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Introduction
Contents California Proposition 65 Warning
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358

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2 Introduction
Introduction Refer to the purchase documentation Danger, Warning, and Caution
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
the features. Warning messages found on vehicle labels
and in this manual describe hazards and
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick what to do to avoid or reduce them.
reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners { Danger

Danger indicates a hazard with a high
A French language manual can be obtained
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle level of risk which will result in serious
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com,
model names, and vehicle body designs or from: injury or death.
appearing in this manual including, but not
limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the Propriétaires Canadiens
BUICK Emblem, and ENCLAVE are trademarks On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide { Warning
and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à Warning indicates a hazard that could
its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. l'adresse suivante: result in injury or death.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute Helm, Incorporated
the name “General Motors of Canada Attention: Customer Service
Company” for Buick Motor Division wherever Caution
47911 Halyard Drive
it appears in this manual. Plymouth, MI 48170 Caution indicates a hazard that could
This manual describes features that may or USA result in property or vehicle damage.
may not be on the vehicle because of
optional equipment that was not purchased Using this Manual
on the vehicle, model variants, country To quickly locate information about the
specifications, features/applications that may vehicle, use the Index in the back of the
not be available in your region, or changes manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is
subsequent to the printing of this owner’s in the manual and the page number where
manual, including changes in standard or it can be found.
optional content.
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A circle with a slash through it is a safety ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do
this,” or “Do not let this happen.” $ : Brake System Warning Light O : Power
Symbols 9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
The vehicle has components and labels that P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water I : Registered Technician
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are B : Engine Coolant Temperature / : Remote Vehicle Start
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited h : Risk of Electrical Fire
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator. H : Flammable > : Seat Belt Reminders
M : Shown when the owner’s manual has [ : Forward Collision Alert I : Side Blind Zone Alert
additional instructions or information. R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location h : Stop/Start
* : Shown when the service manual has + : Fuses 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more information j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
on another page — “see page.” Stability Control (ESC)
Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Vehicle Symbol Chart Installed a : Under Pressure
Here are some additional symbols that may | : Lane Change Alert k : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for @ : Lane Departure Warning
information. A : Lane Keep Assist
u : Air Conditioning System * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil : : Oil Pressure
9 : Airbag Readiness Light X : Park Assist
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Instrument Panel Overview
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1. Air Vents 0 186. 9. Infotainment Controls. See Overview 20. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View).
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 0 135. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Lane-Change Signals 0 130. 10. Dual Automatic Climate Control System Engine Light) 0 107.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 126. 0 181. 21. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 42 0 131.
3. Manual Mode 0 209.
(If Equipped). 22. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 119 (If
4. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or Equipped).
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. 11. Wireless Charging 0 95 (If Equipped).
12. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 23. Electric Parking Brake 0 211.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Display.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base 0 206.
Level) 0 114 or Driver Information Center 13. USB Port 0 144.
(DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117. 14. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 91. Positions 0 200.
6. Auto Stop Disable Switch. See Stop/Start 15. Steering Wheel Controls 0 136.
System 0 202. 16. Horn 0 91.
All-Wheel Drive Button (If Equipped). See 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 90 (Out
Driver Mode Control 0 214. of View).
Sport Mode Button (If Equipped) or Tow/ 18. Cruise Control 0 216.
Haul Mode Button (If Equipped). See
Driver Mode Control 0 214. Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0 218
(If Equipped).
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0 128. Heated Steering Wheel 0 90 (If
Equipped).
8. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 130.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 235 (If Equipped).
0 229 (If Equipped).
19. Hood Release. See Hood 0 261.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 242 (If
Equipped).
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Keys, Doors, and Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Keys and Locks
Interior Mirrors
Windows Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Keys
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 28
Keys and Locks Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 { Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Leaving children in a vehicle with a
Remote Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 remote key is dangerous and children or
Remote Key Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 others could be seriously injured or killed.
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 They could operate the power windows
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 or other controls or make the vehicle
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Roof move. The windows will function with
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 the remote key in the vehicle, and
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 children or others could be caught in the
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 path of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with a remote key.
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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The key inside the remote key is used for With an active OnStar or connected service Other conditions can impact the
the driver door. plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely performance of the remote key. See Remote
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview Key 0 7.
0 350.

Remote Key
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347.
If there is a decrease in the remote key
operating range:
. Check the distance. The remote key may
be too far from the vehicle.
. Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
. Check the remote key's battery. See
To remove the key, press the button on the “Battery Replacement” later in this
bottom of the remote key and pull the key section. Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn signal
out. Never pull the key out without pressing . If the remote key is still not working indicators may flash and/or the horn may
the button. correctly, see your dealer or a qualified sound on the second press to indicate
If it becomes difficult to turn the key, technician for service. locking. To view available setting for this
inspect the key blade for debris. feature, touch the Settings icon on the
Remote Key Operation infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to
See your dealer if a new key is needed. display the list of available options and
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle select “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start”.
Contact Roadside Assistance if locked out of entry when the remote key is within 1 m
the vehicle. See Roadside Assistance Program (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” If the driver door is open when Q is
0 342. following. pressed, and Open Door Anti-Lockout is
The remote key functions may work up to enabled through vehicle settings, all doors
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. will lock and then the driver door will
immediately unlock. To view available
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settings for this feature, touch the Settings unlocking. Select “Vehicle” to display the list 7 : Press and release one time to initiate
icon on the infotainment home page. Select of available options and select “Comfort and vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and
“Vehicle” to display the list of available Convenience”. the horn chirps three times. Press and hold
options and select “Power Door Locks”.
Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent 7 for three seconds to sound the panic
If the passenger door is open when Q is system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 25.
alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signal
pressed, all doors lock. lamps flash for 30 seconds, or until 7 is
If equipped with auto mirror folding, press pressed again or the vehicle is started.
Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent and hold K for one second to unfold the
system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 25. mirrors, if enabled. To view available b : If equipped, press twice quickly to
If equipped with auto mirror folding, press settings for this feature, touch the Settings open or close the liftgate.
and hold Q for one second to fold the icon on the infotainment home page. Select Press once to stop the liftgate from moving.
mirrors, if enabled. To view available “Vehicle” to display the list of available
settings for this feature, touch the Settings options and select “Comfort and Keyless Access Operation
icon on the infotainment home page. Select Convenience”. With the Keyless Access system, you can
“Vehicle” to display the list of available If equipped with remote windows, press and lock and unlock the doors and access the
options and select “Comfort and hold K to open all of the windows, liftgate without removing the remote key
Convenience”. if enabled. To view available settings for this from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The
feature, touch the Settings icon on the remote key should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the
K : Press to unlock the driver door. Press liftgate or door being opened. The buttons
unlock again within five seconds to unlock infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to
are on the outside door handles.
all doors. The remote key can be display the list of available options and
programmed to unlock all doors on the first select “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start”. Keyless Access can be programmed to
button press. Select “Vehicle” to display the unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock
/ : Press and release Q and then press from the driver door. Keyless
list of available options and select “Remote
Lock, Unlock, Start”. When remotely immediately press and hold / for at least Unlocking can also be turned off. To view
unlocking the vehicle at night the back-up four seconds to start the engine from available settings for this feature, touch the
lamps will come on for about 30 seconds to outside the vehicle using the remote key. Settings icon on the infotainment home
light your approach to the vehicle. The turn See Remote Vehicle Start 0 14. page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of
signal indicators may flash to indicate available options and select “Remote Lock,
Unlock, Start”.
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If equipped with memory seats, remote keys Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause To view available settings for this feature,
1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of all doors to lock if any of the following touch the Settings icon on the infotainment
memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats 0 40. occur: home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the . It has been more than five seconds since list of available options and select “Remote
Driver Door the first lock/unlock button press. Lock, Unlock, Start”.
. Two lock/unlock button presses were Disabling Keyless Unlocking:
When the doors are locked and the remote
key is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door used to unlock all doors.
With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and
handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on . Any vehicle door has opened and all
doors are now closed. K on the remote key at the same time for
the driver door handle will unlock the driver approximately three seconds. The turn signal
door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger lamps will flash four times quickly to
again within five seconds, all passenger Doors indicate access is disabled. Using any
doors will unlock. exterior handle to unlock the doors or open
When the doors are locked and the remote
key is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle, the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps
pressing the lock/unlock button on that door to flash four times quickly, indicating access
handle will unlock all doors. Pressing the is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm
lock/unlock button will cause all doors to system before starting the vehicle.
lock if any of the following occur: Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
. The lock/unlock button was used to
unlock all doors. With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and
. Any vehicle door has opened and all K on the remote key at the same time for
doors are now closed. approximately three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate
Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior access is enabled.
Door Handles and Liftgate
Passive Locking
Driver Shown, Passenger Similar If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior
door handles and liftgate can be disabled The vehicle will lock several seconds after all
and enabled. doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at
least one remote key has been removed or
none remain in the interior.
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If other electronic devices interfere with the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to stolen remote keys no longer work. Each
remote key signal, the vehicle may not display the list of available options and vehicle can have up to eight remote keys
detect the remote key inside the vehicle. select “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start”. matched to it.
If passive locking is enabled, the doors may Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Programming with Recognized Remote Keys
lock with the remote key inside the vehicle.
Do not leave the remote key in an If the vehicle is on with a door open, and A new remote key can be programmed to
unattended vehicle. then all doors are closed, the vehicle will the vehicle when there are two recognized
check for remote keys inside. If an remote remote keys.
To customize the doors to automatically lock key is not detected, the Driver Information
when exiting the vehicle, touch the Settings To program, the vehicle must be off and all
Center (DIC) will display NO REMOTE of the remote keys, both currently
icon on the infotainment home page. Select DETECTED and the horn will chirp three
“Vehicle” to display the list of available recognized and new, must be with you.
times. This occurs only once each time the
options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, vehicle is driven. 1. Press the button on the side of the
Start”. remote key near the bottom and pull the
Keyless Liftgate Opening key out. Never pull the key out without
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle pressing the button.
Temporarily disable passive locking by to open the liftgate if the remote key is 2. Place the two recognized remote keys in
pressing and holding K on the interior door within 1 m (3 ft). the cupholder.
switch with a door open for at least
four seconds, or until three chimes are Key Access 3. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the
heard. Passive locking will then remain To access a vehicle with a weak remote key driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 15.
Insert the vehicle key of the new remote
disabled until Q on the interior door is battery, see Door Locks 0 15.
key into the key lock cylinder on the
pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.
Programming Remote Keys to the driver door handle and turn the key,
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Vehicle counterclockwise, to the unlock position
When the vehicle is turned off and an five times within 10 seconds.
Only remote keys programmed to the
remote key is left in the vehicle, the horn vehicle will work. If a remote key is lost or The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #3,
will chirp three times after all doors are stolen, a replacement can be purchased and 4, 5, ETC.
closed. To view available settings for this programmed through your dealer. The
feature, touch the Settings icon on the vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or
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When all additional remote keys are The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN
programmed, press and hold ENGINE PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC
programming mode. displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO
7. Put the key back into the remote key. LEARN and then press ENGINE
8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See START/STOP.
Door Locks 0 15. The DIC display will again show REMOTE
Programming without Recognized LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
Remote Keys 4. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After
the third time all previously known
If two currently recognized remote keys are remote keys will no longer work with
not available, follow this procedure to the vehicle. Remaining remote keys can
4. Remove the top tray and the rubber mat program up to eight remote keys. This be relearned during the next steps.
inside the center console storage area. feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately The DIC display should now show READY
Place the new remote key into the FOR REMOTE # 1.
remote key pocket. 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must
be off and all of the remote keys you wish
5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the to program must be with you.
remote key is learned the DIC display
will show that it is ready to program the 1. Press the button on the side of the
next remote key. remote key near the bottom and pull the
key out. Never pull the key out without
6. Remove the remote key from the remote pressing the button.
key pocket and press the remote key K
2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the
or Q button. driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 15.
To program additional remote keys, Insert the vehicle key of the remote key
repeat Steps 3–5. into the key lock cylinder on the driver
door handle and turn the key,
counterclockwise, to the unlock position
five times within 10 seconds.
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5. Remove the top tray and the rubber mat DETECTED PLACE KEY IN remote key POCKET Replace the remote key battery as soon
inside the center console storage area. THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. For improved as possible.
Place the new remote key into the vehicle security, the remote key is equipped
remote key pocket. with a motion sensor. Move the remote key Battery Replacement
6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the slightly and try starting the vehicle. If the
remote key is learned the DIC display vehicle still does not start, and the DIC { Warning
will show that it is ready to program the displays the same warnings above, follow Never allow children to play with the
next remote key. the steps shown below: remote key. The remote key contains a
7. Remove the remote key from the remote To start the vehicle: small battery, which can be a choking
key pocket and press the remote key K hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
or Q button.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
To program additional remote keys, battery is swallowed.
repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional remote keys are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE { Warning
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit To avoid personal injury, do not touch
programming mode.
metal surfaces on the remote key when
8. Put the key back into the remote key. it has been exposed to extreme heat.
9. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See These surfaces can be hot to the touch at
Door Locks 0 15. temperatures above 59 °C (138 °F).
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Remote 1. Remove the top tray and the rubber mat
Key Battery inside the center console storage area. Caution
Place the new remote key into the
When starting the vehicle, if the remote key remote key pocket. When replacing the battery, do not touch
battery is depleted, there is signal any of the circuitry on the remote key.
interference, or the remote key has been 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
Static from your body could damage the
idle for a while, the DIC may display NO N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and
ENGINE START/STOP. remote key.
REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS
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Replace the battery in the remote key soon
Caution if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN
Always replace the battery with the REMOTE KEY.
correct type. Replacing the battery with
To replace the battery:
an incorrect type could potentially create
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to instructions
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures.
2. Insert a flat, thin object and remove the
Caution back cover.
3. Remove the old battery using a flat,
If the remote key is not reassembled
nonmetal object.
properly, liquids could enter the housing
and damage the circuitry, resulting in a 1. Press the button on the bottom of the 4. Insert the new battery, positive side
remote key malfunction and/or failure. To remote key to remove the key. Never toward the back cover. Replace with a
prevent damage, always follow the steps pull the key out without pressing the CR2032 or equivalent battery.
for remote key reassembly in this manual button. 5. Ensure that the silicone mat is correctly
to ensure the remote key is sealed positioned with no gaps or wrinkles.
properly whenever the remote key is 6. Set remote key button side down on a
opened. hard surface and press the other half
straight down to force the halves
together.
7. Insert the key back into the remote key.
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Remote Vehicle Start 2. Immediately after completing Step 1, After entering the vehicle during a remote
press and hold / until the lamps flash. start, press the brake and ENGINE START/
The vehicle has a remote starting feature STOP with the remote key in the vehicle to
If the vehicle's lights cannot be seen,
that starts the engine from outside of the drive the vehicle.
vehicle. press and hold / for at least
four seconds. If the vehicle is left running, it automatically
/ : This button is on the remote key. When the vehicle starts, the park lamps will shuts off after 15 minutes unless a time
Laws in some communities may restrict the turn on and remain on as long as the extension has been done.
use of remote starters. For example, some engine is running. The doors will be locked Extending Engine Run Time
laws may require a person using the remote and the climate control system will operate
start to have the vehicle in view when doing automatically if the vehicle has the To extend the engine run time by
so. Check local regulations for any automatic system, or at the same setting as 15 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the
requirements on remote starting of vehicles. when the vehicle was last turned off. engine is still running. An extension can be
requested 30 seconds after starting. The
Do not use the remote start feature if the With an automatic climate control system engine run time can only be extended if it is
vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle could run and if equipped with heated seats, the the first remote start since the vehicle has
out of fuel. heated seats turn on during colder outside been driven. Remote start can be extended
The remote key range may be less while the temperatures and shut off when the ignition one time.
vehicle is running. is turned on. See Heated and Ventilated
Front Seats 0 42. If the remote start procedure is used again
Other conditions can affect the performance while the engine is still running, 15 minutes
of the remote key. See Remote Key 0 7. If equipped with an auto heated steering will be added on for a total of 30 minutes.
wheel, it may come on during a remote
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start start. See Heated Steering Wheel 0 90. For example, if Q and then / are pressed
again while the engine is still running,
To start the vehicle: The rear window defogger and heated
15 minutes will be added on for a total of
mirrors, if equipped, turn on during colder
1. Press and release Q on the remote key. outside temperatures and turn off when the
30 minutes.
ignition is turned on. A maximum of two remote starts or remote
start with an extension are allowed between
ignition cycles.
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After the vehicle's engine has been started The engine turns off during a remote start if
two times using the remote start button or the coolant temperature gets too high or if Warning (Continued)
a start with an extension, the ignition must the oil pressure gets low. . Outsiders can easily enter through an
be turned on and then back off before the unlocked door when you slow down
remote start procedure can be used again. Door Locks or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from happening.
Canceling a Remote Start { Warning
To manually shut off a remote start: To lock/unlock the doors from the outside:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
. Press and hold / until the lamps . Press Q or K on the remote key. See
. Passengers, especially children, can
turn off. easily open the doors and fall out of a Remote Key Operation 0 7.
. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. moving vehicle. The doors can be . Use the key in the driver door. The key
. Turn the ignition switch on and then off. unlocked and opened while the vehicle lock cylinder is covered with a cap.
is moving. The chance of being thrown To lock/unlock the doors from the inside:
Conditions in Which the Remote Start out of the vehicle in a crash is
Will Not Work increased if the doors are not locked.
. Press Q or K on the power door lock
So, all passengers should wear seat switch.
The remote start will not operate if any of . Push down on the door lock knob to lock
the following occur: belts properly and the doors should be
locked whenever the vehicle is driven. a door.
. The hood is open.
. Young children who get into unlocked . Pull the door handle once to unlock it.
. The remote key is in the vehicle. Pull the door handle again to unlatch it.
vehicles may be unable to get out.
. The vehicle is on.
A child can be overcome by extreme
. There is an emission control system heat and can suffer permanent injuries
malfunction. or even death from heat stroke.
. The vehicle is not in park. Always lock the vehicle whenever
. The hazard switch is on. leaving it.
. Two remote starts or a remote start with (Continued)
an extension have already been used.
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Keyless Access Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In
Case of Dead Battery)

The remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of

the liftgate or door being opened. Press the To access the driver door key lock cylinder:
button on the door handle to open. See
Remote Key Operation 0 7. 1. Pull the door handle to the open position
and hold it open until cap removal is
complete.
2. Insert the key into the slot at the
bottom of the cap and lift the key
upward.
3. Move the cap rearward and remove.
4. Insert the key into the cylinder and turn
to unlock. To replace the cap:
1. Pull the door handle to the open position
and hold it open until cap installation is
complete.
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2. Position the bottom edge of the cap Power Door Locks The doors will lock automatically
under the lower edge of the metal five seconds after all doors are closed. If a
piece (2). The tabs (3) attach to the door is reopened before that time, the
metal piece (2) at the positions (1). five-second timer will reset when all doors
3. Rotate the cap upward and install into are closed again.
place. Press Q on the door lock switch again or
4. Check that the cap is secure. press Q on the remote key to lock the
Free-Turning Locks doors immediately.

The door key lock cylinder turns freely when This feature can also be programmed. To
either the wrong key is used, or the correct view available settings for this feature,
key is not fully inserted. The free-turning touch the Settings icon on the infotainment
door lock feature prevents the lock cylinder home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the
from being forced open. To reset the lock list of available options and select “Power
cylinder, ensure the correct key is fully Q : Press to lock the doors. Door Locks”.
inserted into the lock cylinder. Rotate the Automatic Door Locks
key until you feel the lock cylinder click K : Press to unlock the doors.
back into place. Remove the key and The doors will lock automatically when all
reinsert fully, rotate the key to unlock the
Delayed Locking doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the
vehicle. This feature delays the locking of the doors vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
until five seconds after all doors are closed. If a vehicle door is unlocked and then
Delayed locking can only be turned on when opened and closed, the doors will lock either
the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has when your foot is removed from the brake
been turned off. or the vehicle speed becomes faster than
13 km/h (8 mph).
When Q is pressed on the power door lock
switch while the door is open, a chime will To unlock the doors:
sound three times indicating delayed locking . Press K on the power door lock switch.
is active. . Shift into P (Park).
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Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. will lock and the driver door will unlock. The 1. Move the lever down to the lock
Automatic door unlocking can be Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can be position.
programmed. To view available settings for turned on or off. To view available settings 2. Close the door.
this feature, touch the Settings icon on the from the infotainment screen, touch Settings
infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to > Vehicle > Power Door Locks > Open Door 3. Do the same for the other rear door.
display the list of available options and Anti Lockout. To open a rear door when the safety lock
select “Power Door Locks”. is on:
Safety Locks 1. Unlock the door by activating the inside
Lockout Protection The rear door safety locks prevent handle, by pressing the power door lock
If the ignition is on or in accessory mode passengers from opening the rear doors switch, or by using the remote key.
and the power door lock switch is pressed from inside the vehicle. 2. Open the door from the outside.
with the driver door open, all the doors will
lock and only the driver door will unlock. Manual Safety Locks When the safety lock is enabled, adults and
older children will not be able to open the
If the vehicle is off and locking is requested rear door from the inside. Cancel the safety
while a door is open, when all doors are locks to enable the doors to open from the
closed the vehicle will check for remote keys inside.
inside. If an remote key is detected and the
number of remote keys inside has not To cancel the safety lock:
reduced, the driver door will unlock and the 1. Unlock the door and open it from the
horn will chirp three times. outside.
Lockout Protection can be manually 2. Move the lever up to unlock. Do the
overridden with the driver door open by same for the other door.
pressing and holding Q on the power door
lock switch.
Open Door Anti-Lockout
If equipped, the safety lock is on the inside
If Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned edge of the rear doors. To use the
on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is safety lock:
open, and locking is requested, all the doors
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Doors Warning (Continued)
Liftgate . If the vehicle is equipped with a
power liftgate, disable the power
{ Warning liftgate function.
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it See Engine Exhaust 0 206.
is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch
open, or with any objects that pass
through the seal between the body and Caution
the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine To avoid damage to the liftgate or
exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) liftgate glass, make sure the area above
which cannot be seen or smelled. It can and behind the liftgate is clear before To open the liftgate, press the touch pad
cause unconsciousness and even death. opening it. under the liftgate handle and lift up.
If the vehicle must be driven with the With Keyless Access, the liftgate can be
liftgate or trunk/hatch open: Manual Liftgate opened when locked if the remote key is
. Close all of the windows. To unlock the liftgate, press K on the within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate. See Remote
. Fully open the air outlets on or under power door lock switch or press K on the Key Operation 0 7.
the instrument panel. remote key twice within five seconds. See Use the pull cup to lower and close the
. Adjust the climate control system to a Remote Key Operation 0 7. liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while
setting that brings in only outside air closing the liftgate. This may cause the
and set the fan speed to the highest liftgate to be unlatched.
setting. See “Climate Control Systems” The liftgate has an electric latch. If the
in the Index. battery is disconnected or has low voltage,
(Continued) the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will
resume operation when the battery is
reconnected and charged.
Always close the liftgate before driving.
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Power Liftgate Operation If equipped, the power liftgate switch is on
the driver door. The vehicle must be in
{ Warning P (Park).
You or others could be injured if caught The modes are:
in the path of the power liftgate. Make . MAX: Opens to maximum height.
sure there is no one in the way of the . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height that can
liftgate as it is opening and closing. be set from 3/4 to fully open. Use to
prevent the liftgate from opening into
overhead obstructions such as a garage
Caution door or roof-mounted cargo. The liftgate
Driving with an open and unsecured can be manually opened all the way.
liftgate may result in damage to the . OFF: Opens manually only.
power liftgate components.
. Press l on the bottom edge of the
To power open or close the liftgate, select liftgate to the left of the latch to close.
MAX or 3/4 mode.
Press any liftgate button, the touch pad,
. Press b twice quickly on the remote or b on the remote key while the liftgate
key until the liftgate moves.
is moving to stop it. Pressing any liftgate
. Press 8 on the driver door. The driver button or pressing b twice quickly on the
door must be unlocked. remote key restarts the operation in the
. Press the touch pad on the underside of reverse direction. Pressing the touch pad on
the liftgate handle after unlocking all the liftgate handle will restart the motion,
doors. A locked vehicle can be opened if but only in the opening direction.
the remote key is within 1 m (3 ft) of the
liftgate. Caution
Manually forcing the liftgate to open or
close during a power cycle can damage
the vehicle. Allow the power cycle to
complete.
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The power liftgate may be temporarily the liftgate to complete its operation and 2. Stop the liftgate movement at the
disabled under extreme low temperatures, wait a few seconds before manually closing desired height by pressing any liftgate
or after repeated power cycling over a short the liftgate. switch. Manually adjust the liftgate
period of time. If this occurs, the liftgate can position if needed.
still be operated manually. Obstacle Detection Features
3. Press and hold l to the left of the
If the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) while If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during latch at the bottom of the liftgate until
the power function is in progress, the a power open or close cycle, the liftgate will the turn signals flash and a beep sounds.
liftgate will continue to completion. If the automatically reverse direction and move a This indicates the setting has been
vehicle is accelerated before the liftgate has short distance away from the obstacle. After recorded.
completed moving, the liftgate may stop or removing the obstruction, the power liftgate
operation can be used again. If the liftgate The liftgate cannot be set below a minimum
reverse direction. Check for DIC messages
encounters multiple obstacles on the same programmable height. If there is no light
and make sure the liftgate is closed and
power cycle, the power function will flash or sound, then the height adjustment
latched before driving.
deactivate. After removing the obstructions, may be too low.
Falling Liftgate Detection manually close the liftgate which will allow
Manual Operation
If the power liftgate automatically closes normal power operation functions to
after a power opening cycle, it indicates that resume. Select OFF to manually operate the liftgate.
the system is reacting to excess weight on See “Manual Liftgate” at the beginning of
If the vehicle is locked while the liftgate is
the liftgate or a possible support strut this section.
closing, and an obstacle is encountered that
failure. A repetitive chime will sound while prevents the liftgate from completely
the falling liftgate detection feature is Caution
closing, the horn will sound as an alert that
operating. Remove any excess weight. If the the liftgate did not close. Attempting to move the liftgate too
liftgate continues to automatically close quickly and with excessive force may
after opening, see your dealer for service Setting the 3/4 Mode result in damage to the vehicle.
before using the power liftgate. To change the position the liftgate stops at
Interfering with the power liftgate motion when opening: Operate the liftgate manually with a
or manually closing the liftgate too quickly smooth motion and moderate speed. The
1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and power system includes a feature which limits the
after power opening may resemble a open the liftgate.
support strut failure. This could also activate manual closing speed to protect the
the falling liftgate detection feature. Allow components.
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Hands-Free Operation . Do not keep your foot under the bumper;
the liftgate will not activate.
If equipped, the liftgate may be operated
. Do not touch the liftgate until it has
with a kicking motion near the left side of
the rear bumper at the location of the stopped moving.
projected logo. The remote key must be This feature may be temporarily disabled
within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear bumper to under some conditions. If the liftgate does
operate the power liftgate hands-free. not respond to the kick, open or close the
The hands-free feature will not work while liftgate by another method or start the
the liftgate is moving. To stop the liftgate vehicle. The feature will be re-enabled.
while in motion use one of the liftgate When closing the liftgate using this feature,
switches. there will be a short delay. The taillamps
The hands-free feature can be customized.To will flash and a chime will sound.
Kick Zone
view available settings for this feature, Step away from the liftgate before it starts
touch the Settings icon on the infotainment To operate, move your foot in a forward moving.
home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the kicking motion near the left side of the rear
list of available options and select “Comfort bumper at the location of the projected Projected Logo
and Convenience”. Choose from the logo, then pull it back. The kick must come If equipped with this feature, a vehicle logo
following: within 14 cm (6 in) of the rear bumper to will be projected for one minute onto the
activate. Then step back. ground near the rear bumper when an
On-Open and Close : The kicking motion is
activated to both open and close the remote key is detected within approximately
Caution 2 m (6 ft). The projected logo may not be
liftgate.
Splashing water may cause the liftgate to visible under brighter daytime conditions.
On-Open Only : The kicking motion is open. Keep the remote key away from
activated to only open the liftgate. the rear bumper detection area or turn
Off : The feature is disabled. the liftgate mode to OFF when cleaning
or working near the rear bumper to avoid
accidental opening.
. Do not sweep your foot side to side.
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. The vehicle battery is low. Lens Cleaning
. The transmission is not in P (Park).
. Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to Off
in vehicle settings. To view available
settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home
page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list
of available options and select “Comfort
and Convenience”.
. Power liftgate is turned off.
. The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours
or more, with no remote key use or
1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free Operation Keyless Access operation. To re-enable,
Detection Zone press any button on the remote key or
Clean the recessed lens using a soft, damp
open and close a vehicle door.
2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo cloth.
Detection Zone The projected logo will not work for a single
remote key when a key:
The projected logo shows where the kicking
motion is to take place. . Has been left within approximately 2 m
(6 ft) of the liftgate for several minutes.
The projected logo will only be available for . Has been left inside the vehicle and all
this remote key after it has been out of
vehicle doors are closed.
range for at least 20 seconds.
. Has approached the area outside of the
If an remote key is again detected within liftgate five times within 10 minutes.
approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the liftgate,
or another hands-free operation has been
detected, the one-minute timer will be reset.
The projected logo will not work under
these conditions:
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Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability
Action Hands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo
remote key entering projected logo Operative On for one minute
detection zone
remote key left inside projected logo Operative Off until remote key button press or a door is
detection zone for minimum of 10 minutes opened and closed
remote key brought in and out of projected Operative Off for one hour or until remote key button
logo detection zone five times or more within press or a door is opened and closed
10 minutes
Vehicle remains parked for more than Operative Off until remote key button press or a door is
72 hours opened and closed
Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off
Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off
Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off
Hands-free liftgate is disabled in vehicle Non-operative Off
settings
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Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the or the door is not unlocked by pressing K
hood, or the liftgate is open. on the remote key during the 10-second
This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.
Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.
however, they do not make the vehicle
impossible to steal. The alarm will also be activated if a
Arming the Alarm System
passenger door, the liftgate, or the hood is
Vehicle Alarm System 1. Close the liftgate and the hood. Turn off opened without first disarming the system.
the vehicle. When the alarm is activated, the turn
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways: signals flash and the horn sounds for about
. Use the remote key. 30 seconds. The alarm system will then
. Use the Keyless Access system. re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized
event.
. With a door open, press the
inside Q. Disarming the Alarm System
3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will To disarm the alarm system or turn off the
arm, and the indicator light will begin to alarm if it has been activated:
slowly flash indicating the alarm system . Press K on the remote key.
is operating. Pressing Q on the remote . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless
key a second time will bypass the Access system.
30-second delay and immediately arm
. Start the vehicle.
the alarm system.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
The indicator light, on the instrument panel
doors are locked with the key. . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have
near the windshield, indicates the status of
the system. left the vehicle and all doors are closed.
If the driver door is opened without first
. Always unlock a door with the remote
Off : Alarm system is disarmed. unlocking with the remote key, the horn will
chirp and the lights will flash to indicate key or use the Keyless Access system.
On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, Unlocking the driver door with the key will
delay to arm the system. not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
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How to Detect a Tamper Condition If the ignition mode will not change with
the other remote key or with a remote key
If K is pressed and the horn chirps and the in the remote key pocket, your vehicle
lights flash three times, the alarm was needs service. If the ignition does change
activated while the alarm system was modes, the first remote key may be faulty.
armed. See your dealer who can service the
If the alarm system has been activated, a theft-deterrent system and have a new
The security light, in the instrument cluster,
message will appear on the DIC. remote key programmed to the vehicle.
comes on if there is a problem with arming
or disarming the theft-deterrent system. It is possible for the immobilizer system to
Immobilizer learn new or replacement remote keys. Up
The system has one or more remote keys
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347. to eight remote keys can be programmed
matched to an immobilizer control unit in
for the vehicle. To program additional
Immobilizer Operation your vehicle. Only a correctly matched
remote keys, see “Programming Remote
remote key will start the vehicle. If the
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent Keys to the Vehicle” under Remote Key
remote key is ever damaged, you may not
system. Operation 0 7.
be able to start your vehicle.
The system does not have to be manually Do not leave the remote key or device that
When trying to start the vehicle, the
armed or disarmed. disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent
security light may come on briefly when the
system in the vehicle.
The vehicle is automatically immobilized ignition is turned on.
when the vehicle is turned off. If the engine does not start and the security
light stays on, there is a problem with the
Exterior Mirrors
The immobilization system is disarmed
when the ignition is on or in accessory system. Turn the ignition off and try again. Convex Mirrors
mode and a valid remote key is present in If the vehicle will not change ignition
the vehicle. modes, and the remote key appears to be { Warning
undamaged, try another remote key. Or,
you may try placing the remote key in the A convex mirror can make things, like
remote key pocket located in the center other vehicles, look farther away than
console. See Remote Key Operation 0 7. they really are. If you cut too sharply
(Continued)
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2. Press the arrows on the control pad to Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
Warning (Continued) move each mirror in the desired Reset the power folding mirrors if the
into the right lane, you could hit a direction. mirrors:
vehicle on the right. Check the inside
mirror or glance over your shoulder Folding Mirrors . Are accidentally obstructed while folding.
. Are accidentally manually folded/
before changing lanes. Manual Folding Mirrors unfolded.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. The mirrors can be folded inward toward . Do not stay in the unfolded position.
A convex mirror surface is curved so more the vehicle to prevent damage when going . Vibrate at normal driving speeds.
can be seen from the driver seat. through an automatic car wash. Push the
mirror outward to return it to the original Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using
Power Mirrors position. the mirror controls to reset them to their
normal position. A noise may be heard
Power Folding Mirrors during the resetting of the power folding
mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual
folding operation.
Remote Mirror Folding
If equipped, press and hold Q on the
remote key for approximately one second to
automatically fold the exterior mirrors. Press
and hold K on the remote key for
approximately one second to unfold. See
Remote Key Operation 0 7.
This feature is turned on or off through
To adjust a mirror: vehicle settings. To view available settings
for this feature, touch the Settings icon on
1. Press } or | to choose the driver or If equipped, press g to power fold the the infotainment home page. Select
passenger mirror. mirrors. Press again to unfold.
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“Vehicle” to display the list of available Reverse Tilt Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview
options and select “Comfort and
Convenience”. If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and Mirror
memory seats, the passenger and/or driver If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the
Memory Mirrors mirror tilts to a preselected position when glare of headlamps from behind. The
The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the dimming feature comes on when the vehicle
Memory Seats 0 40. curb to be seen when parallel parking. is started.
Lane Change Alert (LCA) The mirror(s) may move from their tilted
position when: Rear Camera Mirror
The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change
. The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) or If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
Alert (LCA) 0 240.
remains in R (Reverse) for about provides a wide angle camera view of the
Side Blind Zone Alert 30 seconds. area behind the vehicle.
The vehicle may have Side Blind Zone Alert. . The vehicle is turned off.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 240. . The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above
a set speed.
Heated Mirrors
To view available settings from the
K : Press to heat the mirrors. infotainment screen, touch Settings >
See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
Automatic Climate Control System 0 181.
Interior Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Mirror
The driver outside mirror automatically Interior Rearview Mirrors
adjusts for the glare of headlamps from Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
behind. of the area behind the vehicle.
Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the tab to turn it off. When off the mirror has
mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a
water. clear view of the area behind the vehicle
while the display is off.
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The adjustment options are:

. Tilt
Press @ to scroll through the adjustment
options. . Brightness

Press t and u to adjust the settings using

the indicators on the mirror. The indicators
will remain visible for five seconds after the
last button activation, and the settings will
remain saved.

. Zoom
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See your dealer for service if a blue screen . The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
{ Warning and 3 are displayed in the mirror, and been damaged, and/or the position or the
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as mounting angle of the camera has
limited view. Portions of the road, indicated to return to the automatic changed.
vehicles, and other objects may not be dimming mode.
seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle The Rear Camera Mirror may not work Windows
using only this camera. Objects may properly or display a clear image if:
appear closer than they are. Check the . There is glare from the sun or headlamps. { Warning
outside mirrors or glance over your This may obstruct objects from view. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
shoulder when making lane changes or If needed, push the tab to turn off the pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
merging. Failure to use proper care may display. windows closed in warm or hot weather.
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. . Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the They can be overcome by the extreme
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft heat and suffer permanent injuries or
Troubleshooting damp cloth, or if equipped, with the Rear even death from heat stroke.
Camera Washer. See Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 92.
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The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to
improve fuel economy performance. This
may result in a pulsing sound when one
window is down and the other three are up.
To reduce the sound, open another window
or the sunroof, if equipped.

Power Windows
{ Warning
Children could be seriously injured or
killed if caught in the path of a closing
window. Never leave the remote key in a The power windows work when the ignition With Power Folding Mirrors
vehicle with children. When there are is on, in accessory mode, or when Retained
children in the rear seat, use the window Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
lockout switch to prevent operation of Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 204.
the windows. See Keys 0 6. Using the window switch, press to open or
pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily disabled if
they are used repeatedly within a
short time.
Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear window switches
from working.
Without Power Folding Mirrors
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. Press 2 to engage the rear window Automatic Reversal System Override 3. Partially open the window to be
lockout feature. The indicator light is on programmed. Then close it and continue
when engaged. { Warning to pull the switch briefly after the
. Press 2 again to disengage.
window has fully closed.
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse 4. Open the window and continue to press
Window Express Movement the switch briefly after the window has
automatically. You or others could be
All windows can be opened without holding fully opened.
injured and the window could be
the window switch. Press the switch down damaged. Before using automatic reversal Remote Window Operation
fully and quickly release to express open the system override, make sure that all If equipped, this feature allows the windows
window. people and obstructions are clear of the to be opened and closed remotely.
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully window path. If enabled in vehicle settings, press and hold
and quickly release to express close the K on the remote key to open the windows
window. When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and or Q to close the windows. To view
Briefly press or pull the window switch in available settings for this feature, touch the
holding the window switch if conditions
the same direction to stop that window’s Settings icon on the infotainment home
prevent it from closing.
express movement. page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of
Programming the Power Windows available options and select “Remote Lock,
Window Automatic Reversal System Unlock, Start”.
Programming may be necessary if the
The express-close feature will reverse
vehicle battery has been disconnected or
window movement if it comes in contact
discharged. If the window is unable to
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
express-up, program each express-close
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window:
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed. 1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to
accessory mode.
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Sun Visors Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully press D
(1) to open the sunroof. The sunshade will
not automatically open with the sunroof.
Release to stop at the desired position. Fully
press g (1) to close the sunroof. Release
to stop at the desired position.
Tilt Switch
Vent Feature : Press E (3) to vent the
sunroof. Press again and hold to open the
sunroof. Release to stop at the desired
Pull the sun visor down to block glare. position. The sunshade will not open
Detach the sun visor from the center mount
to pivot to the side window and, 1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE) automatically. Press g (3) to
if equipped, extend along the rod. 2. Rear Power Sunshade Switch express-close the sunroof. Press again to
stop the movement.
3. Vent Switch (TILT)
Roof Slide Switch
The front sunshade can only be opened and
closed manually. The sunshade can be
Sunroof Express-Open/Express-Close : Press and opened by pushing up on the handle, and
release D (1) to express-open the sunroof. closed by pulling forward on the handle
If equipped, the ignition must be on or in The sunshade will not open automatically. until it latches. Do not try to close the
accessory mode, or Retained Accessory sunshade while the sunroof is fully opened
Power (RAP) must be active to operate the Press and release g (1) to express-close
the sunroof. or in the vent position.
sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 200 and
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 204. Sunroof Comfort Stop Position : This vehicle The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if
may be equipped with a comfort stop to the vehicle has an electrical failure.
prevent excessive wind noise. The sunroof
will stop approximately halfway open during
an express open. To fully open the sunroof,
press and release I (1) again.
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Rear Power Sunshade Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof
The rear sunshade is power operated. Press seal or in the track. This could cause an
issue with sunroof operation or noise.
and hold C (2) to open/close the sunshade. It could also plug the water drainage
The sunshade will stop when you release system. Periodically open the sunroof and
the button, or when it reaches the full open remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe
or closed position. the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using
Automatic Reversal System a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
remove grease from the sunroof.
The sunroof has an automatic reversal
system that is only active when the sunroof
is operated in express-close mode.
If an object is in the path while express
closing, the reversal system will detect an
object, stop, and open the sunroof again.
If frost or other conditions prevent closing,
override the feature by closing the sunroof
in manual mode. To stop movement, release
the switch.
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Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 58
Head Restraints
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 59 Front Seats
Head Restraints How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . 59
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 What Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
{ Warning
Front Seats With head restraints that are not
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped installed and adjusted properly, there is a
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 greater chance that occupants will suffer
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Adding Equipment to the a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not
Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 drive until the head restraints for all
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . 42 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 occupants are installed and adjusted
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a properly.
Rear Seats Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 The vehicle's front seats have adjustable
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Child Restraints head restraints in the outboard seating
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 positions.
Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Seat Belts Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . 49 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 54 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Belt in the Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Belt in the Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Adjust the head restraint so that the top of Rear Seats Always adjust the head restraint so that the
the restraint is at the same height as the top of the restraint is at the same height as
Second Row Seats
top of the occupant's head. This position the top of the occupant's head.
reduces the chance of a neck injury in a The vehicle’s second row seats have
The second row seat outboard head
crash. adjustable head restraints in the outboard
restraints are never intended to be removed.
seating positions.
The height of the head restraint can be Restraints with only a single push button
adjusted. The height of the head restraint can be located at the top of the seatback are not
adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise removable. While restraints with dual push
it. Try to move the head restraint to make buttons at the top of the seatback also
sure that it is locked in place. should not be removed, the following
instructions can be used to avoid damaging
the vehicle and to safely reinstall the
restraints before driving. Always reinstall the
restraints before driving the vehicle.

{ 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
To raise or lower the head restraint, press drive until the head restraints are
the button located on the side of the head
installed and adjusted properly.
restraint, and pull up or push the head
restraint down, and release the button. Pull To lower the head restraint, press the
button, located on the top of the seatback, To remove the head restraint:
and push on the head restraint after the
button is released to make sure that it is and push the head restraint down. Try to 1. Partially fold the seatback forward. See
locked in place. move the head restraint after the button is Rear Seats 0 43 for additional
released to make sure that it is locked in information.
The front seat outboard head restraints are
place.
not removable.
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To reinstall the head restraint: The third row outboard head restraints are
not removable.
The third row outboard head restraints are
designed to be folded.
The head restraint can be folded to allow for
better visibility when the rear seat is
unoccupied.
When folding the seatback down, the head
restraint will automatically fold out of the
way as the seat is folded down.
Return the lowered head restraint to the
2. Press both buttons on the head restraint upright position until it locks into place.
posts at the same time, and pull up on Push and pull on the head restraint to make
1. Insert the head restraint posts into the sure it is locked.
the head restraint.
holes in the top of the seatback. The
3. Store the head restraint in a secure notches on the posts must face the When an occupant is in the seat, always
place. driver side of the vehicle. return the head restraint to the upright
2. Push the head restraint down. position. Pull the head restraint up and push
it rearward until it locks into place. Push and
If necessary, press the height adjustment pull on the head restraint to make sure that
release button to further lower the head it is locked.
restraint. See Rear Seats 0 43.
3. Try to move the head restraint to make
sure that it is locked in place.
Third Row Seats
The vehicle’s third row seats have head
restraints in the outboard seating positions
that cannot be adjusted up or down.
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Front Seats Reclining Seatbacks
Power Seat Adjustment { Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when the
{ Warning vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
You can lose control of the vehicle if you Even when buckled up, the seat belts
try to adjust a driver seat while the cannot do their job.
vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat The shoulder belt will not be against
only when the vehicle is not moving. your body. Instead, it will be in front of
you. In a crash, you could go into it,
receiving neck or other injuries.
{ Warning To adjust the seat:
The power seats will work with the The lap belt could go up over your
. Move the seat forward or rearward by abdomen. The belt forces would be there,
ignition off. Children could operate the sliding the control forward or rearward.
power seats and be injured. Never leave not at your pelvic bones. This could cause
. Raise or lower the front part of the seat serious internal injuries.
children alone in the vehicle.
cushion by moving the front of the
control up or down. For proper protection when the vehicle is
. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving
in motion, have the seatback upright.
Then sit well back in the seat and wear
the rear of the control up or down.
the seat belt properly.
To adjust the seatback, see Reclining
Seatbacks 0 38.
To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar
Adjustment 0 39.
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. Tilt the top of the control forward to
raise.

Lumbar Adjustment

Do not have a seatback reclined if the If equipped, press the massage button to
vehicle is moving. use the massage feature. To stop massage,
press this button again.
The massage feature will turn off after
Four-Way Shown, Two-Way Similar
approximately 10 minutes. Press the
To adjust the lumbar support, if equipped: massage button to restart the massage
. Press and hold the front or rear of the feature.
control to increase or decrease lumbar
support.
. If equipped, press and hold the top or
bottom of the control to raise or lower
lumbar support.

Massage
. Tilt the top of the control rearward to
If equipped, the ignition must be on to use
recline. the massage feature.
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Memory Seats section. The memory recalls may be 3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or
cancelled at any time during the recall. See remote key. The DIC welcome message
“Cancel Memory Seating Recalls” later in this should display the driver number of the
section. initial remote key.
Identifying Driver Number Saving Seating Positions
The vehicle identifies the current driver by Read these instructions completely before
their remote key number 1–8. The current saving memory positions.
remote key number may be identified by To save preferred driving positions to
Driver Information Center (DIC) welcome 1 and 2:
message, “You are driver x for memory
recalls.” This message is displayed the first 1. Turn the vehicle on or to accessory
few times the vehicle is turned on when a mode. A DIC welcome message may
different remote key is used. For Seat Entry indicate the driver number of the current
Memory to work properly, save positions to remote key. See “Identifying Driver
Overview the 1 or 2 memory button matching the Number” previously in this section.
If equipped, the memory seat feature allows driver number of this welcome message. To 2. Adjust all available memory features to
drivers to save their unique driving positions aid in identifying remote key IDs, it is the desired driving position.
and a shared exit position. See “Saving recommended to only carry one remote key 3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound.
Seating Positions” later in this section. The when entering the vehicle. Perform the
following if the welcome message is not 4. Immediately upon releasing SET, press
saved positions can be recalled manually by
displayed: and hold memory button 1 or 2 matching
all drivers, see “Manually Recalling Seating
the current remote key number until two
Positions” later in this section, and drivers 1. Move all keys and remote keys away beeps sound. If too much time passes
with remote key 1 and 2 can also recall from the vehicle. between releasing SET and pressing 1 or
them automatically. See “Auto Seat Entry
2. Start the vehicle with another remote 2, the two beeps will not sound
Memory Recall” or “Auto Seat Exit Memory
key. A DIC welcome message should indicating memory position were not
Recall” later in this section. To enable
display indicating the driver number of saved. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to try again.
automatic recalls, turn on Seat Entry
the other remote key. Turn the vehicle 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other remote
Memory and/or Seat Exit Memory. See
off and remove the other key or remote key 1 or 2 using the other 1 or 2 memory
“Enabling Automatic Recalls” later in this
key from the vehicle. button.
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It is recommended to save the preferred Vehicle > Seating Position > Seat Exit they were saved to. Try the other remote
driving positions to both 1 and 2 if you are Memory > ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Exit key or try saving the positions to the other
the only driver. Memory Recall” later in this section. 1 or 2 memory button. See “Saving Seating
To save the common exit seating position to Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall Positions” previously in this section.
B that is used by all drivers for Manually Seat Entry Memory will automatically begin Automatic Seat Entry Memory recalls are
Recalling Seating Positions and Auto Seat movement to the seating positions of the 1 only available for remote key numbers 1 and
Exit Memory Recall features, repeat Steps 1– or 2 button corresponding to remote key 2. Remote keys 3–8 will not provide Seat
4 using B, the exit button. number 1 or 2 detected by the vehicle when: Entry Memory recalls.

Manually Recalling Seating Positions . The vehicle is turned ON. Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall
. Seating positions have been previously Seat Exit Memory will begin movement to
Press and hold 1, 2, or B button until the saved to the same 1 or 2 button. See the seating position of the B
recall is complete, to recall the positions “Saving Seating Positions” previously in
previously saved to that button. button when:
this section. . The vehicle is turned off and the driver
Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2 or . Seat Entry Memory is enabled. See door is open or opened within a
B buttons may be initiated and will “Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in short time.
complete to the saved memory position if this section. . A seating position has been previously
the vehicle is in or out of P (Park). . The vehicle is in P (Park).
been saved to the B memory button.
Enabling Automatic Recalls Seat Entry Memory Recall will continue if See “Saving Seating Positions” previously
. Seat Entry Memory moves the driver seat the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior to in this section.
to the selected 1 or 2 position when the reaching the saved memory position. . Seat Exit Memory is enabled. See
vehicle is started. Select Settings > Vehicle If the saved memory seat position does not “Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in
> Seating Position > Seat Entry Memory > automatically recall, verify the recall is this section.
ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Entry Memory enabled. See “Enabling Automatic Recalls” . The vehicle is in P (Park).
Recall” later in this section. previously in this section.
. Seat Exit Memory moves the driver seat Seat Exit Memory recall will continue if the
If the memory seat recalls to the wrong vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior to
to the preferred exit position of the B position, remote key number 1 or 2 may not reaching the saved memory position.
button when the vehicle is turned off and match the memory button number positions
the door is opened. Select Settings >
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Seat Exit Memory is not linked to the Heated and Ventilated Front
remote key. The seating position saved to
Seats
B is used for all drivers.
Cancel Memory Seating Recalls { Warning
. During any memory recall: If temperature change or pain to the skin
Press a power seat control cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
Press SET memory button burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use
. During Manual memory recall: care when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of time. Do
Release 1, 2, or B memory button not place anything on the seat that
. During Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall: insulates against heat, such as a blanket,
Turn vehicle off cushion, cover, or similar item. This may Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown,
cause the seat heater to overheat. An Heated Seat Buttons Similar
Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
. During Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall: If equipped, the buttons are near the
or may damage the seat.
Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons climate controls on the center stack. To
operate, the engine must be running.
Obstructions
Press M or L to heat the driver or
If something has blocked the seat while passenger seatback and cushion.
recalling a memory position, the recall may
stop. Remove the obstruction and try the Press C or {, if available, to ventilate the
recall again. If the memory position still driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat
does not recall, see your dealer. has a fan that pulls or pushes air through
the seat. The air is not cooled.
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When this feature is off, the heated and unoccupied, the auto heated or ventilated Rear Seats
ventilated seat symbols on the buttons are seats feature will not activate that seat. To
white. When a heated seat is turned on, the enable or disable auto heated or ventilated Rear Seat Reminder
symbol turns red. When a ventilated seat is seats, select Settings > Vehicle > Climate
turned on, the symbol turns blue. and Air Quality > Auto Cooled or Auto If equipped, the message REAR SEAT
Heated Seats > ON or OFF. REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays
Press the button once for the highest under certain conditions indicating there
setting. With each press of the button, the Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats may be an item or passenger in the rear
seat will change to the next lower setting, During a remote start, the heated or seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.
and then to the off setting. The indicator ventilated seats, if equipped, can be turned
lights next to the buttons indicate three for This feature will activate when a second row
on automatically. When it is cold outside, door is opened while the vehicle is on or up
the highest setting and one for the lowest. the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot
If the heated seats are on high, the level to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned
outside the ventilated seats turn on. The on. There will be an alert when the vehicle
may automatically be lowered after heated or ventilated seats may be canceled
approximately 30 minutes. is turned off. The alert does not directly
when the vehicle is turned on. Press the detect objects in the rear seat; instead,
The passenger seat may take longer to heated or ventilated seat button to use the under certain conditions, it detects when a
heat up. heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle rear door is opened and closed, indicating
Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats is started. that there may be something in the
The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights rear seat.
When the vehicle is on, this feature will
automatically activate the heated or do not turn on during a remote start. The feature is active only once each time
ventilated seats at the level required by the The temperature performance of an the vehicle is turned on and off, and will
vehicle’s interior temperature. unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is require reactivation by opening and closing
normal. the second row doors. There may be an
The active high, medium, low, or off heated alert even when there is nothing in the rear
or ventilated seat level will be indicated by To enable or disable remote start heated or seat; for example, if a child entered the
the manual heated or ventilated seat ventilated seats, select Settings > Vehicle > vehicle through the rear door and left the
buttons on the center stack. Use the manual Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote vehicle without the vehicle being shut off.
heated or ventilated seat buttons on the Start Auto Heat Seats or Remote Start Auto
center stack to turn auto heated or Cool Seats > ON or OFF. See Remote Vehicle
ventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is Start 0 14.
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The feature can be turned on or off. Select Entering and Exiting the Third Row To access the third row from the
Settings > Vehicle > Rear Seat Reminder > passenger side:
ON or OFF. { Warning The second row passenger side seat can be
Rear Seat Adjustment Using the third row seating position easily moved for third row entry or exit
while the second row is folded could with a forward-facing child restraint installed
The second row seats slide forward for using the LATCH system. Remove a
more room. cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be
sure to return the seat to the passenger rear-facing child restraint before moving the
seating position. Push and pull on the seat for third row entry or exit.
seat to make sure it is locked into place.
{ Warning
Remove the child from the child restraint
{ Warning before moving the seat forward for third
If the seatback and seat base are not row entry or exit. Failure to do so may
locked, the seat could move forward in a result in injury to the child.
sudden stop or crash and injure the
1. Remove objects on the floor in front of
occupant. Always push and pull on the
or under the second row seat, or in the
seatbacks to be sure the seatback and
seat tracks on the floor.
seat base are locked.
To adjust the seat position:
1. Remove objects on the floor in front of { Warning
or on the second row seat, or in the seat Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
tracks on the floor.
still fastened may cause damage to the
2. Lift the lever below the seat cushion and seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
slide the seat forward or backward. the seat belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before folding a
rear seat.
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4. Check that the seat belt is not under the Folding the Seatbacks
seat cushion.
Reclining the Seatbacks
To recline the seatbacks:

2. Pull the handle on the side of the seat

forward and pull the seat forward.
To fold the second row seatbacks:
Returning the Seat to the Seating 1. Remove anything on or under the seat.
Position
2. Pull up on the reclining seatback handle.
To return the second row seat to its normal 1. Leaning rearward in the seat, pull the The seatback will move forward and fold
seating position: reclining seatback handle. flat on top of the cushion. Do not place
1. Remove objects on the floor behind or anything on the seat during this
2. Move the seatback to the desired
under the second row seat or in the seat operation.
position, and then release the handle to
tracks on the floor. lock the seatback in place. To return the seatback to the seating
2. Push on the seatback until the seat is 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make position, lift the seatback and push it
locked into place. sure it is locked. rearward until it locks into place. Push and
3. Push and pull on the seatback and seat pull on the seatback to make sure it is
cushion to make sure they are locked in locked.
place.
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Heated Rear Seats This feature turns on at the highest setting. Third Row Seats
With each press of the button, the heated
seat changes to the next lower setting, and
{ Warning then the off setting. Three lights indicate
{ Warning
If temperature change or pain to the skin the highest setting, and one light indicates Using the third row seating position
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, while the second row is folded, or pushed
burns. See the Warning under Heated the level may automatically be lowered forward in the entry position, could cause
and Ventilated Front Seats 0 42. after approximately 30 minutes. injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure
Remote Start Heated Seats to return the seat to the passenger
seating position. Push and pull on the
If equipped, the heated seats will turn on seat to make sure it is locked into place.
automatically during a remote start if it is
cold outside. The heated seat indicators may Folding the Seatback
come on during this operation. The heated
seats may cancel when the vehicle is
started. These features can be manually { Warning
selected with the heated seat buttons after Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
the vehicle is turned on. still fastened may cause damage to the
The temperature performance of an seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is the seat belts and return them to their
normal. To enable or disable remote start normal stowed position before folding a
heated seats, select Settings > Vehicle > rear seat.
If available, the buttons are on the rear of
the center console. Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote
Start Auto Heat Seats > ON or OFF. See To fold the third row seatback:
With the engine running, press M or L to Remote Vehicle Start 0 14. 1. Remove objects on the floor in front of
heat the left or right outboard seat cushion. or on the second row seat, or in the seat
An indicator on the climate control display tracks on the floor.
appears when this feature is on. 2. If the second row seat is in the full rear
position, adjust it forward to allow the
third row seat to fold fully flat.
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3. Remove anything on or under the seat. 7. Push the seatback forward to 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 upright position using
the pull strap on the back of the third
row seat, or lift the seatback and push it
5. Stow the mini-latch in the holder in the into place from inside the vehicle.
headliner.
4. Disconnect the center seat belt
mini-latch, using a key in the slot on the { Warning
mini-buckle, and let the belt retract into If either seatback is not locked, it could
the headliner. move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
That could cause injury to the person
sitting there. Always push and pull on
the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make

sure it is locked in place.

6. Pull the release strap located on the

seatback.
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Power Seatback Folding
{ Warning { Warning
A seat belt that is improperly routed, not Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt
properly attached, or twisted will not cannot be worn properly. In a crash,
provide the protection needed in a crash. if you or your passenger(s) are not
The person wearing the belt could be wearing seat belts, injuries can be much
seriously injured. After raising the rear worse than if you are wearing seat belts.
seatback, always check to be sure that You can be seriously injured or killed by
the seat belts are properly routed and hitting things inside the vehicle harder or
attached, and are not twisted. by being ejected from the vehicle. In
addition, anyone who is not buckled up
3. Reconnect the center seat belt mini-latch can strike other passengers in the vehicle.
to the mini-buckle. Do not let it twist.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
4. Pull on the seat belt to be sure the cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
mini-latch is secure. If equipped, the third row seatbacks can also
be folded forward and returned to the In a collision, passengers riding in these
upright position by pressing and holding the areas are more likely to be seriously
switches on the passenger side of the rear injured or killed. Do not allow passengers
cargo area. to ride in any area of the vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Seat Belts Always wear a seat belt, and check that
This section describes how to use seat belts all passenger(s) are restrained
properly, and some things not to do. properly too.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to

buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt
Reminders 0 105.
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Why Seat Belts Work Questions and Answers About Seat Belts Infants and Young Children 0 66. Review
and follow the rules for children in addition
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a
to the following rules.
crash if I am wearing a seat belt?
It is very important for all occupants to
A: You could be — whether you are
buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted
wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance
people are hurt more often in crashes than
of being conscious during and after a
those who are wearing seat belts.
crash, so you can unbuckle and get out,
is much greater if you are belted. There are important things to know about
wearing a seat belt properly.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I
have to wear seat belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only.
They work with seat belts — not instead
of them. Whether or not an airbag is
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast provided, all occupants still have to
as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops buckle up to get the most protection.
suddenly, you keep going until something
stops you. It could be the windshield, the Also, in nearly all states and in all
instrument panel, or the seat belts! Canadian provinces, the law requires
wearing seat belts.
When you wear a seat belt, you and the
vehicle slow down together. There is more How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
time to stop because you stop over a longer
distance and, when worn properly, your Follow these rules for everyone's protection. . Sit up straight and always keep your feet
strongest bones take the forces from the There are additional things to know about on the floor in front of you (if possible).
seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts seat belts and children, including smaller . Wear the lap part of the belt low and
makes such good sense. children and infants. If a child will be riding snug on the hips, just touching the
in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 65 or thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the
strong pelvic bones and you would be
less likely to slide under the lap belt.
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If you slid under it, the belt would apply
force on your abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.
. Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder
and across the chest. These parts of the
body are best able to take belt
restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks
if there is a sudden stop or crash.

{ Warning
You can be seriously injured, or even
killed, by not wearing your seat belt
properly. Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to Never wear the shoulder belt under both
become loose or twisted. arms or behind your back.

