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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 31
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 123
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 175
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 207
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 363
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 380
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 391
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
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2 Introduction
Introduction For vehicles first sold in Canada, Canadian Vehicle Owners
substitute the name “General
Motors of Canada Company” for A French language manual can be
Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it obtained from your dealer, at
appears in this manual. www.helminc.com, or from:
This manual describes features that Propriétaires Canadiens
may or may not be on the vehicle On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
because of optional equipment that ce guide en français auprès du
was not purchased on the vehicle, concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
The names, logos, emblems, model variants, country
slogans, vehicle model names, and suivante:
specifications, features/applications
vehicle body designs appearing in that may not be available in your Helm, Incorporated
this manual including, but not limited region, or changes subsequent to Attention: Customer Service
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the printing of this owner’s manual. 47911 Halyard Drive
the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Plymouth, MI 48170
TRAVERSE are trademarks and/or Refer to the purchase USA
service marks of General Motors documentation relating to your
LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
Using this Manual
or licensors.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for To quickly locate information about
quick reference. the vehicle, use the Index in the
back of the manual. It is an
alphabetical list of what is in the
manual and the page number where
it can be found.
Litho in U.S.A.
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Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart
Caution Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. See the
labels and in this manual describe features in this manual for
hazards and what to do to avoid or information.
reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means “Do
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
{ Danger Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let # : Air Conditioning
this happen.” ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result Symbols $ : Brake System Warning Light
in serious injury or death. " : Charging System
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of I : Cruise Control
text. Symbols are shown along with ` : Do Not Puncture
{ Warning the text describing the operation or
^ : Do Not Service
information relating to a specific
Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, B : Engine Coolant Temperature
could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator.
O : Exterior Lamps
M : Shown when the owner’s
manual has additional instructions _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
Caution or information. . : Fuel Gauge
* : Shown when the service + : Fuses
Caution indicates a hazard that manual has additional instructions
could result in property or vehicle or information. 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
damage. Changer
0 : Shown when there is more j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child
information on another page —
“see page.” Restraints
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* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Instrument Panel Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 28
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 22 Fuel (2.0L L4 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . 28
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . 29
Initial Drive Information Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 22 E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 29
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Driver Information Driving for Better Fuel
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Roadside Assistance
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Forward Automatic
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 25
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 25
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Surround Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 15 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 26
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 15 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Passenger Sensing System . . . 16 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 17 Universal Remote System . . . . . 26
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 19
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents 0 205. 10. Heated and Ventilated Front 20. Cruise Control 0 244.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Seats 0 70 (If Equipped). Adaptive Cruise Control 0 246
and Lane-Change Signals 11. Power Outlets 0 129. (If Equipped).
0 170. 12. Wireless Charging 0 131 (If Heated Steering Wheel 0 125
IntelliBeam® System Button (If Equipped). (If Equipped).
Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 13. USB Port 0 184. Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Controls 0 166. System 0 259 (If Equipped).
Auxiliary Jack. See Auxiliary
3. Instrument Cluster 0 134. Devices 0 190. 21. Hood Release. See Hood
Driver Information Center (DIC) 14. Traction Control/Electronic 0 285.
Display. See Driver Information Stability Control 0 239. 22. Fog Lamps 0 170 (If
Center (DIC) 0 150. Equipped).
Driver Mode Control Knob. See
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer Driver Mode Control 0 241 (If 23. Data Link Connector (DLC)
0 125. Equipped). (Out of View). See Malfunction
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 267 Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
0 126. (If Equipped). Light) 0 141.
5. ENGINE START/STOP Button. 15. Electric Parking Brake 0 237. 24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 166.
See Ignition Positions 0 224. 25. Instrument Panel Illumination
16. Shift Lever. See Automatic
6. Hazard Warning Flashers Transmission 0 232. Control 0 171.
0 170.
Manual Mode 0 234.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0 169. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 124.
8. Infotainment 0 175. 18. Horn 0 125.
9. Dual Automatic Climate Control 19. Steering Wheel Adjustment
System 0 200. 0 124 (Out of View).
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Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry For vehicles with the manual
liftgate, unlocking all doors will also
Information (RKE) System unlock the liftgate.
This section provides a brief The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Q : Press to lock all doors.
overview about some of the transmitter may work up to
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Lock and unlock feedback can be
important features that may or may personalized. See Vehicle
not be on your specific vehicle. Personalization 0 154.
For more detailed information, refer b : If equipped with the power
to each of the features which can be liftgate, press twice quickly until the
found later in this owner’s manual. liftgate begins to move.
Stop/Start System 7 : Press and release to initiate the
vehicle locator. Press and hold for at
The vehicle may have a fuel saving least three seconds to sound the
Stop/Start system to shut off the panic alarm. Press 7 again to
engine and help conserve fuel.
cancel the panic alarm.
When the brakes are applied and
See Keys 0 31 and Remote Keyless
the vehicle is at a complete stop,
With Remote Start and Power Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 32.
the engine may turn off. When the
brake pedal is released or the Liftgate Shown
accelerator pedal is pushed, the Remote Vehicle Start
Press the button on the side of the
engine will restart. The engine may RKE transmitter to remove the key. If equipped, the engine can be
restart even while the brake is The key can be used for all locks. started from outside of the vehicle.
applied. See Starting the Engine
0 225. K : Press to unlock the driver door Starting the Vehicle
or all doors depending on vehicle
personalization settings. 1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
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2. Immediately press and hold / To lock or unlock the vehicle from Keyless Access
for at least four seconds or until the inside, press Q or K on the
the turn signal lamps flash. power door lock switch. Pulling an
Start the vehicle normally after interior door handle will unlock the
entering. door. Pulling the handle again
unlatches it.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on. Power Door Locks
Remote start can be extended.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following:
. Press and hold / until the If equipped, press the button on the
parking lamps turn off. driver door handle when the RKE
. Turn on the hazard warning transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the
flashers. driver door handle. When unlocking
from the driver door, the first press
. Turn the vehicle on and then off.
unlocks that door; press again
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 38. within five seconds to unlock all
passenger doors. See Remote
Q : Press to lock the doors.
Door Locks Keyless Entry (RKE) System
K : Press to unlock the doors. Operation 0 32.
To lock or unlock the vehicle from
See Door Locks 0 40.
the outside, press Q or K on the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter.
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Liftgate Power Liftgate Operation Windows
If equipped with a power liftgate, the
switch is on the driver door. The
vehicle must be in P (Park).
Choose the power liftgate mode by
selecting MAX or 3/4. Press 8.
The driver door must be unlocked.
On the RKE transmitter press b
twice quickly until the liftgate starts
moving.
Press any liftgate button while the
liftgate is moving to stop it. Pressing
again reverses the direction.
Power windows work when the
To unlock the liftgate, press K on
the power door lock switch or
To close, press l on the bottom ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY,
of the liftgate. or when Retained Accessory Power
press K on the Remote Keyless (RAP) is active. See Retained
Entry (RKE) transmitter twice to To disable the power liftgate
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 228.
unlock all doors. Press the touch function, select OFF on the liftgate
switch. See Liftgate 0 44. Using the window switch, press to
pad on the underside of the liftgate
open or pull to close the window.
handle and lift up. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System The windows may be temporarily
Operation 0 32. disabled if they are used repeatedly
within a short time.
Use the pull cup to lower and close
the liftgate. Do not press the touch See Power Windows 0 57.
pad while closing the liftgate. This
will cause the liftgate to be
unlatched.
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Seat Adjustment 3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
Manual Seats place.
Move the lever (2) up or down to
raise or lower the seat.
Use the lever (1) to adjust the
seatback.
See Seat Adjustment 0 64 and
Reclining Seatbacks 0 66.
Power Seat Adjustment
To adjust the seat:
{ Warning . Move the seat forward or
You can lose control of the rearward by sliding the control
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver forward or rearward.
1. Seatback Lever seat while the vehicle is moving. . Raise or lower the front part of
2. Driver Seat Height Adjust the driver seat only when
Adjustment Lever the seat cushion by moving the
the vehicle is not moving. front of the control up or down.
3. Seat Adjustment Handle
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
To adjust a manual seat:
moving the rear of the control up
1. Lift the handle (3) under the or down.
seat to unlock it.
To adjust the seatback, see
2. Slide the seat to the desired Reclining Seatbacks 0 66.
position, and then release the
To adjust the lumbar support, see
handle (3).
Lumbar Adjustment 0 65.
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Memory Features Before storing, adjust all available Second Row Seats
memory feature positions. Turn the
ignition on and then press and
release SET; a beep will sound.
Then immediately press and hold 1,
2, or B (Exit) on the driver door
until two beeps sound. To manually
recall these positions, press and
hold 1, 2, or B until the saved
position is reached.
