
. Touch the time display on the Edit Home Page Layout
changing of location and
screen to display a full screen of 1. When the vehicle is stationary, content of information
the clock.
touch { Edit on the displayed on the Home Page.
. Touch 0 to return to the Home Page.
previous screen.
Volume Control
Turn the volume knob to adjust the
volume. The current volume is
indicated.
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Using Icon View Settings : Touch to access the . Touch iPod to select iPod
Personalization menu. See Vehicle music.
Personalization 0 140. . Touch USB1 to select
Gallery : Touch to view a picture. USB1 music.
See “Gallery” under “Selecting a . Touch USB2 to select
Function” following. USB2 music.
OnStar : Touch to use the OnStar . Touch Bluetooth to select
function. See OnStar Overview Bluetooth music.
0 344.
. Touch AUX to select
Camera : Touch to access the Rear auxiliary sound input.
Vision Camera. See Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing If the playback source (iPod/USB/
0 219. AUX/Bluetooth) is not connected to
the infotainment system, this
Touch T. Selecting a Function function is not available.
Icon view may vary depending on Audio Audio source availability may vary
vehicle options. depending on the region.
1. Touch T.
Audio : Touch to select AM, FM, The infotainment system can only
SXM (if equipped), AUX, or USB/ 2. Touch Audio, then Source. support two USB devices for the
iPod/Bluetooth Audio. . Touch AM to select AM front USB ports.
Phone : Touch to activate the radio.
Phone
phone features. See Bluetooth . Touch FM to select FM
0 172. To operate Bluetooth Hands-Free
radio.
function, connect the Bluetooth
Projection : Touch to access . Touch SXM to select phone to the infotainment system.
supported devices when connected. SiriusXM radio (if
See USB Port 0 163. equipped). 1. Touch T.
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2. Touch Phone, then touch 5 on for certain updates to be appropriate Wi-Fi network, and
the infotainment display, downloaded and installed. There is follow the on-screen prompts.
also an option to check for updates Download speeds may vary.
or press g on the steering
manually. On most compatible mobile devices,
wheel controls.
To manually check for updates, activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in
Settings touch Settings on the Home Page, the Settings menu under Mobile
1. Touch T. followed by Software Information, Network Sharing, Personal Hotspot,
and then System Update. Follow the Mobile Hotspot, or similar.
2. Touch Settings, then select an on-screen prompts. Steps for Availability of Over-the-Air vehicle
item from the menu and adjust downloading and installing updates software updates varies by vehicle
the settings by selecting from may vary by vehicle. and country. For more information
the available options. See
Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle on this feature, see
Settings 0 177.
software updates requires Internet www.my.chevrolet.com/learn.
Gallery connectivity, which can be accessed
through the vehicle’s built-in OnStar
1. Touch T. 4G LTE connection, if equipped and
2. Touch Gallery, then touch ' active. If required, data plans are
provided by a third party. Optionally,
menu to view picture files
a secure Wi-Fi hotspot such as a
contained in the USB storage
compatible mobile device hotspot,
device.
home hotspot, or public hotspot can
be used. Applicable data rates may
Software Updates apply.
Over-the-Air Software Updates To connect the infotainment system
If equipped, the infotainment system to a secured mobile device hotspot,
can download and install select home hotspot, or public hotspot,
software updates over a wireless touch Settings on the Home Page,
connection. The system will prompt followed by Wi-Fi, and then Manage
Wi-Fi Networks. Select the
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Radio 2. Using the keypad, enter the
desired station number.
The steering wheel controls can
also be used to select favorites. See
Steering Wheel Controls 0 107.
AM-FM Radio Touching the period between digits
is not necessary. The radio will add Using the AM or FM
Listening to AM-FM Radio it automatically at the correct Radio Menu
location.
1. Touch T. General Operation of the Menu
2. Touch Audio, then Source.
Favorite Preset Operation
1. Select the desired band.
3. Touch FM or AM. The most Saving Favorites
2. Touch Menu.
recently listened to AM or FM 1. Select the band.
radio station is displayed. 3. Touch the desired menu to
2. Select the desired station. select the item or to display the
RDS (Radio Data System) function item’s detailed menu.
is only available in countries that 3. Touch q or touch and hold the
support this function. favorite in the Favorites list to 4. Touch q Now Playing to return
overwrite. to the previous menu.
Searching for Stations
4. To delete it from the Favorites Current Station Information
Automatically
list, touch q, or swipe the 1. From the FM Menu, touch
Press g or d to automatically station from the list on the right. Browse Audio.
search for an available station with
Up to 15 radio stations can be 2. Touch Current Station
good reception.
saved in the Favorites list. Information to display the
If RDS is supported, it will tune to station information.
the station and may include Listening to Favorites Directly
additional information such as time, 1. Touch Favorites to see the list AM or FM Stations
station identification, and program of favorites. 1. From the AM or FM Menu,
information. touch Browse Audio.
2. Touch the desired station.
Searching for Stations Directly
1. Touch Tune.
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2. Touch AM Stations or FM . Fade : Adjust the front/rear
Stations. The AM List or FM speaker balance by
List is displayed. dragging the dot in the
vehicle interior image.
FM Categories
. Balance : Adjust the left/
1. From the FM Menu, touch right speaker balance by
Browse Audio. dragging the dot in the
2. Touch FM Categories. vehicle interior image.
3. Touch the desired category and . EQ (Equalizer) : Select or
station. turn off the sound style:
The FM category list is only Talk, Rock, Jazz, Pop,
available for RDS (Radio Data Country, Classical,
2. Touch Tone Settings to enter
System). or Custom. If equipped with
the sound setup mode. The
Bose premium audio, only
Tone settings menu is
Update AM or FM Stations Talk and Custom are
displayed.
1. From the FM or AM Menu, available.
. Bass : Touch - or + to
touch Browse Audio. 3. Touch 0 to return to the
adjust the bass level
2. Touch Update AM Stations or manually. previous menu.
Update FM Stations. . Mid (Midrange) : Touch - or Auto Volume
Tone Settings + to adjust the midrange When Auto Volume is turned on, the
level manually. volume will automatically be
1. From the AM or FM Menu,
touch Audio Settings. . Treble : Touch - or + to controlled according to the vehicle
adjust the treble level speed to offset the noise from
manually. outside.
1. From the AM or FM Menu,
touch Audio Settings.
2. Touch Auto Volume.
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3. Select the desired option: Off, Refer to: Searching for Channels Using
Low, Medium-Low, Medium, . www.siriusxm.com or call Favorites
Medium-High, or High. 1-888-601-6296 (U.S.). Saving Favorites
RDS . www.siriusxm.ca or call 1. Select the desired channel.
The RDS function can be set 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
for FM. 2. Touch q or touch and hold the
Listening to SXM Radio favorite in the list to overwrite.
1. From the FM Menu, touch
Audio Settings. 1. Touch T. 3. To delete a channel from
2. Set RDS to On or Off. 2. Touch Audio, then Source. Favorites, touch q, or swipe
the channel from the list on the
3. Touch SXM. The most recently
Satellite Radio right.
listened to SXM channel is
Vehicles equipped with a SiriusXM® displayed. Up to 15 channels can be
satellite radio tuner and a valid saved in the Favorites list.
Searching for Channels
SiriusXM satellite radio subscription Automatically Listening to Favorites Directly
can receive SiriusXM programming.
1. Touch Favorites to see the list
Press g or d to automatically
SiriusXM Satellite Radio search for available channels.
of favorites.
Service 2. Touch the desired channel.
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service Searching for Channels
Directly Using the SXM Radio Menu
based in the 48 contiguous United
States and 10 Canadian provinces. 1. Touch Tune. General Operation of the Menu
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
2. Using the keypad, enter the 1. Touch Menu on the SXM radio
variety of programming and
desired channel. screen.
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound. 2. Touch Browse Audio or Audio
A fee is required to receive the Settings to select and display
SiriusXM service. the item’s detailed menu.
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3. Touch q Now Playing to return . Auto Volume Mobile Phone Usage
to the previous screen. Volume will be automatically Mobile phone usage can cause
Browse Audio controlled. See “Auto Volume” interference with the vehicle's radio.
under “AM-FM Radio” previously Unplug the mobile phone or turn it
. Current Channel Information in this section. off if this occurs.
Touch Current Channel . Explicit Content Filter AM
Information. The channel
information is displayed. Choose this menu item to turn The range for most AM stations is
On or Off the filtering of explicit greater than for FM, especially at
. SXM Channels channels from SXM. When night. The longer range can cause
Touch SXM Channels. The SXM selected, this item will give a station frequencies to interfere with
List is displayed. brief description of the feature each other. Static can occur when
and a list item can be set to On things like storms and power lines
. SXM Categories or Off. From the SXM Menu, interfere with radio reception. When
SXM categories are defined by touch Audio Settings. Set this happens, try reducing the treble
the SiriusXM service provider. Explicit Content Filter feature to on the radio.
On or Off to allow for a filtered
Touch SXM Categories, then list of channels.
touch the desired category and
channel.
Multi-Band Antenna
Audio Settings
If equipped, the roof antenna is for
. Tone Settings GPS (Global Positioning System).
Set up sound features from the Keep clear of obstructions for clear
Tone Settings menu. See “Tone reception.
Settings” under “AM-FM Radio”
previously in this section.
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Audio Players CBR between 32 and 768 kbps using a USB adaptor. Use a
USB or flash memory type
VBR (Standard), Professional,
storage device.
USB Port Lossless, or higher according to
Microsoft specifications . Avoid static electricity discharge
The USB ports are in the center when connecting or
console and are for data and Sampling frequencies of 8, 12,
16, 22, 32, 44.1, and 48 kHz disconnecting the USB.
charging. If equipped, there are two If connection and disconnection
USB charge ports in the rear of the . AAC (MPEG-4 AAC, Low are repeated many times in a
center console. The infotainment Complexity Profile) and AAC+ short time, this may cause a
system can play the music files problem in using the device.
contained in the USB storage CBR between 8 and 320 kbps
device or a device that supports . OGG Vorbis . Operation is not guaranteed if
MTP or iPod/iPhone devices. the connecting terminal of the
. Waveform (WAV – PCM USB device is not metal.
Before Using the Audio Windows format)
. Connection with i-Stick Type
System . Audio Interchange File USB storage devices may be
Format (AIFF) faulty due to vehicle vibration.
Supported Audio File Formats
. 3GPP (Generally used for . Do not touch the USB
. MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer 3,
mobile devices) connecting terminal with an
MPEG-2 Layer 3)
. Audio Books (MP3, WMA, object or any part of your body.
Constant Bit Rate (CBR)
AAC, AA) . The USB storage device can
between 8 and 320 kbps
Guidelines for Using a USB only be recognized when it is
Variable Bit Rate (VBR) formatted in FAT16/32, NTFS,
Storage Device and iPod/iPhone
Sampling frequencies of 8, HFS+. exFAT and other file
. Operation cannot be guaranteed systems cannot be recognized.
11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32,
44.1, and 48 kHz if the HDD built-in USB mass
storage device or CF or SD
. Windows Media Audio memory card is connected by
Windows Media Audio 10
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. According to the type and the heat generation using the The iPod/iPhone can play all
capacity of the USB storage USB terminal may cause music files supported. The music
device and the type of the stored performance issues or damage file lists display up to 5,000 files
file, the time it takes to recognize to the device. on the screen in alphabetical
the files may differ. . When the logical drive is order.
. Files in some USB storage separated from a mass USB . Some iPod/iPhone devices may
devices may not be recognized storage device, only the files not support the connectivity or
due to compatibility problems. from the top-level logical drive functionality of the infotainment
. Do not disconnect the USB can be played for USB music system.
storage device while it is being files. For this reason, store . Only connect the iPod/iPhone
played. This may cause damage music files to be played in the with connection cables
to the device or may affect the top-level drive of the device. supported by iPod/iPhone
performance of the USB device. Music files in a particular USB devices. Other connection
storage device may not play cables cannot be used.
. The infotainment system can normally if an application is
only support two USB devices loaded by partitioning a separate . When the iPod/iPhone device is
for the front USB ports. drive inside the USB device. not being used, keep it
. Disconnect the connected USB disconnected from the USB port
. Music files to which DRM (Digital
storage device when the vehicle when the vehicle is off.
Right Management) is applied
is off. cannot be played. . Connect the iPod/iPhone to the
. USB storage devices can only USB port by using the iPod/
. The infotainment system can
be connected to this device for iPhone cable to play the music
support USB storage devices files on the iPod/iPhone. When
the purpose of playing music, that are in capacity with a limit of
viewing photo files, the iPod/iPhone is connected to
5,000 files (music and photo), the AUX port, the music files are
or upgrading. and 15 stages of folder played, but not controlled by
. The USB terminal of the device structure. Normal usage cannot MyLink.
should not be used to charge be guaranteed for storage
devices that exceed this limit. . iPod/iPhone movie file playback
USB accessory equipment since
is not supported.
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. The playback functions and the Ending USB Music File Playback
information display items of the 1. Touch Source.
iPod/iPhone used with this
infotainment system may be 2. Select another function by
different from the iPod/iPhone in touching AM, FM, AUX,
terms of play order, method, and or Bluetooth.
information displayed. To remove the USB storage device,
. See the manufacturer for select another function, and then
information related to the search remove the USB storage device.
function provided by the iPod/
iPhone device. Pause Touch j during playback.
Touch r to resume playback.
USB Player . Once the infotainment system
finishes reading the information Playing the Next File
Playing USB Storage Device
Music Files on the USB storage device, play Touch d to play the next file.
will begin automatically unless
Connect the USB storage device Playing the Previous File
USB Auto Launch has been set
containing the music files to the to Off in Settings. Touch g within five seconds of
USB port. playback time to play the
. If a non-readable USB storage previous file.
device is connected, an error
message will appear and the Returning to the Beginning of the
infotainment system will Current File
automatically switch to the Touch g after five seconds of
previous audio function. playback time.
If the USB storage device is already
connected, touch T, Audio, Source,
and USB to play the USB music
files.
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Scanning Forward or Backward 2. Touch q, or touch and hold the 2. Touch the desired item:
Touch and hold g or d during favorite in the list to overwrite. Playlists, Folders, Artists,
playback to rewind or fast Songs, Albums, Genres, and
3. To delete it from the Favorites Composers.
forward. Release g or d to list, touch q, or swipe the file
resume playback at normal 3. Touch the desired music to
from the list on the right. listen.
speed.
Up to 15 media files can be The Infotainment Module will
Playing Files Randomly saved in the Favorites list. recognize playlist files by the
Touch Z during playback.
Listening to Favorites Directly extensions .asx, m3u, pls, wpl,
Touch Z again to return to b4s, and .xspf.
normal playback. 1. Touch the Favorites menu to
see the Favorites list. Tone Settings
Playing Files Repeatedly
2. Touch the desired favorite to Set up sound features from the
1. Touch " during playback. listen. Tone Settings menu. See “Tone
Settings” under “AM-FM Radio”
2. Touch the desired option. General Operation of the USB previously in this section.
. Repeat All: Plays all files Music Menu
1. Touch Menu on the USB music Auto Volume
repeatedly.
. Repeat Song: Plays a screen. See “Auto Volume” under “AM-FM
2. Touch the desired menu to Radio” previously in this section.
current file repeatedly.
. Repeat Off: Cancels the select the item or to display the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)
item’s detailed menu. Player
repeat function.
Searching for a File by Using the 3. Touch q Now Playing to return Playing Music from a Supported
Favorites to the previous screen. MTP Device
Saving Favorites Browse Music Connect the supported MTP device
1. From the USB music menu, containing music files to the
1. Select the desired file. USB port.
touch Browse Music.
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. Once the infotainment system indicator on the audio screen Launch in Settings is set to Off,
finishes reading the information disappears even if the audio file it will not be automatically
on the device that supports MTP in the MTP device is playing. played.
(Media Transfer Protocol), it will . If connecting an MTP device that If the iPod/iPhone is already
be automatically played. If USB
Auto Launch is set to Off in
has external memory, it may be connected, touch T, Audio, Source,
recognized as USB1/USB2. then iPod to play the iPod/iPhone.
Settings, it will not be
automatically played. . Other operations are the same Ending iPod/iPhone Playback
as the USB player. See “USB
. If a non-readable device that 1. Touch Source.
Player” under “USB Port”
supports MTP is connected, then previously in this section.
an error message will appear 2. Select another function by
and the infotainment system will . The USB connection setting on touching AM, FM, AUX,
automatically switch to the the device may need to be or Bluetooth, or unplug the
previous audio function. changed to MTP. iPod/iPhone.
. Depending on the connected iPod/iPhone Player To remove the iPod/iPhone, select
device, some files may not play. another function, and then remove
This is limited to devices supporting the iPod/iPhone.
. File loading may take a few the iPod/iPhone connection.
minutes depending on the type Pause
of MTP device or the number of Playing iPod/iPhone Music Files Touch j during playback.
files/folders stored in the MTP Use an Apple certified cord to Touch r to resume playback.
device. connect the iPod/iPhone containing
. When connecting the MTP the music files to the USB port. Playing the Next Song
device, the infotainment system . Once the infotainment system Touch d to play the next song.
scans audio files first, and then finishes reading the information Playing the Previous Song
picture files. While scanning on the iPod/iPhone, it will be
picture files, these files may not automatically played from the Touch g within two seconds of
be available until the loading previously played point. If Auto playback time to play the
previous song.
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Returning to the Beginning of the Browse Music . Some files may not operate due
Current Song 1. From the iPod music menu, to a different format or the
Touch g after two seconds of touch Browse Music. condition of the file.
playback time. Viewing a Picture
2. Touch the desired music.
Scanning Forward or Backward 1. Connect the USB storage
Tone Settings
Hold g or d during playback device containing the picture
to rewind or fast forward. Set up sound features from the files to the USB port.
Tone Settings menu. See “Tone
Release g or d to resume 2. Press {, then T.
Settings” under “AM-FM Radio”
playback at normal speed. previously in this section. 3. Touch Gallery, then select the
Playing Files Randomly Auto Volume desired picture folder.
Touch Z during playback. 4. Select the desired file.
Volume will be automatically
Touch Z again to return to controlled. See “Auto Volume” under . Touch the screen to hide the
normal playback. “AM-FM Radio” previously in this control bar. Touch the screen
General Operation of the iPod section. again to show the control bar.
Music Menu Gallery (Pictures) . Some features are disabled
1. Touch Menu on the iPod music The infotainment system can view while the vehicle is in motion.
screen. picture files contained in the USB Viewing a Slide Show
2. Touch the desired menu to storage device.
select the item or to display the . Touch z from the picture screen
item’s detailed menu. Before Using the Picture and the slide show will play.
System
3. Touch q Now Playing to return . Touch the screen to cancel the
. Only the following file extensions slide show during slide show
to the previous screen. are supported: *.jpg, *.bmp, playback.
*.png, *.gif.
. Animated GIF is not supported.
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Viewing a Previous or Next 3. After the setting is complete, Bluetooth Audio
Picture touch 0.
Bluetooth Music
From the picture screen, touch S or Auxiliary Devices If equipped, music may be played
T to view the previous or next from a paired Bluetooth device.
picture. The AUX port is in the center
Refer to the Phone section for help
console. The infotainment system
Rotating a Picture pairing a device.
can play auxiliary music connected
From the picture screen, touch w to by the auxiliary device. Before Playing Bluetooth Music
rotate the picture. Playing Music from an . The paired bluetooth device
Auxiliary Device must support Bluetooth profiles:
Enlarging a Picture A2DP or AVRCP.
Connect the auxiliary device
From the picture screen, touch T to containing the music source to the . Bluetooth music may not be
enlarge the picture. AUX port. Once connected with the supported depending on the
infotainment system, music can be mobile phone or Bluetooth
Using the USB Picture Menu device.
played from the device.
1. From the picture screen, . From the mobile phone or
touch Menu. . If the auxiliary device is already
Bluetooth device, find the
2. Touch the desired menu. connected, touch T, Audio, Bluetooth device type to set/
Source, then AUX to play music connect the item.
. Slide Show Time: Select from the auxiliary device.
the slide show interval. . A ♪ will appear on the screen to
. Use an AUX cable with a
. Clock/Temp Display: To indicate a successful Audio
3.5 mm (1/8 in) type connector. Bluetooth connection.
display the clock and
temperature on the full Tone Settings . The sound played by the
screen, select On or Off. From the AUX screen, touch Tone. Bluetooth device is delivered
. Display Settings: Adjust the See “Tone Settings” under “AM-FM through the infotainment system.
brightness and contrast. Radio” previously in this section.
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. Bluetooth music can be played the music player will be Playing the Previous Music
only when a Bluetooth device automatically played upon Touch g within two seconds of
has been connected. To play entering play mode, and it will be playback time to play the
Bluetooth music, connect the automatically stopped when the previous music.
Bluetooth phone to the music player mode ends. If the
infotainment system. mobile phone or Bluetooth Returning to the Beginning of the
device is not in the waiting Current Music
. If the Bluetooth device is
disconnected while playing screen mode, some devices may Touch g after two seconds of
music, the music is not automatically play in playback time.
discontinued. The audio Bluetooth music play mode.
Scanning Forward or Backward
streaming function may not be Playing Bluetooth Music Hold g or d during playback
supported in some Bluetooth
phones. Only one function can 1. Touch T. to rewind or fast forward.
be used at a time between the Release g or d to resume
2. Touch Audio, then Source on
Bluetooth hands-free phone the screen. playback at normal speed.
function or the Phone music Playing Files Randomly
function. For example, 3. Touch Bluetooth to select the
if switching to Bluetooth connected Bluetooth device Touch Z during playback.
hands-free phone mode while music play mode. Touch Z again to return to
playing Phone music, the music Pause normal playback.
streaming function will be
Touch j during playback. Playing Files Repeatedly
discontinued.
Touch r again to resume 1. Touch " during playback.
. For Bluetooth music to play, the playback.
music must be played at least 2. Touch the desired option.
once from the music player Playing the Next Music
mode of the mobile phone or . Repeat All: Plays all files
Touch d to play the next music.
Bluetooth device after repeatedly.
connecting as a stereo headset. . Repeat Song: Plays a
After being played at least once, current file repeatedly.
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. Repeat Off: Cancels repeat Tone Settings infotainment system. The
function. From the Bluetooth music menu, infotainment system outputs the
sound features can be set up. See audio from the mobile phone or
General Operation of the Bluetooth device as it is
Bluetooth Music Menu “Tone Settings” under “AM-FM
Radio” previously in this section. transmitted.
1. Touch Menu on the Bluetooth . If the mobile phone or Bluetooth
music screen. Auto Volume device is not in the idle screen
2. Touch the desired menu to Volume will be automatically mode, it may not automatically
select the item or to display the controlled. See “Auto Volume” under play despite being carried out
item’s detailed menu. “AM-FM Radio” previously in this from the Bluetooth music
section. play mode.
3. Touch q Now Playing to return
to the previous menu. Manage Bluetooth Devices . The infotainment system
transmits the order to play from
Browse Music 1. From the Bluetooth music
the mobile phone in the
menu, touch Audio Settings.
This function may not be supported Bluetooth music play mode.
depending on the mobile phone. 2. Touch Manage Bluetooth If this is done in a different
Devices. mode, then the device transmits
1. From the Bluetooth music the order to stop. Depending on
menu, touch Browse Music. 3. Select the desired device and
then connect/disconnect or the mobile phone’s options, this
2. Touch the desired item. The delete. order to play/stop may take time
number of relevant songs is to activate.
displayed. Playing Bluetooth Music . If Bluetooth music playback is
3. Touch the desired music to . Do not change the track too not functioning, then check to
listen. quickly when playing Bluetooth see if the mobile phone is in the
music. idle screen mode.
. It takes some time to transmit . Sometimes, sounds may be cut
data from the mobile phone or off during Bluetooth music
Bluetooth device to the playback.
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OnStar System averages and vehicle systems
design. Some services require a
Phone
OnStar with 4G LTE data plan.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Bluetooth wireless technology
establishes a wireless link between
two devices supported with
Bluetooth. After the initial pairing,
the two devices can connect
If equipped with OnStar 4G LTE, up automatically when turned on.
to seven devices, such as Bluetooth allows wireless
smartphones, tablets, and laptops, transmission of information among
can be connected to high-speed Bluetooth phones, PDAs, or other
Internet through the vehicle’s built-in devices within close range by using
Wi-Fi hotspot. 2.45 GHz frequency short-distance
Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR wireless telecommunication
(1-888-466-7827) to connect to an technologies. Within this vehicle,
OnStar Advisor for assistance. See users can make hands-free calls,
www.onstar.com for a detailed transmit hands-free data, and play
instruction guide, vehicle availability, audio streaming files by connecting
details, and system limitations. a mobile phone with the system.
Services and apps vary by make, . There may be restrictions on
model, year, carrier, availability, and using Bluetooth wireless
conditions. 4G LTE service is technology in some locations.
available in select markets. 4G LTE
performance is based on industry
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. Due to the variety of Bluetooth 5. Verify phone matches. ‐ The connected mobile phone
devices and their firmware When the Bluetooth device and is highlighted by a 5 mark.
versions, the device may infotainment system are
respond differently when ‐ The e / 5 mark indicates the
successfully paired, the Phone
performing over Bluetooth. screen appears on the infotainment hands-free and mobile phone
. See the device’s user guide for display. music function are enabled.
questions about Bluetooth When the connection fails, a failure ‐ The 5 mark indicates only
functionality. message appears on the Hands-Free function is
. Multi-pairing is not supported. infotainment display. enabled.
Pairing and Connecting When There Is a Paired Device on ‐ The e mark indicates only
Bluetooth the Infotainment System Bluetooth music is enabled.
To use the Bluetooth feature, make 1. Touch T. . When the Bluetooth device and
sure the Bluetooth on the device is the infotainment system are
2. Touch Settings, then Devices successfully paired, the contact
turned on and the device is in
on the display. list downloads automatically,
discoverable mode. See the
Bluetooth device’s user guide. 3. Touch the device to pair from depending on the type of mobile
the list, and then follow Step 5. phone. If the contact list does
When There Is no Paired Device not download automatically,
on the Infotainment System To add a device not in the list,
proceed with the download on
touch Add Device.
1. Touch T. the mobile phone. Always
4. From the device’s Bluetooth accept the contact list request
2. Touch Phone, then Add settings list, select Chevrolet on the initial pairing of the
Device. MyLink. mobile phone.
3. From the device’s Bluetooth 5. When the Bluetooth device and . The infotainment system can
settings list, select Chevrolet the infotainment system are register up to 10 Bluetooth
MyLink. successfully paired, e / 5 is devices.
4. Touch Code Matches. displayed.
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. When the connection fails, the Connecting the Bluetooth To use Android Auto or Apple
failure message displays on the Device CarPlay:
infotainment system. 1. Download the Android Auto
. If the contact list has more than
1. Touch T. app to your phone from the
5,000 contacts, the infotainment 2. Touch Settings, then Devices. Google Play store. No app is
system may not properly list the 3. Touch the device to connect. required for Apple CarPlay.
remaining entries. 2. Connect an Android phone or
. Depending on the number of Deleting the Bluetooth Device iPhone by using the compatible
contact entries, pairing time 1. Touch T. phone USB cable and plugging
may vary. into a USB data port. For best
2. Touch Settings, then Devices. performance, use the device’s
Checking the Connected factory-provided USB cable.
3. Touch Delete next to the device
Bluetooth Device to delete. Aftermarket or third-party
1. Touch T. cables may not work.
4. Touch Delete.
3. When the phone is first
2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
Apple CarPlay and connected to activate Apple
3. The connected device will be CarPlay or Android Auto, the
displayed on the top of the list. Android Auto message “Device Projection
If equipped, Android Auto and/or Privacy Consent” will appear.
Disconnecting the Bluetooth
Apple CarPlay capability may be . Select Continue to launch
Device available through a compatible Apple CarPlay or
1. Touch T. smartphone. If available, Projection Android Auto.
will appear on the Home Page of
2. Touch Settings, then Devices. the infotainment display. . Select Disable to remove
3. Touch the name of the device Apple CarPlay and Android
to disconnect. Auto capability from the
vehicle Settings menu.
4. Touch Disconnect Device. Other functions may
still work.
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Projection on the Home Page will and other marks are trademarks of 2. To switch the call back to the
change to Android Auto or Apple Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a Bluetooth hands-free, touch 0
CarPlay depending on the phone. trademark of Apple Inc. again.
Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay
may automatically launch upon USB Hands-Free Phone Switching the Microphone
connection. If not, touch the Android On/Off
Auto and/or Apple CarPlay icon on Making a Call by Entering the
Switch the microphone on/off by
the Home Page to launch. Phone Number
touching 3.
Press { on the center stack to 1. Touch T.
return to the Home Page. Calling by Re-Dial
2. Touch Phone.
For further information on how to set 3. Enter the phone number using Touch 5 on the display.
up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay the keypad on the Phone
in the vehicle, see Taking Calls
screen.
www.my.chevrolet.com or see 1. When a phone call comes
Customer Assistance Offices 0 332. 4. Touch 5 on the display to call through the Bluetooth
Android Auto is provided by Google the phone number. connected mobile phone, the
and is subject to Google’s terms If the wrong number is entered, playing track will be cut off and
and privacy policy. Apple CarPlay is the phone will ring with the
touch z to delete the entered relevant information displayed.
provided by Apple and is subject to number one digit at a time. Or touch
Apple’s terms and privacy policy. 2. To talk on the phone, press g
Data plan rates apply. For Android and hold z to delete all entered
numbers. on the steering wheel control or
Auto support see https://
support.google.com/androidauto. touch 5 on the display.
Switching a Call to the Mobile
For Apple CarPlay support see To reject the call, press c on
Phone (Private Mode)
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple
the steering wheel control or
or Google may change or suspend 1. To switch the call to the mobile
availability at any time. Android phone instead of the Bluetooth touch K on the display.
Auto, Android, Google, Google Play, hands-free, touch 0.
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Using the Contacts Menu Making a Call from Call History Voice Mail
1. Touch the contacts menu on 1. Touch W RECENT on the The default voice mail number is the
the Phone screen. Phone screen. phone number of the currently
2. Select the contact entry to call. connected mobile phone. The voice
2. Select the contact to call. mail number can be changed in
. To call another phone Bluetooth settings.
number in the same
. 9: Incoming call
contacts, touch More in the To dial a voice mail number:
. 2: Outgoing call
Contacts screen and touch 1. Touch T.
the desired phone number. . 4: Missed call
2. Touch Phone, then Voice Mail.
. In the Contacts screen, Making a Call with Speed Dial
touch q to add the contact Numbers
to favorites. Touch q again Touch and hold a speed dial number
to remove the contact from using the keypad on the Phone
favorites. screen.
Making a Call from Favorites Only speed dial numbers already
1. Touch the favorites menu on stored on the mobile phone can be
used for speed dial calls. Up to
the Phone screen.
two-digit speed dial numbers are
2. Select the contact to call. supported.
The Favorites list is not For two-digit speed dial numbers,
synchronized with the mobile phone touch and hold the second digit to
and is stored separately. make a call to the speed dial
number.
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.
Settings Maximum Start-up volume:
Set the Maximum start-up
2. Touch Settings, then Bluetooth
Phone and touch Y to scroll to
Operation of the Settings Menu volume from 13 to 37. the desired mobile phone. This
The infotainment system can be . Audio Cues: Set the Audio is only available when the
customized to make it easier to use. Cues feature to On or Off. device is connected.
. Audio Cues Volume: Set . My Number: Displays the
1. Touch T. the Audio Cues Volume current connected phone
2. Touch Settings. from 10 to 63. number.
3. Touch the desired menu to Audio Cues Volume is only available . Privacy: Set whether or not
select the item or to display the when Audio Cues is set to On. incoming call alerts are
item’s detailed menu. shown on the infotainment
Devices display.
4. Touch 0 to return to the
previous menu. 1. Touch T. . Sort Contacts: Set to First
name, surname or
Settings menus and functions may 2. Touch Settings, then touch
Surname, first name.
vary depending on vehicle options. Devices.
. Resync Device Contacts:
3. Select the desired device and
Radio Settings Resync the contacts list for
connect/disconnect or delete.
the current connected
1. Touch T. To add a new Bluetooth device, mobile phone.
2. Touch Settings, then touch touch Add Device.
Apple CarPlay
Radio Settings. Bluetooth Phone
. Auto Volume: Volume will 1. Touch T.
be automatically controlled. 1. Touch T. 2. Touch Settings and find Apple
See “Auto Volume” under CarPlay.
“AM-FM Radio” previously
in this section. 3. Select On or Off.
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Android Auto If Android Auto is not activated, 2. Create a Personal Identification
make sure the mobile phone’s USB Number (PIN) by choosing a
1. Touch T. connection mode is set to MTP. four-digit PIN. Re-enter the PIN
2. Touch Settings and find If the device has not previously to confirm. To change the PIN,
Android Auto. been paired, the consent pop-up will select Change PIN.
3. Select On or Off. display when touching continue. The PIN is required to:
Even if Projection is set to Off, . Register or unregister keys.
connecting the device and touching
Teen Driver
. Change Teen Driver settings.
Projection on the Home Page will If equipped, this allows multiple
display a pop-up message: keys to be registered for beginner . Change or clear the Teen
drivers, to encourage safe driving Driver PIN.
. For Apple CarPlay function:
habits. When the vehicle is started . Access or delete Report
“While active, Apple CarPlay will
with a Teen Driver key, it will Card data.
be displayed on this screen.”
automatically activate certain safety
. For Android Auto function: systems, allow setting of some Register keys to activate:
“While active, Android Auto will features, and limit the use of others. Any vehicle key can be registered,
be displayed on this screen.” The Report Card will record vehicle up to a maximum of eight keys.
When the device is first connected, data about driving behavior that can Label the key to tell it apart from the
the device projection privacy be viewed later. When the vehicle is other keys.
consent pop-up message will be started with a registered key, the
Driver Information Center (DIC) 1. Start the vehicle.
displayed.
displays a message that Teen Driver 2. The vehicle must be in
. Touch Continue to activate the is active. P (Park).
projection feature.
To access: 3. From the Settings menu, select
. Touch Disable and the device is Teen Driver.
charging only. 1. Touch Settings on the Home
Page, then touch Teen Driver. 4. Enter the PIN.
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5. Place the Remote Keyless If a Teen Driver transmitter key and limiter is turned On and the vehicle
Entry (RKE) transmitter key in a non-Teen Driver transmitter key is started with a Teen Driver key, the
the transmitter pocket. See are both present at start up, the DIC displays a message that the top
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle will recognize the non-Teen speed is limited to 137 km/h
System Operation 0 33 for the Driver transmitter key to start the (85 mph).
transmitter pocket location. vehicle. The Teen Driver settings When Teen Driver is Active:
6. From the Teen Driver Menu, will not be active.
. The radio will mute when the
select Key Registration. Manage Settings driver seat belt is not fastened,
. If the transmitter key is in Use the PIN to change the following and in some vehicles, when the
the transmitter pocket, it will settings: right front passenger seat belt is
identify whether the not fastened. The audio from
transmitter key is registered Audio Volume Limit : Allows a any device paired to the vehicle
or unregistered. maximum radio volume to be set. will also be muted.
Turn the audio volume limit On or
. If the transmitter key is not Off, and if equipped, choose the . Certain electronic devices
registered, the option to maximum level for the audio placed on the front passenger
register displays. Select volume. seat could cause the passenger
Register and a confirmation sensing system to falsely sense
message displays. Teen Driver Speed Warning : an unbuckled front passenger
Allows for setting a visual and and mute the radio. See
. If the transmitter key is audible warning when a certain
already registered, the Passenger Sensing System
speed is exceeded. The speed 0 77.
option to unregister warning is selectable from 64 km/h
displays. If Unregister is (40 mph) to 121 km/h (75 mph). The . Some safety systems, such as
selected, the transmitter speed warning does not limit the Forward Automatic Braking,
key is no longer registered speed of the vehicle. if equipped and supported,
and a confirmation cannot be turned off.
message displays. Teen Driver Speed Limiter (If
Equipped) : Allows the maximum . The gap setting for the Forward
speed of the vehicle to be limited to Collision Alert, if equipped,
137 km/h (85 mph). When the speed cannot be changed.
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Report Card . Forward Collision Avoidance Delete Report Card Data
The vehicle owner must secure the Braking – the number of times Data is saved for all trips until the
driver’s consent to record certain the vehicle detected that a data is deleted using the PIN or until
vehicle data when the vehicle is forward collision was imminent the maximum count is exceeded.
driven with a registered Teen Driver and applied the brakes. Also Each item will report a maximum of
key. There is one Report Card per referred to as Forward Automatic 1,000 counts. The distance driven
vehicle. Data is not recorded when Braking. will report a maximum of 64,374 km
Teen Driver is not active. . Stability Control – the number of (40,000 mi).
The Report Card data is collected events which required the use of To delete Report Card data, do one
from the time Teen Driver is electronic stability control. of the following:
activated or the last time the Report . ABS Active – the number of . From the Report Card display,
Card was reset. The following items Antilock Brake System select Reset.
may be recorded: activations.
. Select Clear All Teen Keys/PIN
. Distance Driven – the total . Tailgating Alerts – the number of from the Teen Driver menu. This
distance driven. times the driver was alerted for will also unregister any Teen
. Maximum Speed – the maximum following the vehicle ahead too Driver keys and delete the PIN.
vehicle speed recorded. closely.
. Traction Control – the number of Forgotten PIN
. Overspeed Warnings – the
number of times the speed times the Traction Control See your dealer to reset the PIN.
warning setting was exceeded. System activated to reduce
wheel spin or loss of traction.
. Forward Collision Alerts – the
. Wide Open Throttle – the
number of times the driver was
notified when approaching a number of times the accelerator
vehicle ahead too quickly and at pedal was pressed nearly all the
potential risk for a crash. way down.
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Trademarks and iPod and iPhone are trademarks of It is prohibited to copy, decompile,
Apple Computer, Inc., registered in disassemble, reverse engineer,
License Agreements the U.S. and other countries. hack, manipulate, or otherwise
make available any technology or
FCC Information software incorporated in receivers
See Radio Frequency Statement compatible with the SiriusXM
0 340. Satellite Radio System or that
support the SiriusXM website, the
Bluetooth® Online Service or any of its content.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos Furthermore, the AMBER voice
are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, compression software included in
Inc. and any use of such marks by Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, this product is protected by
General Motors is under license. taxes, one time activation fee, and intellectual property rights including
Other trademarks and trade names other fees may apply. Subscription patent rights, copyrights, and trade
are those of their respective owners. fee is consumer only. All fees and secrets of Digital Voice
programming subject to change. Systems, Inc.
Subscriptions subject to Customer
Agreement available at General Requirements:
www.siriusxm.com or 1. A License Agreement from
www.siriusxm.ca. SiriusXM® service SiriusXM is required for any
only available in the 48 contiguous product that incorporates
United States and Canada. SiriusXM Technology and/or for
In Canada: Some deterioration of use of any of the SiriusXM
“Made for iPod” and “Made for service may occur in extreme marks to be manufactured,
iPhone” mean that an electronic northern latitudes. This is beyond distributed, or marketed in the
accessory has been designed to the control of SiriusXM® Satellite SiriusXM Service Area.
connect specifically to iPod or Radio.
iPhone and has been certified by 2. For products to be distributed,
the developer to meet Apple marketed, and/or sold in
performance standards. Canada, a separate agreement
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is required with Canadian
Satellite Radio Inc. (operating
as SiriusXM Canada).
FreeType 2
Portions of this software are
®
copyright 2007-2012 The
FreeType Project
(www.freetype.org). All rights
reserved.
Libjpeg
The navigation software is based in
part on the work of the independent
JPEG Group.
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Climate Controls Climate Control 5. Temperature Control Knob
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
Systems
7. Rear Window Defogger
Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control Automatic Climate
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Control System
Air Vents The climate control buttons on the
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 center stack and on the climate
control display are used to adjust
Maintenance the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Air Conditioning Regular
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Climate Control Display
1. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
2. Climate On-Off
3. Recirculation

