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Date = 03/19/14
2015 Malibu
2015
Malibu
Introduction iii
Litho in U.S.A.
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iv Introduction
Introduction v
O : Exterior Lamps
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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vi Introduction
2 NOTES
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In Brief 1-1
1-2 In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
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In Brief 1-3
1. Air Vents on page 8-8. 9. Exterior Lamp Controls on 17. Ignition Positions (Keyless
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and page 6-1. Access) on page 9-14 or
Lane-Change Signals on Fog Lamps on page 6-4 (If Ignition Positions (Key Access)
page 6-4. Equipped). on page 9-16.
Driver Information Center Instrument Panel Illumination 18. Heated Front Seats on
Buttons. See Driver Information Control on page 6-5. page 3-7 (If Equipped).
Center (DIC) on page 5-21. 10. Storage Compartment. See 19. Hazard Warning Flashers on
3. Instrument Cluster on page 5-8. Instrument Panel Storage on page 6-3.
Driver Information Center (DIC) page 4-1. 20. Shift Lever. See Automatic
on page 5-21. 11. Data Link Connector (Out of Transmission on page 9-25.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on View). See Malfunction 21. Parking Brake on page 9-28.
page 5-3. Indicator Lamp on page 5-13. 22. Power Outlets on page 5-5.
5. Storage Area (If Equipped). See 12. Hood Release. See Hood on 23. Traction Control/Electronic
Instrument Panel Storage on page 10-4. Stability Control on page 9-29.
page 4-1. 13. Cruise Control on page 9-31. Lane Departure Warning
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic Forward Collision Alert (FCA) (LDW) on page 9-42 (If
Headlamp System on page 6-3. System on page 9-34 (If Equipped).
7. Infotainment on page 7-1. Equipped). 24. Climate Control Systems on
8. CD Player on page 7-13. 14. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 8-1.
page 5-2. Dual Automatic Climate Control
15. Horn on page 5-3. System on page 8-4.
16. Steering Wheel Controls on
page 5-2.
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1-4 In Brief
In Brief 1-5
1-6 In Brief
In Brief 1-7
To adjust a power seat, if equipped: If equipped, press and hold the front
. Move the seat forward or or rear of the control to increase or
decrease lumbar support. To recline a manual seatback:
rearward by sliding the control
forward or rearward. See Lumbar Adjustment on 1. Lift the lever.
. Raise or lower the front part of page 3-4. 2. Move the seatback to the
the seat cushion by moving the desired position, and then
front of the control up or down. release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the entire control up 3. Push and pull on the seatback to
or down. make sure it is locked.
1-8 In Brief
In Brief 1-9
Heated Seats and then to the off setting. The Safety Belts
lights indicate three for the highest
setting and one for the lowest.
See Heated Front Seats on
page 3-7.
Head Restraint
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints
for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating
position, change the seatback
If available, the buttons are on the recline angle as little as necessary Refer to the following sections for
climate control panel. To operate, while keeping the seat and the head important information on how to use
the engine must be running. restraint height in the proper safety belts properly:
position.
Press M or L to heat the driver or Safety Belts on page 3-11.
.
passenger seat cushion and See Head Restraints on page 3-2 . How to Wear Safety Belts
seatback. Indicator lights on the and Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
Properly on page 3-12.
button show the current setting. . Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-13.
Press the button once for the
highest setting. With each press of
. Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) on
the button, the heated seat will
page 3-39.
change to the next lower setting,
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1-10 In Brief
Mirror Adjustment
Interior Mirror
United States Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for 1. Turn the selector switch to L
daytime use and pull it rearward for (Left) or R (Right) to choose the
nighttime use to avoid glare of the driver or passenger mirror.
Canada and Mexico headlamps from behind.
2. Move the control to adjust the
The passenger sensing system Automatic Dimming Rearview mirror.
turns off the front outboard Mirror
passenger frontal airbag and knee 3. Turn the selector switch to ( to
airbag under certain conditions. No If equipped, the mirror will deselect the mirror.
other airbag is affected by the automatically reduce the glare of the
passenger sensing system. See headlamps from behind. The
Passenger Sensing System on dimming feature comes on when the
page 3-24. vehicle is started.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror on page 2-20.