When Auto Memory Recall is
enabled in vehicle personalization,
positions previously stored to
memory buttons 1 and 2 are
If equipped, memory seats allow two recalled when the ignition is If equipped, the second row seat
drivers to store and recall their changed from off to on or ACC/ can be folded to access the third
unique seat positions for driving the ACCESSORY. row. Pull the handle on the top or
vehicle, and a shared exit position side of the seat and pull the seat
When Easy Exit Options is enabled
for getting out of the vehicle. Other forward.
in vehicle personalization, the
feature positions may also be set,
feature automatically recalls the
such as power mirrors and power
previously stored exit position when
steering wheel, if equipped. Memory
exiting the vehicle. See Memory
positions are linked to RKE
Seats 0 67.
transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic
memory recalls.
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See Rear Seats 0 71.
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7. Push the seatback forward to Power Seatback Folding
lay flat.
8. Repeat for the other seatback,
if necessary.
Returning the Seat to the
Seating Position
To return the seatback to the
seating position:
1. From the rear of the vehicle,
raise the seatback to the
5. Stow the mini-latch in the upright position using the pull
holder in the headliner. strap on the back of the third
row seat, or lift the seatback
and push it into place from If equipped, the third row seatbacks
inside the vehicle. can also be folded forward and
returned to the upright position by
2. Push and pull on the seatback pressing and holding the switches
to make sure it is locked in on the passenger side of the rear
place. cargo area.
3. Reconnect the center seat belt See Third Row Seats 0 74.
mini-latch to the mini-buckle.
Do not let it twist.
4. Pull on the seat belt to be sure
the mini-latch is secure.
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Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the while keeping the seat and the head
highest setting. With each press of restraint height in the proper
Seats the button, the seat will change to position.
the next lower setting, and then to See Head Restraints 0 62 and Seat
the off setting. The indicator lights Adjustment 0 64.
next to the buttons indicate three for
the highest setting and one for the
lowest. If the heated seats are on Seat Belts
high, the level may automatically be
lowered after approximately
30 minutes.
See Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats 0 70.
The heated and ventilated front
seats can also be programmed to
Heated and Ventilated Seat
come on during a remote start. See
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Vehicle Personalization 0 154.
Buttons Similar
If available, the buttons are near the Head Restraint
climate controls on the center stack. Adjustment
To operate, the ignition must be on. Refer to the following sections for
Do not drive until the head restraints important information on how to use
Press L or M to heat the driver or for all occupants are installed and
passenger seat. seat belts properly:
adjusted properly.
. Seat Belts 0 77.
Press { or C, if available, to To achieve a comfortable seating
ventilate the driver or passenger position, change the seatback . How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
seat. A ventilated seat has a fan recline angle as little as necessary 0 78.
that pulls or pushes air through the . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 79.
seat. The air is not cooled.
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. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Mirror Adjustment Interior
Children (LATCH System) 0 104.
Exterior Adjustment
Passenger Sensing Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly
System view the area behind the vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
For vehicles with a manual rearview
mirror, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid the glare of
the headlamps from behind. See
Manual Rearview Mirror 0 54.
The passenger sensing system Automatic Dimming Rearview
turns off the front outboard Mirror
passenger frontal airbag under
certain conditions. No other airbag If equipped, automatic dimming
To adjust the mirrors: reduces the glare of the headlamps
is affected by the passenger
sensing system. See Passenger 1. Press j or | to choose the from behind. The dimming feature
Sensing System 0 91. driver or passenger mirror. comes on when the vehicle is
started. See Automatic Dimming
The passenger airbag status 2. Press the arrows on the control Rearview Mirror 0 54.
indicator will light on the overhead pad to move each mirror in the
console when the vehicle is started. desired direction. Rear Camera Mirror
See Passenger Airbag Status If equipped, this automatic dimming
Indicator 0 140. See Power Mirrors 0 53.
rearview mirror provides a wide
angle camera view of the area
behind the vehicle. For ease of use,
adjust the mirror for a clear view of
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the area behind the vehicle while Do not adjust the steering wheel Interior Lighting
the display is off. See Rear Camera while driving.
Mirror 0 55. Dome Lamps
Power Tilt and Telescoping
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
18 In Brief
and the indicator light will turn off. Press the lamp lenses to turn the Exterior Lighting
The dome lamps will come on when front reading lamps on or off.
doors are opened.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome
lamps on manually. Press again to
turn the dome lamps off.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps on the
overhead console and over the rear
seats. These lamps come on when
any door is opened. Rear Reading Lamps The exterior lamp control is on the
The rear reading lamps are over the instrument panel to the left of the
rear seats. steering column.
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear There are four positions.
reading lamps on or off. O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
For more information on interior deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn
lighting, see Instrument Panel to O again to reactivate the
Illumination Control 0 171. AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will
automatically reactivate when the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
Front Reading Lamps and off automatically depending on
The front reading lamps are in the outside lighting.
overhead console.
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; : Turns on the parking lamps Windshield Wiper/Washer
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.
See:
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 166
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) INT : Move the windshield wiper
0 168 lever to INT. Turn the band up for
With the ignition on or in ACC/ more frequent wipes or down for
. Fog Lamps 0 170 ACCESSORY, move the lever to less frequent wipes.
select the wiper speed.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
LO : Use for slow wipes. the lever down. For several wipes,
hold the lever down.
f : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and
activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 125 and Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 126.
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Climate Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 200. For more information
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with about the rear climate control, see
this system. Rear Climate Control System 0 203.
Transmission
Electronic Range Select
(ERS) Mode
ERS mode allows you to choose the
top-gear limit of the transmission
and the vehicle's speed while
driving downhill or towing a trailer.
The vehicle has an electronic shift
position indicator within the
instrument cluster. When using the
ERS mode a number will display
next to the L, indicating the
1. Driver and Passenger 7. SYNC maximum gear allowed for the
Ventilated Seats (If Equipped) 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) range selected.
2. Driver and Passenger 9. Fan Controls To use this feature:
Temperature Controls
10. Power (On/Off) 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low).
3. MAX Defrost
11. Recirculation 2. Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on
4. Air Delivery Mode Controls the shift lever to increase or
12. Rear Window Defogger
5. A/C (Air Conditioning) decrease the gear range
available.
6. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped) See Manual Mode 0 234.
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Vehicle Features functions when driving. These completing these steps could
functions may gray out when they prevent the feature from
are unavailable. Many infotainment functioning properly.
Infotainment System features are also available through See Defensive Driving 0 209.
Base radio information is included in the instrument cluster and steering
this manual. See the infotainment wheel controls. To play the infotainment system with
manual for information on other the ignition off, see Retained
Before driving: Accessory Power (RAP) 0 228.
available infotainment systems.
. Become familiar with the
Read the following pages to operation, center stack controls, Radio(s)
become familiar with these features. and infotainment display
controls. O : Press to turn the system on or
{ Warning . Set up the audio by presetting
mute the audio. Press and hold to
turn the system off. Turn to increase
Taking your eyes off the road for favorite stations, setting the or decrease the volume.
tone, and adjusting the
too long or too often while using
speakers. g : Press and release to go to the
any infotainment feature can previous station, channel, or song.
cause a crash. You or others . Set up phone numbers in Press and hold to fast seek the
could be injured or killed. Do not advance so they can be called previous strongest station, channel,
give extended attention to easily by pressing a single or song.
infotainment tasks while driving. control or by using a single voice
command if equipped with d : Press and release to go to the
Limit your glances at the vehicle next station, channel, or song.
displays and focus your attention Bluetooth phone capability.
Press and hold to fast seek the next
on driving. Use voice commands . Set up your Bluetooth, CarPlay, strongest station, channel, or song.
whenever possible. or Android Auto device. Some
devices will require a series of Source : Touch to choose between
setup steps to be taken or a available sources.
The infotainment system has built-in
features intended to help avoid
default app to be chosen prior to { : Press to go to the Home Page.
using the feature. Not
distraction by disabling some
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5 : Press and release to access the . www.siriusxm.ca or call The Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone on the infotainment display, 1-877-438-9677 (Canada). phone must be paired with the
answer an incoming call, or access See Satellite Radio 0 181. in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it
the device home screen. can be used in the vehicle. Not all
phones will support all functions.
See Overview 0 177. Portable Audio Devices
See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 191 or
This vehicle has USB ports in the Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
Satellite Radio center stack. There is also a USB 0 192.
If equipped, vehicles with a port in the storage area behind the
SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a radio (if equipped). External devices
such as iPods, MP3 players, and
Steering Wheel Controls
valid SiriusXM satellite radio
subscription can receive SiriusXM USB storage devices may be
programming. connected. There are also charging
only USB ports on the rear of the
SiriusXM Satellite Radio center console and in the third row
Service seating area.
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service See USB Port 0 184.
based in the 48 contiguous United
States and 10 Canadian provinces. Bluetooth
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and The Bluetooth system allows users
commercial-free music, coast to with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile
coast, and in digital-quality sound. phone to make and receive
A fee is required to receive the hands-free calls using the vehicle
SiriusXM service. audio system and controls. If equipped, some audio controls
can be adjusted at the steering
Refer to: wheel.