Center Stack Climate Controls 4. Heat & A/C (Air Conditioning)


Power
1. Defrost/Defog
5. Fan Speed and Temperature
2. Air Delivery Mode Controls Status
3. Max Defrost
4. Manual Fan Control Buttons
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Climate Control Display 2. Set the temperature. An initial Air Delivery Mode Control : Press
The heated seats, if equipped,
setting of 22 °C (72 °F) is c, d, or 0 on the center stack
recommended. Allow the to change the direction of airflow.
climate on/off, recirculation, heat,
system time to stabilize. Adjust Any combination of the three
and air conditioning can be
the temperature as needed. buttons can be selected. The
controlled by touching Climate
selected air delivery mode button
Settings on the infotainment Manual Operation indicator is lit.
Home Page.
ON : Touch to turn the climate Pressing any button cancels
A selection can then be made on control system on and off. automatic air delivery control and
the climate settings page.
The climate control system will turn the direction of the airflow can be
Automatic Operation on when any climate control button controlled manually. Press AUTO to
is pressed on the center stack or return to automatic operation.
The system automatically controls
touched on the climate control 0 : Air is directed to the
the fan speed, air delivery, air
display. To turn the system off, windshield.
conditioning, electric heating, and
touch ON again.
recirculation to heat or cool the d : Air is directed to the instrument
vehicle to the selected temperature. D or C : Press the buttons to panel outlets.
increase or decrease the fan speed.
When AUTO is lit, all five functions c : Air is directed to the floor
The fan speed setting appears on
operate automatically. Each function outlets.
the climate control display. Manually
can also be manually set and the
selected setting is displayed or the
adjusting the fan speed cancels 0 MAX : Air is directed to the
automatic fan control. Press AUTO windshield and the fan runs at a
indicator is lit. Functions not
to return to automatic operation. higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared
manually set will continue to be
Touch ON to turn off the fan and the from the windshield more quickly.
automatically controlled, even if the
climate control system. When the button is pressed again,
AUTO indicator is not lit.
Temperature Control : Turn the the system returns to the previous
For automatic operation: mode setting.
knob clockwise or counterclockwise
1. Press AUTO. to increase or decrease the
temperature setting.
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For best results, clear all snow and v HEAT & A/C : Touch to turn the feature is turned off, the auto heated
ice from the windshield before air conditioning and heater on when seats will be activated the next time
defrosting. the fan is on. the vehicle is turned on.
L : Touch to turn on Auto Defog : The system will In manual mode, the controls can
recirculation. monitor high humidity inside the be accessed while the vehicle is on
An indicator light comes on. Air is vehicle. When high humidity is by touching ( or M with three level
recirculated to quickly cool the detected, the climate control system indicators high, medium, low or off
inside of the vehicle or to reduce the may adjust to outside air supply and on the climate control display. If the
entry of outside air and odors. Using turn on the air conditioner or the passenger seat is unoccupied, the
the recirculation mode for extended heater. The fan speed may slightly auto heated seats feature will not
periods may cause the windows to increase to help prevent fogging. activate that seat.
fog. If this happens, select the When high humidity is no longer See Heated Front Seats 0 60 and
defrost mode. detected, the system will return to Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
its prior operation. To turn Auto
Using air conditioning and Defog off or on, see “Climate and Rear Window Defogger
recirculation together for long
periods of time may cause the air
Air Quality” under Vehicle K : Press to turn the rear window
Personalization 0 140. defogger on or off. An indicator light
inside the vehicle to become too
Auto Heated Seats : If equipped, on the button comes on to show that
dry. To prevent this from happening,
when the vehicle is on, this feature the rear window defogger is on.
after the air in the vehicle has
cooled, turn the recirculation will automatically activate the The defogger only works when the
mode off. heated seats at the level required by vehicle is on. The defogger will turn
the vehicle’s interior temperature. In off if the vehicle is turned off.
Touching this button cancels auto mode, the indicators
automatic recirculation. Press AUTO automatically show the level setting
to return to automatic operation; required.
recirculation runs automatically as
needed. Use the manual heated seat buttons
on the infotainment display to turn
auto heated seats off. Once this
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Mobile Application Feature The climate control system uses the
Caution sensor information to adjust the
If equipped, this feature allows a
smartphone to set the start-up temperature, fan speed,
Do not try to clear frost or other recirculation, and air delivery mode
material from the inside of the climate control settings. The
following features can be set: for best comfort.
front windshield and rear window
with a razor blade or anything . Temperature Do not cover the sensor; otherwise
else that is sharp. This may the automatic climate control system
. Fan Speed may not work properly.
damage the rear window
defogger grid and affect the . Air Delivery Mode Humidity Sensor
radio's ability to pick up stations . Climate Mode The humidity sensor is near the
clearly. The repairs would not be base of the inside rearview mirror.
. Recirculation
covered by the vehicle warranty. The climate control system uses the
Once the settings are saved through sensor information to adjust the
the application, the vehicle will use temperature and recirculation for
Remote Start : The climate control these settings when turned on. After
system may be started by using the best comfort.
the vehicle is turned on, use the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) climate controls if additional Outside Air Temperature Sensor
transmitter. The climate control adjustments are desired.
system will default to an appropriate The outside air temperature sensor
heating or cooling mode. See Sensors is behind the front grille of the
Remote Start 0 39. vehicle. The vehicle uses the sensor
Indicator Light and Solar information to display outside air
The rear window defogger turns on Sensor (ILSS) temperature. The climate control
if it is cold outside. system uses the information to
The ILSS is on top of the instrument
panel, near the windshield, where it adjust the climate system operation.
monitors solar intensity.
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.
Air Vents Keep the path under all seats
clear of objects to help circulate
Adjustable air vents are in the the air inside the vehicle more
center and on the side of the effectively.
instrument panel. . Use of non-GM approved hood
deflectors can adversely affect
the performance of the system.
. Do not attach any devices to the
air vent slats. This restricts
airflow and may cause damage
to the air vents.
Move the slats to change the
direction of the airflow.
Move the slats to change the Additional air vents are located
direction of the airflow. The center beneath the windshield and the
air vent does not close completely. driver and passenger side door
windows, and in the footwells.
These are fixed and cannot be
adjusted.
Operation Tips
. Keep all outlets open whenever
possible for best system
performance.
. Clear snow off the hood to
improve visibility and help
decrease moisture drawn into
the vehicle.
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Maintenance Replace the filter as part of routine
scheduled maintenance.
2. Pull the damper and push the
side wall to unlock the stopper.
Air Intake 3. Lower the glove box
completely.

1. Open the glove box.


The air intake at the base of the
windshield under the hood must be 4. Hold the right side of the filter
kept clear to allow the flow of air cover, and then pull and
into the vehicle. Clear away any ice, remove it.
snow, or leaves. 5. Install the new air filter.
6. Reinstall the filter cover.
Passenger Compartment
7. Reconnect the glove box
Air Filter damper.
The filter reduces the dust, pollen, 8. Reinstall the glove box.
and other airborne irritants from
outside air that is pulled into the See your dealer if additional
vehicle. assistance is needed.
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Air Conditioning Regular Warning (Continued)
Operation
To ensure continuous efficient to the vehicle. Climate control
performance, operate the air systems are serviced by qualified
conditioning for a few minutes once personnel only.
a month. The air conditioning will
not operate if the outside Service
temperature is too low.
All vehicles have a label underhood
Caution that identifies the refrigerant used in
the vehicle. The refrigerant system
Damage caused by improper should only be serviced by trained
refrigerant usage could lead to and certified technicians. The air
costly repairs and may not be conditioning evaporator should
covered by the vehicle warranty. never be repaired or replaced by
Refrigerant systems should only one from a salvage vehicle.
be serviced by qualified It should only be replaced by a new
evaporator to ensure proper and
personnel. Always use the correct
safe operation.
refrigerant.
During service, all refrigerants
should be reclaimed with proper
equipment. Venting refrigerants
{ Warning directly to the atmosphere is harmful
to the environment and may also
Performing service work to the create unsafe conditions based on
climate control system could inhalation, combustion, frostbite,
cause personal injury or damage or other health-based concerns.
(Continued)
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Driving and Electric Vehicle Operating
Modes
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Operating Driver Selected Operating Front Pedestrian Braking
(FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Side Blind Zone
Driving Information Electric Drive Unit Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 227
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Lane Departure
Brakes Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Antilock Brake
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . 229
System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 210 Charging
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 When to Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 212 Plug-In Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 212 Delayed Charging Override . . . 236
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 194 Charging Status Feedback . . . 236
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 195 Ride Control Systems Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Traction Control/Electronic Utility Interruption of
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 196 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Electrical Requirements for
Cruise Control
Starting and Operating Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 200 Trailer Towing
Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 218 General Towing
Starting and Stopping the Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Assistance Systems for
Retained Accessory Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 219 Conversions and Add-Ons
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Assistance Systems for Add-On Electrical
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
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. Designate a front seat
Driving Information passenger to handle potential { Warning
distractions.
Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too
. Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a
Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as
and can take your focus from the crash resulting in injury or death.
programming favorite radio Focus your attention on driving.
task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate
judgment and do not let other control and seat settings.
activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into Refer to the Infotainment section for
from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to more information on using that
governments have enacted laws driving. system, including pairing and using
regarding driver distraction. Become a mobile phone.
familiar with the local laws in . Wait until the vehicle is parked
your area. to retrieve items that have fallen
to the floor.
Defensive Driving
To avoid distracted driving, keep Defensive driving means “always
your eyes on the road, keep your . Stop or park the vehicle to tend
to children. expect the unexpected.” The first
hands on the steering wheel, and step in driving defensively is to wear
focus your attention on driving. . Keep pets in an appropriate the seat belt.
. Do not use a mobile phone in carrier or restraint.
. Assume that other road users
demanding driving situations. . Avoid stressful conversations (pedestrians, bicyclists, and
Use a hands-free method to while driving, whether with a other drivers) are going to be
place or receive necessary passenger or on a mobile careless and make mistakes.
phone calls. phone. Anticipate what they might do
. Watch the road. Do not read, and be ready.
take notes, or look up . Allow enough following distance
information on mobile phones or between you and the driver in
other electronic devices. front of you.
. Focus on the task of driving.
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Drunk Driving Braking If power steering assist is lost due
to a system malfunction, the vehicle
Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception can be steered, but may require
drinking and driving is a global time and reaction time. Deciding to increased effort.
tragedy. push the brake pedal is perception
time. Actually doing it is If the steering assist is used for an
extended period of time while the
{ Warning reaction time.
vehicle is not moving, power assist
Average driver reaction time is may be reduced.
Drinking and then driving is very about three-quarters of a second. In
dangerous. Your reflexes, that time, a vehicle moving at If the steering wheel is turned until it
perceptions, attentiveness, and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m reaches the end of its travel and is
judgment can be affected by even (66 ft), which could be a lot of held against that position for an
a small amount of alcohol. You distance in an emergency. extended period of time, power
can have a serious — or even steering assist may be reduced.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
fatal — collision if you drive after Normal use of the power steering
include:
drinking. assist should return when the
. Keep enough distance between system cools down.
Do not drink and drive or ride with you and the vehicle in front
a driver who has been drinking. of you. See your dealer if there is a
Ride home in a cab; or if you are problem.
. Avoid needless heavy braking.
with a group, designate a driver
. Curve Tips
who will not drink. Keep pace with traffic.
. Take curves at a reasonable
Control of a Vehicle Steering speed.
. Reduce speed before entering a
Braking, steering, and accelerating Electric Power Steering
curve.
are important factors in helping to The vehicle has electric power . Maintain a reasonable steady
control a vehicle while driving. steering. It does not have power
speed through the curve.
steering fluid. Regular maintenance
is not required.
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. Wait until the vehicle is out of Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go
the curve before accelerating straight down the roadway.
gently into the straightaway.
Steering in Emergencies
Loss of Control
. There are some situations when Skidding
steering around a problem may There are three types of skids that
be more effective than braking. correspond to the vehicle's three
. Holding both sides of the control systems:
steering wheel allows you to turn . Braking Skid — wheels are not
180 degrees without removing rolling.
a hand.
. Steering or Cornering Skid —
. The Antilock Brake System too much speed or steering in a
(ABS) allows steering while curve causes tires to slip and
braking. The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force.
off the edge of a road onto the
shoulder while driving. Follow . Acceleration Skid — too much
these tips: throttle causes the driving
wheels to spin.
1. Ease off the accelerator and
then, if there is nothing in the Defensive drivers avoid most skids
way, steer the vehicle so that it by taking reasonable care suited to
straddles the edge of the existing conditions, and by not
pavement. overdriving those conditions. But
skids are always possible.
2. Turn the steering wheel about
one-eighth of a turn, until the
right front tire contacts the
pavement edge.
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If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help
these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Warning (Continued)
. Ease your foot off the Flowing or rushing water creates
accelerator pedal and steer the Driving on Wet Roads strong forces. Driving through
way you want the vehicle to go. Rain and wet roads can reduce flowing water could cause the
The vehicle may straighten out. vehicle traction and affect your vehicle to be carried away. If this
Be ready for a second skid if it ability to stop and accelerate. happens, you and other vehicle
occurs. Always drive slower in these types occupants could drown. Do not
. Slow down and adjust your of driving conditions and avoid ignore police warnings and be
driving according to weather driving through large puddles and very cautious about trying to drive
conditions. Stopping distance deep-standing or flowing water. through flowing water.
can be longer and vehicle
control can be affected when { Warning Hydroplaning
traction is reduced by water,
snow, ice, gravel, or other Wet brakes can cause crashes. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water
material on the road. Learn to They might not work as well in a can build up under the vehicle's
recognize warning clues — such quick stop and could cause tires so they actually ride on the
as enough water, ice, or packed pulling to one side. You could water. This can happen if the road is
snow on the road to make a lose control of the vehicle. wet enough and you are going fast
mirrored surface — and slow enough. When the vehicle is
down when you have any doubt. After driving through a large
puddle of water or a car/vehicle hydroplaning, it has little or no
. Try to avoid sudden steering, contact with the road.
wash, lightly apply the brake
acceleration, or braking, pedal until the brakes work There is no hard and fast rule about
including reducing vehicle speed normally. hydroplaning. The best advice is to
by shifting to a lower gear. Any slow down when the road is wet.
sudden changes could cause (Continued)
the tires to slide.
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Other Rainy Weather Tips . Pay attention to special road
Besides slowing down, other wet
{ Warning signs (e.g., falling rocks area,
winding roads, long grades,
weather driving tips include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) passing or no-passing zones)
. Allow extra following distance. or with the vehicle turned off is and take appropriate action.
dangerous. The brakes will have
. Pass with caution. to do all the work of slowing down Winter Driving
. Keep windshield wiping the vehicle and could become too
equipment in good shape. hot. Hot brakes may not be able Driving on Snow or Ice
. Keep the windshield washer fluid to slow the vehicle enough to Snow or ice between the tires and
reservoir filled. maintain speed and control. You the road creates less traction or
could crash. Always have the grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
. Have good tires with proper vehicle running and in gear when occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when
tread depth. going downhill. This will allow the freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
. Turn off cruise control. electric drive unit to assist in driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
slowing and maintaining speed. until roads can be treated.
Hill and Mountain Roads
For Slippery Road Driving:
Driving on steep hills or through . Drive at speeds to keep the
. Recommend using D (Drive) in
mountains is different than driving vehicle in its own lane. Do not
on flat or rolling terrain. swing wide or cross the slippery conditions.
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in center line. . Accelerate gently. Accelerating
good shape. . Be alert on top of hills. too quickly causes the wheels to
Something could be in your lane spin and makes the surface
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, under the tires slick.
(e.g., stalled car, accident).
tires, cooling system, and
. Turn on the Traction Control
electric drive unit.
System (TCS).
. Keep the vehicle in gear when
going down steep or long hills.
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. The Antilock Brake System . Tie a red cloth to an outside
(ABS) improves vehicle stability mirror. Warning (Continued)
during hard stops, but the To save energy, run the vehicle for
brakes should be applied sooner other damage. Spin the wheels as
only short periods as needed to little as possible and avoid going
than when on dry pavement. warm the vehicle and then shut the above 56 km/h (35 mph).
. Allow greater following distance vehicle off and partially close the
and watch for slippery spots. Icy window. Moving about to keep warm
patches can occur on otherwise also helps. Rocking the Vehicle to Get
clear roads in shaded areas. it Out
The surface of a curve or an If the Vehicle Is Stuck Turn the steering wheel left and
overpass can remain icy when right to clear the area around the
the surrounding roads are clear. Slowly and cautiously spin the
wheels to free the vehicle when front wheels. Turn off TCS. Shift
Avoid sudden steering back and forth between R (Reverse)
maneuvers and braking while stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
and a low forward gear, spinning the
on ice. The Traction Control System (TCS) wheels as little as possible. To
. Turn off cruise control. must be turned off by pressing the prevent electric drive unit wear, wait
TCS/ESC button. Traction control is until the wheels stop spinning
Blizzard Conditions not completely off, but will only before shifting gears. Release the
engage if the maneuver can cause accelerator pedal while shifting, and
Being stuck in snow can be a
serious situation. Stay with the damage to the electric drive unit. press lightly on the accelerator
vehicle unless there is help nearby. pedal when the electric drive unit is
If possible, use Roadside { Warning in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels
Assistance. See Roadside in the forward and reverse
Assistance Program 0 31. To get If the vehicle's tires spin at high directions causes a rocking motion
help and keep everyone in the speed, they can explode, and you that could free the vehicle. If that
vehicle safe: or others could be injured. The does not get the vehicle out after a
vehicle can overheat, causing an few tries, it might need to be towed
. Turn on the hazard warning
underhood compartment fire or out. See Towing the Vehicle 0 305.
flashers.
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Vehicle Load Limits Warning (Continued)
Loading Information label shows
the number of occupant seating
It is very important to know how positions (1), and the maximum
much weight the vehicle can cause loss of control and a
crash. Overloading can also vehicle capacity weight (2) in
carry. This weight is called the kilograms and pounds.
vehicle capacity weight and reduce stopping distance,
includes the weight of all damage the tires, and shorten The Tire and Loading
occupants, cargo, and all the life of the vehicle. Information label also shows the
nonfactory-installed options. tire size of the original
Two labels on the vehicle may Tire and Loading Information equipment tires (3) and the
show how much weight it may Label recommended cold tire inflation
properly carry: the Tire and pressures (4). For more
Loading Information label and information on tires and inflation
the Certification label. see Tires 0 276 and Tire
Pressure 0 282.
{ Warning There is also important loading
information on the Certification
Do not load the vehicle any label. It may show the Gross
heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Vehicle Weight Rating and the Gross Axle Weight
(GVWR), or either the Rating (GAWR) for the front and
maximum front or rear Gross rear axle. See “Certification
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Label” later in this section.
This can cause systems to Label Example
break and change the way the A vehicle-specific Tire and
vehicle handles. This could Loading Information label is
(Continued) attached to the vehicle's center
pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and
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“Steps for Determining Correct load capacity is 650 lbs.
Load Limit– (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
1. Locate the statement "The 650 lbs.)
combined weight of 5. Determine the combined
occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo
never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s That weight may not safely
placard. exceed the available cargo
2. Determine the combined and luggage load capacity
weight of the driver and calculated in Step 4.
passengers that will be 6. If your vehicle will be towing Example 1
riding in your vehicle. a trailer, load from your
3. Subtract the combined trailer will be transferred to 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
weight of the driver and your vehicle. Consult this for Example 1 = 453 kg
passengers from XXX kg or manual to determine how (1,000 lbs).
XXX lbs. this reduces the available 2. Subtract Occupant
cargo and luggage load Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
4. The resulting figure equals capacity of your vehicle.” × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs).
the available amount of
This vehicle is neither designed 3. Available Occupant and
cargo and luggage load
nor intended to tow a trailer. Cargo Weight = 317 kg
capacity. For example, if the
(700 lbs).
"XXX" amount equals
1400 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lb passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage
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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 Warning (Continued) Starting and