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In Brief 1-11
1-12 In Brief
In Brief 1-13
1-14 In Brief
Transmission
Driver Shift Control (DSC)
DSC allows you to change gears
similar to a manual transmission. To
use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever from
D (Drive) rearward to
M (Manual).
2. Press the + (plus) end of the
button on the top of the shift
Dual Automatic Climate Control System lever to upshift, or push the −
(minus) end of the button to
1. Driver and Passenger 7. Recirculation downshift.
Temperature Controls 8. Fan Control See Manual Mode on page 9-26.
2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/Eco 9. Rear Window Defogger
Air Conditioning
10. SYNC
3. Air Delivery Modes
See Climate Control Systems on
4. Defrost page 8-1 or Dual Automatic Climate
5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Control System on page 8-4 (If
6. Heated Seats (If Equipped) Equipped).
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In Brief 1-15
1-16 In Brief
In Brief 1-17
SET/−: Press the control down 3. MENU: Press to display the DIC Lane Departure
briefly to set the speed and activate menus. This button is also used
cruise control. If cruise control is to return to or exit the last
Warning (LDW)
already active, use to decrease screen displayed on the DIC. If equipped, LDW may help avoid
speed. See Driver Information Center (DIC) unintentional lane departures at
See Cruise Control on page 9-31. on page 5-21. speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or
greater. LDW uses a camera sensor
to detect the lane markings. The
Driver Information Forward Collision Alert
LDW light, @, is green if a lane
Center (DIC) (FCA) System marking is detected. If the vehicle
The DIC display is in the center of If equipped, FCA may help avoid or departs the lane, the light will
the instrument cluster. It shows the reduce the harm caused by change to amber and flash. In
status of many vehicle systems. The front-end crashes. FCA provides a addition, beeps will sound.
controls for the DIC are on the turn green indicator, V, when a vehicle See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
signal lever. is detected ahead. This indicator on page 9-42.
displays amber if you follow a
vehicle much too closely. When Rear Vision
approaching a vehicle ahead too
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
Camera (RVC)
alert on the windshield and rapidly If equipped, RVC displays a view of
beeps. the area behind the vehicle, on the
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) center stack display, when the
1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press System on page 9-34. vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
and hold to clear, the menu item See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on
displayed. page 9-39.
2. w / x : Use the band to scroll
through the items in each menu.
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1-18 In Brief
Parking Assist Open the protective cover to use the See Universal Remote System on
accessory power outlet. page 5-38.
If equipped, this system uses
sensors on the rear bumper to See Power Outlets on page 5-5.
assist with parking and avoiding
Sunroof
objects while in R (Reverse). Universal Remote System On vehicles with a sunroof, the
It operates at speeds less than switches used to operate it are on
8 km/h (5 mph). Rear Parking Assist the headliner above the rearview
(RPA) uses audible beeps to mirror. The ignition must be in ON/
provide distance and system RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in
information. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to
operate the sunroof. See Ignition
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's
Positions (Keyless Access) on
rear bumper clean to ensure proper
page 9-14 or Ignition Positions (Key
operation. If equipped, this system provides a Access) on page 9-16 and Retained
See Parking Assist on page 9-36. way to replace up to three remote Accessory Power (RAP) on
control transmitters used to activate page 9-21.
Power Outlets devices such as garage door
openers, security systems, and
The accessory power outlets can be home automation devices.
used to plug in electrical equipment,
Read the instructions completely
such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
before attempting to program the
There are two accessory power Universal Remote system. Because
outlets: one on the center stack of the steps involved, it may be
below the climate control and one helpful to have another person
under the armrest inside the center available to assist with programming
console storage. the Universal Remote system.
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In Brief 1-19
1-20 In Brief
. To turn off both traction control stop as soon as possible and inflate The oil life system should be reset
and StabiliTrak, press and hold the tires to the recommended to 100% only following an oil
the TCS/StabiliTrak button g on pressure shown on the Tire and change.
the center stack, until i and g Loading Information label. See
Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. Resetting the Oil Life System
illuminate in the instrument
cluster. The warning light will remain on until 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with
the tire pressure is corrected. the engine off.