. www.siriusxm.com or call
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
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g : If equipped with OnStar or a Cruise Control
Bluetooth system, press to interact
with those systems. See OnStar
Overview 0 394, Bluetooth
(Overview) 0 191 or Bluetooth
(Infotainment Controls) 0 192,
or “Bluetooth (Overview)” in the
infotainment manual.
i : Press to reject an incoming
call, or end a current call. Press to
mute or unmute the infotainment
system when not on a call.
The favorite and volume switches
o or p : Press to go to the are on the back of the steering
previous or next menu option.
wheel.
w or x : Press to go to the next or 1. Favorite: When on a radio J : Press to turn the system on
previous selection. and off. A white indicator appears in
source, press to select the next
V : Press to select a highlighted or previous favorite. When on a the instrument cluster when cruise
menu option. media source, press to select is turned on.
the next or previous track. RES+ : If there is a set speed in
2. Volume: Press to increase or memory, press briefly to resume to
decrease the volume. that speed or press and hold to
accelerate. If the cruise control is
See Steering Wheel Controls 0 124. already active, use to increase
vehicle speed.
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SET− : Press briefly to set the Forward Collision Alert
speed and activate cruise control.
If the cruise control is already
(FCA) System
active, use to decrease vehicle If equipped, FCA may help avoid or
speed. reduce the harm caused by
* : Press to disengage cruise front-end crashes. FCA provides a
control without erasing the set green indicator, V, when a vehicle
speed from memory. is detected ahead. This indicator
displays amber if you follow a
See Cruise Control 0 244 or
vehicle much too closely. When
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 246 (If
approaching a vehicle ahead too
Equipped).
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
Driver Information w or x : Press to move up or beeps.
Center (DIC) down in a list.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
The DIC display is in the instrument o or p : Press to move between System 0 259.
cluster. It shows the status of many the interactive display zones in the
vehicle systems. cluster. Forward Automatic
V : Press to open a menu or select Braking (FAB)
a menu item. Press and hold to
reset values on certain screens. If the vehicle has Forward Collision
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which
See Driver Information Center (DIC) includes Intelligent Brake
0 150. Assist (IBA). When the system
detects a vehicle ahead in your path
that is traveling in the same
direction that you may be about to
crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the
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vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Keep Assist (LKA) approaching these areas from
lessen the severity of crashes when behind. The LCA warning display
driving in a forward gear. If equipped, LKA may help avoid will light up in the corresponding
crashes due to unintentional lane outside mirror and will flash if the
See Forward Automatic Braking departures. It may assist by gently
(FAB) 0 261. turn signal is on. The Side Blind
turning the steering wheel if the Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
vehicle approaches a detected lane included as part of the LCA system.
Front Pedestrian Braking marking without using a turn signal
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
(FPB) System in that direction. It may also provide
0 265 and Lane Change Alert (LCA)
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
If equipped, the FPB system may alert as the lane marking is crossed. 0 265.
help avoid or reduce the harm The system will not assist or alert if
caused by front-end crashes with it detects that you are actively Surround Vision
nearby pedestrians when driving in steering. Override LKA by turning
a forward gear. FPB displays an If equipped, views around the
the steering wheel. LKA uses a vehicle appear in the infotainment
amber indicator, ~, when a nearby camera to detect lane markings display to aid with parking and
pedestrian is detected directly between 60 km/h (37 mph) and low-speed maneuvers.
ahead. When approaching a 180 km/h (112 mph).
detected pedestrian too quickly, See “Surround Vision” under
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Assistance Systems for Parking or
FPB provides a red flashing alert on
0 267 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Backing 0 256.
the windshield and rapidly beeps.
0 267.
FPB can provide a boost to braking Front Vision Camera
or automatically brake the vehicle.
Lane Change Alert (LCA) If equipped, a view of the area in
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) front of the vehicle appears on the
System 0 263. If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists infotainment display to aid with
drivers with avoiding lane change parking and low-speed maneuvers.
crashes that occur with moving See “Front Vision Camera” under
vehicles in the side blind zone (or Assistance Systems for Parking or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly Backing 0 256.
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Rear Vision Parking Assist . In the rear cargo area.
Camera (RVC) If equipped, Rear Parking To use the outlets, remove the
Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the cover.
The RVC displays a view of the
area behind the vehicle on the rear bumper to assist with parking See Power Outlets 0 129.
infotainment display when the and avoiding objects while in
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to R (Reverse). It operates at speeds Universal Remote System
aid with parking and low-speed less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
backing maneuvers. show a warning triangle on the
infotainment display and a graphic
See Assistance Systems for Parking on the instrument cluster to provide
or Backing 0 256. the object distance. In addition,
multiple beeps or seat pulses may
Rear Cross Traffic Alert occur if very close to an object.
(RCTA) System The vehicle may also have the Front
If equipped, the RCTA system Parking Assist system.
shows a triangle with an arrow on See Assistance Systems for Parking
the infotainment display to warn of or Backing 0 256.
traffic behind your vehicle that may
cross your vehicle's path while in Power Outlets
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will If equipped, the Universal Remote
sound, or the driver seat will pulse. The vehicle has two 12-volt
System allows for garage door
accessory power outlets, which can
See Assistance Systems for Parking openers, security systems, and
be used to plug in electrical
or Backing 0 256. home automation devices to be
equipment, such as a cell phone or
programmed to work with these
MP3 player.
buttons in the vehicle.
The power outlets are located:
See Universal Remote System
. On the center stack below the 0 162.
climate controls.
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Sunroof Slide Switch Performance and
Express-Open/Express-Close :
If equipped, the ignition must be on Maintenance
or in ACC/ACCESSORY, Press and release D (1) to
or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) express-open the sunroof. Press
Traction Control/
must be active to operate the and release g (1) to
sunroof. See Ignition Positions express-close the sunroof.
Electronic Stability
0 224 and Retained Accessory Control
Power (RAP) 0 228. Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully
press D (1) to open the sunroof. The Traction Control System (TCS)
Release to stop at the desired limits wheel spin. The system is on
when the vehicle is started.
position. Fully press g (1) to
close the sunroof. Release to stop The StabiliTrak system assists with
at the desired position. directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. The
Tilt Switch system is on when the vehicle is
started.
Vent Feature : Press E (2) to vent
the sunroof. Press again and hold to . To turn off TCS, press and
open the sunroof. Release to stop at release g on the center console.
the desired position. Press g (2) i illuminates in the instrument
to express-close the sunroof. Press cluster.
again to stop the movement.
1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE)
. Press and release g again to
See Sunroof 0 59. turn TCS back on.
2. Vent Switch (TILT)
. To turn off both TCS and
StabiliTrak, press and hold g
until g and i illuminate in the
instrument cluster.
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. Press and release g again to The low tire pressure warning light Fuel (2.0L L4 Engine)
turn on both systems. may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
See Traction Control/Electronic turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
Stability Control 0 239. may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and
Tire Pressure Monitor the tires need to be inflated to the
This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure.
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS does not replace normal Premium Recommended Fuel
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
Use premium 93 octane unleaded
the correct tire pressures.
gasoline in your vehicle. Unleaded
See Tire Pressure Monitor System gasoline with an octane rating as
0 327. low as 87 may be used, but it will
reduce performance and fuel
Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped)
economy. See Fuel 0 269.
This feature provides visual and
The low tire pressure warning light audible alerts outside the vehicle to
alerts to a significant loss in help when inflating an underinflated
pressure of one of the vehicle's tire to the recommended cold tire
tires. If the warning light comes on, pressure. See “Tire Fill Alert (If
stop as soon as possible and inflate Equipped)” under Tire Pressure
the tires to the recommended Monitor Operation 0 328.
pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 219. The
warning light will remain on until the
tire pressure is corrected.
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Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine) No E85 or FlexFuel Driving for Better Fuel
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater Economy
than E15 (15% ethanol by volume),
such as E85, cannot be used in this Driving habits can affect fuel
vehicle. mileage. Here are some driving tips
to get the best fuel economy
possible.
Engine Oil Life System
. On AWD vehicles, see Driver
Regular Fuel The engine oil life system calculates Mode Control 0 241.
engine oil life based on vehicle use
Use only unleaded gasoline rated and displays the CHANGE ENGINE . Avoid fast starts and accelerate
87 octane or higher in your vehicle. OIL SOON message when it is time smoothly.
Do not use gasoline with an octane to change the engine oil and filter. . Brake gradually and avoid
rating lower as it may result in The oil life system should be reset abrupt stops.
vehicle damage and lower fuel to 100% only following an oil
economy. See Fuel 0 269. change. . Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
E85 or FlexFuel Resetting the Oil Life System
. When road and weather
1. Display the REMAINING OIL conditions are appropriate, use
LIFE on the DIC. See Driver cruise control.
Information Center (DIC) 0 150.