.
Operating
Things inside the vehicle can Do not leave a seat
strike and injure people in a folded down unless New Vehicle Break-In
sudden stop or turn, or in a needed.
crash.
Caution
. Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the Avoid making hard stops for the
cargo area, put them as first 322 km (200 mi). During this
far forward as possible. time the new brake linings are not
Try to spread the weight yet broken in. Hard stops with
evenly. new linings can mean premature
wear and earlier replacement.
. Never stack heavier Follow this breaking-in guideline
things, like suitcases, every time you get new brake
inside the vehicle so that linings. Following break-in,
some of them are above vehicle speed and load can be
the tops of the seats. gradually increased.
. Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in the vehicle.
. Secure loose items in the
vehicle.
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Power Button instrument cluster, the vehicle is
Caution
ready to be driven. This could take
up to 15 seconds at extremely cold
temperatures. Placing the vehicle in Service
Mode will use the 12-volt battery.
Service Mode Do not use Service Mode for an
This power mode is available for extended period, or the vehicle
service and diagnostics, and to may not start.
verify the proper operation of the
service vehicle soon light as may be STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF :
required for emission inspection To turn the vehicle off, apply the
purposes. With the vehicle off, and brakes, press the button on top of
the brake pedal not applied, the shift lever to shift to P (Park) and
pressing and holding POWER O for press POWER O.
more than five seconds will place
The vehicle has an electronic the vehicle in Service Mode. The Alternatively, apply the brakes and
pushbutton start. instruments and audio systems will press POWER O. The electric drive
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operate as they do in ON/RUN, but unit will shift to P (Park) then shut
transmitter must be in the vehicle for the vehicle will not be able to be off automatically.
the system to operate. If the vehicle driven. The propulsion system will
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
will not start, place the RKE not start in Service Mode. Press
will remain active until the driver
transmitter in the transmitter pocket, POWER O again to turn the door is opened.
inside the center console. vehicle off.
ON/RUN : This position is for
starting and driving. With the vehicle
off, and the brake pedal applied,
pressing POWER O once will place
the vehicle in ON/RUN. When the
vehicle ready light is on in the
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If the vehicle must be shut off in an If the vehicle cannot be pulled over,
emergency: and must be shut off while driving, Caution
1. Brake using a firm and steady press and hold POWER O for If you add electrical parts or
pressure. Do not pump the longer than two seconds, or press accessories, you could change
brakes repeatedly. This may twice in five seconds. the way the vehicle operates. Any
deplete power assist, requiring resulting damage would not be
increased brake pedal force. Starting and Stopping the covered by the vehicle warranty.
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). Vehicle
This can be done while the
Starting Procedure The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
vehicle is moving. After shifting transmitter must be in the vehicle.
to N (Neutral), firmly apply the Press the P (Park) button on the Press the brake pedal, then press
brakes and steer the vehicle to shift lever, or move the shift lever
a safe location. into N (Neutral). The propulsion and release POWER O.
3. Come to a complete stop, shift system will not start in any other If the RKE transmitter is not in the
to P (Park), and turn the vehicle position. vehicle or something is interfering
with the transmitter, a message
off by pressing POWER O.
Caution displays in the Driver Information
4. Set the parking brake. Center (DIC).
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the If the vehicle will not start due to a
{ Warning vehicle is moving or the electric
drive unit could be damaged.
low RKE transmitter battery, the
vehicle can still be driven. See
Turning off the vehicle while Shift to P (Park) only when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
moving may disable the airbags. vehicle is stopped. System Operation 0 33.
While driving, only shut the
propulsion system off in an
emergency.
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Stopping Procedure Leaving the Vehicle with the
For information on how to turn the Propulsion System On
vehicle off, see Power Button 0 201.
{ Warning
Retained Accessory
It is dangerous to get out of the
A vehicle ready light displays in the Power (RAP) vehicle if the P (Park) button is
lower right corner of the instrument The following features will operate not pressed with the parking
cluster when the vehicle is ready to for up to 10 minutes or until the brake set. The vehicle can roll.
be driven. driver door is opened: Do not leave the vehicle when the
The instrument cluster also displays . Audio System propulsion system is running.
an active battery gauge when the If you have left the propulsion
. Accessory Power Outlets
vehicle is ready to be driven. system running, the vehicle can
. Power Windows move suddenly. You or others
Restarting Procedure
could be injured. To be sure the
If the vehicle must be restarted Shifting Into Park vehicle will not move, even when
while it is still moving, move the shift
To shift into P (Park): you are on fairly level ground,
lever to N (Neutral) and press
always set the parking brake and
POWER O twice without pressing 1. Hold the brake pedal down and
press the P (Park) button.
the brake pedal. The propulsion set the parking brake. See
system will not restart in any other Electric Parking Brake 0 210.
position. 2. Press the button on top of the If the vehicle must be left with the
shift lever to shift into P (Park). propulsion system on, be sure that
A chime will sound if the driver door the vehicle is in P (Park) with the
is opened while the vehicle is on. See Electric Drive Unit 0 205.
parking brake set, before leaving
Always press POWER O to turn the 3. The P indicator on the shift the vehicle. After pressing the
vehicle off before exiting. lever will turn red when the P (Park) button, hold down the
vehicle is in P (Park). regular brake pedal. If you cannot
4. Turn the vehicle off.
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see the P (Park) indicator in Parking the vehicle in extreme cold 5. Move the shift lever into the
instrument cluster, it means that the for several days without the charge desired position.
vehicle has not shifted to P (Park). cord connected may cause the 6. The P indicator will turn white
vehicle not to start. The vehicle will and the gear indicator on the
Shifting out of Park need to be plugged in to allow the shift lever will turn red when
high voltage battery to be warmed the vehicle is no longer in
To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle sufficiently.
must be on, the brake pedal must P (Park).
be applied, and the charge cord The shift lock is always functional 7. After releasing the shift lever, it
must be unplugged. except in the case of an uncharged will return to the center
or low charged 12-volt battery (less position.
than 9 volts).
If the vehicle has an uncharged Extended Parking
12-volt battery or a 12-volt battery
with low voltage, try charging or It is best not to park with the vehicle
jump starting the 12-volt battery. running. If the vehicle is left running,
be sure it will not move. See Shifting
To shift out of P (Park): Into Park 0 203.
1. Apply the brake pedal. If the vehicle is left parked and
2. Press POWER O to start the running with the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter outside the
vehicle.
vehicle, it will turn off after one hour.
3. Verify that the vehicle is
If the vehicle is left parked and
This vehicle is equipped with an unplugged and the vehicle
running with the RKE transmitter
electric drive unit. The shift lock ready light is on.
inside the vehicle, it will turn off after
release button is designed to 4. Press the shift lock release two hours.
prevent inadvertent shifting out of button on the side of the shift
The timer will reset if the vehicle is
P (Park) unless the ignition is on, lever.
taken out of P (Park) while it is
the brake pedal is applied, and the
running.
shift lock release button is pressed.
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Electric Vehicle Press SPORT again to return to
Normal Mode.
Electric Drive Unit
Operating Modes An indicator will display in the
instrument cluster.
Driver Selected Operating
Each time the vehicle is started, it
Modes will return to Normal Mode.
Sport Mode Sport Mode may be unavailable if
Sport Mode provides more the battery charge is too low.
responsive acceleration than
Normal Mode, but can reduce
efficiency. When the SPORT
indicator is not on, the vehicle is in
Normal Mode.
The vehicle uses an electric drive
unit. The shift lever always starts
from a center position. An amber
dot is displayed on the shift pattern.
After releasing the shift lever, it will
return to the center position.
P : This position locks the front
wheels. It is the best position to use
when starting the propulsion system
because the vehicle cannot move
easily.

Press SPORT to select Sport Mode.


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R : Use this gear to back up.
{ Warning If the vehicle is shifted from either
It is dangerous to get out of the R (Reverse) to D (Drive),
vehicle if the P (Park) button is or D (Drive) to R (Reverse) while the
not pressed with the parking speed is too high, the vehicle will
brake set. The vehicle can roll. shift to N (Neutral). Reduce the
vehicle speed and try the shift
Do not leave the vehicle when the again.
propulsion system is running.
To shift into R (Reverse):
If you have left the propulsion
system running, the vehicle can 1. Bring the vehicle to a
move suddenly. You or others complete stop.
could be injured. To be sure the The shift lock release button is 2. Press the shift lock release
vehicle will not move, even when designed to prevent inadvertent button on the side of the shift
you are on fairly level ground, shifting out of P (Park) unless the lever.
always set the parking brake and vehicle has been started, the brake
3. From the center position, move
press the P (Park) button. pedal is applied, and the shift lock
the shift lever forward, and
release button is pressed.
then to the left. R is illuminated
When the vehicle is stopped, apply in red.
the brakes and press the button on
4. After releasing the shift lever, it
top of the shift lever to shift to
will return to the center
P (Park).
position.
The vehicle will not shift into
To shift out of R (Reverse):
P (Park) if it is moving too fast. Stop
the vehicle and shift into P (Park). 1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.
To shift in and out of P (Park), see
Shifting Into Park and Shifting out 2. Shift to the desired gear.
of Park.
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3. After releasing the shift lever, it moving the shift lever forward. 3. Shift to N (Neutral).
will return to the center The shift lever indicator is 4. Turn off the vehicle and release
position. illuminated in red. the brake pedal.
At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) 2. After releasing the shift lever, it 5. The indicator should continue
can be used to rock the vehicle will return to the center to show N. If it does not, repeat
back and forth to get out of snow, position. steps 2–4.
ice, or sand without damaging the To shift out of N (Neutral):
electric drive unit. 6. The vehicle is now ready for
1. Bring the vehicle to a the car wash.
N : In this position, the propulsion complete stop.
system does not connect with the Car Wash Mode (Vehicle
wheels. To restart the propulsion 2. Shift to the desired gear. Off) - Driver Out of Vehicle
system when the vehicle is already 3. After releasing the shift lever, it To place the vehicle in N (Neutral)
moving, use N (Neutral) only. will return to the center with the vehicle off and unoccupied:
position.
1. Drive to the entrance of the
Caution
Car Wash Mode car wash.
The vehicle is not designed to This vehicle includes a Car Wash 2. Apply the brake pedal.
stay in N (Neutral) for extended Mode that allows the vehicle to 3. Open the door.
periods of time. It will remain in N (Neutral) for use in
automatically shift into P (Park). automatic car washes. 4. Shift to N (Neutral).

Car Wash Mode (Vehicle 5. Turn off the vehicle and release
To shift into N (Neutral): Off) - Driver In Vehicle the brake pedal.
1. From the center position, move To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) 6. The indicator should continue
the shift lever forward. If the with the vehicle off and occupied: to show N. If it does not, repeat
vehicle is in P (Park), apply the steps 2–5.
brake pedal and press the shift 1. Drive to the entrance of the
car wash. 7. Exit the vehicle and close the
lock release button while door. The vehicle is now ready
2. Apply the brake pedal. for the car wash.
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8. The vehicle may have 5. The indicator should continue To shift out of D (Drive):
automatically shifted to to show N. If it does not, repeat 1. Bring the vehicle to a
P (Park) upon reentry. steps 2–4. complete stop.
Car Wash Mode (Vehicle 6. Exit the vehicle and close the 2. Shift to the desired gear.
On) - Driver In Vehicle door. The vehicle is now ready
for the car wash. 3. After releasing the shift lever, it
To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) will return to the center
with the vehicle on and occupied: 7. The vehicle may have position.
automatically shifted to
1. Drive to the entrance of the P (Park) upon reentry.
car wash. Caution
D : This position is for normal
2. Apply the brake pedal. driving. If more power is needed for Spinning the tires excessively
3. Shift to N (Neutral). passing, press the accelerator may damage the electric drive
4. Release the brake pedal. pedal down. unit. The repair will not be
To shift into D (Drive): covered by the vehicle warranty.
5. The vehicle is now ready for
If you are stuck, do not spin the
the car wash. 1. Bring the vehicle to a
tires.
complete stop.
Car Wash Mode (Vehicle
On) - Driver Out of Vehicle 2. From the center position, move
the shift lever back. If the When stopping on a steep hill, use
To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) the brakes to hold the vehicle in
vehicle is in P (Park) press the
with the vehicle on and unoccupied: place.
shift lock release button on the
1. Drive to the entrance of the side of the shift lever, while When shifting to P (Park) on a hill,
car wash. moving the shift lever back. D use the brakes to hold the vehicle
2. Apply the brake pedal. is illuminated in red. then shift to P (Park).

3. Open the door. 3. After releasing the shift lever, it


will return to the center
4. Shift to N (Neutral).Then position.
release the brake pedal.
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L : This position reduces vehicle While driving on grades, One-Pedal Additional deceleration can be
speed without using the brakes. Use Driving may not be able to bring the achieved by using the Regen on
L (Low) on very steep hills, in deep vehicle to a complete stop or hold Demand paddle. See Regenerative
snow, in mud, or in stop-and-go the vehicle at a stop. Braking 0 212.
traffic. If the vehicle cannot maintain the
One-Pedal Driving grade while using One-Pedal
Driving, the Electric Parking
With One-Pedal Driving, the Brake (EPB) may apply to hold the
accelerator pedal can be used to vehicle stationary. To drive again,
control the deceleration of the press the accelerator pedal, and the
vehicle down to a complete stop. EPB will automatically disengage.
Completely lifting off the accelerator One-Pedal Driving may become
pedal will result in aggressive disabled and the vehicle may
deceleration. Slowly lifting off the continue to creep forward, or if
accelerator pedal will allow the stopped, may apply the EPB or shift
deceleration of the vehicle to be to P (Park). This can be caused by
adjusted as desired. the following:
To use One-Pedal Driving, place the . The driver door is open.
vehicle in L (Low). Press the
accelerator pedal to the desired . The driver seat belt is
speed. The deceleration provided by unbuckled.
One-Pedal Driving provides full . The vehicle has remained
regenerative braking and helps stationary for five minutes.
increase energy efficiency. The
brake lamps may come on when the . There is a problem with the
accelerator pedal is released or propulsion system.
during substantial deceleration from
regenerative braking.
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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it
becomes necessary to slam on the
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
brakes and continue braking to
Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a
the brake pedal down firmly and let
System (ABS) ABS work. You might hear the ABS
computer senses that the wheels
pump or motor operating and feel
are slowing down. If one of the
This vehicle has an Antilock Brake the brake pedal pulsate, but this is
wheels is about to stop rolling, the
System (ABS), an advanced normal.
computer will separately work the
electronic braking system that helps
brakes at each wheel. Braking in Emergencies
prevent a braking skid.
ABS can change the brake pressure ABS allows the driver to steer and
When propulsion is active and the
to each wheel, as required, faster brake at the same time. In many
vehicle begins to drive away, ABS
than any driver could. This can help emergencies, steering can help
checks itself. A momentary motor or
the driver steer around the obstacle more than even the very best
clicking noise might be heard while
while braking hard. braking.
this test is going on, and it might
even be noticed that the brake As the brakes are applied, the
pedal moves a little. This is normal. computer keeps receiving updates Electric Parking Brake
on wheel speed and controls
braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
the time needed to get a foot up to
the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you,
If there is a problem with ABS, this there will not be enough time to
warning light stays on. See Antilock apply the brakes if that vehicle
Brake System (ABS) Warning Light suddenly slows or stops. Always
0 124. leave enough room up ahead to
stop, even with ABS.
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The vehicle has an Electric Parking parking brake status light flashes normal, and is done to periodically
Brake (EPB). The EPB can always continuously, then the EPB is only check the correct operation of the
be activated, even if the vehicle partially applied or there is a EPB system.
is off. problem with the EPB. A DIC If the EPB fails to apply, block the
The system has a red parking brake message will display. Release the rear wheels to prevent vehicle
status light and an amber parking EPB and try to apply it again. If the movement.
brake warning light. light does not come on, or keeps
flashing, have the vehicle serviced. EPB Release
There are also parking brake-related Do not drive the vehicle if the red
Driver Information Center (DIC) To release the EPB:
parking brake status light is flashing.
messages. See your dealer. 1. Press POWER O to start the
In case of insufficient electrical If the amber parking brake warning vehicle.
power, the EPB cannot be applied light is on, lift up on the EPB switch 2. Apply and hold the brake
or released. and hold it up. Continue to hold the pedal.
Before leaving the vehicle, check switch until the red parking brake
status light remains on. If the amber 3. Press momentarily on the EPB
the red parking brake status light to switch.
ensure that the parking brake is parking brake warning light is still
applied. on, see your dealer. The EPB is released when the red
If the EPB is applied while the parking brake status light is off.
EPB Apply vehicle is moving, the vehicle will If the amber parking brake warning
To apply the EPB: decelerate as long as the switch is light is on, release the EPB by
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a held up. If the switch is held up until pressing down on the EPB switch
complete stop. the vehicle comes to a stop, the and holding it down. Continue to
EPB will remain applied. hold the switch until the red parking
2. Pull the EPB switch brake status light is off. If either light
momentarily. The vehicle may automatically apply
the EPB in some situations when stays on after release is attempted,
The red parking brake status light the vehicle is not moving. This is see your dealer.
will flash and then stay on once the
EPB is fully applied. If the red
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conditions where the driver has pressure to hold the vehicle
Caution quickly and forcefully applied the stationary. If HSA is holding the
brake pedal in an attempt to quickly vehicle, a DIC message displays.
Driving with the parking brake on stop or slow down the vehicle. The
can overheat the brake system HSA will not activate in a forward
stability system hydraulic brake drive gear when facing downhill,
and cause premature wear or control module increases brake
damage to brake system parts. or in R (Reverse) when facing uphill.
pressure at each corner of the
Make sure that the parking brake vehicle until the ABS activates.
is fully released and the brake Minor brake pedal pulsation or Regenerative Braking
warning light is off before driving. pedal movement during this time is Some braking energy from the
normal and the driver should moving vehicle is turned back into
continue to apply the brake pedal as electrical energy. This energy is
Automatic EPB Release
the driving situation dictates. The then stored back into the high
The EPB will automatically release if Brake Assist feature will voltage battery system, increasing
the vehicle is running, placed into automatically disengage when the energy efficiency.
gear, and an attempt is made to brake pedal is released or brake
drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration pedal pressure is quickly Regen on Demand
when the EPB is applied, to decreased.
preserve parking brake lining life.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Brake Assist The Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature
The Brake Assist feature is will activate when the vehicle is
designed to assist the driver in stopped on a moderate to steep
stopping or decreasing vehicle grade to help prevent it from rolling
speed in emergency driving in an unintended direction. After the
conditions. This feature uses the brake pedal has been released and
stability system hydraulic brake before the accelerator pedal has
control module to supplement the been pressed, HSA uses braking
power brake system under
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Regen on Demand allows increased Regen power limit is also displayed as a horizontal bar on the power
deceleration by pressing and as a horizontal bar on the power indicator gauge. See Power
holding the steering wheel paddle. indicator gauge. Indicator Gauge 0 120.
It works in D (Drive) and L (Low).
The accelerator pedal can be used Hill Top Reserve
to manage deceleration while using Hill Top Reserve enables
Regen on Demand. regenerative braking efficiency to be
Cruise control will turn off and the maximized when driving from a
brake lamps may come on when higher elevation immediately after
this feature is activated. charging. When turned on, this
feature will stop the charge before
If the vehicle is in D (Drive) and is the battery is full, allowing space for
brought to a complete stop while the energy from regenerative braking.
Regen on Demand paddle is held,
the vehicle will not creep forward This feature also integrates with the
when the paddle is released. The Location Based Charging feature,
accelerator pedal must be pressed allowing the system to be
to move the vehicle forward. See configured so it is enabled when at
“One-Pedal Driving” under Electric home (On - Home Only) or
Drive Unit 0 205. away (On - Away Only). See
“Location Based Charging” under
If the vehicle is on a steep grade, Programmable Charging 0 128.
the brake pedal must be used to
hold the vehicle. Regenerative power may be limited
when the battery is near full charge
Regenerative power may be limited or cold. The regen battery icon in
when the battery is near full charge the power indicator gauge will
or cold. The regen battery icon will appear gray when limited. The
appear gray when limited. The regen power limit is also displayed
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Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the
driver in keeping the vehicle on the
intended path.
Traction Control/
If cruise control is being used and
Electronic Stability TCS or StabiliTrak begins to limit
Control wheel spin, cruise control will
disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems
System Operation turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This
The vehicle has a Traction Control conditions allow. light will:
System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting
electronic stability control system. automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin.
These systems help limit wheel slip started and begins to move. The
and assist the driver in maintaining . Flash when StabiliTrak is
systems may be heard or felt while activated.
control, especially on slippery road they are operating or while
conditions. performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either
TCS activates if it senses that any is normal and does not mean there system is not working.
of the drive wheels are spinning or is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to
beginning to lose traction. When this It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the
happens, TCS applies the brakes to systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC), and
the spinning wheels and reduces conditions, but it may be necessary d comes on and stays on to
propulsion system power to limit to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive
wheel spin. stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in
StabiliTrak activates when the See “Turning the Systems Off and maintaining control. The vehicle is
vehicle senses a difference between On” later in this section. safe to drive, but driving should be
the intended path and the direction adjusted accordingly.
the vehicle is actually traveling. If d comes on and stays on:
StabiliTrak selectively applies
braking pressure to any one of the 1. Stop the vehicle.
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2. Turn the vehicle off and wait messages are displayed in the DIC.
15 seconds. Caution StabiliTrak can only be disabled
3. Start the vehicle. below 56 km/h (35 mph).
Do not repeatedly brake or
accelerate heavily when TCS is To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on
Drive the vehicle. If d comes on
off. The vehicle driveline could be again, press and release g. The
and stays on, the vehicle may need
more time to diagnose the problem. damaged. traction off light i and StabiliTrak
If the condition persists, see your OFF light g in the instrument cluster
dealer. To turn off only TCS, press and turn off.
Turning the Systems Off release g. The traction off light i Adding accessories can affect the
and On displays in the instrument cluster, vehicle performance. See
and the appropriate message is Accessories and Modifications
displayed in the DIC. 0 253.
To turn TCS on again, press and
release g. The traction off light i
displayed in the instrument cluster
will turn off.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g
is pressed, the system will not turn
off until the wheels stop spinning.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
press and hold g until the traction
off light i and StabiliTrak OFF light
g come on and stay on in the
instrument cluster. The appropriate
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Cruise Control disengage. See Traction Control/ 5 : Press to turn the cruise control
Electronic Stability Control 0 214. system on and off. A white indicator
The cruise control lets the vehicle If a collision alert occurs when comes on in the instrument cluster
maintain a speed of about 40 km/h cruise control is activated, cruise when cruise is turned on.
(25 mph) or more without keeping control is disengaged. See Forward
your foot on the accelerator. Cruise Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 222. * : Press to disengage cruise
control does not work at speeds When road conditions allow you to control without erasing the set
below 40 km/h (25 mph). safely use it again, cruise control speed from memory.
can be turned back on. +RES : If there is a set speed in
{ Warning If the brakes or the Regen on memory, press briefly to resume that
Demand paddle are applied, cruise speed or press and hold to
Cruise control can be dangerous control disengages. accelerate. If cruise control is
where you cannot drive safely at already active, use to increase
a steady speed. Do not use Cruise control will disengage if vehicle speed.
cruise control on winding roads or either TCS or StabiliTrak is
turned off. −SET : Press briefly to set the
in heavy traffic. speed and activate cruise control.
Cruise control can be dangerous If cruise control is already active,
on slippery roads. On such roads, use to decrease vehicle speed.
fast changes in tire traction can Setting Cruise Control
cause excessive wheel slip, and
you could lose control. Do not use If 5 is on when not in use, −SET or
cruise control on slippery roads. +RES could get bumped and go into
cruise when not desired. Keep 5
With the Traction Control System off when cruise is not being used.
(TCS) or Electronic Stability Control To set a speed:
(ESC), the system may begin to
limit wheel spin while you are using 1. Press 5 to turn the cruise
cruise control. If this happens, the system on.
cruise control will automatically
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2. Get up to the desired speed. Increasing Speed While Using . To slow down in small
3. Press and release −SET. The Cruise Control increments, briefly press −SET.
desired set speed briefly If the cruise control system is For each press, the vehicle goes
appears in the instrument already activated: about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower.
cluster. . Press and hold +RES until the The speedometer reading can be
4. Remove foot from the vehicle accelerates to the displayed in either English or metric
accelerator pedal. desired speed, then release it. units. See Instrument Cluster 0 115.
The increment value used depends
The cruise control indicator on the . To increase the speed in small on the units displayed.
instrument cluster turns green after increments, briefly press +RES.
cruise control has been set to the For each press, the vehicle goes Passing Another Vehicle While
desired speed. See Instrument about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. Using Cruise Control
Cluster 0 115. The speedometer reading can be Use the accelerator pedal to
Resuming a Set Speed displayed in either English or metric increase the vehicle speed. When
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 115. you take your foot off the pedal, the
If the cruise control is set at a The increment value used depends vehicle will slow down to the
desired speed and then the brakes on the units displayed. previous set cruise speed. While
are applied or * is pressed, the pressing the accelerator pedal or
cruise control is disengaged without Reducing Speed While Using shortly following the release to
erasing the set speed from memory. Cruise Control override cruise control, briefly
If the cruise control system is pressing −SET will result in cruise
Once the vehicle speed reaches control set to the current vehicle
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, already activated:
speed.
briefly press +RES. The vehicle . Press and hold −SET until the
returns to the previous set speed. desired lower speed is reached, Using Cruise Control on Hills
then release it. How well the cruise control works
on hills depends upon the vehicle
speed, load, and the steepness of
the hills. When going up steep hills,
you might have to step on the
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accelerator pedal to maintain the Driver Assistance
vehicle speed. When going Warning (Continued)
downhill, you might have to brake or Systems . Detect children,
shift to a lower gear to keep your
This vehicle may have features that pedestrians, bicyclists,
speed down. If the brake pedal is
work together to help avoid crashes or animals.
applied, cruise control will
or reduce crash damage while .
disengage. Detect vehicles or objects
driving, backing, and parking. Read
outside the area monitored
Ending Cruise Control this entire section before using
by the system.
these systems.
There are five ways to end cruise . Work at all driving speeds.
control:
. Step lightly on the brake pedal.
{ Warning . Warn you or provide you
with enough time to avoid a
Do not rely on the Driver
. Press *. Assistance Systems. These
crash.
. Shift the electric drive unit to . Work under poor visibility or
systems do not replace the need
N (Neutral). bad weather conditions.
for paying attention and driving
safely. You may not hear or see . Work if the detection sensor
. Press 5 to turn the cruise
alerts or warnings provided by is not cleaned or is covered
control system off completely. by ice, snow, mud, or dirt.
these systems. Failure to use
. Activate Regen on Demand. See proper care when driving may . Work if the detection sensor
“Regen on Demand” under result in injury, death, or vehicle is covered up, such as with
Regenerative Braking 0 212. damage. See Defensive Driving a sticker, magnet, or metal
Erasing Speed Memory 0 191. plate.
The cruise control set speed is Under many conditions, these . Work if the area surrounding
erased from memory if 5 is pressed systems will not: the detection sensor is
(Continued) damaged or not properly
or if the vehicle is turned off.
repaired.
(Continued)
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Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 1. View Displayed by the
Warning (Continued) Camera
When the vehicle is shifted into
Complete attention is always R (Reverse), the RVC displays an
required while driving, and you image of the area behind the vehicle
should be ready to take action in the infotainment display. The
and apply the brakes and/or steer previous screen displays when the
the vehicle to avoid crashes. vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse)
after a short delay. To return to the
previous screen sooner, press { on
Audible Alert
the center stack, shift into P (Park),
Some driver assistance features or reach a vehicle speed of
alert the driver of obstacles by approximately 12 km/h (8 mph).
beeping. To change the volume of 1. View Displayed by the
the warning chime, see “Comfort Turn D to adjust the display Camera
and Convenience” under Vehicle brightness while viewing the 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
Personalization 0 140. infotainment display. Displayed images may be farther or
closer than they appear. The area
Assistance Systems for displayed is limited and objects that
Parking or Backing are close to either corner of the
bumper or under the bumper do not
If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera display.
(RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA),
and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) A warning triangle may display to
may help the driver park or avoid show that RPA has detected an
objects. Always check around the object. This triangle changes from
vehicle when parking or backing. amber to red and increases in size
the closer the object.
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If d or a service message appears 1. Views Displayed by the
on the infotainment display, there Surround Vision Cameras
may be a camera malfunction. See 2. Area Not Shown
your dealer. Front Vision Camera
Surround Vision
If equipped, Surround Vision
displays an image of the area
surrounding the vehicle, along with
the front or rear camera views in the
infotainment display. The front
camera is in the grille or near the
front emblem, the side cameras are 1. Views Displayed by the
on the bottom of the outside mirrors, Surround Vision Cameras
and the rear camera is above the 2. Area Not Shown
license plate.