. Press and release the TCS/
StabiliTrak button again to turn The low tire pressure warning light 2. Press the DIC MENU button on
on both systems. may come on in cool weather when the turn signal lever to enter the
the vehicle is first started, and then Vehicle Information Menu. Use
See Traction Control/Electronic turn off as the vehicle is driven. This the thumbwheel to scroll through
Stability Control on page 9-29. may be an early indicator that the the menu items until you reach
tire pressures are getting low and REMAINING OIL LIFE.
Tire Pressure Monitor the tires need to be inflated to the 3. Press the SET/CLR button to
This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure. reset the oil life at 100%.
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS does not replace normal 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
the correct tire pressures. See Engine Oil Life System on
page 10-10.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
on page 10-50.
In Brief 1-21
. Always follow posted speed
E85 or FlexFuel limits or drive more slowly when
See Roadside Assistance Program
on page 13-5.
Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can conditions require.
use either unleaded gasoline or
ethanol fuel containing up to 85%
. Keep vehicle tires properly OnStar®
inflated.
ethanol (E85). See E85 or FlexFuel This vehicle may be equipped with a
on page 9-45. For all other vehicles, . Combine several trips into a comprehensive, in-vehicle system
use only the unleaded gasoline single trip. that can connect to a live OnStar
described under Fuel on page 9-43. . Replace the vehicle's tires with Advisor for Emergency, Security,
the same TPC Spec number Navigation, Connection, and
Driving for Better Fuel molded into the tire's sidewall Diagnostic Services. OnStar
services may require a paid
Economy near the size.
subscription. See OnStar Overview
Driving habits can affect fuel
. Follow recommended scheduled on page 14-1.
mileage. Here are some driving tips maintenance.
to get the best fuel economy
possible. Roadside Assistance
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate Program
smoothly. U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
. Brake gradually and avoid TTY Users (U.S. Only):
abrupt stops. 1-888-889-2438
. Avoid idling the engine for long Canada: 1-800-268-6800
periods of time.
New Chevrolet owners are
. When road and weather automatically enrolled in the
conditions are appropriate, use Roadside Assistance Program.
cruise control.
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1-22 In Brief
2 NOTES
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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from If equipped with Keyless Access, Keyless Trunk Opening
Passenger Doors this feature will lock the vehicle
Press the touch pad on the trunk
When the doors are locked and the several seconds after all doors are
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) closed, if the vehicle is off and at
(CHMSL) to open the trunk if the
of the door handle, pressing the least one RKE transmitter has been
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
lock/unlock button on that door removed from the interior or none
of the trunk.
handle will unlock all doors. remain in the interior.
Temporary Disable Passive Programming Transmitters to
Pressing the lock/unlock button will the Vehicle
cause all doors to lock if any of the Locking Feature
following occur: Temporarily disable the passive Only RKE transmitters programmed
to the vehicle will work. If a
. The lock/unlock button was used locking by pressing and holding K
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
to unlock all doors. on the interior door switch with a replacement can be purchased and
. Any vehicle door has opened door open for at least four seconds, programmed through your dealer.
and all doors are now closed. or until three chimes are heard. The vehicle can be reprogrammed
Passive locking will then remain so that lost or stolen transmitters no
Passive Locking disabled until Q on the interior door longer work. Any remaining
If other electronic devices interfere is pressed, or until the vehicle is transmitters will need to be
with the RKE transmitter signal, the turned on. reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
vehicle may not detect the RKE To customize the doors to have up to eight transmitters
transmitter inside the vehicle. automatically lock when exiting the matched to it.
If passive locking is enabled, the vehicle, see Vehicle Personalization
doors may lock with the RKE on page 5-31.
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
not leave the RKE transmitter in an
unattended vehicle.
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2. Insert the vehicle key of the new 4. Press the ENGINE START/ 1. Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter into the key lock STOP button. When the transmitter into the key lock
cylinder on the outside of the transmitter is learned, the DIC cylinder on the outside of the
driver door and turn the key to will show that it is ready to driver door and turn the key to
the unlock position five times program the next transmitter. the unlock position five times
within 10 seconds. 5. Remove the transmitter from the within 10 seconds.