. Always follow posted speed
2. Press and hold V on the DIC limits or drive more slowly when
while the Oil Life display is conditions require.
active. The oil life will change . Keep vehicle tires properly
to 100%. inflated.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 291. . Combine several trips into a
single trip.
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. Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number
molded into the tire's sidewall
near the size.
. Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Chevrolet owners are
automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance Program
0 384.
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Caution
2. Separate the two halves of the Remote Vehicle Start
transmitter using a flat tool
inserted into the area near the If equipped, this feature allows the
When replacing the battery, do key slot. engine to be started from outside of
not touch any of the circuitry on the vehicle.
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the / : This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote
transmitter.
start.
The climate control system will use
The battery is not rechargeable. To the previous settings during a
replace the battery: remote start. The rear defog may
come on during a remote start
based on cold ambient conditions.
The rear fog indicator light does not
come on during a remote start.
If the vehicle has auto heated or
ventilated seats, they may come on
3. Remove the battery by pushing
during a remote start. See Heated
on the battery and sliding it
and Ventilated Front Seats 0 70.
toward the bottom of the
transmitter. If equipped with a remote start
heated steering wheel, it may come
4. Insert the new battery, positive
on during a remote start when it is
side facing the back cover.
cold outside. See Heated Steering
Push the battery down until it is
1. Press the button on the side of Wheel 0 125.
held in place. Replace with a
the transmitter and pull the CR2032 or equivalent battery. Laws in some local communities
key out. may restrict the use of remote
5. Snap the battery cover back on
starters. For example, some laws
to the transmitter.
may require a person using remote
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{ Warning
You or others could be injured if
caught in the path of the power
liftgate. Make sure there is no one If equipped with a power liftgate, the
in the way of the liftgate as it is switch is on the driver door. The
To open the liftgate, press the touch opening and closing. vehicle must be in P (Park).
pad in the liftgate handle and lift up. The modes are:
Unlocking all doors will also unlock
the liftgate. . MAX: Opens to maximum
Caution height.
Use the pull cup to lower and close
the liftgate. Do not press the touch . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height
Driving with an open and that can be set from 3/4 to fully
pad while closing the liftgate. This
unsecured liftgate may result in open. Use to prevent the liftgate
will cause the liftgate to be
damage to the power liftgate from opening into overhead
unlatched.
components. obstructions such as a garage
The liftgate can be opened when door or roof-mounted cargo. The
locked if the RKE transmitter is liftgate can be manually opened
within 1 m (3 ft) of the touch pad. all the way.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 32. . OFF: Opens manually only.
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Power Windows
{ Warning
The power windows work when the
Leaving children in a vehicle with ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY,
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or when Retained Accessory Power This feature stops the rear
transmitter is dangerous and (RAP) is active. See Retained passenger window switches from
children or others could be Accessory Power (RAP) 0 228. working:
seriously injured or killed. They
Using the window switch, press to . Press 2 to engage the rear
could operate the power windows
open or pull to close the window. window lockout feature. The
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will The windows may be temporarily indicator light is on when
function with the RKE transmitter disabled if they are used repeatedly engaged.
in the vehicle, and children or within a short time.
. Press 2 again to disengage.
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
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{ Warning
With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for
all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint,
adjusted properly. top of the restraint is at the same press the button located on the side
height as the top of the occupant's of the head restraint, and pull up or
head. This position reduces the push the head restraint down, and
The vehicle's front seats have
chance of a neck injury in a crash. release the button. Pull and push on
adjustable head restraints in the
The height of the head restraint can the head restraint after the button is
outboard seating positions.
be adjusted. released to make sure that it is
locked in place.
The front seat outboard head
restraints are not removable.
Rear Seats
Second Row Seats
The vehicle’s second row seats
have adjustable head restraints in
the outboard seating positions.
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Lumbar Adjustment
{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when
the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
up, the seat belts cannot do
their job.
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
be in front of you. In a crash, you Do not have a seatback reclined if To recline the seatback:
could go into it, receiving neck or the vehicle is moving.
other injuries. 1. Lift the lever.
Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the
The lap belt could go up over
your abdomen. The belt forces desired position, and then
would be there, not at your pelvic { Warning release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.
bones. This could cause serious
If either seatback is not locked, it
internal injuries. 3. Push and pull on the seatback
could move forward in a sudden
to make sure it is locked.
For proper protection when the stop or crash. That could cause
vehicle is in motion, have the injury to the person sitting there. To return the seatback to the upright
seatback upright. Then sit well Always push and pull on the position:
back in the seat and wear the seatbacks to be sure they are 1. Lift the lever fully without
seat belt properly. locked. applying pressure to the
seatback, and the seatback will
return to the upright position.
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Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat
belts still fastened may cause 5. Stow the mini-latch in the
damage to the seat or the seat holder in the headliner.
belts. Always unbuckle the seat
belts and return them to their 4. Disconnect the center seat belt
normal stowed position before mini-latch, using a key in the
folding a rear seat. slot on the mini-buckle, and let
the belt retract into the
headliner.
To fold the third row seatback:
1. Remove objects on the floor in
front of or on the second row
seat, or in the seat tracks on
the floor.
2. If the second row seat is in the
full rear position, adjust it
forward to allow the third row 6. Pull the release strap located
seat to fold fully flat. on the seatback.
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Warning (Continued)
Where Are the Airbags?
Occupants should not lean on or
sleep against the front center
armrest or console in vehicles
with a front center airbag.
There is an airbag readiness light
Occupants should not lean on or on the instrument cluster, which
sleep against the door or side shows the airbag symbol.
windows in seating positions with The system checks the airbag
seat-mounted side impact airbags electrical system for malfunctions.
and/or roof-rail airbags. The light tells you if there is an
electrical problem. See Airbag
Readiness Light 0 140.
{ Warning The driver frontal airbag is in the
center of the steering wheel.
Children who are up against, The front outboard passenger
or very close to, any airbag when frontal airbag is in the passenger
it inflates can be seriously injured side instrument panel.
or killed. Always secure children
properly in the vehicle. To read
how, see Older Children 0 97 or
Infants and Young Children 0 99.
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The front center airbag is in the Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger
inboard side of the driver seatback. Side Similar Side Similar
The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and
impact airbags are in the side of the second and third row outboard
seatbacks closest to the door. passengers are in the ceiling above
the side windows.
{ Warning
If something is between an
occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the
direction of the impact, and how
Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down.
or even death. The path of an This vehicle is equipped with
inflating airbag must be kept Frontal airbags may inflate at
airbags. See Airbag System 0 84. different crash speeds depending on
clear. Do not put anything Airbags are designed to inflate if the
between an occupant and an whether the vehicle hits an object
impact exceeds the specific airbag straight on or at an angle, and
airbag, and do not attach or put system's deployment threshold.
anything on the steering wheel whether the object is fixed or
Deployment thresholds are used to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow
hub or on or near any other predict how severe a crash is likely or wide.
airbag covering. to be in time for the airbags to
inflate and help restrain the Frontal airbags are not intended to
Do not use seat or console inflate during vehicle rollovers, in
accessories that block the occupants. The vehicle has
electronic sensors that help the rear impacts, or in many side
inflation path of a seat-mounted impacts.
airbag system determine the
side impact airbag or the front
severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has
center airbag. thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal
Never secure anything to the roof vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags Frontal airbags are designed to frontal airbags adjust the restraint
by routing a rope or tie-down inflate in moderate to severe frontal according to crash severity.
through any door or window or near frontal crashes to help The front center airbag is designed
opening. If you do, the path of an reduce the potential for severe to inflate in moderate to severe side
inflating roof-rail airbag will be injuries, mainly to the driver's or crashes depending upon the
blocked. front outboard passenger's head location of the impact, when either
and chest. side of the vehicle is struck. In
Whether the frontal airbags will or addition, the front center airbag is
should inflate is not based primarily designed to inflate when the
on how fast the vehicle is traveling. sensing system predicts that the
vehicle is about to roll over on its
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Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the
radio, press P and hold to open.
Compartments There is a charging only USB port
Storage Compartments inside. See USB Port 0 184.
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 118 { Warning Press P and hold again to close.
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 118
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Do not store heavy or sharp
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 119 objects in storage compartments. Caution
In a crash, these objects may
Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and To avoid damage, do not
Cargo Management could result in injury. manually force the display
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 to move.
Roof Rack System Instrument Panel Storage
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Keep the storage area closed when
not in use.
Glove Box
Lift up on the glove box lever to
open it.
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Center Console Storage There is a removable organizer on Additional Storage
top of the storage bin.
The center console also has the
Features
following:
. A forward bin
Cargo Management
System
. An open storage bin on the back
of the console
There are also charging only USB
ports on the rear of the center
console and in the third row seating
area. See Power Outlets 0 129 and
USB Port 0 184.
120 Storage
The cargo management system is
used to organize storage in the
cargo area. There are two
convenience hooks that can support
up to 5 kg (11 lb.).
After storing items in the cargo
management system, make sure to
properly latch the load floor.