Always use the correct buckle for your

seating position.
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{ Warning
You can be seriously injured or killed if
the shoulder belt is worn behind your
back, under your legs, or wrapped around
your neck. The shoulder belt can tighten
but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The
shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all
the way out of the retractor. It unlocks
when the shoulder belt is allowed to go
all the way back into the retractor, but it
cannot do this if it is wrapped around
Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an you. You may have to cut the seat belt if 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
armrest. it is locked and tightened around you. across you. Do not let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you
{ Warning Lap-Shoulder Belt pull the belt across you very quickly.
The seat belt can be pinched if it is All seating positions in the vehicle have a If this happens, let the belt go back
routed under plastic trim on the seat, lap-shoulder belt. slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt
such as trim around the rear seatback across you more slowly.
If you are using a rear seating position with If the shoulder portion of a passenger
folding handle or side airbag. In a crash,
a detachable seat belt and the seat belt is belt is pulled out all the way, the child
pinched seat belts might not provide not attached, see Third Row Seats 0 46 for
adequate protection. Never allow seat restraint locking feature may be
instructions on reconnecting the seat belt to engaged. See Child Restraint Systems
belts to be routed under plastic trim the mini-buckle.
pieces. 0 68. If this occurs, let the belt go back
The following instructions explain how to all the way and start again. If the
wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. locking feature stays engaged after
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, letting the belt go back to stowed
so you can sit up straight. To see how,
see “Seats” in the Index.
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position on the seat, move the seat
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
Engaging the child restraint locking
feature in the front outboard seating
position may affect the passenger
sensing system. See Passenger Sensing
System 0 60.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on
it clicks. the shoulder belt.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure
it is secure. If the belt is not long
enough, see Seat Belt Extender 0 54.
Position the release pushbutton on the
buckle so that the seat belt could be
quickly unbuckled if necessary.
If the webbing locks in the latch plate If equipped with a shoulder belt height
before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch adjuster, move it to the height that is
plate flat to unlock. right for you. See "Shoulder Belt Height
Adjuster" later in this section for
instructions on use and important safety
information.
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To unlatch the belt, push the release met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help
pushbutton on the buckle. The belt should tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a
return to its stowed position. rollover event.
Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat Pretensioners work only once. If the
belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed pretensioners activate in a crash, the
position, the retractor may lock and cannot pretensioners and probably other parts of
be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat the vehicle seat belt system will need to be
belt straight out firmly to unlock the replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System
webbing, and then release it. If the webbing Parts after a Crash 0 55.
is still locked in the retractor, see your Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while
dealer. entering or exiting the vehicle or at any
Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the
is out of the way. If a door is slammed Press and hold the release button while seat belt can damage the webbing and
against a seat belt, damage can occur to raising or lowering the height adjuster to hardware.
both the seat belt and the vehicle. the desired position.
Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster After the height adjuster is set to the
desired position, try to move it down Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide
The vehicle has a shoulder belt height without pressing the release button to make added seat belt comfort for older children
adjuster for the driver and front outboard sure it has locked into position. who have outgrown booster seats and for
passenger seating positions. some adults. When installed on a shoulder
Seat Belt Pretensioners belt, the comfort guide positions the
Adjust the height so that the shoulder
portion of the belt is on the shoulder and This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for shoulder belt away from the neck and head.
not falling off of it. The belt should be close the front outboard occupants. Although the Comfort guides are available through your
to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they dealer for the rear outboard seating
shoulder belt height adjustment could are part of the seat belt assembly. They can positions. Instructions are included with the
reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a help tighten the seat belts during the early guides.
crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near
0 49. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner activation are
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Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy Seat Belt Extender Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under
impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
Seat belts work for everyone, including If the vehicle seat belt will fasten around have it replaced immediately. If a belt is
pregnant women. Like all occupants, they you, you should use it. twisted, it may be possible to untwist by
are more likely to be seriously injured if But if a seat belt is not long enough, your reversing the latch plate on the webbing.
they do not wear seat belts. dealer will order you an extender. Only a If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your
GM dealer issued extender should be used. dealer to fix it.
When you go in to order it, take the Make sure the seat belt reminder light is
heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 105.
will be long enough for you. To help avoid
personal injury, do not let someone else use Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt
it, and use it only for the seat it is made to Care 0 54.
fit. The extender has been designed for
adults. Never use it for securing child
Seat Belt Care
restraints. For more information on the Keep belts clean and dry.
proper use and fit of seat belt extenders see
Seat belts should be properly cared for and
the instruction sheet that comes with the
maintained.
extender.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and
A pregnant woman should wear a Safety System Check free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be
Periodically check the seat belt reminder,
be worn as low as possible, below the lightly cleaned with mild soap and water.
seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
rounding, throughout the pregnancy. Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris
shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped),
The best way to protect the fetus is to and seat belt anchorages to make sure they in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in
protect the mother. When a seat belt is are all in working order. Look for any other the system please see the dealer. Parts may
worn properly, it is more likely that the loose or damaged seat belt system parts need to be replaced to ensure proper
fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For that might keep a seat belt system from functionality of the system.
pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to performing properly. See your dealer to
making seat belts effective is wearing them have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted
properly. seat belts may not protect you in a crash.
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crash may have been stressed or damaged. . A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard
{ Warning See your dealer to have the seat belt passenger and the second and third row
Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. assemblies inspected or replaced. passengers seated directly behind the
It may severely weaken the webbing. In front outboard passenger
New parts and repairs may be necessary
a crash, they might not be able to even if the seat belt system was not being All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on
provide adequate protection. Clean and used at the time of the crash. the trim or on a label near the deployment
rinse seat belt webbing only with mild opening.
Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if
soap and lukewarm water. Allow the the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on
webbing to dry. airbag readiness light stays on after you the center of the steering wheel for the
start the vehicle or while you are driving. driver and on the instrument panel for the
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105. front outboard passenger.
after a Crash For the front center airbag, the word AIRBAG
Airbag System is on the inboard side of the driver seatback.
{ Warning The vehicle has the following airbags: For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the
A crash can damage the seat belt system . A frontal airbag for the driver word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback
in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt . A frontal airbag for the front outboard
or side of the seat closest to the door.
system may not properly protect the passenger For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on
person using it, resulting in serious injury the ceiling or trim.
. A front center airbag for the driver and
or even death in a crash. To help make
front outboard passenger Airbags are designed to supplement the
sure the seat belt systems are working
. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the protection provided by seat belts. Even
properly after a crash, have them
driver though today's airbags are also designed to
inspected and any necessary
. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the help reduce the risk of injury from the force
replacements made as soon as possible. of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
front outboard passenger
. A roof-rail airbag for the driver and for very quickly to do their job.
After a minor crash, replacement of seat
belts may not be necessary. But the seat the second and third row passengers Here are the most important things to know
belt assemblies that were used during any seated directly behind the driver about the airbag system:
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{ Warning Warning (Continued) { Warning

You can be severely injured or killed in a unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you Children who are up against, or very
crash if you are not wearing your seat would be if sitting on the edge of the close to, any airbag when it inflates can
belt, even with airbags. Airbags are seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help be seriously injured or killed. Always
designed to work with seat belts, not keep you in position before and during a secure children properly in the vehicle. To
replace them. Also, airbags are not crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with read how, see Older Children 0 65 or
designed to inflate in every crash. In airbags. The driver should sit as far back Infants and Young Children 0 66.
some crashes seat belts are the only as possible while still maintaining control
restraint. See When Should an Airbag of the vehicle. The seat belts and the
Inflate? 0 58. front outboard passenger airbags are
Wearing your seat belt during a crash most effective when you are sitting well
helps reduce your chance of hitting back and upright in the seat with both
things inside the vehicle or being ejected feet on the floor.
from it. Airbags are “supplemental Occupants should not lean on or sleep
restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in against the front center armrest or There is an airbag readiness light on the
instrument cluster, which shows the airbag
the vehicle should wear a seat belt console in vehicles with a front center
symbol.
properly, whether or not there is an airbag.
airbag for that person. The system checks the airbag electrical
Occupants should not lean on or sleep system for malfunctions. The light tells you
against the door or side windows in if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag
seating positions with seat-mounted side
{ Warning impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.
Readiness Light 0 105.
Because airbags inflate with great force
and faster than the blink of an eye,
anyone who is up against, or very close
to any airbag when it inflates can be
seriously injured or killed. Do not sit
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Where Are the Airbags? The driver and front outboard passenger
seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the
side of the seatbacks closest to the door.

The front center airbag is in the inboard side

of the driver seatback.
The driver frontal airbag is in the center of
the steering wheel. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
The front outboard passenger frontal airbag
is in the passenger side instrument panel. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front
outboard passenger, and second and third
row outboard 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
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar that person causing severe injury or even
death. The path of an inflating airbag
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determine the severity of the impact. The front center airbag is designed to inflate
Warning (Continued) Deployment thresholds can vary with in moderate to severe side crashes
must be kept clear. Do not put anything specific vehicle design. depending upon the location of the impact,
between an occupant and an airbag, and Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in when either side of the vehicle is struck. In
do not attach or put anything on the moderate to severe frontal crashes to help addition, the front center airbag is designed
steering wheel hub or on or near any reduce the potential for severe injuries, to inflate when the sensing system predicts
other airbag covering. mainly to the driver's or front outboard that the vehicle is about to roll over on its
passenger's head and chest. side. The front center airbag is not designed
Do not use seat or console accessories to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal
that block the inflation path of a Whether the frontal airbags will or should impacts, or rear impacts.
seat-mounted side impact airbag or the inflate is not based primarily on how fast
the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what Seat-mounted side impact airbags are
front center airbag. designed to inflate in moderate to severe
is hit, the direction of the impact, and how
Never secure anything to the roof of a quickly the vehicle slows down. side crashes depending on the location of
vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a the impact. These airbags may also inflate
rope or tie-down through any door or Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash in some moderate to severe frontal impacts.
window opening. If you do, the path of speeds depending on whether the vehicle Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not
hits an object straight on or at an angle, designed to inflate in rollovers or rear
an inflating roof-rail airbag will be
and whether the object is fixed or moving, impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag
blocked. rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. is designed to inflate on the side of the
Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate vehicle that is struck.
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in
This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See or in many side impacts. moderate to severe side crashes depending
Airbag System 0 55. Airbags are designed to on the location of the impact. In addition,
inflate if the impact exceeds the specific In addition, the vehicle has advanced
technology frontal airbags. Advanced these roof-rail airbags may inflate during a
airbag system's deployment threshold. rollover or in a severe frontal impact.
Deployment thresholds are used to predict technology frontal airbags adjust the
restraint according to either crash severity Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate
how severe a crash is likely to be in time in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags may
for the airbags to inflate and help restrain or occupant interaction.
inflate when either side of the vehicle is
the occupants. The vehicle has electronic
sensors that help the airbag system
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struck or if the sensing system predicts that Airbags supplement the protection provided least partially inflated for some time after
the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, by seat belts by distributing the force of the they inflate. Some components of the airbag
or in a severe frontal impact. impact more evenly over the module may be hot for several minutes. For
In any particular crash, no one can say occupant's body. location of the airbags, see Where Are the
whether an airbag should have inflated Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are Airbags? 0 57.
simply because of the vehicle damage or designed to help contain the head and chest The parts of the airbag that come into
repair costs. of occupants in the outboard seating contact with you may be warm, but not too
positions in the first, second, and third rows. hot to touch. There may be some smoke
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are and dust coming from the vents in the
In a deployment event, the sensing system designed to help reduce the risk of full or deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not
sends an electrical signal triggering a release partial ejection in rollover events, although prevent people from leaving the vehicle.
of gas from the inflator. Gas from the no system can prevent all such ejections.
inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to But airbags would not help in many types { Warning
break out of the cover. The inflator, the of collisions, primarily because the When an airbag inflates, there may be
airbag, and related hardware are all part of occupant's motion is not toward those dust in the air. This dust could cause
the airbag module. airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? breathing problems for people with a
For airbag locations, see Where Are the 0 58. history of asthma or other breathing
Airbags? 0 57. Airbags should never be regarded as trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the
anything more than a supplement to seat vehicle should get out as soon as it is
How Does an Airbag Restrain? belts. safe to do so. If you have breathing
In moderate to severe frontal collisions, even problems but cannot get out of the
belted occupants can contact the steering What Will You See after an vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get
wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate Airbag Inflates? fresh air by opening a window or a door.
to severe side collisions, even belted After frontal and seat-mounted side impact If you experience breathing problems
occupants can contact the inside of the airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so following an airbag deployment, you
vehicle. quickly that some people may not even should seek medical attention.
realize the airbags inflated. The front center
airbag and roof-rail airbags may still be at
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The vehicle has a feature that may
Warning (Continued) Passenger Sensing System
automatically unlock the doors, turn on the
interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, Use caution if you should attempt to The vehicle has a passenger sensing system
and shut off the fuel system after the for the front outboard passenger position.
restart the engine after a crash has
airbags inflate. The feature may also The passenger airbag status indicator will
occurred.
activate, without airbag inflation, after an light on the overhead console when the
event that exceeds a predetermined vehicle is started.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate
threshold. After turning the vehicle off and the airbag, windshields are broken by
then on again, the fuel system will return to vehicle deformation. Additional windshield
normal operation; the doors can be locked, breakage may also occur from the front
the interior lamps can be turned off, and outboard passenger airbag.
the hazard warning flashers can be turned . Airbags are designed to inflate only once.
off using the controls for those features. After an airbag inflates, you will need
If any of these systems are damaged in the some new parts for the airbag system.
crash they may not operate as normal. If you do not get them, the airbag The words ON and OFF, and the symbols for
system will not be there to help protect on and off, will be visible during the system
{ Warning you in another crash. A new system will check. When the system check is complete,
include airbag modules and possibly other either the word ON or OFF, and the symbol
A crash severe enough to inflate the
parts. The service manual for the vehicle for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger
airbags may have also damaged Airbag Status Indicator 0 106.
important functions in the vehicle, such covers the need to replace other parts.
as the fuel system, brake and steering . The vehicle has a crash sensing and The passenger sensing system turns off the
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears diagnostic module which records front outboard passenger frontal airbag
to be drivable after a moderate crash, information after a crash. See Vehicle under certain conditions. No other airbag is
there may be concealed damage that Data Recording and Privacy 0 348 and affected by the passenger sensing system.
could make it difficult to safely operate Event Data Recorders 0 349. The passenger sensing system works with
the vehicle. . Let only qualified technicians work on the sensors that are part of the front outboard
(Continued) airbag system. Improper service can mean passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors
that an airbag system will not work are designed to detect the presence of a
properly. See your dealer for service.
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properly seated occupant and determine if . There is a critical problem with the airbag
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag Warning (Continued) system or the passenger sensing system.
should be allowed to inflate or not. Even if the passenger sensing system has When the passenger sensing system has
According to accident statistics, children are turned off the passenger frontal airbag, turned off the front outboard passenger
safer when properly secured in a rear seat no system is fail-safe. No one can frontal airbag, the OFF indicator will light
in the correct child restraint for their weight guarantee that an airbag will not deploy and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is
and size. under some unusual circumstance, even off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
though the airbag is turned off. 0 106.
Whenever possible, children aged 12 and
under should be secured in a rear seating Never put a rear-facing child restraint in The passenger sensing system is designed to
position. the front seat, even if the airbag is off. turn on the front outboard passenger frontal
If securing a forward-facing child restraint airbag anytime the system senses that a
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the
in the front outboard passenger seat, person of adult size is sitting properly in the
front. This is because the risk to the
always move the seat as far back as it front outboard passenger seat.
rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag
inflates. will go. It is better to secure child When the passenger sensing system has
restraints in the rear seat. Consider using allowed the airbag to be enabled, the ON
{ Warning another vehicle to transport the child indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder
when a rear seat is not available. that the airbag is active.
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the For some children, including children in child
The passenger sensing system is designed to restraints, and for very small adults, the
passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is turn off the front outboard passenger
because the back of the rear-facing child passenger sensing system may or may not
frontal airbag if: turn off the front outboard passenger
restraint would be very close to the . The front outboard passenger seat is
inflating airbag. A child in a frontal airbag, depending upon the person's
unoccupied. seating posture and body build. Everyone in
forward-facing child restraint can be
. The system determines an infant is the vehicle who has outgrown child
seriously injured or killed if the passenger restraints should wear a seat belt
present in a child restraint.
frontal airbag inflates and the passenger properly — whether or not there is an
. A front outboard passenger takes his/her
seat is in a forward position. airbag for that person.
(Continued) weight off of the seat for a period
of time.
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4. Reinstall the child restraint following The passenger sensing system may or may
{ Warning the directions provided by the child not turn off the airbag for a child in a child
If the airbag readiness light ever comes restraint manufacturer and refer to restraint depending upon the child’s size.
on and stays on, it means that Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat It is better to secure the child restraint in a
something may be wrong with the airbag Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 79 or rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child
system. To help avoid injury to yourself Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat restraint in the front seat, even if the ON
or others, have the vehicle serviced right Belt in the Front Seat) 0 81. indicator is not lit.
away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105 Make sure the seat belt retractor is If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
for more information, including important locked by pulling the shoulder belt all
Adult-Sized Occupant
safety information. the way out of the retractor when
installing the child restraint, even if the
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child child restraint is equipped with a seat
Restraint belt lock off. When the retractor lock is
set, the belt can be tightened but not
The passenger sensing system is designed to pulled out of the retractor.
turn off the front outboard passenger 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint
frontal airbag if the system determines that and restarting the vehicle, the ON
an infant is present in a child restraint. If a indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off.
child restraint has been installed and the ON Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback
indicator is lit: and adjust the seat cushion,
1. Turn the vehicle off. if adjustable, to make sure that the
2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child
vehicle. restraint into the seat cushion.
If a person of adult size is sitting in the
3. Remove any additional items from the Also make sure the child restraint is not front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF
seat such as blankets, cushions, seat trapped under the vehicle head restraint. indicator is lit, it could be because that
covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. person is not sitting properly in the seat or
See Head Restraints 0 35. that the child restraint locking feature is
6. Restart the vehicle.
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engaged. Use the following steps to allow approved by GM for your specific vehicle.
the system to detect that person and enable { Warning See Adding Equipment to the
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag: If the front outboard passenger airbag is Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 64 for more
1. Turn the vehicle off. turned off for an adult-sized occupant, information about modifications that can
the airbag will not be able to inflate and affect how the system operates.
2. Remove any additional material from the
seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat help protect that person in a crash, The ON indicator may be lit if an object,
covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. resulting in an increased risk of serious such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag,
3. Place the seatback in the fully upright injury or even death. An adult-sized laptop, or other electronic device, is put on
position. occupant should not ride in the front an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired,
outboard passenger seat, if the passenger remove the object from the seat.
4. Have the person sit upright in the seat,
airbag OFF indicator is lit.
centered on the seat cushion, with legs
comfortably extended.
{ Warning
Additional Factors Affecting System Stowing articles under the passenger seat
5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is Operation
pulled out all the way, the child restraint or between the passenger seat cushion
locking feature will be engaged. This Seat belts help keep the passenger in and seatback may interfere with the
may unintentionally cause the passenger position on the seat during vehicle proper operation of the passenger
sensing system to turn the airbag off for maneuvers and braking, which helps the sensing system.
some adult-sized occupants. If this passenger sensing system maintain the
happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
go back all the way, and then buckle the and “Child Restraints” in the Index for
additional information about the importance
Vehicle
belt again without pulling the belt out
all the way. of proper restraint use. Airbags affect how the vehicle should be
A thick layer of additional material, such as serviced. There are parts of the airbag
6. Restart the vehicle and have the person
a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket system in several places around the vehicle.
remain in this position for two to
equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, Your dealer and the service manual have
three minutes after the ON indicator
and seat massagers can affect how well the information about servicing the vehicle and
is lit.
passenger sensing system operates. We the airbag system. To purchase a service
recommend that you not use seat covers or manual, see Publication Ordering
other aftermarket equipment except when Information 0 346.
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. Front seats, including stitching, seams or system from properly turning off the
{ Warning zippers passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing
For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is . Seat belts System 0 60.
turned off and the battery is . Steering wheel, instrument panel, If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags,
disconnected, an airbag can still inflate overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 303 for
during improper service. You can be garnish trim additional important information.
injured if you are close to an airbag . Inner door seals, including speakers If the vehicle must be modified because you
when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. have a disability and you have questions
Your dealer and the service manual have
They are probably part of the airbag information about the location of the airbag about whether the modifications will affect
system. Be sure to follow proper service modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic the vehicle's airbag system, or if you have
procedures, and make sure the person module, and airbag wiring along with the questions about whether the airbag system
performing work for you is qualified to proper replacement procedures. will be affected if the vehicle is modified for
do so. any other reason, call Customer Assistance.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger
See Customer Assistance Offices 0 341.
sensing system for the front outboard
Adding Equipment to the passenger position, which includes sensors
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag System Check
that are part of the passenger's seat. The
passenger sensing system may not operate The airbag system does not need regularly
Adding accessories that change the vehicle's scheduled maintenance or replacement.
frame, bumper system, height, front end, properly if the original seat trim is replaced
with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim, Make sure the airbag readiness light is
or side sheet metal may keep the airbag working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105.
system from working properly. or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim
designed for a different vehicle. Any object,
The operation of the airbag system can also such as an aftermarket seat heater or a Caution
be affected by changing, including comfort enhancing pad or device, installed If an airbag covering is damaged, opened,
improperly repairing or replacing, any parts under or on top of the seat fabric, could or broken, the airbag may not work
of the following: also interfere with the operation of the properly. Do not open or break the airbag
. Airbag system, including airbag modules, passenger sensing system. This could either coverings. If there are any opened or
front or side impact sensors, sensing and prevent proper deployment of the passenger broken airbag coverings, have the airbag
diagnostic module, airbag wiring, or front airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing (Continued)
center console
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If the airbag readiness light stays on after The manufacturer instructions that come
Caution (Continued) the vehicle is started or comes on when you with the booster seat state the weight and
covering and/or airbag module replaced. are driving, the airbag system may not work height limitations for that booster. Use a
For the location of the airbags, see Where properly. Have the vehicle serviced right booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until
Are the Airbags? 0 57. See your dealer for away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105. the child passes the fit test below:
service. . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the
Child Restraints knees bend at the seat edge? If yes,
Replacing Airbag System Parts continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
after a Crash Older Children . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the
shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes,
{ Warning continue. If no, try using the rear seat
belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear
A crash can damage the airbag systems Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under
in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 51. If a comfort guide
may not properly protect you and your is not available, or if the shoulder belt
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in still does not rest on the shoulder, then
serious injury or even death. To help return to the booster seat.
make sure the airbag systems are . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the
working properly after a crash, have hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue.
them inspected and any necessary If no, return to the booster seat.
replacements made as soon as possible. . Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for
the length of the trip? If yes, continue.
If an airbag inflates, you will need to Older children who have outgrown booster If no, return to the booster seat.
replace airbag system parts. See your dealer seats should wear the vehicle seat belts.
for service. Refer to How to Wear Seat Belts Properly Q: What is the proper way to wear seat
0 49. belts?
A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder
belt and get the additional restraint a
shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder
belt should not cross the face or neck.
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The lap belt should fit snugly below the
hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
This applies belt force to the child's
pelvic bones in a crash. It should never
be worn over the abdomen, which could
cause severe or even fatal internal
injuries in a crash.
Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides”
under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 51.
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained in a rear
seating position.
In a crash, children who are not buckled up { Warning Infants and Young Children
can strike other people who are buckled up, Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This
Never allow a child to wear the seat belt
or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older includes infants and all other children.
children need to use seat belts properly. shoulder belt under both arms or behind
their back. A child can be seriously Neither the distance traveled nor the age
injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder and size of the traveler changes the need,
{ Warning belt properly. In a crash, the child would for everyone, to use safety restraints. In
Never allow more than one child to wear fact, the law in every state in the United
not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot States and in every Canadian province says
The child could move too far forward
properly spread the impact forces. In a children up to some age must be restrained
increasing the chance of head and neck while in a vehicle.
crash, they can be crushed together and injury. The child might also slide under
seriously injured. A seat belt must be the lap belt. The belt force would then be
used by only one person at a time. applied right on the abdomen. That could
{ Warning
cause serious or fatal injuries. The Children can be seriously injured or killed
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder if the shoulder belt is worn behind their
and across the chest. back, under their legs, or wrapped around
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten is not possible to hold it during a crash. rear-facing child restraint in the front
but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The For example, in a crash at only passenger seat. Secure a rear-facing child
shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant restraint in a rear seat.
the way out of the retractor. It unlocks will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) It is also better to secure a forward-facing
when the shoulder belt is allowed to go force on a person's arms. An infant or child restraint in a rear seat. If a
all the way back into the retractor, but it child should be secured in an appropriate forward-facing child restraint must be
cannot do this if it is wrapped around the child restraint. secured in the front passenger seat,
child. Never leave children unattended in always move the front passenger seat as
a vehicle and never allow children to far back as it will go.
improperly wear, or play with, the seat
belts. If a child restraint is installed in the
second row center seat, move the second
Every time infants and young children ride row seat to the rearward position,
in vehicles, they should have the protection whenever possible, to minimize contact
provided by appropriate child restraints. with the front center airbag.
Neither the vehicle seat belt system nor its
airbag system is designed for them.
Children who are not restrained properly can
strike other people, or can be thrown out of
the vehicle.

{ Warning { Warning
Never hold an infant or a child while Children who are up against, or very
riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an close to, any airbag when it inflates can
infant or a child will become so heavy it be seriously injured or killed. Never put a
(Continued) (Continued)
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designed to be used in a motor vehicle and
is designed by a genuine child restraint Warning (Continued)
manufacturer. If it is, the child restraint will would apply force on a body area that is
have a label saying that it meets federal unprotected by any bony structure. This
motor vehicle safety standards. alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
The instruction manual that is provided with To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
the child restraint states the weight and injuries during a crash, young children
height limitations for that particular child should always be secured in an
restraint. In addition, there are many kinds appropriate child restraint.
of child restraints available for children with
special needs. Child Restraint Systems
Child restraints are devices used to restrain, { Warning
seat, or position children in the vehicle and To reduce the risk of neck and head
are sometimes called child seats or car seats. injury in a crash, infants and toddlers
There are three basic types of child should be secured in a rear-facing child
restraints: restraint until age two, or until they
. Forward-facing child restraints reach the maximum height and weight
. Rear-facing child restraints limits of their child restraint.
. Belt-positioning booster seats
The proper child restraint for your child { Warning
depends on their size, weight, and age, and
A young child's hip bones are still so
also on whether the child restraint is Rear-Facing Infant Restraint
small that the vehicle seat belt may not
compatible with the vehicle in which it will
be used. remain low on the hip bones, as it
A rear-facing child restraint provides
should. Instead, it may settle up around
For each type of child restraint, there are restraint with the seating surface against
the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt the back of the infant.
many different models available. When (Continued)
purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is
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The harness system holds the infant in place Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in
and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant the Vehicle
positioned in the restraint.
{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or killed
in a crash if the child restraint is not
properly secured in the vehicle. Secure
the child restraint properly in the vehicle
using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH
system, following the instructions that
came with that child restraint and the
Booster Seats instructions in this manual.

A belt-positioning booster seat is used for To help reduce the chance of injury, the
children who have outgrown their child restraint must be secured in the
Forward-Facing Child Restraint forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in
designed to improve the fit of the vehicle vehicle seats by the lap belt portion of a
A forward-facing child restraint provides
seat belt system until the child is large lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system.
restraint for the child's body with the
enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
harness.
properly without a booster seat. See the (LATCH System) 0 71 for more information.
seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 65. Never use a seat belt extender when
installing a child restraint. Never use
non-regulated aftermarket anchors or
attachments to secure a child restraint.
Children can be endangered in a crash if the
child restraint is not properly secured in the
vehicle.
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When securing an add-on child restraint, Securing the Child Within the Child
refer to the following: Restraint { Warning
. Instruction labels provided on the child A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
restraint { Warning be seriously injured or killed if the front
. Instruction manual provided with the passenger airbag inflates. This is because
A child can be seriously injured or killed
child restraint in a crash if the child is not properly the back of the rear-facing child restraint
. This vehicle owner's manual would be very close to the inflating
secured in the child restraint. Secure the
child properly following the instructions airbag. A child in a forward-facing child
The child restraint instructions are
restraint can be seriously injured or killed
important, so if they are not available, that came with that child restraint.
if the front passenger airbag inflates and
obtain a replacement copy from the
the passenger seat is in a forward
manufacturer. Where to Put the Restraint position.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child According to accident statistics, children and
restraint can move around in a collision or Even if the passenger sensing system has
infants are safer when properly restrained in
sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. an appropriate child restraint secured in a turned off the front passenger frontal
Be sure to properly secure any child rear seating position. airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can
restraint in the vehicle — even when no guarantee that an airbag will not deploy
child is in it. Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under some unusual circumstance, even
under should be secured in a rear seating though it is turned off.
In some areas Certified Child Passenger position.
Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to Secure rear-facing child restraints in a
inspect and demonstrate how to correctly The vehicle is equipped with a front center
rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you
use and install child restraints. In the U.S., airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat.
Even with a front center airbag, a child secure a forward-facing child restraint in
refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety the front seat, always move the front
Administration (NHTSA) website to locate restraint can be installed in any second row
seating position. passenger seat as far back as it will go.
the nearest child safety seat inspection It is better to secure the child restraint in
station. For CPST availability in Canada, Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the a rear seat.
check with Transport Canada or the front. This is because the risk to the (Continued)
Provincial Ministry of Transportation office. rear-facing child is so great if the airbag
deploys.
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Depending on where you place the child Wherever a child restraint is installed, be
Warning (Continued) restraint and the size of the child restraint, sure to follow the instructions that came
See Passenger Sensing System 0 60 for you may not be able to access adjacent seat with the child restraint and secure the child
additional information. belts or LATCH anchors for additional restraint properly.
passengers or child restraints. Adjacent Keep in mind that an unsecured child
If a child restraint is installed in a second seating positions should not be used if the
row center seat, move the second row restraint can move around in a collision or
child restraint prevents access to or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle.
seat to the rearward position, whenever interferes with the routing of the seat belt. Be sure to properly secure any child
possible, to minimize contact with the
Adjust the seat in front of a child restraint restraint in the vehicle — even when no
front center airbag.
to ensure proper installation according to child is in it.
When securing a child restraint with the the child restraint manual. Move the front
seat forward to avoid contact between the Lower Anchors and Tethers for
seat belts in a rear seat position, study the
instructions that came with the child child restraint and the seat or any Children (LATCH System)
restraint to make sure it is compatible with accessories mounted to the seat.
The LATCH system secures a child restraint
this vehicle. When installing a child restraint in an during driving or in a crash. LATCH
Child restraints and booster seats vary adjustable second row seating position, the attachments on the child restraint are used
considerably in size, and some may fit in seat should be adjusted fore or aft to ensure to attach the child restraint to the anchors
certain seating positions better than others. proper installation according to the child in the vehicle. This system is designed to
Do not install a child restraint in any rear restraint manual. If the seat is able to make installation of a child restraint easier.
seating position where it cannot be installed recline, the seat back should be positioned
securely. to its full upright position before installing a
child restraint.
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In order to use the LATCH system in your When installing a child restraint with a top
vehicle, you need a child restraint that has tether, you must also use either the lower
LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible anchors or the seat belts to properly secure
rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can the child restraint. A child restraint must
be properly installed using either the LATCH never be attached using only the top tether.
anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child
use both the seat belts and the LATCH restraint where the combined weight of the
anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb),
forward-facing child restraint. use either the lower LATCH anchorages with
Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt
secure the child and the booster seat. If the with the top tether anchorage. Where the
manufacturer recommends that the booster combined weight of the child and restraint
seat be secured with the LATCH system, this are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat
can be done as long as the booster seat can belt with the top tether anchorage only.
be positioned properly and there is no
interference with the proper positioning of
the lap-shoulder belt on the child.
Make sure to follow the instructions that
came with the child restraint, and also the
instructions in this manual.
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Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints
Restraint Type Combined Weight of Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X
the Child + Child
LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt and Top
Restraint
Anchors Only Anchors and Top Tether Anchor
Tether Anchor
Rear-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Restraint
Rear-Facing Child Greater than X
Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)
Forward-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Restraint
Forward-Facing Child Greater than X
Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)

See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Not all vehicle seating positions have lower
Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 79 or Securing Child anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be
Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front used (with top tether where available) to
Seat) 0 81. secure the child restraint. See Securing Child
Child restraints built after March 2014 are Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear
labeled with the maximum child weight, Seat) 0 79 or Securing Child Restraints (With
with which the LATCH system can be used the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 81.
for installing the child restraint.
The following explains how to attach a child
restraint with these attachments in the
vehicle.
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Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor top tether always to be attached. In Canada,
the law requires that forward-facing child
restraints have a top tether, and that the
tether be attached. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions for your child
restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor
Locations

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top
the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top
each LATCH seating position that will tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The
accommodate a child restraint with lower top tether attachment hook (2) on the child
attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor
in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward
movement and rotation of the child restraint
during driving or in the event of a crash. Second Row
The child restraint may have a single
tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will I : Seating positions with top tether
have a single attachment hook (2) to secure anchors.
the top tether to the anchor. H : Seating positions with two lower
Some child restraints with a top tether are anchors.
designed for use with or without the top
tether being attached. Others require the
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To assist in locating the top tether anchors,

the top tether anchor symbol is near the
anchor.

Third Row Third Row

I : Seating positions with top tether The top tether anchors are on the rear of
anchors. the seatback for each seating position in the
third row.
For models with a cargo cover, the top
tether anchors are on the back of the rear
seatbacks. Remove the cargo cover before
installing the top tether. The cargo cover
should remain off while the top tether is in
Second Row use. Be sure to use an anchor directly
To assist in locating the lower anchors, each behind the seating position where the child
seating position with lower anchors has two The top tether anchors are on the rear of
the seatback for each seating position in the restraint will be placed.
labels with the lower anchor symbol on
them, near the crease between the seatback second row. Do not secure a child restraint in a position
and the seat cushion. Be sure to use an anchor located directly without a top tether anchor if a national or
behind the seating position where the child local law requires that the top tether be
restraint will be placed.
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attached, or if the instructions that come
with the child restraint say that the top Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
tether must be attached. anchor. Attaching more than one child tighten the belt behind the child restraint
According to accident statistics, children and restraint to a single anchor could cause after the child restraint has been
infants are safer when properly restrained in the anchor or attachment to come loose installed.
a child restraint system or infant restraint or even break during a crash. A child or
system secured in a rear seating position. others could be injured.
See Where to Put the Restraint 0 70 for Caution
additional information. Do not let the LATCH attachments rub
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
{ Warning against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may
Children can be seriously injured or damage these parts. If necessary, move
the LATCH System buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the
strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped
around their neck. The shoulder belt can LATCH attachments.
{ Warning tighten but cannot be loosened if it is Do not fold the rear seatback when the
A child could be seriously injured or killed locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty
in a crash if the child restraint is not pulled all the way out of the retractor. rear seat with a seat belt buckled. This
properly attached to the vehicle using It unlocks when the shoulder belt is could damage the seat belt or the seat.
either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle allowed to go all the way back into the Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its
seat belt. Follow the instructions that retractor, but it cannot do this if it is stowed position, before folding the seat.
came with the child restraint and the wrapped around a child’s neck. If the
instructions in this manual. shoulder belt is locked and tightened This vehicle is equipped with a front center
around a child’s neck, the only way to airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat.
loosen the belt is to cut it. Even with a front center airbag, a child
{ Warning restraint can be installed in any second row
Buckle any unused seat belts behind the seating position. If a child restraint is
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
child restraint so children cannot reach installed in a second row center seat, move
injuries during a crash, do not attach
them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way the second row seat to the rearward
more than one child restraint to a single
out of the retractor to set the lock, and position, whenever possible, to minimize
(Continued)
(Continued) contact with the front center airbag.
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If you need to secure more than one child If necessary, adjust the angle of the
restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put second row seatback to achieve a
the Restraint 0 70. tight installation. Make sure the
1. Put the child restraint on the seat. second row bench seatbacks are
aligned at the same angle.
2. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments to the lower anchors. If the 3. If the child restraint manufacturer
child restraint does not have lower recommends that the top tether be
attachments or the desired seating attached, adjust the top tether to its full
position does not have lower anchors, length and attach it to the anchor. Refer
secure the child restraint with the top to the child restraint instructions and the If the position you are using does
tether and the seat belt. Refer to your following steps: not have a head restraint and you
child restraint manufacturer instructions 3.1. Find the top tether anchor. are using a dual tether, route the
and the instructions in this manual. tether over the seatback.
3.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top
2.1. Find the lower anchors for the tether according to your child
desired seating position. restraint instructions and the
2.2. To access the lower anchors in the following instructions:
second row, it may help to recline
the seatback.
Third row seatbacks must be
upright before placing the child
restraint on the seat.
2.3. Put the child restraint on the seat.
If the position you are using has an
2.4. Attach and tighten the lower adjustable headrest or head
attachments on the child restraint restraint, adjust it accordingly to
to the lower anchors. allow proper fitment. If you are
If the position you are using does
using a single tether, route the
not have a head restraint and you
tether in between the headrest or
are using a single tether, route the
head restraint posts.
tether over the seatback.
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If the position you are using has a
fixed head restraint and you are
using a dual tether, route the
tether around the head restraint.
If the child restraint is installed next
to a center seat, make sure the top
tether does not interfere with the
center seating position shoulder
belt/retractor. If it does, find
another suitable seating position to
install the child restraint.
4. Before placing a child in the child
If the position you are using has an If the position you are using has a restraint, make sure it is securely held in
adjustable headrest or head fixed head restraint and you are place. To check, grasp the child restraint
restraint, adjust it accordingly to using a single tether, route the at the LATCH path and attempt to move
allow proper fitment. If you are tether under the head restraint and it side to side and back and forth. There
using a dual tether, route the in between the head restraint posts should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
tether around the headrest or head or around the outboard side of the movement, for proper installation.
restraint posts. head restraint.
Replacing LATCH System Parts
If the child restraint is installed next
to a center seat, make sure the top After a Crash
tether does not interfere with the
center seating position shoulder { Warning
belt/retractor. If it does, find A crash can damage the LATCH system in
another suitable seating position to the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system
install the child restraint. may not properly secure the child
restraint, resulting in serious injury or
even death in a crash. To help make sure
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When securing a child restraint with the If the child restraint or vehicle seat position
Warning (Continued) seat belts in a rear seat position, study the does not have the LATCH system, you will
the LATCH system is working properly instructions that came with the child be using the seat belt to secure the child
after a crash, see your dealer to have the restraint to make sure it is compatible with restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions
system inspected and any necessary this vehicle. that came with the child restraint.
replacements made as soon as possible. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, If more than one child restraint needs to be
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children installed in the rear seat, be sure to read
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it (LATCH System) 0 71 for how and where to Where to Put the Restraint 0 70.
was being used during a crash, new LATCH install the child restraint using LATCH. If a 1. Put the child restraint on the seat.
system parts may be needed. child restraint is secured in the vehicle using
a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see 2. Pick up the latch plate and run the lap
New parts and repairs may be necessary and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
even if the LATCH system was not being Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 71 for top tether anchor belt through or around the child
used at the time of the crash. restraint. Ensure the seat belt webbing is
locations.
routed as directly as possible and is not
Securing Child Restraints (With Do not secure a child seat in a position caught on seat handles or plastic trim.
the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) without a top tether anchor if a national or The child restraint instructions will show
local law requires that the top tether be you how.
The vehicle is equipped with a front center
anchored, or if the instructions that come
airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat.
with the child restraint say that the top
Even with a front center airbag, a child
strap must be anchored. Refer to the
restraint can be installed in any second row
instructions that came with the child
seating position. If you install a child
restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers
restraint in a second row center seat, move
for Children (LATCH System) 0 71.
the second row seat to the rearward
position, whenever possible, to minimize In Canada, the law requires that
contact with the front center airbag. forward-facing child restraints have a top
tether, and that the tether be attached.
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3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the
it clicks. the retractor to set the lock. When the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion
Position the release pushbutton on the retractor lock is set, the belt can be of the belt to tighten the lap portion of
buckle, away from the child restraint, so tightened but not pulled out of the the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back
that the seat belt could be quickly retractor. into the retractor. When installing a
unbuckled if necessary. forward-facing child restraint, it may be
helpful to use your knee to push down
There must not be direct contact of the on the child restraint as you tighten
child restraint to the release pushbutton. the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
to make sure the retractor is locked.
If the retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 4 and 5.
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6. If the child restraint has a top tether, under certain conditions. See Passenger
follow the child restraint manufacturer's Sensing System 0 60 and Warning (Continued)
instructions regarding the use of the top Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 106 for one can guarantee that an airbag will not
tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers more information, including important deploy under some unusual circumstance,
for Children (LATCH System) 0 71. safety information. even though it is turned off.
7. Before placing a child in the child Never put a rear-facing child seat in the Secure rear-facing child restraints in a
restraint, make sure it is securely held in front. This is because the risk to the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you
place. To check, grasp the child restraint rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag
at the seat belt path and attempt to secure a forward-facing child restraint in
deploys.
move it side to side and back and forth. the front outboard passenger seat,
always move the seat as far back as it
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than
{ Warning will go. It is better to secure the child
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can restraint in a rear seat.
be seriously injured or killed if the front
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the outboard passenger frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System 0 60 for
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the inflates. This is because the back of the additional information.
stowed position. If the top tether is attached
rear-facing child restraint would be very If the child restraint uses a top tether, see
to a top tether anchor, disconnect it.
close to the inflating airbag. A child in a Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
Securing Child Restraints (With forward-facing child restraint can be (LATCH System) 0 71 for top tether anchor
seriously injured or killed if the front locations.
the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates
This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a and the passenger seat is in a forward Do not secure a child seat in a position
safer place to secure a forward-facing child without a top tether anchor if a national or
position.
restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint local law requires that the top tether be
0 70. Even if the passenger sensing system has anchored, or if the instructions that come
turned off the front outboard passenger with the child restraint say that the top
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No tether must be anchored.
sensing system which is designed to turn off (Continued)
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have a top
tether, and that the tether be attached.
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When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure Position the release pushbutton on the
the child restraint in this position, follow the buckle, away from the child restraint, so
instructions that came with the child that the seat belt could be quickly
restraint and the following instructions: unbuckled if necessary.
1. Move the seat as far back as it will go
before securing the forward-facing child
restraint. Move the seat upward or the
seatback to an upright position,
if needed, to get a tight installation of
the child restraint. There must be finger
clearance between the release
pushbutton and the child restraint.
When the passenger sensing system has Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if
turned off the front outboard passenger needed.
frontal airbag, the OFF indicator on the
passenger airbag status indicator should
light and stay lit when you start the
vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of
Indicator 0 106. the retractor to set the lock. When the
retractor lock is set, the belt can be
2. Put the child restraint on the seat. tightened but not pulled out of the
3. Pick up the latch plate and run the lap retractor.
and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
belt through or around the restraint.
Ensure the seat belt webbing is routed
as direct as possible and is not caught
on seat handles or plastic trim. The child
restraint instructions will show you how.
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.
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Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
to make sure the retractor is locked.
If the retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.
7. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and attempt to
move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
6. To tighten the belt, push down on the If the airbag is off, the OFF indicator in the
child restraint, pull the shoulder portion passenger airbag status indicator will come
of the belt to tighten the lap portion of on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back If a child restraint has been installed and
into the retractor. the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On
There must be finger clearance between Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under
the release pushbutton and the child Passenger Sensing System 0 60.
restraint. If there is not clearance
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
between the buckle release pushbutton
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
and the child restraint, move the seat
stowed position.
upward and repeat prior installation
steps. Otherwise secure the child
restraint in a rear seat.
When installing a forward-facing child
restraint, it may be helpful to use your
knee to push down on the child restraint
as you tighten the belt.
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Storage Storage Compartments Sunglasses Storage

Storage Compartments { Warning

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Do not store heavy or sharp objects in
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 storage compartments. In a crash, these
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 objects may cause the cover to open and
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
could result in injury.
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Additional Storage Features Glove Box
Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Lift up on the glove box lever to open it.
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Cupholders
If equipped, sunglasses storage is on the
overhead console. Press the fixed button on
the cover and release to access.

There are cupholders in the center console.

Press the access door to open.
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Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features
Cargo Management System

The hold open devices on the cargo bin

allow the load floor to remain open without
The center console has storage under the removal.
armrest. Pull up on the latch, and lift
to open. Lift the load floor to access the cargo
There is a removable organizer on top of the management system.
storage bin.
The center console also has the following:
. A forward bin
. An open pass through under the front of
the console
. If equipped, wireless charging in the front
storage bin
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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.

Caution
The cargo bin can be damaged if the load
floor is improperly removed or installed.
Use care when removing and installing
the load floor. 1. Remove the load floor. Open the load 2. Remove the four wing nuts.
floor approximately 70% and pull upward
Removal Procedure and outward to release the two hooks
from the rod affixed to the cargo
To access the spare tire, the cargo management system.
management system must be removed.

3. Lift up on the handles on both sides to

remove the cargo management system
to access the spare tire.
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3. Angle the load floor approximately 70%,
align the two hooks on the load floor
above the rod, and push the load floor
until the hooks engage the cargo
bin rod.

4. The load floor and storage bin can be 2. Install the four wing nuts.
placed on the lowered third row seats
while accessing the spare tire.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the cargo management system in
4. Make sure to properly latch the
the vehicle.
load door.

{ Warning
An improperly latched cargo cover,
or cargo cover left in the open position,
could separate during a crash or sudden
maneuver potentially impacting vehicle
occupants. Someone could be injured. Be
sure to return the cover to the closed
position and latch before driving.
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Roof Rack System Cargo Weight Limits The weight of any cargo carried on the roof
rack system must be included in calculating
The vehicle may be equipped with side-rails Do not exceed the maximum cargo weight
the loaded weight of the vehicle. Do not
for a roof rack system. Cargo must be for the roof rack system, including the
exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
secured with properly installed cross rails weight of the cross rails and any other
loading the vehicle, including cargo carried
and other accessories designed to carry accessories used to carry the cargo such as
on the roof rack system and passengers and
cargo. These can be purchased from your bike racks or roof boxes. The maximum
cargo carried in the vehicle. For more
dealer. cargo weight that can be loaded onto the
information on vehicle capacity and loading,
roof rack system is 100 kg (220 lb) or the
see Vehicle Load Limits 0 196.
weight designated in the instructions that
{ Warning came with the cross rails or other roof rack
Before driving and occasionally during a accessories, whichever is less.
trip, check that cargo is securely fastened,
rests evenly between the cross rails and { Warning
does not block the vehicle's lamps or Never load the roof rack with more
windows. Never load cargo directly on weight than specified in this section.
the roof of the vehicle or allow cargo to Loading cargo on the roof rack will make
hang over the rear or sides of the vehicle. the vehicle's center of gravity higher. To
Never load cargo without first properly avoid losing control of the vehicle, avoid
installing cross rails and other accessories overloading, high speeds, sudden starts,
designed to carry cargo. Personal injury, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt
death or damage to the vehicle or other maneuvers when carrying cargo on the
property may occur. roof rack.
If driving for a long distance, on rough
roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop
the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains
in its place.
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Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Instruments and Controls Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Controls Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 108
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Vehicle Messages
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 109 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Universal Remote System
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Universal Remote System
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Universal Remote System Operation . . . 124
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Stability Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) . . . . . . . . 98 Driver Mode Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Adaptive Headlight System Light . . . . . . . 113
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
(Uplevel Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . 104 Adaptive Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 114
Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Only) . . . . . . . 104 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Information Displays
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . 106 Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
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Controls Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel Heated Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel, if equipped: ( : If equipped, press to turn on or off.

1. Press the control up or down to tilt the A light near the button displays when the
To adjust the steering wheel: steering wheel up or down. feature is turned on.
1. Pull the lever down. 2. Press the control forward or rearward to The steering wheel takes about
2. Move the steering wheel up or down. move the steering wheel closer or away three minutes to reach maximum heat.
from you.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or Automatic Heated Steering Wheel
away from you. Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. If equipped with remote start, the heated
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering steering wheel may turn on automatically
wheel in place. during a remote start along with the heated
Do not adjust the steering wheel while seats when it is cold outside. The heated
driving. steering wheel indicator light may not
come on.
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If equipped with auto heated seats, the LO : Use for slow wipes. INT : Move the windshield wiper lever to
heated steering wheel may turn on when INT. Turn the band up for more frequent
the auto heated seat is activated. The wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
heated steering wheel indicator will follow OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
the state of the steering wheel heat.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 42. wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold
To turn this feature on or off, select Settings the wiper lever down.
> Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience >
Heated Steering Wheel > Select ON or OFF. f : Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield washer fluid
Horn AUTO : If equipped with Rainsense, use this and activate the windshield wipers. The
setting for intermittent wipes when wipers will continue until the lever is
Press a on the steering wheel pad to Rainsense is disabled, or Rainsense wipes released or the maximum wash time is
sound the horn. when Rainsense is enabled. For intermittent reached. When the windshield wiper lever is
wipes, move the windshield wiper lever to released, additional wipes may occur
Windshield Wiper/Washer AUTO, then turn the band up for more depending on how long the windshield
frequent wipes or down for less frequent washer had been activated. See Washer
wipes. If Rainsense is turned on, see Fluid 0 272 for information on filling the
“Rainsense” later in this section. windshield washer fluid reservoir.

{ Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
With the ignition on or in accessory mode,
move the windshield wiper lever to select
the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
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Rainsense To turn the Rainsense feature on or off,
{ Warning select Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and
If equipped with Rainsense and the feature
Before driving the vehicle, always clear Convenience > Rainsense Wipers > Select ON
is turned on, a sensor near the top center of
snow and ice from the hood, windshield, or OFF.
the windshield detects the amount of water
washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the on the windshield and controls the Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
vehicle, including all lamps and windows. frequency of the windshield wiper based on When using an automatic car wash, move
Reduced visibility from snow and ice the current sensitivity setting. the windshield wiper lever to OFF. This
buildup could lead to a crash. disables the automatic Rainsense windshield
Keep this area of the windshield clear of
debris to allow for best system performance. wipers.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and windshield before using them. If frozen AUTO : Move the windshield wiper lever to With Rainsense, if the transmission is in
to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw AUTO. Turn the band on the wiper lever to N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very
them. Damaged blades should be replaced. adjust the sensitivity. slow, the wipers will automatically stop at
See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 275. the base of the windshield.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper The wiper operations return to normal when
motor. See Electrical System Overload 0 279. the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral)
or the vehicle speed has increased.
Wiper Parking
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers Rear Window Wiper/Washer
are on LO, HI, or INT, they will
immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper lever is then moved
to OFF before the driver door is opened or . Turn the band up for more sensitivity to
within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart moisture.
and move to the base of the windshield. . Turn the band down for less sensitivity to
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers moisture.
are performing wipes due to windshield . Move the windshield wiper lever out of
washing, the wipers continue to run until the AUTO position to deactivate
they reach the base of the windshield. Rainsense.
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The rear window wiper/washer controls are The wiper operations return to normal when Rear Camera Washer
on the end of the windshield wiper lever. the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral)
Turn the controls to adjust the setting. or the vehicle speed has increased.

OFF : Turns the wiper off. Reverse Gear Wipes

INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a delay If the rear wiper control is off, the rear
between wipes. wiper will automatically operate
continuously when the vehicle is in
ON : Turns on the rear wiper. R (Reverse) and the front windshield wiper is
performing low or high speed wipes. If the
1 : Push the windshield wiper lever rear wiper control is off, the vehicle is in
forward to spray washer fluid on the rear
R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper If equipped, push the windshield wiper lever
window. The wipers will clear the rear
is performing interval wipes, then the rear forward to spray washer fluid on the rear
window and either stop or return to your
wiper automatically performs interval wipes. camera lens. The lever returns to its starting
preset speed. For more washer cycles, press
This feature can be turned on or off. Go to position when released. See Rear Camera
and hold the lever.
Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and Mirror 0 28.
The rear window wiper/washer will not
Convenience > Reverse Gear Wipes > Select Compass
operate if the liftgate is open or ajar. If the
ON or OFF.
liftgate is opened while the rear wiper is on, The vehicle may have a compass display on
the wiper returns to the parked position and The windshield washer reservoir is used for
the Driver Information Center (DIC). The
stops. the windshield and the rear window. Check
compass receives its heading and other
the fluid level in the reservoir if either
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection information from the Global Positioning
washer is not working. See Washer Fluid
When using an automatic car wash, move System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic
0 272.
the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed
rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the information.
transmission is in N (Neutral) and the The compass system is designed to operate
vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper for a certain number of miles or degrees of
will automatically park. turn before needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass display shows
CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in
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an open area where it can receive a GPS The power outlets are located: Certain accessory plugs may not be
signal. The compass system will . Under the front of the center console. compatible with the accessory power outlet
automatically determine when a GPS signal . In the rear cargo area. and could overload vehicle and adapter
is restored and provide a heading again. fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your
Lift the cover to access the outlet and dealer.
Clock replace when not in use.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure
Set the time and date using the to follow the proper installation instructions
infotainment system. See "Date/Time" under { Warning included with the equipment. See Add-On
Settings 0 168. Power is always supplied to the rear Electrical Equipment 0 258.
cargo power outlet. Do not leave
Power Outlets electrical equipment plugged in when the Caution
Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current vehicle is not in use because the vehicle Hanging heavy equipment from the
could catch fire and cause injury or power outlet can cause damage not
The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets that can
death. covered by the vehicle warranty. The
be used to plug in electrical equipment, such
as a cell phone or MP3 player. power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only, such as cell phone
Caution
charge cords.
Leaving electrical equipment plugged in
for an extended period of time while the Power Outlet 110V/120V Alternating
ignition is off will drain the battery. Current
Always unplug electrical equipment when
If equipped with this power outlet it can be
not in use and do not plug in equipment
used to plug in electrical equipment that
that exceeds the maximum 15 amp
uses a maximum limit of 150 watts.
rating.
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(RAP) off and then back on. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 204. The power { Warning
restarts when equipment using 150 watts or Wireless charging may affect the
less is plugged into the outlet and a system operation of an implanted pacemaker or
fault is not detected. other medical devices. If you have one, it
The power outlet is not designed for and is recommended to consult with your
may not work properly, if the following are doctor before using the wireless charging
plugged in: system.
. Equipment with high initial peak wattage,
such as compressor-driven refrigerators The vehicle must be on, in accessory mode,
and electric power tools or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be
. Other equipment requiring an extremely active. The wireless charging feature may
The power outlet is on the rear of the not correctly indicate charging when the
stable power supply, such as
center console. vehicle is in RAP, during a Bluetooth phone
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets
call, or when phone projection (e.g. Apple
An indicator light on the outlet turns on to and touch sensor lamps
CarPlay / Android Auto) is active. See
show it is in use. The light comes on when . Medical equipment Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 204.
the ignition is on, equipment requiring less
than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, Wireless Charging The operating temperature is −40 °C (−40 °F)
and no system fault is detected. to 85 °C (185 °F) for the charging system and
If equipped and enabled, the vehicle has 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
The indicator light does not come on when wireless charging in the storage bin in front A charging stopped alert may be displayed
the ignition is off or if the equipment is not of the floor console. The system operates at on the infotainment screen, if the wireless
fully seated into the outlet. 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi charger or smartphone are outside of
compatible smartphone. The power output normal operating temperature. Charging will
If equipment is connected using more than of the system is capable of charging at a
150 watts or a system fault is detected, a automatically resume when a normal
rate up to 3 amp (15 W), as requested by operating temperature is reached.
protection circuit shuts off the power supply the compatible smartphone. See Radio
and the indicator light turns off. To reset Frequency Statement 0 347.
the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back
in or turn the Retained Accessory Power
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To charge a compatible smartphone: 6. If a smartphone is placed on the charger
{ Warning 1. Confirm the smartphone is capable of and ] turns red, the charger and/or the
Remove all objects from the charger wireless charging. smartphone is overheated. Remove the
before charging your compatible 2. Remove all objects from the charging smartphone and any objects from the
smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys, pad. The system may not charge if there charger in order to cool the system.
rings, paper clips, or cards, between the are any objects between the smartphone The smartphone may become warm during
smartphone and charger may become and charger. charging. This is normal. In warmer
very hot. 3. Place the smartphone face up against temperatures, the speed of charging may be
On the rare occasion that the charging the rear of the charger. reduced.
system does not detect an object, and To maximize the charge rate, ensure the For vehicles with wireless phone projection,
the object gets wedged between the smartphone is fully seated and centered the smartphone may overheat during
smartphone and charger, remove the in the holder with nothing under it. wireless charging. The smartphone may slow
smartphone and allow the object to cool A thick smartphone case may prevent down, stop charging, or shut down to
before removing it from the charger, to the charger from working, or reduce the protect the battery. The phone may need to
prevent burns. charging performance. See your dealer be removed from its case to prevent
for additional information. overheating. The ] may flash while the
phone is cooling down enough for wireless
4. A green ] will appear on the charging to automatically resume. This is
infotainment display, next to the phone normal. Individual phone performance
icon. This indicates that the smartphone may vary.
is detected.
Software Acknowledgements
5. If a smartphone is placed on the charger
and ] turns off or turns yellow, remove Certain Wireless Charging Module product
the smartphone and any objects from from LG Electronics, Inc. ("LGE") contains the
the pad. Turn the smartphone open source software detailed below. Refer
180 degrees and wait a few seconds to the indicated open source licenses (as are
before placing/aligning it on the pad included following this notice) for the terms
again. and conditions of their use.
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Instrument Cluster (Base Level)

Use the right steering wheel control to open

and scroll through the different items and
displays.
Press S or T to access the cluster
applications. Use the thumbwheel to scroll
through the list of available features within
English Base Level Shown, Metric Similar the applications. Not all applications or
features will be available on all vehicles.
Some may be temporarily restricted when
1. Tachometer 0 102 Cluster Menu the vehicle is off.
2. Fuel Gauge 0 102 . Home Page
There is an interactive display area in the
3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge center of the instrument cluster. . Info App. This is where the selected Driver
0 104 Information Center (DIC) displays can be
4. Speedometer 0 102 viewed. See Driver Information Center
5. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base (DIC) (Base Level) 0 114 or Driver
Level) 0 114 or Driver Information Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117.
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117
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. Audio Phone Info Pages : While the Options application is
. Navigation highlighted, use the thumbwheel to scroll to
Press S or T to select the Phone menu. In select Info Pages, then press the
. Phone the Phone menu, if there is no active phone thumbwheel to enter the Info Pages menu.
. Options call, view recent calls, or scroll through
contacts. If there is an active call, mute the Home Page Options : Select the available
Home elements to display. Not all elements will be
phone or switch to handset operation.
Press S or T to select the Home Page. available on all vehicles: Speedometer,
Options Active Safety, Speed Sign, Time,
The home page is a view of information Temperature, and Fuel Range.
that can be turned on or off by the driver Press S or T to select the Options menu.
via the Home Page settings in the Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display
Options menu. through items in the Options menu. allows the driver to set a speed that they
do not want to exceed. While the Options
Audio Traction and Stability : Press T to enter the application is highlighted, use the
Traction and Stability menu. To turn the thumbwheel to select Speed Warning, then
Press S or T to select the Audio menu. In Traction Control System (TCS) on or off, press the thumbwheel to enter the Speed
the Audio menu browse for music, select choose Traction. To turn StabiliTrak/ Warning menu.
from the favorites, or change the audio Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on or off,
source. Use the thumbwheel to change the Use the thumbwheel to adjust the value and
choose Stability. See Traction Control/ press to set the speed.
station or go to the next or previous track. Electronic Stability Control 0 213.
Software Information : Displays open source
Navigation Units : While the Options application is software information.
Press S or T to select the Navigation highlighted, Use the thumbwheel to select
Units, then press the thumbwheel to enter
menu. If there is no active route, you can
the Units menu. If equipped, choose English,
resume the last route and turn the voice
Imperial, or metric units by pressing the
prompts on/off. If there is an active route,
thumbwheel while the desired item is
press the thumbwheel to cancel or resume
highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed
route guidance or turn the voice prompts on
next to the selected item.
or off.
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Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)

Use the right steering wheel control to open

and scroll through the different items and
displays.
Press S to access the cluster applications.
Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the
list of available applications. Not all
English Uplevel Touring Theme Shown, Metric Similar applications will be available on all vehicles.
. Info App. This is where the selected Driver
Information Center (DIC) displays can be
1. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge (Uplevel 6. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base viewed. See Driver Information Center
Only) 0 103 Level) 0 114 or Driver Information (DIC) (Base Level) 0 114 or Driver
2. Speedometer 0 102 Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117 Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117.
3. Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Only) 0 104 7. Tachometer 0 102 . Audio
4. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
0 104
Cluster Menu . Navigation
There is an interactive display area in the . Phone
5. Fuel Gauge 0 102
center of the instrument cluster. . Options
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Audio Options Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display
Press the thumbwheel to select the Audio Press the thumbwheel to select the Options allows the driver to set a speed that they
do not want to exceed. To set the Speed
app, then press T to enter the Audio menu. app, then press T to enter the Options
Warning press T when Speed Warning is
In the Audio menu browse for music, select menu. Use the thumbwheel to scroll
from the favorites, or change the audio through items in the Options menu. displayed.
source. Use the thumbwheel to change the Scroll to set speed and press T. Use the
station or go to the next or previous track. Traction and Stability : Press T to enter the
Traction and Stability menu. To turn the thumbwheel to adjust the value and press
Navigation Traction Control System (TCS) on or off, to set the speed.
Press the thumbwheel to select the choose Traction. To turn StabiliTrak/ Once the speed is set, this feature can be
Navigation app, then press T to enter the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on or off, turned off by pressing the thumbwheel
Navigation menu. If there is no active route, choose Stability. See Traction Control/ while viewing this page. If the selected
you can resume the last route and turn the Electronic Stability Control 0 213. speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is
voice prompts on/off. If there is an active displayed with a chime.
Units : Press T while Units is displayed to
route, press the thumbwheel to cancel or enter the Units menu. Choose English, Software Information : Displays open source
resume route guidance or turn the voice Imperial, or metric units by pressing the software information.
prompts on or off. thumbwheel while the desired item is Head-up Display (HUD) Rotation :
Phone highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed If equipped, this feature allows for adjusting
next to the selected item. the angle of the HUD image. Press the V
Press the thumbwheel to select the Phone
app, then press T to enter the Phone Display Themes : There are two instrument on the steering wheel controls while
menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no cluster display configurations to choose Head-up Display Rotation is highlighted to
active phone call, view recent calls, or scroll from: Sport and Touring. enter Adjust Mode. Press w or x to adjust
through contacts. If there is an active call, Info Pages : Press T while Info Pages is the angle of the HUD display. Press the V
mute the phone or switch to handset displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and to save the setting or press o to cancel the
operation. select the items to be displayed in the Info setting. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
app. See Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) 0 114 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117.
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Speedometer vehicle is on and can move. The engine
could auto start at any time. When the
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off.
either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). When the engine is on, the tachometer will
indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute
Odometer (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several
hundred rpm, during Auto Stop mode, when
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has the engine is shutting off and restarting.
been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
Fuel Gauge
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far the
vehicle has been driven since the trip English Base Level
odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and reset
through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 114 or Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117.

Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (rpm). Metric Base Level
For vehicles with the Stop/Start system,
when the ignition is on, the tachometer
indicates the vehicle status. When pointing Metric Uplevel
to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the
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but it actually will take a little more,
or less than half the tank's capacity to fill
the tank.
. Moves a little while turning a corner,
speeding up, or braking.
. Take a few seconds to stabilize after the
ignition is turned on and goes back to
empty when the ignition is turned off.
These are normal conditions, none of which
indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.

Engine Oil Temperature Gauge

English Uplevel English
(Uplevel Only)
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge This gauge shows the engine oil
indicates the approximate amount of fuel temperature.
left in the tank. If the gauge pointer moves into the high
There is an arrow near the fuel gauge end, it means that the engine oil has
pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel overheated. If the vehicle has been operated
door is on. under normal driving conditions, pull off the
When the indicator nears empty, the low road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the
fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel engine as soon as possible.
left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. See Engine Oil 0 264.
The fuel gauge may:
. Take a little more, or less fuel to fill up
than it indicates. For example, the gauge Metric
may have indicated the tank is half full,
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Engine Coolant Temperature If the pointer moves toward the warning
area at the high end of the gauge, the
Gauge engine is too hot.
If the engine coolant has overheated and
the vehicle has been operating under normal
driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the
vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as
possible. See Engine Overheating 0 271.

Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Only)

Metric Uplevel

Metric Base Level

When the ignition is on, this gauge indicates

the battery voltage.
When the engine is running, this gauge
English Uplevel shows the condition of the charging system.
This gauge shows the engine coolant The gauge can transition from a higher to
temperature. lower or a lower to higher reading. This is
English Base Level
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normal. If the vehicle is operating outside Seat Belt Reminders
the normal operating range, the charging
system light comes on. See Charging System Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
Light 0 107. There is a driver seat belt reminder light on
Readings outside the normal operating the instrument cluster.
range can also occur when a large number
of electrical accessories are operating in the When the vehicle is started, this light
vehicle and the engine is left idling for an flashes and a chime may come on to remind
extended period. This condition is normal passengers to fasten their seat belt.
since the charging system is not able to
Then the light stays on solid until the belt is
provide full power at engine idle. As engine
buckled. This cycle continues several times if
speeds are increased, this condition should
the front passenger remains or becomes
correct itself as higher engine speeds allow When the vehicle is started, this light
unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
the charging system to create maximum flashes and a chime may come on to remind
power. the driver to fasten their seat belt. If the front passenger seat belt is buckled,
neither the chime nor the light comes on.
The vehicle can only be driven for a short Then the light stays on solid until the belt is
time with the readings outside the normal buckled. This cycle may continue several The front passenger seat belt reminder light
operating range. If the vehicle must be times if the driver remains or becomes and chime may come on if an object is put
driven, turn off all accessories, such as the unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,
radio and air conditioner, and unplug all grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic
If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the
chargers and accessories. device. To turn off the reminder light and/or
light nor the chime comes on.
chime, remove the object from the seat or
Readings outside the normal operating
Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder buckle the seat belt.
range indicate a possible problem in the
electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced Light
Airbag Readiness Light
as soon as possible. The vehicle may have a front passenger seat
belt reminder light near the passenger This light shows if there is an electrical
airbag status indicator. See Passenger problem with the airbag system. It is
Sensing System 0 60. located in the instrument cluster. The
system check includes the airbag sensor(s),
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the passenger sensing system, the If there is a problem with the airbag If the word ON, and the on symbol, are lit
pretensioners, the airbag modules, the system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) on the passenger airbag status indicator, it
wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic message may also come on. means that the front outboard passenger
module. For more information on the airbag frontal airbag is allowed to inflate.
system, see Airbag System 0 55. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word OFF, and the off symbol, are lit
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. on the passenger airbag status indicator, it
See Passenger Sensing System 0 60 for means that the passenger sensing system
important safety information. The overhead has turned off the front outboard passenger
console has a passenger airbag status frontal airbag.
indicator.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there are no
The airbag readiness light comes on for lights at all, there may be a problem with
several seconds when the vehicle is started. the lights or the passenger sensing system.
If the light does not come on then, have it See your dealer for service.
fixed immediately.
{ Warning
{ Warning When the vehicle is started, the passenger If the airbag readiness light ever comes
If the airbag readiness light stays on airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, on and stays on, it means that
after the vehicle is started or comes on and the symbols for on and off, for several something may be wrong with the airbag
while driving, it means the airbag system seconds as a system check. Then, after system. To help avoid injury to yourself
might not be working properly. The several more seconds, the status indicator or others, have the vehicle serviced right
airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in will light either ON or OFF, and either the away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105
a crash, or they could even inflate on or off symbol, to let you know the for more information, including important
without a crash. To help avoid injury, status of the front outboard passenger safety information.
have the vehicle serviced right away. frontal airbag.
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Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp Caution (Continued)
(Check Engine Light) run smoothly. This could lead to costly
This light is part of the vehicle’s emission repairs that might not be covered by the
control on-board diagnostic system. If this vehicle warranty.
light is on while the engine is running, a
malfunction has been detected and the
vehicle may require service. The light should Caution
The charging system light comes on briefly come on to show that it is working when Modifications to the engine, transmission,
when the ignition is turned on, but the the ignition is in Service Mode. See Ignition exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the
engine is not running, as a check to show Positions 0 200. use of replacement tires that do not
the light is working. It should go out when meet the original tire specifications, can
the engine is started. cause this light to come on. This could
If the light stays on, or comes on while lead to costly repairs not covered by the
driving, there may be a problem with the vehicle warranty. This could also affect
electrical charging system. Have it checked the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions
by your dealer. Driving while this light is on Inspection/Maintenance test. See
could drain the battery. Malfunctions are often indicated by the Accessories and Modifications 0 260 or
When this light comes on, or is flashing, the system before any problem is noticeable. Accessories and Modifications 0 260.
Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays Being aware of the light and seeking service
promptly when it comes on may prevent If the light is flashing : A malfunction has
a message.
damage. been detected that could damage the
If a short distance must be driven with the emission control system and increase vehicle
light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, Caution emissions. Diagnosis and service may be
such as the radio and air conditioner. Find a required.
safe place to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle is driven continually with
this light on, the emission control system
may not work as well, the fuel economy
may be lower, and the vehicle may not
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To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel The vehicle may not pass inspection if:
speed and avoid hard accelerations and brand. It may require at least one full . The light is on when the engine is
uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the tank of the proper fuel to turn the light running.
amount of cargo being hauled as soon as off. See Recommended Fuel 0 244. . The light does not come on when the
possible. If the light remains on, see your dealer. ignition is in Service Mode.
If the light continues to flash, find a safe . Critical emission control systems have not
place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
been completely diagnosed. If this
at least 10 seconds before restarting the Programs happens, the vehicle would not be ready
engine. If the light is still flashing, follow If the vehicle requires an Emissions for inspection and might require
the previous guidelines and see your dealer Inspection/Maintenance test, the test several days of routine driving before the
for service as soon as possible. equipment will likely connect to the system is ready for inspection. This can
If the light is on steady : A malfunction has vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC). happen if the 12-volt battery has recently
been detected. Diagnosis and service may be been replaced or run down, or if the
required. vehicle has been recently serviced.
Check the following: See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass
. If fuel has been added to the vehicle or cannot be made ready for the test.
using the capless fuel funnel adapter, Brake System Warning Light
make sure that it has been removed. See
“Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” The DLC is under the instrument panel to
under Filling the Tank 0 245. The the left of the steering wheel. Connecting
diagnostic system can detect if the devices that are not used to perform an
adapter has been left installed in the Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to
vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into service the vehicle may affect vehicle
the atmosphere. A few driving trips with operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment
the adapter removed may turn off the Metric English
0 258. See your dealer if assistance is
light. needed.
. Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient
engine operation and poor driveability,
which may go away once the engine is
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This light comes on briefly when the vehicle Electric Parking Brake Light Service Electric Parking Brake
is turned on to show that the light is
working. If it does not come on then, have Light
it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
If the light comes on and stays on, there is
a brake problem. Have the brake system
inspected right away. This light may come Metric English Base Level
on if the brake fluid is low. See Brake Fluid
0 273. This light may come on briefly when the
If the light comes on while driving, pull off vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on,
the road and stop carefully. The brake pedal have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if
might be harder to push, or the brake pedal there is a problem.
may go closer to the floor. It could take If this light stays on or comes on while
longer to stop. If the light is still on, have driving, there is a problem with the Electric
the vehicle towed for service. See Parking Brake (EPB). Take the vehicle to a
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle 0 315. English Uplevel dealer as soon as possible. In addition to the
parking brake, other safety functions that
{ Warning This light comes on when the parking brake utilize the EPB may also be degraded.
is applied. If the light continues flashing A message may also display in the Driver
The brake system might not be working
after the parking brake is released, or while Information Center (DIC). See Electric Parking
properly if the brake system warning driving, there is a problem with the Electric
light is on. Driving with the brake system Brake 0 211.
Parking Brake system. A message may also
warning light on can lead to a crash. display in the Driver Information
If the light is still on after the vehicle has Center (DIC).
been pulled off the road and carefully
If the light does not come on, or remains
stopped, have the vehicle towed for
flashing, see your dealer.
service.
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Antilock Brake System (ABS) Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light LKA will not assist or alert if the turn signal
is active in the direction of lane departure,
Warning Light or if LKA detects that you are accelerating,
braking, or actively steering. See Lane Keep
Assist (LKA) 0 242.

Vehicle Ahead Indicator

If equipped, the Lane Keep Assist Light may

This light comes on briefly when the vehicle display the following colors:
is turned on to show that the light is . Blank: LKA is disabled.
working. If it does not come on then, have . White: Appears when the vehicle starts.
it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if A steady white light indicates that LKA is
there is a problem. not ready to assist. If equipped, this indicator will display green
If the ABS warning light stays on, or comes . Green: Appears when LKA is turned on when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber
on again while driving, the vehicle needs and ready to assist. LKA will gently turn when you are following a vehicle ahead
service. A chime may also sound when the the steering wheel if the vehicle much too closely.
light stays on. approaches a detected lane marking. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
. Amber: Appears when LKA is active. The 0 235.
If the ABS warning light is the only light on,
the vehicle has regular brakes, but ABS is light flashes amber as a Lane Departure
not functioning. Warning (LDW) alert to indicate that the Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
lane marking has been unintentionally
If both the ABS warning light and the brake crossed. If the system detects you are
system warning light are on, ABS is not steering intentionally (to pass or change
functioning and there is a problem with the lanes), the LDW alert may not display.
regular brakes. See your dealer for service.
See Brake System Warning Light 0 108.
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If equipped, this indicator will display amber If TCS is off, wheel slip during acceleration is See Traction Control/Electronic Stability
when a nearby pedestrian is detected in not limited unless necessary to help protect Control 0 213.
front of the vehicle. the driveline from damage. Adjust driving
accordingly. Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
0 238. Off Light
Traction Control System (TCS)/
Traction Off Light Electronic Stability Control Light

This light comes on briefly when the vehicle

is turned on to show that the light is
This light comes on briefly when the vehicle This light comes on briefly when the vehicle working. If it does not come on then, have
is turned on to show that the light is is turned on to show that the light is it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if
working. If it does not come on then, have working. If it does not come on then, have there is a problem.
it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if This light comes on when the Electronic
there is a problem. there is a problem. Stability Control (ESC) system is turned off.
The traction off light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS If ESC is off, the Traction Control System
Traction Control System (TCS) has been and potentially the StabiliTrak/ESC system (TCS) is also off. To turn ESC off and on, see
turned off. If StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability are not fully operational and may not assist Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
Control (ESC) is turned off, TCS is also in maintaining control. Adjust driving 0 213.
turned off. To turn TCS and ESC off and on, accordingly. If the condition persists, see If ESC and TCS are off, the systems do not
see Traction Control/Electronic Stability your dealer as soon as possible. A Driver assist in controlling the vehicle. Adjust
Control 0 213. Information Center (DIC) message may driving accordingly.
display.
The light flashes when the TCS and/or the
StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively working.
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Driver Mode Control Light If equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Oil Pressure Light
System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly
when the vehicle is started. It provides Caution
information about tire pressures and
Driving the vehicle with low engine oil
the TPMS.
pressure can damage the engine and the
When the Light Is On Steady repairs would not be covered by the
This indicates that one or more of the tires vehicle warranty.
This light comes on when Sport Mode is are significantly underinflated. If the engine oil pressure light comes on
selected. A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire while driving:
pressure message may also display. Stop as 1. Stop in a safe location and turn off
soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the the engine.
pressure value shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure 2. Check the oil level. See Engine Oil
0 294. 0 264.
When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On 3. Add oil if the oil level is below the
Steady normal operating range.
This light comes on when the Tow/Haul
Mode is selected. If the light flashes for about a minute and 4. Restart the vehicle. If the engine oil
then stays on, there may be a problem with pressure light stays on for more
See Driver Mode Control 0 214. than 10 seconds, turn the vehicle
the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected,
the light will come on every time the back off. Do not restart the vehicle.
Tire Pressure Light See your dealer for service.
vehicle is started. See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 297.
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This light should come on briefly when the Security Light See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
engine starts. When the engine is off and 0 127.
the vehicle is on, the light should remain See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 126.
illuminated. If it does not come on under
either condition, contact your dealer. Automatic High-Beam Light
If the light comes on and stays on when the
engine is running, it may not have adequate
oil pressure. The oil level may be low or
there may be some other oil system The security light should come on briefly as
problem. Turn the engine off when it is safe the engine is started. If it does not come on,
to do so and contact your dealer. have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally, the
Low Fuel Warning Light indicator light turns off. If equipped, this light comes on when the
IntelliBeam system or Adaptive Headlight
If the light stays on and the engine does system is enabled.
not start, there could be a problem with the
theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 126.
Operation 0 26.
Adaptive Headlight System Light
High-Beam On Light
A Low Fuel Warning Light near the fuel
gauge comes on briefly when the ignition is
turned on as a check to show it is working.
It also comes on when the fuel gauge
indicator nears empty. The light turns off
when fuel is added. If it does not, have the If equipped, this light comes when there is a
vehicle serviced. This light comes on when the high-beam problem with the Adaptive Headlight
headlamps are in use. system (AHS).
See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 126.
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Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level)
The DIC displays are shown in the center of
the instrument cluster in the Info app. See
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or
This light comes on when the exterior lamps If equipped, this light is white when the Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. The
are in use, except when only the Daytime Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is on and displays show the status of many vehicle
Running Lamps (DRL) are active. See Exterior ready, and turns green when the ACC is set systems.
Lamp Controls 0 126. and active.

Cruise Control Light See Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced)

0 218.

Door Ajar Light

The cruise control light is white when the

cruise control is on and ready, and turns
green when the cruise control is set and Base Level Uplevel
active. S or T : Press to move left or right
This light comes on when a door is open or
See Cruise Control 0 216. not securely latched. Before driving, check between the interactive display zones in the
that all doors are properly closed. cluster. Press the thumbwheel to select.
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y or z : Use the thumbwheel to scroll up Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either Fuel Range : Shows the approximate
or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per distance the vehicle can be driven without
select. hour (mph). If equipped, press T to open refueling. LOW will be displayed when the
the menu and select to display speed limit vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range
DIC Info Page Options signs. estimate is based on an average of the
The info pages on the DIC can be turned on vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving
Trip A or Trip B : Shows the current distance history and the amount of fuel remaining in
or off through the Options menu. traveled, in either kilometers (km) or the fuel tank.
1. Press S or T to scroll to the Options miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last
application. reset. Remaining Oil Life : Shows an estimate of
the oil's remaining useful life. If REMAINING
2. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z This also shows the approximate average OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99%
to the Info Page Options and press the liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles of the current oil life remains.
thumbwheel. per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated
based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) When the remaining oil life is low, the
3. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z recorded since the last time this menu item CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will
through the list of possible information was reset. This number reflects only the appear on the display. The oil should be
displays. approximate average fuel economy that the changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil
4. Press the thumbwheel while an item is vehicle has right now, and will change as 0 264. In addition to the engine oil life
highlighted to select or deselect that driving conditions change. system monitoring the oil life, additional
item. When an item is selected, a maintenance is recommended. See
Press and hold the thumbwheel while this Maintenance Schedule 0 328.
checkmark will appear next to it.
display is active to reset the trip odometer
DIC Info Pages and the average fuel economy. Trip A and The Oil Life display must be reset after each
Trip B can also be reset by pressing k and oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not
The following is the list of all possible DIC reset the Oil Life display at any time other
info page displays. Some may not be choosing reset.
than when the oil has just been changed.
available for your particular vehicle. Some It cannot be reset accurately until the next
items may not be turned on by default but oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life
can be turned on through the Options app. System 0 266.
See “DIC Info Page Options” earlier in this
section.
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Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate selected distance. Displayed below the bar ECO Index : Provides feedback on the
pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is graph is the best average fuel economy that efficiency of current driving behavior. The
displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in has been achieved for the selected distance. bar graph shows a value that is based on
pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure The selected distance is displayed at the top current fuel consumption compared to what
is low, the value for that tire is shown in of the page as “last xxx mi/km.” is expected from the vehicle with good and
amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System bad driving habits.
0 296 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation Press T to select the distance or reset best
value. Use y or z to choose the distance Timer : This display can be used as a timer.
0 297. To start the timer, press the thumbwheel
Instantaneous Fuel Economy : Displays the and press the thumbwheel. Scroll y or z while this display is active. The display will
current fuel economy in liters per to select “Reset Best Score.” Press the show the amount of time that has passed
100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per thumbwheel to reset the best average fuel since the timer was last reset. To stop the
gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the economy. After reset, the best value timer, press the thumbwheel briefly while
approximate fuel economy that the vehicle displays “-,-” until the selected distance has this display is active and the timer is
has right now and changes frequently as been traveled. running. To reset the timer to zero, press
driving conditions change. This display The display provides information on how and hold the thumbwheel while this display
cannot be reset. current driving behavior affects the running is active, or press T and select reset.
Average Vehicle Speed : Displays the average and how well recent driving
Speed Limit : Shows sign information, which
average vehicle speed of the vehicle in compares to the best that has been
comes from a roadway database in the
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per achieved for the selected distance.
on-board navigation, if equipped.
hour (mph). This average is based on the Economy Trend : Shows history of the
various vehicle speeds recorded since the Battery Voltage : Displays the current
Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km
last reset. Reset the average speed by battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage
(30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km
pressing the thumbwheel when it is changes are normal while driving. See
(3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will
displayed. Charging System Light 0 107. If there is a
shift to always reflect the most recent
problem with the battery charging system,
Fuel Economy : The center displays the distance on the right side. Press and hold
the DIC will display a message.
approximate instantaneous fuel economy as the thumbwheel to clear the graph or press
a number and bar graph. Displayed above T to reset through the menu.
the bar graph is a running average of fuel
economy for the most recently traveled
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Transmission Fluid Temperature : Shows the S or T : Press to move left or right DIC Info Pages
temperature of the automatic transmission between the interactive display zones in the The following is the list of all possible DIC
fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees cluster. Press the thumbwheel to select. info page displays. Some may not be
Fahrenheit (°F).
y or z : Use the thumbwheel to scroll up available for your particular vehicle. Some
Blank Page : Shows no information. or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to items may not be turned on by default but
select. can be turned on through the Options app.
Driver Information Center (DIC) See “DIC Info Page Options” earlier in this
(Uplevel) DIC Info Page Options section.
The DIC displays are shown in the center of The info pages on the DIC can be turned on Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either
the instrument cluster in the Info app. See or off through the Options menu. kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or 1. Press S to access the cluster hour (mph). The vehicle odometer is also
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. The applications. shown on this page.
displays show the status of many vehicle Speed Signs : Shows sign information, which
systems. 2. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z
to scroll to the Options application. comes from a roadway database in the
on-board navigation.
3. Press the thumbwheel to enter the
Options menu. Trip A or Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, and
Average Speed : Shows the current distance
4. Scroll to Info Pages and press T. traveled, in either kilometers (km) or
5. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last
through the list of possible information reset.
displays. The Average Fuel Economy display shows
6. Press the thumbwheel while an item is the approximate average liters per
highlighted to select or deselect that 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per
item. When an item is selected, a gallon (mpg). This number is calculated
checkmark will appear next to it. based on the number of L/100 km (mpg)
recorded since the last time this menu item
was reset. This number reflects only the
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approximate average fuel economy that the Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the oil's Air Filter Life : If equipped, shows an
vehicle has right now, and will change as remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE estimate of the engine air filter’s remaining
driving conditions change. 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the useful life and the state of the system.
The Average Speed display shows the current oil life remains. Engine Air Filter Life 95% means 95% of the
average speed of the vehicle in kilometers When the remaining oil life is low, the current air filter life remains. Messages will
per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will display based on the engine air filter life
This average is calculated based on the appear on the display. The oil should be and the state of the system. When the
various vehicle speeds recorded since the changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message
last reset of this value. 0 264. In addition to the engine oil life displays, the engine air filter should be
system monitoring the oil life, additional replaced at the time of the next oil change.
Press and hold the thumbwheel while this When the REPLACE NOW message displays,
display is active to reset the trip odometer, maintenance is recommended. See
Maintenance Schedule 0 328. the engine air filter should be replaced as
the average fuel economy, and the average soon as possible.
speed. Or press T and select reset in The Oil Life display must be reset after each
oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not The Air Filter Life display must be reset after
the menu. the engine air filter replacement. To reset,
reset the Oil Life display at any time other
Fuel Range and Instantaneous Fuel than when the oil has just been changed. see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 267.
Economy : Shows the approximate distance It cannot be reset accurately until the next Fuel Economy : Displays average fuel
the vehicle can be driven without refueling. oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life economy, the best fuel economy over the
LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is System 0 266. selected distance, and a bar graph showing
low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is instantaneous fuel economy.
based on an average of the vehicle's fuel Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate
economy over recent driving history and the pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is Press T to change the selected distance.
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in Press and hold the thumbwheel while this
The Instantaneous Fuel Economy display pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure display is active to reset the best fuel
shows the current fuel economy in either is low, the value for that tire is shown in economy and average fuel economy. This
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System display can also be reset by selecting reset
per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only 0 296 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation in the menu.
the approximate fuel economy that the 0 297.
vehicle has right now and changes
frequently as driving conditions change.
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Timer and Fuel Used : Can be used as a Oil Temperature (Base Cluster) : Shows the
timer. To start the timer, press the current oil temperature in either degrees
Caution
thumbwheel while this display is active. The Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). This If you try to use the HUD image as a
display will show the amount of time that display is available in the Performance app parking aid, you may misjudge the
has passed since the timer was last reset. To on the uplevel cluster. distance and damage your vehicle. Do not
stop the timer, press the thumbwheel Off Road : Displays vehicle pitch and roll use the HUD image as a parking aid.
briefly while this display is active and the information, road wheel angle, and all-wheel
timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, drive (AWD) status. The HUD information can be displayed in
press and hold the thumbwheel while this various languages. The speedometer reading
display is active. Blank Page : Shows no information. and other numerical values can be displayed
This also shows the number of liters (L) or in either English or metric units.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
gallons (gal) of fuel used since the last reset The language selection is changed through
of this menu item. If equipped with HUD, certain vehicle the radio and the units of measurement are
information is projected through a lens on changed through the instrument cluster. See
Following Distance : The following distance top of the instrument panel onto the
to a moving vehicle ahead is displayed as a Settings 0 168 and “Options” under
windshield. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or
time value on this page. See Forward
Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 235. Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100.
{ Warning
Economy Trend : Shows history of the If the HUD image is too bright or too
Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km
high in your field of view, it may take
(30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km
you more time to see things you need to
(3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will
shift to always reflect the most recent see when it is dark outside. Be sure to
distance on the right side. Press and hold keep the HUD image dim and placed low
the thumbwheel to clear the graph or press in your field of view.
T to reset through the menu.
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The HUD image can temporarily light up
depending on the angle and position of
sunlight on the HUD image. This is normal.
Polarized sunglasses can make the HUD
image harder to see.
HUD Rotation Option
The HUD control is to the left of the
Allows you to adjust the angle of the HUD
steering wheel.
image.
To adjust the HUD image:
Press the thumbwheel while Adjust Rotation
1. Adjust the driver seat. is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode. Scroll
2. Start the vehicle. to adjust the angle of the HUD image. Press
HUD Image the thumbwheel to confirm and save the
3. Use the following settings to adjust
the HUD. setting. This feature may only be available
Depending on how the vehicle is equipped,
in P (Park). See Instrument Cluster (Base
the HUD may display the following vehicle $ : Press or lift to center the HUD image. Level) 0 98 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
information, messages, or alerts: The HUD image can only be adjusted up and 0 100.
. Speed down, not side to side.
. Audio HUD Views
. Phone
! : Press to select the display view. Each There are four views in the HUD. Some
press will change the display view. vehicle information and vehicle messages or
. Navigation
D : Lift and hold to brighten the display. alerts may be displayed in any view.
. Performance
. Driver Assistance Features
Press and hold to dim the display. Continue
to hold to turn the display off.
. Vehicle Messages
The HUD image will automatically dim and
Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in brighten to compensate for outside lighting.
the HUD may be cleared by using the Adjust as needed.
steering wheel controls. See Vehicle
Messages 0 122. English Shown, Metric Similar
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Speed View : If equipped, displays digital Incoming phone calls appearing in the Performance View : If equipped, displays
speed in English or metric units, speed limit, instrument cluster may also display in any digital speed, indicators from speed view,
vehicle ahead, Lane Departure Warning/Lane HUD view. rpm reading, transmission positions, and
Keep Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control and gear shift indicator.
set speed.
Care of the HUD
The speed limit sign can be disabled in the
HUD settings under Options in the Cluster Clean the inside of the windshield to remove
Menu. See Instrument Cluster (Base Level) any dirt or film that could reduce the
0 98 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. sharpness or clarity of the HUD image.
English Shown, Metric Similar Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth
sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the lens
Navigation View : If equipped, displays gently, then dry it.
digital speed, indicators from speed view,
and turn-by-turn navigation information. The HUD Troubleshooting
compass heading is displayed when If you cannot see the HUD image when the
navigation routing is not active. vehicle is on, ensure that:
English Shown, Metric Similar
Navigation turn-by-turn alerts shown in the . Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
Audio/Phone View : Displays digital speed, instrument cluster may also be displayed in . The HUD brightness setting is not too
indicators from speed view, and audio/ any HUD view. dim or too bright.
phone information. The current radio . The HUD is adjusted to the proper height
station, media type, and incoming calls will and rotation.
be displayed. . You are not wearing polarized sunglasses.
All HUD views may briefly display audio . The windshield and HUD lens are clean.
information when the steering wheel
controls are used to adjust the audio If you continue to experience problems with
settings appearing in the instrument cluster. the HUD, contact your dealer.
English Shown, Metric Similar
The windshield is part of the HUD system.
See Windshield Replacement 0 276.
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. Cruise Control Under certain operating conditions,
Vehicle Messages . propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
Lighting and Bulb Replacement
Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the . Wiper/Washer Systems after the ignition has been off for
status of the vehicle or some action that 30 seconds.
. Doors and Windows
may be needed to correct a condition.
Multiple messages may appear one after . Seat Belts Vehicle Speed Messages
another. . Airbag Systems
. Engine and Transmission
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be acknowledged and . Tire Pressure This message shows that the vehicle speed
has been limited to the speed displayed. The
cleared by pressing V. The messages that . Battery
limited speed is a protection for various
require immediate action cannot be cleared
until that action is performed. Engine Power Messages propulsion and vehicle systems, such as
lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension,
All messages should be taken seriously; ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Teen Driver if equipped, or tires.
clearing the message does not correct the This message displays when the vehicle's
problem. propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in Universal Remote System
If a SERVICE message appears, see your propulsion power can affect the vehicle's
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347.
dealer. ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
Follow the instructions given in the but there is no observed reduction in
messages. The system displays messages performance, proceed to your destination.
regarding the following topics: Under certain conditions the performance
may be reduced the next time the vehicle is
. Service Messages
driven. The vehicle may be driven while this
. Fluid Levels message is on, but maximum acceleration
. Vehicle Security and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
. Brakes message stays on, or displays repeatedly,
. Steering the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
for service as soon as possible.
. Ride Control Systems
. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
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Universal Remote System Keep the original hand-held transmitter for The hand-held transmitter was supplied
use in other vehicles as well as for future by the manufacturer of the garage door
Programming programming. Erase the programming when opener receiver.
vehicle ownership is terminated. See 2. Press and release one of the three
“Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons” Universal Remote system buttons to be
later in this section. programmed. Press and hold the
To program a garage door opener, park hand-held transmitter button. Do not
outside directly in line with and facing the release the hand-held transmitter button
garage door opener receiver. Clear all people until the indicator light changes from a
and objects near the garage door. slow to a rapid flash or continuous light.
Then release the hand-held transmitter
Make sure the hand-held transmitter has a button.
new battery for quick and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Some garage door openers may require
substitution of Step 2 with the procedure
Programming the Universal Remote under “Radio Signals for Some Gate
If equipped, these buttons are in the System Operators” later in this section.
overhead console. Programming involves time-sensitive actions 3. Press and hold the newly programmed
and may time out, requiring the procedure Universal Remote system button for
This system can replace up to three remote
to be repeated. Read these instructions five seconds while watching the indicator
control transmitters used to activate devices
completely before programming the light and garage door activation.
such as garage door openers, security
systems, and home automation devices. Universal Remote system. It may help to . If the indicator light stays on
These instructions refer to a garage door have another person assist with the continuously or the garage door
opener, but can be used for other devices. programming process. moves when the button is pressed,
1. Hold the end of the hand-held then programming is complete. There
Do not use the Universal Remote system is no need to complete Steps 4–6.
with any garage door opener that does not transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 in)
away from the Universal Remote system . If the indicator light does not come
have the stop and reverse feature. This
buttons with the indicator light in view. on or the garage door does not
includes any garage door opener model
move, a second button press may be
manufactured before April 1, 1982.
required. For a second time, press
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and hold the newly programmed 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press Press and hold the Universal Remote system
button for five seconds. If the and hold the trained Universal Remote button while pressing and releasing the
indicator light stays on continuously system button for two seconds and hand-held transmitter button every
or the garage door moves when the release. Repeat the “press/hold/release” two seconds until the signal has been
button is pressed, then programming sequence up to three times to complete successfully accepted by the Universal
is complete. There is no need to the training process. Remote system. The Universal Remote
complete Steps 4–6. The Universal Remote system should now system indicator light will flash slowly at
. If the garage door does not move, activate the garage door. Repeat the process first and then change to a rapid flash or
continue with programming for programming the remaining two continuous solid-light. Proceed with Step 3
Steps 4–6. buttons. under “Programming the Universal Remote
System” to complete.
For questions or programming help, see
www.homelink.com/gm or call Universal Remote System
1-800-355-3515. For calls placed outside the Operation
U.S., Canada, or Puerto Rico, international
rates will apply and may differ based on Using the Universal Remote System
landline or mobile phone.
Press and hold the appropriate Universal
Radio Signals for Some Gate Operators Remote system button for at least one-half
second. The indicator light will come on
Some gate operators and radio-frequency while the signal is being transmitted.
Learn or Smart Button laws require transmitter signals to time out
4. After completing Steps 1–3, locate the or quit after several seconds of transmission. Erasing Universal Remote System
Learn or Smart button inside garage on This may not be long enough for the Buttons
the garage door opener receiver. The Universal Remote system to pick up the
signal during programming. Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle
name and color of the button may vary ownership is terminated.
by manufacturer. If the programming did not work, replace
Step 2 under “Programming the Universal To erase:
5. Press and release the Learn or Smart
button. Step 6 must be completed within Remote System” with the following: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons
30 seconds of pressing this button. until the indicator light begins to flash.
This should take about 10 seconds.
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2. Release both buttons.
Reprogramming a Single Universal
Remote System Button
To reprogram any of the system buttons:
1. Press and hold any one of the buttons.
Do not release the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to flash
after 20 seconds. Without releasing the
button, proceed with Step 1 under
“Programming the Universal Remote
System.”
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Lighting Exterior Lighting 2 : Turns on the headlamps together with
the parking lamps and instrument panel
Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls lights.
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 IntelliBeam System
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 127
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . 127 If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 high-beam headlamps on and off according
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 128 to surrounding traffic conditions.
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . 128 The system turns the high-beam headlamps
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . 129 on when it is dark enough and there is no
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 other traffic present.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . 130
This light b comes on in the instrument
Interior Lighting The exterior lamp control is on the turn cluster when the IntelliBeam system is
Instrument Panel Illumination signal lever. enabled.
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Turn the control to the following positions: Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn to O
again to reactivate the AUTO mode.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 If equipped, the headlamps may
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 automatically reactivate when the vehicle is
Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 shifted out of P (Park).
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 133 lamps on and off, depending on outside
lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps including
all lamps, except the headlamps.
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To enable the IntelliBeam system, press . The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the . The vehicle is being driven on winding or
b on the turn signal lever when it is button on the turn signal lever. If this hilly roads.
dark outside and the exterior lamp control is happens, press b on the turn signal The automatic high-beam headlamps may
in AUTO or 2. lever when the exterior lamp control is in need to be disabled if any of the above
the AUTO or 2 position to reactivate the conditions exist.
Driving with IntelliBeam
IntelliBeam system. The instrument
The system only activates the high beams cluster light will come on to indicate the Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph). IntelliBeam system is reactivated. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is
The blue high-beam on light appears on the The high beams may not turn off opened while the ignition is off and the
instrument cluster when the high beams automatically if the system cannot detect exterior lamps are on.
are on. another vehicle's lamps because of any of
the following: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
There is a sensor near the top center of the
windshield that automatically controls the . The other vehicle's lamps are missing, Changer
system. Keep this area of the windshield damaged, obstructed from view, Push the turn signal lever away from you
clear of debris to allow for best system or otherwise undetected. and release, to turn the high beams on. To
performance. . The other vehicle's lamps are covered return to low beams, push the lever again
The high-beam headlamps remain on, under with dirt, snow, and/or road spray. or pull it toward you and release.
the automatic control, until one of the . The other vehicle's lamps cannot be
following situations occurs: detected due to dense exhaust, smoke,
. The system detects an approaching fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other
vehicle's headlamps. airborne obstructions.
. The system detects a preceding vehicle's . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, cracked,
taillamps. or obstructed by something that blocks
the view of the light sensor.
. The outside light is bright enough that This indicator light turns on in the
. The vehicle is loaded such that the front
high-beam headlamps are not required. instrument cluster when the high-beam
end points upward, causing the light
. The vehicle's speed drops below 20 km/h headlamps are on.
sensor to aim high and not detect
(12 mph). headlamps and taillamps.
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Flash-to-Pass Automatic Headlamp System delay before the automatic headlamp
system changes to the Daytime Running
This feature is used to signal to the vehicle When the exterior lamp control is set to Lamps (DRL). During that delay, the
ahead that you want to pass. AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the instrument cluster may not be as bright as
If the headlamps are off or in the low-beam headlamps come on automatically. usual. Make sure the instrument panel
position, pull the turn signal lever toward brightness control is in the full bright
you to momentarily switch to high beams. position. See Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0 131.
Release the lever to turn the high-beam
headlamps off. When it is bright enough outside, the
headlamps will turn off or may change
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) to DRL.
DRL can make it easier for others to see the The automatic headlamp system turns off
front of your vehicle during the day. Fully when the exterior lamp control is turned to
functional DRL are required on all vehicles O or the ignition is off.
first sold in Canada.
Lights On with Wipers
The dedicated DRL will come on when all of
the following conditions are met: If the windshield wipers are activated in
There is a light sensor on top of the daylight with the engine on, and the
. The vehicle is on.
instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor; exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the
. The exterior lamp control is in AUTO. otherwise the headlamps will come on when headlamps, parking lamps, and other
. The light sensor determines it is daytime. they are not needed. exterior lamps come on. The transition time
The taillamps, instrument panel lights, and The system may also turn on the headlamps for the lamps coming on varies based on
other lamps will not be on. when driving through a parking garage or wiper speed. When the wipers are not
tunnel. operating, these lamps turn off. Move the
The DRL turn off when the headlamps are
exterior lamp control to O or ; to disable
turned to O or the vehicle is off. For If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the
automatic headlamp system comes on this feature.
vehicles sold in Canada, this control only
works when the vehicle is parked. immediately. If it is light outside when the
vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight
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Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) If equipped, the AFL system automatically Country Light
modifies the low-beam lighting patterns to
If equipped with the AFL system, the the situation to enable optimal light
high-beam headlamps move horizontally performance for the driver. Light distribution
while turning the steering wheel to provide and intensity of low-beam light are
greater road illumination around curves. controlled based on exterior lighting
conditions, vehicle location, and driving
situations.
Town Light If equipped, the country light activates
automatically at a speed above 55 km/h
(34 mph).
The illumination of the current lane and the
To activate AFL, set the exterior lamp side of the road is improved, reducing glare
control to the Auto position, and Adaptive to oncoming and preceding vehicles.
Headlight system is active. See Exterior Freeway/Motorway Light
Lamp Controls 0 126.
If equipped, the town light activates
To adjust the AFL setting, go to the automatically at a speed greater than
infotainment home screen and select 30 km/h (18 mph) up to 55 km/h (34 mph)
Settings > Vehicle > Lighting. while driving within a city.
Moving the exterior lamp controls out of the The light is wide and symmetrical. The
Auto position will deactivate the system. special beam pattern is designed to prevent
The high-beam headlamps can move glare for other road users. If equipped, when driving faster than
horizontally when the vehicle speed is 90 km/h (55 mph) on freeways, the
greater than 3 km/h (2 mph). Headlamps will low-beam illumination is smaller and
not move horizontally when the electric extended.
drive unit is in R (Reverse).
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Adverse Weather Light Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Signals

If equipped, the adverse weather light

activates automatically when driving in
adverse weather conditions (heavy rain,
snow, sleet, freezing rain, etc.). Move the lever all the way up or down to
signal a turn.
The illumination is shifted more to the side
of the road to highlight road signs, and An arrow on the instrument cluster will
reduces glare caused by reflecting of wet | : Press to make the front and rear turn flash in the direction of the turn or lane
roads. signal lamps flash on and off. This warns change.
Maneuvering Light others that you are having trouble. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow
Press | again to turn the flashers off. starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold
it there until the lane change is complete.
If the lever is moved momentarily to the
lane change position, the arrow will flash
three times. It will flash six times if Tow/
Haul Mode is active.
The lever returns to its starting position
If equipped, the maneuvering light activates when it is released.
automatically at speeds less than 7 km/h
(4 mph) when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). If after signaling a turn or lane change, the
The maneuvering light illumination improves arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a
parking and maneuvering situations. signal bulb may be burned out.
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Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a The thumbwheel is functional at night, To operate, press the following buttons:
bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See or when the headlamps or parking lamps
Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 284. are on. j OFF : Press to turn off the dome
lamps when any door is opened, K on the
Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps remote key is pressed, or when the vehicle
is turned off. An indicator light on the
The courtesy lamps come on when any door
Instrument Panel Illumination button will turn on when the dome lamp
is opened, K on the remote key is pressed,
override is activated. Press j OFF again
Control or when the vehicle is turned off. See Dome
to deactivate this feature and the indicator
Lamps 0 131.
light will turn off.
Dome Lamps +ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps
on or off manually.

Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps on the overhead
console and over the rear seats. These lamps
come on when any door is opened.
Front Reading Lamps
The front reading lamps are in the overhead
console.
This feature adjusts the brightness of all
illuminated controls. This feature is on the
left side of the instrument panel.
The dome lamp controls are in the overhead
D : Move the thumbwheel up or down to console.
brighten or dim the lights.
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Lighting Features The exterior and interior lamps remain on
for a set amount of time, then automatically
Entry Lighting turn off.
The interior lights turn on when the vehicle
The interior lamps turn on when pressing K is turned off.
on the remote key or opening any doors,
and the dome lamp control is in the door The exterior lamps turn off immediately by
position. turning the exterior lamp control off.
Some exterior lamps also turn on when This feature can be changed. On the
pressing K on the remote key or opening infotainment home screen, select Settings >
any doors. Low-beam lamps will only turn Vehicle > Lighting.
on briefly at night, or in areas with limited Battery Load Management
Press the lamp lenses to turn the front lighting.
reading lamps on or off. The vehicle has Electric Power Management
All lamps will gradually dim and turn off
(EPM) that estimates the battery's
Rear Reading Lamps after about 30 seconds.
temperature and state of charge. It then
The rear reading lamps are over the rear Entry lighting can be disabled manually by adjusts the voltage for best performance
seats. closing all doors, pressing Q on the remote and extended life of the battery.
key, or starting the vehicle. When the battery's state of charge is low,
This feature can be changed. On the the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring
infotainment home screen, select Settings > the charge back up. When the state of
Vehicle > Lighting. charge is high, the voltage is lowered
slightly to prevent overcharging. If the
Exit Lighting vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage
display on the Driver Information Center
Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn
(DIC), you may see the voltage move up or
on when the driver door is opened after the
down. This is normal. If there is a problem,
vehicle is turned off.
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear an alert will be displayed.
passenger reading lamps on or off.
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The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads as much as possible. See
electrical loads are very high. This is true for Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
all vehicles. This is because the generator 0 114 or Driver Information Center (DIC)
(alternator) may not be spinning fast (Uplevel) 0 117.
enough at idle to produce all of the power
needed for very high electrical loads. Battery Power Protection
A high electrical load occurs when several of This feature helps prevent the battery from
the following are on, such as: headlamps, being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps
high beams, rear window defogger, climate or reading lamps are accidentally left on.
control fan at high speed, heated seats, If any of these lamps are left on, they
engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads automatically turn off after 10 minutes,
plugged into accessory power outlets. if the ignition is off. The lamps will not
come back on again until one of the
EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of
following occurs:
the battery. It does this by balancing the
generator's output and the vehicle's . The ignition is turned on.
electrical needs. It can increase engine idle . The doors are closed and then re-opened.
speed to generate more power whenever
needed. It can temporarily reduce the power Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
demands of some accessories. The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes
Normally, these actions occur in steps or after the vehicle is turned off, if the parking
levels, without being noticeable. In rare lamps or headlamps have been manually
cases at the highest levels of corrective left on. This protects against draining the
action, this action may be noticeable to the battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn
driver. If so, a DIC battery voltage and the exterior lamp control to the O position
charging message displays. It is and then back to the ; or 2 position.
recommended that the driver reduce the
To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the vehicle must be on or in
accessory mode.
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Infotainment System If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Introduction
Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . 157 Read the following pages to become familiar
Introduction with the features.
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Voice Recognition
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 { Warning
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Phone Taking your eyes off the road for too
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 long or too often while using any
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a infotainment feature can cause a crash.
Radio Phone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 You or others could be injured or killed.
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . 167 Do not give extended attention to
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 infotainment tasks while driving. Limit
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Settings
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 your glances at the vehicle displays and
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 focus your attention on driving. Use voice
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 commands whenever possible.
Trademarks and License Agreements
Audio Players Trademarks and License The infotainment system has built-in
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . 143 Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 features intended to help avoid distraction
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 by disabling some features when driving.
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 These features may become disabled on the
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 infotainment home screen when they are
unavailable. Many infotainment features are
Navigation also available through the instrument cluster
Using the Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . 147 and steering wheel controls.
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Before driving:
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 . Become familiar with the operation,
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . 156 center stack controls, steering wheel
Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 controls, and infotainment display.
Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . 157
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. Set up the audio by presetting favorite
stations, setting the tone, and adjusting
Overview
the speakers. Infotainment System
. Set up phone numbers in advance so they The infotainment system is controlled by using the infotainment display, the controls on the
can be called easily by pressing a single center stack, steering wheel controls, and voice recognition.
control or by using a single voice
command.
See Distracted Driving 0 189.
Active Noise Cancellation
If equipped, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
reduces engine noise in the vehicle’s interior.
ANC requires the factory-installed audio
system, radio, speakers, amplifier (if
equipped), induction system, and exhaust
system to work properly. Deactivation is
required by your dealer if related
aftermarket equipment is installed.
1. { (Home Page) 2. 7
. Press to go to the Home Page. See . Radio: Press and release to go to
“Home Page” later in this section. the previous station or channel.
. Press to exit Android Auto or Apple Press and hold to fast seek the
CarPlay. To enter back into Android next strongest previous station or
Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and channel. See AM-FM Radio 0 140.
hold. See Apple CarPlay and . USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek to
Android Auto 0 167. the beginning of the current or
previous track. Press and hold to
quickly reverse through a track.
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Release to return to playing speed. 5. S BACK Steering Wheel Controls
See USB Port 0 144 or . BACK may include an arrow or not
Bluetooth Audio 0 146. next to the icon. Either way, the
3. O (Power) function is the same. Press S
. Press to turn the power on. BACK to return to the previous
. Press to mute/unmute the system display in a menu.
when on. Home Page
. Press and hold to display the
power off screen or the option to The Home Page is where vehicle application
display the power off screen. icons are accessed. Some applications are
disabled when the vehicle is moving.
. Turn to decrease or increase the
volume. Swipe left or right across the display to
4. 6 access the pages of icons.
. Radio: Press and release to go to Managing Home Page Icons If equipped, some audio controls can be
the next station or channel. Press 1. Touch and hold any of the Home Page adjusted at the steering wheel.
and hold to fast seek the next icons to enter edit mode.
track or strongest station or g : Press to answer an incoming call or
2. Continue holding the icon and drag it to start voice recognition. See Bluetooth
channel. the desired position. (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 164 or
. USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek the
3. Release your finger to drop the icon in Bluetooth (Overview) 0 163.
next track. Press and hold to fast the desired position.
forward through a track. Release to c : Press to reject an incoming call or end
return to playing speed. See USB 4. To move an application to another page, a current call. Press to mute or unmute the
Port 0 144 or Bluetooth Audio drag the icon to the edge of the display infotainment system when not on a call.
0 146. toward the desired page.
5. Continue dragging and dropping
application icons as desired.
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Phone creating or signing into an existing profile.
The removed profile can be logged into at a
Touch the Phone icon to display the Phone
later time.
main page. See Bluetooth (Pairing and Using
a Phone) 0 164 or Bluetooth (Overview) Settings
0 163.
Touch the Settings icon to display the
Nav Settings menu. See Settings 0 168.
If equipped, touch the Nav icon to display Apple CarPlay
the navigation map. See Using the
Navigation System 0 147. Touch the Apple CarPlay icon to activate
Apple CarPlay (if equipped) after a
Climate supported device is connected. See Apple
CarPlay and Android Auto 0 167.
The favorite and volume switches are on the If equipped, touch the Climate icon to
back of the steering wheel. display the Climate main page. See Dual Android Auto
1. Favorite: When on a radio source, press Automatic Climate Control System 0 181.
Touch the Android Auto icon to activate
to select the next or previous favorite. Wi-Fi Hotspot Android Auto (if equipped) after a supported
When on a media source, press to select device is connected. See Apple CarPlay and
the next or previous track. Touch the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon to display the
Android Auto 0 167.
Wi-Fi Hotspot information. See Settings
2. Volume: Press to increase or decrease
0 168. Apps
the volume.
Users If equipped, in-vehicle apps are available for
Using the System download. Touch the Apps icon on the
If equipped, touch the Users icon to sign in
Home Page to begin.
Audio or create a new user profile, and follow the
on-screen instructions. Downloading and using in-vehicle apps
Touch the Audio icon to display the active
requires Internet connectivity which can be
audio source page. Examples of available Only four user profiles can be active at one
accessed with a data plan through the
sources may include AM, FM, SXM (if time in the vehicle. It may be necessary to
vehicle’s built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot,
equipped), USB, and Bluetooth. remove a profile from the menu before
if equipped, or a compatible mobile device
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hotspot. On most mobile devices, activation Haptic Feedback Touch and Hold
of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the device’s
If equipped, haptic feedback is a pulse that
Settings menu under Mobile Network
occurs when an icon or option is touched on
Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot,
the display or when controls on the center
or similar.
stack are pressed.
Availability of apps and connectivity varies
by vehicle, conditions, and location. Data Infotainment Gestures
plan rates apply. Features are subject to Use the following finger gestures to control
change. For more information, see the infotainment system.
www.my.buick.com/learn.
Touch/Tap
OnStar Services Touch and hold can be used to start another
gesture, or to move or delete an application.
If equipped, touch the OnStar Services icon
to display the OnStar Services and Account Drag
pages. See OnStar Overview 0 350.
Shortcut Tray
The shortcut tray is near the bottom of the
display. It shows up to four applications.
Infotainment Display Features
Touch/tap is used to select an icon or
Infotainment display features show on the option, activate an application, or change
display when available. When a feature is the location inside a map.
unavailable, it may gray out. When a Drag is used to move applications on the
feature is touched, it may highlight. Home Page, or to pan the map. To drag the
item, it must be held and moved along the
display to the new location. This can be
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done up, down, right, or left. This feature is Fling or swipe is used to scroll through a Pinch
only available when vehicle is parked and list, pan the map, or change page views. Do
not in motion. this by placing a finger on the display then
Nudge moving it rapidly up and down or right
and left.
Spread

Pinch is used to zoom out on a map, certain

images, or a web page. Place finger and
thumb apart on the display, then move
Nudge is used to move items a short them together.
distance on a list or a map. To nudge, hold Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle
and move the selected item up or down to Spread is used to zoom in on a map, certain Information and Radio Displays
a new location. images, or a web page. Place finger and
thumb together on the display, then move For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or
Fling or Swipe vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth to
them apart.
wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface
with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle
brush to remove dirt that could scratch the
surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by
gently rubbing to clean. Never use window
cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash
the microfiber cloth separately, using mild
soap. Do not use bleach or fabric softener.
Rinse thoroughly and air dry before
next use.
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Software Updates Fade/Balance : Touch to adjust by using the If equipped, touch Update Station List to
controls on the infotainment display or by update the active stations in your area.
Over-the-Air Software Updates tapping/dragging the crosshair. Direct Tune
If equipped, see “Updates” under Settings Finding a Station
0 168 for details on software updates.
Seeking a Station
Radio
AM-FM Radio
Playing the Radio
From the Home Page, touch the Audio icon
to display the active audio source page. Access Direct Tune by touching the Tune
Choose from the three most recently used icon on the infotainment display to bring up
sources listed at the left side of the display the keypad. Navigate through all frequencies
or touch the More icon to display a list of From the AM, FM, or SXM (if equipped)
using 7 or 6 on the right side of the
available sources. Examples of available display, touch 7 or 6 on the infotainment Direct Tune display. Directly enter a station
sources are AM, FM, SXM (if equipped), display to search for the previous or next or channel using the keypad. When a new
MyMedia (if available), USB, AUX (if strong station or channel. station or channel is entered, the
equipped), and Bluetooth.
Browsing Stations information about that station or channel
Infotainment System Sound Menu displays on the right side. This information
From the AM, FM, or SXM (if equipped) will update with each new valid frequency.
From any of the audio source main pages, display, touch Browse to list all available
stations or channels. Navigate up and down Touch H to save the station or channel as
touch Sound to display the following:
through all stations by scrolling the list. a favorite.
Equalizer : Touch to adjust Bass, Midrange,
Touch the station or channel you want to The keypad will gray out entries that do not
Treble, and Surround (if equipped) using the
options on the infotainment display. listen to. Touch H to save the station or contribute to a valid frequency and will
channel as a favorite. automatically place a decimal point within
the frequency number.
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Touch the (X) to the right side of the station AM, FM, and SXM Categories Favorites can also be stored by touching H
digits to delete one number at a time. in a station or channel list. This will
Touch and hold (X) to delete all numbers. highlight indicating that it is now saved as a
A valid AM or FM station will automatically favorite.
tune to the new frequency but not close the The number of favorites displayed is
Direct Tune display. When listening to SXM automatically adjusted by default, but can
(if equipped), touch Go after entering the be manually adjusted in Settings in the
channel. Touch S on the infotainment System tab under Favorites and then Set
display or touch z to exit out of Number of Audio Favorites. It can also be
Direct Tune. adjusted in Settings in the Apps tab under
From the AM stations, if equipped with HD Audio and then Set Number of Audio
The tune arrows on the right side of the Favorites.
Radio, FM, or SXM (if equipped) display,
Direct Tune display 7 or 6 will tune
touch Categories at the top of the Browse
through the complete station or channel list
menu to access the categories list. The list HD Radio Technology
one station step at a time per touch.
contains names associated with the AM or If equipped, HD Radio is a free service with
A touch and hold advances through stations
FM stations, or SXM channels. Touch a features such as digital quality sound, more
or channels quickly.
category name to display a list of stations stations available on a single frequency such
If equipped, HD Radio multicast stations or channels for that category. Touching a as HD2 and HD3, and display information
cannot be tuned directly through the Direct station or channel from the list will tune the such as artist and song title.
Tune feature. Only the analog or radio to that station or channel.
From the Now Playing display, touch the HD
HD1 station can use that feature. Use the
Storing Radio Station Presets Radio icon to turn HD on or off.
display arrows to adjust to the multicast
stations. Favorites show in the area at the top of the Station Access
display. To access HD Radio stations:
AM, FM, SXM (if equipped), and HD Radio 1. Tune the radio to the station. If HD
Stations (if equipped) : Touch and hold a Radio is turned on and the station is
preset to store the current station or broadcasting in HD Radio, the radio will
channel as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite automatically tune to the HD version of
to recall a favorite station. the current channel (HD1) after several
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seconds. The radio will also display icons If the HD Radio signal loses reception while . Display messages from radio stations
representing additional channels (HD2, listening to stations HD2 to HD8, the radio . Provide radio station category information
...HD8), that may be available. When the mutes until the signal can be recovered or (when available)
radio successfully tunes to a HD station, until the station is changed.
the HD logo will display and digital Region Specific RDS features
HD Radio can be disabled if driving in a . Support Traffic Program (TP) Alerts
audio will play. weak signal area. Touch HD Radio On/Off to . Support Alternate Frequency (AF)
2. Touch the display arrows to tune to the toggle HD Radio reception on and off.
previous or next HD Radio station. Switching
There may be a delay before the station
Radio Data System (RDS) . Support Region Switching