The Driver Information Center transmitter pocket and press K. The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays READY FOR (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN
REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5. To program additional PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC
When all additional transmitters displays PRESS ENGINE
are programmed, press and hold START BUTTON TO LEARN
the ENGINE START/STOP and then press the ENGINE
button for 12 seconds to exit START/STOP button.
programming mode.
The DIC displays will again
Programming without a show REMOTE LEARN
Recognized Transmitter (Keyless PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
Access Vehicles Only)
If there are no currently recognized
transmitters available, follow this
procedure to program up to eight
transmitters. This feature is not
3. Place the new transmitter into
available in Canada. This procedure
the transmitter pocket.
will take approximately 30 minutes
to complete. The vehicle must be off
and all of the transmitters to be
programmed must be with you.
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3. Repeat Step 2 two additional 5. Press the ENGINE START/ To start the vehicle:
times. After the third time, all STOP button. When the 1. Open the center console and
previously known transmitters transmitter is learned the DIC place the transmitter in the
will no longer work with the will show that it is ready to transmitter pocket with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters program the next transmitter. buttons facing the front of the
can be relearned during the next 6. Remove the transmitter from the vehicle.
steps.
transmitter pocket and press K. 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
The DIC display should now N (Neutral), press the brake
show READY FOR REMOTE To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. pedal and press the ENGINE
# 1. START/STOP button. See
When all additional transmitters Starting the Engine on
are programmed, press and hold page 9-18.
the for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode. Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery Battery Replacement
While trying to start the vehicle, Replace the battery if the DIC
if the transmitter battery is weak or if indicates that battery replacement is
there is interference with the signal, necessary. See Key and Lock
the DIC may display NO REMOTE Messages on page 5-27.
DETECTED or USE
TRANSMITTER POCKET TO
4. Place the new transmitter into START. The REPLACE BATTERY
the transmitter pocket, which is IN REMOTE KEY message may
inside the center console also be displayed at this time.
storage area.
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2. Immediately after completing second 10 minute period is added Conditions in Which Remote Start
Step 1, press and hold / for at on to the first 10 minutes for a total Will Not Work
least four seconds or until the of 20 minutes. The remote vehicle start feature will
turn signal lamps flash. The turn The remote start can only be not operate if:
signal lamps flashing confirms extended once. . The key is in the ignition (Key
the request to remote start the
A maximum of two remote starts, Access) or if the key is in the
vehicle has been received.
or a single start with an extension, vehicle (Keyless Access).
When the engine starts, the parking is allowed between ignition cycles. . The hood is not closed.
lamps will turn on and remain on as
long as the engine is running. The The vehicle's ignition must be . The hazard warning flashers
doors will be locked and the climate turned on and then back off before are on.
control system may come on. the remote start procedure can be
used again. . The malfunction indicator lamp
The engine will continue to run for is on.
10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a Canceling a Remote Start
. The engine coolant temperature
10-minute time extension. Remote To cancel a remote start, do one of is too high.
start can be extended only once. the following:
. The oil pressure is low.
Start the vehicle before driving. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
. Two remote vehicle starts, or a
Extending Engine Run Time vehicle and press and hold /
single remote start with an
until the parking lamps turn off. extension, have already
The engine run time can be
extended by another 10 minutes, . Turn on the hazard warning been used.
if during the first 10 minutes flashers. . The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Steps 1–2 are repeated while the . Turn the vehicle on and then off.
engine is still running. When the
remote start is extended, the
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Lockout Protection off using the vehicle personalization If equipped, the safety lock is
menus. See Vehicle Personalization located on the inside edge of the
If equipped with pushbutton start on page 5-31. rear doors. To use the safety lock:
and the vehicle is in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, 1. Insert the key into the safety lock
and locking is requested with the
Safety Locks slot and turn it so the slot is in
driver door open, all doors will lock The rear door safety locks prevent the horizontal position.
and only the driver door will unlock. passengers from opening the rear 2. Close the door.
doors from inside the vehicle.
If equipped with a keyed ignition, 3. Do the same for the other
and the key is in the ignition when Manual Safety Locks rear door.
locking is requested with the driver
To open a rear door when the safety
door open, all doors will lock and
lock is on:
then the driver door will unlock.