Removal Procedure
To access the spare tire, the cargo
management system must be
The hold open devices on the cargo removed. 3. Lift up on the handles on both
bin allow the load floor to remain 1. Open the cargo cover. sides to remove the cargo
open without removal. management system to access
the spare tire.
Storage 121
4. The storage bin can be placed Roof Rack System
on the lowered third row seats { Warning
while accessing the spare tire.
An improperly latched cargo { Warning
Installation Procedure cover, or cargo cover left in the
open position, could separate If something is carried on top of
1. Install the cargo management
system in the vehicle. during a crash or sudden the vehicle that is longer or wider
maneuver potentially impacting than the roof rack — like paneling,
2. Install the four wing nuts. vehicle occupants. Someone plywood, or a mattress — the
could be injured. Be sure to return wind can catch it while the vehicle
the cover to the closed position is being driven. The item being
and latch before driving. carried could be violently torn off,
and this could cause a collision
and damage the vehicle. Never
carry something longer or wider
than the roof rack on top of the
vehicle unless using a GM
certified accessory carrier.
122 Storage
rack will make the vehicle’s center
Caution of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
Loading cargo on the roof rack braking, or abrupt maneuvers;
that weighs more than 100 kg otherwise it may result in loss of
(220 lb) or hangs over the rear or control. If driving for a long distance,
sides of the vehicle may damage on rough roads, or at high speeds,
the vehicle. Load cargo so that it occasionally stop the vehicle to
rests evenly between the make sure the cargo remains in its
crossrails, making sure to fasten place. Do not exceed the maximum
cargo securely. vehicle capacity when loading the
vehicle. For more information on
vehicle capacity and loading, see
Vehicle Load Limits 0 219.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
2. Touch Time and Date, then Set 1. Press {, then touch To set the time:
Time or Set Date. SETTINGS. 1. Touch SETTINGS from the
3. Touch + or − to adjust the Home Page, then touch Time
2. Touch Time and Date, then
value. select 12h or 24h format. and Date.
English Uplevel
This gauge shows the engine When the vehicle is started, this When the vehicle is started, this
coolant temperature. light flashes and a chime may come light flashes and a chime may come
If the pointer moves toward the on to remind the driver to fasten on to remind passengers to fasten
warning area at the high end of the their seat belt. Then the light stays their seat belt. Then the light stays
gauge, the engine is too hot. on solid until the belt is buckled. on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle may continue several This cycle continues several times if
If the engine coolant has times if the driver remains or the passenger remains or becomes
overheated and the vehicle has becomes unbuckled while the unbuckled while the vehicle is
been operating under normal driving vehicle is moving. moving.
conditions, pull off the road, stop the
vehicle, and turn off the engine as If the driver seat belt is buckled, If the passenger seat belt is
soon as possible. See Engine neither the light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the
Overheating 0 298. comes on. light comes on.
The front passenger seat belt
reminder light and chime may turn
on if an object is put on the seat
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This light comes on when the This light comes on when the This light is white when the Adaptive
IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is exterior lamps are in use. See Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is
enabled. See Exterior Lamp Exterior Lamp Controls 0 166. on and ready, and turns green when
Controls 0 166. the ACC is set and active. See
Cruise Control Light Adaptive Cruise Control 0 246.
Front Fog Lamp Light
Door Ajar Light
To erase:
1. Press and hold the two outside
buttons until the indicator light
begins to flash. This should
take about 10 seconds.
2. Release both buttons.
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Lighting Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Exterior Lighting
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Battery Load Management . . . 173 Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 174
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 166
Exterior Lighting Battery
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 170
Turn and Lane-Change
The exterior lamp control is on the
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
instrument panel to the left of the
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
steering column.
Interior Lighting There are four positions.
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 to O again to reactivate the
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will
automatically reactivate when the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically depending on
outside lighting.
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; : Turns on the parking lamps Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield
including all lamps, except the IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best
headlamps. system performance.
5 : Turns on the headlamps The high-beam headlamps remain
together with the parking lamps and on, under the automatic control,
instrument panel lights. until one of the following situations
occurs:
IntelliBeam® System . The system detects an
If equipped, this system turns the approaching vehicle's
vehicle's high-beam headlamps on headlamps.
and off according to surrounding . The system detects a preceding
traffic conditions. To enable the IntelliBeam system, vehicle's taillamps.
The system turns the high-beam press b on the turn signal lever . The outside light is bright
headlamps on when it is dark when it is dark outside and the enough that high-beam
enough and there is no other traffic exterior lamp control is in AUTO headlamps are not required.
present.
or 5. 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
Driving with IntelliBeam disabled by the button on
The system only activates the high the turn signal lever. If this
beams when driving over 40 km/h happens, press b on
(25 mph). the turn signal lever when the
This light comes on in the exterior lamp control is in the
instrument cluster when the There is a sensor near the top
center of the windshield that AUTO or 5 position to
IntelliBeam system is enabled.
automatically controls the system. reactivate the IntelliBeam
system. The instrument cluster
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light will come on to indicate the . The vehicle is loaded such that Flash-to-Pass
IntelliBeam system is the front end points upward,
reactivated. causing the light sensor to aim This feature is used to signal to the
high and not detect headlamps vehicle ahead that you want
. The IntelliBeam system will turn to pass.
off if the fog lamps are and taillamps.
turned on. . The vehicle is being driven on If the headlamps are off or in the
winding or hilly roads. low-beam position, pull the turn
The high beams may not turn off signal lever toward you to
automatically if the system cannot The IntelliBeam system may need to momentarily switch to high beams.
detect another vehicle's lamps be disabled if any of the above
because of any of the following: conditions exist. Release the lever to turn the
high-beam headlamps off.
. The other vehicle's lamps are
missing, damaged, obstructed Headlamp High/
from view, or otherwise Low-Beam Changer Daytime Running
undetected. Lamps (DRL)
Push the turn signal lever away
. The other vehicle's lamps are from you and release, to turn the DRL can make it easier for others to
covered with dirt, snow, and/or high beams on. To return to low see the front of your vehicle during
road spray. beams, push the lever again or pull the day. Fully functional DRL are
it toward you and release. required on all vehicles first sold in
. The other vehicle's lamps cannot
Canada.
be detected due to dense
exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road The dedicated DRL will come on
spray, mist, or other airborne when all of the following conditions
obstructions. are met:
. The vehicle's windshield is dirty, . The ignition is on.
cracked, or obstructed by . The exterior lamp control is
something that blocks the view in AUTO.
of the light sensor. This indicator light turns on in the
instrument cluster when the . The light sensor determines it is
high-beam headlamps are on. daytime.
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. The vehicle is not parked. cluster may not be as bright as
The taillamps, instrument panel usual. Make sure the instrument
lights, and other lamps will not panel brightness control is in the full
be on. bright position. See Instrument
Panel Illumination Control 0 171.
The DRL turn off when the
When it is bright enough outside,
headlamps are turned to O or the the headlamps will turn off or may
ignition is off. For vehicles sold in change to DRL.
Canada, this control only works
when the vehicle is parked. The automatic headlamp system
turns off when the exterior lamp
Automatic Headlamp control is turned to O or the ignition
is off.
System There is a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Do not cover the Lights On with Wipers
When the exterior lamp control is
sensor; otherwise the headlamps
set to AUTO and it is dark enough If the windshield wipers are
will come on when they are not
outside, the headlamps come on activated in daylight with the engine
needed.
automatically. on, and the exterior lamp control is
The system may also turn on the in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
headlamps when driving through a lamps, and other exterior lamps
parking garage or tunnel. come on. The transition time for the
If the vehicle is started in a dark lamps coming on varies based on
garage, the automatic headlamp wiper speed. When the wipers are
system comes on immediately. If it not operating, these lamps turn off.
is light outside when the vehicle Move the exterior lamp control to O
leaves the garage, there is a slight or ; to disable this feature.
delay before the automatic
headlamp system changes to the
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
During that delay, the instrument
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Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting
position when it is released.
Signals
If after signaling a turn or lane
change, the arrow flashes rapidly or
does not come on, a signal bulb
may be burned out.
Have any burned out bulbs
replaced. If a bulb is not burned out,
check the fuse. See Instrument
Panel Fuse Block 0 314.
Fog Lamps
Move the lever all the way up or
down to signal a turn.
Lighting 171
To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps
and the headlamps or parking lamps
must be on. The courtesy lamps come on when
Instrument Panel any door is opened unless the dome
# : If equipped, press to turn on or Illumination Control lamp override is activated. To
off. An indicator light on the deactivate the dome lamp override,
instrument cluster comes on when
press j OFF and the indicator
the fog lamps are on.
light on the button will turn off.
Some localities have laws that
require the headlamps to be on The reading lamps, located on the
along with the fog lamps. front overhead console and the
headliner above the rear seat
passengers, can be controlled
independently of the courtesy
lamps.
The brightness of the instrument Dome Lamps
cluster display, infotainment display
and controls, steering wheel
controls, and all other illuminated
controls, as well as feature status
indicators can be adjusted.