starts playing. RDS relies on receiving specific RDS Satellite Radio

The HD Radio station number is indicated information from radio stations and only
next to the HD logo. works when the information is available. SiriusXM Radio Service
It is possible that a radio station could If equipped, vehicles with a valid SiriusXM
HD Radio stations can be saved as favorites. broadcast information that causes the radio radio subscription can receive SiriusXM
For a list of all stations, see to work improperly. programming.
www.hdradio.com. In addition, RDS features are region and SiriusXM radio has a wide variety of
HD Radio Troubleshooting country of sale specific. This means specific programming and commercial-free music,
RDS content may not be available in your coast to coast, in digital-quality sound. In
Digital Audio Delay : Wait for the signal to listening area or in the country you operate
process. This can take several seconds. the U.S., see www.siriusxm.com or call
the vehicle. 1-888-601-6296. In Canada, see
Volume Change, Audio Skip, Echo, Digital To turn RDS features on or off, select www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677.
Audio Lost : Station signal strength may be Settings > Apps> Audio> RDS> Select ON
weak, the station is out of range, or the When SiriusXM is active, the channel name,
or OFF. number, song title, and artist appear on the
station may be out of alignment. Verify
proper reception on another station. The following core and region specific RDS display.
features may be supported by radio
If the HD Radio signal weakens while broadcasters in your listening area:
listening to HD1, the radio will automatically
switch to the analog version of the radio Core RDS features
station. . Display radio station call letters
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SiriusXM with 360L reduce interference, some static can occur, Mobile Device Usage
especially around tall buildings or hills,
SiriusXM with 360L interface has enhanced Mobile device usage, such as making or
causing the sound to fade in and out.
in-vehicle listening experience for receiving calls, charging, or just having the
subscribers. The experience now offers more AM mobile device on may cause static
categories and system learned interference in the radio. Unplug the mobile
recommendations toward discovering more The range for most AM stations is greater device or turn it off if this happens.
personalized content. than for FM, especially at night. The longer
range can cause station frequencies to Multi-Band Antenna
To use the full SiriusXM 360L program, interfere with each other. Static can also
including streaming content and listening occur when things like storms and power The multi-band roof antenna may be used
recommendations, OnStar Connected Access lines interfere with radio reception. When for radio, navigation, and other
is required. Connected vehicle services vary this happens, try reducing the treble on the communication systems, depending on the
by model and require a complete working radio. equipped options. To ensure clear reception,
electrical system, cell reception, and GPS keep the antenna clear of obstructions, such
signal. An active connected plan is required. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service as snow and ice. If the vehicle has a
If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service sunroof, and it is open, or a roof loaded
Reference the SiriusXM user guide for use
provides digital radio reception. Tall with cargo, reception may be affected.
and subscription information.
buildings or hills can interfere with satellite
Radio Reception radio signals, causing the sound to fade in Audio Players
and out. In addition, traveling or standing
Unplug electronic devices from the accessory Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
under heavy foliage, bridges, garages,
power outlets if there is interference or
or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM When using media devices such as USB and
static in the radio.
signal for a period of time. Some cellular mobile devices, consider the source.
FM services may interfere with SXM reception Untrusted media devices could contain files
causing loss of signal. that affect system operation or performance
FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10
to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in and should be avoided.
electronic circuit that automatically works to
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USB Port Audio extensions supported by the USB may 6:
include: . Touch to seek the next track.
Audio stored on a USB device may be . MP3
listened to. . Touch and hold to advance quickly
. AAC through playback. Release to return to
Depending on your vehicle, it may be . OGG playing speed. Elapsed time displays.
equipped with two USB ports in the center
. 3GP Shuffle : Touch the shuffle icon to play
console under the armrest and another two
on the center stack. These ports are for data USB MP3 Player and USB Devices music in random order.
and charging. There may also be two USB The USB MP3 players and USB devices USB Sound Menu
ports at the rear of the center console and a connected must comply with the USB Mass
USB port on each side of the third row seats See “Infotainment System Sound Menu”
Storage Class specification (USB MSC). under AM-FM Radio 0 140.
for charging only.
To play a USB device: USB Browse Menu
Caution 1. Connect the USB. When a list of songs, albums, artists,
To avoid vehicle damage, unplug all 2. Touch Audio from the Home Page. or other types of media displays, the up and
accessories and disconnect all accessory down arrows and A-Z appear on the left
3. Select USB device.
cables from the vehicle when not in use. side. Select A-Z to view a display that will
Accessory cables left plugged into the Use the following when playing an active show all letters of the alphabet and select
vehicle, unconnected to a device, could be USB source: the letter to go to.
damaged or cause an electrical short if p : Touch to play the current media source. Touch the up and down arrows to move the
the unconnected end comes in contact list up and down.
with liquids or another power source such j : Touch to pause playback of the current
as the accessory power outlet. media source. Touch Browse and the following may
display:
7:
Playing from a USB . Touch to seek the beginning of the Playlists:
A USB mass storage device can be connected current or previous track. 1. Touch to view the playlists stored on
to the USB port. . Touch and hold to reverse quickly the USB.
through playback. Release to return to 2. Touch a playlist to view the list of all
playing speed. Elapsed time displays. songs in that playlist.
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3. Touch a song from the list to begin 2. Touch a genre to view a list of artists. Audiobooks:
playback. 3. Touch an artist to view albums by that 1. Touch to view the audiobooks stored on
Supported playlist extensions are m3u artist. the Apple device.
and pls. 4. Touch an album to view songs on the 2. Touch an audiobook to get a list of
Artists: album. chapters.
1. Touch to view the list of artists stored 5. Touch a song to start playback. 3. Touch the chapter from the list to begin
on the USB. Composers: playback.
2. Touch an artist name to view a list of all 1. Touch to view the composers on File System and Naming
albums by the artist. the USB. File systems supported by the USB may
3. To select a song, touch All Songs or 2. Touch a Composer to view a list of include:
touch an album and then touch a song albums by that composer. . FAT32
from the list. 3. Touch an album or All Songs to view a . NTFS
Songs: list of songs. . HFS+
1. Touch to display a list of all songs on 4. Touch a song from the list to begin The songs, artists, albums, and genres are
the USB. playback. taken from the file’s song information and
2. To begin playback, touch a song from Folders: are only displayed if present. The radio
the list. 1. Touch to view the directories on displays the file name as the track name if
Albums: the USB. the song information is not available.
1. Touch to view the albums on the USB. 2. Touch a folder to view a list of all files. Media Playback and Mute
2. Touch the album to view a list of all 3. Touch a file from the list to begin USB playback will be paused if the system is
songs on the album. playback. muted. If the steering wheel mute control is
3. Touch a song from the list to begin Podcasts : Touch to view the podcasts on pressed again, playback will resume.
playback. the connected Apple device and get a list of If the source is changed while in mute,
Genres: podcast episodes. playback resumes and audio will unmute.
1. Touch to view the genres on the USB.
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Auxiliary Jack Volume and song selection may be When touching Bluetooth, the radio may
controlled by using the infotainment not be able to launch the audio player on
This vehicle may have an auxiliary input controls or the mobile device. If Bluetooth is the connected device to start playing. When
jack. Possible auxiliary audio sources include: selected and no volume is present, check the the vehicle is not moving, use the mobile
. Laptop computer volume setting on the infotainment system. device to begin playback.
. Audio music player Music can be launched by touching All devices launch audio differently. When
This jack is not an audio output. Do not Bluetooth from the recent sources list on selecting Bluetooth as a source, the radio
plug headphones into the auxiliary the left of the display or by touching the may show as paused on the display. Press
input jack. More option and then touching the play on the device or touch p on the
Bluetooth device. vehicle display to begin playback.
Set up an auxiliary device while the vehicle
is in P (Park). To play music via Bluetooth: Browse functionality will be provided where
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable from the 1. Power on the device, and pair to connect supported by the Bluetooth device. This
auxiliary device to the auxiliary input jack. the device. media content will not be part of the
When a device is connected, the system can 2. Once paired, touch Audio from the Home MyMedia source mode.
play audio from the device over the vehicle Page, then touch Bluetooth from the Some smartphones support sending
speakers. recent sources list on the left of the Bluetooth music information to display on
If an auxiliary device has already been display. the radio. When the radio receives this
connected, but a different source is currently Bluetooth Sound Menu information, it will check to see if any is
active, touch More and then touch AUX to available and display it. For more
See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” information about supported Bluetooth
make the source active.
under AM-FM Radio 0 140. features, visit your brand website. See
Shuffle and Browse are not available in the Online Account 0 341 for details.
Manage Bluetooth Devices
AUX source menu.
From the Home Page: See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347.
Bluetooth Audio 1. Touch Audio.
Music may be played from a paired 2. Touch Devices to add or delete devices.
Bluetooth device. See Bluetooth (Pairing and
Using a Phone) 0 164 or Bluetooth
(Overview) 0 163 for help pairing a device.
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. Local map content updating.
Navigation Destination Card Preferences
Predictive Navigation can also be enabled or From the Nav application, set up Home and
Using the Navigation System disabled at a later time by touching A Work addresses to enable one-touch
If equipped, launch the Nav application by (Options). While in Options, touch Settings, navigation. To set up Home and Work
touching the Nav icon on the Home Page or then Map and Navigation Settings, and then addresses, touch A and select Settings,
on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the Predictive Navigation. then Map and Navigation Settings, and then
infotainment display. Navigation Map View Destination Card Preferences. Show
Destination Card on Map should be on by
When the Nav application is launched for default. Select and enter Home and/or Work
the first time, a product walkthrough is address and save.
available. Use of the feature requires the
Terms and Conditions and the Privacy
statement to be confirmed. If available and
signed into a profile, it is also suggested to
enable and confirm Predictive Navigation.
Predictive Navigation (If Equipped)
If Predictive Navigation is available and
confirmed, this feature learns preferences by After opening the Nav application for the
remembering where the vehicle has been. first time, the application will always open
It uses the locations and navigation history in full map view displaying the vehicle’s
current location. When the vehicle is If the vehicle’s system is not signed into a
to personalize routes and results. customized profile, the current location icon
stopped, the search bar will appear along
Predictive Navigation may learn elements the top of the navigation map view. uses a generic symbol. Once signed into a
such as: Manually close the search bar by touching customized profile, the current location
. Personalized routes based on preferred symbol will show a customized icon. See
z. When the vehicle is moving, the } Navigation Symbols 0 150.
streets. (Search) icon will replace the search bar to
. Search results that provide best matches maximize the full map view.
at the top of the list.
. Predictive traffic.
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Map and Navigation Settings To exit a list, touch z in the top right Auto-Zoom (Default is On) : Touch On or
corner to return to the main map view. Off. When turned on, the system will
Touch A while in the map view to display automatically adjust the zoom level when
options. The following may display: Make sure to set up preferences before the vehicle is approaching a turn. After the
. 3D Heading Up, 2D Heading Up, 2D setting a destination and starting active turn is completed, the system automatically
North Up guidance. brings the zoom back to the originally set
. Show on Map Map Preferences level. If the vehicle is approaching a turn
. Traffic Events (available with Connected with the next turn occurring shortly after,
Touch to choose between basic map feature
Navigation) the Auto-Zoom will remain on until both
configurations:
. Settings turns are completed.
Map Colors
. Edit Destination (if a route has been set) Route Preferences
. Auto – Touch to automatically change
. Avoid on Route (if a route has been set) modes based on lighting conditions. Touch to access the Route Preferences. The
Touch Settings to view Map and Navigation . Day (Light)
choices are:
Settings. The following may display: . Preferred Route – Choose from two
. Night (Dark)
. Destination Card Preferences different route options: Fastest or
3D Landmarks (Default is On) : Touch On or Eco-Friendly.
. Map Preferences Off. When turned on, the system will
. Route Preferences ‐ Fastest would be the route with the
display all 3D Landmarks on the map shortest drive time.
. Navigation Voice Control depending on the zoom level.
‐ Eco-Friendly would be the most
. Traffic Preferences 3D Buildings (Default is Off) : Touch On or fuel-efficient route.
. Alert Preferences Off. When turned on, the system will . Avoid on Route – Choose any of the road
. Fuel Grade Preferences display all of the possible 3D building shapes
features to avoid while on route:
. Manage History on the map depending on the zoom level.
‐ Highways
. Predictive Navigation: See “Predictive Show Terrain in 3D (Default is Off) :
If equipped, touch On or Off. When turned ‐ Unpaved Roads
Navigation (If Equipped)” previously in
this section. on, the system will display terrain ‐ Ferries
. About information on the map in 3D view. ‐ Carpool Lanes
‐ Toll Roads
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‐ Tunnels provides an overview of the traffic flow . Clear Search History – Touch \ to clear
‐ Country Borders using different coded colors. The following the search history.
options are available for rerouting:
Navigation Voice Control About
. Auto Reroute to Better Route – The
Touch to access the voice control setting system will automatically reroute if the Touch to display software information,
display. system detects there is a traffic issue such as:
. Navigation Volume – To adjust the ahead. . Telenav Terms and Conditions
volume level, touch the up and down . Ask Before Rerouting (Default) – If the . Telenav Privacy Statement
arrows. If the voice guidance prompt is system detects there is a traffic issue . Navigation Version
being heard, volume can also be adjusted ahead, it will display a pop-up with
using the knob on the center stack or the details about the issue. Choose to reroute Maps
volume switch on the steering wheel. or cancel the alert.
The Navigation application requires a map
. Navigation Voice Prompt Level During a . Never Search for Better Route – The database to run. It is stored on an SD card
Call. Options available are: system will not check for a better route that is connected to the infotainment
‐ Full Prompt (Selected by default) until one of the above options is selected. system. If the map database is not available,
‐ Tone Only Alert Preferences a missing SD card error message will be
displayed.
‐ None Set alerts on or off during both inactive and
active guidance views. The following alerts SD Card Error Messages
Traffic Events (If Equipped)
may be available: The SD card only works for one unique
This feature provides a list of events that . Road Safety Alerts – Touch to display vehicle. The SD card must pass
are on the route or nearby. Touch A and upcoming School Zones. authentication verification to be used for
then select Traffic Events. A connected . Traffic Camera Alerts that specific vehicle. If the SD card has a
Navigation service plan is required. switch that can be set to read-only mode,
Manage History ensure that it is in the upward position and
Traffic Preferences (If Equipped)
Touch Manage History to access the History not in read-only.
While in Map View, touch A, then Settings options:
and then Map and Navigation Settings to
access Traffic Preferences. When Show
. Clear Recent Destinations – Touch \ to
Traffic on Map is turned on, the feature clear the recent destinations.
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Potential error scenarios and messages Navigation Symbols
include:
. The SD card has initialized for the first Following are the most common symbols
that may appear in the Nav application.
time: “Once initialized, this SD card can
only be used for navigation in this
vehicle.”
. The SD card is not working properly: “SD The destination pin marks the location of
card is not functioning properly. the final destination. Touch the pin to view
(Error Code).” the destination address or to add it or
See your dealer if this message appears. remove it from the Favorites list. Hide the
. The SD card is not paired with the This indicates the vehicle’s current location information by touching the pin one more
and direction on the map. time. It will automatically time out if no
existing system: “This SD card is not valid
action is taken.
in this vehicle for navigation. See Owner’s
Manual for more detail or visit your
dealer. (Error Code).”
. The SD card has been removed from the
slot: “SD card has been removed.
(Error Code).”
Make sure the SD card is in the slot. If it This is the vehicle’s current location icon
was removed and inserted and you still during inactive guidance mode. Once a user If equipped, smart Points of Interest (POIs)
receive an error code, see your dealer. profile is created, the current location icon are places of interest for parking and gas
Touch Confirm to resume after the can be customized. stations.
initialization error message. For the other This icon indicates the vehicle’s current
messages, touch OK to return to the location and direction on the map.
Home Page.
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The progress bar provides an overview of Waypoints so the current waypoint can be skipped and
the route progress and may show traffic and guidance can resume to the next waypoint
Add up to five waypoints, which are
incidents along the way. As the route or destination.
additional destinations, along the route. To
proceeds, the vehicle icon moves up the bar. Editing a Waypoint
add an additional stop or waypoint:
Touch the icon to zoom out on the map and
view the entire route. Touch it again to 1. From active guidance, touch }. When waypoints are added during active
guidance, the system allows a stop to be
return to the previous view. 2. Search for the destination using One-Box,
deleted or the order to be changed. To edit
Voice search, or the Quick Category
View the drive time by touching the a waypoint:
icons.
estimated time of arrival (ETA). 1. Touch A.
3. Choose search results Along Route,
Current Location Nearby, or Near Destination. 2. Touch Edit Destinations.
When the vehicle is parked and not in a 4. Choose the desired waypoint and touch . Modify destination order by touching
Navigation session, the user icon is centered Add to Trip or replace the current and holding the arrow until it is
on the map view, highlighting the current destination by touching New Destination. highlighted. Drag to move the
location. waypoint up or down the list.
Route options are not available for
waypoints. . Delete a waypoint by touching Y.
Destination
A pop-up will appear to confirm
Receiving Destination Directions from Arriving at a Waypoint
waypoint removal. Once the request
Different Sources When approaching a waypoint, the system is confirmed, the system will remove
Destinations can be received or transferred will display a Destination Arrival view. To the address from the destinations list.
from different sources to the Nav application continue on to the next destination touch Touch z on the top right corner so
for route guidance. If equipped, some of the Drive to message on the infotainment the system can recalculate the route.
these sources may include: display.
If there is only one address in the
. Navigation from search results. If the vehicle passes the waypoint or gets destinations list, the system will
. An address from the Contacts list. out of the current route, the system will disable the move and delete
. An application on the smartphone that automatically reroute back to this waypoint. functions. The system will not allow
At the same time, it will show a Drive to the final destination to be deleted.
can send destinations to the vehicle.
icon along with the next waypoint address
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Map Information . Use the index finger and thumb to zoom Map Orientation
out by pinching and then zoom in by
Road network attributes are contained in the spreading those two fingers on the map. Touch A on the map to access map
map database for map information. orientation settings. Map orientation is 3D
Attributes include information such as street Map Gestures and Map Scale Heading Up by default.
names, street addresses, and turn
Use the following gestures on the Available settings are:
restrictions. A detailed area includes all
infotainment display to adjust the map scale . 3D Heading Up (Default): 3D map with
major highways, service roads, and
and display options. the vehicle pointing up. In this mode, the
residential roads. The detailed areas include
Places of Interest (POIs) such as restaurants, . Pinch to zoom in or out. current location icon will always head up
airports, banks, hospitals, police stations, gas . Pan the map. and the map will rotate around it.
stations, tourist attractions, and historical . Use two fingers to tilt down and change . 2D Heading Up: 2D map with the vehicle
monuments. from 2D to 3D. Tilt up to change back pointing up. In this mode, the current
to 2D. location icon will always head up and the
If the vehicle does not have an applicable
. Rotate the map. map will rotate around it.
service plan, the map database may not
include data for newly constructed areas or . 2D North Up: 2D map with North pointing
See Using the System 0 137. up. In this mode, the current location icon
map database corrections that are
completed after production. The navigation Mute will shift as the vehicle turns left and
system provides full route guidance in the right.
When in active guidance, the audio prompts
detailed map areas. while using navigation can be muted. Touch Touch the icon to change the map type. The
the speaker icon on the right side of the icon and label will also update accordingly.
Zoom Control
upper bar. A slash will appear on the Depending on the zoom level of the 2D
The zoom control display is shown on the speaker to indicate voice guidance is muted. Heading Up and 3D Heading Up maps, the
map view. A few ways to zoom in or
system may automatically switch to the 2D
out are: Active Guidance View
North Up map.
. Touch + or – to zoom in or out on When a destination is chosen and a
the map. When in AGV, the entire route can be
navigation session is active, the navigation
viewed in 2D North Up by touching the
. Double tap with one finger to zoom in or system enters into an Active Guidance
traffic bar. The map will zoom out and
single tap with two fingers to zoom out View (AGV).
readjust to display the full route. When in
on the map.
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2D North Up Route View, the Recenter icon When the vehicle is approaching a turn with removed from the route by touching Y next
will appear in the middle of the display. the next turn following in quick succession, to the segment. A pop-up appears to
Touch either the Recenter icon or the traffic a quick-turn list appears below the primary confirm segment removal.
bar again to return to the previous view, turn indicator. An audio prompt will
either 2D or 3D. announce the quick turn. When the route segment has been removed,
all segments are replaced by an activity
Lane Guidance Auto-Zoom indicator while the new route is
The map will display the lane information When approaching a maneuver, the map recalculated. When the recalculation is
for the upcoming maneuver if it is available. will automatically zoom in to show both the complete, the activity indicator is replaced
vehicle icon and the upcoming maneuver to with the new route segments.
Junction View
give a better view of the maneuver. Once Highway Exits List
When a vehicle is on the highway and the maneuver is complete, the system will
approaching the exit, an image displays the zoom back to the previous zoom level.
lane that the vehicle must stay in to Touch A on the map to access Settings,
complete the next maneuver. then touch Map Preferences to access
Quick-Turn View Auto-Zoom. This feature can be enabled or
disabled.
Directions
Touch the menu option next to the next
turn street name to display Directions.
Directions displays the turns and directions Touch C to open the Exit list. This icon
from the current location to the final displays next to the current street name
destination. near the bottom of the display. The icon
only appears when on a highway with
Editing Directions defined exits.
Directions can be edited by choosing y, While traveling on roads with designated
which expands the list to fill the display and exits, an Exit list may be available. The Exit
enters the Edit Mode. While in Edit Mode, list displays the exit number, distance to the
an unwanted route segment can be
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exit from the current vehicle position, and This symbol indicates the next guidance If the system has determined that the
convenience stops that may be available, maneuver. Touch it to repeat the last destination has been reached, either because
such as gas, coffee, food, and lodging. spoken guidance instruction. the arrival view displayed or the destination
Next Maneuver Menu Incident Alert (If Equipped) has been passed, the Resume Trip option
will not appear.
When in Active Guidance, the Next During active guidance, if the system
Maneuver Turn Arrow, Street Name, and determines that there is an incident ahead Favorites
Maneuver Distance are shown in the Next but there is not a better route, the system The navigation favorites can have contacts,
Maneuver at the top of the display will play a tone and show a Quick Notice. addresses, or POIs that have been saved
overlaying the map. ETA, Distance to This will only show once per incident. through the favorite icon on the
Destination, and Traffic Indicator are Incident Reports (If Equipped) details view.
displayed in a panel pinned on the right of
the display. Incident report icons, along with traffic flow Accessing Favorites
data, display on the map during both active In the Nav application, view the Favorites
Navigation Next Turn Maneuver Alert and inactive guidance. list by touching H in the search bar along
If the Navigation application is not open End Route the top of the Nav map view. If the search
when a near maneuver prompt is given, it is
shown as an alert. Touch the alert to go to Touch Cancel at the top right corner to end bar is closed, touch } and select H.
the main navigation view or touch z to active guidance and return to inactive Saving Favorites
dismiss the alert. guidance. If active guidance is canceled
before the destination has been reached, a Favorites can be added from a number of
Repeat Voice Guidance pop-up option to Resume Trip will appear. the system’s applications. Touch the
favorites icon to save content as a favorite.
Resume Trip
Renaming Navigation Favorites
The trip can be resumed if it was canceled
1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home
by touching the Resume Trip pop-up option.
Page and touch the System tab.
2. Touch Favorites to access the Manage
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3. Touch a saved Navigation favorite to Show POI Icons Smart Parking Icons
access the edit icon. Touch the edit icon When reaching a densely populated
To see the POI categories, touch Options,
to rename the favorite. destination and the system determines that
then touch Show on Map. Up to eight
4. Touch Save to store the renamed categories of icons can be selected. parking may be limited, the system will
favorite. attempt to display nearby parking
Smart POI Icons on Map (If Equipped)
destinations with pricing information,
Recents if available.
Touch H to access a list of recent Report an Issue Using POI Details (If
destinations. Equipped)
Recenter Position Icon In the POI details page, a POI issue can be
Touch the Recenter Position arrow in the reported if the data is not accurate or the
middle of the map view to reset the map to address is incorrect. Touch Report an Issue
the current location. near the bottom of the display to access the
issue selection page. Touch one of the
Last Parked Location predefined issues on the selection page,
The smart POI icons such as fuel stations
The Last Parked Location is the last location and parking may appear based on time, then touch Send. The system will send the
the vehicle engine was turned off. That location, driver search behavior, driving information for analysis.
location is displayed in the first row of the conditions, and vehicle conditions. Search
Recents list. Touching the last Parked
Location shows the Address Details view to Touch a smart POI icon to open the Touch Search on the infotainment display to
either save the address or drive to it. The corresponding details: open the search display. It has a search field
Last Parked Location can be deleted by . Left side: Name and address of the POI. entry box, quick category icon shortcuts,
entering the Edit display. Once the Last recents icon, favorites icon, and keyboard.
. Right side: E + ETE (Estimated Time
Parked Location is deleted, it no longer Enroute.)
appears in the Recents list, unless the
vehicle is started at that location again. Smart Fuel Station Icons
Fuel station prices are shown if available for
nearby stations when the vehicle is low
on fuel.
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Auto Complete Navigation capabilities. The system will For more information if the GPS is not
Enter a partial location in the field entry box show an alert when the subscription is functioning properly, see Problems with
on the search display. Auto complete will expiring and will ask to renew the plan. Route Guidance 0 157 and
attempt to complete the destination based If the System Needs Service 0 157.
on what is being entered. Touch the
Global Positioning System (GPS)
suggested item to search. If equipped, the position of the vehicle is
Vehicle Positioning
determined by using satellite signals, various At times, the position of the vehicle on the
Search While in Motion with No Front Seat
vehicle signals, and map data. map could be inaccurate due to one or more
Passenger Present
At times, other interference such as the of the following reasons:
The search display will not allow changes or . The road system has changed.
satellite condition, road configuration,
text input with the keyboard when the . The vehicle is driving on slippery road
condition of the vehicle, and/or other
vehicle is in motion. As a result, a display surfaces such as sand, gravel, or snow.
circumstances can affect the navigation
showing three rows of the most commonly
system's ability to determine the accurate . The vehicle is traveling on winding roads
used categories appears. Touching the search
position of the vehicle. or long, straight roads.
box will activate speech recognition.
The GPS shows the current position of the . The vehicle is approaching a tall building
Search While in Motion with Front Seat or a large vehicle.
vehicle using signals sent by GPS satellites.
Passenger Present
When the vehicle is not receiving signals . The surface streets run parallel to a
If the system detects that the front seat from the satellites, a symbol appears in the freeway.
passenger is present with both driver and status bar. . The vehicle has been transferred by a
passenger seat belts buckled, touching the vehicle carrier or a ferry.
This system might not be available or
search icon will display an alert message
interference can occur if any of the . The current position calibration is set
that allows the passenger to search for a
following are true: incorrectly.
destination as if the vehicle were stopped.
. Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, . The vehicle is traveling at high speed.
Connected Navigation trees, large trucks, or a tunnel. . The vehicle changes directions more than
Connected Navigation is a subscription . Satellites are being repaired or improved. once, or the vehicle is turning on a turn
service that enables certain capabilities table in a parking lot.
within the navigation system, such as . The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a
Traffic, Smart Search/Routing, and Predictive parking lot, garage, or a lot with a roof.
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. The GPS signal is not received. . It could take a long time to operate Map Data Updates
. A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle. automatic rerouting during high-speed
driving. The map data in the vehicle is the most
. Tire chains are installed on the vehicle.
. Automatic rerouting might display a route up-to-date information available when the
. The tires are replaced or worn. vehicle was produced. The map data is
.
returning to the set waypoint if heading
The tire pressure for the tires is incorrect. updated periodically, provided that the map
for a destination without passing through
. This is the first navigation use after the a set waypoint. information has changed and the vehicle has
map data is updated. a relevant service plan.
. The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle
. The 12-volt battery has been disconnected due to a regulation by time or season or See www.gmnavdisc.com for details on
for several days. any other regulation which may be given. ordering, purchasing, and installing a new or
. The vehicle is driving in heavy traffic . Some routes might not be searched. replacement SD card. Features are subject to
where driving is at low speeds, and the change. For more information on this
. The route to the destination might not be
vehicle is stopped and started repeatedly. feature, visit your brand website. See Online
shown if there are new roads, if roads Account 0 341 for details.
Problems with Route Guidance have recently changed, or if certain roads
are not listed in the map data. See Maps If the vehicle is equipped with Connected
Inappropriate route guidance can occur 0 149. Navigation, which is a subscription service
under one or more of the following that enables certain features of the
conditions: To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the navigation system, such as Traffic, Smart
map, park with the vehicle running for two Search/Routing, and Predictive Navigation,
. The turn was not made on the road
to five minutes, until the vehicle position then the system will download the latest
indicated. updates. Make sure the vehicle is parked in
. Route guidance might not be available map data from the cloud.
a location that is safe and has a clear view
when using automatic rerouting for the of the sky and away from large Database Coverage Explanations
next right or left turn. obstructions.
. The route might not be changed when Coverage areas vary with respect to the
using automatic rerouting. If the System Needs Service level of map detail available for any given
. There is no route guidance when turning
area. Some areas feature greater levels of
If the navigation system needs service, see detail than others. If this happens, it does
at an intersection. your dealer. not mean there is a problem with the
. Plural names of places might be system. As the map data is updated, more
announced occasionally.
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detail can become available for areas that If your language supports it, try stating a 3. Clearly speak one of the commands
previously had limited detail. See Map Data one-shot command, such as “Directions to described in this section.
Updates 0 157. address <number, street, city, state/ A voice recognition system prompt can
province>.” Do not include the ZIP code be interrupted while it is playing by
Voice Recognition while stating the address during the
command. Another example of a one-shot
pressing g again.
If equipped, voice recognition allows for Destination Entry command is, “Directions to Once voice recognition is started, both the
hands-free operation within the navigation, Place of Interest at <hotel>.” If these infotainment display and instrument cluster
audio, and phone applications. This feature commands do not work, try saying, “Take show the selections and visual dialog
can be started by pressing g on the me to Place of Interest” or “Find address” content. These displays can be turned on or
steering wheel or touching g on the and the system will walk you through by off in the Tutorial Mode under Settings
infotainment display. asking additional questions. 0 168.
However, not all features within these areas Hybrid Speech Recognition There are three voice prompt modes
are supported by voice commands. supported:
If equipped, this feature helps distinguish . Informative verbal prompts: This type of
Generally, only complex tasks that require words by using Internet-based information
multiple manual interactions to complete prompt will provide more information
along with the system’s voice recognition regarding the supported actions.
are supported by voice commands. database. This allows you to speak more
. Short prompts: This type of prompt will
For example, tasks that take more than one naturally when using voice recognition.
or two touches, such as a song or artist to provide simple instructions about what
play from a media device, would be Using Voice Recognition can be stated.
supported by voice commands. Other tasks, Voice recognition becomes available once . Auto informative prompts: This type of
like adjusting the volume or seeking up or the system has been initialized. This begins prompt plays during the first few speech
down, are audio features that are easily when the ignition is turned on. Initialization sessions, then automatically switches to
performed by touching one or two options, may take a few moments. the short prompt after some experience
and are not supported by voice commands. has been gained through using the
1. Press g on the steering wheel controls system.
In general there are flexible ways to speak to activate voice recognition.
commands for completing the tasks. If a command is not spoken, the voice
2. The audio system mutes and the system recognition system says a help prompt.
plays a prompt.
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Prompts and Infotainment Displays . Press i on the steering wheel controls . Navigation destinations can be made in a
to terminate the voice recognition session single command using keywords. A few
While a voice recognition session is active,
and show the display where voice examples are: “I want directions to an
there may be corresponding options
recognition was initiated. address,” “I need to find a place of
showing on the displays. A selection can be
interest or (POI),” or “Find contact.”
made by manually touching the option, Natural Language Commands
or by speaking the number for the option to The system responds by requesting more
select. Manual interaction in the voice Most languages do not support natural details. For other POIs, say the name of a
recognition session is permitted. Interaction language commands in sentence form. For category like “Restaurants,” “Shopping
during a voice session may be completed those languages, use direct commands like Malls,” or “Hospitals.”
entirely using voice commands while some the examples shown on the display. . Navigating to a destination outside of the
manual commands may expedite a task. If a Helpful Hints for Speaking Commands current country takes more than one
selection is made using a manual control, command. The first command is to tell
the voice recognition dialog will progress in Voice recognition can understand commands the system where the navigation will take
the same way as if the selection were made that are naturally stated in sentence form or place, such as an Address, Intersection,
using a voice command. Once the system direct commands that state the application POI, or Contact. If Address or Intersection
completes the task, or the session is and the task. is selected, the second command is to
terminated, the voice recognition dialog For best results: say, “Change Country.” Once the system
stops. . Listen for the prompt before saying a responds, say the country before saying
An example of this type of manual command or reply. the rest of the address and/or
intervention is touching an entry of a intersection.
. Speak the command naturally, not too
displayed number list instead of speaking fast, not too slow. If POI is asked for, say “Change Location,”
the number associated with the entry . Use direct commands without a lot of then “Change Country.”
desired. extra words. For example, “Call <name> Direct commands might be more clearly
Canceling Voice Recognition at work,” “Play” followed by the artist or understood by the system. An example of a
song name, or “Tune” followed by the direct command would be “Call <number>.”
. Touch or say “Cancel” or “Exit” to
radio station number. Examples of these direct commands are
terminate the voice recognition session displayed on most of the screens while a
and show the display where voice voice session is active. If “Phone” or “Phone
recognition was initiated. Commands,” is spoken, the system
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understands that a phone call is requested If manual selection takes more than “Switch to SXM” : Switch bands to SiriusXM
and will respond with questions until 15 seconds, the session terminates and and tune to the last SiriusXM channel.
enough details are gathered to make a call. prompts that it has timed out. The display “Tune to <AM frequency> AM” : Tune to
If a cell phone number has been saved with returns to the display where voice the radio station whose frequency is
a name and a place, the direct command recognition was initiated. identified in the command (like “nine fifty”).
should include both, for example “Call The Back Command “Tune to <FM frequency> FM” : Tune to the
<name> at work.” Say “Back” or touch the Back icon on the radio station whose frequency is identified
Using Voice Recognition for List Options infotainment display to go to the in the command (like “one oh one
previous menu. point one”).
When a list is displayed, a voice prompt will
ask to confirm or select an option from If in voice recognition, and “Back” is spoken “Tune to <AM frequency> AM HD” : Tune
that list. all the way back to the starting display, and to the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose
then “Back” is spoken one more time, the frequency is identified in the command.
When a display contains a list, there may be voice recognition session will cancel.
options that are available but not displayed. “Tune to <FM frequency> FM HD” : Tune to
The list on a voice recognition screen Help the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose
functions the same as a list on other Say “Help” on any voice recognition display frequency is identified in the command.
displays. Scrolling or flinging can be used to and the help prompt for the display is “Tune to <FM frequency> FM HD <HD
help display other entries from the list. played. channel number>” : Tune to the HD Radio
Manually scrolling or paging the list on a station (if equipped) whose frequency and
Voice Recognition for the Radio HD channel are identified in the command.
display during a voice recognition session
suspends the current voice recognition event If browsing the audio sources when voice is “Tune to SXM <SXM channel number>” :
and plays the prompt “Please select touched, the voice recognition commands Tune to the SiriusXM radio station whose
manually or touch the Back icon on the for AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if equipped) are channel number is identified in the
infotainment display to try again.” available. command.
“Switch to AM” : Switch bands to AM and “Tune to SXM <SXM channel name>” : Tune
tune to the last AM radio station. to the SiriusXM radio station whose channel
“Switch to FM” : Switch bands to FM and name is identified in the command.
tune to the last FM radio station.
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Voice Recognition for Audio MyMedia “Play <device name>” : Play music from a Handling Large Amounts of Media Content
specific device identified by name. The It is expected that large amounts of media
The available voice recognition commands
device name is the name displayed on the content will be brought into the vehicle.
for [browsing] MyMedia are:
display when the device is first selected as It may be necessary to handle large
“Play Artist” : Begin a dialog to enter a an audio source. amounts of media content in a different
specific artist name. way than smaller amounts of media. The
“Play Chapter” : Begin a dialog to enter a
“Play Artist <artist name>” : Begin playback specific name. system may limit the options of voice
of a specific artist. recognition by not allowing selection of files
“Play Chapter <chapter name>” : Begin
“Play Album” : Begin a dialog to enter a playback of a specific chapter. by voice at the highest level if the number
specific album name. of files exceeds the maximum limit.
“Play Audiobook” : Begin a dialog to enter
“Play Album <album name>” : Begin a specific audiobook. Changes to voice commands due to media
playback of a specific album. content limits are:
“Play Audiobook <audiobook name>” : . Files including other individual files of all
“Play Song” : Begin a dialog to enter a Begin playback of a specific audiobook. media types such as songs, audiobook
specific song name. chapters, podcast episodes, and videos.
“Play Episode” : Begin a dialog to enter a
“Play Song <song name>” : Begin playback specific name. . Album type folders including types such
of a specific song, if available. as albums and audiobooks.
“Play Episode <episode name>” : Begin
“Play Genre” : Begin a dialog to enter a playback of a specific episode. There are no restrictions if the number of
specific genre. files and albums is fewer than 12,000. When
“Play Podcast” : Begin a dialog to enter a
“Play Genre <genre name>” : Begin specific podcast. the number of files connected to the system
playback of a specific genre. is between 12,000 and 24,000, the content
“Play Podcast <podcast name>” : Begin cannot be accessed directly with one
“Play Playlist” : Begin a dialog to enter a playback of a specific podcast. command like “Play <song name>.”
specific playlist name.
“My Media” : Begin a dialog to enter the The restriction is that the command “Play
“Play Playlist <playlist name>” : Begin desired media content. Song” must be spoken first; the system will
playback of a specific playlist. then ask for the song name. The reply
command would be to say the name of the
song to play.
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Similar limits exist for album content. Voice Recognition for Navigation (If Voice Recognition for the Phone
If there are more than 12,000 albums, but Equipped) “Call <contact name>” : Initiate a call to a
fewer than 24,000, the content cannot be
“Navigation” : Begin a dialog to enter stored contact. The command may include
accessed directly with one command like,
specific destination information. location if the contact has location numbers
“Play <album name>.” The command “Play
stored.
Album” must first be spoken; the system “Navigation Commands” : Begin a dialog to
will then ask for the album name. The reply enter specific destination information. “Call <contact> At Home,” “At Work,” “On
would be to say the name of the album Mobile,” or “On Other” : Initiate a call to a
“Address” : Begin a dialog to enter a stored contact and location at home, at
to play.
specific destination address, which includes work, on mobile device, or on another
Once the number of files has exceeded the entire address consisting of the house phone.
approximately 24,000, there is no support number, street name, city, state/province,
for accessing the songs directly through and country. Do not include the ZIP code. “Call <cell phone number>” : Initiate a call
voice commands. There will still be access to to a cell phone number of seven digits, 10
“Place of Interest” : Begin a dialog to enter digits, or three digit emergency numbers.
the media content by using commands for
a destination Place of Interest category or
playlists, artists, and genres. “Pair Phone” : Begin the Bluetooth pairing
major brand name.
The access commands for playlists, artists, process. Follow the instructions on the
The name must be precisely spoken. infotainment display.
and genres are prohibited after the number
Nicknames or short names for the
of this type of media exceeds 12,000. “Redial” : Initiate a call to the last dialed
businesses will not likely be found. Lesser
The system will provide feedback the first known businesses might have to be located number.
time voice recognition is initiated if it has by category, such as fast food, hotels, “Switch Phone” : Select a different
become apparent that any of these limits or banks. connected cell phone for outgoing calls.
are reached during a device initializing
“Navigate to Contact” : Begin a dialog to “Voice Keypad” : Begin a dialog to enter
process.
enter a specific destination contact name. special numbers like international numbers.
Voice recognition performance will degrade The numbers can be entered in groups of
“Cancel Route” : End route guidance.
to some extent based on many factors when digits with each group of digits being
adding large amounts of data to recognize. “Take Me Home” : Create a route to a
repeated back by the system. If the group
If this is the case, perhaps accessing songs stored home location.
of digits is not correct, the command
through playlists or artist name would work “Delete” will remove the last group of digits
better.
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and allow them to be re-entered. Once the duplicate or rarely used entries. Steering Wheel Controls
entire number has been entered, the If possible, program speed dial or other
command “Call” will start dialing the shortcuts. g : Press to answer incoming calls and start
number. voice recognition on your connected
. Review the controls and operation of the
Bluetooth mobile device.
Phone Assistant Voice Recognition infotainment system.
. Pair mobile device(s) to the vehicle. The i : Press to end a call, decline a call,
Press and hold g on the steering wheel system may not work with all mobile or cancel an operation. Press to mute or
controls to pass through and launch Google devices. See “Pairing” later in this section. unmute the infotainment system when not
phone assistant or Siri. on a call.
Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a
For the low radio, whether connected by Bluetooth-capable mobile device with a Infotainment System Controls
Bluetooth or phone projection, the only Hands-Free Profile to make and receive For information about how to navigate the
available voice recognition is either Siri phone calls. The infotainment system and menu system using the infotainment
(iPhone) or the Google Assistant (Android). voice recognition are used to control the controls, see Overview 0 135.
system. The system can be used while the
Phone ignition is on or in accessory mode. The Audio System
range of the Bluetooth system can be up to When using the Bluetooth mobile device
Bluetooth (Overview) 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all mobile devices support system, sound comes through the vehicle's
all functions and not all mobile devices work front audio system speakers and overrides
The Bluetooth-capable system can be paired with the Bluetooth system. Visit your brand
with up to 10 Bluetooth devices allowing: the audio system. The volume level while on
website for more information about a mobile device call can be adjusted by
. Placement and receipt of calls in a compatible mobile devices. See Online pressing the steering wheel controls or the
hands-free mode. Account 0 341. volume control on the center stack. The
. Sharing of the device’s address book or adjusted volume level remains in memory
contact list with the vehicle.
Controls
for later calls. The volume cannot be
To minimize driver distraction, before Use the controls on the center stack and the lowered beyond a certain level.
driving, and with the vehicle parked: steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth
system.
. Become familiar with the features of the
mobile device. Organize the phone book
and contact lists clearly and delete
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Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a . Pairing only needs to be completed once, 6. Follow the instructions on the cell phone
unless the pairing information on the cell to confirm the six-digit code showing on
Phone) phone changes or the cell phone is the infotainment display and touch Pair.
Pairing deleted from the system. The code on the cell phone and
. If multiple paired cell phones are within infotainment display will need to be
A Bluetooth-enabled mobile device must be range of the system, the system connects acknowledged for a successful pair.
paired to the Bluetooth system and then to the paired cell phone that is set to 7. Start the pairing process on the cell
connected to the vehicle before it can be First to Connect. If there is no cell phone phone to be paired to the vehicle. See
used. See the mobile device manufacturer's set to First to Connect, it will link to the the cell phone manufacturer's user guide
user guide for Bluetooth functions before cell phone which was used last. To link to for information on this process. Once the
pairing the device. a different paired cell phone, see “Linking cell phone is paired, it will show under
Pairing Information to a Different Phone” later in this section. Connected.
. If no mobile device has been connected, Pairing a Phone 8. If the vehicle name does not appear on
the Phone main page on the infotainment 1. Make sure Bluetooth has been enabled your cell phone, there are a few ways to
display will show the Connect Phone on the cell phone before the pairing start the pairing process over:
option. Touch this option to connect. process is started. . Turn the cell phone off and then
Another way to connect is to touch the back on.
Phones tab at the top right of the display 2. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page
or the phone icon on the shortcut tray . Go back to the beginning of the
and then touch Add Phone.
near the bottom of the display. Phone menus on the infotainment
. A Bluetooth smartphone with music
3. Touch Phones at the top of the display and restart the pairing
capability can be paired to the vehicle as process.
a smartphone and a music player at the infotainment display. There is also a
Connect Phones option in the middle of . Reset the cell phone, but this step
same time.
the Phone display which will shortcut to should be done as a last effort.
. Up to 10 devices can be paired to the
Bluetooth system. the Phone List menu. 9. If the cell phone prompts to accept
4. Touch Add Phone. connection or allow phone book
. The pairing process is disabled when the
download, touch Always Accept and
vehicle is moving. 5. Select the vehicle name shown on the
Allow. The phone book may not be
infotainment display from your cell
available if not accepted.
phone’s Bluetooth Settings list.
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10. Repeat Steps 1−8 to pair additional cell 2. Touch Phones. 2. Touch Phones.
phones. Disconnecting a Connected Phone 3. Touch the new cell phone to link to from
First to Connect Paired Phones 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. the not connected phone list. See “First
to Connect Paired Phones” previously in
If multiple paired cell phones are within 2. Touch Phones. this section.
range of the system, the system connects to 3. Touch the information icon or the pencil
the paired cell phone that is set as First to icon next to the connected cell phone or Switching to Handset or
Connect. To enable a paired cell phone as mobile device to show the cell phone’s Handsfree Mode
the First to Connect phone: or mobile device’s information display. To switch between handset or
1. Make sure the cell phone is turned on. 4. Touch Disconnect. handsfree mode:
2. Touch Settings, then touch System. . While the active call is hands-free, touch
Deleting a Paired Phone
3. Touch Phones to access all paired and all the Handset option to switch to the
connected cell phones and mobile 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page handset mode.
devices. or the phone icon on the shortcut tray
near the bottom of the display. The mute icon will not be available or
4. Touch the information icon or pencil icon functional while Handset mode is active.
to the right of the cell phone to open 2. Touch Phones.
. While the active call is on the handset,
the cell phone’s settings menu. 3. Touch the information icon or the pencil touch the Handset option to switch to the
5. Touch the First to Connect option, to icon next to the connected cell phone to hands-free mode.
enable the setting for that device. display the cell phone’s or mobile
device’s information display. Making a Call Using Contacts and Recent
Cell phones and mobile devices can be 4. Touch Forget Device. Calls
added, removed, connected, and
disconnected. A sub-menu will display Linking to a Different Phone Calls can be made through the Bluetooth
whenever a request is made to add or system using personal cell phone contact
To link to a different cell phone, the new information for all cell phones that support
manage cell phones and mobile devices. cell phone must be in the vehicle and paired the Phone Book feature. Become familiar
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones to the Bluetooth system. with the cell phone settings and operation.
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page Verify the cell phone supports this feature.
or the phone icon on the shortcut tray or the phone icon on the shortcut tray
near the bottom of the display. near the bottom of the display.
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The Contacts menu accesses the phone book Searching Contacts Using the Keypad Call Waiting
stored in the cell phone.
To search for contacts using the keypad: Call waiting must be supported on the
The Recents menu accesses the recents call 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the
list from your cell phone. wireless service carrier to work.
2. Touch Keypad and enter partial phone
To make a call using the Contacts menu: numbers or contact names using the Accepting a Call
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. digits on the keypad to search. Press g to answer, then touch Switch on
2. Touch Contacts. Results will show on the right side of the the infotainment display.
3. The Contacts list can be searched by display. Touch one to place a call.
Declining a Call
using the first character. Touch A-Z on Accepting or Declining a Call
the infotainment display to scroll Press i to decline, then touch Ignore on
through the list of names. When an incoming call is received, the the infotainment display
infotainment system mutes and a ring tone
Touch the name to call. Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting
is heard in the vehicle.
4. Touch the desired contact number to call. Calls Only)
Accepting a Call
To make a call using the Recents menu: To switch between calls, touch Phone on the
There are two ways to accept a call: Home Page to display Call View. While in
1. Touch Phone on the Home Page.
. Press g on the steering wheel controls. Call View, touch the call information of the
2. Touch Recents. call on hold to change calls.
. Touch Answer on the infotainment
3. Touch the name or number to call. display. Three-Way Calling
Making a Call Using the Keypad Declining a Call Three-way calling must be supported on the
To make a call by dialing the numbers: There are two ways to decline a call: Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. wireless service carrier to work.
. Press i on the steering wheel controls.
2. Touch Keypad and enter a phone . Touch Ignore on the infotainment display. To start a three-way call while in a
number. current call:
3. Touch # on the infotainment display to 1. In the Call View, touch Add Call to add
start dialing the number. another call.
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2. Initiate the second call by selecting from To use Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay: Select { on the center stack to return to
Recents, Contacts, or Keypad. For Wired Phone Projection the Home Page.
3. When the second call is active, touch the 1. For Android 9 smartphones and older, For Wireless Phone Projection
merge icon to conference the three-way download the Android Auto app to your
call together. If equipped, verify your phone is wireless
phone from the phones Google Play compatible by visiting the Google Android
Ending a Call Store. There is no app required for Apple Auto or Apple CarPlay support page.
CarPlay.
. Press i on the steering wheel controls. 1. For Android 9 smartphones and older,
2. Connect your Android phone or Apple download the Android Auto app to your
. Touch # on the infotainment display, iPhone by using the factory-provided
next to a call, to end only that call. phone from the phones Google Play
phone USB cable and plugging into a Store. There is no app required for Apple
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones USB data port. For best performance, it is CarPlay.
highly recommended to use the device’s
The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send factory-provided USB cable, which should 2. For first time connection, make sure
numbers during a call. This is used when be replaced after significant wear to Bluetooth and WiFi are turned on in
calling a menu-driven phone system. Use the maintain connection quality. Aftermarket phone settings:
Keypad to enter the number. or third-party cables may not work. . Connect the phone over Bluetooth.
3. When the phone is first connected to See Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, Phone) 0 164 or Bluetooth (Overview)
If equipped, Android Auto and/or Apple accept the terms and conditions on both 0 163.
CarPlay capability may be available through the infotainment system and the phone. 3. When the phone is first connected, to
a compatible smartphone. If the phone is 4. Follow the instructions on the phone. activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto,
paired and projections is available, Apple agree to the terms and conditions on
CarPlay icons will become illuminated on the The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons both the infotainment system and the
Home Page of the infotainment display. on the Home Page will illuminate. Android phone.
Auto and/or Apple CarPlay may 4. Follow the instructions on the phone.
automatically launch the next time the USB
is connected. If not, select the Android Auto The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons
or Apple CarPlay icon on the Home Page to on the Home Page will illuminate. Android
launch. Auto and/or Apple CarPlay may
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automatically launch upon wireless Data plan rates apply. For Android Auto accounts. This may result in changes to the
connection. If not, select the Android Auto support and to see if your phone is security or functionality of the infotainment
or Apple CarPlay icon on the Home Page to compatible, see https://support.google.com/ system. Some settings may also be
launch. androidauto. For Apple CarPlay support and transferred to a new vehicle, if equipped. For
Wireless CarPlay and/or Wireless Android to see if your phone is compatible, see instructions, visit your brand website.
Auto may experience occasional service www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple or Refer to the User Terms and Privacy
disruption due to outside Wi-Fi interference. Google may change or suspend availability Statement for important details. To view,
at any time. Android Auto, Android, Google, touch the Settings icon on the Home Page
To disconnect the phones wireless Google Play, and other marks are
projection: of the infotainment display.
trademarks of Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a
1. Select Settings from the Home Page. trademark of Apple Inc. The settings menu may be organized into
four categories. Select the desired category
2. Select Phone. Select { on the center stack to exit Android by touching System, Apps, Vehicle,
3. Select 4 or the pencil icon next to the Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into or Personal.
phone to be disconnected. Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and
To access the personalization menus:
4. Select Disconnect. hold { on the center stack.
1. Touch Settings on the Home Page on the
5. Select Disconnect Phone. Apple CarPlay can be disabled from the infotainment display.
infotainment system. To do this, select
Select { on the center stack to return to Home>Settings>System>Phones and then 2. Touch the desired category to display a
the Home Page. Phone Options on the phone card. Use the list of available options.
Features are subject to change. For further On/Off toggled to turn off Apple CarPlay for 3. Touch to select the desired feature
information on how to set up Android Auto that phone. setting.
and Apple CarPlay in the vehicle, visit your 4. Touch the options on the infotainment
brand website. See Online Account 0 341 for Settings display to disable or enable a feature.
details. 5. Touch z to go to the top level of the
Not all vehicles will have all features. Certain
Android Auto is provided by Google and is settings can be managed in the Online Settings menu.
subject to Google’s terms and privacy policy. Account sites when an account is
Apple CarPlay is provided by Apple and is established, and may be modified if other
subject to Apple’s terms and privacy policy. users have accessed the vehicle or created
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System Privacy To manually check for updates, touch
Allows adjustment of the infotainment Settings on the Home Page and select the
The menu may contain the following: System tab. Go to the Vehicle Software
privacy settings.
Time / Date section and touch Updates. Follow the
Device Remote Access on-screen prompts. The steps to check for,
Allows setting of the clock.
Allows devices to interact with vehicle download, and install updates may vary by
Language features and access data. vehicle.
Sets the display language used on the The vehicle can be used normally during the
Display
infotainment display. It may also use the software download. Once the download is
selected language for voice recognition and Allows adjustment of the infotainment complete, there may be a prompt to accept
audio feedback. display. the installation of the update upon the next
Phones Sounds ignition cycle or the next time the vehicle is
shifted into P (Park). For most updates, the
Allows connecting to a different cell phone Allows adjustment of the infotainment vehicle will be disabled and cannot be driven
or mobile device source, disconnecting a cell system sounds. during the installation. The system will
phone or media device, or deleting a cell Voice deliver messages indicating success or error
phone or media device. during and after the download and
Allows adjustment of the infotainment voice
Wi-Fi Networks recognition features. installation processes.
Shows connected and available Wi-Fi Favorites Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software
networks. updates requires Internet connectivity, which
Allows adjustment of the infotainment can be accessed through the vehicle’s
If a 4G LTE data package is not active on the favorite settings. built-in 4G LTE connection, if equipped and
vehicle, the infotainment system can be active. If required, data plans are provided
connected to an external protected Wi-Fi Updates
by a third party. Optionally, a secure Wi-Fi
network, such as a mobile device or home If equipped, the vehicle can download and hotspot such as a compatible mobile device
hotspot, to utilize connected services. install select software updates over a hotspot, home hotspot, or public hotspot
Wi-Fi Hotspot wireless connection. The system will prompt can be used. Applicable data rates may
for certain updates to be downloaded and apply.
Allows adjustment of different Wi-Fi installed. There is also an option to check
features. for updates manually.
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To connect the infotainment system to a Running Applications Climate
secured mobile device hotspot, home Shows a complete list of applications that Allows adjustment of different climate
hotspot, or public hotspot, touch Settings on are currently running on the infotainment settings.
the Home Page, select the System tab, system.
followed by Wi-Fi Networks. Select the Navigation
appropriate Wi-Fi network, and follow the Return to Factory Settings Allows adjustment of different navigation
on-screen prompts. Download speeds Allows resetting the infotainment system settings.
may vary. settings in the vehicle. See Using the Navigation System 0 147.
On most compatible mobile devices,
activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the
Apps Phone
Settings menu under Mobile Network The menu may contain the following: Allows adjustment of different phone
Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot, Android Auto settings.
or similar.
Allows interacting directly with a mobile SiriusXM
Availability of Over-the-Air software updates device on the infotainment display. See
varies by vehicle and country. Features are Allows adjustment of different SiriusXM
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 167. settings.
subject to change. For more information on
this feature, see Online Account 0 341 for Apple CarPlay Vehicle
details. Allows interacting directly with a mobile The menu may contain the following:
Preferences device on the infotainment display. See
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 167. Rear Seat Reminder
Allows the infotainment system to disable
or enable the download of new updates in Apps Allows for a chime and a message when the
the background. rear door has been opened before or during
Shows app settings and information. operation of the vehicle.
About Audio Climate and Air Quality
Shows the infotainment system software Allows adjustment of different audio
information. Allows adjustment of different climate
settings. settings.
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Collision/Detection Systems To enable valet mode: the Internet. Check your registered e-mail
Allows adjustment of different driver 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad. account for an activation e-mail to complete
assistance system settings. the verification process.
2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation
Comfort and Convenience screen. Profile Picture

Allows adjustment of different comfort and 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Choose or change your profile picture.
convenience settings. Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the Profile Identifiers
Lighting system. Touch Back to go back to the Have the vehicle recognize the identifier you
previous menu. choose.
Allows adjustment of different lighting
settings. Personal If the remote key is lost or stolen, see your
Power Door Locks If equipped, this menu allows adjustment of dealer.
different user profile settings. See “Users” in Security
Allows adjustment of different door lock Using the System 0 137 for information on
settings. setting up user profiles. Have your profile secured with a PIN.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start The menu may contain the following: Vehicle Name
Allows adjustment of different remote lock Name Edit the vehicle name.
settings. Vehicle Account
Edit your user name that will be displayed
Seating Position in the vehicle. View the vehicle account information and to
Allows adjustment of different seat settings. Vehicle Account Information change the account password.
Teen Driver View the vehicle account information and to Delete Profile
See Teen Driver 0 171. change the account password. Remove the profile from the vehicle.
Valet Mode An “unverified user account” pop-up will Teen Driver
display until the account information
This will lock the infotainment system and
verification process has been completed on If equipped, this allows multiple keys to be
steering wheel controls. It may also limit
registered for beginner drivers to encourage
access to vehicle storage locations,
safe driving habits. When the vehicle is
if equipped.
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started with a Teen Driver key, it will For a pushbutton start system: displays, and Teen Driver restrictions
automatically activate certain safety 1. Start the vehicle. will not be applied if this remote key
systems, allow setting of some features, and is used to operate the vehicle.
limit the use of others. The Report Card will 2. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle In vehicles with a pushbutton start system,
record vehicle data about driving behavior if a Teen Driver and a non-Teen Driver key
that can be viewed later. When the vehicle and then Teen Driver.
are both present at start up, the vehicle will
is started with a registered key, the Driver 4. Enter the PIN. recognize the non-Teen Driver key to start
Information Center (DIC) displays a message 5. Place the remote key you wish to the vehicle. The Teen Driver settings will not
that Teen Driver is active. register in the transmitter pocket. The be active.
To access: key does not need to be the one that Manage Settings or Teen Driver Settings
1. Touch Settings on the Home Page, then started the vehicle. See Remote Key
touch Vehicle, and then Teen Driver. Operation 0 7 for transmitter pocket Depending on the options of your vehicle,
location. the following menu items may be displayed:
2. Create a Personal Identification Number
(PIN) by choosing a four-digit PIN. 6. From the Teen Driver menu, touch Setup Buckle to Drive : When turned ON, Buckle to
Re-enter the PIN to confirm. To change Keys or Add/Remove Teen Driver Keys. Drive prevents the driver from shifting out
the PIN, touch Change PIN. . If the remote key has not previously of P (Park) for a period of time after the
been registered, the option to add brake pedal is pressed if the driver, or on
The PIN is required to: some vehicles the detected passenger, has
the key displays. Touch Add and a
. Set up/Add or remove keys. confirmation message displays. Teen not buckled their seat belt. On some
. Change Teen Driver settings. Driver restrictions will be applied vehicles, Buckle to Drive is always ON when
. Change or clear the Teen Driver PIN. whenever this remote key is used to Teen Driver is active and is not configurable.
. Access or delete Report Card data. operate the vehicle. Audio Volume Limit : Allows a maximum
. If the remote key has already been audio volume to be set. Turn the audio
Set up/Add keys to activate Teen Driver and
registered, the option to remove the volume limit on or off. Use the arrows to
assign restrictions to the key:
key displays. If Remove is touched, choose the maximum allowable level for the
Any vehicle key can be registered, up to a the remote key is no longer audio volume. On some infotainment
maximum of eight keys. Label the key to registered. A confirmation message systems, touch Set Audio Volume Limit to
tell it apart from the other keys. choose the maximum allowable audio
volume level.
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Set Audio Volume Limit : Use the arrows to When Teen Driver is Active: . Super Cruise or Ultra Cruise, if equipped,
choose the maximum allowable level for the . If equipped, the radio will mute when the is not available.
audio volume. driver seat belt, and in some vehicles the . Enhanced Low Fuel Warning (if equipped)
Teen Driver Speed Limiter : Limits the front passenger seat belt, is not buckled. – When the vehicle is low on fuel, the
maximum speed of the vehicle. When the The audio from any device paired to the low fuel light on the instrument cluster
speed limiter is turned on and the vehicle is vehicle will also be muted. flashes and the DIC low fuel warning
started with a Teen Driver key, the DIC . An object placed on the front passenger cannot be dismissed.
displays a message that the top speed is seat, such as a briefcase, handbag, . Do not tow a trailer if equipped with
limited. grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic Automatic Emergency Braking.
On certain vehicles, when the Speed Limiter device, could cause the passenger sensing Report Card
is turned ON, the vehicle’s maximum system to falsely sense an unbuckled
front passenger and mute the radio. The vehicle owner must secure the driver’s
acceleration will be limited. The DIC will consent to record certain vehicle data when
display a message that the acceleration is If this happens, remove the object from
the seat. See Passenger Sensing System the vehicle is driven with a registered Teen
limited. Driver key. There is one Report Card per
0 60.
Teen Driver Speed Warning : Displays a . Some safety systems, such as Automatic vehicle. Data is only recorded when a
warning in the DIC when exceeding a Emergency Braking, if equipped, cannot registered Teen Driver key is used to
selectable speed. Turn the speed warning on be turned off. operate the vehicle.
or off and choose the desired speed warning The Report Card data is collected from the
. The gap setting for Adaptive Cruise
level. The speed warning does not limit the time Teen Driver is activated or the last
speed of the vehicle. On some infotainment Control and alert timing for Forward
Collision Alert, if equipped, cannot be time the Report Card was reset. The
systems, touch Set Teen Driver Speed following items may be recorded:
Warning to set the warning speed. changed.
. When trying to change a safety feature . Distance Driven – the total distance
Set Teen Driver Speed Warning : Choose the that is not configurable in Teen Driver, driven.
desired speed warning level. The speed the feature may be grayed out or . Maximum Speed – the maximum vehicle
warning does not limit the speed of the removed from the infotainment menu, speed detected.
vehicle. or the DIC will display a message . Overspeed Warnings – the number of
indicating that Teen Driver is active and times the speed warning setting was
the action is not available. exceeded.
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. Wide Open Throttle – the number of Report Card Data
times the accelerator pedal was pressed
Cumulative Data is saved for all trips until
nearly all the way down.
the Report Card is reset or until the
. Forward Collision Alerts (if equipped) – maximum count is exceeded. If the
the number of times the driver was maximum count is exceeded for a Report
notified when approaching a vehicle Card line item, that item will no longer be
ahead too quickly and at potential risk for updated in the Report Card until it is reset.
a crash. "Made for iPhone," means that an electronic
Each item will report a maximum of accessory has been designed to connect
. Forward Automatic Braking, also called 1,000 counts. The distance driven will report specifically to iPhone, and has been certified
Automatic Emergency Braking (if a maximum of 64 374 km (40,000 mi). by the developer to meet Apple
equipped) – the number of times the performance standards. Apple is not
To delete Report Card data, do one of the
vehicle detected that a forward collision responsible for the operation of this device
following:
was imminent and applied the brakes. or its compliance with safety and regulatory
. From the Report Card display, touch
. Reverse Automatic Braking (if equipped) – standards. Please note that the use of this
Reset.
the number of times the vehicle detected accessory with iPhone may affect wireless
that a rearward collision was imminent . Touch Clear PIN and All Teen Driver Keys
performance. iPhone is a trademark of Apple
and applied the brakes. from the Teen Driver menu. This will also
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
unregister any Teen Driver keys and
. Traction Control – the number of times countries.
delete the PIN.
the Traction Control System activated to
reduce wheel spin or loss of traction. Forgotten PIN
. Stability Control – the number of events See your dealer to reset the PIN.
which required the use of electronic
stability control.
.
Trademarks and License
Antilock Braking System Active – The
number of Antilock Brake System Agreements
activations. Trial length and service availability may vary
FCC Information by model, model year or trim. Service will
. Tailgating Alerts (if equipped)– the
number of times the driver was alerted See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347. automatically stop at the end of your trial
for following a vehicle ahead too closely. subscription period unless you decide to
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continue service. If you do not wish to enjoy SiriusXM satellite service is only available in be manufactured, distributed,
your trial, you can cancel by calling the the 48 contiguous United States (and Puerto or marketed in the SiriusXM
number below. All SiriusXM services require Rico with limited availability) and Canada. Service Area.
a subscription, each sold separately by In Canada: Some deterioration of service 2. For products to be distributed, marketed,
SiriusXM after the trial period. Service may occur in extreme northern latitudes. and/or sold in Canada, a separate
subject to the applicable SiriusXM Customer This is beyond the control of SiriusXM. agreement is required with Sirius XM
Agreement and Privacy Policy, visit Canada Inc.
www.siriusxm.com (USA) or www.siriusxm.ca Explicit Language Notice: Channels with
(Canada) to see complete terms and how to frequent explicit language are indicated with
cancel which includes calling 1-866-635-2349 an “XL” preceding the channel name.
(USA) or 1-888-539-7474 (Canada). Some Family-friendly packages are available by
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Climate Controls Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the climate control display are used to
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . 185
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . 186
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Center Stack Climate Controls

1. Driver and Passenger Temperature 5. CLIMATE (Climate Control Display)

Displays 6. MAX Defrost
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature 7. Recirculation
Controls
8. Rear Window Defogger and Heated
3. Driver and Passenger Heated and Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)
Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)
9. ON/OFF (Power)
4. Fan Controls
10. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
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Climate Control Display CLIMATE on the infotainment display home Automatic Operation
screen or the climate button in the
The system automatically controls the fan
application tray display. A selection can then
speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and
be made on the front climate control page
recirculation to heat or cool the vehicle to
displayed.
the desired temperature.
Climate Control Status Display When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate
automatically. Each function can also be
manually set. Functions not manually set
will continue to be automatically controlled,
even if the AUTO indicator is not lit.
For automatic operation:
1. Press AUTO.
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system
Controls time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature
as needed for best comfort.
2. Fan Control
3. Sync (Synchronized Temperature) To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the
vehicle faster with A/C on, recirculation may
4. Outside Temperature Display be automatically selected in warm weather.
5. Recirculation The climate control status display appears
briefly when the climate controls on the Press @ to select recirculation; press it
6. Air Delivery Mode Control center stack are adjusted. The air delivery again to select outside air.
7. Auto (Automatic Operation) mode can be adjusted on the climate control Driver and Passenger Temperature
8. A/C (Air Conditioning) display. Controls : The temperature can be adjusted
9. On/Off (Power) separately for the driver and the passenger.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise
The fan, air delivery mode, air conditioning, to increase or decrease the driver or
driver and passenger temperatures, and Sync passenger temperature setting.
settings can be controlled by touching
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The driver and passenger temperatures can Air Delivery Mode Control : When the When 1 MAX is pressed again, the system
also be adjusted by touching the controls on climate information is displayed, touch the returns to the previous mode setting and
the climate control display. desired mode control button(s) on the fan speed.
Sync : Touch Sync on the display to link all display to change the direction of airflow.
Any combination of the three modes can be For best results, clear all snow and ice from
passenger settings to the driver settings. the windshield before defrosting.
Adjust the driver side temperature control to selected. The selected air delivery mode is
change the linked temperature. When the lit. Pressing any mode control cancels A/C : Touch A/C on the display to turn the
passenger settings are adjusted, the Sync automatic air delivery control and the air conditioning on or off. If the fan is
button is displayed and the temperatures direction of the airflow is controlled turned off, the air conditioner will not run
are unlinked. manually. Press AUTO to return to and A/C OFF will show on the climate
automatic operation. control display.
Manual Operation To change the current mode, select one or Touch AUTO to return to automatic
CLIMATE : Press CLIMATE to show the more of the following: operation and the air conditioner runs
climate control display. automatically as needed.
6 : Air is directed to the floor outlets, with
ON/OFF : Press to turn the fan on or off. some air to the windshield and side @ : Press to turn on recirculation. An
When off, no air will flow into the vehicle. windows. indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated
Turning the fan on, pressing any other to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or
button, or turning a knob will turn the Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel to reduce the entry of outside air and odors.
system back on using the current setting. outlets.
If selected during cool or cold weather, the
hi : Press or touch the fan controls on the X : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. windshield and windows may fog. Turn off
center stack or the display to increase or Air is directed to the windshield. recirculation to help clear the windshield
decrease the fan speed. The fan speed 1 MAX : Air is directed to the windshield, and windows.
setting displays. the fan runs at a higher speed, and the Auto Defog : The climate control system has
Pressing either button cancels automatic fan temperature of the air is increased if not a sensor to automatically detect high
control and the fan is controlled manually. already at maximum. This mode overrides humidity inside the vehicle. When high
Press AUTO to return to automatic the previous mode selected and clears fog or humidity is detected, the climate control
operation. frost from the windshield more quickly. system may adjust to outside air supply and
turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed
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may slightly increase to help prevent on automatically when the interior C or { : If equipped, press C or { to
fogging. If the climate control system does temperature is cold and the outside ventilate the driver or passenger seat. See
not detect possible window fogging, it temperature is about 4 °C (40 °F) and below. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 42.
returns to normal operation. The auto rear defogger turns off
automatically after about 10 minutes, Remote Start Climate Control Operation :
To turn Auto Defog off or on, select Settings The climate control system may run when
> Climate and Air Quality > Auto Defog > or after five minutes if the outside
temperature is not as cold. the vehicle is started remotely. If the
Select ON or OFF. vehicle has heated or ventilated seats, they
Ionizer : If equipped with an ionizer, this The upper gridlines on the rear window are may come on during a remote start. See
feature helps to clean the air inside the antenna lines and are not intended to heat Remote Vehicle Start 0 14 and
vehicle and remove contaminants such as when the defogger is activated. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 42.
pollen, odors, and dust. If the climate The heated outside mirrors turn on when Sensors
control system is on and the ionizer is the rear window defogger button is on and
enabled, Ionizer On will be displayed. To help to clear fog or frost from the surface of The solar sensor, on top of the instrument
turn Auto Defog off or on, select Settings > the mirror. See Heated Mirrors 0 28. panel near the windshield, monitors the
Climate and Air Quality > Ionizer > Select solar heat.
ON or OFF. Caution The climate control system uses the sensor
Rear Window Defogger Do not try to clear frost or other material information to adjust the temperature, fan
from the inside of the front windshield speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode
K : Press to turn the rear window defogger and rear window with a razor blade or for best comfort.
on or off. An indicator light on the button anything else that is sharp. This may Do not cover the sensor; otherwise, the
comes on to show that the rear window damage the rear window defogger grid automatic climate control system may not
defogger is on. The rear window defogger and affect the radio's ability to pick up work properly.
only works when the engine is running. stations clearly. The repairs would not be
It turns off when the vehicle is turned off or Afterblow Feature
covered by the vehicle warranty.
in accessory mode. If equipped, under certain conditions, the
To turn Auto Defog off or on, select Settings Heated and Ventilated Seats fan may stay on or may turn on and off
> Climate and Air Quality > Auto Rear Defog several times after you turn off and lock the
> Select ON or OFF. When Auto Rear Defog M or L : If equipped, press M or L to vehicle. This is normal.
is selected, the rear window defogger turns heat the driver or passenger seat.
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Rear Climate Control System lit. Adjust the rear climate control
temperature to change the linked
The rear climate control system is on the temperature. The Sync button turns off.
rear of the center console storage. The
settings can be adjusted with the rear Rear Control Lockout : Touch Q on the rear
climate controls and the rear climate climate display to lock or unlock control of
display. the rear climate control system from the
front seat. When locked the rear climate
control system cannot be adjusted from the
second row seats.
Automatic Operation
AUTO : Touch AUTO on the rear climate
Rear Climate Display display to automatically control air delivery
1. Rear Climate Temperature Control and fan speed. A is indicated in the display
on the rear of the center console storage
2. Fan Control when automatic operation is active. If any
3. Outside Temperature Display of the climate control settings are manually
4. Sync (Synchronized Temperatures) adjusted, this cancels full automatic
5. Rear Control Lockout operation.
Rear Climate Controls
6. Air Delivery Mode Control The display on the rear of the center
1. Fan Control console storage only indicates climate
7. Auto (Automatic Operation) control functions when the system is in rear
2. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
8. On/Off (Power) independent mode. When Sync is active the
3. MODE (Air Delivery Mode Control)
Sync : Touch Sync on the rear climate display is not shown.
4. TEMP (Temperature Control)
display to match the rear climate control
5. Heated Rear Seats (If Equipped) temperature to the front climate control
driver temperature. The Sync button will be
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Manual Operation There are also outlets overhead in the rear Maintenance
passenger area; adjust as needed.
9 : Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise or press and hold S or T Keep all outlets open whenever possible for Passenger Compartment Air Filter
best system performance. The filter reduces dust, pollen, and other
on the rear climate display to increase or
decrease the fan speed. Operation Tips airborne irritants from outside air that is
. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be
TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or
replaced as part of routine scheduled
counterclockwise or press and hold the rear the air inlets at the base of the
maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule
climate display temperature controls to windshield that can block the flow of air
0 328.
adjust the rear passenger temperature. into the vehicle.
If Sync is lit, the rear climate temperature is . Clear snow off the hood to improve See your dealer regarding replacement of
linked to the driver temperature setting. visibility and help decrease moisture the filter.
Y/6 or MODE : Touch one or both modes drawn into the vehicle.
.
Service
on the rear climate display or press MODE Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors
on the rear climate controls to change the can adversely affect the performance of All vehicles have a label underhood that
direction of the airflow in the rear seating the system. identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle.
area. Press MODE again to deselect. Active . Keep the path under all seats clear of The refrigerant system should only be
modes will be highlighted. objects to help circulate the air inside the serviced by trained and certified technicians.
vehicle more effectively. The air conditioning evaporator should never
M or L : If equipped, press M or L to .
be repaired or replaced by one from a
heat the left or right outboard seat. See If fogging reoccurs while in vent or salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced
Heated Rear Seats 0 46. bi-level modes with mild temperature by a new evaporator to ensure proper and
throughout the vehicle, turn on the air safe operation.
conditioner to reduce windshield fogging.
Air Vents During service, all refrigerants should be
Use the slider switch on the air outlets to reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting
change the direction of the airflow, or to refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is
open and close off the airflow. harmful to the environment and may also
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create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other
health-based concerns.
The air conditioning system requires periodic
maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule
0 328.
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Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Surround Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . 206 Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Driving Information Rear Pedestrian Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 189 Automatic Transmission Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . 234
Impaired Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Drive Systems
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . 237
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Brakes Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . 240
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Ride Control Systems Fuel
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Traction Control/Electronic Stability Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Starting and Operating Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Cruise Control Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) . . . . 218 Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 247
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Trailer Towing
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . 204 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems . . . 227 General Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Assistance Systems for Parking or Driving Characteristics and
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Parking over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . 205 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
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Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Driving Information Distracted Driving
Conversions and Add-Ons Distraction comes in many forms and can
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Driving for Better Fuel Economy take your focus from the task of driving.
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here Exercise good judgment and do not let other
are some driving tips to get the best fuel activities divert your attention away from
economy possible. the road. Many local governments have
. Set the climate controls to the desired enacted laws regarding driver distraction.
temperature after the engine is started, Become familiar with the local laws in
or turn them off when not required. your area.
. On AWD vehicles, see Driver Mode Control To avoid distracted driving, keep your eyes
0 214. on the road, keep your hands on the
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. steering wheel, and focus your attention on
. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
driving.
. Do not use a phone in demanding driving
. Avoid idling the engine for long periods
situations. Use a hands-free method to
of time.
place or receive necessary phone calls.
. When road and weather conditions are
. Watch the road. Do not read, take notes,
appropriate, use cruise control.
or look up information on phones or
. Always follow posted speed limits or other electronic devices.
drive more slowly when conditions . Designate a front seat passenger to
require.
handle potential distractions.
. Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
. Become familiar with vehicle features
. Combine several trips into a single trip.
before driving, such as programming
. Replace the vehicle's tires with the same favorite radio stations and adjusting
TPC Spec number molded into the tire's climate control and seat settings. Program
sidewall near the size. all trip information into any navigation
. Follow recommended scheduled device prior to driving.
maintenance.
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. Wait until the vehicle is parked to . Assume that other road users
retrieve items that have fallen to the (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) Warning (Continued)
floor. are going to be careless and make drugs. Find alternate transportation
. Stop or park the vehicle to tend to mistakes. Anticipate what they may do home; or if you are with a group,
children. and be ready. designate a driver who will remain sober.
. Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or . Allow enough following distance between
restraint. your vehicle and the vehicle in front Control of a Vehicle
. Avoid stressful conversations while of you.
. Focus on the task of driving. Braking, steering, and accelerating are
driving, whether with a passenger or on a important factors in helping to control a
cell phone.
Impaired Driving vehicle while driving.
{ Warning Death and injury associated with impaired Braking
Taking your eyes off the road too long or driving is a global tragedy.
Braking action involves perception time and
too often could cause a crash resulting in reaction time. Deciding to push the brake
injury or death. Focus your attention on { Warning
pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is
driving. Drinking alcohol or taking drugs and then reaction time.
driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes,
Average driver reaction time is about
Refer to the infotainment section for more perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment three-quarters of a second. In that time, a
information on using that system and the can be affected by even a small amount vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels
navigation system, if equipped, including of alcohol or drugs. You can have a
pairing and using a cell phone. 20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of
serious — or even fatal — collision if you distance in an emergency.
drive after drinking or taking drugs.
Defensive Driving Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include:
Do not drive while under the influence of . Keep enough distance between you and
Defensive driving means to always expect
the unexpected. The first step in driving alcohol or drugs, or ride with a driver the vehicle in front of you.
defensively is to wear a seat belt. See Seat who has been drinking or is impaired by . Avoid needless heavy braking.
Belts 0 48. (Continued)
. Keep pace with traffic.
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If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is Curve Tips
being driven, brake normally but do not . Take curves at a reasonable speed.
pump the brakes. Doing so could make the . Reduce speed before entering a curve.
pedal harder to push down. If the engine
stops, there will be some power brake assist . Maintain a reasonable steady speed
but it will be used when the brake is through the curve.
applied. Once the power assist is used up, it . Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve
can take longer to stop and the brake pedal before accelerating gently into the
will be harder to push. straightaway.