{ Warning If equipped, a view of the area in


The Surround Vision Cameras front of the vehicle appears in the
have blind spots and will not infotainment display. The front view
display all objects near the shows after shifting from
corners of the vehicle. Folding R (Reverse) to D (Drive) and when
side mirrors that are out of the vehicle is moving forward slower
position will not display surround than 8 km/h (5 mph).
view correctly. Always check
around the vehicle when parking
or backing.
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Blocked sensors will not detect
{ Warning objects and can also cause false
detections. Keep the sensors clean
The camera(s) do not display of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush;
children, pedestrians, bicyclists, and clean sensors after a car wash
crossing traffic, animals, or any in freezing temperatures.
other object outside of the
cameras’ field of view, below the
bumper, or under the vehicle.
{ Warning
Shown distances may be different The Parking Assist system does
from actual distances. Do not not detect children, pedestrians,
drive or park the vehicle using bicyclists, animals, or objects
only these camera(s). Always located below the bumper or that The instrument cluster may have a
check behind and around the are too close or too far from the Parking Assist display with bars that
vehicle before driving. Failure to vehicle. It is not available at show “distance to object” and object
use proper care may result in speeds greater than 8 km/h location information for RPA. As the
injury, death, or vehicle damage. (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, object gets closer, more bars light
or vehicle damage, even with up and the bars change color from
Parking Assist parking assist, always check the yellow to amber to red. When an
area around the vehicle and object is first detected in the rear,
If equipped with Rear Parking Assist check all mirrors before moving one beep will be heard from the
(RPA), as the vehicle moves at forward or backing. rear. When an object is very close,
speeds of less than 8 km/h (5 mph) <0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, five
the sensors on the bumpers may beeps will sound from the rear
detect objects up to 2.3 m (7.5 ft) depending on object location.
behind the vehicle within a zone of
25 cm (10 in) high off the ground
and below bumper level. These
detection distances may be shorter
during warmer or humid weather.
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Forward Collision Alert Warning (Continued)
If equipped, when the vehicle is (FCA) System
shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA uses does not warn of pedestrians,
If equipped, the FCA system may
a red warning triangle with a left or animals, signs, guardrails,
help to avoid or reduce the harm
right pointing arrow on the bridges, construction barrels,
caused by front-end crashes. When
infotainment display to warn of or other objects. Be ready to take
approaching a vehicle ahead too
traffic coming from the left or right. action and apply the brakes.
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
This system detects objects coming
alert on the windshield and rapidly
from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left
beeps. FCA also lights an amber Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
or right side of the vehicle. When an
visual alert if following another
object is detected, three beeps
vehicle much too closely. FCA
sound from the left or right,
detects vehicles within a distance of
depending on the direction of the
approximately 60 m (197 ft) and
detected vehicle.
operates at speeds above
8 km/h (5 mph).
Assistance Systems for
Driving { Warning FCA warnings will not occur unless
If equipped, when driving the the FCA system detects a vehicle
vehicle in a forward gear, Forward FCA is a warning system and
does not apply the brakes. When ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
Collision Alert (FCA), Lane the vehicle ahead indicator will
Departure Warning (LDW), Lane approaching a slower-moving or
display green. Vehicles may not be
Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly,
detected on curves, highway exit
Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert or when following a vehicle too ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility;
(LCA), Forward Automatic Braking closely, FCA may not provide a or if a vehicle ahead is partially
(FAB), and/or the Front Pedestrian warning with enough time to help blocked by pedestrians or other
Braking (FPB) System can help to avoid a crash. It also may not objects. FCA will not detect another
avoid a crash or reduce crash provide any warning at all. FCA vehicle ahead until it is completely
damage. (Continued) in the driving lane.
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When your vehicle approaches setting will remain until it is changed
{ Warning another detected vehicle too rapidly, and will affect the timing of both the
the red FCA display will flash on the Collision Alert and the Tailgating
FCA does not provide a warning windshield. Also, eight rapid Alert features. The timing of both
to help avoid a crash, unless it high-pitched beeps will sound from alerts will vary based on vehicle
detects a vehicle. FCA may not the front. When this Collision Alert speed. The faster the vehicle speed,
detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA occurs, the brake system may the farther away the alert will occur.
sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, prepare for driver braking to occur Consider traffic and weather
or ice, or if the windshield is more rapidly which can cause a conditions when selecting the alert
damaged. It may also not detect a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to timing. The range of selectable alert
vehicle on winding or hilly roads, apply the brake pedal as the driving timing may not be appropriate for all
or in conditions that can limit situation dictates. Cruise control drivers and driving conditions.
visibility such as fog, rain, may be disengaged when the
or snow, or if the headlamps or Collision Alert occurs. Following Distance Indication
windshield are not cleaned or in The following distance to a moving
Tailgating Alert vehicle you are following is
proper condition. Keep the
windshield, headlamps, and FCA The vehicle ahead indicator will indicated in following time in
sensors clean and in good repair. display amber when you are seconds on the Driver Information
following a detected vehicle ahead Center (DIC).
much too closely. The minimum following time is
Collision Alert
Selecting the Alert Timing 0.5 seconds away. If there is no
vehicle detected ahead, or the
The Collision Alert control is on the vehicle ahead is out of sensor
steering wheel. Press [ to set the range, dashes will be displayed.
FCA timing to far, medium, near,
or off. The first button press shows Unnecessary Alerts
the current control setting on the FCA may provide unnecessary
DIC. Additional button presses will alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in
change this setting. The chosen other lanes, objects that are not
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vehicles, or shadows. These alerts driving in a forward gear. Depending
are normal operation and the on the situation, the vehicle may Warning (Continued)
vehicle does not need service. automatically brake moderately or
. Detect a vehicle ahead on
hard. This forward automatic
Cleaning the System braking can only occur if a vehicle is winding or hilly roads.
If the FCA system does not seem to detected. This is shown by the FCA . Detect all vehicles,
operate properly, this may correct vehicle ahead indicator being lit. especially vehicles with a
the issue: See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) trailer, tractors, muddy
. Clean the outside of the System 0 222. vehicles, etc.
windshield in front of the The system works when driving in a . Detect a vehicle when
rearview mirror. forward gear between 8 km/h weather limits visibility, such
. Clean the entire front of the (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). as in fog, rain, or snow.
It can detect vehicles up to . Detect a vehicle ahead if it
vehicle.
approximately 60 m (197 ft). is partially blocked by
. Clean the headlamps.
pedestrians or other objects.
Forward Automatic
{ Warning Complete attention is always
FAB is an emergency crash required while driving, and you
Braking (FAB) should be ready to take action
preparation feature and is not
If the vehicle has Forward Collision designed to avoid crashes. Do and apply the brakes and/or steer
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which not rely on FAB to brake the the vehicle to avoid crashes.
includes Intelligent Brake vehicle. FAB will not brake
Assist (IBA). When the system outside of its operating speed
detects a vehicle ahead in your path FAB may slow the vehicle to a
range and only responds to complete stop to try to avoid a
that is traveling in the same
detected vehicles. potential crash. If this happens, FAB
direction that you may be about to
crash into, it can provide a boost to FAB may not: may engage the Electric Parking
braking or automatically brake the Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a
(Continued) stop. Release the EPB or firmly
vehicle. This can help avoid or
lessen the severity of crashes when press the accelerator pedal.
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Front Pedestrian Braking
{ Warning { Warning (FPB) System
FAB may automatically brake the IBA may increase vehicle braking If equipped, the FPB system may
vehicle suddenly in situations in situations when it may not be help avoid or reduce the harm
where it is unexpected and necessary. You could block the caused by front-end crashes with
undesired. It could respond to a flow of traffic. If this occurs, take nearby pedestrians when driving in
turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, your foot off the brake pedal and a forward gear. FPB displays an
signs, and other non-moving then apply the brakes as needed. amber indicator, ~, when a nearby
objects. To override FAB, firmly pedestrian is detected directly
press the accelerator pedal, if it is FAB and IBA can be disabled ahead. When approaching a
safe to do so. through vehicle personalization. See detected pedestrian too quickly,
“Collision/Detection Systems” under FPB provides a red flashing alert on
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) Vehicle Personalization 0 140. the windshield and rapidly beeps.
A system unavailable message may FPB can provide a boost to braking
IBA may activate when the brake or automatically brake the vehicle.
pedal is applied quickly by providing display if:
This system includes Intelligent
a boost to braking based on the . The front of the vehicle or Brake Assist (IBA), and the Forward
speed of approach and distance to windshield is not clean. Automatic Braking (FAB) System
a vehicle ahead. may also respond to pedestrians.
. Heavy rain or snow is interfering
Minor brake pedal pulsations or with object detection. See Forward Automatic Braking
pedal movement during this time is (FAB) 0 224.
. There is a problem with the
normal and the brake pedal should The FPB system can detect and
continue to be applied as needed. StabiliTrak system.
alert to pedestrians in a forward
IBA will automatically disengage The FAB system does not need gear at speeds between 8 km/h
only when the brake pedal is service. (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph).
released. During daytime driving, the system
detects pedestrians up to a distance
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of approximately 40 m (131 ft). directly in front of the vehicle, the
During nighttime driving, system Warning (Continued) pedestrian ahead indicator will
performance is very limited. display amber.
Be ready to take action and apply
the brakes. For more information, Front Pedestrian Alert
{ Warning see Defensive Driving 0 191.
FPB does not provide an alert or Keep the windshield, headlamps,
automatically brake the vehicle, and FPB sensor clean and in
unless it detects a pedestrian. good repair.
FPB may not detect pedestrians,
including children: FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert
. When the pedestrian is not and Brake through vehicle
directly ahead, fully visible, personalization. See “Collision/ When the vehicle approaches a
or standing upright, or when Detection Systems” under Vehicle pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the
part of a group. Personalization 0 140. red FPB alert display will flash on
the windshield. Eight rapid
. Due to poor visibility, Detecting the Pedestrian high-pitched beeps will sound from
including nighttime Ahead the front. When this Pedestrian Alert
conditions, fog, rain, occurs, the brake system may
or snow. prepare for driver braking to occur
. If the FPB sensor is blocked more rapidly which can cause a
by dirt, snow, or ice. brief, mild deceleration. Continue to
apply the brake pedal as needed.
. If the headlamps or Cruise control may be disengaged
windshield are not cleaned when the Front Pedestrian Alert
or in proper condition. occurs.
FPB alerts and automatic braking
(Continued) will not occur unless the FPB
system detects a pedestrian. When
a nearby pedestrian is detected
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Automatic Braking Side Blind Zone
If FPB detects it is about to crash
{ Warning Alert (SBZA)
into a pedestrian directly ahead, and FPB may alert or automatically If equipped, the SBZA system is a
the brakes have not been applied, brake the vehicle suddenly in lane-changing aid that assists
FPB may automatically brake situations where it is unexpected drivers with avoiding crashes that
moderately or brake hard. This can and undesired. It could falsely occur with moving vehicles in the
help to avoid some very low speed alert or brake for objects similar in side blind zone (or spot) areas.
pedestrian crashes or reduce shape or size to pedestrians, When the vehicle is in a forward
pedestrian injury. FPB can including shadows. This is normal gear, the left or right side mirror
automatically brake to detected operation and the vehicle does display will light up if a moving
pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph)
not need service. To override vehicle is detected in that blind
and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic
Automatic Braking, firmly press zone. If the turn signal is activated
braking levels may be reduced
the accelerator pedal, if it is safe and a vehicle is also detected on
under certain conditions, such as
to do so. the same side, the display will flash
higher speeds.
as an extra warning not to change
If this happens, Automatic Braking lanes. Since this system is part of
may engage the Electric Parking Automatic Braking can be disabled the Lane Change Alert (LCA)
Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a through vehicle personalization. See system, read the entire LCA section
stop. Release the EPB. A firm press “Front Pedestrian Detection” in before using this feature.
of the accelerator pedal will also “Collision/Detection Systems” under
release Automatic Braking and Vehicle Personalization 0 140.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
the EPB. Cleaning the System If equipped, the LCA system is a
If FPB does not seem to operate lane-changing aid that assists
properly, cleaning the outside of the drivers with avoiding lane change
windshield in front of the rearview crashes that occur with moving
mirror may correct the issue. vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
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behind. The LCA warning display LCA Detection Zones How the System Works
will light up in the corresponding
The LCA symbol lights up in the
outside mirror and will flash if the
side mirrors when the system
turn signal is on.
detects a moving vehicle in the next
lane over that is in the side blind
{ Warning zone or rapidly approaching that
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol
LCA does not alert the driver to indicates it may be unsafe to
vehicles outside of the system change lanes. Before making a lane
detection zones, pedestrians, change, check the LCA display,
bicyclists, or animals. It may not check mirrors, glance over your
provide alerts when changing 1. SBZA Detection Zone shoulder, and use the turn signals.
lanes under all driving conditions. 2. LCA Detection Zone
Failure to use proper care when
The LCA sensor covers a zone of
changing lanes may result in approximately one lane over from
injury, death, or vehicle damage. both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
Before making a lane change, (11 ft). The height of the zone is
always check mirrors, glance over approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
your shoulder, and use the turn and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror
signals. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Display Display
warning area starts at approximately
the middle of the vehicle and goes When the vehicle is started, both
back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also outside mirror LCA displays will
warned of vehicles rapidly briefly come on to indicate the
approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft) system is operating. When the
behind the vehicle. vehicle is in a forward gear, the left
or right side mirror display will light
up if a moving vehicle is detected in
the next lane over in that blind zone
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or rapidly approaching that zone. interfere with the detection of approaching this zone and the
If the turn signal is activated in the vehicles. This is normal system system is clean, the system may
same direction as a detected operation; the vehicle does not need need service. Take the vehicle to
vehicle, this display will flash as an service. your dealer.
extra warning not to change lanes. LCA may not always alert the driver
LCA can be disabled through to vehicles in the next lane over, Lane Departure
vehicle personalization. See especially in wet conditions or when Warning (LDW)
“Collision/Detection Systems” under driving on sharp curves. The system
If equipped, LDW may help avoid
Vehicle Personalization 0 140. does not need to be serviced. The
crashes due to unintentional lane
If LCA is disabled by the driver, the system may light up due to
departures. It may provide a
LCA mirror displays will not light up. guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and
warning if the vehicle is crossing a
other non-moving objects. This is
When the System Does Not detected lane marking without using
normal system operation; the
Seem to Work Properly a turn signal in the lane departure
vehicle does not need service.
direction. Since this system is part
The LCA system requires some LCA may not operate when the LCA of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
driving for the system to calibrate to sensors in the left or right corners of system, read the entire LKA section
maximum performance. This the rear bumper are covered with before using this feature.
calibration may occur more quickly if mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in
the vehicle is driven on a straight heavy rainstorms. For cleaning
highway road with traffic and
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
instructions, see "Washing the
roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 309. If equipped, LKA may help avoid
barriers). If the DIC still displays the system crashes due to unintentional lane
LCA displays may not come on unavailable message after cleaning departures. It may assist by gently
when passing a vehicle quickly or both sides of the vehicle toward the turning the steering wheel if the
for a stopped vehicle. LCA may alert rear corners of the vehicle, see your vehicle approaches a detected lane
to objects attached to the vehicle, dealer. marking without using a turn signal
such as a bicycle, or object in that direction. It may also provide
If the LCA displays do not light up a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
extending out to either side of the when moving vehicles are in the
vehicle. Attached objects may also system alert as the lane marking is
side blind zone or rapidly
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crossed. The LKA system will not
assist or provide an LDW alert if it Warning (Continued) { Warning
detects that you are actively
steering. Override LKA by turning not in proper condition, or if Using LKA on slippery roads
the steering wheel. LKA uses a the sun shines directly into could cause loss of control of the
camera to detect lane markings the camera. vehicle and a crash. Turn the
between 60 km/h (37 mph) and . Detect road edges. system off.
155 km/h (96 mph). . Detect lanes on winding or
hilly roads. How the System Works
{ Warning If LKA only detects lane markings The LKA camera sensor is on the
The LKA system does not on one side of the road, it will windshield ahead of the rearview
continuously steer the vehicle. only assist or provide an LDW mirror.
It may not keep the vehicle in the alert when approaching the lane To turn LKA on and off, press A
lane or give a Lane Departure on the side where it has detected on the steering wheel.
Warning (LDW) alert, even if a a lane marking. Even with LKA
lane marking is detected. The and LDW, you must steer the When on, A is green if LKA is
LKA and LDW systems may not: vehicle. Always keep your available to assist and provide LDW
attention on the road and alerts. It may assist by gently
. Provide an alert or enough
maintain proper vehicle position turning the steering wheel and
steering assist to avoid a
lane departure or crash.
within the lane, or vehicle display A as amber if the vehicle
damage, injury, or death could approaches a detected lane marking
. Detect lane markings under occur. Always keep the without using a turn signal in that
poor weather or visibility windshield, headlamps, and direction. It may also provide an
conditions. This can occur if camera sensors clean and in LDW alert by flashing A amber
the windshield or good repair. Do not use LKA in
headlamps are blocked by as the lane marking is crossed.
bad weather conditions.
dirt, snow, or ice, if they are
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Additionally, there may be three LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts Charging
beeps on the right or left, depending may occur due to tar marks,
on the lane departure direction. shadows, cracks in the road,
temporary or construction lane When to Charge
The LKA system does not
continuously steer the vehicle. markings, or other road When the high voltage battery is
If LKA does not detect active driver imperfections. This is normal system getting low, charging messages may
steering, an alert and chime may be operation; the vehicle does not need display.
provided. Move the steering wheel service. Turn LKA off if these
conditions continue. The CHARGE VEHICLE SOON
to dismiss. message indicates that the driving
range is low and the vehicle needs
When the System Does Not
to be charged soon. As the charge
Seem to Work Properly level drops, the PROPULSION
The system performance may be POWER IS REDUCED message is
affected by: displayed and the accelerator pedal
. Close vehicles ahead. response is reduced. In addition, the
remaining range value will change
. Sudden lighting changes, such to LOW indicating the vehicle
as when driving through tunnels. should be charged immediately.
. Banked roads. When the energy is fully depleted,
. Roads with poor lane markings, the OUT OF ENERGY, CHARGE
such as two-lane roads. VEHICLE NOW message displays
and the vehicle slows to a stop.
If the LKA system is not functioning Brake and steering assist will still
properly when lane markings are operate. Once the vehicle has
clearly visible, cleaning the stopped, turn the vehicle off.
windshield may help.
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Plug-In Charging Charge times will vary based on The vehicle does not require indoor
battery condition, charge level, and charging area ventilation before,
This section explains the process outside temperature. See during, or after charging.
for charging the high voltage battery. Programmable Charging 0 128 for
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in The vehicle cannot be driven while
charge mode selection. the charge cord is plugged into the
temperature extremes for long
periods without being driven or If equipped, the vehicle can be vehicle.
plugged in. It is recommended that charged using DC charging
equipment typically found at service Charging Override
the vehicle be plugged in when
temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) stations and other public locations. A CHARGING OVERRIDE/
and above 32 °C (90 °F) to When using a DC charging station INTERRUPTION OCCURRED
maximize high voltage battery life. with at least 80 kW of available message may display to indicate
power, it will take approximately that a charging override or
When using a 120-volt AC electrical interruption has occurred due to one
outlet, it will take approximately 30 minutes to recharge from a
depleted battery to an estimated or more of the following events:
50 hours to charge the vehicle from
a fully depleted battery with the 145 km (90 mi) of driving range. . Override of the charge settings
12 amp AC current setting, allowing This time estimate is applicable to by the owner.
approximately 6 km (4 mi) for every nominal temperature ranges. In . Unintended interruption of AC
hour of charging. extreme hot or cold conditions, this
power at the vehicle's
time may be lengthened. A full
When using a 240-volt charging charge port.
charge will take additional time.
station, it will take approximately . Interruption of charging by the
9.5 hours to charge the vehicle with The charging system may run fans
utility company.
the 32 amp setting, allowing and pumps that result in sounds
approximately 40 km (25 mi) for from the vehicle while it is turned There are several screens that will
every hour of charging. off. Additionally, clicking sounds display depending on the current
may be caused by the electrical charging status. See Programmable
devices used while charging. Charging 0 128.
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A loss of AC power alert may sound
for a short time if AC power is lost
for over one minute. This sound
alert can be turned off. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 140.
AC Charging

2. Push the rearward edge of the 3. Open the liftgate, lift the load
charge port door and release to floor cover, and remove the
open the door. charge cord.
AC Charge Cord Vehicle Plug In cold weather conditions, ice 4. Plug the charge cord into the
may form around the charge electrical outlet. Verify the
Start Charge
port door. Remove ice from the charge cord status and select
1. Make sure the vehicle is area before attempting to open the appropriate charge level.
parked. or close the charge port door. See Electrical Requirements
for Battery Charging 0 248.
See Charge Cord 0 241. See
“Charge Current Limit
Selection” under
Programmable Charging 0 128.
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this feature, see “Energy charge station, the power cable
Settings” under Energy connected to the vehicle must be
Information 0 135. less than 10 m (33 ft) in length.
End Charge Follow the steps listed on the
charging station to perform a DC
1. Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle charge.
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert. If for any reason DC charging does
not begin or is interrupted, check
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the the DC charge station display for
charge cord from the vehicle. messages. Unplug to restart the DC
Unlock the vehicle plug of the charge process.
charge cord from the vehicle by
5. Plug in the AC vehicle plug of pressing the button on the top Start Charge
the charge cord into the charge of the charge cord plug. 1. Make sure the vehicle is
port on the vehicle. Make sure 3. Close the charge port door by parked.
the AC vehicle plug is fully pressing firmly in the center
connected to the AC charge 2. Push the rearward edge of the
until it latches. charge port door and release to
port. If it is not properly seated,
the charge may not occur. 4. Unplug the charge cord from open the door.
the electrical outlet. In cold weather conditions, ice
6. Verify that the Charging Status
Indicator illuminates on top of 5. Place the charge cord into the may form around the charge
the instrument panel and an storage compartment. port door. The charge port door
audible chirp occurs. See may not open on the first
DC Charging (If Equipped) attempt. Remove ice from the
Charging Status Feedback
0 236. DC Charging Station Hardware area and repeat attempting to
open the charge port door.
7. To arm the charge cord theft Check the charge station DC
alert, lock the vehicle twice with vehicle plug for compatibility with
the RKE transmitter. To disarm the DC charge port on this vehicle.
When recharging at a DC fast
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brake will automatically apply To stop the charge when inside the
once the charge process has vehicle, you may use the stop
been started. charging button on the Charging
6. Once charging, the DC vehicle screen. See Programmable
plug will be locked to the DC Charging 0 128.
charge port and cannot be There is also an available mobile
disconnected while charging is app with several charging functions.
active. See KeyPass 0 45.
7. Verify that the Charging Status Stop Charge — Automatic
Indicator illuminates on top of
the instrument panel and an When the vehicle no longer needs
audible chirp occurs. See to use power from the charging
3. Unlatch the DC charging dust Charging Status Feedback station, it will stop charging and the
cover and lower it fully. 0 236. DC vehicle plug will be unlocked
from the DC charge port.
4. Plug in the DC vehicle plug into
the DC charge port on the Caution Energy can still be consumed from
vehicle. Make sure that the DC the charging station when the
vehicle plug is fully connected Do not attempt to disconnect the vehicle’s displays and indicators
to the DC charge port. If it is DC vehicle plug while charging is show that the battery is fully
not properly seated then the active. This action may damage charged. This is to ensure the
charge may not occur. Proper vehicle or charging station battery is in optimal temperature
plug connection can be hardware. operating range to maximize vehicle
checked by information on range. See Programmable Charging
the DIC. 0 128.
Stop Charge
5. Follow the steps listed on the
charging station to start Controls on the charging station can
charging. The electric parking be used to stop the charge process
at any time.
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End Charge Delayed Charging Charging Status
1. Wait until the charging process Override Feedback
has been fully stopped, the
vehicle plug is unlocked, and To temporarily override a delayed
the Charging Status Indicator is charge event, unplug the charge
solid green or off. cord from the charge port and then
plug it back in within five seconds.
If the vehicle plug does not A single audible chirp will sound
unlock from the vehicle charge and charging will begin immediately.
port after a charge, contact
Roadside Assistance for To cancel a temporary override,
assistance. See Roadside unplug the charge cord, wait for
Assistance Program 0 334. 10 seconds, and then plug the
charge cord back in. A double
2. Unplug the DC vehicle plug audible chirp will sound and
from the DC charge port on the charging will be delayed.
vehicle and close the dust
cover. See Programmable Charging 0 128 The vehicle has a Charging Status
for advanced charge scheduling Indicator (CSI) at the center of the
3. Close the charge port door by options. instrument panel near the
pressing firmly in the center
windshield. When the vehicle is
until it latches.
plugged in and the vehicle power is
4. The electric parking brake off, the CSI indicates the following:
should be manually
. Short Flashing Green – Vehicle
disengaged before driving the
is plugged in. Battery is not fully
vehicle.
charged. Flash rate increases
5. To start another DC charge, from one to four flashes as
remove the DC vehicle plug battery charges.
and reconnect.
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. Long Flashing Green – Vehicle If the vehicle is plugged in and the
is plugged in. Battery is not fully CSI is off, a total utility interruption
charged. Battery charging is or a charging fault has been
delayed. detected. See Utility Interruption of
. Solid Green – Vehicle is plugged Charging 0 247 or “Charge Cord
in. Battery is fully charged. Status Indicators” in Charge Cord
0 241.
. Solid Yellow – Vehicle is plugged
in. It is normal for the CSI to turn A message displays if the vehicle is
yellow for a few seconds after not able to charge.
plugging in a compatible charge Following is the vehicle feedback
cord. The solid yellow may be when the charge cord is plugged in.
extended depending on the
vehicle and if there is a total
utility interruption. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 247.
This may also indicate that the
charging system has detected a
fault and will not charge the
battery. See “Charge Cord
Status Indicators” in Charge
Cord 0 241.
If the vehicle is plugged in and
vehicle power is on, the CSI will
flash or will be solid green,
depending on the charge level.
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Charging Status
Sound Action/Reason
Indicator
Short Flashing Green One audible chirp Vehicle is charging.
(Flash rate increases
from one to four as the
battery charges)
Long Flashing Green Two audible chirps Charging is delayed by Programmable
Charging or, if the vehicle is equipped
accordingly, by a total utility interruption.
Charging will begin later. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 247.
Short Flashing Green Two audible chirps Vehicle is charging but will delay by
(From one to four Programmable Charging at least once
flashes depending on before the charge is complete.
charge level)
Solid Green None Charging is complete.
Yellow (Upon Plug-in) None Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is
preparing to charge.
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Charging Status
Sound Action/Reason
Indicator
Yellow (For Extended None Charge cord is OK, but the vehicle is not
Time Period after charging. This may be due to a total utility
Plug-in) interruption and charging will begin later.
This may also occur if the vehicle has
detected a high voltage charging system
fault.
See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 247 or
Service Vehicle Soon Light 0 123.
Short Flashing Green Four audible chirps Insufficient time to fully charge by departure
(From one to four time due to the selected rate preference.
flashes depending on To increase the battery state of charge at
charge level) or Long the departure time perform a delayed
Flashing Green charging override. See Delayed Charging
Override 0 236.
None (Upon Plug-in) None Charge cord connection should be checked.
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Charging Status
Sound Action/Reason
Indicator
None (After Green or None Charge cord connection should be checked.
Yellow CSI Indication If connection is good, this may be due to a
Observed) power failure or a total utility interruption
and charging will begin later. This may also
occur if the vehicle has detected a high
voltage charging system fault.
See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 247 or
Service Vehicle Soon Light 0 123.
None Repeated audible chirps Electricity has been interrupted before
charging was complete. Repeated chirps
will stop if power is restored within
90 seconds.
None Three audible chirps Charge port door is open.

To disable this feature, see “Charge To stop this alert, do one of the . Press and hold 7 on the RKE
Power Loss Alert” in Energy following: transmitter, then press again to
Information 0 135. . Unplug the charge cord. stop the panic alarm.
. Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Press the horn pad.
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Charge Cord protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
IMPORTANT SAFETY continuous load.
INSTRUCTIONS
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or may be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
This symbol indicates risk of use if the electrical outlet/plug is
electrical shock if misused. hot, then have the electrical
1. Wall Plug outlet serviced by a qualified
See Radio Frequency Statement 2. Status Indicators electrician.
0 340. 3. Vehicle Plug . When outdoors, plug into an
A portable charge cord used to 4. Release Button electrical outlet that is
charge the vehicle high voltage weatherproof while in use.
battery is stored under the load floor Important Information about
in the rear cargo area. Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . Mount the charge cord to reduce
. Charging an electric vehicle can strain on the electrical
stress a building’s electrical outlet/plug.
system more than a typical . Do not place the charge cord in
household appliance. a position where it is expected to
. Before plugging into any be submerged in water.
electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
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{ Danger { Warning { Warning


Improper use of portable electric When using electric products, . To reduce the risk of fire,
vehicle charge cords may cause basic precautions should always installations shall comply
a fire, electrical shock, or burns, be followed, including the with the requirements of
and may result in damage to following: National Electric Code,
property, serious injury, or death. ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA),
. Read all the safety warnings
Canadian Electrical Code
. Do not use extension cords, and instructions before CSA 22.1 and IEC 60364 –
multi-outlet power strips, using this product. Failure to Electrical installations in
splitters, grounding follow the warnings and the buildings, depending on the
adaptors, surge protectors, instructions may result in region in which the unit is
or similar devices. electric shock, fire, and/or being installed. The installer
. Do not use an electrical serious injury. shall comply with any
outlet that is worn or . Never leave children additional local
damaged, or will not hold unattended near the vehicle requirements mandated by
the plug firmly in place. while the vehicle is charging the country and/or
. Do not use an electrical and never allow children to municipality.
play with the charge cord. . Do not use this product if
outlet that is not properly
grounded. . If the plug provided does the flexible power cord or
. Do not use an electrical not fit the electrical outlet, the electric vehicle cable is
do not modify the plug. frayed, has broken
outlet that is on a circuit with
Arrange for a qualified insulation, or shows any
other electrical loads.
electrician to inspect the other signs of damage.
electrical outlet. . For Canada only: Not for
. Do not put fingers into the use in commercial garages.
electric vehicle connector. (Continued)
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Charge Cord Status Indicators
Warning (Continued)
After plugging in the charge cord, it
. Do not use this product if will perform a quick self test.
the enclosure or the vehicle Verify the charge cord status. When
plug is broken, cracked,
open, or shows any other the O indicator is lit solid green,
indication of damage. the charge cord is ready to charge
the vehicle.
. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate electrical The charge cord utilizes a
outlet that is properly combination of the O and P
installed in accordance with indicators to display the status of
all local codes and the charge cord per the following
ordinances. Do not modify table.
the plug provided with the
product. If the plug does not
fit the electrical outlet, have
a proper electrical outlet
installed by a qualified
electrician. If ground is
missing, the charge cord
indicators will indicate an
electrical system fault and
the vehicle may not charge.
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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event

O ( No Faults: The charge cord is receiving power from the


@
Solid Green Off (No Light) electrical outlet and is ready to supply it to the vehicle.