The knob for this feature is on the
instrument panel beside the steering
column.
Push the knob in all the way until it
extends out and then turn the knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to
brighten or dim the lights.
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The dome lamp controls are in the
overhead console.
To operate, press the following
buttons:
j OFF : Press to turn off the
dome lamps when a door is open.
An indicator light on the button will
turn on when the dome lamp
override is activated. Press j Rear Reading Lamps
OFF again to deactivate this feature The rear reading lamps are over the
and the indicator light will turn off. rear seats.
The dome lamps will come on when Front Reading Lamps
doors are opened. Press the lamp lens to turn the rear
The front reading lamps are in the passenger reading lamps on or off.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome overhead console.
lamps on manually. Press again to
turn the dome lamps off. Press the lamp lenses to turn the
front reading lamps on or off.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps on the
overhead console and over the rear
seats. These lamps come on when
any door is opened.
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Lighting Features Exit Lighting When the state of charge is high,
the voltage is lowered slightly to
Some exterior lamps and interior prevent overcharging. If the vehicle
Entry Lighting lights come on at night, or in areas has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage
Some exterior lamps and most of with limited lighting, when the driver display on the Driver Information
the interior lights turn on briefly at door is opened after the ignition is Center (DIC), you may see the
night, or in areas of limited lighting turned off. The dome lamp comes voltage move up or down. This is
on after the ignition is turned off. normal. If there is a problem, an
when K is pressed on the Remote The exterior lamps and dome lamp alert will be displayed.
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. remain on for a set amount of time,
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) then automatically turn off. The battery can be discharged at
System Operation 0 32. When the idle if the electrical loads are very
driver door is opened, all control The exterior lamps turn off high. This is true for all vehicles.
lights, Driver Information Center immediately by turning the exterior This is because the generator
(DIC) lights, and door pocket lights lamp control off. (alternator) may not be spinning fast
turn on. After about 30 seconds the This feature can be changed. See enough at idle to produce all of the
exterior lamps turn off, then the Vehicle Personalization 0 154. power needed for very high
remaining interior lights dim to off. electrical loads.
Entry lighting can be disabled Battery Load A high electrical load occurs when
manually by turning the ignition on
or to ACC/ACCESSORY, or by Management several of the following are on, such
as: headlamps, high beams, rear
pressing Q on the RKE transmitter. The vehicle has Electric Power window defogger, climate control fan
Management (EPM) that estimates at high speed, heated seats, engine
This feature can be changed. See the battery's temperature and state
“Vehicle Locator Lights” under cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads
of charge. It then adjusts the voltage plugged into accessory power
Vehicle Personalization 0 154. for best performance and extended outlets.
life of the battery.
EPM works to prevent excessive
When the battery's state of charge discharge of the battery. It does this
is low, the voltage is raised slightly by balancing the generator's output
to quickly bring the charge back up. and the vehicle's electrical needs.
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It can increase engine idle speed to . The doors are closed and then
generate more power whenever re-opened.
needed. It can temporarily reduce
the power demands of some Exterior Lighting Battery
accessories.
Saver
Normally, these actions occur in
The exterior lamps turn off about
steps or levels, without being
10 minutes after the ignition is
noticeable. In rare cases at the
turned off, if the parking lamps or
highest levels of corrective action,
headlamps have been manually left
this action may be noticeable to the
on. This protects against draining
driver. If so, a DIC battery voltage
the battery. To restart the 10-minute
and charging message displays. It is
timer, turn the exterior lamp control
recommended that the driver reduce
to the off position and then back to
the electrical loads as much as
the parking lamp or headlamp
possible. See Driver Information
position.
Center (DIC) 0 150.
To keep the lamps on for more than
Battery Power Protection 10 minutes, the ignition must be on
or in ACC/ACCESSORY.
This feature helps prevent the
battery from being drained, if the
interior courtesy lamps or reading
lamps are accidentally left on. If any
of these lamps are left on, they
automatically turn off after
10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The
lamps will not come back on again
until one of the following occurs:
. The ignition is turned on.
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3. Touch (def) two times to select Only speed dial numbers already
the third character. stored on the cell phone can be
used for speed dial calls. Up to
4. Touch (wxy) two times to select two-digit speed dial numbers are “Made for iPod” and “Made for
the fourth character. supported. iPhone” mean that an electronic
Making a Call from Call History accessory has been designed to
For two-digit speed dial numbers,
connect specifically to iPod or
1. Touch Call History on the press and hold the second digit to
iPhone and has been certified by
phone screen. make a call to the speed dial
the developer to meet Apple
number.
performance standards.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
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Make sure the shift lever is fully in To rock the vehicle back and forth to
P : This position locks the drive P (Park) before starting the engine. get out of snow, ice, or sand without
wheels. Use P (Park) when starting The vehicle has an automatic damaging the transmission, see If
the engine because the vehicle transmission shift lock control the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 219.
cannot move easily. system. With the ignition on, fully N : In this position, the engine does
apply the regular brake, then press not connect with the wheels. To
{ Warning the button on the shift lever before restart the engine when the vehicle
shifting from P (Park). If you cannot is already moving, use
It is dangerous to get out of the shift out of P (Park), ease pressure N (Neutral) only.
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully on the shift lever, then push the shift
in P (Park) with the parking brake lever all the way into P (Park) as
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. you maintain brake application.
(Continued) Then press the shift lever button
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2.0L L4 Engine
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3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Cooling System 0 294. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse
Engine Oil 0 289. 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal Block 0 310.
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of (Under Cover). See Jump 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery
View). See Cooling System Starting - North America 0 348. Terminal. See Jump Starting -
0 294. North America 0 348.
3.6L V6 Engine
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helps to stop flames if the engine
backfires. Use caution when
working on the engine and do not
drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
Caution
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
3.6L V6 Engine can easily get into the engine, 2.0L L4 Engine
1. Remove the five screws and lift which could damage it. Always
have the air cleaner/filter in place 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out
the cover out of the assembly. of View)
when driving.
2. Inspect or replace the engine 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
air cleaner/filter. and Pressure Cap
3. Lower the cover and secure Cooling System
with the five screws. The cooling system allows the
engine to maintain the correct
{ Warning working temperature.
Warning (Continued)
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off Washer Fluid
the road, shift to P (Park) or
N (Neutral), and let the What to Use
including the pressure cap, is hot. engine idle.
Wait for the cooling system and When windshield washer fluid is
pressure cap to cool. If the engine coolant temperature needed, be sure to read the
gauge is no longer in the manufacturer's instructions before
overheated area, the vehicle can be use. If operating the vehicle in an
If No Steam Is Coming from driven. Continue to drive the vehicle area where the temperature may fall
the Engine Compartment slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a below freezing, use a fluid that has
If an engine overheat warning is safe distance from the vehicle in sufficient protection against
displayed but no steam can be seen front. If the warning does not come freezing.
or heard, the problem may not be back on, continue to drive normally
and have the cooling system Adding Washer Fluid
too serious. Sometimes the engine
can get a little too hot when the checked for proper fill and function.
vehicle: If the warning continues, pull over,
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day. stop, and park the vehicle
right away.
. Stops after high-speed driving.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the
. Idles for long periods in traffic. engine for three minutes while
If the overheat warning is displayed parked. If the warning is still Open the cap with the washer
with no sign of steam: displayed, turn off the engine until it symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
cools down. the tank is full. See Engine
1. Turn the air conditioning off.
Compartment Overview 0 286 for
2. Turn the heater on to the reservoir location.
highest temperature and to the
highest fan speed. Open the
windows as necessary.
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Warning (Continued)
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission
Shift Lock Control
not careful. See Jump Starting - { Warning Function Check
North America 0 348 for tips on
working around a battery without When you are doing this
getting hurt. inspection, the vehicle could { Warning
move suddenly. If the vehicle
When you are doing this
moves, you or others could be
Infrequent Usage: Remove the inspection, the vehicle could
injured.
12-volt battery black, negative (−) move suddenly. If the vehicle
cable from the battery to keep the moves, you or others could be
battery from running down. 1. Before starting this check, be injured.
sure there is enough room
Extended Storage: Remove the around the vehicle.
12-volt battery black, negative (−) 1. Before starting this check, be
cable from the battery or use a 2. Apply both the parking brake sure there is enough room
battery trickle charger. and the regular brake. around the vehicle. It should be
Remember to reconnect the battery Do not use the accelerator parked on a level surface.
when ready to drive the vehicle. pedal, and be ready to turn off 2. Apply the parking brake. Be
the engine immediately if it ready to apply the regular
All-Wheel Drive starts. brake immediately if the vehicle
3. Try to start the engine in each begins to move.
Transfer Case gear. The vehicle should start 3. With the engine off, turn the
Under normal driving conditions, only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). ignition on, but do not start the
transfer case fluid does not require If the vehicle starts in any other engine. Without applying the
maintenance unless there is a fluid position, contact your dealer for regular brake, try to move the
leak or unusual noise. If required, service. shift lever out of P (Park) with
have the transfer case serviced by
your dealer.