Steering Steering in Emergencies

. There are some situations when steering
Caution around a problem may be more effective
To avoid damage to the steering system, Electric Power Steering than braking.
do not drive over curbs, parking barriers, . Holding both sides of the steering wheel
The vehicle is equipped with an electric
or similar objects at speeds greater than power steering system, which reduces the allows you to turn 180 degrees without
3 km/h (1 mph). Use care when driving amount of effort needed to steer the removing a hand.
over other objects such as lane dividers vehicle. It does not have power steering . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows
and speed bumps. Damage caused by fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. steering while braking.
misuse of the vehicle is not covered by If the vehicle experiences a system
the vehicle warranty. malfunction and loses power steering,
greater steering effort may be required.
Power steering assist also may be reduced if
you turn the steering wheel as far as it can
turn and hold it there with force for an
extended period of time.
See your dealer if there is a problem.
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Off-Road Recovery Loss of Control control may be affected when traction is
reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel,
Skidding or other material on the road. Learn to
There are three types of skids that recognize warning clues — such as
correspond to the vehicle's three control enough water, ice, or packed snow on the
systems: road to make a mirrored surface — and
slow down when you have any doubt.
. Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
. Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration,
. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much
or braking, including reducing vehicle
speed or steering in a curve causes tires speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any
to slip and lose cornering force. sudden changes could cause the tires to
. Acceleration Skid — too much throttle slide.
causes the driving wheels to spin.
Antilock brakes help to avoid only the Off-Road Driving
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the braking skid.
edge of a road onto the shoulder while Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking
{ Warning
driving. Follow these tips: reasonable care suited to existing conditions, This vehicle is neither rated nor equipped
1. Ease off the accelerator and then, and by not exceeding those conditions. But for full off-road use. Attempting to drive
if there is nothing in the way, steer the skids are always possible. in off-road conditions may be unsafe and
vehicle so that it straddles the edge of can result in vehicle damage or personal
If the vehicle starts to skid, follow these
the pavement. injury.
suggestions:
2. Turn the steering wheel about . Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal
one-eighth of a turn, until the right front If equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD), this
and steer the way you want the vehicle vehicle may be used for light recreational
tire contacts the pavement edge. to go. The vehicle may straighten out, driving away from paved roads. It should
3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight but if it skids again from oversteer, be not be used in off-road conditions, as the
down the roadway. ready to correct another skid if it occurs. AWD system is not the same as a
. Slow down and adjust your driving traditional 4x4 system. See All-Wheel Drive
according to weather conditions. Stopping 0 210.
distance may be longer and vehicle
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This vehicle is equipped with all-season tires. After Driving Away from Paved Roads
Vehicles that are not equipped with Warning (Continued)
Be sure to switch out of Off- Road mode to
all-terrain or On-Off Road (OOR) tires must vehicle occupants could drown. Do not
return to normal driving. See Driver Mode
not be driven off-road except on a level, ignore police warnings and be very
Control 0 214.
solid surface. cautious about trying to drive through
Preparing to Drive Away from Paved Driving on Wet Roads flowing water.
Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle
Hydroplaning
Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check traction and affect your ability to stop and
inflation pressure in all tires, including the accelerate. Always drive slower in these Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build
spare, if equipped. types of driving conditions and avoid driving up under the vehicle's tires so they actually
through large puddles and deep-standing or ride on the water. This can happen if the
Select Off-Road mode. See Driver Mode flowing water. road is wet and you are driving fast. When
Control 0 214. the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or
Driving Guidelines { Warning no contact with the road.
Wet brakes can cause crashes. They There is no hard and fast rule about
Use only established trails, roads, and areas
might not work as well in a quick stop hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow
that are reserved for public off-road
and could cause pulling to one side. You down when the road is wet.
recreational driving. Obey all posted
regulations. Do not damage shrubs, flowers, could lose control of the vehicle. Other Rainy Weather Tips
trees, grasses, or disturb wildlife. After driving through a large puddle of Besides slowing down, other wet weather
Do not drive up or down off-road inclines in water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply driving tips include:
this vehicle. Do not drive through mud, the brake pedal until the brakes work . Allow extra following distance.
loose sand, packed snow, or deep water. normally. . Pass with caution.
This vehicle is not equipped to handle these
Flowing or rushing water creates strong . Keep windshield wiping equipment in
conditions.
forces. Driving through flowing water good shape.
could cause the vehicle to be carried . Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir
away. If this happens, you and other filled.
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. Ensure the tires are maintained and have Winter Driving
proper tread depth. See Tires 0 288. { Warning
. Turn off cruise control. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with Driving on Snow or Ice
. Activate All-Wheel Drive (AWD) mode. See the ignition off is dangerous. This can
Driver Mode Control 0 214. cause overheating of the brakes and loss Caution
of steering assist. Always have the engine To avoid damage to the wheels and
Hill and Mountain Roads running and the vehicle in gear. brake components, always clear snow and
Driving on steep hills or through mountains ice from inside the wheels and
. Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in underneath the vehicle before driving.
is different than driving on flat or rolling
terrain. Tips include: its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross
the center line. Snow or ice between the tires and the road
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in good
. Be alert on top of hills; something could creates less traction or grip, so drive
shape. carefully. Wet ice can occur at about 0 °C
be in your lane (e.g., stalled car, crash).
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall.
. Pay attention to special road signs (e.g.,
cooling system, and transmission. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
falling rocks area, winding roads, long
. Shift to a lower gear when going down until roads can be treated.
grades, passing or no-passing zones) and
steep or long hills. take appropriate action. For Slippery Road Driving:
. Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. See . Accelerate gently. Accelerating too quickly
{ Warning Driver Mode Control 0 214 and causes the wheels to spin and makes the
Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a All-Wheel Drive 0 210. surface under the tires slick.
long downhill slope can cause brake . Turn on Traction Control. See Traction
overheating, can reduce brake Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 213.
performance, and could result in a loss of . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves
braking. Shift the transmission to a lower vehicle stability during hard stops, but
gear to let the engine assist the brakes the brakes should be applied sooner than
on a steep downhill slope. when on dry pavement. See Antilock
Brake System (ABS) 0 210.
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. Allow greater following distance and To save fuel, run the engine for short
watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can { Warning periods to warm the vehicle and then shut
occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded Snow can trap engine exhaust under the the engine off and partially close the
areas. The surface of a curve or an vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to window. Moving about to keep warm also
overpass can remain icy when the get inside. Engine exhaust contains helps.
surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be If it takes time for help to arrive, when
steering maneuvers and braking while seen or smelled. It can cause running the engine, push the accelerator
on ice.
unconsciousness and even death. pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than
. Turn off cruise control. the idle speed. This keeps the battery
If the vehicle is stuck in snow:
Cold Weather Mode charged to restart the vehicle and to signal
. Clear snow from the base of the for help with the headlamps. Do this as
In very low temperatures, a cold weather vehicle, especially any blocking the little as possible, to save fuel.
message may display on the Driver exhaust pipe.
Information Center (DIC). The engine speed, . Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on If the Vehicle Is Stuck
transmission shift patterns, and cabin fan the vehicle side that is away from the Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to
speed may operate differently to enable the wind, to bring in fresh air. free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud,
vehicle to warm up quicker. You can
. Fully open the air outlets on or under ice, or snow.
manually override the cabin fan speed in
cold weather mode. the instrument panel. If stuck too severely for the traction system
. Adjust the climate control system to to free the vehicle, turn the traction system
Blizzard Conditions circulate the air inside the vehicle and off and use the rocking method. See
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and signal set the fan speed to the highest Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
for help. Stay with the vehicle unless there setting. See “Climate Control Systems.” 0 213.
is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside
For more information about CO, see
Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program
Engine Exhaust 0 206.
{ Warning
0 342. To get help and keep everyone in the If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed,
vehicle safe: they can explode, and you or others
. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. could be injured. The vehicle can
. Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. (Continued)
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Warning (Continued) Vehicle Load Limits Tire and Loading Information Label

overheat, causing an engine compartment It is very important to know how much

fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as weight the vehicle can carry. This
little as possible and avoid going above weight is called the vehicle capacity
56 km/h (35 mph). weight and includes the weight of all
occupants, cargo, and all
For All-Wheel Drive (AWD), select Off-Road nonfactory-installed options. Two labels
or AWD mode. See Driver Mode Control on the vehicle may show how much
0 214 and All-Wheel Drive 0 210. weight it may properly carry, the Tire
Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out and Loading Information label and the
Certification/Tire label.
Turn the steering wheel left and right to
clear the area around the front wheels. Turn
off any traction system. Shift back and forth { Warning Example Label
between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, Do not load the vehicle any heavier A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading
spinning the wheels as little as possible. To than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
prevent transmission wear, wait until the
Information label is attached to the
(GVWR), or either the maximum center pillar (B-pillar). The tire and
wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. front or rear Gross Axle Weight
Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, loading information label shows the
Rating (GAWR). This can cause number of occupant seating
and press lightly on the accelerator pedal
when the transmission is in gear. Slowly systems to break and change the positions (1), and the maximum vehicle
spinning the wheels in the forward and way the vehicle handles. This could capacity weight (2) in kilograms and
reverse directions causes a rocking motion cause loss of control and a crash. pounds.
that could free the vehicle. If that does not Overloading can also reduce stopping
get the vehicle out after a few tries, it performance, damage the tires, and The Tire and Loading Information label
might need to be towed out. If the vehicle shorten the life of the vehicle. also shows the size of the original
does need to be towed out, see Transporting equipment tires (3) and the
a Disabled Vehicle 0 315. recommended cold tire inflation
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pressures (4). For more information on if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. If aftermarket accessories are installed on
tires and inflation see Tires 0 288 and and there will be five 150 lb the vehicle, for example a rooftop carrier, be
Tire Pressure 0 294. passengers in your vehicle, the sure to add the weight of all installed
amount of available cargo and accessories to the combined weight of
There is also important loading luggage and cargo.
information on the vehicle Certification/ luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
Tire label. It may show the Gross (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the 5. Determine the combined weight of
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for luggage and cargo being loaded on
the front and rear axle. See the vehicle. That weight may not
“Certification/Tire Label” later in this safely exceed the available cargo and
section. luggage load capacity calculated in
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
Step 4.
1. Locate the statement "The combined 6. If your vehicle will be towing a
weight of occupants and cargo trailer, load from your trailer will be
should never exceed XXX kg or transferred to your vehicle. Consult
XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard. this manual to determine how this Example 1
reduces the available cargo and
2. Determine the combined weight of luggage load capacity of your
the driver and passengers that will 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1
vehicle. = 453 kg (1,000 lb)
be riding in your vehicle.
See Trailer Towing 0 250 for important Then subtract Accessory Weight, for
3. Subtract the combined weight of the
information on towing a trailer, towing example a rooftop cargo box =
driver and passengers from XXX kg safety rules and trailering tips. 15.8 kg (35 lb)
or XXX lbs. 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg
4. The resulting figure equals the (150 lb) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lb)
available amount of cargo and 3. Remaining available capacity for Cargo
luggage load capacity. For example, Weight = 301.2 kg (665 lb)
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Certification/Tire Label

Example 2 Example 3
Label Example
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3
= 453 kg (1,000 lb) = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) A vehicle-specific Certification/Tire label
Then subtract Accessory Weight, for 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar).
example a rooftop cargo box = (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs)
18.1 kg (40 lb) 3. Available Cargo Weight = 0 kg (0 lbs) The label may show the size of the
2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg
vehicle's original tires and the inflation
Refer to the vehicle's tire and loading pressures needed to obtain the gross
(150 lb) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lb) information label for specific
3. Remaining available capacity for Cargo weight capacity of the vehicle. The label
information about the vehicle's capacity shows the gross weight capacity of the
Weight = 94.9 kg (210 lb)
weight and seating positions. The vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle
combined weight of the driver, Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR
passengers, accessories, and cargo includes the weight of the vehicle, all
should never exceed the vehicle's occupants, fuel, and cargo.
capacity weight.
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The Certification/Tire label may also Caution (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
show the maximum weights for the . Avoid making hard stops for the first
front and rear axles, called the Gross . Never stack heavier things, like
300 km (200 mi) or so. During this
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out suitcases, inside the vehicle so time the new brake linings are not yet
the actual loads on the front and rear that some of them are above the broken in. Hard stops with new linings
axles, weigh the vehicle at a weigh tops of the seats. can mean premature wear and earlier
station. Your dealer can help with this. . Do not leave an unsecured child replacement. Follow this breaking-in
Be sure to spread the load equally on restraint in the vehicle. guideline every time you get new
both sides of the centerline. brake linings.
. Secure loose items in the vehicle. . Do not tow a trailer during break-in.
Caution . Do not leave a seat folded down See Trailer Towing 0 250 for the
Overloading the vehicle may cause unless needed. trailer towing capabilities of the
damage. Repairs would not be covered by vehicle and more information.
the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the Starting and Operating Following break-in, engine speed and load
vehicle. can be gradually increased.
New Vehicle Break-In
On new vehicles, the various mechanical and
{ Warning Caution electrical systems experience a “break-in”
Things inside the vehicle can strike The vehicle does not need an elaborate period during the first 6 400 km (4,000 mi)
and injure people in a sudden stop or break-in. But it will perform better in the of routine driving. As the vehicle is driven,
long run if you follow these guidelines: the mechanical systems adjust to provide
turn, or in a crash. optimal fuel economy and transmission shift
. Put things in the cargo area of the . Do not drive at any one constant
performance.
speed, fast or slow, for the first
vehicle. In the cargo area, put Electrical systems will adapt and calibrate
800 km (500 mi). Do not make
them as far forward as possible. full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting during the break-in period. A one-time
Try to spread the weight evenly. to brake or slow the vehicle. occurrence of clicks and similar vehicle
(Continued) (Continued) noises is normal during this process.
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Normal driving charges the vehicle’s battery To shift out of P (Park), the engine must be If the vehicle must be shut off in an
to achieve the best operation of the vehicle, running, and the brake pedal must be emergency:
including fuel economy and the Stop/Start applied. 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure.
System. See Stop/Start System 0 202. Stopping the Engine/OFF (No Indicator Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This
Lights) : When the vehicle is stopped, press may deplete power assist, requiring
Ignition Positions ENGINE START/STOP once to turn the increased brake pedal force.
engine off. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can
If the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will be done while the vehicle is moving.
turn off, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply
will remain active. See Retained Accessory the brakes and steer the vehicle to a
Power (RAP) 0 204. safe location.
If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), D (Drive) or 3. Come to a complete stop and shift to
L (Low), the vehicle will shift to P (Park), the P (Park).
ignition will turn off, and Retained Accessory 4. Set the parking brake. See Electric
Power (RAP) will remain active. Parking Brake 0 211.
If the vehicle is in N (Neutral), the ignition 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP to turn the
will return to accessory mode and display vehicle off.
the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver
Vehicles with Keyless Access have { Warning
Information Center (DIC). When the vehicle is
pushbutton starting.
shifted into P (Park), the ignition will Turning off the vehicle while moving may
The remote key must be in the vehicle for turn off. cause loss of power assist in the brake
the system to operate. If the pushbutton and steering systems and disable the
Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle
start is not working, the vehicle may be
is moving. This will cause a loss of power airbags. While driving, only shut the
near a strong radio antenna signal causing
assist in the brake and steering systems and vehicle off in an emergency.
interference to the Keyless Access system.
disable the airbags.
See Remote Key Operation 0 7.
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If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, and purposes. With the vehicle off, and the 1. With the Keyless Access system, the
must be shut off while driving, press and brake pedal not applied, pressing and remote key must be in the vehicle. Press
hold ENGINE START/STOP for longer than holding the button for more than ENGINE START/STOP with the brake pedal
two seconds, or press twice in five seconds. five seconds will place the vehicle in Service applied. When the engine begins
Accessory Mode (Amber Indicator Light) : Mode. The instruments and audio systems cranking, let go of the button.
This mode allows some electrical accessories will operate as they do in ON/RUN, but the The idle speed will go down as the
to be used when the engine is off. vehicle will not be able to be driven. The engine gets warm. Do not race the
engine will not start in Service Mode. Press engine immediately after starting it.
With the ignition off, pressing the button the button again to turn the vehicle off.
one time without the brake pedal applied If the remote key is not in the vehicle,
will place the ignition system in Starting the Engine if there is interference, or if the remote
accessory mode. key battery is low, a Driver Information
Shift the vehicle into P (Park) or N (Neutral). Center (DIC) will display a message. See
The ignition will switch from accessory To restart the engine when the vehicle is Remote Key Operation 0 7.
mode to OFF after five minutes to prevent already moving, use N (Neutral) only.
battery rundown. Caution
Caution
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Light) : This Cranking the engine for long periods of
mode is for driving and starting. With the Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the time, by trying to start the engine
ignition off, and the brake pedal applied, vehicle is moving. If you do, you could immediately after cranking has ended,
pressing the button once will place the damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park) can overheat and damage the cranking
ignition system in ON/RUN/START. Once only when the vehicle is stopped. motor, and drain the battery. Wait at
engine cranking begins, release the button. least 15 seconds between each try, to let
Engine cranking will continue until the the cranking motor cool down.
engine starts. See Starting the Engine 0 201. Caution
The ignition will then remain on. If you add electrical parts or accessories, 2. If the engine does not start after five to
Service Mode you could change the way the engine 10 seconds, especially in very cold
operates. Any resulting damage would weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could
This power mode is available for service and
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. be flooded with too much gasoline. Try
diagnostics, and to verify the proper
See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 258. pushing the accelerator pedal all the way
operation of the malfunction indicator lamp
to the floor and holding it there as you
as may be required for emission inspection
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press ENGINE START/STOP. Wait at least Auto Engine Stop/Start . The vehicle transmission is shifted out of
15 seconds between each try, to allow D (Drive) to any gear other than P (Park).
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle
the cranking motor to cool down. When is at a complete stop, the engine may turn . Certain driver modes have been selected.
the engine starts, release the accelerator. off. When stopped, the tachometer displays See Driver Mode Control 0 214.
If the vehicle starts briefly but then AUTO STOP. See Tachometer 0 102. When . The vehicle is on a steep hill or grade.
stops again, do the same thing. This the brake pedal is released or the . The driver door has been opened or driver
clears the extra gasoline from the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will
engine. Do not race the engine seat belt has been unbuckled.
restart. . The hood has been opened.
immediately after starting it. Operate
the engine and transmission gently until To maintain vehicle performance, other . The Auto Stop has reached the maximum
the oil warms up and lubricates all conditions may cause the engine to allowed time.
moving parts. automatically restart before the brake pedal
Auto Stop Disable Switch
is released.
Stop/Start System Auto Stops may not occur and/or auto
The Stop/Start system shuts off the engine restarts may occur because:
to help conserve fuel. The system is . The climate control settings require the
designed to manage the increased number engine to be running to cool or heat the
of starts. vehicle interior.
. The vehicle battery needs to charge.
{ Warning . The vehicle battery has recently been
The automatic engine Stop/Start feature disconnected.
causes the engine to shut off while the . Minimum vehicle speed has not been
vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle reached since the last Auto Stop.
before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle . The accelerator pedal is pressed.
may restart and move unexpectedly. . The engine or transmission is not at the The automatic engine Stop/Start feature can
Always shift to P (Park), and then turn required operating temperature.
the ignition off before exiting the vehicle. be disabled and enabled by pressing h.
. The outside temperature is not in the Auto Stop/Start is enabled each time you
required operating range. start the vehicle.
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When the h indicator is illuminated, the 3. Open the engine heater connector cover.
system is enabled.

Engine Heater
If equipped, the engine heater can provide
easier starting and better fuel economy
during engine warm-up in cold weather
conditions at or below −18 °C (0 °F). Vehicles
with an engine heater should be plugged in
at least four hours before starting. An
internal thermostat in the plug-end of the
cord may exist, which will prevent engine
heater operation at temperatures above 2. Check the heater cord for damage. If it is
−18 °C (0 °F). damaged, do not use it. See your dealer
for a replacement. Inspect the cord for 4. Plug the heater cord into the connector
{ Warning damage yearly. in the front fascia.
5. Plug the cord into a grounded 110-volt
Do not plug in the engine block heater
AC outlet that is protected by a ground
while the vehicle is parked in a garage or
fault detection function.
under a carport. Property damage or
personal injury may result. Always park
the vehicle in a clear open area away
from buildings or structures.

To Use the Engine Heater

1. Turn off the engine.
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{ Warning
6. Before starting the engine, be sure to Shifting Into Park
unplug and store the cord.
Improper use of the heater cord or an 7. Close the engine heater connector cover. { Warning
extension cord can damage the cord and
The length of time the heater should remain It can be dangerous to get out of the
may result in overheating and fire. plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a vehicle if the vehicle is not in P (Park)
. Plug the cord into a three-prong dealer in the area where you will be parking with the parking brake set. The vehicle
electrical utility receptacle that is the vehicle for the best advice on this. can roll. If you have left the engine
protected by a ground fault detection running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
function. An ungrounded outlet could Retained Accessory Power (RAP) You or others could be injured. To be
cause an electric shock. When the vehicle is turned from on to off, sure the vehicle will not move, even
. Use a weatherproof, heavy-duty, the following features (if equipped) will when you are on fairly level ground, use
15 amp-rated extension cord if needed. continue to function for up to 10 minutes, the steps that follow. If you are pulling a
Failure to use the recommended or until the driver door is opened. These trailer, see Driving Characteristics and
extension cord in good operating features will also work when the vehicle is Towing Tips 0 247.
condition, or using a damaged heater on or in accessory mode:
or extension cord, could make it . Infotainment System 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the
overheat and cause a fire, property . Power Windows (during RAP this Electric Parking Brake (EPB). See Electric
damage, electric shock, and injury. Parking Brake 0 211.
functionality will be lost when any door
. Do not operate the vehicle with the is opened) 2. Press the P (Park) switch on the center
heater cord permanently attached to . Sunroof (during RAP this functionality will console.
the vehicle. Possible heater cord and be lost when any door is opened)
thermostat damage could occur. 3. Press ENGINE START/STOP to turn the
. Auxiliary Power Outlet engine off.
. While in use, do not let the heater . Audio System
cord touch vehicle parts or sharp If the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) on a
. OnStar System hill, the EPB may apply automatically. The
edges.
driver may not be able to release the EPB
. Before starting the vehicle, unplug the using the EPB switch. It should automatically
cord. Keep the cord away from any release when the vehicle is shifted out of
moving parts. P (Park).
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Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Shifting out of Park Parking over Things That Burn
Running
This vehicle is equipped with an electronic
transmission. { Warning
{ Warning Things that can burn could touch hot
To shift out of P (Park):
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle exhaust parts under the vehicle and
with the engine running. It could 1. Ensure the engine is running.
ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves,
overheat and catch fire. 2. Apply the brake pedal. dry grass, or other things that can burn.
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle 3. Press or pull the desired shift switch on
if the vehicle is not in P (Park) with the the center console. For N (Neutral) press Extended Parking
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) set. The and hold the N (Neutral) switch until the
N indicator illuminates red. It is best not to park with the vehicle
vehicle can roll. running. If the vehicle is left running, be
The P indicator will turn white and the gear sure it will not move and there is adequate
Do not leave the vehicle when the engine
indicator on the selected shift switch will ventilation.
is running. If you have left the engine turn red when the vehicle is no longer in
running, the vehicle can move suddenly. P (Park). See Shifting Into Park 0 204 and
You or others could be injured. To be Engine Exhaust 0 206.
sure the vehicle will not move, even If the vehicle cannot shift from P (Park), a
Driver Information Center (DIC) message will If the vehicle is left parked and running with
when you are on fairly level ground, the remote key outside the vehicle, it will
be displayed. Check that the ignition is on,
always set the EPB and shift the vehicle continue to run for up to 15 minutes.
the engine is running, and the brake pedal
to P (Park). If you are towing a trailer,
is applied when you are attempting to shift If the vehicle is left parked and running with
see Driving Characteristics and Towing out of P (Park). If all of these are met but the remote key inside the vehicle, it will
Tips 0 247. the vehicle will not shift out of P (Park), see continue to run for up to 30 minutes.
your dealer for service.
If you have to leave the vehicle with the The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is
engine running, the vehicle must be in parked on a hill, due to lack of
P (Park) with the EPB set. available fuel.
Confirm that the vehicle is in P (Park). The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken
out of P (Park) while it is running.
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Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) Automatic Transmission
If unusual fumes are detected or if it is
{ Warning suspected that exhaust is coming into the
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide vehicle:
(CO), which cannot be seen or smelled.
. Drive it only with the windows
Exposure to CO can cause
completely down.
unconsciousness and even death.
. Have the vehicle repaired immediately.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
Never park the vehicle with the engine
. The vehicle idles in areas with poor
running in an enclosed area such as a
ventilation (parking garages, tunnels,
garage or a building that has no fresh air
deep snow that may block underbody
airflow or tail pipes). ventilation.
. The exhaust smells or sounds strange Running the Vehicle While Parked The shift switches are on the center console.
or different. The selected gear position will illuminate red
. The exhaust system leaks due to It is better not to park with the engine
on the shift switch, while all others will be
corrosion or damage. running.
displayed in white. If the shift is not
. The vehicle exhaust system has been If the vehicle is left with the engine running, immediate, as in very cold conditions, the
modified, damaged, or improperly follow the proper steps to be sure the indicator on the shift switch may flash until
repaired. vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park it is fully engaged.
0 204 and Engine Exhaust 0 206.
. There are holes or openings in the The transmission does not operate when the
vehicle body from damage or If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer, see vehicle is off.
aftermarket modifications that are not Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
If the vehicle is in accessory mode, the
completely sealed. 0 247.
transmission can be shifted into P (Park).
(Continued)
If ENGINE START/STOP is pressed twice while
at a relatively high speed, the engine will
turn off and the transmission will
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automatically shift into N (Neutral). Once designed to prevent inadvertent shifting out At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) can be
the vehicle is stopped, P (Park) can be of P (Park) unless the ignition is on, and the used to rock the vehicle back and forth to
selected. brake pedal is applied. get out of snow, ice, or sand without
P : This position locks the drive wheels. Use When the vehicle is stopped, press ENGINE damaging the transmission. See If the
P (Park) when starting the vehicle to ensure START/STOP to turn off the vehicle. The Vehicle Is Stuck 0 195.
the vehicle does not move. transmission will shift to P (Park) N : In this position, the engine does not
automatically. connect with the wheels. To restart the
{ Warning The vehicle will not shift into P (Park) if it is engine when the vehicle is already moving,
moving too fast. Stop the vehicle and shift use N (Neutral) only.
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle
if the transmission is not in P (Park) with into P (Park).
the parking brake set. The vehicle To shift in and out of P (Park), see Shifting
{ Warning
can roll. Into Park 0 204 and Shifting out of Park Shifting into a drive gear while the
0 205. engine is running at high speed is
Do not leave the vehicle when the engine dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on
is running. If the engine has been left R : Use this gear to back up. the brake pedal, the vehicle could move
running, the vehicle can move suddenly. If the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) very rapidly. You could lose control and
You or others could be injured. To be while the speed is too high, the vehicle will hit people or objects. Do not shift into a
sure the vehicle will not move, even shift into N (Neutral). Reduce the vehicle drive gear while the engine is running at
when on fairly level ground, always set speed and try the shift again. high speed.
the parking brake and place the
transmission into P (Park). See Shifting To shift into R (Reverse):
Into Park 0 204 and Driving 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Caution
Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 247. 2. Pull the R (Reverse) switch on the center Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with
console. the engine running at high speed may
This vehicle is equipped with an
To shift out of R (Reverse): damage the transmission. The repairs
electronically controlled transmission. The
R (Reverse) and D (Drive) shift switches are 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. would not be covered by the vehicle
(Continued)
2. Shift to the desired gear.
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3. Open the door.
Caution (Continued) Caution
4. Shift to N (Neutral).
warranty. Be sure the engine is not The vehicle is not designed to stay in
running at high speed when shifting the N (Neutral) for extended periods of time. 5. Turn off the engine and release the
vehicle. It will automatically shift into P (Park) if brake pedal.
left in Car Wash Mode. 6. The indicator should continue to show N.
If it does not, start the engine and
Caution Car Wash Mode (Engine Off – Driver in repeat Steps 2–5.
The vehicle is not designed to stay in Vehicle) 7. Exit the vehicle and close the door. The
N (Neutral) for extended periods of time. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the vehicle is now ready for the car wash.
It will automatically shift into P (Park). engine off and the vehicle occupied: 8. The vehicle may automatically shift to
1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. P (Park) upon re-entry.
To shift into N (Neutral), press the
N (Neutral) switch until the N indicator 2. Apply the brake pedal. Car Wash Mode (Engine On – Driver in
is red. 3. Shift to N (Neutral). Vehicle)
To shift out of N (Neutral): 4. Turn off the engine and release the To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the
brake pedal. engine on and the vehicle occupied:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
5. The indicator should continue to show N. 1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash.
2. Shift into the desired gear.
If it does not, start the engine and 2. Apply the brake pedal.
Car Wash Mode repeat Steps 2–4. 3. Shift into N (Neutral).
This vehicle includes a Car Wash Mode that 6. The vehicle is now ready for the 4. Release the brake pedal. The vehicle is
allows the vehicle to remain in N (Neutral) car wash. now ready for the car wash.
for use in automatic car washes. Car Wash
Car Wash Mode (Engine Off – Driver out of Car Wash Mode (Engine On – Driver out of
Mode is not to be used for vehicle towing.
Vehicle) Vehicle
If the vehicle needs to be towed, see
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle 0 315. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) with the
engine off and the vehicle unoccupied: engine on and the vehicle unoccupied:
1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. 1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash.
2. Apply the brake pedal.
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2. Apply the brake pedal. If the vehicle is shifted into D (Drive) while Manual Mode
3. Open the door. the speed is too high, the transmission will
get ready to engage D (Drive). Reduce the Electronic Range Select (ERS)
4. Shift into N (Neutral), then release the vehicle speed, then the transmission will
brake pedal. engage D (Drive). Caution
5. The indicator should continue to show N. If the vehicle is driven at a high rpm
If it does not, repeat Steps 2–4. To shift into D (Drive):
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. without upshifting while using Electronic
6. Exit the vehicle and close the door. The Range Select (ERS), the vehicle could be
vehicle is now ready for the car wash. 2. Pull the D (Drive) switch on the center damaged. Always upshift when necessary
7. The vehicle may automatically shift into console.
while using ERS.
P (Park) upon re-entry. To shift out of D (Drive):
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
Caution
2. Shift to the desired gear.
A transmission hot message may display
if the automatic transmission fluid is too Downshifting the transmission in slippery
hot. Driving under this condition can road conditions could result in skidding. See
damage the vehicle. Stop and idle the “Skidding” under Loss of Control 0 192.
engine to cool the automatic Caution
transmission fluid. This message clears
when the transmission fluid has cooled Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle
sufficiently. in one place on a hill using only the
accelerator pedal may damage the
D : This position is for normal driving. transmission. The repair will not be
If more power is needed for passing, press covered by the vehicle warranty. If the Electronic Range Select (ERS), or Manual
the accelerator pedal down. vehicle is stuck, do not spin the tires. Mode, allows for the selection of the range
When stopping on a hill, use the brakes of gear positions. Use this mode when
to hold the vehicle in place. driving downhill or towing a trailer to limit
the top gear and vehicle speed. The shift
position indicator within the Driver
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Information Center (DIC) will display a be completed. Slow the vehicle, then tap the When operated in FWD, the vehicle will
number next to the L indicating the highest left steering wheel control to the desired deliver power to the front wheels only and
available gear. lower gear range. may provide better fuel economy.
To enter Electronic Range Select or Cruise control can be used while in ERS. When using a compact spare tire on an
Manual Mode: AWD vehicle, the system automatically
1. With the vehicle in D (Drive), press the Drive Systems detects the compact spare and reduces AWD
performance to protect the system. To
L (Low) button.
All-Wheel Drive restore full AWD operation and prevent
2. Tap the left steering wheel control to excessive wear on the system, replace the
reduce the highest gear available, or the Vehicles with this feature can operate in compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as
right control to increase the highest gear AWD Mode. possible. See Compact Spare Tire 0 312.
available.
To exit Electronic Range Select, pull the
D (Drive) switch on the center console.
Brakes
When shifting to L (Low), the transmission Antilock Brake System (ABS)
will shift to a preset lower gear range. For The Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps
this preset range, the highest gear available prevent a braking skid and maintain steering
will be displayed next to the L in the DIC. while braking hard.
See Driver Information Center (DIC). All gears
below that number are available to use. For ABS performs a system check when the
example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to vehicle is first driven. A momentary motor
the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are or clicking noise may be heard while this
shifted automatically. To shift to 5 (Fifth) test is going on, and the brake pedal may
gear, tap the right steering wheel control or move slightly. This is normal.
shift into D (Drive). Press the button to select All-Wheel
Drive (AWD).
L (Low) will prevent shifting to a lower gear
range if the engine speed is too high. If the The AWD Mode will stay selected until the
vehicle speed is not reduced within the time mode is changed. See Driver Mode Control
allowed, the lower gear range shift will not 0 214.
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Electric Parking Brake Before leaving the vehicle, check the red
parking brake status light to ensure that the
parking brake is applied.
EPB Apply
To apply the EPB:
If there is a problem with ABS, this warning 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop.
light stays on. See Antilock Brake System 2. Press the EPB switch momentarily.
(ABS) Warning Light 0 110.
The red parking brake status light will flash
ABS does not change the time needed to and then stay on once the EPB is fully
get a foot on the brake pedal and does not applied. If the red parking brake status light
always decrease stopping distance. If you flashes continuously, then the EPB is only
get too close to the vehicle ahead, there will partially applied or there is a problem with
not be enough time to apply the brakes if the EPB. A DIC message will display. Release
that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) can always
the EPB and try to apply it again. If the
leave enough room ahead to stop, even be applied, even if the vehicle is off. In case
light does not come on, or keeps flashing,
with ABS. of insufficient electrical power, the EPB
have the vehicle serviced. Do not drive the
cannot be applied or released. To prevent
Using ABS vehicle if the red parking brake status light
draining the battery, avoid unnecessary
is flashing. See your dealer.
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake repeated cycles of the EPB.
If the amber service parking brake warning
pedal down firmly. Hearing or feeling ABS The system has a red parking brake status
light is on, press the EPB switch. Continue to
operate is normal. light and an amber service parking brake
hold the switch until the red parking brake
warning light. See Electric Parking Brake
Braking in Emergencies status light remains on. If the amber service
Light 0 109 and Service Electric Parking
parking brake warning light is on, see your
ABS allows steering and braking at the same Brake Light 0 109. There are also parking
dealer.
time. In many emergencies, steering can brake-related Driver Information Center (DIC)
help even more than braking. messages.
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If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is apply the brake pedal as the driving
moving, the vehicle will decelerate as long
Caution situation dictates. Brake Assist disengages
as the switch is pressed. If the switch is Driving with the parking brake on can when the brake pedal is released.
pressed until the vehicle comes to a stop, overheat the brake system and cause
the EPB will remain applied. premature wear or damage to brake Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB system parts. Make sure that the parking
in some situations when the vehicle is not brake is fully released and the brake { Warning
moving. This is normal, and is done to warning light is off before driving. Do not rely on the HSA feature. HSA does
periodically check the correct operation of not replace the need to pay attention
the EPB system, or at the request of other If you are towing a trailer and parking on a and drive safely. You may not hear or
safety functions that utilize the EPB. hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing
feel alerts or warnings provided by this
Tips 0 247.
If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear system. Failure to use proper care when
wheels to prevent vehicle movement. Automatic EPB Release driving may result in injury, death,
The EPB will automatically release if the or vehicle damage. See Defensive Driving
EPB Release 0 190.
vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an
To release the EPB: attempt is made to drive away. Avoid rapid
acceleration when the EPB is applied, to When the vehicle is stopped on a grade, Hill
1. Turn the ignition on or to
preserve parking brake lining life. Start Assist (HSA) prevents the vehicle from
accessory mode.
rolling in an unintended direction during the
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. transition from brake pedal release to
Brake Assist
3. Press the EPB switch momentarily. accelerator pedal apply. The brakes release
Brake Assist detects rapid brake pedal when the accelerator pedal is applied. If the
The EPB is released when the red parking applications due to emergency braking accelerator pedal is not applied within a few
brake status light is off. situations and provides additional braking to minutes, the Electric Parking Brake will
If the amber service parking brake warning activate the Antilock Brake System (ABS) if apply. The brakes may also release under
light is on, release the EPB by pressing and the brake pedal is not pushed hard enough other conditions. Do not rely on HSA to hold
holding the EPB switch. Continue to hold the to activate ABS normally. Minor noise, brake the vehicle.
switch until the red parking brake status pedal pulsation, and/or pedal movement
light is off. If either light stays on after during this time may occur. Continue to
release is attempted, see your dealer.
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HSA is available when the vehicle is facing braking pressure to any one of the vehicle The indicator light for both systems is in the
uphill in a forward gear, or when facing wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping instrument cluster. This light will:
downhill in R (Reverse). The vehicle must the vehicle on the intended path. . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin.
come to a complete stop on a grade for HSA TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC automatically turns . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated.
to activate. on when cruise control is set. If TCS or . Turn on and stay on when either system
StabiliTrak/ESC begins limiting wheel spin, is not working.
Ride Control Systems cruise control will disengage, but may be
If either system fails to turn on or to
turned back on as soon as road conditions
Traction Control/Electronic allow. activate, a message displays in the Driver
Stability Control Information Center (DIC), and d comes on
Both systems come on automatically when and stays on to indicate that the system is
the vehicle is started and begins to move. inactive and is not assisting the driver in
System Operation The systems may be heard or felt while maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to
The vehicle has a Traction Control System they are operating or while performing drive, but driving should be adjusted
(TCS) and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability diagnostic checks. This is normal and does accordingly.
Control (ESC) system. These systems help not mean there is a problem with the
limit wheel slip and assist the driver in vehicle. If d comes on and stays on:
maintaining control, especially on slippery 1. Stop the vehicle.
It is recommended to leave both systems on
road conditions.
for normal driving conditions, but it may be 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds.
TCS activates if it senses that any of the necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets 3. Start the engine.
drive wheels are spinning or beginning to stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the
lose traction. TCS applies the brakes to the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 195 and “Turning the 4. Drive the vehicle.
spinning wheels and reduces engine power Systems Off and On” later in this section. If d comes on and stays on, see your
to limit wheel spin. dealer.
StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the vehicle
senses a difference between the intended
path and the direction the vehicle is actually
traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies
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Turning the Systems Off and On To turn Traction (TCS) or StabiliTrak (ESC) off . The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off
and on, access the Traction and Stability Light g will display in the instrument
Caution display from the Options menu. cluster. See Electronic Stability Control
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate The current status of each system is (ESC) Off Light 0 111.
heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle displayed next to the Traction and Stability . TCS cannot be on when StabiliTrak/ESC is
driveline could be damaged. icons. off. If TCS is on when StabiliTrak/ESC is
turned off, both systems will turn off.
To turn TCS off:
TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC are turned off and To turn StabiliTrak/ESC on:
on using the Driver Information Center (DIC) . Select Menu to access the Traction and
Stability menu screen. . Select Menu to access the Traction and
controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) 0 114 or Driver Information . Select Traction Off. Stability menu screen.
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117 and . Select Stability On.
. The Traction Off Light i displays in the
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or instrument cluster. See Traction Off Light . TCS will remain off.
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100 for 0 111. To turn both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on:
instructions on navigating the cluster menus . If TCS is limiting wheel spin, the TCS will . Select Menu to access the Traction and
and selecting items.
not turn off until the wheels stop Stability menu screen.
spinning. . Select Traction On and both systems will
To turn TCS on: be turned back on.
. Select Menu to access the Traction and Adding accessories can affect the vehicle
Stability menu screen. performance. See Accessories and
. Select Traction On. Modifications 0 260 or
Accessories and Modifications 0 260.
To turn StabiliTrak/ESC off:
. Select Menu to access the Traction and Driver Mode Control
Stability menu screen.
Driver Mode Control (DMC) allows the driver
. Select Stability to access the
to adjust the overall driving experience by
Stability menu. selecting different modes. These modes will
. Select Stability Off. then adjust multiple systems to fit specific
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driving needs. Drive mode availability and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
affected vehicle subsystems are dependent settings. For vehicles equipped with AWD,
upon vehicle trim level, region, and optional choosing Sport Mode also engages AWD.
features.
4 AWD (AWD Only) : AWD Mode
If the vehicle is in Tour Mode or AWD Mode provides drive torque to all four wheels.
it will stay in that mode through future Select AWD to improve traction and control
ignition cycles. If the vehicle is in any other on slippery road surfaces, such as gravel,
mode, it will return to the Tour Mode when sand, wet pavement, snow, and ice. When in
the vehicle is restarted. When each mode is AWD Mode, the AWD Mode indicator will
selected, a unique and persistent indicator be on.
will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
6 Snow/Ice (FWD Only) : Snow/Ice Mode
AWD Mode Switch improves vehicle acceleration on snow and
ice covered roads by changing accelerator
To activate each mode, press the MODE pedal response.
switch on the instrument panel. This feature is not intended for use when
Modes the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow,
or gravel. If the vehicle becomes stuck, see If
Tour : Vehicle is in Tour (FWD) Mode. Use the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 195.
this mode during normal driving conditions.
See Driving for Better Fuel Economy 0 189. 7 Off-Road (AWD Only) : Use this mode
Tour (FWD) Mode operates in Front-Wheel for off-road recreational driving. When
Drive to improve fuel economy. active, Off-Road Mode modifies accelerator
pedal response, AWD torque, suspension
MODE Switch 8 Sport : Sport Mode improves vehicle tuning, TCS, ABS, and the StabiliTrak/ESC
handling and acceleration on dry pavement. system. Choosing Off-Road Mode also
When active, Sport Mode modifies steering engages AWD. For more information on
efforts, transmission shifting, AWD torque, Off-Road Mode, see Off-Road Driving 0 192.
suspension tuning (when equipped), and
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Tow/Haul : This mode will automatically
activate AWD, if available. The transmission { Warning
holds lower gears longer before shifting to Cruise control can be dangerous where
provide more torque necessary when towing you cannot drive safely at a steady
heavy loads. speed. Do not use cruise control on
This will also increase fuel consumption. winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Tow/Haul Mode also modifies, steering, ESC, Cruise control can be dangerous on
TCS, and suspension tuning, if equipped. Use slippery roads. On such roads, fast
this mode to assist in maintaining desired
changes in tire traction can cause
vehicle speeds when driving on downhill
grades by using the engine and transmission excessive wheel slip, and you could lose
to slow the vehicle. control. Do not use cruise control on
slippery roads.
This helps prevent the brakes from 5 : Press to turn cruise control on or off.
overheating. For more information, see Cruise control will disengage if: A white indicator light is displayed in the
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle 0 315. . The Traction Control System (TCS) or instrument cluster when cruise control is
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control turned on.
Cruise Control (ESC) system begins to limit wheel spin. RES+ : If cruise control is already engaged,
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability press the thumbwheel up to increase the set
If equipped, cruise control allows the vehicle
Control 0 213. speed. If there is a set speed in memory,
to maintain a set speed of 40 km/h
(25 mph) or more without active . TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC is turned off. press up briefly to engage cruise control at
acceleration. Cruise control does not work at . A collision alert occurs. See Forward the previous set speed, or press up and hold
speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph). Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 235. to increase the set cruise speed.
. The brakes are applied. SET− : If cruise control is already on, briefly
press the thumbwheel down to set the
When road conditions allow for cruise cruise speed and engage cruise control.
control to be safely used, cruise control can If cruise control is already engaged, press
be turned on again. down to decrease the set cruise speed.
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* : Press to disengage cruise control Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
without erasing the set speed from memory. If cruise control is engaged and then the If cruise control is already engaged:
Setting Cruise Control brakes are applied or * is pressed, cruise . Press and hold the thumbwheel down to
If cruise control is on but is not engaged, control is disengaged without erasing the SET− until the desired lower speed is
the thumbwheel could get pressed to SET− set speed from memory. reached, then release it.
or RES+ and engage cruise control when not Once the vehicle reaches about 40 km/h . To decrease the vehicle speed in small
desired. Keep cruise control off when it is (25 mph) or more, briefly press the increments, briefly press and release the
not being used. Press 5 to turn off cruise thumbwheel up to RES+ and release. The thumbwheel down to SET−. For each
control. vehicle returns to the previous set cruise press, the vehicle speed decreases by
speed. about 1 km/h (1 mph).
To set a cruise speed:
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise
1. Press 5. Control
If cruise control is already engaged:
2. Accelerate to the desired cruise speed. To pass another vehicle while cruise control
. Press and hold the thumbwheel up to
3. Briefly press and release the thumbwheel RES+ until the vehicle accelerates to the is engaged, use the accelerator pedal to
down to SET− . desired speed, then release it. increase the vehicle speed. When you
4. Remove your foot from the accelerator remove your foot from the accelerator
. To increase the vehicle speed in small
pedal. pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the
increments, briefly press and release the previously set cruise speed. While pressing
When cruise control has been set to the thumbwheel up to RES+. For each press, the accelerator pedal or shortly following
desired speed, the cruise control indicator the vehicle speed increases by about the release to override cruise control, briefly
light turns green and a cruise set speed 1 km/h (1 mph). pressing the thumbwheel down to SET− will
message is displayed briefly in the Driver The speedometer reading is displayed using result in the cruise speed being set to the
Information Center (DIC) or in the Head-Up either English or metric units. See current vehicle speed.
Display (HUD), if equipped. See Instrument Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or
Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. The
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. increment value used depends on the units
displayed.
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Using Cruise Control on Hills Adaptive Cruise Control Disabling the TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC system
will disengage and prevent ACC from being
How well cruise control works on a hill (Advanced) engaged.
depends on the vehicle speed, load, and the
steepness of the hill. When driving up a If equipped, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ACC can reduce the need for you to
steep hill, you may need to apply the allows you to select the cruise control set frequently brake and accelerate, especially
accelerator pedal to maintain the cruise speed and the following gap. Read this when used on expressways, freeways, and
speed. When driving down a steep hill, you entire section before using this system. ACC interstate highways. When used on other
may need to apply the brake pedal or shift uses a camera and radar sensor(s) to detect roads, you may need to take over the
to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed other vehicles. See Radio Frequency control of braking or acceleration more
down. If the brake pedal is applied, cruise Statement 0 347. often.
control will disengage. The following gap is the following time, ACC automatically slows the vehicle down
Ending Cruise Control or distance, between your vehicle and a while navigating the curve and may increase
vehicle detected directly ahead in your path, speed out of the curve, but will not exceed
There are four ways to end cruise control: moving in the same direction. If no vehicle the set speed.
. Lightly apply the brake pedal. is detected in your path, ACC works like
regular cruise control.
. Press *. { Warning
. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). If a vehicle is detected in your path, ACC can ACC has limited braking ability and may
. Press 5. speed up the vehicle or apply limited,
not have time to slow the vehicle down
moderate braking to maintain the selected
Erasing Speed Memory following gap. To disengage ACC, apply the enough to avoid a collision with another
brake. If the Traction Control System (TCS) vehicle you are following. This can occur
The cruise control set speed is erased from when vehicles suddenly slow or stop
or StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control
memory if 5 is pressed or the vehicle is ahead, or enter your lane. Also see
(ESC) system activates while ACC is engaged,
turned off. ACC may automatically disengage. See “Alerting the Driver” in this section.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control Complete attention is always required
0 213. When road conditions allow ACC to while driving and you should be ready to
be safely used, ACC can be turned back on. take action and apply the brakes. See
Defensive Driving 0 190.
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* : Press to disengage ACC without erasing
{ Warning the selected set speed.
ACC will not detect or brake for children,
pedestrians, animals, or other objects. [ : Press to select a following gap time
(or distance) setting for ACC of Far, Medium,
Do not use ACC when: or Near.
. On winding and hilly roads or when The speedometer reading can be displayed
the sensors are blocked by snow, ice, in either English or metric units. See
or dirt. The system may not detect a Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 98 or
vehicle ahead. Keep the entire front of Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100. The
the vehicle clean. increment value used depends on the units
. Visibility is low, such as in fog, rain, displayed.
or snow conditions. ACC performance Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise
is limited under these conditions.
5 : Press to turn the system on or off. The
indicator turns white on the instrument Control
. On slippery roads where fast changes cluster when ACC is turned on. To switch between ACC and regular cruise
in tire traction can cause excessive control, press and hold *. A Driver
+RES : Press briefly to resume to a previous
wheel slip.
set speed or to increase vehicle speed if ACC Information Center (DIC) message displays.
. When towing a trailer. is already activated. To increase speed by 1
km/h (1 mph), press +RES briefly. To increase
speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on
the speedometer, hold +RES.
SET– : Press briefly to set the speed and
activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if
ACC is already activated. To decrease speed ACC Indicator Regular Cruise Control
by about 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET– briefly. Indicator
To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h
(5 mph) mark on the speedometer,
hold SET–.
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When ACC is engaged, the o indicator is lit Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
green on the instrument cluster. When If 5 is on when not in use, it could get
regular cruise control is engaged, the J pressed and go into ACC when not desired.
indicator is lit green on the instrument Keep 5 off when cruise is not being used.
cluster; the following gap is not displayed.
Select the set speed desired for ACC. This is
It is recommended to switch from ACC to the vehicle speed when no vehicle is
regular cruise control only when there are The ACC indicator displays on the
detected in its path. instrument cluster and Head-Up Display
no vehicles ahead of your vehicle.
While the vehicle is moving, ACC will not set (HUD), if equipped. When ACC is turned on,
When the vehicle is turned on, the cruise at a speed less than 25 km/h (15 mph), the indicator is lit white. When ACC is
control mode will be set to the last mode although it can be resumed when driving at active, the indicator is lit green.
used before the vehicle was turned off. lower speeds. The minimum allowable set Be mindful of speed limits, surrounding
speed is 25 km/h (15 mph). traffic speeds, and weather conditions when
{ Warning To set ACC while moving: selecting the set speed.
Always check the cruise control indicator
1. Press 5. Resuming a Set Speed
on the instrument cluster to determine
which mode cruise control is in before 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. If ACC is set at a desired speed and then the
using the feature. If ACC is not active, the 3. Press and release SET–. brakes are applied, ACC is disengaged
vehicle will not automatically brake for without erasing the set speed from memory.
4. Remove your foot from the accelerator
other vehicles, which could cause a crash pedal. To begin using ACC again, press +RES up
if the brakes are not applied manually. briefly.
You and others could be seriously injured After ACC is set, it may immediately apply . If the vehicle is moving more than 5 km/h
or killed. the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected
(3 mph), it returns to the previous set
closer than the selected following gap.
speed .
ACC can also be set while the vehicle is . If the vehicle is stopped with the brake
stopped if ACC is on and the brake pedal is pedal applied, press +RES and release the
applied. brake pedal. ACC will hold the vehicle
until +RES or the accelerator pedal is
pressed.
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A green ACC indicator and the set speed . Press and hold up +RES until the desired Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed
display on the instrument cluster. The set speed is displayed, then release it.
If ACC is already activated, do one of the
vehicle ahead indicator may be flashing if a . To increase vehicle speed in small following:
vehicle ahead was present and moved. See increments, press +RES briefly. For each . Use the brake to get to the desired lower
“Approaching and Following a Vehicle” later press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h
in this section. speed. Release the brake and press SET–.
(1 mph) faster.
The vehicle will now cruise at the lower
Once ACC has resumed, the vehicle speed . To increase vehicle speed in larger speed.
will increase to the set speed under the increments, hold +RES. While holding . Press and hold SET– until the desired
following conditions: +RES, the vehicle speed increases to the
lower speed is reached, then release it.
. There is no vehicle ahead. next 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then continues
to increase by 5 km/h (5 mph) at a time. . To decrease the vehicle speed in smaller
. The vehicle ahead is beyond the selected increments, press SET− briefly. For each
following gap. The set speed can also be increased while press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h
. The vehicle speed is not being limited the vehicle is stopped. (1 mph) slower.
because of a sharp turn. . If stopped with the brake applied, press . To decrease the vehicle speed in larger
+RES until the desired set speed is increments, hold SET−. While holding
Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed
displayed. SET−, the vehicle speed decreases to the
If ACC is already activated, do one of the . If ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop and next 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then continues
following: there is another vehicle directly ahead, to decrease by 5 km/h (5 mph) at a time.
. Use the accelerator to get to the higher pressing +RES will increase the set speed.
speed. Briefly press and release SET– and The set speed can also be decreased while
. Pressing +RES when there is no longer a the vehicle is stopped.
release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is
will now cruise at the higher speed. . If stopped with the brake applied, press
pulling away and the brake is not applied
When the accelerator pedal is pressed, or hold SET− until the desired set speed is
will cause the ACC to resume.
ACC will not brake because it is displayed.
overridden. While overridden, the ACC When it is determined that there is no
indicator will turn blue on the instrument vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond
cluster and HUD, if equipped. the selected following gap, then the vehicle
speed will increase to the set speed.
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Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Changing the gap setting automatically Approaching and Following a Vehicle
When a slower moving vehicle is detected changes the alert timing sensitivity (Far,
ahead within the selected following gap, Medium, or Near) for the Forward Collision
ACC will adjust the vehicle's speed and Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward Collision
attempt to maintain the follow distance gap Alert (FCA) System 0 235.
selected. Alerting the Driver
Press [ on the steering wheel to adjust
the following gap. Each press cycles the gap The vehicle ahead indicator is on the
button through three settings: Far, Medium, instrument cluster and HUD display (if
or Near. equipped). It only displays when a vehicle is
detected in your vehicle’s path moving in
When pressed, the current gap setting
the same direction. If this symbol is not
displays briefly on the instrument cluster
displaying, ACC will not respond to or brake
and HUD, if equipped. The gap setting will If ACC is engaged, driver action may be for vehicles ahead.
be maintained until it is changed. required when ACC cannot apply sufficient
braking because of approaching a vehicle ACC automatically slows the vehicle down
Since each gap setting corresponds to a
too rapidly. and adjusts vehicle speed to follow a
following time (Far, Medium, or Near), the
detected vehicle ahead at the selected
following distance will vary based on vehicle When this condition occurs, the collision following gap. The vehicle speed increases or
speed. The faster the vehicle speed, the alert symbol will flash on the windshield. decreases to follow a detected vehicle in
further back your vehicle will follow a Either eight beeps will sound from the front, front of your vehicle when that vehicle is
vehicle detected ahead. Consider traffic and or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will traveling slower than your vehicle set speed.
weather conditions when selecting the pulse five times. To view available settings It may apply limited braking, if necessary.
following gap. The range of selectable gaps from the infotainment home screen, touch When braking is active, the brake lamps will
may not be appropriate for all drivers and Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection come on. The automatic braking may feel or
driving conditions. Systems. sound different than if the brakes were
See Defensive Driving 0 190. applied manually. This is normal.
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Passing a Vehicle While Using ACC . The radar falsely reports blockage when
Warning (Continued) driving in a desert or remote area with
If the set speed is high enough, and the left
ahead changing lanes. Your vehicle may no other vehicles or roadside objects.
turn signal is used to pass a vehicle ahead
in the selected following gap, ACC may not stop and could cause a crash. Use . A DIC message may display to indicate
assist by gradually accelerating the vehicle caution when using ACC. Your complete that ACC is temporarily unavailable.
prior to the lane change. attention is always required while driving The ACC active symbol will turn white when
and you should be ready to take action ACC is no longer active.
{ Warning and apply the brakes.
In some cases, when ACC is temporarily
When using ACC to pass a vehicle or Irregular Objects Affecting ACC unavailable, regular cruise control may be
perform a lane change, the following used. See “Switching Between ACC and
distance to the vehicle being passed may ACC may have difficulty detecting the Regular Cruise Control” in this section.
be reduced. ACC may not apply sufficient following objects: Always consider driving conditions before
acceleration or braking when passing a . Vehicles with cargo extending from the using either cruise control system.
vehicle or performing a lane change. back end. Notification to Resume ACC
Always be ready to manually accelerate . Non-standard shaped vehicles, such as
vehicle transport, vehicles with a side car ACC will maintain a following gap behind a
or brake to complete the pass or lane
fitted, or horse carriages. detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a
change. stop behind that vehicle.
. Objects that are close to the front of your
Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects vehicle. If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven
away and ACC has not resumed, the vehicle
ACC Automatically Disengages
{ Warning ahead indicator will flash as a reminder to
ACC may automatically disengage and you check traffic ahead before proceeding. In
ACC may not detect and react to stopped will need to manually apply the brakes to addition, the left and right sides of the
or slow-moving vehicles ahead of you. For slow the vehicle if: Safety Alert Seat will pulse three times,
example, the system may not brake for a or three beeps will sound. To view available
. The sensors are blocked.
vehicle it has never detected moving. This settings from the infotainment home screen,
. The TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC system has
can occur in stop-and-go traffic or when a touch Settings > Vehicle > Collision/
vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle activated or been disabled.
(Continued) . There is a fault in the system.
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Detection Systems. In “Collision/Detection Curves in the Road
Systems,” touch “Alert Type” or “Adaptive { Warning
Cruise Go Notifier” to view settings. Leaving the vehicle without placing it in { Warning
When the vehicle ahead drives away, ACC P (Park) can be dangerous. Do not leave On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle
resumes automatically if the stop was brief. the vehicle while it is being held at a ahead in your lane. You could be startled
If necessary, press +RES or the accelerator stop by ACC. Always place the vehicle in if the vehicle accelerates up to the set
pedal to resume ACC. If stopped for more P (Park) and turn off the ignition before speed, especially when following a vehicle
than two minutes or if the driver door is leaving the vehicle. exiting or entering exit ramps. You could
opened and the driver seat belt is lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do
unbuckled, the ACC automatically applies the ACC Override
not use ACC while driving on an entrance
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is or exit ramp. Always be ready to use the
vehicle. The EPB status light will turn on. active, the ACC indicator turns blue on the
See Electric Parking Brake 0 211. To release brakes if necessary.
instrument cluster and in the HUD,
the EPB, press the accelerator pedal. if equipped, to indicate that automatic
A DIC warning message may display braking will not occur. ACC will resume
operation when the accelerator pedal is not
{ Warning
indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting
the vehicle. being pressed. On curves, ACC may respond to a vehicle
in another lane, or may not have time to
{ Warning react to a vehicle in your lane. You could
{ Warning crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose
If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and if ACC The ACC will not automatically apply the control of your vehicle. Give extra
is disengaged, turned off, or canceled, the brakes if your foot is resting on the attention in curves and be ready to use
vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. accelerator pedal. You could crash into a the brakes if necessary. Select an
The vehicle can move. When ACC is vehicle ahead of you. appropriate speed while driving in curves.
holding the vehicle at a stop, always be
prepared to manually apply the brakes.
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ACC may operate differently in a sharp Other Vehicle Lane Changes
curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the
curve is too sharp.
ACC automatically slows the vehicle down
while navigating the curve and may increase
speed out of the curve, but will not exceed
the set speed.

ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your

lane and apply the brakes.
ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it
ACC may occasionally provide an alert and/ is completely in the lane. The brake may
or braking that is considered unnecessary. need to be manually applied.
It could respond to vehicles in different
Objects Not Directly in Front of Your Vehicle
lanes, signs, guardrails, and other stationary
objects when entering or exiting a curve. The detection of objects in front of the
This is normal operation. The vehicle does vehicle may not be possible if:
When following a vehicle and entering a
not need service. . The vehicle or object ahead is not within
curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead
and accelerate to the set speed. When this your lane.
happens, the vehicle ahead indicator will not . The vehicle ahead is shifted, not centered,
appear. or is shifted to one side of the lane.
Driving in Narrow Lanes
Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or roadside
objects may be incorrectly detected when
located along the roadway.
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Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Erasing Speed Memory . Not make any changes, if declined when
Trailer prompted.
The cruise control set speed is erased from
. Change the ACC set speed to the new
memory if 5 is pressed or when the
road speed limit if no action is taken after
vehicle is turned off.
receiving the prompt.
Auto Set Speed
You can increase or decrease ACC set speed
When enabled, the Auto Set Speed feature at any time using the SET– and +RES
uses detected road speed limit signs to steering wheel controls, to a predefined
assist with adjusting the ACC set speed limit. The accelerator pedal can also be used
while ACC is engaged. to override the set speed.
You can enable or disable this feature Change in the amount of increased or
Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills through vehicle settings. To view available decreased speed, known as offset, is stored
or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect settings from the infotainment home screen, and applied for next speed limit change.
a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep touch Settings > Vehicle > Collision/ There is a predefined maximum allowed
hills. The driver will often need to take over Detection Systems. value of offset beyond which set speed
acceleration and braking on steep hills, cannot be changed.
Auto Set Speed will remain enabled or
especially when towing a trailer. If the
disabled until the setting is manually The offset will not be retained if ACC is
brakes are applied, the ACC disengages.
changed by the driver. disengaged, Auto Set Speed is disabled,
Disengaging ACC or when the vehicle is turned off.
When ACC is engaged and Auto Set Speed is
There are three ways to disengage ACC: enabled, the vehicle will:
. Step lightly on the brake pedal. . Use speed limit signs to maintain a set { Warning
. Press *. vehicle speed. When using Auto Set Speed with ACC,
. Prompt to accept or decline speed limit the auto set speed may not always be
. Press 5. updated when the speed limit changes.
changes, when detected.
. Change the ACC set speed to match the The system also does not set the vehicle
new road speed limit, if accepted when speed to speed limits shown with
prompted. supplementary traffic signs, for example
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Do not modify the hood, headlamps, or fog
Warning (Continued) lamps, as this may limit the camera’s ability { Warning
in construction zones. Always be to detect an object. Do not rely on the Driver Assistance
attentive to your surroundings and Cleaning the Sensing System Systems. These systems do not replace
adhere to posted speed limit signs. the need for paying attention and driving
The radar sensor on the front of the vehicle
safely. You may not hear or feel alerts or
Auto Set Speed is not available when regular can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt,
warnings provided by these systems.
cruise control is the selected cruise or mud. This area needs to be cleaned for
ACC to operate properly. Failure to use proper care when driving
control mode. may result in injury, death, or vehicle
Auto Set Speed may not detect conditional If ACC will not operate, regular cruise control damage. See Defensive Driving 0 190.
speed limit signs, for example, during may be available. See “Switching Between
ACC and Regular Cruise Control” previously Under many conditions, these systems
specific times or where workers present.
in this section. Always consider driving will not:
Weather Conditions Affecting ACC conditions before using either cruise control . Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
System operation may be limited under system. or animals.
snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions. For cleaning instructions, see “Washing the . Detect vehicles or objects outside the
Accessory Installations and Vehicle Vehicle” under Exterior Care 0 318. area monitored by the system.
Modifications . Work at all driving speeds.
Do not install or place any object around Advanced Driver Assistance . Warn you or provide you with enough
the front camera windshield area that would Systems time to avoid a crash.
obstruct the front camera view. . Work under poor visibility or bad
This vehicle may have features that work
Do not install objects on top of the vehicle together to help avoid crashes or reduce weather conditions.
that overhang and obstruct the front crash damage while driving, backing, and . Work if the detection sensor is not
camera, such as a canoe, kayak, or other parking. Read this entire section before cleaned or is covered by ice, snow,
items that can be transported on a roof rack using these systems. mud, or dirt.
system. See Roof Rack System 0 88.
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page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of
Warning (Continued) available options and select “Collision/
. Work if the detection sensor is Detection Systems”.
covered up, such as with a sticker, Cleaning
magnet, or metal plate.
. Work if the area surrounding the
Depending on vehicle options, keep these
areas of the vehicle clean to ensure the best
detection sensor is damaged or not
driver assistance feature performance. Driver
properly repaired.
Information Center (DIC) messages may
Complete attention is always required display when the systems are unavailable or
while driving, and you should be ready to blocked.
take action and apply the brakes and/or
steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. . Front and rear bumpers and the area
below the bumpers
Audible or Safety Alert Seat
. Front grille and headlamps
Some driver assistance features alert the . Front camera lens in the front grille or
driver of obstacles by beeping. To view
near the front emblem
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home . Front side and rear side panels
page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of . Outside of the windshield in front of the
available options and select “Comfort and rearview mirror
Convenience”. . Side camera lens on the bottom of the
If equipped with the Safety Alert Seat, the outside mirrors
driver seat cushion may provide a vibrating . Rear side corner bumpers
pulse alert instead of beeping. To view . Rear Vision Camera above the license
available settings for this feature, touch the plate
Settings icon on the infotainment home
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Radio Frequency Displayed images may be farther or closer
This vehicle may be equipped with driver than they appear. The area displayed is
assistance systems that operate using radio limited and objects that are close to either
frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement corner of the bumper or under the bumper
0 347. do not display.
A warning triangle may appear on the
Assistance Systems for Parking or infotainment display to show that Rear Park
Backing Assist (RPA) or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
has detected an object. This triangle changes
If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC), from amber to red and increases in size the
Surround Vision, Rear Park Assist (RPA), closer the object.
Front and Rear Park Assist (FRPA), and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the
driver park or avoid objects. Always check 1. View Displayed by the Camera
{ Warning
around the vehicle when parking or backing. The camera(s) do not display children,
pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic,
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) animals, or any other object outside of
When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the cameras’ field of view, below the
the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) displays an bumper, or under the vehicle. Shown
image of the area behind the vehicle in the distances may be different from actual
infotainment display. The previous screen distances. Do not drive or park the
displays when the vehicle is shifted out of vehicle using only these camera(s).
R (Reverse) after a short delay. To return to Always check behind and around the
the previous screen sooner, press Home or vehicle before driving. Failure to use
Back on the infotainment system, shift into 1. View Displayed by the Camera proper care may result in injury, death,
P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper or vehicle damage.
approximately 12 km/h (8 mph) while in
D (Drive).
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Surround Vision System { Warning
If equipped, Surround Vision shows an The camera(s) do not display children,
image of the area surrounding the vehicle,
pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic,
along with the front or rear camera views
animals, or any other object outside of
on the infotainment display. The front
camera is in the grille or near the front the cameras’ field of view, below the
emblem, the side cameras are on the bumper, or under the vehicle. Shown
bottom of the outside mirrors, and the rear distances may be different from actual
camera is above the license plate. distances. Do not drive or park the
1. Views Displayed by the Surround vehicle using only these camera(s).
The Surround Vision system can be accessed
Vision Cameras Always check behind and around the
by selecting CAMERA in the infotainment
2. Area Not Shown vehicle before driving. Failure to use
display or when the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse). To return to the previous screen proper care may result in injury, death,
sooner, when not in R (Reverse) press Home or vehicle damage.
or Back on the infotainment system, shift
into P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of Camera Views
approximately 12 km/h (8 mph) while in
D (Drive).