1. Unlock the door by activating the
Lockout Protection with the key in
inside handle, using the power
the ignition can be manually
door lock switch, or the Remote
overridden with the driver door open
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
by pressing and holding Q on the
power door lock switch. 2. Open the door from the outside.
If Open or Unlocked Door Anti To cancel the safety lock:
Lockout is turned on and the vehicle 1. Unlock the door and open it from
is off, and locking is requested with the outside.
the driver door open, all doors will
2. Insert the key into the safety lock
lock and only the driver door will
slot and turn it so the slot is in
unlock. The Unlocked Door Anti
the vertical position. Do the
Lockout feature can be turned on or
same for the other door.
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On Solid: Vehicle is secured will bypass the 30-second delay Disarming the Alarm System
during the delay to arm the system. and immediately arm the alarm
Do one of the following to disarm
Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. system.
the alarm system or turn off the
A door, the hood, or the trunk The vehicle alarm system will not alarm if it has been activated:
is open. arm if the doors are locked with
the key.
. Press K on the RKE transmitter.
Slow Flash: Alarm system is
. Unlock the vehicle using the
armed. If the driver door is opened without
first unlocking with the RKE Keyless Access system,
Arming the Alarm System transmitter, the horn will chirp and if equipped.
1. Close the trunk and the hood. the lights will flash to indicate . Start the vehicle.
Turn off the vehicle. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
started, or the door is not unlocked To avoid setting off the alarm by
2. Lock the vehicle in one of accident:
three ways: by pressing K on the RKE
transmitter during the 10-second . Lock the vehicle after all
. Use the RKE transmitter. pre-alarm, the alarm will be occupants have left the vehicle
. Use the Keyless Access activated. and all doors are closed.
system, if equipped. If a door, the hood, or the trunk is . Always unlock a door with the
. With a door open, press on opened without first disarming the RKE transmitter or use the
system, the turn signals will flash Keyless Access system,
the inside Q.
and the horn will sound for about if equipped.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm 30 seconds. The alarm system will Unlocking the driver door with the
system will arm, and the then re-arm to monitor for the next key will not disarm the system or
indicator light will begin to slowly unauthorized event. turn off the alarm.
flash indicating the alarm system
is operating. Pressing Q on the
RKE transmitter a second time
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How to Detect a Tamper The system is automatically If the engine still does not start, and
Condition disarmed when the vehicle is the key appears to be undamaged
started with the correct key. The key or the light continues to stay on, try
If K is pressed on the RKE uses a transponder that matches an another ignition key.
transmitter and the horn chirps and immobilizer control unit in the If the engine still does not start with
the lights flash three times, an alarm vehicle and automatically disarms the other key, the vehicle needs
occurred previously while the alarm the system. Only the correct key service. If the vehicle does start, the
system was armed. starts the vehicle. The vehicle may first key may be damaged. See your
If the alarm has been activated, a not start if the key is damaged. dealer who can service the
message will appear on the DIC. theft-deterrent system and have a
See Security Messages on new key made.
page 5-29.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the
Immobilizer theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.
See Radio Frequency Statement on
page 13-12. The security light in the instrument Immobilizer Operation
cluster comes on if there is a (Keyless Access)
Immobilizer Operation problem with arming or disarming
This vehicle has a passive
(Key Access) the theft-deterrent system.
theft-deterrent system.
This vehicle has a passive When trying to start the vehicle, the
The system does not have to be
theft-deterrent system. security light comes on briefly when
manually armed or disarmed.
the ignition is turned on.
The system does not have to be The vehicle is automatically
manually armed or disarmed. If the engine does not start and the
immobilized when the transmitter
security light stays on, there is a
The vehicle is automatically leaves the vehicle.
problem with the system. Turn the
immobilized when the key is ignition off and try again.
removed from the ignition.