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Caution
Damage may occur if the wiper
blades are not in contact with the
windshield before turning on the
wiper system.
{ Warning
Liftgate The High Intensity Discharge
(HID) lighting system operates at
a very high voltage. If you try to
service any of the system
components, you could be
seriously injured. Have your
dealer or a qualified technician
service them.
1. Sidemarker Bulb
2. Front Turn Signal
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Caution
Do not pull the engine
compartment fuse block lever,
since it is intended only for
service purposes. If pulled,
vehicle malfunction may occur.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical
component.
Warning (Continued)
All-Season Tires Winter Tires
This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally
. Replace any tires that all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter
have been damaged by designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased
impacts with potholes, performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered
curbs, etc. and weather conditions. Original roads. Consider installing winter
equipment tires designed to GM's tires on the vehicle if frequent
. Improperly repaired tires specific tire performance criteria driving on ice or snow covered
can cause a crash. Only have a TPC specification code roads is expected. See your dealer
the dealer or an molded onto the sidewall. Original for details regarding winter tire
authorized tire service equipment all-season tires can be availability and proper tire selection.
center should repair, identified by the last two characters Also, see Buying New Tires 0 334.
replace, dismount, and of this TPC code, which will With winter tires, there may be
mount the tires. be “MS.” decreased dry road traction,
. Consider installing winter tires on increased road noise, and shorter
Do not spin the tires in
the vehicle if frequent driving on tread life. After changing to winter
excess of 56 km/h snow or ice-covered roads is tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
(35 mph) on slippery expected. All-season tires provide handling and braking.
surfaces such as snow, adequate performance for most If using winter tires:
mud, ice, etc. Excessive winter driving conditions, but they
spinning may cause the may not offer the same level of . Use tires of the same brand and
tires to explode. traction or performance as winter tread type on all four wheel
tires on snow or ice-covered roads. positions.
See Winter Tires 0 319. . Use only radial ply tires of the
See Tire Pressure for
same size, load range, and
High-Speed Operation 0 327 for speed rating as the original
inflation pressure adjustment for equipment tires.
high-speed driving.
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Warning (Continued)
Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
5. Place wheel blocks,
Tools
if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite To access the spare tire and tools:
corner of the tire being 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate
changed. 0 44.
Warning (Continued)
killed. Never get under a vehicle
when it is supported only by
a jack.
{ Warning
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can
2. Turn the wheel wrench 4. Position the jack lift head at the damage the vehicle and even
counterclockwise to loosen all jack location nearest the make the vehicle fall. To help
the wheel nuts, but do not flat tire. avoid personal injury and vehicle
remove them yet. damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
The jacking location is
3. Place the jack near the flat tire. indicated by a half circle notch head into the proper location
in the metal flange. The jack before raising the vehicle.
Caution must not be used in any other
position.
Make sure that the jack lift head { Warning
is in the correct position or you { Warning
may damage your vehicle. The Lifting a vehicle and getting under
repairs would not be covered by Getting under a vehicle when it is it to do maintenance or repairs is
your warranty. lifted on a jack is dangerous. dangerous without the
If the vehicle slips off the jack, appropriate safety equipment and
you could be badly injured or training. If a jack is provided with
(Continued) (Continued)
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the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire.
Caution 5. Turn the wheel wrench 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts.
clockwise to raise the jack lift 9. Remove the flat tire.
Using a jack to raise the vehicle head until the slots in the jack
without positioning it correctly head fit into the metal flange
could damage your vehicle. When behind the cut out on the { Warning
raising your vehicle on a jack, be plastic molding. Do not raise
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
sure to position it correctly under the vehicle yet.
parts to which it is fastened, can
the frame and avoid contact with 6. Put the compact spare tire make wheel nuts become loose
the plastic molding. near you. after time. The wheel could come
7. Turn the wrench clockwise in off and cause an accident. When
the jack to raise the vehicle. changing a wheel, remove any
Raise the vehicle far enough rust or dirt from places where the
off the ground so that there is wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
enough room for the spare tire an emergency, a cloth or a paper
to fit under the wheel well. (Continued)
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{ Warning
14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in Storing a jack, a tire, or other
a crisscross sequence, as equipment in the passenger
shown. compartment of the vehicle could 1. Liftgate Hinges
cause injury. In a sudden stop or 2. Cable
15. Lower the jack all the way and
remove the jack from under the collision, loose equipment could 3. Center of the Wheel
vehicle. strike someone. Store all these in
4. Door Striker
the proper place.
16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly
with the wheel wrench.
When reinstalling the wheel cover or
center cap on the full-size tire,
tighten all six plastic caps hand
snug with the aid of the wheel
wrench and tighten them with the
wheel wrench an additional
one-quarter of a turn.
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Caution (Continued)
Cargo Cover and Floor Mats
Convenience Net
the appearance and feel of If equipped, wash with warm water { Warning
leather or soft trim, and are not and mild detergent. Do not use
recommended. chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold If a floor mat is the wrong size or
water, and then dry completely. is not properly installed, it can
interfere with the pedals.
Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Seat Belts Interference with the pedals can
gloss, especially on the instrument cause unintended acceleration
Keep belts clean and dry.
panel. Reflected glare can decrease
and/or increased stopping
visibility through the windshield
under certain conditions. { Warning distance which can cause a crash
and injury. Make sure the floor
Do not bleach or dye seat belt mat does not interfere with the
Caution webbing. It may severely weaken pedals.
Use of air fresheners may cause the webbing. In a crash, they
permanent damage to plastics might not be able to provide Use the following guidelines for
and painted surfaces. If an air adequate protection. Clean and proper floor mat usage.
freshener comes in contact with rinse seat belt webbing only with
mild soap and lukewarm water. . The original equipment floor
any plastic or painted surface in mats were designed for your
the vehicle, blot immediately and Allow the webbing to dry.
vehicle. If the floor mats need
clean with a soft cloth dampened replacing, it is recommended
with a mild soap solution. that GM certified floor mats be
Damage caused by air fresheners purchased. Non-GM floor mats
would not be covered by the may not fit properly and may
vehicle warranty. interfere with the accelerator or
brake pedal. Always check that
the floor mats do not interfere
with the pedals.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Normal
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.
(2.0L L4 Engine)
@ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.
(3.6L V6 Engine)
@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.
(2.0L L4 Engine)
@ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.
(3.6L V6 Engine)
@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
Footnotes — Maintenance driving in areas with heavy traffic, fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
Schedule Additional Required poor air quality, high dust levels, can help determine when to replace
Services - Severe or environmental allergens. the filter.
(1) Or every two years, whichever Passenger compartment air filter
comes first. More frequent replacement may also be needed if
passenger compartment air filter there is reduced airflow, window
replacement may be needed if
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Capacities
Application Metric English
Transfer Case Fluid 0.85 L 0.9 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 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.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 Engine X Automatic 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–
0.035 in)
3.6L V6 Engine W Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
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2.0L L4 Engine
3.6L V6 Engine
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OnStar OnStar Overview information about you and your
vehicle, including location
information. See OnStar User
Terms, Privacy Statement, and
OnStar Overview
Software Terms for more details
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
including system limitations at
OnStar Services www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396 The OnStar system status light is
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396 = Voice Command Button next to the OnStar buttons. If the
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 Q Blue OnStar Button status light is:
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399
> Red Emergency Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
OnStar Additional Information .
This vehicle may be equipped with a Flashing Green: On a call.
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 comprehensive, in-vehicle system . Red: Indicates a problem.
that can connect to an OnStar
Advisor for Emergency, Security, . Off: System is off. Press Q
Navigation, Connections, and twice to speak with an OnStar
Diagnostics Services. OnStar Advisor.
services may require a paid service
plan and data plan. OnStar requires Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR
the vehicle battery and electrical (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an
system, cellular service, and GPS Advisor.
satellite signals to be available and Functionality of the Voice Command
operating. OnStar acts as a link to button may vary by vehicle and
existing emergency service region.
providers. OnStar may collect
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Press = to: Press Q to connect to an OnStar Services
. Open the OnStar app on the Advisor to:
infotainment display. See the . Verify account information or Emergency
infotainment manual for update contact information. Emergency Services require an
information on how to use the . Get driving directions. active, OnStar service plan
OnStar app. (excludes Basic Plan). With
. Receive a Diagnostic check of
Or the vehicle's key operating Automatic Crash Response, built-in
. Make a call, end a call, systems. sensors can automatically alert a
or answer an incoming call. specially trained OnStar Advisor
. Receive Roadside Assistance. who is immediately connected in to
. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling . the vehicle to help.
Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
voice commands. if equipped. Press > for a priority connection to
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Navigation voice commands. Press > to get a priority connection an OnStar Advisor who can contact
to an OnStar Advisor available emergency service providers, direct
. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi 24/7 to: them to your exact location, and
hotspot name or SSID and relay important information.
password, if equipped. . Get help for an emergency.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
. Be a Good Samaritan or trained Advisors are available
respond to an AMBER Alert. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
. Get assistance in severe provide a central point of contact,
weather or other crisis situations assistance, and information during a
and find evacuation routes. crisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
jump, or an empty gas tank.
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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 engine 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, 2. Say “Repeat.” System
notification by text, e-mail, or phone press = to open the OnStar app on responds with the last direction
call will be sent. If the vehicle is the 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 application. infotainment display, then
“OnStar ready,” then a tone. Make these passwords different select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some
Send Destination to Vehicle from each other and use a vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi
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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398 OnStar
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 =
For myChevrolet mobile app
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped information and compatibility, see to open the OnStar app on the
with automatic locks. www.my.chevrolet.com. infotainment display, then select
. Activate the horn and lamps. Hands-Free calling. For other
An active OnStar service,
. compatible device, factory-installed vehicles press = as follows.
Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil
life, or tire pressure, remote start, and power locks are Make a Call
if factory-equipped with the Tire required. Data rates apply. See
Pressure Monitor System. www.onstar.com for details and 1. Press =. System responds:
system limitations. “OnStar ready.”
. Send destinations to the vehicle.
Remote Services 2. Say “Call.” System responds:
. Locate the vehicle on a map “Call. Please say the name or
(U.S. market only). Contact an OnStar Advisor to number to call.”
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.
check may be required to
“OK, dialing 911.” Advanced Diagnostics requires an confirm the accuracy of the
Retrieve My Number active OnStar paid service plan, alerts.
e-mail address on file, and . Dealer Maintenance Notification:
1. Press =. System responds: enrollment in Advanced Diagnostics.
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
End a Call press Q to have an Advisor Advisor, or see www.onstar.com.
initiate a remote diagnostic
Press =. System responds: “Call report.
ended.”
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400 OnStar
.
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
0 390.
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 0 281. Added electrical communicate with GM servers to
the vehicle. Do not place items over
collect information about vehicle
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or deliver updates or changes. An OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
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Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, materials provided with the UnZip,” “WiZ” or “MacZip”
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Info-ZIP URL(s).
4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use
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“UnZip,” “UnZipSFX,” “WiZ,”
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Airbag System (cont'd)
Index A
Accessories and When Should an Airbag
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 86
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . 246 Airbags
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 281 Adding Equipment to the
Additional Information Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 140
Additional Maintenance Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Adjustments Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Agreements Alarm
Trademarks and License . . . . . 199 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 293 Alert
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . .200, 203 Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Air Filter, Passenger Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 265
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .235, 303
Airbag System AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
How Does an Airbag Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 236
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 91 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
What Makes an Airbag Appearance Care
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
What Will You See after an Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
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Apple CarPlay and B Bulb Replacement (cont'd)
Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Battery High Intensity Discharge
Assistance Program, Exterior Lighting Battery (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 308
Assistance Systems for Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 C
Assistance Systems for Battery - North America . . . .302, 348 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 256 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 304 California
Audio Bluetooth Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 176 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191, 192 Perchlorate Materials
Automatic Brake Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 California
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 143 Proposition
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .283, 302, 348,
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Back Cover
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Capacities and
Automatic Transmission Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Carbon Monoxide
Shift Lock Control Function Braking System Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . 263 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Auxiliary Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 223 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Bulb Replacement Cargo
Avoiding Untrusted Media Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 Management System . . . . . . . . . .119
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Headlamps, Front Turn Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 119
Signal, and Sidemarker . . . . . 308 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
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Charging Connections D
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397 Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 387
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 141 Control Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Check Traction and Electronic Data Collection
Engine Light (Malfunction Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 393
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Child Restraints Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 392
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 99 Coolant Daytime Running
Lower Anchors and Tethers Engine Temperature Gauge . . 138 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200, 203 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112, 114 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Devices
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Courtesy Transportation Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 Diagnostics
Cleaning Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 Cruise Control, Adaptive . . . . . . . . 246 Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Climate Control Systems Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 383 Door
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382 Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Text Telephone (TTY) Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Customer Information Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 387 Service Publications Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 379
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 389 Drive Systems
Compartments Customer Satisfaction All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 235, 303
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 255
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
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Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Electrical System (cont'd) Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Driving Instrument Panel Fuse Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 259 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Characteristics and Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 166
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Rear Compartment Fuse Exterior Lighting Battery
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Emergency
F
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 29 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
Features
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 217 Engine
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 219 Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Filter,
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Check Light (Malfunction
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 286
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 170
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Coolant Temperature
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Dual Automatic Climate Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Fluid
Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 292
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
E Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 237 Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 144 Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Electrical Equipment, Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 261
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 231
Electrical System Forward Collision Alert
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Engine Compartment Fuse (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Frequency Statement
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 310 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 392
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Front Fog Lamp G Headlamps (cont'd)
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Front Pedestrian Braking Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . 307, 308
(FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Daytime Running
Front Seats Gauges Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Engine Coolant Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . 70 Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 High Intensity Discharge
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 148
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 168
Filling a Portable Fuel Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 149
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Heated
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Warning Lights and Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 General Information Heated and Ventilated Front
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 148 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 363 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Requirements, California . . . . . 270 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Fuses Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Heater
Engine Compartment Fuse Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 GM Mobility Reimbursement Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200, 203
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 310 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 High Voltage Devices and
Instrument Panel Fuse Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
H High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Rear Compartment Fuse High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . 327
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 170
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 217
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 239
Headlamps
Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
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Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 L Lighting
How to Wear Seat Belts Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 320 Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Lamps Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200, 203 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 168 LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
I
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Lights
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Exterior Lighting Battery Antilock Brake System
Indicator
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 143
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Malfunction Indicator Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Infants and Young Children,
(Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Check Engine (Malfunction
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 265 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Lane Departure Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 144
Instrument Panel
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 147
Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 267 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 54
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 145 Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
J LATCH System High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 168
Jump Starting - North Replacing Parts after a Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
K LATCH, Lower Anchors and Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 139
Keyless Entry Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 32 LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Service Electric Parking
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
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Lights (cont'd) Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 141 N
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Navigation
Traction Control System Media OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
(TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . 184 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Locks
O
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Messages
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Mirror
Oil
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Mirrors
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 291
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 148 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Lower Anchors and Tethers Automatic Dimming
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 97
for Children (LATCH Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 383
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
OnStar Additional
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
M OnStar Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 397
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Maintenance OnStar Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 54
Maintenance and Care OnStar Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 365 OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Monitor System, Tire
Recommended Fluids and Operation
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
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Operation (cont'd) Perchlorate Materials R
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 178 Requirements, California . . . . . . 284 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 390
Ordering Personalization Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 389 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Radios
Outlets Phone AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Apple CarPlay and Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191, 192 Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Hands-Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Rear Climate Control System . . . 203
P
Port Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Park
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Power Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 256
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 126
Parking
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Brake and P (Park)
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 304
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 228 Recommended Fluids and
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 230
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Records
Parking or Backing
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 82 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 256
Privacy Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 351
Passenger Airbag Status
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 392 Reimbursement Program,
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Program GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Passenger Compartment Air
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 386 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Proposition System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 91
65 Warning, Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 145
California . . . . . . . . . . . .283, 302, 348, Replacement Parts
Back Cover Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
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Replacement Parts (cont'd) S Seats (cont'd)
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 Safety Defects Reporting Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 96 Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 391 Securing Child
Replacing LATCH System General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112, 114
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 Security
Replacing Seat Belt System Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Reporting Safety Defects Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 391 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 386 Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Accessories and
Restraints Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 How to Wear Seat Belts Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 284
Retained Accessory Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 375
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Maintenance, General
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
Roads Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 84 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 376
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 82 Publications Ordering
Roadside Assistance Seats Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 386
Roof Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Service Electric Parking
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . . 70 Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Services
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 65 Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 379 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Running the Vehicle While Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 65 Shift Lock Control Function
Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Check, Automatic
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
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Shifting Storage Areas (cont'd) Tires (cont'd)
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 118 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 265 Struts Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Signals, Turn and Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Spare Tire Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326, 327
Special Application Services . . . . 370 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Specifications and System Pressure Monitor Operation . . 328
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 Forward Collision Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 327
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
StabiliTrak Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175, 393 Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Terminology and Definitions . . 323
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Systems Uniform Tire Quality
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Wheel Alignment and Tire
T
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 338
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 383
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 When It Is Time for New
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 52
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Third-Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Storage Areas Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Cargo Management System . . .119 Towing
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . 273
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 273
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Towing (cont'd) Updates W
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 351 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Warning
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Traction Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 267
V
Control System (TCS)/ Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Vehicle
StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Warnings
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Traction Control/Electronic Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 376
Trademarks and License Wheels
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Alignment and Tire Balance . . 338
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Trailer Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Transmission When It Is Time for New
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 103
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Transportation Program, Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 145
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Vehicle Care
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Turn and Lane-Change Windshield
Vehicle Data Recording and
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
U Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 336 Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Winter
Universal Remote System . . . . . . 162 Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 309 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 304
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Wipers
Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 309
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