{ Warning
The Surround Vision cameras have blind
spots and will not display all objects near 1. Views Displayed by the Surround
the corners of the vehicle. Folding outside Vision Cameras
mirrors that are out of position may not 2. Area Not Shown
display surround view correctly. Always
check around the vehicle when parking or
backing.
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Touch the camera view buttons along the Hitch View : Assists while connecting to a To check the trailer when in a forward gear
bottom of the infotainment display. trailer. Displays a zoomed-in view of the above 12 km/h (8 mph), touch CAMERA on
Available views will differ depending on hitch to help align the vehicle’s hitch ball the infotainment display to view the rear
vehicle options. with the trailer coupler. Shifting into camera. Touch X to exit the view or it will
Front/Rear Standard View : Displays an P (Park) while in this view will automatically be removed automatically after
image of the area in front or behind the engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB). eight seconds.
vehicle. Touch Front/Rear Standard View on Guidance Lines : Displays available
the infotainment display when a camera guidelines. The horizontal markings { Warning
view is active. Touching the button multiple represent distance from the vehicle. Use Hitch Guidance only to help back the
times will toggle between front and rear Top Down View : Displays an image of the vehicle to a trailer hitch or, when
camera views. area surrounding the vehicle, along with traveling above 12 km/h (8 mph), to
If equipped, the front view camera also other views in the infotainment display. Top briefly check the status of your trailer. Do
displays when the Park Assist system Down can be enabled or disabled by not use for any other purpose, such as
detects an object within 30 cm (12 in). touching the Top Down View button making lane change decisions. Before
Front/Rear Overhead View : Displays a Front multiple times. making a lane change, always check the
or Rear Overhead View of the vehicle. Hitch Guidance mirrors and glance over your shoulder.
Touching the button will toggle between the Improper use could result in serious
If equipped, this feature displays a single, injury to you or others.
two views. centered guideline on the camera display to
Side Forward/Rearward View : Displays a assist with aligning a vehicle’s hitch ball
view that shows objects next to the front or with a trailer coupler. Select the trailer
Park Assist
rear sides of the vehicle. Touch Side guidance line button, then align the trailer The vehicle may be equipped with Front and
Forward/Rearward View on the infotainment guidance line over the trailer coupler. Rear Park Assist (FRPA). Under certain
display when a camera view is active. Continuously steer the vehicle to keep the conditions, the Park Assist system can assist
Touching the button multiple times will guidance line centered on the coupler when the driver during backing and parking
toggle between forward and rearward views. backing. RVC Park Assist overlays will not maneuvers when the vehicle is driven at no
Park Assist and RCTA overlays are not display when the trailer guidance line is more than 9 km/h (6 mph). An illuminated
available when Side Forward/Rearward View active. Hitch Guidance is only available in indicator in the Park Assist button indicates
is active. Standard View. the system is ready.
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Sensors located in the bumpers measure the
distance between the vehicle and objects Warning (Continued)
using sonar technology. These sensors are always check the area around the vehicle
designed to detect certain objects up to and check all mirrors before moving
2.5 m (8 ft) behind and 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of forward or backing.
your vehicle that are taller than
25 cm (10 in). How the System Works
Different environmental conditions may The vehicle may have a Park
affect whether and how far the Park Assist Assist amphitheater-like display on the
system can detect objects. Keep the sensors cluster with bars that represent the Turning the System On and Off
clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and estimated location of a detected object and The Park Assist System can be turned on or
clean sensors after a car wash in freezing the vehicle’s distance from the object. As a off using the infotainment system. To view
temperatures. Sensors that are not clean detected object becomes closer, more bars available settings from the infotainment
may not detect objects or may cause the light up and change color from yellow to home screen, touch Settings > Vehicle >
system to alert when not required. amber to red. Collision/Detection Systems.
When an object is first detected in the rear, The X button is used to turn on or off
{ Warning one beep will be heard from the rear, or the the Park Assist, which also turns on or off
The Park Assist System is no substitute driver's seat will pulse two times, the Backing Warning and Reverse Automatic
for careful and attentive driving. The Park if equipped with Safety Alert Seat. When an Braking (RAB) at the same time. When the
Assist system does not detect children, object is very close, five beeps will sound system is turned off, a system off message
pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects from the front or rear (depending on the is shown on the display. This message
located below the bumper or that are too object's location), or the driver's seat will disappears after a short period of time.
close or too far from the vehicle. It is not pulse five times. Beeps for front are higher
pitched than the rear. Turn off Park Assist when towing a trailer to
available at speeds greater than 9 km/h
prevent unwanted beeps and when a bike
(6 mph). To prevent injury, death, rack is attached to ensure proper operation.
or vehicle damage, even with Park Assist,
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When the System Does Not Seem to Work . An object is currently blocking the rear
Properly sensors (for example, bike rack, tailgate,
trailer hitch, etc.). Once the object is
If a service message displays, check the
removed, Park Assist will return to normal
following conditions:
operation.
. The sensors may not be clean. Keep the
. The bumper is damaged. Take the vehicle
vehicle's front and rear bumpers free of
to your dealer for repairs. Rear Pedestrian Alert Indicator
mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. For
cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care . Other conditions, such as vibrations from
a jackhammer or the compression of air When a pedestrian is detected within the
0 318. system’s range directly behind the vehicle,
. The Park Assist sensors may be covered
brakes on a very large truck, are affecting
system performance. this symbol flashes amber on the
by frost or ice. Frost or ice can form infotainment display, along with five beeps
around and behind the sensors and may Rear Pedestrian Alert from the rear, or if equipped, two pulses
not always be seen; this can occur after from both sides of the driver seat. When a
washing the vehicle in cold weather. The If equipped, and under certain conditions, pedestrian is detected close to the vehicle,
message may not clear until the frost or this feature can provide alerts for a the symbol flashes red on the infotainment
ice has melted. pedestrian within the system’s range display, along with ten beeps from the rear,
directly behind the vehicle. This feature only or if equipped, seven pulses from both sides
If a service message displays and the above works in R (Reverse) below 12 km/h (8 mph),
conditions do not exist, take the vehicle to of the driver seat.
and detects pedestrians up to 8 m (26 ft)
your dealer for repairs. away during daytime driving. During
If the Park Assist System does not activate nighttime driving, feature performance is
{ Warning
due to a temporary condition, a system off very limited. Rear Pedestrian Alert does not
message is shown on the display. This can automatically brake the vehicle. It also
occur under the following conditions: does not provide an alert unless it
. The driver has disabled the system. detects a pedestrian, and it may not
detect all pedestrians if:
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Rear Pedestrian Alert can be set to Off or Driving With a Trailer
Warning (Continued) Alert. To view available settings from the Use caution while backing up when towing
. The pedestrian is not directly behind infotainment screen, touch Settings > a trailer. The RCTA feature is automatically
the vehicle, fully visible to the Rear Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Rear disabled when a trailer is attached to the
Vision Camera (RVC), or standing Pedestrian Detection. vehicle.
upright. If equipped, alerts can be set to beeps or
.
Turning the Features On or Off
The pedestrian is part of a group. seat pulses. To view available settings from
. The pedestrian is a child. the infotainment screen, touch Settings > The X button on the center console is
Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > used to turn on or off Rear Park Assist (RPA)
. Visibility is poor, including nighttime Alert Type. and RCTA at the same time. The indicator
conditions, fog, rain, or snow. light in the button comes on when the
. The RVC is blocked by dirt, snow, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features are on and turns off when the
or ice. System features have been disabled.
. The RVC, taillamps, or back-up lamps RCTA can be turned on or off using the
If equipped, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
are not cleaned or in proper working displays a red warning triangle with a left infotainment system. To view available
condition. or right pointing arrow on the infotainment settings for this feature, touch the Settings
. The vehicle is not in R (Reverse). display to warn of traffic coming from the icon on the infotainment home page. Select
left or right. This system detects objects “Vehicle” to display the list of available
To help avoid death or injury, always options and select “Collision/Detection
coming from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left
check for pedestrians around the vehicle Systems”.
or right side of the vehicle. When an object
before backing up. Be ready to take is detected, either three beeps sound from
action and apply the brakes. See the left or right or three Safety Alert Seat Assistance Systems for Driving
Defensive Driving 0 190. Keep the RVC, pulses occur on the left or right side, If equipped, when driving the vehicle in a
taillamps, and back-up lamps clean and in depending on the direction of the detected forward gear, Forward Collision Alert (FCA),
good repair. vehicle. Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keep
Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA),
Lane Change Alert (LCA), Automatic
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Emergency Braking (AEB), and/or the Front Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System can help to { Warning
avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. FCA is a warning system and does not
apply the brakes. When approaching a
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead
System too rapidly, or when following a vehicle
If equipped, the FCA system may help to too closely, FCA may not provide a
avoid or reduce the harm caused by warning with enough time to help avoid
a crash. It also may not provide any FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA
front-end crashes. When approaching a system detects a vehicle ahead. When a
vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a warning at all. FCA does not warn of
vehicle is detected, the vehicle ahead
red flashing alert on the windshield and pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails, indicator will display green. Vehicles may
rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat. FCA bridges, construction barrels, or other not be detected on curves, highway exit
also lights an amber visual alert if following objects. Be ready to take action and ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; or if a
another vehicle much too closely. apply the brakes. See Defensive Driving vehicle ahead is partially blocked by
FCA detects vehicles within a distance of 0 190. pedestrians or other objects. FCA will not
approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at detect another vehicle ahead until it is
speeds above 8 km/h (5 mph). If the vehicle FCA can be disabled through vehicle settings. completely in the driving lane.
has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it can To view available settings for this feature,
detect vehicles to distances of approximately touch the Settings icon on the infotainment { Warning
110 m (360 ft) and operates at all speeds. home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the
list of available options and select “Collision/ FCA does not provide a warning to help
See Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced)
Detection Systems”. avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle.
0 218.
FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if
the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow,
or ice, or if the windshield is damaged.
It may also not detect a vehicle on
winding or hilly roads, or in conditions
that can limit visibility such as fog, rain,
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When your vehicle approaches another Selecting the Alert Timing
Warning (Continued) detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA
or snow, or if the headlamps or display will flash on the windshield. Also,
windshield are not cleaned or in proper eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound
condition. Keep the windshield, from the front, or both sides of the Safety
headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in Alert Seat will pulse five times. When this
good repair. Collision Alert occurs, the brake system may
prepare for driver braking to occur more
Collision Alert rapidly which can cause a brief, mild The Collision Alert control is on the steering
deceleration. Continue to apply the brake wheel. Press [ to set the FCA timing to
pedal as needed. Far, Medium, or Near. The first button press
Tailgating Alert shows the current setting on the DIC.
Additional button presses will change this
setting. The chosen setting will remain until
it is changed and will affect the timing of
both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating
With Head-Up Display Alert features. The timing of both alerts will
vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the
vehicle speed, the farther away the alert will
The vehicle ahead indicator will display occur. Consider traffic and weather
amber when you are following a vehicle conditions when selecting the alert timing.
ahead too closely. The range of selectable alert timings may
not be appropriate for all drivers and driving
conditions.
Without Head-Up Display
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If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive . Clean the entire front of the vehicle. Cruise Control (ACC), above 4 km/h (2 mph).
Cruise Control (ACC), changing the FCA . Clean the headlamps. It can detect vehicles up to approximately
timing setting automatically changes the 60 m (197 ft).
following gap setting (Far, Medium, Automatic Emergency
or Near). Braking (AEB) { Warning
Following Distance Indicator If equipped, the AEB system may help avoid AEB is an emergency crash preparation
or reduce the harm caused by front-end feature and is not designed to avoid
The following distance to a moving vehicle
crashes. AEB also includes Intelligent Brake crashes. Do not rely on AEB to brake the
ahead in your path is indicated in following
time in seconds on the Driver Information Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle. AEB will not brake outside of its
Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling operating speed range and only responds
(DIC) (Base Level) 0 114 or Driver Information in the same direction that you may be to detected vehicles.
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117. The minimum about to crash into, it can provide a boost
AEB may not:
following time is 0.5 seconds away. If there to braking or automatically brake the
vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the . Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or
is no vehicle detected ahead, or the vehicle
ahead is out of sensor range, dashes will be severity of crashes when driving in a hilly roads.
displayed. forward gear. Depending on the situation, . Detect all vehicles, especially vehicles
the vehicle may automatically brake with a trailer, tractors, muddy
Unnecessary Alerts moderately or hard. Always wear a seat belt vehicles, etc.
and ensure that all passengers are properly
FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for . Detect a vehicle when weather limits
restrained. This automatic emergency
turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, visibility, such as in fog, rain, or snow.
braking can only occur if a vehicle is
objects that are not vehicles, or shadows. . Detect a vehicle ahead if it is partially
detected. This is shown by the FCA vehicle
These alerts are normal operation and the
ahead indicator being lit. See Forward blocked by pedestrians or other
vehicle does not need service.
Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 235. objects.
Cleaning the System The system works when driving in a forward Complete attention is always required
If the FCA system does not seem to operate gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h while driving, and you should be ready to
properly, this may correct the issue: (50 mph), or on vehicles with Adaptive take action and apply the brakes and/or
. Clean the outside of the windshield in steer the vehicle to avoid crashes.
front of the rearview mirror.
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AEB may slow the vehicle to a complete . There is a problem with the StabiliTrak/
stop to try to avoid a potential crash. If this { Warning Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
happens, AEB may engage the Electric IBA may increase vehicle braking in The AEB system does not need service.
Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a situations when it may not be necessary.
stop. Release the EPB or firmly press the You could block the flow of traffic. If this Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
accelerator pedal. occurs, take your foot off the brake pedal System
and then apply the brakes as needed.
{ Warning If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid
AEB and IBA can be disabled through vehicle or reduce the harm caused by front-end
AEB may automatically brake the vehicle
settings. To view available settings for this crashes with nearby pedestrians when
suddenly in situations where it is
feature, touch the Settings icon on the driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an
unexpected and undesired. It could
infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to amber indicator, ~, when a nearby
respond to a turning vehicle ahead,
display the list of available options and pedestrian is detected ahead. When
guardrails, signs, and other non-moving
select “Collision/Detection Systems”. approaching a detected pedestrian too
objects. To override AEB, firmly press the quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on
accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so.
{ Warning the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses
the driver seat. FPB can provide a boost to
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) Using AEB or IBA while towing a trailer braking or automatically brake the vehicle.
could cause you to lose control of the This system includes Intelligent Brake Assist
IBA may activate when the brake pedal is
applied quickly by providing a boost to vehicle and crash. Turn the system to (IBA), and the Automatic Emergency Braking
braking based on the speed of approach and Alert or Off when towing a trailer. (AEB) system may also respond to
distance to a vehicle ahead. pedestrians. See Automatic Emergency
A system unavailable message may Braking (AEB) 0 237. Always wear a seat
Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal display if: belt and ensure that all passengers are
movement during this time is normal and . The front of the vehicle or windshield is properly restrained.
the brake pedal should continue to be not clean.
applied as needed. IBA will automatically
. Heavy rain or snow is interfering with
disengage only when the brake pedal is
released. object detection.
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The FPB system can detect and alert to Front Pedestrian Alert
pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds Warning (Continued)
between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h Be ready to take action and apply the
(50 mph). During daytime driving, the brakes. For more information, see
system detects pedestrians up to a distance Defensive Driving 0 190. Keep the
of approximately 40 m (131 ft). During windshield, headlamps, and FPB sensor
nighttime driving, system performance is clean and in good repair.
very limited.
With Head-Up Display
FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert and
{ Warning Brake through vehicle settings. To view
FPB does not provide an alert or available settings from the infotainment
automatically brake the vehicle, unless it screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Collision/
detects a pedestrian. FPB may not detect Detection Systems.
pedestrians, including children: Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead
. When the pedestrian is not directly
ahead, fully visible, or standing Without Head-Up Display
upright, or when part of a group. When the vehicle approaches a pedestrian
. Due to poor visibility, including ahead too rapidly, the red FPB alert display
nighttime conditions, fog, rain, will flash on the windshield. Eight rapid
or snow. high-pitched beeps will sound from the
. If the FPB sensor is blocked by dirt, front, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat
FPB alerts and automatic braking will not
snow, or ice. will pulse five times. When this Pedestrian
occur unless the FPB system detects a
Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare
. If the headlamps or windshield are not pedestrian. When a pedestrian that may
for driver braking to occur more rapidly
cleaned or in proper condition. enter the vehicle’s forward path is detected,
which can cause a brief, mild deceleration.
(Continued) the pedestrian ahead indicator will display
Continue to apply the brake pedal as
amber.
needed. Cruise control may be disengaged
when the Front Pedestrian Alert occurs.
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Automatic Braking
Warning (Continued) Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
If FPB detects it is about to crash into a If equipped, the SBZA system is a
pedestrian directly ahead, and the brakes or size to pedestrians, including shadows.
lane-changing aid that assists drivers with
have not been applied, FPB may This is normal operation and the vehicle
avoiding crashes that occur with moving
automatically brake moderately or brake does not need service. To override
vehicles in the side blind zone, or blind spot
hard. This can help to avoid some very low Automatic Braking, firmly press the areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear,
speed pedestrian crashes or reduce accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. the left or right side mirror display will light
pedestrian injury. FPB can automatically up if a moving vehicle is detected in that
brake to detected pedestrians between Automatic Braking can be disabled through blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and
8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). vehicle settings.To view available settings a vehicle is also detected on the same side,
Automatic braking levels may be reduced from the infotainment screen, touch Settings the display will flash as an extra warning
under certain conditions, such as higher > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > not to change lanes. Since this system is
speeds. Front Pedestrian Detection. part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA) system,
FPB may slow the vehicle to a complete read the entire LCA section before using this
stop to try and avoid a potential collision { Warning feature.
with a pedestrian. If this happens, Automatic Using the Front Pedestrian Braking
Braking may engage the Electric Parking system while towing a trailer could cause Lane Change Alert (LCA)
Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. you to lose control of the vehicle and If equipped, the LCA system is a
Release the EPB. A firm press of the crash. Turn the system to Alert or Off lane-changing aid that assists drivers with
accelerator pedal will also release Automatic when towing a trailer. avoiding lane change crashes that occur with
Braking and the EPB. moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or
Cleaning the System spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
{ Warning If FPB does not seem to operate properly,
approaching these areas from behind. The
FPB may alert or automatically brake the LCA warning display will light up in the
cleaning the outside of the windshield in
vehicle suddenly in situations where it is corresponding outside mirror and will flash
front of the rearview mirror may correct the
if the turn signal is on.
unexpected and undesired. It could falsely issue.
alert or brake for objects similar in shape
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The LCA sensor covers a zone of
{ Warning approximately one lane over from both
LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The
outside of the system detection zones, height of the zone is approximately between
pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground.
not provide alerts when changing lanes The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning
under all driving conditions. Failure to use area starts at approximately the middle of Left Outside Mirror Right Outside Mirror
proper care when changing lanes may the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers Display Display
are also warned of vehicles rapidly
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) behind When the vehicle is started, both outside
Before making a lane change, always the vehicle.
check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to
and use the turn signals. How the System Works indicate the system is operating. When the
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right
The LCA symbol lights up in the outside outside mirror display will light up if a
LCA Detection Zones
mirrors when the system detects a moving moving vehicle is detected in the next lane
vehicle in the next lane over that is in the over in that blind zone or rapidly
side blind zone or rapidly approaching that approaching that zone. If the turn signal is
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol indicates activated in the same direction as a
it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before detected vehicle, this display will flash as an
making a lane change, check the LCA extra warning not to change lanes.
display, check mirrors, glance over your
shoulder, and use the turn signals. LCA can be disabled. When you disable LCA,
Side Blind Zone Alert is also disabled. To
view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
1. SBZA Detection Zone Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems. If LCA
2. LCA Detection Zone is disabled by the driver, the LCA mirror
displays will not light up.
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When the System Does Not Seem to LCA may not operate when the LCA sensors if the vehicle approaches a detected lane
Work Properly in the left or right corners of the rear marking. It may also provide a Lane
bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, Departure Warning (LDW) alert if the vehicle
The LCA system requires some driving for ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For crosses a detected lane marking. This system
the system to calibrate to maximum cleaning instructions, see "Washing the is not intended to keep the vehicle centered
performance. This calibration may occur Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 318. If the DIC in the lane. LKA will not assist and alert if
more quickly if the vehicle is driving on a still displays the system unavailable the turn signal is active, or if it detects that
straight highway road with traffic and message after cleaning both sides of the you are accelerating, braking or actively
roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, barriers). vehicle toward the rear corners of the steering. LKA can be overridden by turning
LCA displays may not come on when vehicle, see your dealer. the steering wheel. If the system detects
passing a vehicle quickly, for a stopped If the LCA displays do not light up when you are steering intentionally across a lane
vehicle, or when towing a trailer. The LCA moving vehicles are in the side blind zone or marker, the LDW may not be given. Do not
detection zones that extend back from the are rapidly approaching this zone and the expect the LDW to occur when you are
side of the vehicle do not move further back system is clean, the system may need intentionally crossing a lane marker.
when a trailer is towed. Use caution while service. Take the vehicle to your dealer.
changing lanes when towing a trailer. LCA { Warning
may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, Radio Frequency Information The LKA system does not continuously
such as a trailer, bicycle, or object extending
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347. steer the vehicle. It may not keep the
out to either side of the vehicle. Attached
objects may also interfere with the vehicle in the lane or give a Lane
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Departure Warning (LDW) alert, even if a
detection of vehicles. This is normal system
operation; the vehicle does not need service. If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due lane marking is detected.
to unintentional lane departures. This (Continued)
LCA may not always alert the driver to system uses a camera to detect lane
vehicles in the next lane over, especially in markings. The LKA system can be ready to
wet conditions or when driving on sharp assist at speeds between approximately
curves. The system does not need to be 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph).
serviced. The system may light up due to On some vehicles, the system will instead
guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other operate above 50 km/h (31 mph). LKA may
non-moving objects. This is normal system assist by gently turning the steering wheel
operation; the vehicle does not need service.
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lane departure. It may further provide an
Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) audible alert or the driver seat may pulse
sensors clean and in good repair. Do not indicating that a lane marking has been
The LKA and LDW systems may not: use LKA in bad weather conditions or on crossed. The system does not provide a Lane
. Provide an alert or enough steering roads with unclear lane markings, such as Departure Warning (LDW) when
assist to avoid a lane departure or construction zones. intentionally steering across a lane marker.
crash.
To turn LKA on and off, press A on the
. Detect lane markings under poor center stack. If equipped, the indicator light
weather or visibility conditions. This { Warning on the button comes on when LKA is on and
can occur if the windshield or Using LKA on slippery roads could cause turns off when LKA is disabled. In some
headlamps are blocked by dirt, snow, loss of control of the vehicle and a crash. vehicles a long press of over three seconds
or ice; if they are not in proper Turn the system off. is required to turn LKA off.
condition; or if the sun shines directly
into the camera. LKA may not be available in extremely cold
temperatures of less than approximately
. Detect road edges. { Warning −30° f (−34° c).
. Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads. LKA will not alert the driver if a towed
When on, A is white, if equipped,
If LKA only detects lane markings on one trailer crosses into an adjacent lane of
indicating that the system is not ready to
side of the road, it will only assist or travel. Serious injury or property damage
assist. A is green if LKA is ready to
provide an LDW alert when approaching may occur if the trailer moves into
assist. LKA may assist by gently turning the
the lane on the side where it has another lane. Always monitor the trailer
steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a
detected a lane marking. Even with LKA position while towing to make sure it is
within the same lane as the tow vehicle. detected lane marking. A is amber when
and LDW, you must steer the vehicle. assisting. It may also provide a Lane
Always keep your attention on the road Departure Warning (LDW) alert by flashing
How the System Works
and maintain proper vehicle position A amber if the vehicle crosses a
within the lane, or vehicle damage, LKA uses a camera sensor installed on the detected lane marking. Additionally, there
injury, or death could occur. Always keep windshield ahead of the rearview mirror to may be three beeps, or the driver seat may
the windshield, headlamps, and camera detect lane markings. It may provide brief pulse three times, on the right or left,
(Continued) steering assist if it detects an unintended depending on the lane departure direction.
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Take Steering The LKA system does not need service. Clean
The LKA system does not continuously steer the outside of the windshield behind the
the vehicle. If LKA does not detect active rearview mirror.
driver steering, an alert and chime may be LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts may occur
provided. Steer the vehicle to dismiss. LKA due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the
may become temporarily unavailable after road, temporary or construction lane
repeated take steering alerts. markings, or other road imperfections. This
is normal system operation; the vehicle does
When the System Does Not Seem to not need service. Turn LKA off if these
Work Properly conditions continue.
The system performance may be
affected by: Fuel
. Close vehicles ahead. Recommended Fuel
. Sudden lighting changes, such as when Top Tier Fuel
driving through tunnels. GM recommends the use of TOP TIER
. Banked roads. Detergent Gasoline to keep the engine clean,
. Roads with poor lane markings, such as reduce engine deposits, and maintain
two-lane roads. optimal vehicle performance. Look for the
TOP TIER Logo or see www.toptiergas.com
If the LKA system is not functioning for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
properly when lane markings are clearly marketers and applicable countries. Regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM
visible, cleaning the windshield may help. specification D4814 with a posted octane
A camera blocked message may display if rating (R+M)/2 of 87 or greater is
the camera is blocked. Some driver recommended. Do not use gasoline with a
assistance systems may have reduced posted octane rating of less than 87, as this
performance or not work at all. An LKA or will result in reduced performance and
LDW unavailable message may display if the driveability. If heavy knocking is heard when
systems are temporarily unavailable. This using gasoline rated at 87 or greater, the
message could be due to a blocked camera. engine needs service.
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Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel.
Caution (Continued) Filling the Tank
Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels
greater than 15% by volume. . Fuel with a posted octane rating of An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which
less than the recommended fuel. Using side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See
Prohibited Fuels this fuel will lower fuel economy and Fuel Gauge 0 102.
performance, and may decrease the
Caution life of the emissions catalyst. { Warning
Do not use fuels with any of the Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently
following conditions; doing so may Fuels in Foreign Countries and can cause injury or death.
damage the vehicle and void its The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post fuel Follow these guidelines to help avoid
warranty: octane ratings in anti-knock index (AKI). For injuries to you and others:
. For vehicles that are not FlexFuel, fuel fuel not to use in a foreign country, see
Prohibited Fuels 0 245. . Read and follow all the instructions on
labeled greater than 15% ethanol by
volume, such as mid-level ethanol the fuel pump island.
blends (16–50% ethanol), E85, Fuel Additives . Turn off the engine when refueling.
or FlexFuel. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is highly . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking
. Fuel with any amount of methanol, recommended for use with your vehicle. materials away from fuel.
methylal, ferrocene, and aniline. These If your country does not have TOP TIER . Do not leave the fuel pump
fuels can corrode metal fuel system Detergent Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel
unattended.
parts or damage plastic and rubber System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to the
vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at every oil . Avoid using electronic devices while
parts.
change or 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever refueling.
. Fuel containing metals such as
occurs first. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and . Do not re-enter the vehicle while
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus
tricarbonyl (MMT), which can damage pumping fuel.
−Gasoline will help keep your vehicle’s
the emissions control system and . Keep children away from the fuel
engine fuel deposit free and performing
spark plugs. optimally. pump and never let children
(Continued) pump fuel.
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The capless refueling system does not have
Warning (Continued) a fuel cap. Fully insert and latch the fill { Warning
. Before touching the fill nozzle, touch a nozzle, begin fueling. If a fire starts while you are refueling, do
metallic object to discharge static not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the
electricity from your body. { Warning flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or
. Fuel can spray out if the fill nozzle is Overfilling the fuel tank by more than by notifying the station attendant. Leave
inserted too quickly. This spray can three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may the area immediately.
happen if the tank is nearly full, and is cause:
more likely in hot weather. Insert the Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel
. Vehicle performance issues, including Container
fill nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss
noise to stop before beginning to engine stalling and damage to the fuel
system. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be
flow fuel. filled from a portable fuel container:
. Fuel spills.
. Under certain conditions, fuel fires.

Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds

after you have finished pumping before
removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See
Exterior Care 0 318. Push the fuel door 1. Locate the capless funnel adapter from
closed until it latches. the rear cargo area under the load
floor tray.
2. Insert and latch the funnel into the
capless fuel system.

To open the fuel door, push and release the

rearward center edge of the door.
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To tow a disabled vehicle, see Transporting
{ Warning Warning (Continued) a Disabled Vehicle 0 315. To tow the vehicle
Attempting to refuel from a portable fuel . Do not fill a container while it is behind another vehicle such as a motor
container without using the funnel inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, in home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing
adapter may cause fuel spillage and a pickup bed, or on any surface other 0 316.
damage the capless fuel system. This than the ground.
could cause a fire. You or others could be . Bring the fill nozzle in contact with
Driving Characteristics and
badly burned and the vehicle could be the inside of the fill opening before Towing Tips
damaged. operating the nozzle. Maintain contact
until filling is complete. { Warning
3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking You can lose control when towing a
and return it to the storage location. materials away from fuel. trailer if the correct equipment is not
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . Avoid using electronic devices while used or the vehicle is not driven properly.
pumping fuel. For example, if the trailer is too heavy or
the trailer brakes are inadequate for the
{ Warning load, the vehicle may not stop as
Never fill a portable fuel container while Trailer Towing expected. You and others could be
it is in the vehicle. Static electricity
discharge from the container can ignite
General Towing Information seriously injured. The vehicle may also be
damaged, and the repairs would not be
the fuel vapor. You or others could be Only use towing equipment that has been covered by the vehicle warranty. Pull a
badly burned and the vehicle could be designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer trailer only if all the steps in this section
damaged. To help avoid injury to you or trailering dealer for assistance with
have been followed. Ask your dealer for
and others: preparing the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read
the entire section before towing a trailer. advice and information about towing a
. Dispense fuel only into approved trailer with the vehicle.
containers.
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Driving with a Trailer . Perform an oil change to the vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and
before heavy towing. Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) should be set
Trailering is different than just driving the
. Do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and to Alert unless equipped with Super Cruise.
vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in
handling, acceleration, braking, durability, do not make starts at full throttle during Do not use Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering the first 800 km (500 mi) of trailer while towing a trailer.
takes correct equipment, and it has to be towing.
used properly. . Tow in D (Drive). If the transmission { Warning
downshifts too often, a lower gear may
The following information has many be selected using Manual Mode. See To prevent serious injury or death from
time-tested, important trailering tips and Manual Mode 0 209. carbon monoxide (CO), when towing a
safety rules. Many of these are important trailer:
for your safety and that of your passengers. The following advanced driver assistance
. Do not drive with the liftgate, trunk/
Read this section carefully before towing a features should be turned off when towing
a trailer, and may turn off automatically hatch, or rear-most window open.
trailer.
when a trailer is detected: . Fully open the air outlets on or under
When towing a trailer: the instrument panel.
. Park Assist
. Become familiar with, and follow all state
. Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) . Adjust the climate control system to a
and local laws that apply to trailer
. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) setting that brings in only outside air.
towing. These requirements vary from
. Rear Cross Traffic Braking (RCTB) See “Climate Control Systems” in the
state to state.
Index.
. State laws may require the use of . Lane Change Alert (LCA)
extended side view mirrors. If your . Super Cruise and Adaptive Cruise Control For more information about carbon
visibility is limited or restricted while (ACC), unless equipped with trailering monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 206.
towing, install extended side view mirrors functionality, see Adaptive Cruise Control
on your vehicle, even if not required. (Advanced) 0 218.
. Do not tow a trailer during the first
800 km (500 mi) of vehicle use to
prevent damage to the engine, axle,
or other parts.
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Towing a trailer requires experience. The Following Distance Making Turns
combination of the vehicle and trailer is
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle Caution
longer and not as responsive as the vehicle
ahead as you would when driving without a
itself. Get used to the handling and braking Turn more slowly and make wider arcs
trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking
of the combination by driving on a level when towing a trailer to prevent damage
and sudden turns.
road surface before driving on public roads. to your vehicle. Making very sharp turns
The trailer structure, the tires, and the Passing could cause the trailer to contact the
brakes must be all be rated to carry the More passing distance is needed when vehicle.
intended cargo. Inadequate trailer towing a trailer. The combination of the
equipment can cause the combination to vehicle and trailer will not accelerate as Make wider turns than normal when towing,
operate in an unexpected or unsafe manner. quickly and is much longer than the vehicle so the trailer will not go over soft shoulders,
Before driving, inspect all trailer hitch parts alone. It is necessary to go much farther over curbs, or strike road signs, trees,
and attachments, safety chains, electrical beyond the passed vehicle before returning or other objects. Always signal turns well in
connectors, lamps, tires, and mirrors. See to the lane. Pass on level roadways. Avoid advance. Do not steer or brake suddenly.
Towing Equipment 0 254. If the trailer has passing on hills if possible.
electric brakes, start the combination Driving on Grades
moving and then manually apply the trailer Backing Up Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear
brake controller to check the trailer brakes Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with before starting down a long or steep
work. During the trip, occasionally check one hand. To move the trailer to the left, downhill grade. If the transmission is not
that the cargo and trailer are secure and move that hand to the left. To move the shifted down, the brakes may overheat and
that the lamps and any trailer brakes are trailer to the right, move that hand to the result in reduced braking efficiency.
working. right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Shift the
Towing with a Stability Control System have someone guide you. transmission to a lower gear if the
transmission shifts too often under heavy
When towing, the stability control system
loads and/or hilly conditions.
might be heard. The system reacts to
vehicle movement caused by the trailer,
which mainly occurs during cornering. This is
normal when towing heavier trailers.
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When towing at higher altitudes, engine 2. Have someone place chocks under the Maintenance When Trailer Towing
coolant will boil at a lower temperature trailer wheels.
The vehicle needs service more often when
than at lower altitudes. If the engine is 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, used to tow trailers. See Maintenance
turned off immediately after towing at high gradually release the brake pedal to Schedule 0 328. It is especially important to
altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle allow the chocks to absorb the load of check the engine oil, axle lubricant, belts,
could show signs similar to engine the trailer. cooling system, and brake system before
overheating. To avoid this, let the engine
4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the and during each trip.
run, preferably on level ground, with the
transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes parking brake and shift into P (Park). Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on
before turning the engine off. If the 5. Release the brake pedal. the trailer hitch are tight.
overheat warning comes on, see Engine
Overheating 0 271.
Leaving After Parking on a Hill Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal: The cooling system may temporarily
Parking on Hills . Start the engine. overheat during severe operating conditions.
. Shift into the desired gear. See Engine Overheating 0 271.
{ Warning . Release the parking brake.
To prevent serious injury or death, Trailer Towing
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
always park your vehicle and trailer on a
level surface when possible. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of Caution
the chocks. Towing a trailer improperly can damage
When parking your vehicle and your trailer 4. Stop and have someone pick up and the vehicle and result in costly repairs
on a hill: store the chocks. not covered by the vehicle warranty. To
1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift tow a trailer correctly, follow the
into P (Park). Turn the wheels into the directions in this section and see your
curb if facing downhill or into traffic if dealer for important information about
facing uphill. towing a trailer with the vehicle.
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Trailer Weight See “Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment” Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
under Towing Equipment 0 254 to determine
GCWR is the total allowable weight of the
{ Warning if equalizer bars are required to obtain the
completely loaded vehicle and trailer
maximum trailer weight rating.
Never exceed the towing capacity for including any fuel, passengers, cargo,
your vehicle. See “Trailer Brakes” under Towing equipment, and accessories. Do not exceed
Equipment 0 254 to determine if brakes are the GCWR for your vehicle. The GCWR for
Safe trailering requires monitoring the required based on the trailer weight. the vehicle is on the Tow Rating Chart
weight, speed, altitude, road grades, outside The only way to be sure the weight is not following.
temperature, dimensions of the front of the exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh To check that the weight of the vehicle and
trailer, and how frequently the vehicle is the tow vehicle and trailer combination, trailer are within the GCWR for the vehicle,
used to tow a trailer. fully loaded for the trip, getting individual follow these steps:
Trailer Weight Ratings weights for each of these items. 1. Start with the "curb weight."
2. Add the weight of the trailer loaded with
When towing a trailer, the combined weight
of the vehicle, vehicle contents, trailer, and
{ Warning cargo and ready for the trip.
trailer contents must be below all of the You and others could be seriously injured
3. Add the weight of all passengers.
maximum weight ratings for the vehicle or killed if the trailer is too heavy or the
trailer brakes are inadequate for the load. 4. Add the weight of all cargo in the
including: vehicle.
. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) The vehicle may be damaged, and the
repairs would not be covered by the 5. Add the weight of hitch hardware such
. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) as a draw bar, ball, load equalizer bars,
vehicle warranty.
. Maximum Trailer Weight Rating or sway bars.
. Gross Axle Weight Rating-Rear (GAWR-RR) Only tow a trailer if all the steps in this
6. Add the weight of any accessories or
. Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating section have been followed. Ask your
aftermarket equipment added to the
dealer for advice and information about vehicle.
towing a trailer.
The resulting weight cannot exceed
the GCWR.
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The gross combined weight can also be Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Use the tow rating chart to determine how
confirmed by weighing the truck and trailer much the trailer can weigh, based on the
For information about the vehicle's
on a public scale. The truck and trailer vehicle model, powertrain and trailering
maximum load capacity, see Vehicle Load
should be loaded for the trip with options.
Limits 0 196. When calculating the GVWR
passengers and cargo.
with a trailer attached, the trailer tongue
weight must be included as part of the
weight the vehicle is carrying.
Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
The maximum trailer weight rating is
calculated assuming the tow vehicle has a
driver, a front seat passenger, and all
required trailering equipment. This value
represents the heaviest trailer the vehicle
can tow, but it may be necessary to reduce
the trailer weight to stay within the GCW,
GVWR, maximum trailer tongue load,
or GAWR-RR for the vehicle.
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Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR
Front-Wheel Drive 680 kg (1,500 lb) 3 050 kg (6,725 lb)
Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 650 kg (10,250 lb)
All-Wheel Drive 680 kg (1,500 lb) 3 200 kg (7,055 lb)
All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 750 kg (10,470 lb)

Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating The trailer tongue weight contributes to the
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). GVW includes
The Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating the CURB WEIGHT of your vehicle, any
is the allowable trailer tongue weight that passengers, cargo, equipment and the trailer
the vehicle can support using a conventional tongue weight. Vehicle options, passengers,
trailer hitch. It may be necessary to reduce cargo, and equipment reduce the maximum
the overall trailer weight to stay within the allowable tongue weight the vehicle can
maximum trailer tongue weight rating while
carry, which also reduces the maximum
still maintaining the correct trailer load
allowable trailer weight.
balance.
Trailer Load Balance
The correct trailer load balance must be
maintained to ensure trailer stability.
Do not exceed a maximum trailer tongue Incorrect load balance is a leading cause of
weight of 226 kg (500 lb) for a conventional trailer sway.
trailer hitch.
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If the trailer tongue weight is too high or For additional assistance with trailering or
too low, it may be possible to rearrange additional information, see your dealer.
some of the cargo inside of the trailer.
Towing Equipment
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
tongue weight for your vehicle. Use the Hitches
shortest hitch extension available to position
the hitch ball closer to your vehicle. This will Always use the correct hitch equipment for
help reduce the effect of the trailer tongue your vehicle. Crosswinds, large trucks going
weight on the trailer hitch and the rear axle. by, and rough roads can affect the trailer
and the hitch.
If a cargo carrier is used in the trailer hitch
receiver, choose a carrier that positions the Never attach rental hitches or other
load as close to the vehicle as possible. bumper-type hitches. Only use
The trailer tongue weight (1) should be 10– Make sure the total weight, including the frame-mounted hitches that do not attach to
15% of the loaded trailer weight (2). Some carrier, is no more than half of the the bumper.
specific trailer types, such as boat trailers, maximum allowable tongue weight for the Hitch Cover
fall outside of this range. Always refer to vehicle or 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less.
the trailer owner’s manual for the
Ask your dealer for trailering information or
recommended trailer tongue weight for each
assistance.
trailer. Never exceed the maximum loads for
your vehicle, hitch and trailer. Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating
After loading the trailer, separately weigh (GAWR-RR)
the trailer and then the trailer tongue and The GAWR-RR is the total weight that can be
calculate the trailer load balance percentage supported by the rear axle of the vehicle. Do
to see if the weights and distribution are not exceed the GAWR-RR for the vehicle,
appropriate for your vehicle. If the trailer with the tow vehicle and trailer fully loaded
weight is too high, it may be possible to for the trip including the weight of the
transfer some of the cargo into your vehicle. trailer tongue. If using a weight-distributing
hitch, do not exceed the GAWR-RR before
applying the weight distribution spring bars.
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To remove hitch cover, if equipped: Safety Chains
1. Remove the two fasteners on the Always attach chains between the vehicle
lower tabs. and the trailer, and attach the chains to the
2. Pull the lower edge of the cover to holes on the trailer hitch platform.
about a 45 degree angle. Instructions about safety chains may be
3. Pull the cover downward to disengage provided by the hitch manufacturer or by
the upper attachments. the trailer manufacturer.
To reinstall hitch cover: Cross the safety chains under the tongue of
the trailer to help prevent the tongue from
1. Hold cover at a 45 degree angle to the contacting the road if it becomes separated
vehicle and push the upper tabs into the from the hitch. Always leave just enough
slots in the bumper. slack so the combination can turn. Never
2. Push the bottom of the cover forward 1. Front of Vehicle allow safety chains to drag on the ground.
until the lower tabs line up with the 2. Body to Ground Distance
lower slots. Trailer Brakes
When using a weight-distributing hitch, Loaded trailers over 450 kg (1,000 lb) must
3. Snap the hitch cover into place by
measure the front fender height above the be equipped with brake systems and with
pushing the upper corners forward.
front axle distance (2) before and after brakes for each axle. Trailer braking
4. Reinstall the two fasteners on the connecting the trailer. Adjust the spring bars
lower tabs. equipment conforming to Canadian
until the front fender height distance (2) is Standards Association (CSA) requirement
Consider using mechanical sway controls approximately half way between the first CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is
with any trailer. Ask a trailering professional and second measurements. recommended.
about sway controls or refer to the trailer Tires
manufacturer's recommendations and State or local regulations may require
instructions. . Do not tow a trailer while using a trailers to have their own braking system if
compact spare tire on the vehicle. the loaded weight of the trailer exceeds
Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment . Tires must be properly inflated to support certain minimums that can vary from state
loads while towing a trailer. See Tires to state.
A weight-distributing hitch may be useful
with some trailers. 0 288 for instructions on proper tire
inflation.
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Read and follow the instructions for the 4 Battery Feed Red/Green
trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted,
and maintained properly. Stop/Turn Signal
5 Green/Brown
Right
{ Warning 6
Electric Trailer
Blue
Never attempt to tamper with the Brake*
hydraulic brake system for your trailer 7 Ground Black
brakes. Do not connect a trailer's
hydraulic brake system directly to your * Circuit powered by electric trailer brake
vehicle's hydraulic brake system. If you control wiring provisions.
do, both the vehicle antilock brakes and
the trailer brakes may not function, Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring
which could result in a crash. If the vehicle is not equipped with a Provisions
seven-pin trailer connector, the body harness Wiring provisions for an aftermarket electric
Trailer Wiring has provisions to connect a trailer harness trailer brake controller are included with the
and a seven-pin trailer connector which is vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package.
The trailer wiring harness (if equipped), with available through your dealer.
a seven-pin connector is located at the rear The harness contains the following circuits:
of the vehicle, and it is tied to the vehicle's Use only a round, seven-wire connector with Electric Trailer
frame. flat blade terminals meeting SAE J2863 Blue
Brakes
specifications for proper electrical
connectivity. Red/Green or
Battery Feed
Red/Blue
The seven-wire harness contains the
following trailer circuits: Brake Apply Signal White/Blue
Stop/Turn Ground Black
1 Yellow/Blue
Signal Left
2 Tail/Parking Lamps Gray/Brown Refer to the aftermarket electric trailer brake
controller owner's manual to determine wire
3 Reverse Lamps White/Green color coding of the electric trailer brake
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controller. The wire colors on the brake Tow/Haul assists when pulling a heavy applied at each wheel, to help reduce
controller may be different from the vehicle. trailer or a large or heavy load. excessive trailer sway. If equipped with the
The electric trailer brake controller should be Tow/Haul Mode is designed to be most Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC)
installed by your dealer or a qualified effective when the vehicle and trailer system, and the trailer has an electric brake
service center. combined weight is at least 75% of the system, ESC may also apply the trailer
If equipped, there are four blunt cut wires vehicle's Gross Combined Weight Rating brakes.
inside the front driver side instrument panel. (GCWR). See “Weight of the Trailer” under
It will be necessary to have a technician Trailer Towing 0 250.
connect the 12-volt power to the engine Tow/Haul Mode is most useful when pulling
compartment fuse block. a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load:
Trailer Lamps . through rolling terrain
Always check all trailer lamps are working at . in stop-and-go traffic
. in busy parking lots If TSC is enabled, the TCS/ESC warning light
the beginning of each trip, and periodically will flash on the instrument cluster. Reduce
on longer trips. Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Mode vehicle speed by gradually removing your
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer when lightly loaded or not towing will not foot from the accelerator. If trailer sway
cause damage; however, it is not continues, ESC can reduce engine torque to
When properly connected, the trailer turn recommended and may result in unpleasant help slow the vehicle. TSC will not function
signals will illuminate to indicate the vehicle engine and transmission driving if ESC is turned off. See Traction Control/
is turning, changing lanes, or stopping. characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Electronic Stability Control 0 213.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on the
instrument cluster will illuminate even if the Trailer Sway Control (TSC) { Warning
trailer is not properly connected or the bulbs
Vehicles with Traction Control System (TCS)/ Trailer sway can result in a crash and in
are burned out.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) have a serious injury or death, even if the
Tow/Haul Mode Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. Trailer vehicle is equipped with TSC.
sway is unintended side-to-side motion of a
For instructions on how to enter Tow/Haul (Continued)
trailer while towing. If the vehicle is towing
mode, see Driver Mode Control 0 214. a trailer and the TSC detects that sway is
increasing, the vehicle brakes are selectively
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Trailer tires deteriorate over time. The trailer
Warning (Continued) tire sidewall will show the week and year Warning (Continued)
If the trailer begins to sway, reduce the tire was manufactured. Many trailer tire . A device connected to the DLC — such
vehicle speed by gradually removing your manufacturers recommend replacing tires as an aftermarket fleet or driver-behavior
foot from the accelerator. Then pull over more than six years old. tracking device — may interfere with
to check the trailer and vehicle to help Overloading is another leading cause of vehicle systems. This could affect vehicle
correct possible causes, including an trailer tire blow-outs. Never load your trailer operation and cause a crash. Such devices
improperly or overloaded trailer, with more weight than the tires are may also access information stored in the
unrestrained cargo, improper trailer hitch designed to support. The load rating is vehicle’s systems.
configuration, or improperly inflated or located on the trailer tire sidewall.
incorrect vehicle or trailer tires. See Always know the maximum speed rating for
Towing Equipment 0 254 for trailer Caution
the trailer tires before driving. This may be
ratings and hitch setup recommendations. significantly lower than the vehicle tire Some electrical equipment can damage
speed rating. The speed rating may be on the vehicle or cause components to not
Trailer Tires the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed rating is work and would not be covered by the
Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from vehicle not shown, the default trailer tire speed vehicle warranty. Always check with your
tires. Trailer tires are designed with stiff rating is 105 km/h (65 mph). dealer before adding electrical equipment.
sidewalls to help prevent sway and to
support heavy loads. These features can Conversions and Add-Ons Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's
12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not
make it difficult to determine if the trailer
tire pressures are low only based on a visual Add-On Electrical Equipment operating.
inspection. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before
Always check all trailer tire pressures before { Warning attempting to add anything electrical to the
each trip when the tires are cool. Low trailer vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used for
tire pressure is a leading cause of trailer tire Vehicle 0 63 and Adding Equipment to the
vehicle service and Emission Inspection/
blow-outs. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 64.
Maintenance testing. See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 107
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Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . 303
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . 303
General Information Bulb Replacement Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 304
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
California Perchlorate Materials LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 260 Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 260 Electrical System
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . 279
Vehicle Checks Electrical System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Jump Starting
Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . 261 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . 313
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 281
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . 263 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . 284 Towing the Vehicle
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 286 Transporting a Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . 315
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . 266 Wheels and Tires
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . 267 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Appearance Care
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . 292
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Tire Pressure for High-Speed
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . 296
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . 297
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . 301
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General Information special handling may apply. See GM Accessories are designed to complement
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ and function with other systems on the
For service and parts needs, visit your perchlorate. vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the
dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts vehicle using genuine GM Accessories
and GM-trained and supported service Accessories and Modifications installed by a dealer technician.
people. Adding non-dealer accessories or making Also, see Adding Equipment to the
Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: modifications to the vehicle can affect Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 64.
vehicle performance and safety, including
such things as airbags, braking, stability, Accessories and Modifications
ride and handling, emissions systems, Adding non-dealer accessories or making
aerodynamics, durability, Driver Assistance modifications to the vehicle can affect
Systems, and electronic systems like antilock vehicle performance and safety, including
brakes, traction control, and stability control. such things as airbags, braking, stability,
These accessories or modifications could ride and handling, emissions systems,
even cause malfunction or damage not aerodynamics, durability, Advanced Driver
covered by the vehicle warranty. Assistance Systems, and electronic systems
Damage to suspension components caused like antilock brakes, traction control, and
by modifying vehicle height outside of stability control. These accessories or
factory settings will not be covered by the modifications could even cause malfunction
vehicle warranty. or damage not covered by the vehicle
California Perchlorate Materials Damage to vehicle components resulting warranty.
Requirements from modifications or the installation or use Caution
of non-GM certified parts, including control
Certain types of automotive applications, module or software modifications, is not When adding accessories or other
such as airbag initiators, seat belt covered under the terms of the vehicle equipment after the purchase of your
pretensioners, and lithium batteries warranty and may affect remaining vehicle, ensure you are not exceeding
contained in electronic keys, may contain warranty coverage for affected parts. the vehicle axle weight ratings or overall
perchlorate materials. Perchlorate Material – weight ratings. Overloading the
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Vehicle Checks Keep a record with all parts receipts and list
Caution (Continued) the mileage and the date of any service
vehicle may cause damage. Repairs work performed. See Maintenance Records
would not be covered by the vehicle
Doing Your Own Service Work
0 334.
warranty. Do not overload the vehicle.
See Vehicle Load Limits 0 196 and { Warning Caution
Trailer Towing 0 250 for those specific It can be dangerous to work on your Even small amounts of contamination can
weight ratings. vehicle if you do not have the proper cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not
knowledge, service manual, tools, allow contaminants to contact the fluids,
Damage to suspension components caused or parts. Always follow owner’s manual reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
by modifying vehicle height outside of procedures and consult the service
factory settings will not be covered by the manual for your vehicle before doing any
vehicle warranty.
Hood
service work.
Damage to vehicle components resulting
from modifications or the installation or use If doing some of your own service work, use { Warning
of non-GM certified parts, including control the proper service manual. It tells you much For vehicles with auto engine stop/start,
module or software modifications, is not more about how to service the vehicle than turn the vehicle off before opening the
covered under the terms of the vehicle this manual can. To order the proper service hood. If the vehicle is on, the engine will
warranty and may affect remaining manual, see Publication Ordering start when the hood is opened. You or
warranty coverage for affected parts. Information 0 346. others could be injured.
GM Accessories are designed to complement This vehicle has an airbag system. Before
and function with other systems on the attempting to do your own service work,
vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle { Warning
vehicle using genuine GM Accessories 0 63. Components under the hood can get hot
installed by a dealer technician. If equipped with remote vehicle start, open from running the engine. To help avoid
Also, see Adding Equipment to the the hood before performing any service the risk of burning unprotected skin,
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 64. work to prevent remote starting the vehicle never touch these components until they
accidentally. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 14. have cooled, and always use a glove or
towel to avoid direct skin contact.
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Clear any snow from the hood before To close the hood:
opening. 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler
To open the hood: caps are on properly, and all tools are
1. Pull the hood release lever with the removed.
i symbol. It is on the lower left side 2. Pull the hood down until the strut
of the instrument panel. system is no longer holding up the hood.
3. Allow the hood to fall. Check to make
sure the hood is latched completely.
Repeat this process with additional force
if necessary.

{ Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is
not latched completely. The hood could
open fully, block your vision, and cause a
crash. You or others could be injured.
Always close the hood completely before
driving.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and locate
the secondary release lever under the
front center of the hood. Push the
secondary hood release lever to the right
to release.
3. After you have partially lifted the hood,
the gas strut system will automatically
lift the hood and hold it in the fully
open position.
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Engine Compartment Overview
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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 267. . Use engine oil approved to the proper Follow these guidelines:
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 264. specification and of the proper viscosity . To get an accurate reading, park the
grade. See “Selecting the Right Engine vehicle on level ground. Check the engine
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 264. Oil” in this section. oil level after the engine has been off for
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See . Check the engine oil level regularly and at least two hours. Checking the engine
Cooling System 0 268. maintain the proper oil level. See oil level on steep grades or too soon after
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid “Checking Engine Oil” and “When to Add engine shutoff can result in incorrect
0 273. Engine Oil” in this section. readings. Accuracy improves when
6. Battery - North America 0 274. . Change the engine oil at the appropriate checking a cold engine prior to starting.
time. See Engine Oil Life System 0 266. Remove the dipstick and check the level.
7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure
Cap. See Cooling System 0 268. . Always dispose of engine oil properly. See . If unable to wait two hours, the engine
“What to Do with Used Oil” in this must be off for at least 15 minutes if the
8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump engine is warm, or at least 30 minutes if
Starting - North America 0 313. section.
the engine is not warm. Pull out the
9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Checking Engine Oil dipstick, wipe it with a clean paper towel
Washer Fluid 0 272. Check the engine oil level regularly, every or cloth, then push it back in all the way.
10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 281. 650 km (400 mi), especially prior to a long Remove it again, keeping the tip down,
11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. trip. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. and check the level.
See Jump Starting - North America 0 313. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 263 for When to Add Engine Oil
the location.
Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and { Warning
long life, careful attention must be paid to The engine oil dipstick handle may be
engine oil. Following these simple, but hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or
important steps will help protect your glove to touch the dipstick handle.
investment:
If a low oil Driver Information Center (DIC) If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at
message displays, check the oil level. the tip of the dipstick and the engine has
been off for at least 15 minutes, add 1 L
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(1 qt) of the recommended oil and then Selecting the Right Engine Oil Viscosity Grade
recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil.
Selecting the right engine oil depends on
Engine Oil” later in this section for an Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of
both the proper oil specification and
explanation of what kind of oil to use. For extreme cold, where the temperature falls
viscosity grade. See Recommended Fluids
engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities below −29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may
and Lubricants 0 332.
and Specifications 0 336. be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will
Specification
Caution provide easier cold starting for the engine at
Ask for and use full synthetic engine oils extremely low temperatures.
Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above that meet the dexos1 specification. Engine
or below the acceptable operating range When selecting an oil of the appropriate
oils that have been approved by GM as
viscosity grade, it is recommended to select
shown on the dipstick are harmful to the meeting the dexos1 specification are marked
an oil of the correct specification. See
engine. If the oil level is above the with the dexos1 approved logo. See
“Specification” earlier in this section.
operating range (i.e., the engine has so www.gmdexos.com.
much oil that the oil level gets above the Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
cross-hatched area that shows the proper Do not add anything to the oil. The
operating range), the engine could be recommended oils meeting the dexos1
damaged. Drain the excess oil or limit specification are all that is needed for good
driving of the vehicle, and seek a service performance and engine protection.
professional to remove the excess oil.
Engine oil system flushes are not
See Engine Compartment Overview 0 263 for recommended and could cause engine
Caution damage not covered by the vehicle
the location of the engine oil fill cap.
Failure to use the recommended engine warranty.
Add enough oil to put the level somewhere oil or equivalent can result in engine
in the proper operating range. Push the damage not covered by the vehicle What to Do with Used Oil
dipstick all the way back in when through. warranty. Used engine oil contains certain elements
that can be unhealthy for your skin and
could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil
stay on your skin for very long. Clean your
skin and nails with soap and water, or a
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good hand cleaner. Wash or properly SOON message comes on. Change the oil as 2. Press and hold V on the DIC while the
dispose of clothing or rags containing used soon as possible within the next 1 000 km Oil Life display is active. The oil life will
engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings (600 mi). It is possible that, if driving under change to 100%.
about the use and disposal of oil products. the best conditions, the oil life system
might indicate that an oil change is not If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
Used oil can be a threat to the environment. comes back on when the vehicle is started,
If you change your own oil, be sure to drain necessary for up to a year. The engine oil
and filter must be changed at least once a the engine oil life system has not been
all the oil from the filter before disposal. reset. Repeat the procedure.
Never dispose of oil by putting it in the year and, at this time, the system must be
reset. Your dealer has trained service people
trash or pouring it on the ground, into
who will perform this work and reset the
Automatic Transmission Fluid
sewers, or into streams or bodies of water.
Recycle it by taking it to a place that system. It is also important to check the oil It is not necessary to check the transmission
regularly over the course of an oil drain fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the
collects used oil.
interval and keep it at the proper level. only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,
Engine Oil Life System take the vehicle to the dealer and have it
If the system is ever reset accidentally, the
repaired as soon as possible.
oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
When to Change Engine Oil since the last oil change. Remember to reset Change the fluid at the intervals listed in
This vehicle has a computer system that the oil life system whenever the oil is Maintenance Schedule 0 328, and be sure to
indicates when to change the engine oil and changed. use the transmission fluid listed in
filter. This is based on a combination of Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 332.
factors which include engine revolutions, How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
engine temperature, and miles driven. Based Reset the system whenever the engine oil is Caution
on driving conditions, the mileage at which changed so that the system can calculate Use of the incorrect automatic
an oil change is indicated can vary the next engine oil change. To reset the transmission fluid may damage the
considerably. For the oil life system to work system: vehicle, and the damage may not be
properly, the system must be reset every 1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the covered by the vehicle warranty. Always
time the oil is changed. DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) use the correct automatic transmission
When the system has calculated that oil life (Base Level) 0 114 or Driver Information fluid. See Recommended Fluids and
has been diminished, it indicates that an oil Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117. Lubricants 0 332.
change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL
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If you need to check the transmission fluid To reset: . If driving in very dusty areas, follow the
level, take the vehicle to your dealer. 1. Place the vehicle in P (Park). engine air filter inspecting and changing
intervals, see Maintenance Schedule
Engine Air Filter Life System 2. Display the Air Filter Life on the DIC. See 0 328.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
If equipped, this feature provides the engine Level) 0 114 or Driver Information Center How to Inspect/Replace the Engine Air
air filter’s remaining life and best timing for (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 117. Cleaner/Filter
a change. The timing to change an engine
air filter depends on driving and 3. Press p to move to the Reset/Disable Do not start the engine or have the engine
environmental conditions. display area. Select Reset then press V running with the engine air cleaner/filter
for several seconds. housing open. Before removing the engine
When to Change Engine Air Filter air cleaner/filter, make sure that the engine
4. Press V to confirm the reset. air cleaner/filter housing and nearby
When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE
message displays, the engine air filter Engine Air Cleaner/Filter components are free of dirt and debris.
should be replaced at the next engine oil Remove the engine air cleaner/filter. Lightly
change. The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine tap and shake the engine air cleaner/filter
compartment on the passenger side of the (away from the vehicle), to release loose
When the REPLACE ENGINE AIR FILTER SOON vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air cleaner/
message displays, the engine air filter 0 263. filter for damage, and replace if damaged.
should be replaced at the earliest Do not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or
convenience. The system must be reset after When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ components with water or compressed air.
the engine air filter is changed. Filter
If the CHECK AIR FILTER SYSTEM message . For intervals on changing and inspecting
displays, see your dealer. the engine air filter, see Maintenance
Schedule 0 328.
How to Reset Engine Air Filter Life . If equipped with Engine Air Filter Life
System System, see Engine Air Filter Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine air 0 267.
filter is replaced so that the system can
calculate the next engine air filter change.
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To inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter: 3. Lower the cover on the air cleaner/filter
housing and secure with the five screws.
4. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life
system after replacing the engine air
filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System
0 267.