Electrical Outlet/Plug Fault: The charge cord has detected


that the electrical outlet/plug overheated. Electrical outlets
may wear out with normal usage or may be damaged over
time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
n O
Rpb Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn, damaged, or one
Flashing Green Solid Red
that will not hold the plug firmly in place. Use another
electrical outlet or have the electrical outlet serviced by a
qualified electrician. Reset the charge cord by unplugging
the charge cord from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it.
Electrical System Fault: The charge cord has detected a
missing or improper ground within the building's electrical
( O
R o system. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly
Off (No Light) Solid Red
grounded. Use another electrical outlet or have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the building's electrical system.
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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event

Vehicle Fault: The charge cord ground-fault circuit interrupter


(GFCI) has tripped. Ensure that there is no physical damage
to the charge cord, and that the vehicle plug is seated
( n
Rb completely and making a good connection. Reset the charge
Off (No Light) Flashing Red
cord by unplugging it from the electrical outlet and
re-plugging it. If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer
for service.
Charge Cord Fault: The charge cord has detected a potential
O n problem with the charge cord. Reset the charge cord by
Rm
Solid Green Flashing Red unplugging it from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it.
If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service.

If no status indicators are lit, ensure


the electrical outlet is powered. { Warning Warning (Continued)
Charge Limit Selection Using a charge level that exceeds lowest charge level if the
the electrical circuit or electrical electrical circuit or electrical outlet
Charge level selection can be made
outlet capacity may start a fire or capacity is not known.
using the Charge Mode tab on the
Charging screen on the infotainment damage the electrical circuit. Use
display. See “Charge Current Limit the lowest charge level until a
Grounding Instructions
Selection” under Programmable qualified electrician inspects the
Charging 0 128. electrical circuit capacity. Use the The charge circuit must be
grounded. If this charge circuit
(Continued)
should malfunction or break down,
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grounding provides a path of least Mounting Instructions
resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock.
This product is equipped with a cord
that has an equipment grounding
conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

{ Warning 3. Mark and drill the mounting


holes in a wall stud or suitable
Improper connection of the
1. Identify an appropriate location structure. Stay away from any
charge cord ground may cause power source.
for the charge cord.
electrical shock. Check with a
qualified electrician if there is 2. Locate a mounting support, Space the holes 18.7 cm
doubt as to whether the charge such as a wall stud. (7 3/8 in) apart.
circuit is properly grounded. Do The appropriate height for 4. Install the mounting screws in
not modify the plug provided with mounting the charge cord is the wall surface leaving the
the product. If it will not fit the 91 cm (36 in) from the floor. head of the screws 5 mm
electrical outlet, have a proper (3/16 in) from the surface.
electrical outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
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Lock Feature When electrical grid power is
completely blocked, the vehicle will
delay charging until the utility
interruption has expired. The vehicle
should be left plugged in so that the
vehicle can automatically begin
charging.
Changing the charge mode to
Immediate or performing a delayed
charging override will not disable a
utility interruption.
A lock can be added to the vehicle
plug for additional security. A pop-up will appear in the
5. Securely mount the charge infotainment display while starting
cord on to the screws. FCC Information the vehicle following any utility
6. Connect the wall plug to the interruption. See “Charging
See Radio Frequency Statement
electrical outlet. Interrupted or Overridden Pop-Up”
0 340. under Programmable Charging
7. Connect the vehicle plug to the 0 128.
charge port. Utility Interruption of
A message will display on the
Charging instrument cluster indicating that a
This vehicle will respond to requests utility interruption has occurred.
through the utility company to limit
or completely block electrical power
grid usage. This feature is inactive
during DC charging. A utility
interruption of charging will lengthen
the vehicle charge time.
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Charging Station Electrical Requirements Caution
Troubleshooting for Battery Charging
If the vehicle does not charge after This vehicle is capable of being Do not use portable or stationary
being plugged in to a residential charged with most standard vehicle backup generating equipment to
240-volt charging station: charging equipment that complies charge the vehicle. This may
1. Verify that the charge mode is with one or more of the following: cause damage to the vehicle's
set to Immediate. charging system. Only charge the
. SAE J1772
vehicle from utility supplied
2. Verify that the charging . SAE J2847-2 power.
station’s circuit breaker has not
been tripped. . IEC 61851-1
3. Plug the portable charge cord . IEC 61851-22
into the wall outlet, verify that . IEC 61851-23
the indicator light on the charge
cord is solid green, and . IEC 61851-24
connect it to the vehicle. See . IEC 62196-1
“Charge Cord Status
. IEC 62196-2
Indicators” in Charge Cord
0 241. . IEC 62196-3
4. If the vehicle charges with the . ISO 15118
portable charge cord, there The portable charge cord requires a
may be a problem with the minimum circuit capacity of
charging station. Try to charge 120 volts and 15 amps.
the vehicle with a different
240-volt charging station, such
as a public station. If both
attempts charge the vehicle,
contact the charging station
manufacturer.
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Trailer Towing Conversions and Caution
Add-Ons
General Towing Some electrical equipment can
Information damage the vehicle or cause
Add-On Electrical components to not work and
The vehicle is neither designed nor Equipment would not be covered by the
intended to tow a trailer. 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 Service Vehicle Soon vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
vehicle is not operating.
Light 0 123. A device connected
to the DLC — such as an When adding electrical equipment, it
aftermarket fleet or should only be connected using the
driver-behavior tracking device — accessory power outlets. The
may interfere with vehicle maximum power that can be
systems. This could affect vehicle supplied by one accessory power
operation and cause a crash. outlet or spread across all three is
Such devices may also access 200 watts or 15 amps. Exceeding
200 watts or 15 amps may cause
information stored in the vehicle’s
erratic vehicle operation.
systems.
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The vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to add anything
electrical to the vehicle, see
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle 0 81 and Adding Equipment
to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
0 81.
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Vehicle Care Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Tire Pressure Monitor
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Tire Pressure Monitor
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
General Information Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . 266 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 252 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
California Proposition Stoplamps, and Back-Up When It Is Time for New
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
California Perchlorate License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 267 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Materials Requirements . . . . . 253 Different Size Tires and
Accessories and Electrical System Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 High Voltage Devices and Uniform Tire Quality
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Vehicle Checks Electrical System Overload . . . 268
Doing Your Own Wheel Alignment and Tire
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 269 Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Underhood Compartment Fuse
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 293
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Underhood Compartment Instrument Panel Fuse
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Tire Sealant and
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Wheels and Tires Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Storing the Tire Sealant and
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Battery - North America . . . . . . 261 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Jump Starting
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 263 Self-Sealing Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Jump Starting - North
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 278 America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Headlamp Aiming Tire Terminology and Towing the Vehicle
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Bulb Replacement Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Recreational Vehicle
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
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Appearance Care General Information California Proposition
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 65 Warning
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 For service and parts needs, visit
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 your dealer. You will receive
genuine GM parts and GM-trained { Warning
and supported service people.
Most motor vehicles, including
Genuine GM parts have one of this one, as well as many of its
these marks:
service parts and fluids, contain
and/or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Engine
exhaust, many parts and
systems, many fluids, and some
component wear by-products
contain and/or emit these
chemicals. For more information
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.

See Battery - North America 0 261


and Jump Starting - North America
0 302 and the back cover.
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California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks
caused by modifying vehicle height
Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be
Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own
applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components
Service Work
initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the
and lithium batteries contained in
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
installation or use of non-GM { Warning
certified parts, including control
may contain perchlorate materials. module or software modifications, is Never try to do your own service
Special handling may be necessary. not covered under the terms of the on high voltage battery
For additional information, see vehicle warranty and may affect components. You can be injured
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ remaining warranty coverage for and the vehicle can be damaged
perchlorate. affected parts. if you try to do your own service
work. Service and repair of these
Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to
complement and function with other high voltage battery components
Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your should only be performed by a
dealer to accessorize the vehicle trained dealer technician with the
Adding non-dealer accessories or
making modifications to the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories proper knowledge and tools.
can affect vehicle performance and installed by a dealer technician. Exposure to high voltage can
safety, including such things as Also, see Adding Equipment to the cause shock, burns, and even
airbags, braking, stability, ride and Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 81. death. The high voltage
handling, emissions systems, components in the vehicle can
aerodynamics, durability, and only be serviced by technicians
electronic systems like antilock with special training.
brakes, traction control, and stability
control. These accessories or (Continued)
modifications could even cause
malfunction or damage not covered
by the vehicle warranty.
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proper service manual, see Service
Warning (Continued) Publications Ordering Information
0 339.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not This vehicle has an airbag system.
remove, open, take apart, Before attempting to do your own
or modify these components. service work, see Servicing the
High voltage cable or wiring has Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 81.
orange covering. Do not probe, Keep a record with all parts receipts
tamper with, cut, or modify high and list the mileage and the date of
voltage cable or wiring. any service work performed. See
Maintenance Records 0 327.

Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle


{ Warning To open the hood:
and locate the secondary
release lever under the front
It can be dangerous to work on center of the hood. Push the
your vehicle if you do not have secondary hood release lever
the proper knowledge, service to the right to disengage.
manual, tools, or parts. Always
follow owner’s manual procedures
and consult the service manual
for your vehicle before doing any
service work. 1. Pull the release handle with
this symbol. It is below the
instrument panel outboard of
If doing some of your own service the steering wheel.
work, use the proper service
manual. It tells you much more
about how to service the vehicle
than this manual can. To order the
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must lock into place when
returning it to the retainer to
prevent hood damage.
3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in)
above the vehicle and release
it so it fully latches. Check to
make sure the hood is firmly
closed. Repeat the process if
necessary.

3. Lift the hood and release the


hood prop rod from its retainer
above the radiator support.
Place the prop rod securely
into the slot in the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, check
that all filler caps are properly
installed. Then, lift the hood to
relieve pressure on the
hood prop.
2. Remove the hood prop from
the slot in the hood and return
it to its retainer above the
radiator support. The prop rod
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Underhood Compartment Overview
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1. Windshield Washer Fluid Cooling System until the correct temperature is
Reservoir. See Washer Fluid reached. If the temperature falls
0 258. It is not necessary to regularly below this temperature, a high
check coolant unless a leak is voltage heater, located outside the
2. Cabin Heating Coolant suspected or an unusual noise is
Reservoir. See Cooling System battery on a cradle, heats the
heard. A coolant loss could indicate coolant until the correct temperature
0 257. a problem. Have it inspected and is reached.
3. High Voltage Battery Coolant repaired by your dealer.
Reservoir. See Cooling System Single Power Inverter Module
The following explains the cooling
0 257. systems and how to check coolant (SPIM), Accessory Power
4. HPDM (High Power Distribution levels. Module (APM), and Charger
Module). Module
. High Voltage Battery
5. APM (Accessory Power The SPIM, APM, and charger
. Single Power Inverter Module
Module), OBCM (On-Board module are cooled using a separate
(SPIM), Accessory Power coolant loop. These modules are
Charging Module). Module (APM), and Charger kept below a maximum temperature.
6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Module If the temperature rises above this
Brake Fluid 0 260. . Cabin Heating temperature, the electric cooling fan
7. SPIM, APM, and Charger will turn on to cool the coolant.
Module Coolant Reservoir. See
High Voltage Battery
During vehicle operation and also
Cabin Heating
Cooling System 0 257.
during charging, the high voltage The cabin heating coolant is cooled
8. Battery. See Battery - North
battery cells in the vehicle are kept using a separate coolant loop.
America 0 261.
within a normal operating
9. Underhood Compartment Fuse temperature range. If the
Block. Underhood temperature rises above this
Compartment Fuse Block temperature, the battery cooling
0 270. system turns on the air conditioning
compressor and cools the coolant
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Hybrid Cooling System Washer Fluid
Pressure Caps
What to Use
The hybrid cooling system
reservoirs have tamper resistant When windshield washer fluid is
pressure caps. The coolant should needed, be sure to read the
only be serviced by a qualified manufacturer's instructions before
technician. use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature may fall
Checking Coolant below freezing, use a fluid that has
The coolant needs to be replaced at sufficient protection against
the appropriate interval. See freezing.
Maintenance Schedule 0 320. Adding Washer Fluid
The coolant reservoirs are in the 1. Cabin Heating Coolant
underhood compartment. See Reservoir
Underhood Compartment Overview 2. High Voltage Battery
0 256. Coolant Reservoir
3. SPIM, APM, and Charger
Module Coolant Reservoir
1. Park on a level surface and
turn the vehicle off. Open the cap with the washer
2. After the system has symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
completely cooled, check that the tank is full. See Underhood
the coolant level is at the cold Compartment Overview 0 256 for
fill mark on the reservoirs. reservoir location.
3. If the coolant level is not visible
or needs to be adjusted within
the reservoirs, contact your
dealer.
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Caution Caution (Continued) Caution


. Do not use washer fluid that for fluid expansion if Continuing to drive with worn-out
contains any type of water freezing occurs, which could brake pads could result in costly
repellent coating. This can damage the tank if it is brake repair.
cause the wiper blades to completely full.
chatter or skip.
Some driving conditions or climates
. Do not use engine coolant Brakes can cause a brake squeal when the
(antifreeze) in the brakes are first applied or lightly
windshield washer. It can Disc brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean
damage the windshield indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes.
washer system and paint. warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are
. Do not mix water with necessary to help prevent brake
The sound can come and go or can
ready-to-use washer fluid. be heard all the time when the pulsation. When tires are rotated,
Water can cause the vehicle is moving, except when inspect brake pads for wear and
solution to freeze and applying the brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
damage the washer fluid proper sequence to torque
tank and other parts of the
washer system. { Warning specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 329.
. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as
washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will complete sets.
manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to
adding water. a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel
. Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal
only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height,
it is very cold. This allows or if there is a rapid increase in
(Continued) pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service may be required.
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Replacing Brake System Parts Checking Brake Fluid installed. Add or remove fluid, as
With the vehicle in P (Park) on a necessary, only when work is done
Always replace brake system parts
level surface, the brake fluid level on the brake hydraulic system.
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes should be between the minimum When the brake fluid falls to a low
may not work properly. The braking and maximum marks on the brake level, the brake warning light comes
performance expected can change fluid reservoir. on. See Brake System Warning
in many other ways if the wrong There are only two reasons why the Light 0 123.
replacement brake parts are brake fluid level in the reservoir may Brake fluid absorbs water over time
installed or if parts are improperly go down: which degrades the effectiveness of
installed. the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid
. Normal brake lining wear. When
new linings are installed, the at the specified intervals to prevent
Brake Fluid increased stopping distance. See
fluid level goes back up.
Maintenance Schedule 0 320.
. A fluid leak in the brake
hydraulic system. Have the What to Add
brake hydraulic system fixed. Use only GM approved DOT 3
With a leak, the brakes will not brake fluid from a clean, sealed
work well. container. See Recommended
Always clean the brake fluid Fluids and Lubricants 0 325.
The brake master cylinder reservoir reservoir cap and the area around
is filled with GM approved DOT 3 the cap before removing it. { Warning
brake fluid as indicated on the
Do not top off the brake fluid. The wrong or contaminated brake
reservoir cap. See Underhood
Adding fluid does not correct a leak. fluid could result in damage to the
Compartment Overview 0 256 for
If fluid is added when the linings are
the location of the reservoir. brake system. This could result in
worn, there will be too much fluid
the loss of braking leading to a
when new brake linings are
possible injury. Always use the
proper GM approved brake fluid.
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See “If a Crash Occurs” under
Caution Warning (Continued) Collision Damage Repair 0 337 for
additional information. If an airbag
If brake fluid is spilled on the should be inspected as soon as has inflated, see What Will You See
vehicle's painted surfaces, the possible. Until the vehicle has after an Airbag Inflates? 0 75.
paint finish can be damaged. been inspected, store it outside at
Immediately wash off any painted least 15 m (50 ft) from any Only a trained service technician
surface. structure or anything that can with the proper knowledge and tools
burn. Ventilate the vehicle by should inspect, test, or replace the
high voltage battery. See your
opening a window or a door.
Battery - North America dealer if either the 12-volt or high
Contact Customer Assistance as voltage battery needs service. The
The original equipment battery is soon as possible to determine dealer has information on how to
maintenance free. Do not remove whether an inspection is needed. recycle the high voltage battery.
the cap and do not add fluid. There is also information available
See Customer Assistance Offices
This vehicle has a high voltage 0 332. at http://www.recyclemybattery.com.
battery and a standard 12-volt Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
battery. when fully charged, to keep the high
If the vehicle is in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the voltage battery temperature ready
{ Warning high voltage system. When this for the next drive. This is important
occurs, the high voltage battery is when outside temperatures are
Damage to the high voltage extremely hot or cold.
disconnected and the vehicle will
battery or high voltage system
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE Propulsion power may be reduced
can create a risk of electric shock, SOON message in the Driver
overheating, or fire. in extremely cold temperatures, or if
Information Center (DIC) will be the high voltage battery is too cold.
If the vehicle is damaged from a displayed. Before the vehicle can be BATTERY TOO COLD, PLUG IN
moderate to severe crash, flood, operated again, it must be serviced TO WARM will display.
fire, or other event, the vehicle at your dealer.
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A vehicle cover, which can reduce Up to Four Weeks
sun loading on the vehicle and Warning (Continued)
. Plug in the charge cord.
improve high voltage battery life, is
available from your dealer. cancer and birth defects or other Four Weeks to 12 Months
reproductive harm. Batteries also
Refer to the replacement number contain other chemicals known to . Discharge the high voltage
shown on the original battery label the State of California to cause battery until two or three bars
when a new 12-volt battery is cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER remain on the battery range
needed. The vehicle has an HANDLING. For more information indicator (Battery symbol) on the
Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt instrument cluster.
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
battery. Installation of a standard . Do not plug in the charge cord.
passenger-vehicle.
12-volt battery will result in reduced
12-volt battery life. . Remove the black negative (−)
See California Proposition cable from the 12-volt battery
When using a 12-volt battery and attach a trickle charger to
charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, 65 Warning 0 252 and the back
cover. the battery terminals or keep the
some chargers have an AGM 12-volt battery cables connected
battery setting on the charger. Vehicle Storage and trickle charge from the
If available, use the AGM setting on underhood remote positive (+)
the charger, to limit charge voltage
to 14.8 volts. { Warning and negative (−) terminals. See
Jump Starting - North America
Batteries have acid that can burn 0 302 for the location of these
{ Warning you and gas that can explode. terminals.
You can be badly hurt if you are
WARNING: Battery posts, not careful. See Jump Starting -
terminals, and related
Caution
North America 0 302 for tips on
accessories contain lead and lead working around a battery without The vehicle is equipped with an
compounds, chemicals known to getting hurt. AGM/VRLA 12-volt battery, which
the State of California to cause can be damaged by using the
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Caution (Continued) Caution


incorrect type of trickle charger. Allowing the wiper arm to touch
An AGM/VRLA-compatible the windshield when no wiper
charger must be used, with the blade is installed could damage
appropriate setting selected. the windshield. Any damage that
Follow the trickle charger occurs would not be covered by
manufacturer instructions. the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
the wiper arm to touch the
After the battery cable is windshield.
reconnected, it is possible that the
vehicle may not operate. If this To replace the windshield wiper 2. Press the button in the middle
happens, the high voltage battery blade: of the wiper arm connector,
may need to be charged. and pull the wiper blade away
1. Pull the windshield wiper
assembly away from the from the arm connector.
Wiper Blade Replacement windshield. 3. Remove the wiper blade.
Front Wiper Blade 4. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper
Replacement blade replacement.
Windshield wiper blades should be Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
inspected for wear and cracking.
See the Maintenance Schedule The rear wiper blade and wiper arm
0 320. have a cover for protection. The
cover must be removed before the
Replacement blades come in wiper blade can be replaced.
different types and are removed in
different ways. For proper type and
length, see Maintenance
Replacement Parts 0 326.
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To remove the cover:
{ Warning
If the gas struts that hold open
the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail,
you or others could be seriously
injured. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service immediately.
Visually inspect the gas struts for
1. Slide a plastic tool under the signs of wear, cracks, or other
2. Push the release lever (2) to
cover and push upward to damage periodically. Check to
disengage the hook and push
unsnap. make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate
the wiper arm (1) out of the
2. Slide the cover toward the blade assembly (3). is held open with enough force.
wiper blade tip to unhook it If struts are failing to hold the
3. Push the new blade assembly
from the blade assembly. hood/trunk/liftgate, do not
securely on the wiper arm until
3. Remove the cover. the release lever clicks into operate. Have the vehicle
place. serviced.
4. After wiper blade replacement,
ensure that the cover hook 4. Replace the wiper cover.
slides into the slot in the blade
assembly. Gas Strut(s) Caution
5. Snap the cover down to This vehicle is equipped with gas Do not apply tape or hang any
secure. strut(s) to provide assistance in objects from gas struts. Also do
To replace the wiper blade: lifting and holding open the hood/ not push down or pull on gas
trunk/liftgate system in full open struts. This may cause damage to
1. Lift the wiper arm away from
position. the vehicle.
the windshield.

See Maintenance Schedule 0 320.


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Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,
the headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is
necessary, see your dealer.

Hood Liftgate

Trunk
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Bulb Replacement Warning (Continued)
For the proper type of replacement
bulbs, or any bulb changing service any of the system
procedure not listed in this section, components, you could be
contact your dealer. seriously injured. Have your
dealer or a qualified technician
Halogen Bulbs service them.

{ Warning This vehicle has several HID lamps.


For replacement of any HID lighting
Halogen bulbs have pressurized
assembly, contact your dealer.
gas inside and can burst if you 1. Tilt the wheel and remove
drop or scratch the bulb. You or After an HID headlamp bulb has
been replaced, the beam might be a screws on the outside of the
others could be injured. Be sure wheel liner.
to read and follow the instructions slightly different shade than it was
on the bulb package. originally. This is normal.

LED Lighting
High Intensity Discharge This vehicle has several LED lamps.
(HID) Lighting
For replacement of any LED lighting
assembly, contact your dealer.
{ Warning
The High Intensity Discharge Front Turn Signal Lamps
(HID) lighting system operates at To replace one of these bulbs :
a very high voltage. If you try to
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2. Rotate the bulb holder 2. Turn Signal Lamp License Plate Lamp
anticlockwise to disengage. 3. Stoplamp/Taillamp
3. Remove the bulb assembly To access the bulbs, reach up
anticlockwise and pull it behind the rear bumper. To replace
straight out. a back-up bulb, turn signal lamp,
4. Insert a new bulb assembly taillamp, or stoplamp:
straight into the lamp and
rotate clockwise. 1. Turn the bulb socket
5. Reinstall the wheel liner counterclockwise and remove it
with screws. from the socket. The lamps are
in the rear bumper.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, 2. Press the new bulb in and turn
Stoplamps, and Back-Up clockwise to install the bulb
into the socket.
Lamps
3. Turn the bulb socket clockwise 1. Press the spring clip on the
to reinstall. right end of the lamp assembly
to the left to unlock the lamp
assembly.
2. Pull down on the lamp
assembly to remove it from the
fascia.

1. Back-up Lamp
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Electrical System Electrical System
Overload
High Voltage Devices and The vehicle has fuses and circuit
Wiring breakers to protect against an
electrical system overload.
{ Warning When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
Exposure to high voltage can and closes, protecting the circuit
cause shock, burns, and even until the current load returns to
death. The high voltage normal or the problem is fixed. This
components in the vehicle can greatly reduces the chance of circuit
4. Turn the bulb socket (1) only be serviced by technicians overload and fire caused by
counterclockwise to remove it with special training. electrical problems.
from the lamp assembly (3).
High voltage components are Fuses and circuit breakers protect
5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of identified by labels. Do not the following in the vehicle:
the bulb socket (1). remove, open, take apart, . Headlamp wiring
6. Push the replacement bulb or modify these components.
High voltage cable or wiring has . Windshield wiper motor
straight into the bulb socket (1)
and turn the bulb socket (1) orange covering or labels. Do not . Power windows and other power
clockwise to install it into the probe, tamper with, cut, or modify accessories
lamp assembly (3). high voltage cable or wiring. Replace a bad fuse with a new one
7. Reinstall the lamp assembly (3) of the identical size and rating.
into the fascia by inserting the
left side first.
8. Push the spring clip into place.
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If there is a problem on the road and ice and heavy snow from the
a fuse needs to be replaced, the windshield before using the Danger (Continued)
same amperage fuse can be windshield wipers.
borrowed. Choose some feature of in a vehicle fire. You and others
If the overload is caused by an could be seriously injured or
the vehicle that is not needed to use electrical problem and not snow or
and replace it as soon as possible. killed.
ice, be sure to get it fixed.
Headlamp Wiring
Fuses and Circuit To check a fuse, look at the
An electrical overload may cause silver-colored band inside the fuse.
the lamps to go on and off, or in Breakers If the band is broken or melted,
some cases to remain off. Have the The wiring circuits in the vehicle are replace the fuse. Be sure to replace
headlamp wiring checked right away protected from short circuits by a a bad fuse with a new one of the
if the lamps go on and off or combination of fuses and circuit identical size and rating.
remain off. breakers. This greatly reduces the Fuses of the same amperage can
Windshield Wipers chance of damage caused by be temporarily borrowed from
electrical problems. another fuse location, if a fuse goes
If the wiper motor overheats due to out. Replace the fuse as soon as
heavy snow or ice, the windshield
wipers will stop until the motor cools
{ Danger possible.
and the wiper control is turned off. Fuses and circuit breakers are
After removal of the blockage, the marked with their ampere rating.
wiper motor will restart when the Do not exceed the
control is then moved to the desired specified amperage rating when
operating position.
replacing fuses and circuit
Although the circuit is protected breakers. Use of an oversized
from electrical overload, overload fuse or circuit breaker can result
due to heavy snow or ice, may
(Continued)
cause wiper damage. Always clear
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Underhood Compartment
Fuse Block

To open the fuse block cover, press


the clips at the side and back and
pull the cover up.

Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical
component.
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A fuse puller is in the underhood Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
compartment fuse block.
Front wiper motor 28 Auxiliary oil pump
The vehicle may not be equipped 13
driver Electric brake boost
with all of the fuses, relays, and 29
features shown. 14 Liftgate motor source
Fuses Usage Front wiper motor 30 Front power windows
15
co-driver In-panel bussed
1 – 31
Electronic brake electrical center
2 Power window rear
16 control module supply Rear window
3 – electronics 32
defogger
Rechargeable energy 17 Rear wiper
4 Heated exterior
storage system 1 33
18 Liftgate rearview mirror
5 –
19 Seat module front Pedestrian friendly
6 – 34
20 Washer alert function
Left high-beam 35 –
7 21 HID lamp
headlamp
22 Linear power module 36 –
Right high-beam
8 Electronic brake 37 Current sensor
headlamp
23 control module supply 38 Rain sensor
Left low-beam
9 motor 39 –
headlamp
24 Seat module rear Electric brake
Right low-beam 40
10 25 Powertrain boost (ECU)
headlamp
11 Horn Transmission range Power line
26
control module 41 communication
12 –
27 Aeroshutter module
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
Automatic occupant 56 – Transmission range
42 72
sensing Power electronics control module
57
43 Window switch coolant pump Single power inverter
73
Rechargeable energy 58 Engine control module module
44
storage system Electric steering 74 –
59
Vehicle integration column lock
45
control module 60 HVAC electric heater
Integrated chassis On-board charging
46 61
control module module
47 Headlamp leveling Transmission range
62
Integrated chassis control module 1
48
control module 63 Electric cooling fan
Interior rearview 64 Engine control module
49
mirror
65 Auxiliary heater pump
50 –
66 Powertrain relay
51 Electric brake boost
67 Drive unit controller
52 Rear camera
Rear window
53 Run/Crank relay 68
defogger
54 A/C control module Second run/Crank
69
Rechargeable energy relay
55 storage system 70 A/C control module
coolant pump
71 –
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Instrument Panel Fuse The instrument panel fuse block is Fuses Usage
on the left side of the instrument
Block panel. To access the fuses, open F13 Data link connector 1
the fuse panel door by pulling out. Automatic parking
F14
To reinstall the door, insert the top assist
tab first, then push the door back F15 -
into its original location.
Single power inverter
Fuses Usage F16
module 1
Video processing F17 Body control module 6
F01
module
F18 Body control module 5
Indicator light solar
F02 F19 –
sensor
F03 Side blind zone alert F20 –
Passive entry, passive F21 –
F04
start F22 –
F05 CGM F23 USB
F06 Body control module 4 Wireless charging
F24
F07 Body control module 3 module
F08 Body control module 2 Reflected LED alert
F25
display
F09 Body control module 1
F26 Heated steering wheel
Trailer interface
F10 F27 –
module 1
F11 Amplifier F28 Instrument cluster 2
F12 Body control module 8
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
Trailer interface F45 Front camera module Accessory/Retained
F29 F60
module 2 Vehicle integration accessory power relay
F46
Headlamp leveling control module
F30
device Single power inverter
F47
F31 OnStar module 2
F32 – Electric steering
F48
Heating, ventilation, column lock
F33 and air conditioning F49 Auxiliary jack
module Steering wheel
F50
F34 – controls
F35 Instrument cluster 1 Steering wheel
F51
F36 Radio controls backlighting

F37 – Smartphone remote


F52
function module
F38 –
F53 Auxiliary power outlet
F39 –
F54 –
F40 –
F55 Logistic
F41 –
F56 –
F42 –
F57 –
F43 Body control module 7
F58 Logistics relay
Sensing and
F44 F59 –
diagnostic module
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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that
Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by
high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes,
leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc.
the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires
information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only
warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an
service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service
information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair,
manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and
are cold. mount the tires.
{ Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in
more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h
. Poorly maintained and punctured, or broken by
improperly used tires are (35 mph) on slippery
a sudden impact — such surfaces such as snow,
dangerous. as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive
. Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the
cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode.
result of too much . Worn or old tires can
flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the
blowout and a serious tread is badly worn,
All-Season Tires
crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. This vehicle may come with
Limits 0 197. (Continued)
all-season tires. These tires are
(Continued) designed to provide good overall
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performance on most road surfaces roads is expected. See your dealer Self-Sealing Tires
and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire
equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. This vehicle may have self-sealing
specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 289. tires. These tires have a material
have a TPC specification code inside that can seal punctures up to
With winter tires, there may be 6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread area.
molded onto the sidewall. Original decreased dry road traction,
equipment all-season tires can be The tire may lose air pressure if the
increased road noise, and shorter sidewall is damaged or the tread
identified by the last two characters tread life. After changing to winter
of this TPC code, which will puncture is too large. If the Tire
tires, be alert for changes in vehicle Pressure Monitor System indicates
be “MS.” handling and braking. the tire pressure is low, inspect the
Consider installing winter tires on If using winter tires: tire for damage and inflate it to the
the vehicle if frequent driving on recommended pressure. If the tire is
snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and
unable to maintain the
expected. All-season tires provide tread type on all four wheel
recommended pressure, contact the
adequate performance for most positions. nearest authorized GM servicing
winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the facility immediately for inspection
may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and and repair or replacement. To locate
traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original the nearest GM servicing facility,
tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires. call GM Customer Assistance.
See Winter Tires 0 277.
Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment tires Caution
Winter Tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter Do not drive on a deflated
equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are self-sealing tire as this could
tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's damage the tire. Make sure the
traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability. tire is inflated to the
roads. Consider installing winter recommended pressure or have it
tires on the vehicle if frequent immediately repaired or replaced.
driving on ice or snow covered
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When tire replacement is needed particular tire's width, height, manufactured date. The first two
replace with a self-sealing tire, aspect ratio, construction type, digits represent the week
because the vehicle does not come and service description. See the (01-52) and the last two digits,
with a spare tire or tire changing “Tire Size” illustration later in this the year. For example, the third
equipment.
section for more detail. week of the year 2010 would
have a four-digit DOT date
Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire
of 0310.
Performance Criteria
Useful information about a tire is Specification) : Original (4) Tire Identification Number
molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to (TIN) : The letters and numbers
examples show a typical GM's specific tire performance following the DOT code are the
passenger tire sidewall. criteria have a TPC specification Tire Identification Number (TIN).
code molded onto the sidewall. The TIN shows the
GM's TPC specifications meet or manufacturer and plant code,
exceed all federal safety tire size, and date the tire was
guidelines. manufactured. The TIN is
(3) DOT (Department of molded onto both sides of the
Transportation) : The tire, although only one side may
Department of Transportation have the date of manufacture.
(DOT) code indicates that the (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
tire is in compliance with the of cord and number of plies in
U.S. Department of the sidewall and under the tread.
Transportation Motor Vehicle (6) Uniform Tire Quality
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Safety Standards. Grading (UTQG) : Tire
(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a DOT Tire Date of manufacturers are required to
combination of letters and Manufacture : The last four grade tires based on three
numbers used to define a digits of the TIN indicate the tire performance factors: treadwear,
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traction, and temperature the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of
resistance. For more information vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches.
see Uniform Tire Quality standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description : These
Grading 0 291. and Rim Association. characters represent the load
(7) Maximum Cold Inflation (2) Tire Width : The three-digit index and speed rating of the
Load Limit : Maximum load that number indicates the tire section tire. The load index represents
can be carried and the width in millimeters from the load carrying capacity a tire
maximum pressure needed to sidewall to sidewall. is certified to carry. The speed
support that load. (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit rating is the maximum speed a
number that indicates the tire tire is certified to carry a load.
Tire Designations height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size Tire Terminology and
Tire Size
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Definitions
The following is an example of a
item 3 of the illustration, it would Air Pressure : The amount of
typical passenger vehicle
mean that the tire's sidewall is air inside the tire pressing
tire size.
60 percent as high as it is wide. outward on each square inch of
(4) Construction Code : A letter the tire. Air pressure is
code is used to indicate the type expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
of ply construction in the tire. or psi (pounds per square inch).
The letter R means radial ply Accessory Weight : The
construction; the letter D means combined weight of optional
diagonal or bias ply accessories. Some examples of
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : construction; and the letter B optional accessories are, electric
The United States version of a means belted-bias ply drive unit, power windows,
metric tire sizing system. The construction. power seats, and air
letter P as the first character in conditioning.
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Aspect Ratio : The relationship Curb Weight : The weight of a GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight
of a tire's height to its width. motor vehicle with standard and Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits
Belt : A rubber coated layer of optional equipment including the 0 197.
cords that is located between maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall :
the plies and the tread. Cords and coolant, but without The side of an asymmetrical tire,
may be made from steel or other passengers and cargo. that must always face outward
reinforcing materials. DOT Markings : A code molded when mounted on a vehicle.
Bead : The tire bead contains into the sidewall of a tire Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric
steel wires wrapped by steel signifying that the tire is in unit for air pressure.
cords that hold the tire onto compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A
the rim. tire used on light duty trucks and
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety
Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger
in which the plies are laid at includes the Tire Identification vehicles.
alternate angles less than Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned
90 degrees to the centerline of designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279
the tread. identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load
Cold Tire Pressure : The production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire.
amount of air pressure in a tire, date of production.
Maximum Inflation Pressure :
measured in kPa (kilopascal) GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight The maximum air pressure to
or psi (pounds per square inch) Rating for the front axle. See which a cold tire can be inflated.
before a tire has built up heat Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. The maximum air pressure is
from driving. See Tire Pressure molded onto the sidewall.
0 282. GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the rear axle. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
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Maximum Load Rating : The higher or deeper than the same Speed Rating : An
load rating for a tire at the moldings on the other sidewall alphanumeric code assigned to
maximum permissible inflation of the tire. a tire indicating the maximum
pressure for that tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A speed at which a tire can
Maximum Loaded Vehicle tire used on passenger cars and operate.
Weight : The sum of curb some light duty trucks and Traction : The friction between
weight, accessory weight, multipurpose vehicles. the tire and the road surface.
vehicle capacity weight, and Recommended Inflation The amount of grip provided.
production options weight. Pressure : Vehicle Tread : The portion of a tire that
Normal Occupant Weight : The manufacturer's recommended comes into contact with
number of occupants a vehicle tire inflation pressure as shown the road.
is designed to seat multiplied by on the tire placard. Treadwear Indicators : Narrow
68 kg (150 lbs). See Vehicle See Tire Pressure 0 282 and bands, sometimes called wear
Load Limits 0 197. Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. bars, that show across the tread
Occupant Distribution : Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm
Designated seating positions. tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See
Outward Facing Sidewall : The extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires
side of an asymmetrical tire that 90 degrees to the centerline of 0 288.
has a particular side that faces the tread. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
outward when mounted on a Rim : A metal support for a tire Grading Standards) : A tire
vehicle. The side of the tire that and upon which the tire beads information system that provides
contains a whitewall, bears are seated. consumers with ratings for a
white lettering, or bears Sidewall : The portion of a tire tire's traction, temperature, and
manufacturer, brand, and/or between the tread and the bead. treadwear. Ratings are
model name molding that is determined by tire
manufacturers using
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government testing procedures. Tire Pressure Caution (Continued)
The ratings are molded into the
sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tires need the correct amount of
air pressure to operate . Unusual wear.
Tire Quality Grading 0 291.
effectively. . Poor handling.
Vehicle Capacity Weight : The
number of designated seating . Rough ride.
Caution
positions multiplied by . Needless damage from
68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Neither tire underinflation nor road hazards.
cargo load. See Vehicle Load overinflation is good.
Limits 0 197. Underinflated tires, or tires
The Tire and Loading
Vehicle Maximum Load on the that do not have enough air,
Information label on the vehicle
Tire : Load on an individual tire can result in:
indicates the original equipment
due to curb weight, accessory . Tire overloading and tires and the correct cold tire
weight, occupant weight, and overheating which could inflation pressures. The
cargo weight. lead to a blowout. recommended pressure is the
Vehicle Placard : A label . Premature or minimum air pressure needed to
permanently attached to a irregular wear. support the vehicle's maximum
vehicle showing the vehicle's load carrying capacity. See
. Poor handling. Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
capacity weight and the original
equipment tire size and . Reduced battery-electric How the vehicle is loaded
recommended inflation pressure. range. affects vehicle handling and ride
See “Tire and Loading Overinflated tires, or tires that comfort. Never load the vehicle
Information Label” under Vehicle have too much air, can with more weight than it was
Load Limits 0 197. result in: designed to carry.
(Continued)
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When to Check If the inflation pressure is low, Each tire, including the spare (if
add air until the recommended provided), should be checked
Check the tires once a month monthly when cold and inflated to
or more. pressure is reached. If the
inflation pressure in high, press the inflation pressure recommended
How to Check by the vehicle manufacturer on the
on the metal stem in the center
vehicle placard or tire inflation
Use a good quality pocket-type of the tire valve to release air. pressure label. (If your vehicle has
gauge to check the tire Re-check the tire pressure with tires of a different size than the size
pressure. Proper tire inflation the tire gauge. indicated on the vehicle placard or
cannot be determined by looking Put the valve caps back on the tire inflation pressure label, you
at the tire. Check the tire valve stems to keep out dirt and should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure when the tires inflation pressure for those tires.)
moisture and prevent leaks. Use
are cold, meaning the vehicle only valve caps designed for the As an added safety feature, your
has not been driven for at least vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors vehicle has been equipped with a
three hours or no more than could be damaged and would tire pressure monitoring system
1.6 km (1 mi). (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
not be covered by the vehicle
pressure telltale when one or more
Remove the valve cap from the warranty. of your tires is significantly
tire valve stem. Press the tire under-inflated.
gauge firmly onto the valve to Tire Pressure Monitor
Accordingly, when the low tire
get the pressure measurement. System pressure telltale illuminates, you
If the cold tire inflation pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System should stop and check your tires as
matches the recommended (TPMS) uses radio and sensor soon as possible, and inflate them
pressure on the Tire and technology to check tire pressure to the proper pressure. Driving on a
Loading Information label, no levels. The TPMS sensors monitor significantly under-inflated tire
further adjustment is necessary. the air pressure in your tires and causes the tire to overheat and can
transmit tire pressure readings to a lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
receiver located in the vehicle. also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
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tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmits the tire
vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or pressure readings to a receiver
ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent located in the vehicle.
Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly.
substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction
maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more
responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to
pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or
not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the
illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function
pressure telltale. properly. When a low tire pressure condition
See Tire Pressure Monitor is detected, the TPMS illuminates
Your vehicle has also been
Operation 0 284. the low tire pressure warning light
equipped with a TPMS malfunction
located on the instrument cluster.
indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency Statement
If the warning light comes on, stop
system is not operating properly. 0 340.
as soon as possible and inflate the
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
tires to the recommended pressure
combined with the low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
Operation Information label. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 197.
approximately one minute and then This vehicle may have a Tire
remain continuously illuminated. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). A message to check the pressure in
This sequence will continue upon The TPMS is designed to warn the a specific tire displays in the Driver
subsequent vehicle start-ups as driver when a low tire pressure Information Center (DIC). The low
long as the malfunction exists. condition exists. TPMS sensors are tire pressure warning light and the
mounted onto each tire and wheel DIC warning message come on at
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be
assembly, excluding the spare tire each ignition cycle using POWER O
and wheel assembly. The TPMS until the tires are inflated to the
able to detect or signal low tire
sensors monitor the air pressure in correct inflation pressure. Using the
pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety DIC, tire pressure levels can be
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viewed. For additional information low tire warning light flashes for
and details about the DIC operation Caution about one minute and then stays on
and displays see Driver Information for the remainder of the ignition
Tire sealant materials are not all
Center (DIC) 0 138.
the same. A non-approved tire cycle using POWER O. A DIC
The low tire pressure warning light sealant could damage the TPMS warning message also displays. The
may come on in cool weather when malfunction light and DIC warning
sensors. TPMS sensor damage
the vehicle is first started, and then message come on at each ignition
caused by using an incorrect tire
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This sealant is not covered by the cycle using POWER O until the
could be an early indicator that the problem is corrected. Some of the
vehicle warranty. Always use only
air pressure is getting low and conditions that can cause these to
the GM approved tire sealant
needs to be inflated to the proper come on are:
pressure. available through your dealer or
included in the vehicle. . One of the road tires has been
A Tire and Loading Information replaced with the spare tire. The
label, attached to your vehicle, spare tire does not have a
shows the size of the original Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits
TPMS sensor. The malfunction
equipment tires and the correct use a GM-approved liquid tire
light and DIC message should
inflation pressure for the tires when sealant. Using non-approved tire
go off after the road tire is
they are cold. See Vehicle Load sealants could damage the TPMS
replaced and the sensor
Limits 0 197, for an example of the sensors. See Tire Sealant and
matching process is performed
Tire and Loading Information label Compressor Kit 0 295 for
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor
and its location. Also see Tire information regarding the inflator kit
Matching Process” later in this
Pressure 0 282. materials and instructions.
section.
The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS Malfunction Light and . The TPMS sensor matching
tire pressure condition but it does Message process was not done or not
not replace normal tire completed successfully after
The TPMS will not function properly
maintenance. See Tire Inspection rotating the tires. The
if one or more of the TPMS sensors
0 287, Tire Rotation 0 287 and Tires malfunction light and the DIC
are missing or inoperable. When the
0 276. message should go off after
system detects a malfunction, the
successfully completing the
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sensor matching process. See for service if the TPMS malfunction Activation Tool at
"TPMS Sensor Matching light and DIC message comes on www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or
Process" later in this section. and stays on. call 1-800-GM TOOLS
. One or more TPMS sensors are (1-800-468-6657).
TPMS Sensor Matching
missing or damaged. The Process There are two minutes to match the
malfunction light and the DIC first tire/wheel position, and
message should go off when the Each TPMS sensor has a unique five minutes overall to match all four
TPMS sensors are installed and identification code. The identification tire/wheel positions. If it takes
the sensor matching process is code needs to be matched to a new longer, the matching process stops
performed successfully. See tire/wheel position after rotating the and must be restarted.
your dealer for service. vehicle’s tires or replacing one or
more of the TPMS sensors. The The TPMS sensor matching
. Replacement tires or wheels do TPMS sensor matching process process is:
not match the original equipment should also be performed after 1. Set the parking brake.
tires or wheels. Tires and wheels replacing a spare tire with a road
other than those recommended tire containing the TPMS sensor. 2. Press POWER O to start the
could prevent the TPMS from The malfunction light and the DIC vehicle. See Power Button
functioning properly. See Buying message should go off at the next 0 201.
New Tires 0 289.
ignition cycle using POWER O. 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure
. Operating electronic devices or The sensors are matched to the info page option is turned on.
being near facilities using radio tire/wheel positions, using a The info pages on the DIC can
wave frequencies similar to the TPMS relearn tool, in the following be turned on and off through
TPMS could cause the TPMS order: driver side front tire, the Settings menu. See Driver
sensors to malfunction. passenger side front tire, passenger Information Center (DIC) 0 138.
If the TPMS is not functioning side rear tire, and driver side rear. 4. Use the DIC controls on the
properly it cannot detect or signal a See your dealer for service or to right side of the steering wheel
low tire condition. See your dealer purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS to scroll to the Tire Pressure
relearn tool can also be purchased. screen under the DIC
See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor info page.
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5. Press and hold V in the center identification code has been . The tread or sidewall is
of the DIC controls. matched to the driver side rear cracked, cut, or snagged
tire, and the TPMS sensor deep enough to show cord or
The horn sounds twice to matching process is no longer
signal the receiver is in relearn fabric.
active. The TIRE LEARNING
mode and the TIRE ACTIVE message on the DIC . The tire has a bump, bulge,
LEARNING ACTIVE message display screen goes off. or split.
displays on the DIC screen.
11. Turn the vehicle off. . The tire has a puncture, cut,
6. Start with the driver side
front tire. 12. Set all four tires to the or other damage that cannot
recommended air pressure be repaired well because of
7. Place the relearn tool against level as indicated on the Tire the size or location of the
the tire sidewall, near the valve and Loading Information label. damage.
stem. Then press the button to
activate the TPMS sensor. Tire Inspection
A horn chirp confirms that the Tire Rotation
sensor identification code has We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every
been matched to this tire and including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
wheel position. vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 320.
8. Proceed to the passenger side for signs of wear or damage at
least once a month. Tires are rotated to achieve a
front tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 7. uniform wear for all tires. The
Replace the tire if: first rotation is the most
9. Proceed to the passenger side important.
. The indicators at three or
rear tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 7. more places around the tire Anytime unusual wear is
can be seen. noticed, rotate the tires as soon
10. Proceed to the driver side rear
tire, and repeat the procedure . There is cord or fabric as possible, check for proper tire
in Step 7. The horn sounds two showing through the tire's inflation pressure, and check for
times to indicate the sensor rubber. damaged tires or wheels. If the
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unusual wear continues after the Loading Information label after Lightly coat the center of the
rotation, check the wheel the tires have been rotated. wheel hub with wheel bearing
alignment. See Tire Pressure 0 282 and grease after a wheel change or
See When It Is Time for New Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. tire rotation to prevent corrosion
Tires 0 288 and Wheel Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor or rust build-up. Do not get
Replacement 0 293. System. See Tire Pressure grease on the flat wheel
Monitor Operation 0 284. mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
Check that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel When It Is Time for New
Nut Torque” under Capacities Tires
and Specifications 0 329.
Factors such as maintenance,
{ Warning temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the affect the wear rate of the tires.
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
Use this rotation pattern when off and cause an accident. When
rotating the tires. changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
If the vehicle has a compact wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
spare tire, do not include it in the an emergency, a cloth or a paper
tire rotation. towel can be used; however, use
Adjust the front and rear tires to a scraper or wire brush later to
the recommended inflation remove all rust or dirt.
pressure on the Tire and
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Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage GM strongly recommends
tell when it is time for new tires. buying tires with the same TPC
Tires age when stored normally
Treadwear indicators appear when Spec rating.
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
a vehicle that will be stored for at GM's exclusive TPC Spec
or less of tread remaining.
least a month in a cool, dry, clean system considers over a dozen
See Tire Inspection 0 287 and Tire
area away from direct sunlight to
Rotation 0 287. critical specifications that impact
slow aging. This area should be free
The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other the overall performance of the
This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate vehicle, including brake system
if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber. performance, ride and handling,
never used. Multiple factors traction control, and tire
Parking for an extended period can
including temperatures, loading
cause flat spots on the tires that
pressure monitoring
conditions, and inflation pressure performance. GM's TPC Spec
may result in vibrations while
maintenance affect how fast aging number is molded onto the tire's
driving. When storing a vehicle for
takes place. GM recommends that sidewall near the tire size. If the
at least a month, remove the tires or
tires, including the spare if
raise the vehicle to reduce the tires have an all-season tread
equipped, be replaced after six
years, regardless of tread wear. The
weight from the tires. design, the TPC Spec number
tire manufacture date is the last four will be followed by MS for mud
digits of the DOT Tire Identification Buying New Tires and snow. See Tire Sidewall
Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched Labeling 0 278, for additional
one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The information.
first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed
(01–52) and the last two digits, the
GM recommends replacing worn
year. For example, the third week of
were designed to meet General tires in complete sets of four.
the year 2010 would have a Motors Tire Performance Criteria Uniform tread depth on all tires
four-digit DOT date of 0310. Specification (TPC Spec) will help to maintain the
system rating. When performance of the vehicle.
replacement tires are needed, Braking and handling
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performance may be adversely
affected if all the tires are not { Warning { Warning
replaced at the same time. Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the
If proper rotation and improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel
maintenance have been done, to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks
all four tires should wear out at could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving.
about the same time. See Tire Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail
Rotation 0 287 for information tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash.
on proper tire rotation. However, mount or dismount the tires. Use only radial-ply tires with
if it is necessary to replace only the wheels on the vehicle.
one axle set of worn tires, place
the new tires on the rear axle.
Winter tires with the same speed
{ Warning If the vehicle tires must be
replaced with a tire that does not
rating as the original equipment Mixing tires of different sizes have a TPC Spec number, make
tires may not be available for H, (other than those originally sure they are the same size,
V, W, and ZR speed rated tires. installed on the vehicle), brands, load range, speed rating, and
Never exceed the winter tire's or types may cause loss of construction (radial) as the
maximum speed capability when control of the vehicle, resulting in
original tires.
using winter tires with a lower a crash or other vehicle damage.
speed rating. Use the correct size, brand, and Vehicles that have a tire
type of tire on all four wheels. pressure monitoring system
could give an inaccurate
low-pressure warning if non-TPC
Spec rated tires are installed.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 284.
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The Tire and Loading applies only to vehicles sold in
Information label indicates the { Warning the United States. The grades
original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, are molded on the sidewalls of
vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable most passenger car tires. The
0 197. level of performance and safety if Uniform Tire Quality Grading
tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply
Different Size Tires and wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires,
Wheels increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with
and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of
If wheels or tires are installed that
are a different size than the original
specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle
developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production
performance, including its braking, have them properly installed by a tires.
ride and handling characteristics, GM certified technician.
While the tires available on
stability, and resistance to rollover General Motors passenger cars
may be affected. If the vehicle has See Buying New Tires 0 289 and and light trucks may vary with
electronic systems such as antilock Accessories and Modifications
brakes, rollover airbags, traction
respect to these grades, they
0 253.
control, electronic stability control, must also conform to federal
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance safety requirements and
Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire
of these systems can also be
affected. Grading Performance Criteria (TPC)
The following information relates standards.
to the system developed by the
United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA), which grades tires by
treadwear, traction, and
temperature performance. This
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Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving Temperature
where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and The temperature grades are A
sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road (the highest), B, and C,
and maximum section width. For characteristics and climate. representing the tire's resistance
example: to the generation of heat and its
Traction
Treadwear 200 Traction AA ability to dissipate heat when
The traction grades, from
Temperature A tested under controlled
highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
All Passenger Car Tires Must conditions on a specified indoor
and C. Those grades represent
Conform to Federal Safety laboratory test wheel. Sustained
the tire's ability to stop on wet
Requirements In Addition To high temperature can cause the
pavement as measured under
These Grades. material of the tire to degenerate
controlled conditions on
and reduce tire life, and
Treadwear specified government test
excessive temperature can lead
surfaces of asphalt and
The treadwear grade is a to sudden tire failure. The grade
concrete. A tire marked C may
comparative rating based on the C corresponds to a level of
have poor traction performance.
wear rate of the tire when tested performance which all
Warning: The traction grade
under controlled conditions on a passenger car tires must meet
assigned to this tire is based on
specified government test under the Federal Motor Safety
straight-ahead braking traction
course. For example, a tire Standard No. 109. Grades B and
tests, and does not include
graded 150 would wear one and A represent higher levels of
acceleration, cornering,
one-half (1½) times as well on performance on the laboratory
hydroplaning, or peak traction
the government course as a tire test wheel than the minimum
characteristics.
graded 100. The relative required by law. Warning: The
performance of tires depends temperature grade for this tire is
upon the actual conditions of established for a tire that is
their use, however, and may properly inflated and not
depart significantly from the overloaded. Excessive speed,
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underinflation, or excessive Wheel Replacement
loading, either separately or in { Warning
Replace any wheel that is bent,
combination, can cause heat cracked, or badly rusted or Using the wrong replacement
buildup and possible tire failure. corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous. It could
Wheel Alignment and Tire wheel nuts should be replaced. affect the braking and handling of
Balance If the wheel leaks air, replace it. the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
Some aluminum wheels can be and cause loss of control, causing
The tires and wheels were aligned repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct
and balanced at the factory to these conditions exist.
provide the longest tire life and best wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
overall performance. Adjustments to Your dealer will know the kind of nuts for replacement.
wheel alignment and tire balancing wheel that is needed.
are not necessary on a regular Each new wheel should have the
basis. Consider an alignment check same load-carrying capacity, Caution
if there is unusual tire wear or the diameter, width, offset, and be
vehicle is significantly pulling to one mounted the same way as the one it The wrong wheel can also cause
side or the other. Some slight pull to replaces. problems with bearing life, brake
the left or right, depending on the cooling, speedometer or
crown of the road and/or other road Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor odometer calibration, headlamp
surface variations such as troughs aim, bumper height, vehicle
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts. ground clearance, and tire or tire
vibrating when driving on a smooth
chain clearance to the body and
road, the tires and wheels may need
to be rebalanced. See your dealer chassis.
for proper diagnosis.
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Used Replacement Wheels It is unusual for a tire to blow out,
Warning (Continued) especially if the tires are maintained
{ Warning Use another type of traction
properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is
much more likely to leak out slowly.
device only if its manufacturer See Tires 0 276. But if there is ever
Replacing a wheel with a used
recommends it for the vehicle's a blowout, here are a few tips about
one is dangerous. How it has
tire size combination and road what to expect and what to do.
been used or how far it has been
conditions. Follow that
driven may be unknown. It could If a front tire fails, the flat tire will
manufacturer's instructions. To
fail suddenly and cause a crash. create a drag that pulls the vehicle
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
When replacing wheels, use a toward that side. Take your foot off
and readjust or remove the
new GM original equipment the accelerator pedal and grip the
traction device if it contacts the steering wheel firmly. Steer to
wheel.
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. maintain lane position, and then
If traction devices are used, install gently brake to a stop, well off the
Tire Chains them on the front tires. road, if possible.
A rear blowout, particularly on a
{ Warning If a Tire Goes Flat curve, acts much like a skid and
may require the same correction as
Do not use tire chains. There is This vehicle has self-sealing tires.
used in a skid. Stop pressing the
not enough clearance. Tire chains See Self-Sealing Tires 0 277. Tread accelerator pedal and steer to
used on a vehicle without the punctures typically will not cause straighten the vehicle. It may be
proper amount of clearance can tires to lose air. However, if the
very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake
cause damage to the brakes, vehicle does get a flat tire, there is
to a stop, well off the road,
suspension, or other vehicle no spare tire, tire changing if possible.
parts. The area damaged by the equipment, or place to store a tire.
tire chains could cause loss of Contact Roadside Assistance
for help.
control and a crash.
(Continued)
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4. Turn off the ignition. less than 6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread
{ Warning 5. Inspect the flat tire. area of the tire, see Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit 0 295.
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
it to do maintenance or repairs is { Warning Tire Sealant and
dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and Driving on a flat tire will cause Compressor Kit
training. If a jack is provided with permanent damage to the tire.
the vehicle, it is designed only for Re-inflating a tire after it has been { Warning
changing a flat tire. If it is used for driven on while severely
anything else, you or others could underinflated or flat may cause a Overinflating a tire could cause
be badly injured or killed if the blowout and a serious crash. the tire to rupture and you or
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack Never attempt to re-inflate a tire others could be injured. Be sure
is provided with the vehicle, only that has been driven on while to read and follow the tire sealant
use it for changing a flat tire. severely underinflated or flat. and compressor kit instructions
Have your dealer or an authorized and inflate the tire to its
tire service center repair or recommended pressure. Do not
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire replace the flat tire as soon as exceed the recommended
and wheel damage by driving slowly pressure.
possible.
to a level place, well off the road,
if possible.
If this vehicle has a tire sealant kit
1. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers. See Hazard Warning
and the tire has been separated
from the wheel, has damaged
{ Warning
Flashers 0 150.
sidewalls, or has a puncture larger Storing the tire sealant and
2. Set the parking brake firmly. than 6 mm (0.25 in), the tire is too compressor kit or other
3. Put an automatic transmission severely damaged for the tire equipment in the passenger
in P (Park) or a manual sealant and compressor kit to be compartment of the vehicle could
transmission in 1 (First) or effective. If the tire has a puncture
(Continued)
R (Reverse).
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If the tire has been separated from 5. On/Off Button
Warning (Continued) the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, 6. Slot on Top of Compressor
or has a large puncture, the tire is 7. Pressure Deflation Button
cause injury. In a sudden stop or too severely damaged for the tire
collision, loose equipment could 8. Pressure Gauge
sealant and compressor kit to be
strike someone. Store the tire effective. See Roadside Assistance
sealant and compressor kit in its Program 0 334.
original location.
Read and follow all of the tire
sealant and compressor kit
If this vehicle has a tire sealant and instructions.
compressor kit, there may not be a
The kit includes:
spare tire or tire changing
equipment, and on some vehicles
there may not be a place to store
a tire.
The tire sealant and compressor
can be used to temporarily seal
9. Power Plug
punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in
the tread area of the tire. It can also 10. Air Only Hose
be used to inflate an Tire Sealant
underinflated tire.
Read and follow the safe handling
For vehicles with self-sealing tires, instructions on the label adhered to
try to inflate the tire without sealant the tire sealant canister (4).
first. See “Using the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit without Sealant Check the tire sealant expiration
1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve date on the tire sealant canister.
to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured)”
2. Sealant/Air Hose The tire sealant canister (4) should
below.
3. Base of Sealant Canister be replaced before its expiration
4. Tire Sealant Canister
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date. Replacement tire sealant 1. Remove the tire sealant
canisters are available at your local canister (4) and compressor
dealer. from its storage location. See
There is only enough sealant to seal Storing the Tire Sealant and
one tire. After usage, the tire sealant Compressor Kit 0 301.
canister must be replaced. 2. Remove the air only hose (10)
and the power plug (9) from the
Using the Tire Sealant and bottom of the compressor.
Compressor Kit to Temporarily
Seal and Inflate a 3. Place the compressor on the
ground near the flat tire.
Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant and
compressor kit during cold 5. Slide the base of the tire
temperatures, warm the kit in a sealant canister (3) into the slot
heated environment for five minutes. on the top of the compressor
This will help to inflate the tire (6) to hold it upright.
faster. Make sure the tire valve stem
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire is positioned close to the
and wheel damage by driving slowly ground so the hose will
to a level place. Turn on the hazard reach it.
warning flashers. See Hazard 6. Remove the valve stem cap
Warning Flashers 0 150. from the flat tire by turning it
See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 294 for counterclockwise.
other important safety warnings. 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to
the sealant canister inlet
Do not remove any objects that valve (1) by turning it clockwise
have penetrated the tire. until tight.
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9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle is on. Turn the compressor off
must be running while using to get an accurate pressure
the air compressor. reading. The compressor may
10. Press the on/off button (5) to be turned on/off until the
turn the tire sealant and correct pressure is reached.
compressor kit on.
Caution
The compressor will inject
sealant and air into the tire. If the recommended pressure
The pressure gauge (8) will cannot be reached after
initially show a high pressure approximately 25 minutes, the
while the compressor pushes vehicle should not be driven
7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) the sealant into the tire. Once farther. The tire is too severely
to the tire valve stem by turning the sealant is completely damaged and the tire sealant and
it clockwise until tight. dispersed into the tire, the compressor kit cannot inflate the
pressure will quickly drop and tire. Remove the power plug from
8. Plug the power plug (9) into the start to rise again as the tire the accessory power outlet and
accessory power outlet in the inflates with air only. unscrew the inflating hose from
vehicle. Unplug all items from
other accessory power outlets. 11. Inflate the tire to the the tire valve. See Roadside
See Power Outlets 0 112. recommended inflation Assistance Program 0 334.
pressure using the pressure
If the vehicle has an accessory gauge (8). The recommended
power outlet, do not use the 12. Press the on/off button (5) to
inflation pressure can be found turn the tire sealant and
cigarette lighter. on the Tire and Loading compressor kit off.
If the vehicle only has a Information label. See Tire
cigarette lighter, use the Pressure 0 282. The tire is not sealed and will
cigarette lighter. continue to leak air until the
The pressure gauge (8) may vehicle is driven and the
Do not pinch the power plug read higher than the actual tire sealant is distributed in the tire.
cord in the door or window. pressure while the compressor
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Therefore, Steps 13–21 must 19. Return the air only hose (10) Tire Sealant and Compressor
be done immediately after and power plug (9) back to Kit without Sealant to Inflate a
Step 12. their original storage location. Tire (Not Punctured).”
Be careful while handling the If the tire pressure has fallen
tire sealant and compressor kit more than 68 kPa (10 psi)
as it could be warm after below the recommended
usage. inflation pressure, stop driving
13. Unplug the power plug (9) from the vehicle. The tire is too
the accessory power outlet in severely damaged and the tire
the vehicle. sealant cannot seal the tire.
20. If the flat tire was able to inflate See Roadside Assistance
14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) to the recommended inflation Program 0 334.
counterclockwise to remove it pressure, remove the
from the tire valve stem. If the tire pressure has not
maximum speed label from the
dropped more than 68 kPa
15. Replace the tire valve sealant canister and place it in
(10 psi) from the recommended
stem cap. a highly visible location.
inflation pressure, inflate the
16. Remove the tire sealant Do not exceed the speed on tire to the recommended
canister (4) from the slot on top this label until the damaged tire inflation pressure.
of the compressor (6). is repaired or replaced.
24. Wipe off any sealant from the
17. Turn the air only hose (10) 21. Return the equipment to its wheel, tire, or vehicle.
counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the
25. Dispose of the used tire
from the tire sealant canister vehicle.
sealant canister (4) at a local
inlet valve (1). 22. Immediately drive the vehicle dealer or in accordance with
18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the local state codes and practices.
clockwise onto the sealant sealant in the tire.
26. Replace it with a new canister
canister inlet valve (1) to 23. Stop at a safe location and available from your dealer.
prevent sealant leakage. check the tire pressure. Refer
to Steps 1–10 under “Using the
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27. After temporarily sealing a tire 5. On/Off Button 1. Remove the compressor from
using the tire sealant and 6. Slot on Top of Compressor its storage location. See
compressor kit, take the 7. Pressure Deflation Button Storing the Tire Sealant and
vehicle to an authorized dealer 8. Pressure Gauge Compressor Kit 0 301.
to have the tire replaced. 2. Remove the air only hose (10)
Using the Tire Sealant and and the power plug (9) from the
Compressor Kit without bottom of the compressor.
Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not 3. Place the compressor on the
Punctured) ground near the flat tire.
The kit includes: Make sure the tire valve stem
is positioned close to the
ground so the hose will
reach it.
4. Remove the valve stem cap
from the flat tire by turning it
counterclockwise.
9. Power Plug
10. Air Only Hose 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to
the tire valve stem by turning it
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire clockwise until tight.
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place. Turn on the hazard 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the
warning flashers. See Hazard accessory power outlet in the
Warning Flashers 0 150. vehicle. Unplug all items from
other accessory power outlets.
1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 294 for See Power Outlets 0 112.
2. Sealant/Air Hose other important safety warnings.
3. Base of Sealant Canister If the vehicle has an accessory
4. Tire Sealant Canister power outlet, do not use the
cigarette lighter.
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If the vehicle only has a reading. The compressor may 12. Turn the air only hose (10)
cigarette lighter, use the be turned on/off until the counterclockwise to remove it
cigarette lighter. correct pressure is reached. from the tire valve stem.
Do not pinch the power plug 13. Replace the tire valve
cord in the door or window. Caution stem cap.
7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle If the recommended pressure 14. Return the air only hose (10)
must be running while using cannot be reached after and power plug (9) back to
the air compressor. approximately 25 minutes, the their original storage location.
8. Press the on/off button (5) to vehicle should not be driven 15. Return the equipment to its
turn the tire sealant and farther. The tire is too severely original storage location in the
compressor kit on. damaged and the tire sealant and vehicle.
The compressor will inflate the compressor kit cannot inflate the The tire sealant and compressor kit
tire with air only. tire. Remove the power plug from has accessory adapters located in a
the accessory power outlet and compartment on the bottom of its
9. Inflate the tire to the unscrew the inflating hose from
recommended inflation housing that can be used to inflate
the tire valve. See Roadside air mattresses, balls, etc.
pressure using the pressure
Assistance Program 0 334.
gauge (8). The recommended
inflation pressure can be found Storing the Tire Sealant
on the Tire and Loading 10. Press the on/off button (5) to and Compressor Kit
Information label. See Tire turn the tire sealant and
To access the tire sealant and
Pressure 0 282. compressor kit off.
compressor kit:
The pressure gauge (8) may Be careful while handling the
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate
read higher than the actual tire compressor as it could be
0 47.
pressure while the compressor warm after usage.
is on. Turn the compressor off 2. Remove the load floor.
11. Unplug the power plug (9) from
to get an accurate pressure the accessory power outlet in
the vehicle.
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Jump Starting { Warning
Jump Starting - North WARNING: Battery posts,
America terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
For more information about the compounds, chemicals known to
vehicle battery, see Battery - North the State of California to cause
America 0 261. cancer and birth defects or other
If the 12-volt battery has run down, reproductive harm. Batteries also
try to use another vehicle and some contain other chemicals known to
jumper cables to start your vehicle. the State of California to cause
Be sure to use the following steps to cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
3. Remove the tire sealant do it safely. HANDLING. For more information
canister (1) and the
compressor (2). go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/