{ Warning
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or others
to be burned. Use caution when working
on the engine. Do not start the engine or
drive the vehicle with the air cleaner/ 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)
1. Remove the five screws and lift the cover filter off, as flames may be present if the 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and
off the air cleaner/filter housing. engine backfires. Pressure Cap

{ Warning Caution
{ Warning
If part replacement is necessary, the part An underhood electric fan can start up
must be replaced with one of the same If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can even when the engine is not running and
part number or with an equivalent part. easily get into the engine, which could can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing,
Use of a replacement part without the damage it. Always have the air cleaner/ and tools away from any underhood
same fit, form, and function may result filter in place when driving. electric fan.
in personal injury or damage to the
vehicle. Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to
2. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ maintain the correct working temperature.
filter.
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Never dispose of engine coolant by putting
{ Warning Warning (Continued) it in the trash, pouring it on the ground,
Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, the wrong mixture, the engine could get or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water.
or other engine parts. They can be very too hot but there would not be an Have the coolant changed by an authorized
hot and can burn you. Do not run the overheat warning. The engine could catch service center, familiar with legal
engine if there is a leak; all coolant could fire and you or others could be burned. requirements regarding used coolant
leak out. That could cause an engine fire disposal. This will help protect the
and can burn you. Fix any leak before Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable environment and your health.
driving the vehicle. water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this Checking Coolant
mixture, nothing else needs to be added.
Engine Coolant This mixture: The vehicle must be on a level surface when
. Gives freezing protection down to −37 °C checking the coolant level.
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled
(−34 °F), outside temperature.
with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant
needs to be checked and replaced at . Gives boiling protection up to 129 °C
appropriate intervals. See Maintenance (265 °F), engine temperature
Schedule 0 328. . Protects against rust and corrosion.
The following explains the cooling system . Will not damage aluminum parts.
and how to check and add coolant when it . Helps keep the proper engine
is low. If there is a problem with engine temperature.
overheating, see Engine Overheating 0 271.
Caution
What to Use Do not use anything other than a mix of
DEX-COOL coolant that meets GM
{ Warning Standard GMW3420 and clean, drinkable
Plain water, or other liquids such as water. Anything else can cause damage Check to see if coolant is visible in the
alcohol, can boil before the proper to the engine cooling system and the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the
coolant mixture will. With plain water or vehicle, which would not be covered by coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do
(Continued) the vehicle warranty. anything else until it cools down. If coolant
is visible but the coolant level mark is not
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visible, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant at { Warning DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank,
the coolant surge tank to the top rib on the Plain water, or other liquids such as but be sure the cooling system, including
middle of the tank, but be sure the cooling alcohol, can boil before the proper the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool
system is cool before this is done. See coolant mixture will. With plain water or before you do it.
Engine Overheating 0 271. the wrong mixture, the engine could get
The coolant surge tank is located in the too hot but there would not be an
engine compartment on the driver side of overheat warning. The engine could catch
the vehicle. See Engine Compartment fire and you or others could be burned.
Overview 0 263.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Surge Tank
{ Warning 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure
Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can cap when the cooling system, including
{ Warning burn you. Coolant contains ethylene the coolant surge tank pressure cap and
glycol and it will burn if the engine parts upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot are hot enough. Turn the pressure cap slowly
cooling system are under pressure.
counterclockwise about one-quarter of a
Turning the pressure cap, even a little, turn. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to
can cause them to come out at high Caution stop. This will allow any pressure still
speed and you could be burned. Never Failure to follow the specific coolant fill left to be vented out the discharge hose.
turn the cap when the cooling system, procedure could cause the engine to 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and
including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait overheat and could cause system remove it.
for the cooling system and pressure cap damage. If coolant is not visible in the
to cool. surge tank, contact your dealer.

If no problem is found, check to see if

coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank.
If coolant is visible but the coolant level is
not at the indicated level mark, add a
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6. Verify coolant level after the engine is If the decision is made to lift the hood,
shut off and the coolant is cold. make sure the vehicle is parked on a level
If necessary, repeat coolant fill procedure surface. Then check to see if the engine
Steps 1–6. cooling fan is running. If the engine is
If the coolant still is not at the proper overheating, the fan should be running. If it
level when the system cools down again, is not, do not continue to run the engine.
see your dealer. Have the vehicle serviced.

Caution Caution
If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, Do not run the engine if there is a leak
coolant loss and engine damage may in the engine cooling system. This can
occur. Be sure the cap is properly and cause a loss of all coolant and can
3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the tightly secured. damage the system and vehicle. Have
proper mixture to the indicated any leaks fixed right away.
level mark. Engine Overheating
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap The vehicle has several indicators to warn of
off, start the engine and let it run until
Compartment
the engine overheating.
you can feel the upper radiator hose
getting hot. Watch out for the engine There is an engine coolant temperature { Warning
cooling fan. gauge on the instrument cluster. See Engine Steam and scalding liquids from a hot
Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 104. The cooling system are under pressure.
By this time, the coolant level inside the
vehicle may also display a message on the Turning the pressure cap, even a little,
coolant surge tank may be lower. If the
Driver Information Center (DIC).
level is lower, add more of the proper can cause them to come out at high
mixture to the coolant surge tank until If the decision is made not to lift the hood speed and you could be burned. Never
the level reaches the indicated when this warning appears, get service help turn the cap when the cooling system,
level mark. right away. See Roadside Assistance Program including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait
5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. 0 342. for the cooling system and pressure cap
to cool.
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If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and
park the vehicle right away.
Caution
Compartment . Do not use washer fluid that contains
If an engine overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine any type of water repellent coating.
but no steam can be seen or heard, the for three minutes while parked. If the This can cause the wiper blades to
problem may not be too serious. Sometimes warning is still displayed, turn off the chatter or skip.
the engine can get a little too hot when the engine until it cools down.
. Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze)
vehicle:
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
Washer Fluid in the windshield washer. It can
damage the windshield washer system
. Stops after high-speed driving. What to Use and paint.
. Idles for long periods in traffic. When windshield washer fluid is needed, be . Do not mix water with ready-to-use
If the overheat warning is displayed with no sure to read the manufacturer's instructions washer fluid. Water can cause the
sign of steam: before use. If operating the vehicle in an solution to freeze and damage the
area where the temperature may fall below washer fluid tank and other parts of
1. Turn the air conditioning off.
freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient the washer system.
2. Turn the heater on to the highest protection against freezing. . When using concentrated washer fluid,
temperature and to the highest fan
speed. Open the windows as necessary. Adding Washer Fluid follow the manufacturer instructions
for adding water.
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the
. Fill the washer fluid tank only
road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral), and
let the engine idle. three-quarters full when it is very cold.
This allows for fluid expansion if
If the engine coolant temperature gauge is freezing occurs, which could damage
no longer in the overheated area, the the tank if it is completely full.
vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the
vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Brakes
safe distance from the vehicle in front. If the Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See
warning does not come back on, continue to Engine Compartment Overview 0 263 for Disc brake linings have built-in wear
drive normally and have the cooling system reservoir location. indicators that make a high-pitched warning
checked for proper fill and function. sound when the brake linings are worn and
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new linings are needed. The sound can come Brake pads should be replaced as complete The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled
and go or can be heard all the time when axle sets. with GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid as
the vehicle is moving, except when applying indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine
the brake pedal firmly. Brake Pedal Travel Compartment Overview 0 263 for the
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not location of the reservoir.
{ Warning return to normal height, or if there is a Checking Brake Fluid
The brake wear warning sound means rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be
a sign that brake service may be required. With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level
that soon the brakes will not work well. surface, the brake fluid level should be
That could lead to a crash. When the Replacing Brake System Parts between the minimum and maximum marks
brake wear warning sound is heard, have on the brake fluid reservoir.
Always replace brake system parts with
the vehicle serviced.
new, approved replacement parts. If this is There are only two reasons why the brake
not done, the brakes may not work fluid level in the reservoir may go down:
Caution properly. The braking performance can . Normal brake lining wear. When new
change in many ways if the wrong brake linings are installed, the fluid level goes
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake parts are installed or if parts are improperly back up.
linings could result in costly brake installed.
repairs. . A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system.
Brake Fluid Have the brake hydraulic system fixed.
Some driving conditions or climates can With a leak, the brakes will not
cause a brake squeal when the brakes are work well.
first applied, clearing up following several Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap
applications. This does not mean something and the area around the cap before
is wrong with the brakes. removing it.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid
to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires does not correct a leak. If fluid is added
are rotated, inspect brake linings for wear when the linings are worn, there will be too
and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper much fluid when new brake linings are
sequence to torque specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications 0 336.
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installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary, When using a 12-volt battery charger on the
only when work is done on the brake { Warning 12-volt AGM battery, some chargers have an
hydraulic system. The wrong or contaminated brake fluid AGM battery setting on the charger.
could result in damage to the brake If available, use the AGM setting on the
{ Warning system. This could result in the loss of charger, to limit charge voltage to 14.8 volts.
If too much brake fluid is added, it can braking leading to a possible injury.
spill on the engine and burn, if the Always use the proper GM approved { Warning
engine is hot enough. You or others could brake fluid. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
be burned, and the vehicle could be related accessories can expose you to
damaged. Add brake fluid only when chemicals including lead and lead
Caution compounds, which are known to the
work is done on the brake hydraulic
system. If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's State of California to cause cancer and
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be birth defects or other reproductive harm.
When the brake fluid falls to a low level, damaged. Immediately wash off any Wash hands after handling. For more
the brake warning light comes on. See Brake painted surface. information go to
System Warning Light 0 108. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Brake fluid absorbs water over time which Battery - North America
degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid. See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 1.
The original equipment battery is
Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals maintenance free. Do not remove the cap Stop/Start System
to prevent increased stopping distance. See and do not add fluid.
Maintenance Schedule 0 328. This vehicle has a Stop/Start system to shut
Refer to the replacement number on the off the engine to help conserve fuel. See
What to Add original battery label when a new battery is Stop/Start System 0 202.
Use only GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid needed. For replacement of the battery, see
from a clean, sealed container. See your dealer.
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 332. The vehicle has an Absorbent Glass Mat
(AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of a
standard 12-volt battery will result in
reduced 12-volt battery life.
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Vehicle Storage Park Brake and P (Park) Wiper Blade Replacement
Mechanism Check Windshield wiper blades should be inspected
{ Warning for wear and cracking. See Maintenance
Batteries have acid that can burn you and { Warning Schedule 0 328.
gas that can explode. You can be badly
When you are doing this check, the Replacement blades come in different types
hurt if you are not careful. Always wear and are removed in different ways. For
vehicle could begin to move. You or
eye protection. See Jump Starting - North proper type and length, see Maintenance
others could be injured and property
America 0 313 for tips on working around Replacement Parts 0 333.
could be damaged. Make sure there is
a battery without getting hurt.
room in front of the vehicle in case it
begins to roll. Be ready to apply the Caution
Infrequent Usage: Remove the black,
regular brake at once should the vehicle Allowing the wiper arm to touch the
negative (−) cable from the battery to keep
the battery from running down. begin to move. windshield when no wiper blade is
installed could damage the windshield.
Extended Storage: Remove the black, Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle Any damage that occurs would not be
negative (−) cable from the battery or use a facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
battery trickle charger. regular brake, set the parking brake. allow the wiper arm to touch the
. To check the parking brake's holding windshield.
All-Wheel Drive
ability: With the engine running and the
Transfer Case transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove Front Wiper Blade Replacement
foot pressure from the regular brake
Under normal driving conditions, transfer To replace the front wiper blades:
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by
case fluid does not require maintenance the parking brake only. 1. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away
unless there is a fluid leak or unusual noise. from the windshield.
. To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding
If required, have the transfer case serviced
by your dealer. ability: With the engine running, shift to
P (Park). Then release the parking brake
followed by the regular brake.
Contact your dealer if service is required.
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Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 5. Push the release lever (2) to disengage
the hook and push the wiper arm (1) out
To replace the rear wiper blade:
of the blade assembly (3).
6. Push the new blade assembly securely
on the wiper arm until the release lever
clicks into place.
7. To reinstall the cover, ensure that the
cover hook slides into the slot in the
blade assembly.
1. Slide a plastic tool under the cover and 8. Snap the cover down to secure.
push upward to unsnap.
2. Slide the cover toward the wiper blade Windshield Replacement
2. Lift up on the latch in the middle of the tip to unhook it from the blade
wiper blade where the wiper arm assembly. Driver Assistance Systems
attaches. 3. Remove the cover. If the windshield needs to be replaced and
3. With the latch open, pull the wiper blade the vehicle is equipped with a front camera
4. Lift the wiper arm away from the
down toward the windshield far enough sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a
windshield. GM replacement windshield is
to release it from the J-hooked end of
the wiper arm. recommended. The replacement windshield
must be installed according to GM
4. Remove the wiper blade.
specifications for proper alignment. If it is
5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper blade not, these systems may not work properly,
replacement. they may display messages, or they may
not work at all. See your dealer for proper
Caution windshield replacement.
Damage may occur if the wiper blades
are not in contact with the windshield
before turning on the wiper system.
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Acoustic Windshield Caution
The vehicle is equipped with an acoustic Do not apply tape or hang any objects
windshield. If the windshield needs to be from gas struts. Also do not push down
replaced, be sure to get an acoustic or pull on gas struts. This may cause
windshield so you will continue to have the
damage to the vehicle.
benefits an acoustic windshield can provide.

Gas Strut(s) See Maintenance Schedule 0 328.

Your vehicle may be equipped with gas

strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and
holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system
in full open position.
Trunk
{ Warning
If the gas struts that hold open the hood,
trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others
could be seriously injured. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service
immediately. Visually inspect the gas
struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other Hood
damage periodically. Check to make sure
the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with
enough force. If struts are failing to hold
the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate.
Have the vehicle serviced.
Liftgate
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Headlamp Aiming License Plate Lamp
This section is for vehicles without a Rear
Front Headlamp Aiming Camera Mirror (RCM). Vehicles with an RCM
Headlamp aim has been preset and should have an LED license plate lamp.
need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the
headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary,
see your dealer.

Bulb Replacement
Bulb Assembly
For the proper type of replacement bulbs,
or any bulb changing procedure not listed in To replace one of these bulbs:
this section, contact your dealer. 1. Push the left end of the lamp assembly
toward the right.
Caution
Lamp Assembly 2. Turn the lamp assembly down to
Do not replace incandescent bulbs with remove it.
aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This
can cause damage to the vehicle electrical 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise
to remove it from the lamp assembly (3).
system.
4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb
LED Lighting socket (1).
5. Push the replacement bulb straight into
This vehicle has several LED lamps. For the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket
replacement of any LED lighting assembly, clockwise to install it into the lamp
contact your dealer. assembly.
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6. Turn the lamp assembly into the lamp Electrical System Overload
assembly opening engaging the clip side
first. The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to
protect against an electrical system
7. Push on the lamp side opposite the clip overload.
until the lamp assembly snaps into place.
When the current electrical load is too
Electrical System heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the current load
High Voltage Devices and Wiring returns to normal or the problem is fixed.
This greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by electrical
{ Warning problems.
Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, Fuses and circuit breakers protect power
burns, and even death. The high voltage devices in the vehicle.
components in the vehicle can only be
serviced by technicians with special If there is a problem on the road and a fuse
training. needs to be replaced, the same amperage
fuse can be borrowed.
High voltage components are identified
To check a fuse, look at the band inside the
by labels. Do not remove, open, take
fuse. If the band is broken or melted,
apart, or modify these components. High replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad
voltage cable or wiring has orange fuse with a fuse of the identical size and
covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper rating.
with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or
wiring.
Replacing a Blown Fuse
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Locate the fuse puller in the engine
compartment fuse block.
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4. If the fuse must be replaced If the overload is caused by an electrical
immediately, borrow a replacement fuse problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get
with the same amperage from the fuse it fixed.
block. Choose a vehicle feature that is
not needed to safely operate the vehicle. Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Repeat Steps 2-3. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are
5. Insert the replacement fuse into the protected from short circuits by a
empty slot of the blown fuse. combination of fuses and circuit breakers.
At the next opportunity, see your dealer to This greatly reduces the chance of damage
replace the blown fuse. caused by electrical problems.

Headlamp Wiring { Danger

An electrical overload may cause the lamps Fuses and circuit breakers are marked
to go on and off, or in some cases to with their ampere rating. Do not exceed
remain off. Have the headlamp wiring the specified amperage rating when
checked right away if the lamps go on and replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use
off or remain off. of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can
Windshield Wipers result in a vehicle fire. You and others
could be seriously injured or killed.
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop
until the motor cools and will then restart.
Although the circuit is protected from
electrical overload, overload due to heavy
3. Use the fuse puller to remove the fuse snow or ice may cause wiper linkage
from the top or side. damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow
from the windshield before using the
windshield wipers.
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To remove the fuse block cover, press the
{ Warning clips on the cover and lift it straight up.
Installation or use of fuses that do not
meet GM’s original fuse specifications is Caution
dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result Spilling liquid on any electrical
in a fire. You or others could be injured component on the vehicle may damage
or killed, and the vehicle could be it. Always keep the covers on any
damaged. electrical component.

See Accessories and Modifications 0 260 or To remove fuses, use the fuse puller and
Accessories and Modifications 0 260 and pull straight out.
General Information 0 260.
To check or replace a blown fuse, see Caution
Electrical System Overload 0 279.
Do not pull the engine compartment fuse
Engine Compartment Fuse Block block lever, since it is intended only for
service purposes. If pulled, vehicle
The underhood fuse block is in the engine
malfunction may occur.
compartment, on the driver side of the
vehicle.
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Fuses Usage
F2 Starter 1
F3 DC DC Transformer 1
F4 –
F5 DC DC Transformer 2
F6 –
F7 –
F8 –
F9 Vacuum Pump
F10 Front Wiper
F11 –
F12 –
F13 Starter 2
F14 –
F15 Rear Wiper
F16 –
F17 –
F18 –
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of Fuses Usage
the fuses, relays, and features shown. F19 –
F1 Antilock Brake F20 –
System Pump
F21 –
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F22 Electronic Brake Control F38 Automatic Headlamp F51 Heated Steering Wheel
Module Leveling Motor F52 Folding Seats Switch
F23 Parking/Trailer Lamps F39 Transmission Control F53 Coolant Pump
F24 Right Trailer Stoplamp/ Module
F54 –
Turnlamp F40 Left Rear Bus Electrical
Center/Ignition F55 Air Conditioning Clutch
F25 Steering Column Lock
F41 Instrument Cluster F56 –
F26 –
F42 Heating, Ventilation, F57 Engine Control Module/
F27 Left Trailer Stoplamp/ Ignition
Turnlamp and Air Conditioning
F43 Head-up Display/ F58 Transmission Control
F28 – Module/Ignition
Reflective Light
F29 – Auxiliary Display F59 Engine Control Module
F30 Washer Pump F44 Communication Battery
F31 – Gateway Module/Run/ F60 Engine Control
Crank Module – Coil Even
F32 Left Low – Beam
Headlamp F45 – F61 O2 Sensor 1/Air Flow
F33 Daylight Running Lamps F46 – F62 –
F34 Horn F47 – F63 O2 Sensor 2/Canister/
F35 – F48 – Engine Oil/Turbo

F36 – F49 Interior Rearview Mirror F64 Aeroshutter

F37 Right Low – Beam F50 Fuel Tank Zone Module/ F65 Engine Control Module
Headlamp Shifter Interface Board/ Powertrain 1
Run/Crank
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Fuses Usage Relays Usage If equipped with an instrument panel fuse
block cover, remove the cover to access the
F66 Engine Control Module K6 – fuses. To remove the cover, press the clips
Powertrain 2 K7 Engine Control Module on the cover and lift the cover off the fuse
F67 Engine Control block.
K8 Folding Seats
Module – Coil Odd To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller in the
K9 – engine compartment fuse block.
F68 –
K10 Starter 2 After accessing the fuses, ensure the fuse
F69 –
block cover is reinstalled, if equipped. To
F70 – Instrument Panel Fuse Block reinstall the fuse access door, push the door
F71 – The instrument panel fuse block is inside the back into its original location.
F72 – center console on the passenger side of the The vehicle may not be equipped with all of
vehicle. the fuses, relays, and features shown.
F73 –
F74 –
F75 –
F76 –
F77 –

Relays Usage
K1 Starter 1
K2 Run/Crank
K3 Vacuum Pump
K4 – Remove the fuse access door by pulling the
K5 Air Conditioning door at the opening.
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F3 Electric Steering F18 Instrument Cluster/
Column Lock Head Up Display
F4 Rear USB Port F19 Body Control Module 1
F5 Rear Sunshade/Park/ F20 Wireless Charger
Reverse/Neutral/ Module
Drive/Low F21 Body Control Module 4
F6 Heating, Ventilation, F22 Infotainment
and Air Conditioning
F23 Body Control Module 2
F7 Body Control Module 3
F24 Park/Reverse/Neutral/
F8 Adaptive Front Lighting Drive/Low
System
F25 Park Assist/Shifter
F9 Right Front Heated Seat Interface Board
F10 Airbag F26 Communications
F11 – Integration Module
F12 Amplifier F27 Video
F13 Body Control Module 7 F28 Radio/Heating,
F14 Left Front Heated Seat Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning Display
F15 –
F29 Radio
Fuses Usage F16 Sunroof
F30 Steering Wheel Controls
F1 Body Control Module 6 F17 Communication
Gateway Module F31 Front Blower
F2 Diagnostic Link F32 DC AC Inverter
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Fuses Usage Rear Compartment Fuse Block The trim panel is removed by prying along
the top edge of the trim panel at two
F33 Driver Power Seat notched locations. Remove the trim panel to
F34 Passenger Power Seat access the fuse block, or see your dealer.
F35 Feed/Body Control To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller in the
Module 4 engine compartment fuse block.
F36 Electric Power Steering The fuse block label is on the back of the
access door in the driver side rear trim
F37 Power Outlet/Wireless panel.
Charger/Accessory
F38 Body Control Module 8
F39 –

Circuit Breakers/ Usage The rear compartment fuse block is behind a

Minifuse trim panel on the driver side of the rear
storage compartment.
F40 –
F41 –
F42 Auxiliary Power Outlet
(CB)/Lighter (Minifuse)
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Fuses Usage
F5 Rear Drive Control
F6 –
F7 Right Window
F8 Rear Defogger
F9 Left Window
F10 –
F11 Trailer Reverse
F12 USB Port/Third Row
Seats
F13 –
F14 –
F15 –
F16 –
F17 – /Air Quality Sensor
F18 –
F19 Ventilated Seats/
Massage
F20 –
Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F21 –
F1 – F3 Folding Seats
F22 –
F2 Trailer F4 Rear Blower
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F23 – F40 Memory Seat Module F56 Universal Remote
F24 Lumbar F41 Automatic Occupancy System/Overhead
Sensor Console/Humidity/Rain
F25 – Sensor
F26 Trailer Brake Lamps F42 –
F57 Hands Free Closure
F27 Massage F43 – Release
F28 Passive Entry/Passive F44 –
Start F45 Liftgate Motor Circuit Breakers Usage

F29 – F46 Rear Heated Seats CB1 –

F30 Canister Vent F47 – CB2 –

F31 – F48 – CB3 Rear Auxiliary Power

Outlet
F32 Heated Mirrors F49 –
F33 USB Port/Second Row F50 – Relays Usage
Seats F51 – K1 –
F34 Liftgate Module F52 Semi-Active Dampening K2 –
F35 Fuel System Control System Module
Module/Fuel Tank Zone F53 – Wheels and Tires
Module
F54 External Object
F36 – Calculating Remote
Tires
F37 – System/Side Blind Zone Every new GM vehicle has high-quality
F38 Window Module Alert tires made by a leading tire
F55 – manufacturer. See the warranty manual
F39 Rear Closure
for information regarding the tire
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warranty and where to get service. For and weather conditions. Original equipment
Warning (Continued) tires designed to GM's specific tire
additional information refer to the tire
manufacturer. . Worn or old tires can cause a performance criteria have a TPC specification
crash. If the tread is badly worn, code molded onto the sidewall.
{ Warning replace them. Consider installing winter tires on the
. Poorly maintained and improperly . Replace any tires that have been vehicle if frequent driving on snow or
ice-covered roads is expected. All-season tires
used tires are dangerous. damaged by impacts with provide adequate performance for most
. Overloading the tires can cause potholes, curbs, etc. winter driving conditions, but they may not
overheating as a result of too . Improperly repaired tires can cause offer the same level of traction or
much flexing. There could be a a crash. Only your dealer or an performance as winter tires on snow or
blowout and a serious crash. See authorized tire service center ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 289.
Vehicle Load Limits 0 196. should repair, replace, dismount, Winter Tires
. Underinflated tires pose the same and mount the tires.
This vehicle was not originally equipped
danger as overloaded tires. The . Do not spin the tires in excess of with winter tires. Winter tires are designed
resulting crash could cause serious 56 km/h (35 mph) on slippery for increased traction on snow and
injury. Check all tires frequently to surfaces such as snow, mud, ice, ice-covered roads. Consider installing winter
maintain the recommended etc. Excessive spinning may cause tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice
pressure. Tire pressure should be the tires to explode. or snow covered roads is expected. See your
checked when the tires are cold. dealer for details regarding winter tire
See Tire Pressure for High-Speed availability and proper tire selection. Also,
. Overinflated tires are more likely see Buying New Tires 0 302.
Operation 0 295 for inflation pressure
to be cut, punctured, or broken by
adjustment for high-speed driving. With winter tires, there may be decreased
a sudden impact — such as when dry road traction, increased road noise, and
hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the All-Season Tires shorter tread life. After changing to winter
recommended pressure. tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
This vehicle may come with all-season tires.
(Continued) handling and braking.
These tires are designed to provide good
overall performance on most road surfaces
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If using winter tires: (3) DOT (Department of
. Use tires of the same brand and tread Transportation) : The Department of
type on all four wheel positions. Transportation (DOT) code indicates that
. Use only radial ply tires of the same size, the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
load range, and speed rating as the Department of Transportation Motor
original equipment tires. Vehicle Safety Standards.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : The last
the original equipment tires may not be four digits of the TIN indicate the tire
available for H, V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated
tires. If winter tires with a lower speed
manufactured date. The first two digits
rating are chosen, never exceed the tire's represent the week and the last two
maximum speed capability. digits, the year. For example, the third
Passenger Tire Example week of the year 2020 would have a
Tire Sidewall Labeling 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is
(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a
Useful information about a tire is combination of letters and numbers the first full week (Sunday through
molded into its sidewall. The examples used to define a particular tire's width, Saturday) of each year.
show a typical passenger vehicle tire height, aspect ratio, construction type, (4) Tire Identification Number (TIN) :
and a compact spare tire sidewall. and service description. See the “Tire The letters and numbers following the
Size” illustration in this section. DOT (Department of Transportation)
(2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria code are the Tire Identification Number
Specification) : Original equipment tires (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer
designed to GM's specific tire and plant code, tire size, and date the
performance criteria have a TPC tire was manufactured. The TIN is
specification code molded onto the molded onto both sides of the tire,
sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet although only one side may have the
or exceed all federal safety guidelines. date of manufacture.
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(5) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord (1) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord (5) Tire Inflation : The temporary use
and number of plies in the sidewall and and number of plies in the sidewall and tire or compact spare tire should be
under the tread. under the tread. inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
(6) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (2) Temporary Use Only : The compact information on tire pressure and
(UTQG) : Tire manufacturers are spare tire or temporary use tire should inflation see Tire Pressure 0 294.
required to grade tires based on three not be driven at speeds over 80 km/h (6) Tire Size : A combination of letters
performance factors: tread wear, (50 mph). The compact spare tire is for and numbers define a tire's width,
traction, and temperature resistance. emergency use when a regular road tire height, aspect ratio, construction type,
For more information see Uniform Tire has lost air and gone flat. If the vehicle and service description. The letter “T” as
Quality Grading 0 303. has a compact spare tire, see Compact the first character in the tire size means
(7) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Spare Tire 0 312 and the tire is for temporary use only.
Limit : Maximum load that can be If a Tire Goes Flat 0 306. (7) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
carried and the maximum pressure (3) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : Specification) : Original equipment tires
needed to support that load. The letters and numbers following the designed to GM's specific tire
DOT (Department of Transportation) performance criteria have a TPC
code are the Tire Identification Number specification code molded onto the
(TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet
and plant code, tire size, and date the or exceed all federal safety guidelines.
tire was manufactured. The TIN is
molded onto both sides of the tire, Tire Designations
although only one side may have the Tire Size
date of manufacture.
The example shows a typical passenger
(4) Maximum Cold Inflation Load vehicle tire size.
Limit : Maximum load that can be
carried and the maximum pressure
Compact Spare Tire Example needed to support that load.
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(4) Construction Code : A letter code is Belt : A rubber coated layer of cords
used to indicate the type of ply that is located between the plies and
construction in the tire. The letter "R" the tread. Cords may be made from
means radial ply construction; the letter steel or other reinforcing materials.
"D" means diagonal or bias ply Bead : The tire bead contains steel
construction. wires wrapped by steel cords that hold
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire
(5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the the tire onto the rim.
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : The wheel in inches. Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which
United States version of a metric tire (6) Service Description : These the plies are laid at alternate angles
sizing system. The letter "P" as the first characters represent the load index and less than 90 degrees to the centerline
character in the tire size means a speed rating of the tire. The load index of the tread.
passenger vehicle tire engineered to represents the load carrying capacity a
standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Cold Tire Pressure : The amount of air
tire is certified to carry. The speed pressure in a tire, measured in kPa
Association. rating is the maximum speed a tire is (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square
(2) Tire Width : The 3-digit number certified to carry a load. inch) before a tire has built up heat
indicates the tire section width in from driving. See Tire Pressure 0 294.
millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. Tire Terminology and Definitions
Air Pressure : The amount of air inside DOT Markings : A code molded into the
(3) Aspect Ratio : A 2-digit number that sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire
indicates the tire height-to-width the tire pressing outward on each
square inch of the tire. Air pressure is is in compliance with the U.S.
measurements. For example, if the tire Department of Transportation (DOT)
size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi
(pounds per square inch). Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The
item (3) of the illustration, it would DOT code includes the Tire Identification
mean that the tire's sidewall is Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a Number (TIN), an alphanumeric
75 percent as high as it is wide. tire's height to its width. designator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand, and date of production.
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GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Maximum Load Rating : The load rating Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in
See Vehicle Load Limits 0 196. for a tire at the maximum permissible which the ply cords that extend to the
GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating inflation pressure for that tire. beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
for the front axle. See Vehicle Load Occupant Distribution : Designated centerline of the tread.
Limits 0 196. seating positions. Rim : A metal support for a tire and
GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight Rating Outward Facing Sidewall : The side of upon which the tire beads are seated.
for the rear axle. See Vehicle Load an asymmetrical tire that has a Sidewall : The portion of a tire between
Limits 0 196. particular side that faces outward when the tread and the bead.
Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side mounted on a vehicle. The side of the Speed Rating : An alphanumeric code
of an asymmetrical tire, that must tire that contains a whitewall, bears assigned to a tire indicating the
always face outward when mounted on white lettering, or bears manufacturer, maximum speed at which a tire can
a vehicle. brand, and/or model name molding operate.
that is higher or deeper than the same
Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air moldings on the other sidewall of Traction : The friction between the tire
pressure. the tire. and the road surface. The amount of
Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A tire used grip provided.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A tire used
on light duty trucks and some on passenger cars and some light duty Tread : The portion of a tire that comes
multipurpose passenger vehicles. trucks and multipurpose vehicles. into contact with the road.
Load Index : An assigned number Recommended Inflation Pressure : Treadwear Indicators : Narrow bands,
ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds Vehicle manufacturer's recommended sometimes called wear bars, that show
to the load carrying capacity of a tire. tire inflation pressure as shown on the across the tread of a tire when only
Maximum Inflation Pressure : The tire placard. See Tire Pressure 0 294 and 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of tread remains. See
maximum air pressure to which a cold Vehicle Load Limits 0 196. When It Is Time for New Tires 0 301.
tire can be inflated. The maximum air
pressure is molded onto the sidewall.
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UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Tire Pressure Warning (Continued)
Standards) : A tire information system
that provides consumers with ratings Tires need the correct amount of air . Needless damage from road
for a tire's traction, temperature, and pressure to operate effectively. hazards
treadwear. Ratings are determined by
tire manufacturers using government { Warning The Tire and Loading Information label
testing procedures. The ratings are Neither tire underinflation nor on the vehicle indicates the original
molded into the sidewall of the tire. overinflation is good. Underinflated equipment tires and the correct cold
See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 303. tires, or tires that do not have tire inflation pressures. The
enough air, can result in: recommended pressure is the minimum
Vehicle Capacity Weight : The number air pressure needed to support the
of designated seating positions . Tire overloading and overheating,
which could lead to a blowout vehicle's maximum load carrying
multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the capacity. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 196.
rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load . Premature or irregular wear
Limits 0 196. How the vehicle is loaded affects
. Poor handling
vehicle handling and ride comfort.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire : . Reduced fuel economy for Never load the vehicle with more
Load on an individual tire due to curb internal combustion engine weight than it was designed to carry.
weight, accessory weight, occupant vehicles
weight, and cargo weight. When to Check
. Reduced range for electric vehicles
Vehicle Placard : A label permanently Check the pressure of the tires once a
attached to a vehicle showing the Overinflated tires, or tires that have month or more. Do not forget the
vehicle's capacity weight and the too much air, can result in: spare, if the vehicle has one. The
original equipment tire size and . Unusual wear compact spare cold tire pressure should
recommended inflation pressure. See . Poor handling be at 420 kPa (60 psi). See Compact
“Tire and Loading Information Label” Spare Tire 0 312.
. Rough ride
under Vehicle Load Limits 0 196. (Continued)
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How to Check Recheck the tire pressure with the tire
Warning (Continued)
Use a good quality pocket-type gauge gauge.
to check tire pressure. Proper tire Put the valve caps back on the valve and road conditions allow the vehicle to
inflation cannot be determined by stems to keep out dirt and moisture. be driven at high speeds, make sure the
looking at the tire. Check the tire Use only valve caps designed for the tires are rated for high-speed operation,
inflation pressure when the tires are vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors could be are in excellent condition, and are set to
cold, meaning the vehicle has not been damaged and would not be covered by the correct cold tire inflation pressure for
driven for at least three hours or no the vehicle warranty. the vehicle load.
more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Vehicles with tire sizes listed in the High
Remove the valve cap from the tire Speed Operation Inflation Pressures table
valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly
Operation require inflation pressure adjustment when
onto the valve to get a pressure driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h
measurement. If the cold tire inflation
{ Warning (100 mph) or higher. Set the cold tire
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h inflation pressure to the corresponding value
pressure matches the recommended
(100 mph) or higher, puts additional in the table for the tire size on the vehicle.
pressure on the Tire and Loading
Information label, no further adjustment strain on tires. Sustained high-speed
driving causes excessive heat buildup and
is necessary. If the inflation pressure is
can cause sudden tire failure. This could
low, add air until the recommended
cause a crash, and you or others could be
pressure is reached. If the inflation killed. Some high-speed rated tires require
pressure is high, press on the metal inflation pressure adjustment for
stem in the center of the tire valve to high-speed operation. When speed limits
release air. (Continued)
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High Speed Operation Inflation Pressures
Tire Size Cold Inflation Pressure kPa (psi)
255/65R18 280 kPa (41 psi)
255/55R20 280 kPa (41 psi)

Return the tires to the recommended cold vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure has not reached the level to trigger
tire inflation pressure when high-speed label, you should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
driving has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits inflation pressure for those tires.) telltale.
0 196 and Tire Pressure 0 294. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
Tire Pressure Monitor System been equipped with a tire pressure TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a the system is not operating properly. The
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) low tire pressure telltale when one or more TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
uses radio and sensor technology to check of your tires is significantly under-inflated. with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors system detects a malfunction, the telltale
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
monitor the air pressure in your tires and will flash for approximately one minute and
telltale illuminates, you should stop and
transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver then remain continuously illuminated. This
check your tires as soon as possible, and
located in the vehicle. sequence will continue upon subsequent
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), on a significantly under-inflated tire causes vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
should be checked monthly when cold and the tire to overheat and can lead to tire exists.
inflated to the inflation pressure failure. Under-inflation also reduces energy When the malfunction indicator is
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect illuminated, the system may not be able to
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. detect or signal low tire pressure as
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
Please note that the TPMS is not a
different size than the size indicated on the a variety of reasons, including the
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and
it is the driver's responsibility to maintain installation of replacement or alternate tires
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
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TPMS from functioning properly. Always When a low tire pressure condition is A Tire and Loading Information label,
check the TPMS malfunction telltale after detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire attached to your vehicle, shows the size of
replacing one or more tires or wheels on pressure warning light located on the the original equipment tires and the correct
your vehicle to ensure that the replacement instrument cluster. If the warning light inflation pressure for the tires when they
or alternate tires and wheels allow the comes on, stop as soon as possible and are cold. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 196, for
TPMS to continue to function properly. inflate the tires to the recommended an example of the Tire and Loading
See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 297. pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label and its location. Also see
Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits Tire Pressure 0 294.
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347. 0 196. The TPMS can warn about a low tire
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation A message to check the pressure in a pressure condition but it does not replace
specific tire displays in the Driver normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Information Center (DIC). The low tire 0 300, Tire Rotation 0 300, and Tires 0 288.
Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is pressure warning light and the DIC warning
designed to warn the driver when a low tire message come on at each ignition cycle Caution
pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are until the tires are inflated to the correct Tire sealant materials are not all the
mounted onto each tire and wheel inflation pressure. Using the DIC, tire same. A non-approved tire sealant could
assembly, excluding the spare tire and pressure levels can be viewed. For additional
wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor damage the TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor
information and details about the DIC damage caused by using an incorrect tire
the air pressure in the tires and transmit the operation and displays see Driver
tire pressure readings to a receiver located sealant is not covered by the vehicle
Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 114
in the vehicle. warranty. Always use only the GM
or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 117. approved tire sealant available through
your dealer or included in the vehicle.
The low tire pressure warning light may
come on in cool weather when the vehicle is TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
first started, and then turn off as the vehicle
is driven. This could be an early indicator The TPMS will not function properly if one
that the air pressure is getting low and or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or
needs to be inflated to the proper pressure. inoperable. When the system detects a
malfunction, the low tire pressure warning
light flashes for about one minute and then
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stays on for the remainder of the ignition . Replacement tires or wheels do not match When the recommended pressure is
cycle. A DIC warning message also displays. the original equipment tires or wheels. reached, the horn sounds once and the
The malfunction light and DIC warning Tires and wheels other than those turn signal lamp will stop flashing and
message come on at each ignition cycle recommended could prevent the TPMS briefly turn solid.
until the problem is corrected. Some of the from functioning properly. See Buying
Repeat these steps for all underinflated tires
conditions that can cause these to come New Tires 0 302.
that have illuminated the low tire pressure
on are: . Operating electronic devices or being near warning light.
. One of the road tires has been replaced facilities using radio wave frequencies
with the spare tire. The spare tire does similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS
not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction sensors to malfunction.
{ Warning
light and DIC message should go off after Overinflating a tire could cause the tire
If the TPMS is not functioning properly it to rupture and you or others could be
the road tire is replaced and the sensor cannot detect or signal a low tire pressure
matching process is performed injured. Do not exceed the maximum
condition. See your dealer for service if the
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching TPMS malfunction light and DIC message pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See
Process” later in this section. come on and stay on. Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 290 and
. The TPMS sensor matching process was Vehicle Load Limits 0 196.
not done or not completed successfully Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped)
after rotating the tires. The malfunction If the tire is overinflated by more than
This feature provides visual and audible
light and the DIC message should go off 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound multiple
alerts outside the vehicle to help when
after successfully completing the sensor times and the turn signal lamp will continue
inflating an underinflated tire to the
matching process. See "TPMS Sensor to flash for several seconds after filling
recommended cold tire pressure.
Matching Process" later in this section. stops. To release and correct the pressure,
. One or more TPMS sensors are missing or
When the low tire pressure warning light while the turn signal lamp is still flashing,
comes on: briefly press the center of the valve stem.
damaged. The malfunction light and the
1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place. When the recommended pressure is reached,
DIC message should go off when the
the horn sounds once.
TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor 2. Set the parking brake firmly.
matching process is performed 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). If the turn signal lamp does not flash within
successfully. See your dealer for service. 15 seconds after starting to inflate the tire,
4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated. the tire fill alert has not been activated or is
The turn signal lamp will flash. not working.
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If the hazard warning flashers are on, the also be performed after replacing a spare through the Options menu. See Driver
tire fill alert visual feedback will not work tire with a road tire containing the TPMS Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
properly. sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC 0 114 or Driver Information Center (DIC)
The TPMS will not activate the tire fill alert message should go off at the next ignition (Uplevel) 0 117.
properly under the following conditions: cycle. The sensors are matched to the tire/ 4. Use the DIC controls on the right side of
wheel positions, using a TPMS relearn tool, the steering wheel to scroll to the Tire
. There is interference from an external
in the following order: driver side front tire, Pressure screen under the DIC info page.
device or transmitter. passenger side front tire, passenger side rear
. The air pressure from the inflation device tire, and driver side rear. See your dealer for 5. Press and hold the thumbwheel in the
is not sufficient to inflate the tire. service or to purchase a relearn tool. center of the DIC controls.
. There is a malfunction in the TPMS. A TPMS relearn tool can also be purchased. The horn sounds twice to signal the
. There is a malfunction in the horn or turn See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE
signal lamps. Tool at www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on
call 1-800-GM TOOLS (1-800-468-6657). the DIC screen.
. The identification code of the TPMS
sensor is not registered to the system. There are two minutes to match the first 6. Start with the driver side front tire.
. The battery of the TPMS sensor is low. tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall 7. Place the relearn tool against the tire
to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press
If the tire fill alert does not operate due to takes longer, the matching process stops the button to activate the TPMS sensor.
TPMS interference, move the vehicle about and must be restarted. A horn chirp confirms that the sensor
1 m (3 ft) back or forward and try again. identification code has been matched to
If the tire fill alert feature is not working, The TPMS sensor matching process is:
this tire and wheel position.
use a tire pressure gauge. 1. Set the parking brake.
8. Proceed to the passenger side front tire,
TPMS Sensor Matching Process 2. Place the vehicle in Service Mode. See and repeat the procedure in Step 7.
Ignition Positions 0 200.
Each TPMS sensor has a unique 9. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire,
3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info page and repeat the procedure in Step 7.
identification code. The identification code
option is turned on. The info pages on
needs to be matched to a new tire/wheel 10. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and
the DIC can be turned on and off
position after rotating the vehicle’s tires or repeat the procedure in Step 7. The horn
replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors. sounds two times to indicate the sensor
The TPMS sensor matching process should identification code has been matched to
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the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other
sensor matching process is no longer damage that cannot be repaired well
active. The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE because of the size or location of the
message on the DIC display screen damage.
goes off.
11. Turn the vehicle off. Tire Rotation
12. Set all four tires to the recommended air Tires should be rotated according to the
pressure level as indicated on the Tire interval specified in the Maintenance
and Loading Information label.
Schedule. See Maintenance Schedule
Tire Inspection 0 328.
We recommend that the tires, including Tires are rotated to achieve a more
the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be uniform wear for all tires. The first Use this rotation pattern when rotating
inspected for signs of wear or damage rotation is the most important. the tires.
at least once a month. Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate Do not include the compact spare tire
Replace the tire if: the tires as soon as possible, check for in the tire rotation.
. The indicators at three or more
proper tire inflation pressure, and check Adjust the front and rear tires to the
for damaged tires or wheels. If the recommended inflation pressure on the
places around the tire can be seen.
unusual wear continues after the Tire and Loading Information label after
. There is cord or fabric showing
rotation, check the wheel alignment. the tires have been rotated. See Tire
through the tire's rubber. See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 301
. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, Pressure 0 294 and Vehicle Load Limits
and Wheel Replacement 0 304. 0 196.
or snagged deep enough to show
cord or fabric. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System.
. The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
0 297.
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Check that all wheel nuts are properly 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining.
tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” { Warning See Tire Inspection 0 300 and
under Capacities and Specifications Do not apply grease to the wheel Tire Rotation 0 300.
0 336, and “Removing the Flat Tire and mounting surface, wheel conical The rubber in tires ages over time. This also
Installing the Spare Tire” under Tire seats, or the wheel nuts or bolts. applies to the spare tire, if the vehicle has
Changing 0 307. Grease applied to these areas could one, even if it is never used. Multiple factors
cause a wheel to become loose or including temperatures, loading conditions,
{ Warning come off, resulting in a crash. and inflation pressure maintenance affect
how fast aging takes place. GM recommends
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the that tires, including the spare if equipped,
parts to which it is fastened, can When It Is Time for New Tires be replaced after six years, regardless of
cause wheel nuts to become loose Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, tread wear. To identify the age of a tire, use
over time. The wheel could come off driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road the tire manufacture date, which is the last
and cause a crash. When changing a conditions affect the wear rate of the tires. four digits of the DOT Tire Identification
wheel, remove any rust or dirt from Number (TIN) molded into one side of the
places where the wheel attaches to tire sidewall. The last four digits of the TIN
indicate the tire manufactured date. The
the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth first two digits represent the week and the
or paper towel can be used; however, last two digits, the year. For example, the
use a scraper or wire brush later to third week of the year 2020 would have a
remove all rust or dirt. 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the
first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of
Lightly coat the inner diameter of the each year.
wheel hub opening with wheel bearing
grease after a wheel change or tire Vehicle Storage
rotation to prevent corrosion or rust Tires age when stored normally mounted on
buildup. a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be
Treadwear indicators are one way to tell stored for at least a month in a cool, dry,
when it is time for new tires. Treadwear clean area away from direct sunlight to slow
indicators appear when the tires have only
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aging. This area should be free of grease, TPC Spec number is molded onto the
gasoline, or other substances that can Warning (Continued)
tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the
deteriorate rubber. tires have an all-season tread design, death. Only your dealer or authorized
Parking for an extended period can cause the TPC Spec number will be followed tire service center should mount or
flat spots on the tires that may result in by MS for mud and snow. See Tire dismount the tires.
vibrations while driving. When storing a Sidewall Labeling 0 290 for additional
vehicle for at least a month, remove the information.
tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the { Warning
weight from the tires. GM recommends replacing worn tires in
complete sets of four. Uniform tread Mixing tires of different sizes (other
Buying New Tires depth on all tires will help to maintain than those originally installed on the
the performance of the vehicle. Braking vehicle), brands, tread patterns,
GM has developed and matched specific or types may cause loss of vehicle
tires for the vehicle. The original and handling performance may be
adversely affected if all the tires are not control, resulting in a crash or other
equipment tires installed were designed vehicle damage. Use the correct size,
to meet General Motors Tire replaced at the same time. If proper
rotation and maintenance have been brand, and type of tire on all wheels.
Performance Criteria Specification (TPC
Spec) system rating. When replacement done, all four tires should wear out at
tires are needed, GM strongly about the same time. However, if it is { Warning
recommends buying tires with the same necessary to replace only one axle set
of worn tires, place the new tires on Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle
TPC Spec rating. may cause the wheel rim flanges to
the rear axle. See Tire Rotation 0 300.
GM's exclusive TPC Spec system develop cracks after many miles of
considers over a dozen critical { Warning driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail
specifications that impact the overall suddenly and cause a crash. Use only
performance of the vehicle, including Tires could explode during improper radial-ply tires with the wheels on
brake system performance, ride and service. Attempting to mount or the vehicle.
handling, traction control, and tire dismount a tire could cause injury or
(Continued)
pressure monitoring performance. GM's
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Winter tires with the same speed rating stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
as the original equipment tires may not performance of these systems can also be The Uniform Tire Quality Grading
be available for H, V, W, Y and ZR affected. (UTQG) system does not apply to deep
speed rated tires. Never exceed the tread, winter tires, compact spare tires,
winter tires’ maximum speed capability { Warning tires with nominal rim diameters of
when using winter tires with a lower If different sized wheels are used, there 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some
speed rating. may not be an acceptable level of limited-production tires.
performance and safety if tires not
If the vehicle tires must be replaced recommended for those wheels are While the tires available on General
with a tire that does not have a TPC selected. This increases the chance of a Motors passenger cars and light trucks
Spec number, make sure they are the crash and serious injury. Only use GM may vary with respect to these grades,
same size, load range, speed rating, and specific wheel and tire systems developed they must also conform to federal
construction (radial) as the original for the vehicle, and have them properly safety requirements and additional
tires. installed by a GM certified technician. General Motors Tire Performance
The Tire and Loading Information label Criteria (TPC) standards.
See Buying New Tires 0 302 and
indicates the original equipment tires Accessories and Modifications 0 260 or Quality grades can be found where
on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits Accessories and Modifications 0 260. applicable on the tire sidewall between
0 196. tread shoulder and maximum section
Uniform Tire Quality Grading width. For example:
Different Size Tires and Wheels
The following information relates to the Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
If wheels or tires are installed that are a system developed by the United States
different size than the original equipment All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to
National Highway Traffic Safety Federal Safety Requirements In Addition
wheels and tires, vehicle performance,
including its braking, ride and handling Administration (NHTSA), which grades To These Grades.
characteristics, stability, and resistance to tires by treadwear, traction, and
rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has temperature performance. This applies
electronic systems such as antilock brakes, only to vehicles sold in the United
rollover airbags, traction control, electronic States. The grades are molded on the
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Treadwear traction tests, and does not include loading, either separately or in
The treadwear grade is a comparative acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, combination, can cause heat buildup
rating based on the wear rate of the or peak traction characteristics. and possible tire failure.
tire when tested under controlled Temperature Wheel Alignment and Tire
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire graded
The temperature grades are A (the Balance
highest), B, and C, representing the The tires and wheels were aligned and
150 would wear one and one-half (1½)
tire's resistance to the generation of balanced at the factory to provide the
times as well on the government course
heat and its ability to dissipate heat longest tire life and best overall
as a tire graded 100. The relative
when tested under controlled conditions performance. Adjustments to wheel
performance of tires depends upon the
on a specified indoor laboratory test alignment and tire balancing are not
actual conditions of their use, however, necessary on a regular basis. Consider an
wheel. Sustained high temperature can
and may depart significantly from the alignment check if there is unusual tire wear
cause the material of the tire to
norm due to variations in driving habits, or the vehicle is significantly pulling to one
degenerate and reduce tire life, and
service practices and differences in road side or the other. Some slight pull to the
excessive temperature can lead to
characteristics and climate. left or right, depending on the crown of the
sudden tire failure. The grade C road and/or other road surface variations
Traction corresponds to a level of performance such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the
The traction grades, from highest to which all passenger car tires must meet vehicle is vibrating when driving on a
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those under the Federal Motor Safety smooth road, the tires and wheels may
grades represent the tire's ability to Standard No. 109. Grades B and A need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for
represent higher levels of performance proper diagnosis.
stop on wet pavement as measured
on the laboratory test wheel than the
under controlled conditions on specified
minimum required by law. Warning:
Wheel Replacement
government test surfaces of asphalt and Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked,
concrete. A tire marked C may have The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts
poor traction performance. Warning: keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts,
The traction grade assigned to this tire inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
is based on straight-ahead braking speed, underinflation, or excessive
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wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum
wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if { Warning Warning (Continued)
any of these conditions exist. Replacing a wheel with a used one is The area damaged by the tire chains
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that dangerous. How it has been used or how could cause loss of control and a crash.
is needed. far it has been driven may be unknown. Use another type of traction device only
It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. if its manufacturer recommends it for the
Each new wheel should have the same
When replacing wheels, use a new GM vehicle's tire size combination and road
load-carrying capacity, diameter, width,
offset, and be mounted the same way as original equipment wheel. conditions. Follow that manufacturer's
the one it replaces. instructions. To avoid vehicle damage,
drive slow and readjust or remove the
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, Caution traction device if it contacts the vehicle.
or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) The wrong wheel can also cause Do not spin the wheels. If traction
sensors with new GM original equipment problems with bearing life, brake cooling, devices are used, install them on the
parts. speedometer or odometer calibration, front tires.
headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle
{ Warning ground clearance, and tire or tire chain
Using the wrong replacement wheels, clearance to the body and chassis. Caution
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts can be If the vehicle is equipped with 255/65R18
dangerous. It could affect the braking and Tire Chains size tires, use tire chains only where legal
handling of the vehicle. Tires can lose air and only when necessary. Use low profile
and cause loss of control, resulting in a { Warning chains that add no more than 12 mm
crash. Always use the correct wheel, thickness to the tire tread and inner
If the vehicle has a tire size other than
wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for sidewall. Use chains that are the proper
255/65R18, do not use tire chains. There is
replacement. size for the tires. Install them on the tires
not enough clearance. Tire chains used on
of the front axle. Do not use chains on
a vehicle without the proper amount of
the tires of the rear axle. Tighten them
clearance can cause damage to the
as tightly as possible with the ends
brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts.
securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow
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the vehicle. It may be very bumpy and
Caution (Continued) noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off the Warning (Continued)
the chain manufacturer's instructions. road, if possible. off the jack. If a jack is provided with the
If the chains contact the vehicle, stop and vehicle, only use it for changing a
retighten them. If the contact continues, { Warning flat tire.
slow down until it stops. Driving too fast
Driving on a flat tire will cause
or spinning the wheels with chains on If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and
permanent damage to the tire.
will damage the vehicle. wheel damage by driving slowly to a level
Re-inflating a tire after it has been driven
place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on
on while severely underinflated or flat
If a Tire Goes Flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash.
the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers 0 130.
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while Never attempt to re-inflate a tire that has
driving, especially if the tires are maintained been driven on while severely If your vehicle is loaded at or near
properly. See Tires 0 288. If air goes out of underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or maximum cargo capacity, it may be difficult
a tire, it is much more likely to leak out an authorized tire service center repair or to fit the jack under the vehicle due to the
slowly. But if there is ever a blowout, here replace the flat tire as soon as possible. environment (shoulder slope, road debris,
are a few tips about what to expect and etc.). Removal of some weight may improve
what to do: the ability to fit the jack under the vehicle
at the correct jacking location.
If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a { Warning
drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to { Warning
do maintenance or repairs is dangerous
grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to Changing a tire can be dangerous. The
without the appropriate safety equipment
maintain lane position, and then gently vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over
and training. If a jack is provided with
brake to a stop, well off the road, or fall causing injury or death. Find a
the vehicle, it is designed only for
if possible. level place to change the tire. To help
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts prevent the vehicle from moving:
anything else, you or others could be
much like a skid and may require the same badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips 1. Set the parking brake firmly.
correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing (Continued) 2. Put the vehicle in P (Park).
the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten
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Warning (Continued) Tire Changing
3. Turn the vehicle off and do not Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
restart the vehicle while it is raised. To access the spare tire and tools:
4. Do not allow passengers to remain 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 19.
in the vehicle.
5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on
both sides of the tire at the opposite
corner of the tire being changed.

When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the

following example as a guide to assist in the
placement of the wheel blocks (1), 4. Turn the wing nut (3) counterclockwise
if equipped. to remove the jack (1) and wheel
wrench (2). Place the tool container near
the tire being changed.
5. Remove the spare tire and place it next
to the tire being changed.
2. Lift the load floor.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
3. Remove the cargo management system.
See Cargo Management System 0 85. Spare Tire
1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See
If a Tire Goes Flat 0 306.

1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)

2. Flat Tire
The following information explains how to
repair or change a tire.
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{ Warning
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can damage the
vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To
help avoid personal injury and vehicle
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head
into the proper location before raising
the vehicle.

{ Warning
2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise 4. Position the jack lift head at the jack Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to
to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do not location nearest the flat tire. do maintenance or repairs is dangerous
remove them yet. The jacking location is indicated by a half without the appropriate safety equipment
3. Place the jack near the flat tire. circle notch in the metal flange. The jack and training. If a jack is provided with
must not be used in any other position. the vehicle, it is designed only for
Caution changing a flat tire. If it is used for
Make sure that the jack lift head is in the { Warning anything else, you or others could be
correct position or you may damage your Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips
vehicle. The repairs would not be covered on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the
by your warranty. off the jack, you could be badly injured vehicle, only use it for changing a
or killed. Never get under a vehicle when flat tire.
it is supported only by a jack.
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7. Turn the wrench clockwise in the jack to
Caution raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far Warning (Continued)
Using a jack to raise the vehicle without enough off the ground so that there is wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
positioning it correctly could damage enough room for the spare tire to fit places where the wheel attaches to
your vehicle. When raising your vehicle under the wheel well. the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth
on a jack, be sure to position it correctly
or paper towel can be used; however,
under the frame and avoid contact with
use a scraper or wire brush later to
the plastic molding.
remove all rust or dirt.

8. Remove all of the wheel nuts.

9. Remove the flat tire.

5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise { Warning

the jack lift head until the slots in the 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare
jack head fit into the metal flange parts to which it is fastened, can
behind the cut out on the plastic wheel.
cause wheel nuts to become loose 11. Place the compact spare tire on the
molding. Do not raise the vehicle yet.
over time. The wheel could come off wheel-mounting surface.
6. Put the compact spare tire near you. and cause a crash. When changing a
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{ Warning Caution Caution

Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's
because the nuts might come loose. The to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To compact spare. If you try to put a wheel
vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly cover on the compact spare, the cover or
crash. tighten the wheel nuts in the proper the spare could be damaged.
sequence and to the proper torque
12. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each specification. See Capacities and
nut by hand until the wheel is held Specifications 0 336 for the wheel nut { Warning
against the hub. torque specification. Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment
13. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack in the passenger compartment of the
handle counterclockwise. vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden
stop or collision, loose equipment could
{ Warning strike someone. Store all these in the
Wheel nuts that are improperly or proper place.
incorrectly tightened can cause the
wheels to become loose or come off. The
wheel nuts should be tightened with a
torque wrench to the proper torque
specification after replacing. Follow the
torque specification supplied by the
aftermarket manufacturer when using
accessory locking wheel nuts. See
14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a
Capacities and Specifications 0 336 for
crisscross sequence, as shown.
original equipment wheel nut torque
specifications. 15. Lower the jack all the way and remove
the jack from under the vehicle.
16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the
wheel wrench.
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Storing the Flat Tire To store the flat tire:

5. Lower the liftgate enough to be able to

hook the cable onto the outside portion
1. Liftgate Hinges
1. Remove the cable package from under
of the liftgate hinges.
the spare tire, jack, and tools.
2. Cable 6. Hook the other end of the cable onto
3. Center of the Wheel 2. Remove the small cap by tapping the
the outside portion of the liftgate hinge
4. Door Striker back of the cap with the extension of
on the other side of the vehicle.
the shaft, if the vehicle has aluminum
wheels. 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it is
secure.
3. Put the flat tire in the rear storage area
with the valve stem facing the rear of
the vehicle.
4. Pull the cable through the door striker
and the center of the wheel.
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4. Put back the spare tire and all tools as vehicle will perform differently with the
they were stored in the rear storage spare tire installed and it is recommended
compartment. that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h
5. Install the cargo management system (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare
and load floor. tire, have the standard tire repaired or
replaced as soon as convenient and return
The compact spare is for temporary use the spare tire to the storage area.
only. Replace the compact spare tire with a
full-size tire as soon as you can. When using a compact spare tire, the AWD
(if equipped), ABS, and Traction Control
Compact Spare Tire systems may engage until the spare tire is
recognized by the vehicle, especially on
{ Warning slippery roads. Adjust driving to reduce
8. Make sure the metal tube is centered at possible wheel slip.
Driving with more than one compact
the striker. Push the tube toward the spare tire at a time could result in loss of
front of the vehicle.
Caution
braking and handling. This could lead to a When the compact spare is installed, do
9. Close the liftgate and make sure it is crash and you or others could be injured.
fully latched. not take the vehicle through an
Use only one compact spare tire at automatic car wash with guide rails. The
The compact spare is for temporary use a time. compact spare can get caught on the rails
only. Replace the compact spare tire with a which can damage the tire, wheel, and
full-size tire as soon as you can. If this vehicle has a compact spare tire, it
was fully inflated when new; however, it other parts of the vehicle.
Storing the Compact Spare Tire and can lose air over time. Check the inflation
Tools Do not use the compact spare on other
pressure regularly. It should be 420 kPa
vehicles.
To store the spare tire and tools: (60 psi).
Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 19. Stop as soon as possible and check that the
with other wheels or tires. They will not fit.
spare tire is correctly inflated after being
2. Lift the load floor. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together.
installed on the vehicle. The compact spare
3. Remove the cargo management system. tire is designed for temporary use only. The
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See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 1.
Caution Caution
Tire chains will not fit the compact spare. { Warning If the jumper cables are connected or
Using them can damage the vehicle and removed in the wrong order, electrical
Batteries can hurt you. They can be
the chains. Do not use tire chains on the shorting may occur and damage the
dangerous because:
compact spare. vehicle. The repairs would not be covered
. They contain acid that can burn you. by the vehicle warranty. Always connect
Jump Starting . They contain gas that can explode or and remove the jumper cables in the
ignite. correct order, making sure that the cables
Jump Starting - North America . They contain enough electricity to do not touch each other or other metal.
For more information about the vehicle burn you.
battery, see Battery - North America 0 274. If you do not follow these steps exactly,
If the battery has run down, try to use some or all of these things can hurt you.
another vehicle and some jumper cables to
start your vehicle. Be sure to use the
following steps to do it safely. Caution
Ignoring these steps could result in costly
{ Warning damage to the vehicle that would not be
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying
related accessories can expose you to to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling
chemicals including lead and lead it will not work, and it could damage the
compounds, which are known to the vehicle.
State of California to cause cancer and Connection Points and Sequence
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. For more 1. Discharged Battery Positive (+)
information go to Terminal
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 2. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal
3. Good Battery Negative (−) Terminal
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4. Discharged Battery Negative (−) 3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the
Grounding Point shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic { Warning
The discharged battery positive (+) terminal transmission, or Neutral with a manual Using a match near a battery can cause
and the discharged battery negative (–) transmission. See Shifting Into Park battery gas to explode. People have been
grounding point are on the driver side of 0 204. hurt doing this, and some have been
the vehicle. blinded. Use a flashlight if you need
Caution
more light.
The good battery positive (+) terminal and If any accessories are left on or plugged
the good battery negative (–) terminal are in during the jump starting procedure, Battery fluid contains acid that can burn
on the battery of the vehicle providing the you. Do not get it on you. If you
they could be damaged. The repairs
jump start. accidentally get it in your eyes or on
would not be covered by the vehicle
The discharged battery positive (+) terminal warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or your skin, flush the place with water and
is under a cover. Open the cover to expose unplug all accessories on either vehicle get medical help immediately.
the terminal. when jump starting.
1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a
12-volt battery with a negative ground 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all lights { Warning
system. and accessories in both vehicles, except Fans or other moving engine parts can
the hazard warning flashers if needed. injure you badly. Keep your hands away
Caution from moving parts once the engine is
If the other vehicle does not have a { Warning running.
12-volt system with a negative ground, An electric fan can start up even when
both vehicles can be damaged. Only use the engine is not running and can injure 5. Connect one end of the red positive (+)
a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a cable to the discharged battery
you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools
negative ground for jump starting. positive (+) terminal.
away from any underhood electric fan.
6. Connect the other end of the red
2. Position the two vehicles so that they positive (+) cable to the good battery
are not touching. positive (+) terminal.
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7. Connect one end of the black negative Towing the Vehicle
(–) cable to the good battery negative
Caution
(–) terminal. The vehicle may be equipped with a tow
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle eye. Improper use of the tow eye may
8. Connect the other end of the black
negative (–) cable to the discharged Caution cause damage to the vehicle and is not
battery negative (–) grounding point. covered by the vehicle warranty.
Incorrectly transporting a disabled vehicle If equipped, use the tow eye to load the
9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the may cause damage to the vehicle. Use
good battery and run the engine at idle vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck from a
proper tire straps to secure the vehicle to flat road surface, or to move the vehicle
speed for at least four minutes. the flatbed tow truck. Do not strap or a very short distance at a walking pace.
10. Try to start the vehicle that had the hook to any frame, underbody, The tow eye is not designed for off-road
dead battery. If it will not start after a or suspension component not specified recovery. The vehicle must be in
few tries, it probably needs service. below. Do not move vehicles with drive N (Neutral) with the electric parking
Jumper Cable Removal axle tires on the ground. Damage is not brake released when using the tow eye.
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Reverse the sequence exactly when
removing the jumper cables. Contact a professional towing service if the
disabled vehicle must be transported. GM
After starting the disabled vehicle and Caution
recommends a flatbed tow truck to
removing the jumper cables, allow it to idle The vehicle may be equipped with an transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to
for several minutes. electric parking brake and/or an help reduce approach angles, if necessary.
electronic shifter. In the event of a loss of
If equipped, a tow eye may be located near
12-volt battery power, the electric parking the spare tire or emergency jack. Do not use
brake cannot be released, and the vehicle the tow eye to pull the vehicle from the
cannot be shifted to N (Neutral). Tire snow, mud, sand, or ditch. Tow eye threads
skates or dollies must be used under the may have right or left-hand threads. Use
non-rolling tires to prevent damage while caution when installing or removing the
loading/unloading the vehicle. Dragging tow eye.
the vehicle will cause damage not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
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The vehicle must be in N (Neutral) and the Front Attachment Points Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two
electric parking brake must be released wheels on the ground and two wheels up
when loading the vehicle onto a flatbed tow on a device known as a dolly.
truck. Here are some important things to consider
. If the vehicle is equipped with car wash before recreational vehicle towing:
mode and has 12-volt battery power, refer . Before towing the vehicle, become
to “Car Wash Mode” under Automatic familiar with the local laws that apply to
Transmission 0 206 to place the vehicle in recreational vehicle towing. These laws
N (Neutral). may vary by region.
. If the 12-volt battery is dead and/or the
. The towing capacity of the towing
engine will not start, the vehicle will not vehicle. Be sure to read the tow vehicle
move. Try to jump start the vehicle. Refer manufacturer's recommendations.
to Jump Starting - North America 0 313
. How far the vehicle will be towed. Some
and if the jump start is successful, retry
the “Car Wash Mode” procedure. The vehicle is equipped with specific vehicles have restrictions on how far and
attachment points to be used by the towing how long they can be towed.
. If jump starting is unsuccessful, the
provider. These holes may be used to pull . The proper towing equipment. See your
vehicle will not move. Tire skates or
dollies must be used under the non-rolling the vehicle from a flat road surface onto the dealer or trailering professional for
tires to prevent vehicle damage. flatbed tow truck. additional advice and equipment
recommendations.
Recreational Vehicle Towing . If the vehicle is ready to be towed. Just
Recreational vehicle towing means towing as preparing the vehicle for a long trip,
the vehicle behind another vehicle, such as make sure the vehicle is prepared to be
behind a motor home. The two most towed.
common types of recreational vehicle
towing are known as dinghy towing and
dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the
vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
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3. Press and hold ENGINE START/STOP with
Caution Caution (Continued) your foot off the brake for five seconds.
Use of a shield mounted in front of the repairs would not be covered by the 4. Hold the brake pedal down and press the
vehicle grille could restrict airflow and vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle parking brake switch for 15 seconds until
cause damage to the transmission. The with all four wheels on the ground. the service parking brake light flashes.
repairs would not be covered by the
The vehicle is not designed to be towed 5. While the service parking brake light is
vehicle warranty. If using a shield, only
with all four wheels on the ground. If the still flashing, remove your foot from the
use one that attaches to the towing brake pedal and release the parking
vehicle. vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be
used. See the following information on dolly brake switch.
Dinghy Towing towing. 6. Immediately press and release the
parking brake switch again while the
Dolly Towing service park brake light is still flashing.
7. Start the vehicle and drive onto the
dolly.
8. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
9. Turn off the vehicle.
10. Open the hood.
11. Exit the vehicle and secure the vehicle
onto the dolly.
12. Disconnect the negative (–) terminal
connector from the 12-volt battery.
13. Close the hood of the vehicle.
Caution Removing the Vehicle from a Dolly
If the vehicle is towed with all four Driving onto a Dolly
1. Make sure the vehicle is secured to the
wheels on the ground, the drivetrain 1. Park the vehicle on level ground in front
dolly.
components could be damaged. The of the dolly and turn the vehicle off.
2. Open the door and hood of the vehicle.
(Continued) 2. Make sure the parking brake is released.
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3. Connect the negative (–) terminal Appearance Care
connector from the 12-volt battery.
4. Press and hold ENGINE START/STOP with Exterior Care
your foot off the brake for five seconds.
5. Hold the brake pedal down and press the
Locks
parking brake switch for five seconds Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a
until the parking brake light flashes. de-icing agent only when absolutely
6. Turn the vehicle off. necessary, and have the locks greased after
using. See Recommended Fluids and
7. Disconnect the vehicle and remove it Lubricants 0 332.
from the dolly.
Washing the Vehicle
Towing the Vehicle from the Rear
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it
Caution
often and out of direct sunlight.
Towing the vehicle from the rear could
damage it. Also, repairs would not be Caution
covered by the vehicle warranty. Never Do not use petroleum-based, acidic,
have the vehicle towed from the rear. or abrasive cleaning agents as they can
damage the vehicle's paint, metal,
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning products can
be obtained from your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding correct
product usage, necessary safety
precautions, and appropriate disposal of
any vehicle care product.
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Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or
Caution an all-cotton towel to avoid surface
Caution
Avoid using high-pressure washes closer scratches and water spotting. Machine compounding or aggressive
than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint
vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding Finish Care finish may damage it. Use only
8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/ non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are
damage or removal of paint and decals. wax materials is not recommended. made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
If painted surfaces are damaged, see your on the vehicle.
dealer to have the damage assessed and
Caution repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium To keep the paint finish looking new, keep
Do not power wash any component chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, the vehicle garaged or covered whenever
under the hood that has this e road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, possible.
chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
symbol.
damage the vehicle's finish if they remain
This could cause damage that would not on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as Caution
be covered by the vehicle warranty. soon as possible. If necessary, use
non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe Failure to clean and protect the bright
If using an automatic car wash, follow the for painted surfaces to remove foreign metal moldings can result in a hazy
car wash instructions. The windshield wiper matter. white finish or pitting. This damage
and rear window wiper, if equipped, must would not be covered by the vehicle
Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing warranty.
be off. Remove any accessories that may be
should be done to remove residue from the
damaged or interfere with the car wash
paint finish. See your dealer for approved The bright metal moldings on the vehicle
equipment.
cleaning products. are aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. To
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and prevent damage always follow these
Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated
after, to remove all cleaning agents cleaning instructions:
plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated
completely. If they are allowed to dry on
wood, or flat paint as damage can occur. . Be sure the molding is cool to the touch
the surface, they could stain.
before applying any cleaning solution.
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. Use only approved cleaning solutions for . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents Shutter System
aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. in higher concentrations than suggested
Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain by the manufacturer
alkaline substances and can damage the . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh
moldings. cleaners
. Always dilute a concentrated cleaner . Ice scrapers or other hard items
according to the manufacturer’s . Aftermarket appearance caps or covers
instructions. while the lamps are illuminated, due to
. Do not use cleaners that are not intended excessive heat generated
for automotive use.
. Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle Caution
after washing to protect and extend the Failure to clean lamps properly can cause
molding finish. damage to the lamp cover that would
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
The vehicle may have a shutter system
Emblems, Decals, and Stripes designed to help improve fuel economy.
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft Caution Keep the shutter system clear of debris,
cloth, and a car washing soap to clean snow and ice. If the check engine light is
Using wax on low gloss black finish activated, please check to see if the shutter
exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals, and stripes can increase the gloss level and
stripes. Follow instructions under "Washing system is clear of debris, snow or ice.
create a non-uniform finish. Clean low
the Vehicle" previously in this section. gloss stripes with soap and water only. Windshield and Wiper Blades
Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some Clean the outside of the windshield with
have a UV protective coating. Do not clean Air Intakes glass cleaner.
or wipe them when dry.
Clear debris from the air intakes, between Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or
Do not use any of the following on lamp the hood and windshield, when washing the paper towel soaked with windshield washer
covers: vehicle. fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the
. Abrasive or caustic agents windshield thoroughly when cleaning the
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blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup Wheels and Wheel Trim Caution (Continued)
of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and Damage could occur and the repairs
wiper streaking.
water to clean the wheels. After rinsing would not be covered by the vehicle
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or thoroughly with clean water, dry with a
damaged. Damage can be caused by warranty.
soft, clean towel. A wax may then be
extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat, applied.
sun, snow, and ice. Brake System
Caution Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for
Weatherstrips proper attachment, connections, binding,
Chrome wheels and chrome wheel trim
Apply weatherstrip lubricant on may be damaged if the vehicle is not leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake
weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal washed after driving on roads that have pads for wear and rotors for surface
better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate condition. Inspect drum brake linings/shoes
been sprayed with magnesium chloride or
weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot, dry for wear or cracks. Inspect all other brake
calcium chloride. These are used on roads
climates may require more frequent parts for cracks and leaks.
for conditions such as dust and ice.
application. Black marks from rubber
material on painted surfaces can be removed Always wash the chrome with soap and Steering, Suspension, and Chassis
by rubbing with a clean cloth. water after exposure. Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and
Tires chassis components for damaged, loose,
Caution
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean or missing parts or signs of wear at least
the tires. To avoid surface damage on wheels and once a year.
wheel trim, do not use strong soaps,
Caution chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, Inspect power steering for proper electrical
or brushes. Use only GM approved connections, binding, cracks, chafing, etc.
Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on the vehicle may damage the cleaners. Do not drive the vehicle through Visually check constant velocity joint boots
paint finish and/or tires. When applying a an automatic car wash that uses silicon and axle seals for leaks.
tire dressing, always wipe off any carbide tire/wheel cleaning brushes.
(Continued)
overspray from all painted surfaces on
the vehicle.
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Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement parts will
Caution
provide the corrosion protection while
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, Immediately remove cleaners, hand
maintaining the vehicle warranty.
liftgate hinges, and the steel fuel door lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellent
hinges, unless the components are plastic. Finish Damage from all interior surfaces or permanent
Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
Quickly repair minor chips and scratches damage may result.
with a clean cloth will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. with touch-up materials available from your
dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of
Underbody Maintenance finish damage can be corrected in your Caution
dealer's body and paint shop. Use cleaners specifically designed for the
At least twice a year, spring and fall, use
plain water to flush any corrosive materials surfaces being cleaned to prevent
Chemical Paint Spotting
from the underbody. Take care to permanent damage to the vehicle. Apply
thoroughly clean any areas where mud and Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack all cleaners directly to a cleaning cloth.
other debris can collect. painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy, Do not spray cleaners on any switches or
ring-shaped discolorations, and small, controls.
Do not directly power wash the transfer irregular dark spots etched into the paint
case and/or front/rear axle output seals. surface. See “Finish Care” previously in this When using liquid soap cleaners, follow the
High pressure water can overcome the seals section. directions on the specific cleaner or soap
and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated solution for dilution instructions.
fluid will decrease the life of the transfer Interior Care
case and/or axles and should be replaced. Caution
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, regularly
Sheet Metal Damage clean the vehicle's interior. Before using To prevent damage:
cleaners, read and follow all safety . Never use a razor or any other sharp
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet instructions on the label. While cleaning the
metal repair or replacement, make sure the object to remove soil from any interior
interior, open the doors and windows to get surface
body repair shop applies anti-corrosion proper ventilation. Newspapers or dark
material to parts repaired or replaced to garments can transfer color to the vehicle’s . Never use a brush with stiff bristles.
restore corrosion protection. interior. (Continued)
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Caution (Continued) Interior Glass Vinyl/Rubber
. Never rub any surface aggressively or To clean, use a microfiber cloth fabric If equipped with vinyl floor and rubber floor
with too much pressure. dampened with water. Wipe droplets left mats, use a soft cloth and/or brush
behind with a clean dry cloth. If necessary, dampened with water to remove dust and
. Do not get any exposed electrical use a commercial glass cleaner after loose dirt. For more thorough cleaning, use
components wet. cleaning with plain water. a mild soap and water solution.
. Do not use laundry detergents or
dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Do Caution { Warning
not use solutions that contain strong To prevent scratching, never use abrasive
or caustic soap. Do not use cleaners that contain silicone,
cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive wax-based products, or cleaners that
. Do not heavily saturate the upholstery cleaners or aggressive cleaning may increase gloss on vinyl/rubber floor and
when cleaning. damage the rear window defogger. mats. These cleaners can permanently
. Do not use solvents or cleaners change the appearance and feel of the
containing solvents. Cleaning the windshield with water during
vinyl/rubber and can make the floor
the first three to six months of ownership
. Do not use disinfecting wipes that are slippery. Your foot could slip while
will reduce tendency to fog.
scented or contain bleach. Do not use operating the vehicle, and you could lose
wipes or cleaners that show a color Speaker Covers control, resulting in a crash. You or
transfer to the wipe or change the others could be injured.
Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so
appearance of the interior surface
that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean
when used. Fabric/Carpet/Suede
spots with water and mild soap.
. Do not use scented or gel-type hand Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft
sanitizers. If hand sanitizer comes in Coated Moldings brush attachment. If a rotating vacuum
contact with interior surfaces of the Coated moldings should be cleaned. brush attachment is being used, only use it
vehicle, blot immediately and clean . When lightly soiled, wipe with a sponge on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, gently
with a soft cloth dampened with a remove as much of the soil as possible:
or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with
mild soap and water solution. . Gently blot liquids with a paper towel.
water.
. When heavily soiled, use warm soapy Continue blotting until no more soil can
water. be removed.
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. For solid soils, remove as much as commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other
possible prior to vacuuming. If ring formation occurs, clean the entire Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint
To clean: fabric or carpet. Surfaces, and Natural Open Pore Wood
1. Saturate a clean, lint-free colorfast cloth After cleaning, use a paper towel to blot Surfaces
with water. Microfiber cloth is excess moisture. Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from
recommended to prevent lint transfer to Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle knobs and crevices on the instrument
the fabric or carpet. cluster. Use a soft microfiber cloth
Status and Radio Displays
2. Remove excess moisture by gently dampened with water to remove dust and
wringing until water does not drip from Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss surfaces loose dirt. For a more thorough cleaning,
the cleaning cloth. or vehicle displays. First, use a soft bristle use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a
brush to remove dirt that can scratch the mild soap and water solution.
3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and surface. Then gently clean by rubbing with a
gently rub toward the center. Fold the microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners
cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently
Caution
or solvents. Periodically hand wash the Soaking or saturating leather, especially
to prevent forcing the soil into the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap.
fabric. perforated leather, as well as other
Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
4. Continue gently rubbing the soiled area thoroughly and air dry before next use. interior surfaces, may cause permanent
until there is no longer any color damage. Wipe excess moisture from
transfer from the soil to the cleaning Caution these surfaces after cleaning and allow
cloth. them to dry naturally. Never use heat,
Do not attach a device with a suction cup
5. If the soil is not completely removed, steam, or spot removers. Do not use
to the display. This may cause damage
use a mild soap solution followed only liquids that contain alcohol or solvents on
and would not be covered by the vehicle
by plain water. leather seats. Do not use cleaners that
warranty.
contain silicone or wax-based products.
If the soil is not completely removed, it may
Cleaners containing these solvents can
be necessary to use a commercial upholstery
permanently change the appearance and
cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden
area for colorfastness before using a feel of leather or soft trim, and are not
recommended.
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Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, Care of Seat Belts Use the following guidelines for proper floor
especially on the instrument panel. Reflected mat use:
Keep belts clean and dry.
glare can decrease visibility through the . The original equipment floor mats are
windshield under certain conditions. designed for your vehicle. If the floor
{ Warning mats need to be replaced, it is
Caution Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. recommended that GM-certified floor
Use of air fresheners may cause It may severely weaken the webbing. In mats are purchased. Non-GM floor mats
permanent damage to plastics and a crash, they might not be able to may not fit properly and may interfere
painted surfaces. If an air freshener provide adequate protection. Clean and with the pedals. Always check that the
comes in contact with any plastic or rinse seat belt webbing only with mild floor mats do not interfere with the
painted surface in the vehicle, blot soap and lukewarm water. Allow the pedals.
immediately and clean with a soft cloth webbing to dry. . Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is
dampened with a mild soap solution. not equipped with a floor mat retainer on
Damage caused by air fresheners would Floor Mats the driver side floor.
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. . Use the floor mat with the correct side
{ Warning up. Do not turn it over.
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not . Do not place anything on top of the
If equipped, wash with warm water and properly installed, it can interfere with driver side floor mat.
mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. the pedals. Interference with the pedals . Use only a single floor mat on the
Rinse with cold water, and then dry can cause unintended acceleration and/or driver side.
completely. increased stopping distance which can . Do not place one floor mat on top of
cause a crash and injury. Make sure the another.
floor mat does not interfere with the
pedals.
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Button Retainer Cleaning Rubber Floor Mats (All-Weather
Mats and Floor Liners)
See “Vinyl/Rubber” under Interior Care 0 322
for important cleaning information.

Some vehicles have floor mats with a

button-type retainer.
Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat
1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to unlock
and remove.
2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the
floor mat opening over the carpet
retainer and snapping into position.
3. Make sure the floor mat is properly
secured. Verify the floor mat does not
interfere with the pedals.
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Service and Maintenance General Information Caution
Your vehicle is an important investment. Damage caused by improper maintenance
General Information This section describes the required can lead to costly repairs and may not be
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this covered by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance Schedule schedule to help protect against major Maintenance intervals, checks,
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 repair expenses resulting from neglect or inspections, recommended fluids, and
inadequate maintenance. It may also help to lubricants are important to keep the
Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI) maintain the value of the vehicle if it is vehicle in good working condition.
Multi-Point Vehicle sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to
Inspection (MPVI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 have all required maintenance performed. Do not have chemical flushes that are not
approved by GM performed on the
Special Application Services Your dealer has trained technicians who can
vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents,
Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 perform required maintenance using genuine
cleaners, or lubricants that are not
replacement parts. They have up-to-date
approved by GM could damage the
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and tools and equipment for fast and accurate
diagnostics. Many dealers have extended vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that
Parts
evening and Saturday hours, courtesy are not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . 332
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . 333 transportation, and online scheduling to
assist with service needs. The Tire Rotation and Required Services are
Maintenance Records the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Your dealer recognizes the importance of recommended to have your dealer perform
providing competitively priced maintenance these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
and repair services. With trained technicians, Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep
the dealer is the place for routine the vehicle in good working condition,
maintenance such as oil changes and tire improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle
rotations and additional maintenance items emissions.
like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades.
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Because of the way people use vehicles, Refer to the information in the Maintenance wheel alignment. See When It Is Time for
maintenance needs vary. There may need to Schedule Additional Required Services - New Tires 0 301 and Wheel Replacement
be more frequent checks and services. The Severe Service. 0 304.
Additional Required Services - Normal are for . Perform Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection.
vehicles that: { Warning See Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
. Carry passengers and cargo within Performing maintenance work can be 0 330.
recommended limits on the Tire and dangerous and can cause serious injury. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior
Loading Information label. See Vehicle Perform maintenance work only if the Care 0 318.
Load Limits 0 196.
required information, proper tools, and Additional Required Services – Normal
. Are driven on reasonable road surfaces equipment are available. If they are not,
within legal driving limits. Service
see your dealer to have a trained
. Use the recommended fuel. See technician do the work. See Doing Your Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi)
Recommended Fuel 0 244. Own Service Work 0 261. . Check engine oil level and oil
Refer to the information in the Maintenance life percentage. If needed, change engine
Schedule Additional Required Services - Maintenance Schedule oil and filter, and reset oil life system. Or
Normal Service. when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
Tire Rotation and Required Services message displays, have the engine oil and
The Additional Required Services - Severe are filter changed within the next 1 000 km
for vehicles that are: Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi)
(600 mi). If driven under the best
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot Tires are rotated to achieve a more uniform conditions, the engine oil life system may
weather. wear for all tires. The first rotation is the not indicate the need for vehicle service
. Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous most important. for up to a year. The engine oil and filter
terrain. Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate the must be changed at least once a year and
. Frequently towing a trailer. tires as soon as possible, check for proper the oil life system must be reset. Your
. Used for high speed or competitive tire inflation pressure, and check for trained dealer technician can perform this
damaged tires or wheels. If the unusual work. If the engine oil life system is reset
driving.
wear continues after the rotation, check the accidentally, service the vehicle within
. Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. 5 000 km (3,000 mi) since the last service.
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Reset the oil life system when the oil is Every 161 000 km (100,000 mi) ‐ Recovery vehicles such as tow trucks
changed. See Engine Oil Life System . Replace hood and/or body lift support gas and flatbed single vehicle carriers or
0 266. struts. Or every 10 years, whichever any vehicle that is consistently used in
. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 277. towing trailers or other loads.
message displays, the engine air filter Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi) ‐ High use commercial vehicles such as
should be replaced at the next engine oil courier delivery vehicles, private
. Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with
change. When the REPLACE ENGINE AIR security patrol vehicles, or any vehicles
FILTER SOON message displays, the AWD. Do not directly power wash the that operate on a 24–hour basis.
engine air filter should be replaced at the transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water can ‐ Any vehicle consistently operated in a
earliest convenience. Reset the engine air high sand or dust environment such as
filter life system after the engine air filter overcome the seals and contaminate the
transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid will those used on oil pipelines and similar
is replaced. See Engine Air Filter Life applications.
System 0 267. decrease the life of the transfer case and/
or axles and should be replaced. . Vehicles that are regularly used for short
Every 36 000 km (22,500 mi) . Drain and fill engine cooling system. Or trips of 6 km (4 mi) or less.
. Replace passenger compartment air filter. every six years, whichever comes first. The oil life indicator will show you when
Or every 24 months, whichever comes See Cooling System 0 268. to change the oil and filter. Under severe
first. More frequent passenger conditions the indicator may come on
compartment air filter replacement may Severe Conditions Requiring More before 12 000 km (7,500 mi).
be needed if driving in areas with heavy Frequent Maintenance*
* Footnote: Under extreme driving
traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels, . Public service, military, or commercial use conditions listed above, it may be
or environmental allergens. Passenger vehicles to include the following: necessary to replace your spark plugs at
compartment air filter replacement may
‐ Ambulances, police cars, and more frequent intervals. For further
also be needed if there is reduced airflow,
emergency rescue vehicles. assistance in determining the most
window fogging, or odors. Your GM
‐ Civilian vehicles such as light duty suitable service maintenance intervals for
dealer can help determine when to
pickup trucks, SUVs, and passenger cars your vehicle, please contact your
replace the filter.
that are used in military applications. authorized GM Dealer.
Every 156 000 km (97,500 mi)
. Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug
wires and/or boots.
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Extreme service is for vehicles mainly efficient operation of the air conditioning Exterior Lights
driven off-road in four-wheel drive or used system. This service can be complex. See . Visual inspection
in farming, mining, forestry, or snow your dealer.
plowing. Windshield and Wipers
Additional Required Services – Severe Multi-Point Vehicle . Visual inspection

Service Inspection (MPVI) Battery

Every 72 000 km (45,000 mi) . Battery visual inspection
A Multi Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
. Change automatic transmission fluid. completed by a GM dealer technician is a . Battery test results
maintenance assessment of your vehicle. . Battery cables and connections
Every 120 000 km (75,000 mi)
The benefit of the MPVI is to identify and
. Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with
inform the customer of service items that Systems, Fluids, and Visible Leak
AWD. Do not directly power wash the require immediate attention and those that Inspection
transfer case and/or front/rear axle may require attention in the future. . Engine oil
output seals. High pressure water can
The technician will perform the following . Transmission
overcome the seals and contaminate the
transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid will checks on your vehicle. For a complete list . Drive axle
decrease the life of the transfer case and/ of checks, inspections, and services, see your . Transfer case
or axles and should be replaced. dealer. . Engine cooling system
Owner Checks and Services Some items may not apply to your vehicle . Power steering, if equipped
and/or region. . Fuel system
Every Five Years
Diagnostics . Windshield washer fluid
. Replace brake fluid.
. OnStar active, if equipped Tire Inspection
Every Seven Years
. Service history/recall check . Tire pressure, tread depth, and wear
. Replace Air Conditioning Desiccant every
seven years. The air conditioning system Engine Oil and Filter . Rotation, if applicable
requires maintenance every seven years. . Engine oil . Alignment check, optional
This service requires replacement of the . Oil life monitor . Reset tire pressure monitor
desiccant to help the longevity and
‐ Reset oil life monitor
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. Check tire sealant expiration date, Lubricate
if equipped . Chassis components
. Check spare tire, if equipped

Brakes Special Application Services

. Check brake system . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only:
Lubricate chassis components every oil
Visible and Functional Inspections change.
. Seat belt components . Have underbody flushing service
. Exhaust system performed. See "Underbody Maintenance"
. Accelerator pedal in Exterior Care 0 318.
. Passenger compartment air filter,
if equipped
. Engine air filter
. Hoses
. Belts
. Shocks and struts
. Steering components
. Axle boots or driveshaft and u-joints
. Compartment lift struts, if equipped
. Floor mats secured, no interference with
pedals
. Horn
. Ignition lock, if equipped
. Starter switch
. Evaporative control system
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not listed here, can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling
System 0 268.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco
dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 264.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB
Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube. See your dealer.
Rear Axle See your dealer.
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23321606 A3212C
Engine Oil Filter 12707246 PF63
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF179C
Spark Plugs 12622561 41-109
Wiper Blades
84580856 —
IFront Driver – 60 cm (23.6 in)
84580859 —
IFront Passenger – 50 cm (19.7 in)
84177374 —
IRear – 27.5 cm (10.8 in)
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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed
in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification
There may be a large barcode on the
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification certification label on the center pillar that
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 335 Number (VIN) you can scan for the following information:
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Data . Model designation
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 336 . Paint information
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 . Production options
If there is not a large barcode on this label,
then you will find this same information
This legal identifier is in the front corner of on a label under the hatch area on the
the instrument panel, on the driver side of passenger side.
the vehicle. It can be seen through the
windshield from outside. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) also appears on
the Vehicle Certification label and certificates
of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is the
engine code. This code identifies the
vehicle's engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See “Engine
Specifications” under Capacities and
Specifications 0 336 for the vehicle's
engine code.
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 332 for more
information.
Capacities
Application Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge
amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your
dealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System*
14.6 L 15.4 qt
IWithout V92 Towing Package
14.7 L 15.5 qt
IWith V92 Towing Package
Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Fuel Tank
73.4 L 19.4 gal
IFront-Wheel Drive
82.1 L 21.7 gal
IAll-Wheel Drive
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Capacities
Application Metric English
Rear Axle (AWD) 0.75 L 0.79 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 cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.

Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.6L V6 Engine (LFY) W Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug.
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Engine Drive Belt Routing
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Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . 348
Customer Information
Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . 339 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important
Customer Assistance Offices . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 to your dealer and to Buick. Normally, any
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone concerns with the sales transaction or the
(TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 operation of the vehicle will be resolved by
Online Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 your dealer's sales or service departments.
GM Mobility Reimbursement Sometimes, however, despite the best
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 intentions of all concerned,
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . 342 misunderstandings can occur. If your concern
Scheduling Service Appointments . . . . . . 343 has not been resolved to your satisfaction,
Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . 344 the following steps should be taken:
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . 346 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern with a
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . 347 member of dealership management.
Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved
Reporting Safety Defects at that level. If the matter has already been
Reporting Safety Defects to the United reviewed with the sales, service, or parts
States Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 manager, contact the owner of your
Reporting Safety Defects to the dealership or the general manager.
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 STEP TWO : If after contacting a member
Reporting Safety Defects to General of dealership management, it appears your
Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 concern cannot be resolved by your
dealership without further help, in the U.S.,
call 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact
General Motors of Canada Customer Care
Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or
1-800-263-7854 (French).
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We encourage you to call the toll-free disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the STEP THREE — Canadian Owners : In the
number in order to give the inquiry prompt interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited event that you do not feel your concerns
attention. Have the following information Warranty. Although you may be required to have been addressed after following the
available to give the Customer Assistance resort to this informal dispute resolution procedure outlined in Steps One and Two,
representative: program prior to filing a court action, use of General Motors of Canada Company wants
. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is the program is free of charge and your case you to be aware of its participation in a
available from the vehicle registration or will generally be heard within 40 days. no-charge Mediation/Arbitration program.
title, or the plate at the top left of the If you do not agree with the decision given General Motors of Canada Company has
instrument panel and visible through the in your case, you may reject it and proceed committed to binding arbitration of owner
windshield. with any other venue for relief available disputes involving factory-related vehicle
. Dealership name and location. to you. service claims. The program provides for the
You may contact the BBB AUTO LINE review of the facts involved by an impartial
. Vehicle delivery date and present mileage.
Program using the toll-free telephone third party arbiter, and may include an
When contacting Buick, remember that your number or write them at the following informal hearing before the arbiter. The
concern will likely be resolved at a dealer's address: program is designed so that the entire
facility. That is why we suggest following dispute settlement process, from the time
Step One first. BBB AUTO LINE a Division of you file your complaint to the final decision,
BBB National Programs, Inc. should be completed in about 70 days. We
STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Both General 1676 International Drive believe our impartial program offers
Motors and your dealer are committed to Suite 550 advantages over courts in most jurisdictions
making sure you are completely satisfied McLean, VA 22102 because it is informal, quick, and free of
with the new vehicle. However, if you
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 charge.
continue to remain unsatisfied after
following the procedure outlined in www.bbbautoline.org For further information concerning eligibility
Steps One and Two, you can file with the This program is available in all 50 states and in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration
Better Business Bureau (BBB) AUTO LINE ® the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685,
Program to enforce your rights. by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. or call the General Motors Customer Care
General Motors reserves the right to change Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English),
The BBB AUTO LINE Program is an
eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to:
out-of-court program administered by BBB
National Programs, Inc. to settle automotive participation in this program.
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Mediation/Arbitration Program Canada Online Account
c/o Customer Care Centre
Customer Care Centre Create a Buick Account (U.S.) at
General Motors of Canada Company
General Motors of Canada Company
500 Wentworth Street W buick.com
500 Wentworth Street W
Oshawa, ON L1J 0C5
Oshawa, ON L1J 0C5 Learn more about your vehicle features,
The inquiry should be accompanied by the shop for and manage your connected
1-800-263-3777 (English)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). services and OnStar plans, and access
1-800-263-7854 (French)
1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices diagnostic information specific to your
Customer Assistance Offices vehicle.
(TTYs))
Buick is committed to assisting customers. Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Membership Benefits
Visit us online at www.buick.com/support
(U.S.) or www.my.buick.ca (Canada) to chat All Overseas Locations E : Download owner’s manuals and view
with us or find answers to commonly asked vehicle-specific how-to videos.
Please contact the local General Motors
questions, tips, vehicle how-to instructions, Business Unit. G : View maintenance schedules, alerts, and
and available support services. Vehicle Diagnostic Information. Schedule
Need more help? Use the phone numbers or Customer Assistance for Text service appointments.
mailing addresses below for additional Telephone (TTY) Users I : View service records from your
assistance.
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of dealership and add your own.
United States and Puerto Rico hearing, or speech-impaired and/or who use
Text Telephones (TTYs), Buick is able to D : Select a dealer and view locations,
Buick Customer Assistance Center assist. Please dial the national 711 relay maps, phone numbers, and hours.
P.O. Box 33136 service and contact 1-800-833-2438. TTY users
Detroit, MI 48232-5136 r : Track your vehicle’s warranty
in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. information.
1-800-521-7300
TTY: Dial 711 relay service and contact J : View active recalls by Vehicle
1-800-833-2438 Identification Number (VIN). See Vehicle
Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112 Identification Number (VIN) 0 335.
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H : Manage your profile and payment To learn about the GM Mobility program, . Model, year, color, and license plate
information. View your GM Rewards Card see www.gmmobility.com or call the GM number of the vehicle
earnings and My Buick Rewards points. Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. . Odometer reading and Vehicle
Text Telephone (TTY) users, please dial the Identification Number (VIN)
F : Chat with online help representatives. national 711 relay service and contact . Description of the problem
Visit buick.com and create an account today. 1-800-323-9935.
General Motors of Canada also has a Coverage
Buick Owner Centre (Canada) mybuick.ca
Mobility program. See www.gm.ca, or call Services are provided for the duration of the
Visit the Buick Owner Centre at mybuick.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE (800-463-7483) for details. vehicle’s powertrain warranty.
(English) or my.buick.ca (French) to access TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is
similar benefits to the U.S. site.
Roadside Assistance Program covered. In Canada, a person driving the
GM Mobility Reimbursement vehicle without permission from the owner
For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call is not covered.
Program 1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone (TTY):
Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New
1-888-889-2438).
Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, call North America and Buick reserve the right to
1-800-268-6800. make any changes or discontinue the
Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days Roadside Assistance program at any time
a year. without notification.
General Motors North America and Buick
Calling for Assistance reserve the right to limit services or
This program is available to qualified
applicants for cost reimbursement, up to When calling Roadside Assistance, have the payment to an owner or driver if they
certain limits, of eligible aftermarket following information ready: decide the claims are made too often, or the
adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, . Your name, home address, and home same type of claim is made many times.
such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ telephone number
scooter lift for the vehicle. Services Provided
. Telephone number of your location
. Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of
. Location of the vehicle enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the
nearest service station.
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. Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the Services Not Included in Roadside received, the Roadside Assistance advisor
vehicle if you are locked out. A remote Assistance will help you make arrangements and
unlock may be available if you have . Impound towing caused by violation of explain how to receive payment.
OnStar. For security reasons, the driver . Alternative Service: If assistance cannot
any laws.
must present identification before this be provided right away, the Roadside
service is given. . Legal fines.
Assistance advisor may give permission to
. Emergency Tow from a Public Road or . Mounting, dismounting, or changing of
get local emergency road service. You will
Highway: Tow to the nearest Buick dealer snow tires, chains, or other traction receive payment, up to $100, after
for warranty service, or if the vehicle was devices. sending the original receipt to Roadside
in a crash and cannot be driven. Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an Assistance. Mechanical failures may be
Assistance is not given when the vehicle area that is not accessible to the service covered, however any cost for parts and
is stuck in sand, mud, or snow. vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or labor for repairs not covered by the
. Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat maintained public road, which includes ice warranty are the owner responsibility.
tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, and winter roads. Off-road use is not
if equipped, must be in good condition covered. Scheduling Service Appointments
and properly inflated. It is the owner's When the vehicle requires warranty service,
responsibility for the repair or Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased
contact your dealer and request an
replacement of the tire if it is not covered Vehicles
appointment. By scheduling a service
by the warranty. . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement is up to 7 appointment and advising the service
. Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start liters. Propane and other fuels are not consultant of your transportation needs,
a dead battery. provided through this service. your dealer can help minimize your
. Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is inconvenience.
If your trip is interrupted due to a required.
If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the
warranty event, incidental expenses may . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: service department immediately, keep
be reimbursed within the Powertrain Must be over 150 km from where your driving it until it can be scheduled for
warranty period. Items considered are trip was started to qualify. service, unless, of course, the problem is
reasonable and customary hotel, meals, Pre-authorization, original detailed safety related. If it is, please call your
rental car, or a vehicle being delivered receipts, and a copy of the repair orders dealership, let them know this, and ask for
back to the customer, up to 500 miles. are required. Once authorization has been instructions.
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If your dealer requests you to bring the Shuttle Service such as fuel, rental vehicle insurance, taxes,
vehicle for service, you are urged to do so This includes one-way or round-trip shuttle levies, usage fees, excessive mileage,
as early in the work day as possible to service within reasonable time and distance or rental usage beyond the completion of
allow for same-day repair. parameters of your dealer's area. the repair are also your responsibility.

Courtesy Transportation Program Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement It may not be possible to provide a like
vehicle as a courtesy rental.
To enhance your ownership experience, we If overnight warranty repairs are needed,
and our participating dealers are proud to and public transportation is used, the Additional Program Information
offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer expense must be supported by original All program options, such as shuttle service,
support program for vehicles with the receipts and within the maximum amount may not be available at every dealer.
Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage allowed by GM. If U.S. customers arrange Contact your dealer for specific availability.
period in Canada), Federal Emission, their own transportation, limited
Extended Powertrain or Electric specific reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses General Motors reserves the right to
warranties in both the U.S. and Canada. may be available. Claim amounts should unilaterally modify, change, or discontinue
reflect actual costs and be supported by Courtesy Transportation at any time and to
Several Courtesy Transportation options are resolve all questions of claim eligibility
original receipts. See your dealer for
available to assist in reducing inconvenience pursuant to the terms and conditions
information.
when warranty repairs are required. described herein at its sole discretion.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate For an overnight warranty repair, the dealer Collision Damage Repair
manual entitled “Limited Warranty and may provide an available courtesy rental If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it
Owner Assistance Information” produced for vehicle or provide for reimbursement of a is damaged, have the damage repaired by a
new vehicles provides detailed warranty rental vehicle. Reimbursement is limited and qualified technician using the proper
coverage information. must be supported by original receipts as equipment and quality replacement parts.
well as a signed and completed rental Poorly performed collision repairs diminish
Transportation Options agreement and meet state/provincial, local, the vehicle resale value, and safety
Warranty service can generally be and rental vehicle provider requirements. performance can be compromised in
completed while you wait. However, if you Requirements vary and may include subsequent collisions.
are unable to do so, your dealer may offer minimum age requirements, insurance
the following transportation options: coverage, credit card, etc. Additional fees
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Collision Parts poorly, exhibit premature durability/ collision parts. When purchasing insurance,
corrosion problems, and may not perform we recommend that you ensure that the
Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts
properly in subsequent collisions. vehicle will be repaired with GM original
made with the same materials and
Aftermarket parts are not covered by the equipment collision parts. If such insurance
construction methods as the parts with
GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any coverage is not available from your current
which the vehicle was originally built.
vehicle failure related to such parts is not insurance carrier, consider switching to
Genuine GM Collision parts are the best
covered by that warranty. another insurance carrier.
choice to ensure that the vehicle's designed
appearance, durability, and safety are Repair Facility If the vehicle is leased, the leasing company
preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can may require you to have insurance that
help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited GM also recommends that you choose a ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original
Warranty. collision repair facility that meets your Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
needs before you ever need collision repairs. Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts.
Recycled original equipment parts may also Your dealer may have a collision repair Read the lease carefully, as you may be
be used for repair. These parts are typically center with GM-trained technicians and charged at the end of the lease for poor
removed from vehicles that were total losses state-of-the-art equipment, or be able to quality repairs.
in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts recommend a collision repair center that has
being recycled are from undamaged sections GM-trained technicians and comparable If a Crash Occurs
of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment equipment.
GM part may be an acceptable choice to If there has been an injury, call emergency
maintain the vehicle's originally designed Insuring the Vehicle services for help. Do not leave the scene of
appearance and safety performance; a crash until all matters have been taken
Protect your investment in the GM vehicle care of. Move the vehicle only if its position
however, the history of these parts is not with comprehensive and collision insurance
known. Such parts are not covered by the puts you in danger, or you are instructed to
coverage. There are significant differences in move it by a police officer.
GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any the quality of coverage afforded by various
related failures are not covered by that insurance policy terms. Many insurance Give only the necessary information to
warranty. policies provide reduced protection to the police and other parties involved in the
Aftermarket collision parts are also available. GM vehicle by limiting compensation for crash.
These are made by companies other than damage repairs through the use of For emergency towing see Roadside
GM and may not have been tested for the aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance Assistance Program 0 342.
vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit companies will not specify aftermarket
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Gather the following information: Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM Publication Ordering Information
. Driver name, address, and telephone parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be
number covered by the GM vehicle warranty. Service Manuals
. Driver license number Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but Service manuals have the diagnosis and
. Owner name, address, and telephone you must live with the repair. Depending on repair information on the engine/propulsion,
number your policy limits, your insurance company transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
. Vehicle license plate number may initially value the repair using electrical system, steering system, body, etc.
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with the
. Vehicle make, model, and model year Customer Literature
repair professional, and insist on Genuine
. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is Owner’s manuals are written specifically for
. Insurance company and policy number leased, you may be obligated to have the owners and are intended to provide basic
. General description of the damage to the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, operational information about the vehicle.
other vehicle even if your insurance coverage does not The owner’s manual includes the
pay the full cost. Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Choose a reputable repair facility that uses
quality replacement parts. See “Collision If another party's insurance company is Customer literature publications available for
Parts” earlier in this section. paying for the repairs, you are not obligated purchase include owner’s manuals, warranty
to accept a repair valuation based on that manuals, and portfolios. Portfolios include an
If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You insurance company's collision policy repair owner’s manual, warranty manual,
See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 59. limits, as you have no contractual limits if applicable, and zip lock bag or pouch.
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair with that company. In such cases, you can
have control of the repair and parts choices Current and Past Models
Process
as long as the cost stays within reasonable Service manuals and customer literature are
In the event that the vehicle requires limits. available for many GM vehicles.
damage repairs, GM recommends that you
take an active role in its repair. If you have To check availability and to order, call
a pre-determined repair facility of choice, 1-800-551-4123 Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–
take the vehicle there, or have it towed 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time
there. Specify to the facility that any
required replacement collision parts be
original equipment parts, either new
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For credit card orders only (VISA, Changes or modifications to any of these To contact NHTSA, you may call the
MasterCard, or Discover), see Helm, Inc. at: systems by other than an authorized service Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
www.helminc.com. facility could void authorization to use this 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
To order by mail, write to: equipment. to https://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Helm, Incorporated Administrator, NHTSA
Attention: Customer Service
Reporting Safety Defects
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
47911 Halyard Drive Reporting Safety Defects to the Washington, D.C. 20590
Plymouth, MI 48170
United States Government You can also obtain other information
Make checks payable in U.S. funds.
If you believe that your vehicle has a about motor vehicle safety from
Radio Frequency Statement https://www.safercar.gov.
defect which could cause a crash or
This vehicle uses license-exempt transmitters could cause injury or death, you should Reporting Safety Defects to the
/ receivers / systems that operate on a immediately inform the National Canadian Government
radio frequency that complies with Part 15/ Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Part 18 of the Federal Communications (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General If you live in Canada, and you believe
Commission (FCC) rules and with Innovation, Motors. that the vehicle has a safety defect,
Science and Economic Development (ISED) notify Transport Canada immediately,
Canada's license-exempt RSS(s) / RSP-100 / If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it and notify General Motors of Canada
ICES-GEN. may open an investigation, and if it Company. Call Transport Canada at
Operation is subject to the following two finds that a safety defect exists in a 1-800-333-0510; go to:
conditions: group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English)
1. The device may not cause harmful
interference. cannot become involved in individual www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French)
problems between you, your dealer,
2. The device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may or General Motors.
cause undesired operation of the device.
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or write to: In other Central America and Caribbean information to provide, evaluate, improve,
Countries, call 52-555-901-2369. and troubleshoot our products and services
Transport Canada and to develop new products and services.
Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate
Defect Investigations and Recalls Vehicle Data Recording and The protection of vehicle electronics systems
and customer data from unauthorized
Division Privacy outside electronic access or control is
80 Noel Street The vehicle has a number of computers that important to GM. GM maintains appropriate
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 record information about the vehicle’s security standards, practices, guidelines and
performance and how it is driven or used. controls aimed at defending the vehicle and
Reporting Safety Defects to For example, the vehicle uses computer the vehicle service ecosystem against
General Motors modules to monitor and control engine and unauthorized electronic access, detecting
transmission performance, to monitor the possible malicious activity in related
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport networks, and responding to suspected
Canada) in a situation like this, notify conditions for airbag deployment and
deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to cybersecurity incidents in a timely,
General Motors. coordinated and effective manner. Security
provide antilock braking to help the driver
In the U.S., call 1-800-521-7300, or write: control the vehicle. These modules may incidents could impact your safety or
store data to help the dealer technician compromise your private data. To minimize
Buick Customer Assistance Center security risks, please do not connect your
P.O. Box 33136 service the vehicle or to help GM improve
safety or features. Some modules may also vehicle electronic systems to unauthorized
Detroit, MI 48232–5136 devices or connect your vehicle to any
store data about how the vehicle is
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or operated, such as rate of fuel consumption unknown or untrusted networks (such as
1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: or average speed. These modules may retain Bluetooth, WIFI or similar technology). In
personal preferences, such as radio presets, the event you suspect any security incident
General Motors of Canada Company
seat positions, and temperature settings. impacting your data or the safe operation of
Customer Care Centre
your vehicle, please stop operating your
500 Wentworth Street W
Cybersecurity vehicle and contact your dealer.
Oshawa, ON L1J 0C5
In Mexico, call 800-200-2842 or GM collects information about the use of
800-466-0818. your vehicle including operational and safety
related information. We collect this
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Event Data Recorders driving conditions and no personal data OnStar
(e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location)
This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data are recorded. However, other parties, such If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR as law enforcement, could combine the EDR has an active service plan, additional data
is to record, in certain crash or near data with the type of personally identifying may be collected and transmitted through
crash-like situations, such as an air bag data routinely acquired during a crash the OnStar system. This includes information
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data investigation. about the vehicle’s operation; collisions
that will assist in understanding how a involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is To read data recorded by an EDR, special and its features, including infotainment; and
designed to record data related to vehicle equipment is required, and access to the the location and approximate GPS speed of
dynamics and safety systems for a short vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle. Refer to the OnStar Terms and
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such Conditions and Privacy Statement on the
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record as law enforcement, that have the special OnStar website.
such data as: equipment, can read the information if they
have access to the vehicle or the EDR. See OnStar Additional Information 0 352.
. How various systems in your vehicle were
operating; GM will not access these data or share it Infotainment System
. Whether or not the driver and passenger with others except: with the consent of the
vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation
safety belts were buckled/fastened; system as part of the infotainment system,
. How far (if at all) the driver was
with the consent of the lessee; in response
to an official request by police or similar use of the system may result in the storage
depressing the accelerator and/or brake of destinations, addresses, telephone
government office; as part of GM's defense
pedal; and, numbers, and other trip information. See the
of litigation through the discovery process;
. How fast the vehicle was traveling. or, as permitted by law. Data that GM infotainment section for information on
collects or receives may also be used for GM stored data and for deletion instructions.
These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in which research needs or may be made available to
crashes and injuries occur. others for research purposes, where a need
is shown and the data is not tied to a
Note specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only
if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no
data are recorded by the EDR under normal
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OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to
the OnStar buttons. If the status light is:
. Solid Green: System is ready.
OnStar Overview
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 . Flashing Green: On a call.
. Red: Indicates a problem.
OnStar Services . Off: System is off. Press Q twice to
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 speak with an OnStar Advisor.

= Voice Command Button Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR

OnStar Additional Information
(1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor.
OnStar Additional Information . . . . . . . . . 352
Q Blue OnStar Button Functionality of the Voice Command button
> Red Emergency Button may vary by vehicle and region.
This vehicle may be equipped with a Press = to:
comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can . Open the OnStar app on the infotainment
connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, display. If equipped, the infotainment
Security, Navigation, Connections, and system has OnStar controls in the
Diagnostics Services. OnStar services may embedded OnStar app on the Home Page.
require a paid service plan and data plan. Most OnStar functions that can be
OnStar requires the vehicle battery and performed with the buttons can be done
electrical system, cellular service, and GPS using the app. To open the app, touch
satellite signals to be available and the OnStar icon on the Home Page. App
operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing updates require a corresponding service
emergency service providers. OnStar may plan. Features vary by region and model.
collect information about you and your Features are subject to change. For more
vehicle, including location information. See information, see my.buick.com/learn or
OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and press Q.
Software Terms for more details including
system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.)
or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
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Or OnStar Services Security
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice
If equipped, OnStar provides these services:
commands. Emergency . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, OnStar
. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi hotspot
Emergency Services require an active safety Advisors can use GPS to pinpoint the
name or SSID and password, if equipped. and security plan. With Automatic Crash vehicle and help authorities quickly
Press Q to connect to an Advisor to: Response, built-in sensors can automatically recover it.
. Verify account information or update alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor who . With Remote Ignition Block, if equipped,
contact information. is immediately connected in to the vehicle OnStar can block the vehicle from being
to help. restarted.
. Get driving directions.
. Receive a Diagnostic check of the vehicle's Press > for a priority connection to an . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown,
key operating systems. OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency if equipped, OnStar can work with law
. Receive Roadside Assistance. service providers, direct them to your exact enforcement to gradually slow the
location, and relay important information. vehicle down.
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially trained Theft Alarm Notification
Press > to get a priority connection to an Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days
OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to: a week, to provide a central point of If equipped, if the doors are locked and the
. Get help for an emergency. contact, assistance, and information during a vehicle alarm sounds, a notification by text,
crisis. e-mail, or phone call will be sent. If the
. Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an
vehicle is stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
AMBER Alert. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can with authorities to recover the vehicle.
. Get assistance in severe weather or other locate a nearby service provider to help with
crisis situations and find evacuation a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty
routes. gas tank.
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OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works services may not work if the OnStar
equipment is not properly installed or it has
Information Automatic Crash Response, Emergency
not been properly maintained. If equipment
Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle
or software is added, connected,
In-Vehicle Audio Messages Assistance, Remote Services, and Roadside
or modified, OnStar or connected services
Assistance are available on most vehicles.
Audio messages may play important may not work. Other problems beyond the
Not all OnStar services are available
information at the following times: control of OnStar — such as hills, tall
everywhere or on all vehicles. For more
buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system
. Prior to vehicle purchase. Press Q to set information, a full description of OnStar
design and architecture of the vehicle,
up an account. services, system limitations, and OnStar User
damage to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless
. After change in ownership and at Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software
phone network congestion or jamming —
90 days. Terms:
may prevent service.
. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
Transferring Service . See www.onstar.com (U.S.).
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 347.
Press Q to request account transfer . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). Services for People with Disabilities
eligibility information. The Advisor can . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Advisors provide services to help with
cancel or change account information. . Press Q to speak with an Advisor. physical disabilities and medical conditions.
Selling/Transferring the Vehicle OnStar or connected services cannot work Press Q to help:
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar . Locate a gas station with an attendant to
immediately to terminate your OnStar or has an agreement with a wireless service pump gas.
connected services if the vehicle is disposed provider for service in that area. The . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., that meets
of, sold, transferred, or if the lease ends. wireless service provider must also have
accessibility needs.
coverage, network capacity, reception, and
Reactivation for Subsequent Owners technology compatible with OnStar or . Provide directions to the closest hospital
connected services. Service involving location or pharmacy in urgent situations.
Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to
information about the vehicle cannot work
an Advisor as soon as possible. The Advisor
unless GPS signals are available,
will update vehicle records and explain
unobstructed, and compatible with the
OnStar or connected service options.
OnStar hardware. OnStar or connected
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TTY Users Languages operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar
could have difficulty identifying the exact
OnStar has the ability to communicate to The vehicle can be programmed to respond
location.
deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired in multiple languages. Press Q and ask for . In emergency situations, OnStar can use
customers while in the vehicle. The available an Advisor. Advisors are available in English,
TTY system can provide in-vehicle access to the last stored GPS location to send to
Spanish, and French. Available languages
all OnStar services, except Virtual Advisor emergency responders.
may vary by country.
and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation. A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of
Potential Issues the ability to send a Turn-by-Turn
If equipped, TTY mode can be turned on or
off by touching Settings, then Apps, and OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock Navigation route. The Advisor may give a
then Phone. When TTY mode is on, phone or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle verbal route or may ask for a call back after
calls can be made or received with OnStar has been off continuously for an extended the vehicle is driven into an open area.
using the infotainment display. period of time without an ignition cycle. To Cellular and GPS Antennas
find out the duration of time that applies
OnStar Personal Identification for the vehicle, contact an OnStar Advisor by Cellular reception is required for OnStar to
Number (PIN) pressing Q or calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. If the send remote signals to the vehicle. Do not
A PIN is needed to access some OnStar vehicle has not been started for an extended place items over or near the antenna to
services. The PIN will need to be changed period of time, OnStar can contact Roadside prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal
the first time when speaking with an Assistance or a locksmith to help gain access reception.
Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, contact to the vehicle. Unable to Connect to OnStar Message
an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling Global Positioning System (GPS) If there is limited cellular coverage or the
1-888-4ONSTAR.
. Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a cellular network has reached maximum
Warranty large city with tall buildings; in parking capacity, this message may come on. Press
OnStar equipment may be warranted as part
garages; around airports; in tunnels and Q to try the call again or try again after
underpasses; or in an area with very driving a few miles into another
of the vehicle warranty. dense trees. If GPS signals are not cellular area.
available, the OnStar system should still
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Vehicle and Power Issues These updates or changes may also collect OnStar - Software Acknowledgements
personal information. Such collection is
OnStar services require a vehicle electrical To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL,
described in the OnStar privacy statement or
system, wireless service, and GPS satellite MPL, and other open source licenses, that is
separately disclosed at the time of
technologies to be available and operating contained in this product, please visit
installation. These updates or changes may
for features to function properly. These https://opensource.lge.com. In addition to
also cause a system to automatically
systems may not operate if the battery is the source code, all referred license terms,
communicate with GM servers to collect
discharged or disconnected. warranty disclaimers, and copyright notices
information about vehicle system status,
are available for download. This offer is valid
Add-on Electrical Equipment identify whether updates or changes are
for a period of three years after our last
available, or deliver updates or changes. An
The OnStar system is integrated into the shipment of this product. This offer is valid
active OnStar agreement constitutes consent
electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not to anyone in receipt of this information.
to these software updates or changes and
add any electrical equipment. See Add-On agreement that either OnStar or GM may *Provided through LG Electronics Inc., who is
Electrical Equipment 0 258. Added electrical remotely deliver them to the vehicle. solely responsible for provisions of related
equipment may interfere with the operation OSS compliance.
of the OnStar system and cause it to not Privacy
operate.
The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may
Vehicle Software Updates be found at www.onstar.com (U.S.),
or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We recommend
OnStar or GM may remotely deliver that you review it. If you have any
software updates or changes to the vehicle questions, call 1-888-4ONSTAR
without further notice or consent. These
(1-888-466-7827) or press Q to speak with
updates or changes may enhance or
maintain safety, security, or the operation an Advisor. Users of wireless
of the vehicle or the vehicle systems. communications are cautioned that the
Software updates or changes may affect or privacy of any information sent via wireless
erase data or settings that are stored in the cellular communications cannot be assured.
vehicle, such as saved navigation Third parties may unlawfully intercept or
destinations or pre-set radio stations. access transmissions and private
Neither OnStar nor GM is responsible for communications without consent.
any affected or erased data or settings.
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Connected Services Connected Services Using Voice Commands During a
Planned Route
Connected Services Navigation Functionality of the Voice Command button,
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Navigation requires a specific OnStar or if equipped, may vary by vehicle and region.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 connected service plan. For some vehicles, press = to open the
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 OnStar app on the infotainment display.
Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn directions
or have them sent to the vehicle’s Send Destination to Vehicle
navigation screen, if equipped. Select Directions can be sent to the vehicle’s
Turn-by-Turn Directions from the Services navigation screen, if equipped.
tab of the OnStar app to call an Advisor or
select a recent or favorite destination. Touch Press Q, then ask the Advisor to download
the navigation icons to select home, address, directions to the vehicle’s navigation system,
or place. A destination transfer from OnStar if equipped. After the call ends, the
will show the detail view of the destination navigation screen will provide prompts to
when it is transferred from OnStar to the begin driving directions. Routes that are
Navigation application. See www.onstar.com sent to the navigation screen can only be
for a coverage map. Services vary by model. canceled through the navigation system.
Map coverage is available in the United See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca
States and Canada. (Canada).
Turn-by-Turn Navigation Connections
1. Press Q to connect to an Advisor.
The following services help with staying
2. Request directions to be downloaded to connected.
the vehicle.
For coverage maps, see www.onstar.com
3. Follow the voice-guided commands. (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
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Ensuring Security Internet connection, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE), and . Activate the horn and lamps.
. Change the default passwords for the signal quality (poor, good, excellent). The . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil life,
Wi-Fi hotspot and myBuick mobile LTE icon shows connection to Wi-Fi. It is or tire pressure, if factory-equipped with
application. Make these passwords possible that the icon may not illuminate the Tire Pressure Monitor System.
different from each other and use a even though the vehicle has an active . Send destinations to the vehicle.
combination of letters and numbers to connection. . Locate the vehicle on a map (U.S.
increase the security. 3. To change the SSID or password, press market only).
. Change the default name of the SSID Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot on/off,
(Service Set Identifier). This is your with an Advisor. On some vehicles, the manage settings, and monitor data
network’s name that is visible to other SSID and password can be changed in consumption, if equipped.
wireless devices. Choose a unique name the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. . Locate a dealer and schedule service.
and avoid family names or vehicle
After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Wi-Fi . Request roadside assistance.
descriptions.
hotspot will connect automatically to your . Set a parking reminder with pin drop,
Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) mobile devices. Manage data usage by take a photo, make a note, and set a
The vehicle may have a built-in Wi-Fi turning Wi-Fi on or off on your mobile timer.
hotspot that provides access to the Internet device, by using the myBuick mobile app,
. Connect with Buick on social media.
and web content at 4G LTE speed. Up to or by contacting an OnStar Advisor. On
seven mobile devices can be connected. some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be managed Features are subject to change. For myBuick
A data plan is required. Use the in-vehicle from the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. mobile app information and compatibility,
controls only when it is safe to do so. MyBuick Mobile App (If Available) see my.buick.com.
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot information, Download the myBuick mobile app to An active OnStar or connected service plan
press = to open the OnStar app on the compatible Apple and Android smartphones. may be required. A compatible device,
infotainment display, then select Wi-Fi Buick users can access the following services factory-installed remote start, and power
Hotspot. On some vehicles, touch Wi-Fi from a smartphone: locks are required. Data rates apply. See
or Wi-Fi Settings on the screen. www.onstar.com for details and system
. Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
limitations.
2. The Wi-Fi settings will display the Wi-Fi if factory-equipped.
hotspot name (SSID), password, and on . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped with
some vehicles, the connection type (no automatic locks.
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Remote Services
Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the
doors or sound the horn and flash the
lamps.
Marketplace
OnStar Advisors can provide offers from
restaurants and retailers on your route,
help locate hotels, or book a room. These
services vary by market.

Diagnostics
By monitoring and reporting on the vehicle’s
key systems, OnStar Advanced Diagnostics,
if equipped, provides a way to keep up on
maintenance. Capabilities vary by model.
See www.onstar.com for details and system
limitations. Features are subject to change.
For updates on feature capabilities, see
my.buick.com. Message and data rates may
apply.
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Airbag System (cont'd)
Index A
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . 260 What Will You See after an Airbag
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Adaptive When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 58
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 218 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Forward Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Airbags
Headlight System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Adding Equipment to the Vehicle . . . . . . . 64
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Additional Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
OnStar Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Replacing System Parts after a
Adjustments Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . 63
Advanced Alarm
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Agreements Alert
Trademarks and License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Lane Change (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Air Rear Cross Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Rear Pedestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181, 185 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . 186 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210, 275
Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Antenna
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . 59 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 59 Appearance Care
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
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Appearance Care (cont'd) Automatic (cont'd) Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . . . 167 Automatic Transmission Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Assistance Systems Auxiliary Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
C
Automatic Emergency Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . .143
Calibration
Braking (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
B Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Battery California
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 133 Perchlorate Materials
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . 1, 313
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) . . . . . . . . . 238
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274, 313 Camera
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Bluetooth Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163, 164 Carbon Monoxide
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) . . . . . . . . . 234
Brake Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Rear Pedestrian Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Surround Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Cargo
Audio
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Automatic
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Center Console
Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Automatic Emergency (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Front Pedestrian (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . 238
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
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Charging Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Customer Information
System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Connected Services Publications Ordering Information . . . . . 346
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . 339
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
D
Child Restraints Connections
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Control
Dashboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Traction and Electronic Stability . . . . . . . 213
Data Collection
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 81 Controls
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . .157
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Coolant
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Cleaning Engine Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181, 185
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Climate Control Systems Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Diagnostics
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . . . . 344
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
Disabled Vehicle
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 100 Adaptive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Distracted
Collision Alert Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Forward (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Customer Assistance
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Door
Compartments Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
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Door (cont'd) Dual Engine (cont'd)
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . 181 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
E
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Electric
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Oil Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Drive Systems Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210, 275 Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Electrical
Driver Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Assistance Systems, Advanced . . . . . . . . . 227 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 117 Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Electrical System
Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 281
Mode Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Driving Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 286
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off
Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Exterior
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . 247 Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Emergency
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Engine
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 F
Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Filter
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 107 Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
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Fluid Garage Door Opener (cont'd) Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Headlamps
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . 129
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Gauges Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Frequency Statement Engine Oil Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 128
Front Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Fuel Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Heated
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 247 Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 97 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 General Information Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Heater
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . 156 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181, 185
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 GM Mobility Reimbursement High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . 279
Fuses Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 281 Guidance High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Problems with the Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
H
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 286 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
G HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 49
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181, 185
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I K LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Lighting
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Remote Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Adaptive Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Indicator Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
L
Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Lamps
Indicators LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Warning Lights and Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Lights
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 66 Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Information Adaptive Headlight System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Infotainment Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 133
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Inspection Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Multi-Point Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Check Engine (Malfunction
Malfunction Indicator (Check
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 100 Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 134 Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Lane
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
J Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Electronic Stability Control
Jack Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
(ESC), Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 LATCH System
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Jump Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Gauges and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
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Lights (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule (cont'd) Mode
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Recommended Fluids and Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143
Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 109 Manual Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI) . . . . 330
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
N
Traction Control System Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
Navigation
(TCS)/Electronic Stability Control Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Massage
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Locks Media
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Messages O
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Off-Road
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Mirrors Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Automatic Dimming Rearview . . . . . . . . . . 28 Oil
Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
M Online Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .341
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Maintenance
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
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OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Phone R
OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . 167 Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Outlets Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163, 164 Radio
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Port AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271 USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Positioning Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Power Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
P
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Park
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229, 231
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Rear
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Parking
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Brake and P (Park) Mechanism
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Privacy Rearview Mirrors
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Parking or Backing
Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . . . .157 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Program Recognition
Passenger
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Recommended
Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Proposition 65 Warning Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . 332
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Proposition 65 Warning, California . . . . . . . .313 Records
Perchlorate Materials Requirements,
Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 346 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
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Reimbursement Program, GM Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Seats (cont'd)
Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . 206 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Remote Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
S
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Safety
Key Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 81
Safety Defects Reporting
Replacement Parts Security
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Replacing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
LATCH System Parts After a Crash . . . . . . 78 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . 55 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 260
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Reporting Safety Defects Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 49
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Maintenance, General Information . . . . . 327
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Restraints Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . 204 Services
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Seats
Roads Servicing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Heated and Ventilated, Front . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Roof Shifting
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . 130
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Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Tires (cont'd)
Spare Tire Surround If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294, 295
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 System Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Engine Air Filter Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Global Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 303
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 304
T
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . 301
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Storage Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .341
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Towing
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Storage Areas Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Struts Traction
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Control System (TCS)/Electronic
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Stability Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . 213
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
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368 Index
Trademarks and License Agreements . . . . . .174 V Warning (cont'd)
Trailer Vehicle Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 97
Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Wheels
Transmission Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . 344 Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Transporting Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
a Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
TTY Users Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Windshield
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Winter
U
Vehicle Care Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Wiper
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Updates
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Map Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 W
Using Warning
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
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