To store the tire sealant canister and


{ Warning passenger-vehicle.

the compressor, reverse the steps. The high voltage battery cannot
be jump started either with See California Proposition
another vehicle or battery 65 Warning 0 252 and the back
charger. Personal injury, death, cover.
or damage to the vehicle could
result. { Warning
Batteries can hurt you. They can
be dangerous because:
. They contain acid that can
burn you.
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Warning (Continued)
. They contain gas that can
explode or ignite.
. They contain enough
electricity to burn you.
If you do not follow these steps
exactly, some or all of these
things can hurt you.

Discharged Battery Positive Discharged Battery Negative


Caution Terminal Terminal
Ignoring these steps could result The jump start positive terminal is The jump start negative grounding
in costly damage to the vehicle on the discharged battery on the point is a stud on a bracket located
that would not be covered by the driver side of the vehicle. near the Accessory Power
vehicle warranty. Trying to start Module (APM).
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it The jump start positive terminal and
will not work, and it could damage jump start negative terminal are on
the vehicle. the battery of the vehicle providing
the jump start.
The positive jump start connection
for the discharged battery is under a
trim cover. Open the cover to
expose the terminal.
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1. Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12-volt battery Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued)
with a negative ground system.
warranty. Whenever possible, turn and some have been blinded.
off or unplug all accessories on Use a flashlight if you need more
Caution either vehicle when jump starting. light.
If the other vehicle does not have Battery fluid contains acid that
a 12-volt system with a negative 4. Turn the vehicle off. Turn off all can burn you. Do not get it on
ground, both vehicles can be lights and accessories in both you. If you accidentally get it in
damaged. Only use a vehicle that vehicles, except the hazard your eyes or on your skin, flush
has a 12-volt system with a warning flashers if needed. the place with water and get
negative ground for jump starting. medical help immediately.
{ Warning
2. Position the two vehicles so
An electric fan can start up even
that they are not touching.
when the propulsion system is not { Warning
3. Set the parking brake and shift operating and can injure you.
into P (Park). See Shifting Into Keep hands, clothing and tools Fans or other moving propulsion
Park 0 203. away from any underhood system parts can injure you badly.
electric fan. Keep your hands away from
Caution moving parts once the propulsion
system is operating.
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump { Warning 5. Connect one end of the red
starting procedure, they could be positive (+) cable to the
damaged. The repairs would not Using a match near a battery can
positive (+) terminal on the
be covered by the vehicle cause battery gas to explode.
discharged battery.
People have been hurt doing this,
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6. Connect the other end of the Towing the Vehicle
red positive (+) cable to the Caution (Continued)
positive (+) terminal of the
good battery. covered by the vehicle warranty. Caution
Always connect and remove the
7. Connect one end of the black jumper cables in the correct order, Incorrectly towing a disabled
negative (–) cable to the making sure that the cables do vehicle may cause damage. The
negative (–) terminal of the not touch each other or other damage would not be covered by
good battery. metal. the vehicle warranty.
8. Connect the other end of the Do not lash or hook to
black negative (–) cable to the suspension components. Use the
Jumper Cable Removal
negative (–) grounding point for
Reverse the sequence exactly when proper straps around the tires to
the discharged battery.
removing the jumper cables. secure the vehicle.
9. Start the vehicle with the good
battery.
Use only a flatbed tow truck for
10. Try to start the vehicle with the towing a disabled vehicle. Never
dead battery. If it will not start use a sling type lift or damage will
after a few tries, it probably occur. Use ramps to help reduce
needs service. approach angles if necessary.
A towed vehicle should have its
Caution drive wheels off the ground.
Consult a professional towing
If the jumper cables are
service if the disabled vehicle must
connected or removed in the
be towed.
wrong order, electrical shorting
may occur and damage the
vehicle. The repairs would not be
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Front Tow Eye Attachment
Caution Point
Improper use of the tow eye can
cause vehicle damage. Use
caution and low speeds to
prevent damage to the vehicle.

If the vehicle is equipped with a tow


eye, only use the tow eye to pull the
vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier
from a flat road surface. Do not use
the tow eye to pull the vehicle from Install the tow eye into the socket
snow, mud, or sand. and turn it until it is fully tightened.
The tow eye is located underneath When the tow eye is removed,
the load floor, near the spare tire or Carefully open the cover in the reinstall the cover with the notch in
the compressor kit, if equipped. fascia by using the small notch that the original position.
conceals the tow eye socket.
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Rear Tow Eye Attachment ground. Dolly towing is towing the
Point vehicle with two wheels on the
ground and two wheels up on a
device known as a dolly.
Here are some important things to
consider before recreational vehicle
towing:
. What is the towing capacity of
the towing vehicle? Be sure to
read the tow vehicle
manufacturer's
recommendations.
Install the tow eye into the socket
and turn it until it is fully tightened. . How far will the vehicle be
When the tow eye is removed, towed? Some vehicles have
reinstall the cover with the notch in restrictions on how far and how
Carefully open the cover in the
the original position. long they can tow.
fascia by using the small notch that
conceals the tow eye socket. . Does the vehicle have the
Recreational Vehicle proper towing equipment? See
Towing your dealer or trailering
professional for additional advice
Recreational vehicle towing means and equipment
towing the vehicle behind another recommendations.
vehicle – such as behind a motor
. Is the vehicle ready to be
home. The two most common types
of recreational vehicle towing are towed? Just as preparing the
known as dinghy towing and dolly vehicle for a long trip, make sure
towing. Dinghy towing is towing the the vehicle is prepared to be
vehicle with all four wheels on the towed.
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Dolly Towing
Caution Caution
Use of a shield mounted in front If the vehicle is towed with all four
of the vehicle grille could restrict wheels on the ground, the
airflow and cause damage to the drivetrain components could be
electric drive unit. The repairs damaged. The repairs would not
would not be covered by the be covered by the vehicle
vehicle warranty. If using a shield, warranty. Do not tow the vehicle
only use one that attaches to the with all four wheels on the
towing vehicle. ground.

Dinghy Towing The vehicle was not designed to be


towed with all four wheels on the
ground. If the vehicle must be Tow the vehicle with the two rear
towed, a dolly should be used. See wheels on the ground and the front
“Dolly Towing” following. wheels on a dolly.
To tow the vehicle from the front
with the rear wheels on the ground:
1. Put the front wheels on the
dolly.
2. Shift the transmission to
P (Park). See Shifting Into Park
0 203.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
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5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's Appearance Care
instructions for preparing the Caution
vehicle and dolly for towing.
Towing the vehicle from the rear Exterior Care
6. Release the parking brake. could damage it. Also, repairs
7. Turn the vehicle off. would not be covered by the Locks
vehicle warranty. Never have the Locks are lubricated at the factory.
8. Open the hood.
vehicle towed from the rear. Use a de-icing agent only when
9. Wait 2 minutes. absolutely necessary, and have the
10. Disconnect the negative (-) locks greased after using.
terminal connector from the Washing the Vehicle
12–volt battery.
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
11. Close and latch the hood. wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.

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


retainer openings over the carpet
retainers and snap into position.
Make sure the floor mat is properly
secured in place.
Verify the floor mat does not
interfere with the pedals.
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Service and General Information for routine maintenance such as tire
rotations and additional
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
maintenance items like tires, brakes,
batteries, and wiper blades.
the required maintenance for the
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help Caution
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 319 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 . . . . . . . 320 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.
Owner Checks and Services responsibility of the owner to have
Owner Checks and Maintenance intervals, checks,
all required maintenance performed. inspections, recommended fluids,
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 up-to-date tools and equipment for Do not have chemical flushes that
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many are not approved by GM
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and performed on the vehicle. The
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy use of flushes, solvents, cleaners,
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online or lubricants that are not
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 scheduling to assist with service approved by GM could damage
Maintenance Replacement needs. the vehicle, requiring expensive
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 repairs that are not covered by
Your dealer recognizes the
Maintenance Records importance of providing the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 327 competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
technicians, the dealer is the place
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The Tire Rotation and Required Maintenance
Services are the responsibility of the { Warning
vehicle owner. It is recommended to
Performing maintenance work can
Schedule
have your dealer perform these
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. be dangerous and can cause Owner Checks and Services
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to serious injury. Perform
Once a Month
keep the vehicle in good working maintenance work only if the
condition. required information, proper tools, . Check the tire inflation
and equipment are available. pressures. See Tire Pressure
The Additional Required Services 0 282.
If they are not, see your dealer to
are for vehicles that:
have a trained technician do the . Inspect the tires for wear. See
. Carry passengers and cargo work. See Doing Your Own Tire Inspection 0 287.
within recommended limits on Service Work 0 253.
the Tire and Loading Information . Check the windshield washer
label. See Vehicle Load Limits fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 197. 0 258.
. Are driven on reasonable road Tire Rotation and Required
surfaces within legal driving Services Every 12 000 km/
limits. 7,500 mi
Refer to the information in the Rotate the tires, if recommended for
Maintenance Schedule Additional the vehicle, and perform the
Required Services chart. following services. See Tire
Rotation 0 287.
. Check coolant level. See
Cooling System 0 257.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0 258.
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. Visually inspect windshield wiper . Check accelerator pedal for
blades for wear, cracking, damage, high effort, or binding.
or contamination. See Exterior Replace if needed.
Care 0 309. Replace worn or . Visually inspect gas strut for
damaged wiper blades. See signs of wear, cracks, or other
Wiper Blade Replacement damage. Check the hold open
0 263. ability of the strut. If the hold
. Check tire inflation pressures. open ability is low, service the
See Tire Pressure 0 282. gas strut. See Gas Strut(s)
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire 0 264.
Inspection 0 287. . Check tire sealant expiration
. Visually check for fluid leaks. date, if equipped. See Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit
. Inspect brake system. See 0 295.
Exterior Care 0 309.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care 0 309.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 0 69.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0 309.
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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

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1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi

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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
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Drain and fill vehicle coolant circuits. (2) @
Replace brake fluid. (3)

Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Or every five years, whichever Owner Checks and
Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System
Services 0 257. Services
(1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Replace brake fluid every five . At least twice a year, have
comes first. More frequent years. See Brake Fluid 0 260. underbody flushing service
passenger compartment air filter performed. See "Underbody
replacement may be needed if Maintenance" in Exterior Care
driving in areas with heavy traffic, 0 309.
poor air quality, high dust levels,
or environmental allergens.
Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if
there is reduced airflow, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
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. Trained dealer technicians have . Instrument cluster lights may
Additional the diagnostic equipment to test come on to indicate that fluids
Maintenance and Care the battery and ensure that the may be low and need to be
connections and cables are filled.
Your vehicle is an important
corrosion-free.
investment and caring for it properly Hoses
may help to avoid future costly Brakes Hoses transport fluids and should
repairs. To maintain vehicle
Brakes stop the vehicle and are be regularly inspected to ensure
performance, additional
crucial to safe driving. that there are no cracks or leaks.
maintenance services may be
. Signs of brake wear may include With a multi-point inspection, your
required. It is recommended
chirping, grinding, or squealing dealer can inspect the hoses and
that your dealer perform these
noises, or difficulty stopping. advise if replacement is needed.
services — their trained dealer
technicians know your vehicle best. . Trained dealer technicians have Lamps
Your dealer can also perform a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps,
thorough assessment with a to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are
multi-point inspection to recommend recommend quality parts important to see and be seen on
when your vehicle may need engineered for the vehicle. the road.
attention. The following list is
intended to explain the services and Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need
conditions to look for that may Proper fluid levels and approved attention include dimming, failure
indicate services are required. fluids protect the vehicle’s systems to light, cracking, or damage.
and components. See The brake lamps need to be
Battery checked periodically to ensure
Recommended Fluids and
The battery supplies power to Lubricants 0 325 for GM approved that they light when braking.
operate any additional electrical fluids. . With a multi-point inspection,
accessories. your dealer can check the lamps
. Keep the windshield washer fluid
. To avoid break-down or failure, and note any concerns.
reservoir filled.
maintain a battery with full
power.
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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 vehicle’s interior and and kept in good condition to
when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 314 and provide a clear view.
Exterior Care 0 309.
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 ensuring that the tires deliver . Trained dealer technicians can
reduce the risk of tire failure. optimal wear and performance. check the wiper blades and
. Signs that the alignment may replace them when needed.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more need to be adjusted include
visible treadwear indicators; cord pulling, improper vehicle
or fabric showing through the handling, or unusual tire wear.
rubber; cracks or cuts in the . Your dealer has the required
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or equipment to ensure proper
split in the tire. wheel alignment.
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Electric Drive Unit See your dealer.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in
Canada 19299819).
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Liftgate Hinges Canada 10953474).
Vehicle Coolant Circuits Use Only Premix DEX-COOL Coolant (GM Part No. 12378390, in
Canada 10953456). See Cooling System 0 257.
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or
equivalent.
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185
Wiper Blades
Driver Side – 68 cm (26.8 in) 42341754 —
Passenger Side – 68 cm (26.8 in) 42341756 —
Rear – 30 cm (11.8 in) 84215609 —
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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 Maintenance Stamp Services Performed
Reading
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Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts
Identification Label
Vehicle Identification This label, on the inside of the trunk
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) area, has the following information:
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 There may be a label on the inside . Vehicle Identification
Service Parts Identification of the trunk that contains the Number (VIN)
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 following information: . Model designation
Vehicle Data . Vehicle Identification . Paint information
Capacities and Number (VIN)
. Production options and special
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 . Model designation
equipment
. Paint information Do not remove this label from the
. Production options and special vehicle.
equipment
If there is no label, there is a
barcode on the certification label on
the center (B) pillar to scan for this
same information.
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions.
Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 325 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
Air Conditioning Refrigerant type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the
hood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling Systems
High Voltage Battery 7.0 L 7.4 qt
Power Electronics 3.8 L 4.0 qt
Heater 2.0 L 2.1 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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Customer Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to
Customer Information
Information the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Customer Satisfaction
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure
Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns
Customer Assistance General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
with the sales transaction or the
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 333
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 333 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 342 of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 337 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Service Publications Ordering If the matter has already been
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 reviewed with the sales, service,
Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 of your dealership or the general
manager.
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STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, decision given in your case, you
member of dealership management, remember that your concern will may reject it and proceed with any
it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's other venue for relief available
resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest to you.
further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. You may contact the BBB Auto Line
Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Program using the toll-free
Center at 1-877-486-5846. In Both General Motors and your telephone number or write them at
Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making the following address:
Canada Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied
1-800-263-3777 (English), BBB Auto Line Program
with the new vehicle. However, Council of Better Business Bureaus,
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). if you continue to remain unsatisfied Inc.
We encourage you to call the after following the procedure 3033 Wilson Boulevard
toll-free number in order to give the outlined in Steps One and Two, you Suite 600 , Arlington, VA 22201
inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to http://www.bbb.org/council/
give the Customer Assistance enforce your rights. programs-services/
representative: The BBB Auto Line Program is an dispute-handling-and-resolution/
. Vehicle Identification Number out-of-court program administered bbb-auto-line
(VIN). This is available from the by the Council of Better Business This program is available in all
vehicle registration or title, or the Bureaus to settle automotive 50 states and the District of
plate at the top left of the disputes regarding vehicle repairs or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
instrument panel and visible the interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other
through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves
. Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility
dispute resolution program prior to limitations and/or discontinue its
. Vehicle delivery date and filing a court action, use of the
present mileage. participation in this program.
program is free of charge and your
case will generally be heard within
40 days. If you do not agree with the
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STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance
Owners : In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor
not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP),
Offices
addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to
procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for
and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer
Company wants you to be aware of 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet,
its participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to:
Mediation/Arbitration Program. The Mediation/Arbitration Program
General Motors of Canada United States and Puerto Rico
c/o Customer Care Centre
Company has committed to binding General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division
arbitration of owner disputes Company Chevrolet Customer Assistance
involving factory-related vehicle Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center
service claims. The program 1908 Colonel Sam Drive P.O. Box 33170
provides for the review of the facts Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Detroit, MI 48232-5170
involved by an impartial third party www.Chevrolet.com
arbiter, and may include an informal The inquiry should be accompanied
hearing before the arbiter. The by the Vehicle Identification 1-877-486-5846
program is designed so that the Number (VIN). 1-800-833-2438 (For Text
entire dispute settlement process, Telephone Devices (TTYs))
from the time you file your complaint Roadside Assistance:
to the final decision, should be 1-888-811-1926
completed in about 70 days. We From U.S. Virgin Islands:
believe our impartial program offers 1-800-496-9994
advantages over courts in most
jurisdictions because it is informal,
quick, and free of charge.
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Canada the U.S. can communicate with D : Select a preferred dealer and
Chevrolet by dialing: view locations, maps, phone
General Motors of Canada
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in numbers, and hours.
Company
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: r : Track your vehicle’s warranty
CA1-163-005 information.
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Center
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Online Owner Experience Identification Number (VIN). See
www.gm.ca (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
1-800-263-3777 (English) 0 328.
The Chevrolet online owner
1-800-263-7854 (French)
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
experience allows interaction with H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
Chevrolet and keeps important Satellite radio (if equipped), and
Telephone devices (TTYs))
vehicle-specific information in one OnStar account information.
Roadside Assistance:
place.
1-800-268-6800 F : Chat with online help
Membership Benefits representatives.
Overseas
E : Download owner's manuals See my.chevrolet.com to register
Please contact the local General and view vehicle-specific how-to your vehicle.
Motors Business Unit. videos.
Chevrolet Owner Centre
Customer Assistance for G : View maintenance schedules, (Canada) chevroletowner.ca
alerts, and OnStar Vehicle
Text Telephone (TTY) Diagnostic Information. Schedule Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre:
Users service appointments. . Chat live with online help
To assist customers who are deaf, I : View and print dealer-recorded representatives.
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records and self-recorded . Locate owner resources such as
and who use Text Telephones service records. lease-end, financing, and
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY warranty information.
equipment available at its Customer
Assistance Center. Any TTY user in
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. Retrieve your favorite articles, To learn about the GM Mobility . Telephone number of your
quizzes, tips, and multimedia program, see www.gmmobility.com location.
galleries organized into the or 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's manuals.
General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle
. Find the
a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and
Chevrolet-recommended delivery date of the vehicle.
maintenance services. or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(800-463-7483) for details. TTY . Description of the problem.
users call 1-800-263-3830.
GM Mobility Coverage
Reimbursement Program Roadside Assistance Services are provided for the
Program duration of the vehicle’s powertrain
warranty.
From the U.S., call 1-888-811-1926;
Text Telephone (TTY): In the U.S., anyone driving the
1-888-889-2438. vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
From Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. permission from the owner is not
Service is available 24 hours a day, covered.
This program is available to 365 days a year.
qualified applicants for cost Roadside Assistance is not a part of
reimbursement, up to certain limits, Calling for Assistance the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
of eligible aftermarket adaptive General Motors North America and
When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet reserve the right to make
equipment required for the vehicle, have the following information
such as hand controls or a any changes or discontinue the
ready: Roadside Assistance program at
wheelchair/scooter lift for the
vehicle. . Your name, home address, and any time without notification.
home telephone number.
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General Motors North America and large puncture, the tire is too . Mounting, dismounting,
Chevrolet reserve the right to limit severely damaged for the self or changing of snow tires,
services or payment to an owner or sealing tire to be effective and chains, or other traction devices.
driver if they decide the claims are the vehicle will have to be Service is not provided if a vehicle
made too often, or the same type of towed. 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
. Lock-Out Service: Service to . Battery Jump Start: Service to winter roads. Off-road use is not
unlock the vehicle if you are jump start a dead battery. covered.
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Specific to Canadian
For security reasons, the driver Assistance: If your trip is Vehicles
must present identification interrupted due to a warranty
event, incidental expenses may . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
before this service is given.
be reimbursed within the registration is required.
. Emergency Tow from a Public Powertrain warranty period. . Trip Interruption Benefits and
Road or Highway: Tow to the Items considered are reasonable Assistance: Must be over
nearest certified Bolt EV dealer and customary hotel, meals, 150 km (93 mi) from where the
for warranty service, or if the rental car, or a vehicle being trip was started to qualify.
vehicle was in a crash and delivered back to the customer, Pre-authorization, original
cannot be driven. Assistance is up to 500 miles. detailed receipts, and a copy of
not given when the vehicle is
the repair orders are required.
stuck in the sand, mud, or snow. Services Not Included in
Once authorization has been
Emergency towing may be Roadside Assistance received, the Roadside
covered during the Extended . Impound towing caused by Assistance advisor will help to
Vehicle (EV) warranty. violation of any laws. make arrangements and explain
. Flat Tire Change: If the tire has . Legal fines. how to receive payment.
been separated from the wheel,
has damaged sidewalls, or has a
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. Alternative Service: If unless, of course, the problem is entitled “Limited Warranty and
assistance cannot be provided safety related. If it is, please call Owner Assistance Information”
right away, the Roadside your dealership, let them know this, furnished with each new vehicle
Assistance advisor may give and ask for instructions. provides detailed warranty coverage
permission to get local If your dealer requests you to bring information.
emergency road service. You will the vehicle for service, you are
receive payment, up to $100, Transportation Options
urged to do so as early in the work
after sending the original receipt day as possible to allow for Warranty service can generally be
to Roadside Assistance. same-day repair. completed while you wait. However,
Mechanical failures may be if you are unable to do so, your
covered, however any cost for dealer may offer the following
parts and labor for repairs not Courtesy Transportation transportation options:
covered by the warranty are the Program
owner's responsibility. Shuttle Service
To enhance your ownership
experience, we and our participating This includes one-way or round-trip
Scheduling Service dealers are proud to offer Courtesy shuttle service within reasonable
Appointments Transportation, a customer support time and distance parameters of
program for vehicles with the your dealer's area.
When the vehicle requires warranty Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty
service, contact your dealer and Public Transportation
Coverage period in Canada), and
request an appointment. By extended powertrain in both the If overnight warranty repairs are
scheduling a service appointment U.S. and Canada. needed, and public transportation is
and advising the service consultant used, the expense must be
of your transportation needs, your Several Courtesy Transportation supported by original receipts and
dealer can help minimize your options are available to assist in within the maximum amount allowed
inconvenience. reducing inconvenience when by GM for shuttle service. Claim
warranty repairs are required. amounts should reflect actual costs
If the vehicle cannot be scheduled
into the service department Courtesy Transportation is not a and be supported by original
immediately, keep driving it until it part of the New Vehicle Limited receipts. See your dealer for
can be scheduled for service, Warranty. A separate booklet information.
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Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to appearance, durability, and safety
For an overnight warranty repair, the unilaterally modify, change, are preserved. The use of Genuine
dealer may provide an available or discontinue Courtesy GM parts can help maintain the GM
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for Transportation at any time and to New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
reimbursement of a rental vehicle. resolve all questions of claim Recycled original equipment parts
Reimbursement is limited and must eligibility pursuant to the terms and may also be used for repair. These
be supported by original receipts as conditions described herein at its parts are typically removed from
well as a signed and completed sole discretion. vehicles that were total losses in
rental agreement and meet state/ prior crashes. In most cases, the
provincial, local, and rental vehicle Collision Damage Repair parts being recycled are from
provider requirements. If the vehicle is involved in a undamaged sections of the vehicle.
Requirements vary and may include collision and it is damaged, have the A recycled original equipment GM
minimum age requirements, damage repaired by a qualified part may be an acceptable choice to
insurance coverage, credit card, etc. technician using the proper maintain the vehicle's originally
Additional fees such as taxes, equipment and quality replacement designed appearance and safety
levies, usage fees, excessive parts. Poorly performed collision performance; however, the history of
mileage, or rental usage beyond the repairs diminish the vehicle resale these parts is not known. Such parts
completion of the repair are also value, and safety performance can are not covered by the GM New
your responsibility. be compromised in subsequent Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any
It may not be possible to provide a collisions. related failures are not covered by
like vehicle as a courtesy rental. that warranty.
Collision Parts
Aftermarket collision parts are also
Additional Program Genuine GM Collision parts are new available. These are made by
Information parts made with the same materials companies other than GM and may
All program options, such as shuttle and construction methods as the not have been tested for the vehicle.
service, may not be available at parts with which the vehicle was As a result, these parts may fit
every dealer. Contact your dealer originally built. Genuine GM poorly, exhibit premature durability/
for specific availability. Collision parts are the best choice to corrosion problems, and may not
ensure that the vehicle's designed perform properly in subsequent
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collisions. Aftermarket parts are not aftermarket collision parts. Some puts you in danger, or you are
covered by the GM New Vehicle insurance companies will not instructed to move it by a police
Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts. officer.
failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we Give only the necessary information
covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the to police and other parties involved
vehicle will be repaired with GM in the crash.
Repair Facility original equipment collision parts.
GM also recommends that you If such insurance coverage is not For emergency towing see
choose a collision repair facility that available from your current Roadside Assistance Program
meets your needs before you ever insurance carrier, consider switching 0 334.
need collision repairs. Your dealer to another insurance carrier. Gather the following information:
may have a collision repair center If the vehicle is leased, the leasing . Driver name, address, and
with GM-trained technicians and company may require you to have
state-of-the-art equipment, or be telephone number
insurance that ensures repairs with
able to recommend a collision repair Genuine GM Original Equipment . Driver license number
center that has GM-trained Manufacturer (OEM) parts or . Owner name, address, and
technicians and comparable Genuine Manufacturer replacement telephone number
equipment. parts. Read the lease carefully, as
. Vehicle license plate number
Insuring the Vehicle you may be charged at the end of
the lease for poor quality repairs. . Vehicle make, model, and
Protect your investment in the GM model year
vehicle with comprehensive and If a Crash Occurs
collision insurance coverage. There . Vehicle Identification
If there has been an injury, call Number (VIN)
are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not
quality of coverage afforded by leave the scene of a crash until all . Insurance company and policy
various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of. number
Many insurance policies provide Move the vehicle only if its position . General description of the
reduced protection to the GM
damage to the other vehicle
vehicle by limiting compensation for
damage repairs by using
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Choose a reputable repair facility be original equipment parts, either Service Publications
that uses quality replacement parts. new Genuine GM parts or recycled
See “Collision Parts” earlier in this original GM parts. Remember,
Ordering Information
section. recycled parts will not be covered by Service Manuals
In a crash, the sensing system may the GM vehicle warranty.
Service Manuals have the diagnosis
shut down the high voltage system. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, and repair information on the
See Battery - North America 0 261 but you must live with the repair. electric drive unit, axle, suspension,
for important safety information. Depending on your policy limits, brakes, electrical, steering,
If an airbag has inflated, see What your insurance company may body, etc.
Will You See after an Airbag initially value the repair using
Inflates? 0 75. aftermarket parts. Discuss this with Owner Information
If the vehicle is damaged from a the repair professional, and insist on Owner publications are written
crash, flood, fire, or other event it Genuine GM parts. Remember, specifically for owners and intended
may be necessary to have the if the vehicle is leased, you may be to provide basic operational
vehicle inspected. SeeBattery - obligated to have the vehicle information about the vehicle. The
North America 0 261 and High repaired with Genuine GM parts, Owner Manual includes the
Voltage Safety Information 0 22 for even if your insurance coverage Maintenance Schedule for all
important safety information. does not pay the full cost. models.
If another party's insurance In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio,
Managing the Vehicle Damage company is paying for the repairs,
Repair Process Owner Manual, and Warranty
you are not obligated to accept a Booklet.
In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that
damage repairs, GM recommends insurance company's collision policy RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 to
that you take an active role in its repair limits, as you have no $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
repair. If you have a pre-determined contractual limits with that company. shipping fees.
repair facility of choice, take the In such cases, you can have control Without Pouch: Owner Manual only.
vehicle there, or have it towed there. of the repair and parts choices as
Specify to the facility that any long as the cost stays within
required replacement collision parts reasonable limits.
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RETAIL SELL PRICE: Radio Frequency Reporting Safety
$25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
shipping fees.
Statement Defects
This vehicle has systems that
Current and Past Models operate on a radio frequency that Reporting Safety Defects
Service and Owner Publications are complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the
available for many current and past Federal Communications
to the United States
model GM vehicles. Commission (FCC) rules and with Government
Innovation, Science and Economic If you believe that your vehicle
ORDER TOLL FREE: Development (ISED) Canada's
1-800-551-4123 Monday - Friday has a defect which could cause
RSP-100 / license-exempt RSS's /
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time ICES-001. a crash or could cause injury or
For Credit Card Orders Only death, you should immediately
Operation is subject to the following inform the National Highway
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit two conditions:
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com Traffic Safety Administration
1. The device may not cause (NHTSA) in addition to notifying
Or write to: harmful interference. General Motors.
Helm, Incorporated 2. The device must accept any
Attention: Customer Service If NHTSA receives similar
interference received, including complaints, it may open an
47911 Halyard Drive interference that may cause
Plymouth, MI 48170 investigation, and if it finds that
undesired operation of the
Prices are subject to change without device. a safety defect exists in a group
notice and without incurring of vehicles, it may order a recall
Changes or modifications to any of and remedy campaign.
obligation. Allow ample time for these systems by other than an
delivery. However, NHTSA cannot
authorized service facility could void
All listed prices are quoted in U.S. authorization to use this equipment. become involved in individual
funds. Make checks payable in U.S. problems between you, your
funds. dealer, or General Motors.
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To contact NHTSA, you may call www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) General Motors of Canada
the Vehicle Safety Hotline or write to: Company
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
1-800-424-9153); go to http:// Transport Canada CA1-163-005
www.safercar.gov; or write to: Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Defect Investigations and Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Administrator, NHTSA Recalls Division In Mexico, call 01-800-466-0811.
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. 80 Noel Street
Washington, D.C. 20590 In other Central America and
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Caribbean Countries, call
You can also obtain other 52-722-236-0680.
information about motor vehicle Reporting Safety Defects
safety from http:// to General Motors
www.safercar.gov.
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or
Transport Canada) in a situation like
Reporting Safety Defects this, notify General Motors.
to the Canadian Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
Government
Chevrolet Motor Division
If you live in Canada, and you Chevrolet Customer Assistance
believe that the vehicle has a Center
safety defect, notify Transport P.O. Box 33170
Canada immediately, and notify Detroit, MI 48232-5170
General Motors of Canada In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777
Company. Call Transport (English) or 1-800-263-7854
Canada at 1-800-333-0510; (French), or write:
go to:
www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English)
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Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a
better understanding of the
Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and
event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur.
Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near Note
The vehicle has a number of
crash-like situations, such as an air EDR data are recorded by your
computers that record information
bag deployment or hitting a road vehicle only if a non-trivial crash
about the vehicle’s performance and
how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are
understanding how a vehicle’s recorded by the EDR under normal
vehicle uses computer modules to
systems performed. The EDR is driving conditions and no personal
monitor and control electric drive
designed to record data related to data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
unit performance, to monitor the
conditions for airbag deployment vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded.
systems for a short period of time, However, other parties, such as law
and to deploy them in a crash, and,
typically 30 seconds or less. The enforcement, could combine the
if equipped, to provide antilock
EDR in this vehicle is designed to EDR data with the type of
braking to help the driver control the
vehicle. These modules may store record such data as: personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash
data to help the dealer technician . How various systems in your
investigation.
service the vehicle. Some modules vehicle were operating;
may also store data about how the To read data recorded by an EDR,
. Whether or not the driver and
vehicle is operated, such as rate of special equipment is required, and
energy consumption or average passenger safety belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is
speed. These modules may retain buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle
personal preferences, such as radio . How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as
presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ law enforcement, that have the
temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the
. How fast the vehicle was information if they have access to
traveling. the vehicle or the EDR.
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GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and
share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar
consent of the vehicle owner or, website.
if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional Information
consent of the lessee; in response 0 350.
to an official request by police or
similar government office; as part of
GM's defense of litigation through
the discovery process; or, as
required by law. Data that GM
collects or receives may also be
used for GM research needs or may
be made available to others for
research purposes, where a need is
shown and the data is not tied to a
specific vehicle or vehicle owner.

OnStar
If the vehicle is equipped with
OnStar and has an active service
plan, additional data may be
collected through the OnStar
system. This includes information
about the vehicle’s operation;
collisions involving the vehicle; the
use of the vehicle and its features;
and, in certain situations, the
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
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OnStar OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and
Software Terms for more details
including system limitations at
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
OnStar Overview
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
The OnStar system status light is
OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 status light is:
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Q Blue OnStar Button . Flashing Green: On a call.
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
> 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 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 service Advisor.
plan and data plan. OnStar requires Functionality of the Voice Command
the vehicle battery and electrical button may vary by vehicle and
system, cellular service, and GPS region.
satellite signals to be available and
operating. OnStar acts as a link to
existing emergency service
providers. OnStar may collect
information about you and your
vehicle, including location
information. See OnStar User
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= to: . Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
Press
if equipped.
OnStar Services
. Open the OnStar app on the
infotainment display. See the Press > to get a priority connection Emergency
infotainment manual for to an OnStar Advisor available Emergency Services require an
information on how to use the 24/7 to: active, OnStar service plan
OnStar app. . Get help for an emergency. (excludes Basic Plan). With
Or . Be a Good Samaritan or Automatic Crash Response, built-in
. Make a call, end a call, respond to an AMBER Alert. sensors can automatically alert a
or answer an incoming call. specially trained OnStar Advisor
. Get assistance in severe who is immediately connected in to
. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling weather or other crisis situations the vehicle to help.
voice commands. and find evacuation routes.
Press > for a priority connection to
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
an OnStar Advisor who can contact
Navigation voice commands. emergency service providers, direct
. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi them to your exact location, and
hotspot name or SSID and relay important information.
password, if equipped. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
Press Q to connect to an trained Advisors are available
Advisor to: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
. Verify account information or assistance, and information during a
update contact information. crisis.
. Get driving directions. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
. Receive a Diagnostic check of can locate a nearby service provider
the vehicle's key operating to help with a flat tire, a battery
systems. jump, or an empty gas tank.
. Receive Roadside Assistance.
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Security Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn 2. Say “Cancel route.” System
directions or have them sent to the responds: “Do you want to
If equipped, OnStar provides these cancel directions?”
services: vehicle’s navigation screen,
if equipped. 3. Say “Yes.” System responds:
. With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, “OK, request completed, thank
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Turn-by-Turn Navigation you, goodbye.”
pinpoint the vehicle and help
1. Press Q to connect to an Route Preview
authorities quickly recover it.
Advisor.
. With Remote Ignition Block, 1. Press =. System responds:
2. Request directions to be
if equipped, OnStar can block “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
downloaded to the vehicle.
the vehicle from being restarted.
3. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say “Route preview.” System
. With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, responds with the next three
commands.
if equipped, OnStar can work maneuvers.
with law enforcement to Using Voice Commands
gradually slow the vehicle down. Repeat
During a Planned Route
Theft Alarm Notification Functionality of the Voice Command 1. Press =. System responds:
button may vary by vehicle and “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
If equipped, if the doors are locked
and the vehicle alarm sounds, a region. For some vehicles, press = 2. Say “Repeat.” System
notification by text, e-mail, or phone to open the OnStar app on the responds with the last direction
call will be sent. If the vehicle is infotainment display. For other given, then responds with
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work vehicles press = as follows. “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
with authorities to recover the Get My Destination
vehicle. Cancel Route
1. Press =. System responds:
1. Press =. System responds:
Navigation “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
OnStar navigation requires a
specific OnStar service plan.
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2. Say “Get my destination.” Ensuring Security 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot
System responds with the . Change the default passwords information, press = to open
address and distance to the for the Wi-Fi hotspot and the OnStar app on the
destination, then responds with myChevrolet mobile app. Make infotainment display, then
“OnStar ready,” then a tone. these passwords different from select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some
Send Destination to Vehicle each other and use a vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or
combination of letters, numbers, Settings on the screen.
Directions can be sent to the and symbols to increase the
vehicle’s navigation screen, 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display
security. the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID),
if equipped.
. Change the default name of the password, and on some
Press Q, then ask the Advisor to SSID (Service Set Identifier). vehicles, the connection type
download directions to the vehicle’s This is your network’s name that (no Internet connection, 3G,
navigation system, if equipped. After is visible to other wireless 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality
the call ends, the navigation screen devices. Choose a unique name (poor, good, excellent).
will provide prompts to begin driving and avoid family names or 3. To change the SSID or
directions. Routes that are sent to vehicle descriptions.
the navigation screen can only be password, press Q or call
canceled through the navigation OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
system. The vehicle may have a built-in with an Advisor. On some
Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access vehicles, the SSID and
See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or password can be changed in
www.onstar.ca (Canada). to the Internet and web content at
4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu.

Connections devices can be connected. A data After initial set-up, your vehicle’s
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot will connect
The following OnStar services help controls only when it is safe to automatically to your mobile
with staying connected. do so. devices. Manage data usage by
For coverage maps, see turning Wi-Fi on or off on your
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or mobile device, using the
www.onstar.ca (Canada). myChevrolet mobile app, or by
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contacting an OnStar Advisor. On . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot OnStar AtYourService
some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be on/off, manage settings, and
OnStar Advisors can provide offers
managed from the Wi-Fi monitor data consumption,
from restaurants and retailers on
Hotspot menu. if equipped.
your route, help locate hotels,
myChevrolet Mobile App (If . Locate a dealer and schedule or book a room. These services
Available) service. vary by market.
Download the myChevrolet mobile . Request roadside assistance. OnStar Hands-Free Calling
app to compatible Apple and . Set a parking reminder with pin
Android smartphones. Chevrolet Make and receive calls with the
drop, take a photo, make a note, built-in wireless calling service,
users can access the following and set a timer.
services from a smartphone: which requires available minutes.
. Connect with Chevrolet on social Functionality of the Voice Command
. Remotely start/stop the vehicle, media. button may vary by vehicle and
if factory-equipped. region. For some vehicles, press =
. Set the climate control settings.
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped to open the OnStar app on the
with automatic locks. For myChevrolet mobile app infotainment display, then select
information and compatibility, see Hands-Free calling. For other
. Activate the horn and lamps. www.my.chevrolet.com.
. vehicles press = as follows.
Check the vehicle’s energy level, An active OnStar service plan,
range or tire pressure, compatible device, factory-installed Make a Call
if factory-equipped with the Tire remote start, and power locks are
Pressure Monitor System. 1. Press =. System responds:
required. Data rates apply. See
“OnStar ready.”
. Send destinations to the vehicle. www.onstar.com for details and
system limitations. 2. Say “Call.” System responds:
. Locate the vehicle on a map “Call. Please say the name or
(U.S. market only). Remote Services number to call.”
Contact an OnStar Advisor to
unlock the doors or sound the horn
and flash the lamps.
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3. Say the entire number without Verify Minutes and Expiration . Proactive Alerts: Receive a
pausing, including a “1” and the real-time e-mail or text message
area code. System responds: Press = and say “Minutes” then regarding potential issues with
“OK, calling.” “Verify” to check how many minutes key vehicle components, such
remain and their expiration date. as the battery, fuel system,
Calling 911 Emergency or starter system. Alerts for
1. Press =. System responds: Diagnostics potential issues appear on the
“OnStar ready.” infotainment display. Proactive
By monitoring and reporting on the
Alerts are designed to help
2. Say “Call.” System responds: vehicle’s key systems, OnStar
predict specific types of issues
“Call. Please say the name or Advanced Diagnostics provides a
based on information collected
number to call.” way to keep up on maintenance.
from the vehicle. Other factors
Capabilities vary by model. See
3. Say “911” without pausing. may affect vehicle performance.
www.onstar.com for details and
System responds: “911.” Not all issues will deliver alerts.
system limitations. Message and
In some cases, a dealer service
4. Say “Call.” System responds: data rates may apply. Advanced
check may be required to
“OK, dialing 911.” Diagnostics requires an active
confirm the accuracy of the
OnStar paid service plan, e-mail
Retrieve My Number alerts.
address on file, and enrollment in
Advanced Diagnostics. . Dealer Maintenance Notification:
1. Press =. System responds: Have the vehicle notify your
“OnStar ready.” Includes:
preferred dealer when it is time
2. Say “My number.” System . Diagnostic Alerts: Set for maintenance. Your dealer will
responds: “Your OnStar preferences to receive real-time then contact you to set up an
Hands-Free Calling number is,” e-mails, texts, or monthly reports appointment.
then says the number. of the vehicle’s health. Or
To begin, press Q to speak to an
press Q to have an Advisor
End a Call initiate a remote diagnostic
Advisor, or see www.onstar.com.
Press =. System responds: “Call report.
ended.”
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.
OnStar Additional After change in ownership and
at 90 days.
Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics,
Remote Services, Roadside
Information Assistance, Turn-by-Turn
Transferring Service Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling
OnStar Smart Driver are available on most vehicles. Not
Press Q to request account transfer
OnStar Smart Driver provides eligibility information. The Advisor all OnStar services are available
information about driving behavior to can cancel or change account everywhere or on all vehicles. For
help maximize overall vehicle information. more information, a full description
performance, reduce wear and tear, of OnStar services, system
and enhance fuel efficiency. An Selling/Transferring the limitations, and OnStar User Terms,
Insurance Discounts Eligibility Vehicle Privacy Statement, and Software
feature is also offered within OnStar Terms:
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
Smart Driver. See www.onstar.com (1-888-466-7827) immediately to . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
for details regarding vehicle terminate your OnStar services if (1-888-466-7827).
eligibility and system limitations. the vehicle is disposed of, sold,
OnStar, General Motors, and their . See www.onstar.com (U.S.).
transferred, or if the lease ends.
affiliates are not insurance . See www.onstar.ca (Canada).
providers. Obtain insurance only Reactivation for Subsequent . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080.
from licensed insurance providers. Owners
In-Vehicle Audio Messages
. Press Q to speak with an
Press Q and follow the prompts to Advisor.
Audio messages may play important speak to an Advisor as soon as
information at the following times: possible. The Advisor will update OnStar services cannot work unless
vehicle records and explain OnStar the vehicle is in a place where
. Prior to vehicle purchase. Press OnStar has an agreement with a
service options.
Q to set up an account. wireless service provider for service
. With the OnStar Basic Plan, How OnStar Service Works in that area. The wireless service
every 60 days. Automatic Crash Response, provider must also have coverage,
Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, network capacity, reception, and
Stolen Vehicle Assistance, technology compatible with OnStar
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services. Service involving location Press Q to help: change the OnStar PIN, contact an
information about the vehicle cannot OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or
work unless GPS signals are . Locate a gas station with an
attendant to pump gas. calling 1-888-4ONSTAR.
available, unobstructed, and
compatible with the OnStar . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., Warranty
hardware. OnStar services may not that meets accessibility needs. OnStar equipment may be
work if the OnStar equipment is not warranted as part of the vehicle
. Provide directions to the closest
properly installed or it has not been warranty.
properly maintained. If equipment or hospital or pharmacy in urgent
situations.
software is added, connected, Languages
or modified, OnStar services may TTY Users The vehicle can be programmed to
not work. Other problems beyond
OnStar has the ability to respond in multiple languages.
the control of OnStar — such as
hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, communicate to deaf, Press Q and ask for an Advisor.
electrical system design and hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired Advisors are available in English,
architecture of the vehicle, damage customers while in the vehicle. The Spanish, and French. Available
to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless available dealer-installed TTY languages may vary by country.
phone network congestion or system can provide in-vehicle
access to all OnStar services, Potential Issues
jamming — may prevent service.
except Virtual Advisor and OnStar OnStar cannot perform Remote
See Radio Frequency Statement Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
0 340.
OnStar Personal Identification Assistance after the vehicle has
Services for People with been off continuously for 10 days
Number (PIN) without an ignition cycle. If the
Disabilities
A PIN is needed to access some vehicle has not been started for
Advisors provide services to help OnStar services. The PIN will need 10 days, OnStar can contact
with physical disabilities and to be changed the first time when Roadside Assistance or a locksmith
medical conditions. speaking with an Advisor. To to help gain access to the vehicle.
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Global Positioning or near the antenna to prevent equipment may interfere with the
System (GPS) blocking cellular and GPS signal operation of the OnStar system and
reception. cause it to not operate.
. Obstruction of the GPS can
occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar Vehicle Software Updates
buildings; in parking garages; Message OnStar or GM may remotely deliver
around airports; in tunnels and
If there is limited cellular coverage software updates or changes to the
underpasses; or in an area with
or the cellular network has reached vehicle without further notice or
very dense trees. If GPS signals
maximum capacity, this message consent. These updates or changes
are not available, the OnStar
may come on. Press Q to try the may enhance or maintain safety,
system should still operate to
call again or try again after driving a security, or the operation of the
call OnStar. However, OnStar
few miles into another cellular area. vehicle or the vehicle systems.
could have difficulty identifying
Software updates or changes may
the exact location.
Vehicle and Power Issues affect or erase data or settings that
. In emergency situations, OnStar are stored in the vehicle, such as
OnStar services require a vehicle
can use the last stored GPS OnStar Hands-Free Calling name
electrical system, wireless service,
location to send to emergency tags, saved navigation destinations,
and GPS satellite technologies to be
responders. or pre-set radio stations. Neither
available and operating for features
A temporary loss of GPS can cause OnStar nor GM is responsible for
to function properly. These systems
loss of the ability to send a any affected or erased data or
may not operate if the battery is
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The settings. These updates or changes
discharged or disconnected.
Advisor may give a verbal route or may also collect personal
may ask for a call back after the Add-on Electrical Equipment information. Such collection is
vehicle is driven into an open area. described in the OnStar privacy
The OnStar system is integrated statement or separately disclosed at
Cellular and GPS Antennas into the electrical architecture of the the time of installation. These
vehicle. Do not add any electrical updates or changes may also cause
Cellular reception is required for equipment. See Add-On Electrical a system to automatically
OnStar to send remote signals to Equipment 0 249. Added electrical communicate with GM servers to
the vehicle. Do not place items over
collect information about vehicle
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Airbag System (cont'd)
Index A
Accessories and When Should an Airbag
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 72
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 249 Airbags
Additional Information Adding Equipment to the
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Additional Maintenance Passenger Status Indicator . . . 122
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Agreements Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Trademarks and License . . . . . 181 Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Air Conditioning Regular Alarm
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Air Filter, Passenger Alert
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 227
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Airbag System AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Antenna
How Does an Airbag Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 210
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 77 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
What Makes an Airbag Appearance Care
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
What Will You See after an Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
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Armrest Bluetooth C
Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Assistance Program, Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 California
Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Brake Perchlorate Materials
Assistance Systems for Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 123 California
Assistance Systems for Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Proposition
Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 219 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .252, 261, 302,
Audio Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Back Cover
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 155 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . 212 Capacities and
Automatic Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Climate Control System . . . . . . . 183 Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Carbon Monoxide
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Braking System Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . 225 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 200 Cargo
Auxiliary Bulb Replacement Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . 266 Management System . . . . . . . . . 105
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2
B
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 104
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Exterior Lighting Battery
High Intensity Discharge Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Charging
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 267 Delay Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Battery - North America . . . .261, 302
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Electrical Requirements . . . . . . 248
Battery Gauge
Stoplamps, and Back-up Plug-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
High Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Programmable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 263
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Utility Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
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Charging (cont'd) Control Data Collection
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Traction and Electronic OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Charging Status Screens . . . . . . . 236 Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 342
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 122 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Daytime Running
Child Restraints Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 85 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Lower Anchors and Tethers Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Delayed Charging Override . . . . . 236
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Courtesy Transportation Devices
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 99 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Cover Diagnostics
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Cleaning Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Door
Climate Control Systems Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Text Telephone (TTY) Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 337 Customer Information Drive Unit
Compartment Service Publications Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Underhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 339 Driver
Compartments Customer Satisfaction Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 218
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . . . 119
D
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 295 Driver Information
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 337
Connections Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 2
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
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Driver Selected Operating Electrical System (cont'd) Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 224
Driving Emergency Forward Collision Alert
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 222 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Energy Efficiency Frequency Statement
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 195 Energy Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Front Pedestrian Braking
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 196 Energy Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Engine Front Seats
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 342 Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . . . 266
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Fuses
Driving for Better Energy Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 269
Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Instrument Panel Fuse
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 147 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
E
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 149 Underhood Compartment . . . . . 270
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Exterior Lighting Battery
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 210 G
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 123 Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Electrical Equipment, F Gauges
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Electrical Requirements for Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 150 Driver Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Electrical System Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 269 Fluid Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Instrument Panel Fuse Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
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Gauges (cont'd) Heated Instrument Panel
Warning Lights and Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 51
General Information Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 154
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 319 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
J
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 High Voltage Battery Gauge . . . . 119
Jump Starting - North
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 High Voltage Devices and
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
GM Mobility Reimbursement Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 K
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 195 Keyless Entry
H Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 33
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 212
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 150
How to Wear Seat Belts L
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 278
Headlamps
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Lamps
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 I Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 149
Daytime Running Indicator Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Exterior Lamps Off
High Intensity Discharge Infants and Young Children, Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Exterior Lighting Battery
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 127 Information Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 149 Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Front Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 127 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
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Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Lower Anchors and Tethers
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 123 for Children (LATCH
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 227 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Lane Departure High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
M
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 149
Maintenance
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 229 Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Air Conditioning Regular
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 124 Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 120
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
LATCH System Service Electric Parking
Maintenance and Care
Replacing Parts after a Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Service Vehicle Soon . . . . . . . . . 123
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 320
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Sport Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Recommended Fluids and
Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Messages
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Traction Control System
Propulsion Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Lighting (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Vehicle Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Mirror
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Locks
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Mirrors
Lights Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Automatic Dimming
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Antilock Brake System Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 123 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 51
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
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Mobile Applications OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Perchlorate Materials
KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Operation Requirements, California . . . . . . 253
Modes Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 156 Personalization
Driver Selected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Ordering Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Monitor System, Tire Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 339 Phone
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Outlets Apple CarPlay and
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
N
Underhood Compartment . . . . . 256 Hands-Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Navigation
Owner Checks and Services . . . . 322 Plug-In Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Port
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 200 P
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Park
O Power
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Parking
Off-Road Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Indicator Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 83 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Parking or Backing
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 219
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Passenger Airbag Status
OnStar Additional Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 203
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Passenger Compartment Air
OnStar Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 69
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
OnStar Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Privacy
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 77
OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 342
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 125
OnStar Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Program
Pedestrian Safety Signal . . . . . . . 108
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 336
OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Programmable Charging . . . . . . . . 128
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Proposition Reimbursement Program, S
65 Warning, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Safety Defects Reporting
California . . . . . . . . . . . .252, 261, 302, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 341
Back Cover System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Propulsion Power Messages . . . 140 Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Replacement Parts Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
R
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Safety Signal
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 340
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 Pedestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Radios
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 82 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Replacing LATCH System Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 336
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Replacing Seat Belt System Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Ready Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Reporting Safety Defects Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 341 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 How to Wear Seat Belts
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 219
Requirements Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 110
Electrical Battery Charging . . . 248 Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Restraints Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 70
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 69
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Retained Accessory Seats
Recommended Fluids and
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Roads Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Records
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Roadside Assistance Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 307
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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Securing Child Restraints . . . . 97, 99 Signals, Turn and Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 103
Security Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Storing the Tire Sealant and
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Specifications and Struts
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Self-Sealing Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 StabiliTrak Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessories and OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 System
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Start Forward Collision
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 253 Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 327 Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Systems
Maintenance, General Starting and Stopping the Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
T
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 328 Status Screens
Taillamps
Publications Ordering Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 336 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 333
Vehicle Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 49
Service Electric Parking Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Storage Areas
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Shifting Cargo Management
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 227 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
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Tires (cont'd) Traction V
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Control System (TCS)/ Vehicle
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Traction Control/Electronic Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 284 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 328
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 283 Trademarks and License Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Sealant and Transportation Program, Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Sealant and Compressor Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Service Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Turn and Lane-Change Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Self-Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . 202
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Turn Signal Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Terminology and Definitions . . 279 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 125
Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Care
U
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Storing the Tire Sealant
Underhood Compartment
Wheel Alignment and Tire and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 301
Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Underhood Compartment
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 293 Vehicle Data Recording and
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
When It Is Time for New Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 291
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Updates
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Towing Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 249 Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 268
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 307
Utility Interruption of
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
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W Wipers
Warning Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 268
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 229
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 293
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
When to Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 89
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Windshield
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 263
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