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The immobilization system is If the vehicle does not start and the Exterior Mirrors
disarmed when the ignition button is security light stays on, there is a
pushed in and a valid transmitter is problem with the system. Turn the
found in the vehicle. vehicle off and try again. Convex Mirrors
If the RKE transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another transmitter, { Warning
or place the transmitter in the A convex mirror can make things,
transmitter pocket. See “Starting the like other vehicles, look farther
Vehicle with a Low Transmitter
away than they really are. If you
Battery” under Remote Keyless
cut too sharply into the right lane,
Entry (RKE) System Operation on
The security light on the instrument page 2-3. you could hit a vehicle on the
cluster comes on when there is a right. Check the inside mirror or
If the vehicle does not start with the glance over your shoulder before
problem with arming or disarming
other transmitter or when the changing lanes.
the theft-deterrent system.
transmitter is in the transmitter
The system has one or more pocket, your vehicle needs service.
transmitters matched to an See your dealer who can service The passenger side mirror is convex
immobilizer control unit in the the theft-deterrent system and have shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
vehicle. Only a correctly matched a new transmitter programmed to curved so more can be seen from
transmitter will start the vehicle. the vehicle. the driver seat.
If the transmitter is ever damaged,
Do not leave the transmitter or
you may not be able to start your
device that disarms or deactivates
vehicle.
the theft-deterrent system in the
When trying to start the vehicle, the vehicle.
security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
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The height of the head restraint can Front Seats To adjust a manual seat:
be adjusted. Pull the head restraint 1. Pull the handle at the front of
up to raise it. Try to move the head
restraint to make sure that it is Seat Adjustment the seat.
locked in place. 2. Slide the seat to the desired
To lower the head restraint, press { Warning position and release the handle.
the button, located on the top of the 3. Try to move the seat back and
You can lose control of the
seatback, and push the head forth to be sure it is locked in
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver place.
restraint down. Try to move the
seat while the vehicle is moving.
head restraint after the button is
Adjust the driver seat only when Seat Height Adjuster
released to make sure that it is
locked in place. the vehicle is not moving.
{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when
the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
up, the safety belts cannot do
their job.
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
be in front of you. In a crash, you
could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries.
To adjust a power seat, if equipped: If equipped, press and hold the front
or rear of the control to increase or The lap belt could go up over
. Move the seat forward or
decrease lumbar support. your abdomen. The belt forces
rearward by sliding the control
would be there, not at your pelvic
forward or rearward.
bones. This could cause serious
. Raise or lower the front part of internal injuries.
the seat cushion by moving the
front of the control up or down. For proper protection when the
vehicle is in motion, have the
. Raise or lower the entire seat by seatback upright. Then sit well
moving the entire control up back in the seat and wear the
or down. safety belt properly.
To adjust the seatback, see
Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-4.
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Memory Seats stored positions are referred to as If something has blocked the driver
RKE Memory positions. See seat while recalling a memory
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) position, the recall may stop.
System Operation on page 2-3. Remove the obstruction; then press
and hold the power driver seat
Storing Button Memory Positions control for two seconds. Try
To save positions into Button recalling the memory position again
Memory: by pressing the appropriate memory
1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback button. If the memory position is still
recliner, and both outside mirrors not recalling, see your dealer for
to the desired driving positions. service.
To recall RKE Memory positions: If something has blocked the driver To stop recall movement, press one
seat while recalling a memory of the memory or power seat
. On vehicles with RKE, press K position, the recall may stop. controls.
on the RKE transmitter and open Remove the obstruction; then press
the driver door. If something has blocked the driver
and hold the appropriate manual seat while recalling the exit position,
. On vehicles with Keyless control for the memory item that is the recall may stop. Remove the
Access, press the lock/unlock not recalling for two seconds. Try obstruction; then press and hold the
button on the outside driver door recalling the memory position again power seat control rearward for
handle and open the door. The by opening the driver door and two seconds. Try recalling the exit
RKE transmitter must be present pressing the RKE transmitter K position again. If the exit position is
for the recall to activate. button. If the memory position is still still not recalling, see your dealer for
. If the driver door is already not recalling, see your dealer for service.
service.
open, press K on the RKE
transmitter to activate the recall. Easy Exit Driver Seat Heated Front Seats
The driver seat and outside mirrors This feature moves the seat
will move to the previously saved rearward allowing the driver more { Warning
RKE Memory positions. room to exit the vehicle.
If you cannot feel temperature
This feature is turned on or off using To activate, place the ignition in change or pain to the skin, the
the vehicle personalization menu. OFF and open the driver door. If the seat heater may cause burns. To
See Vehicle Personalization on driver door is already open, placing reduce the risk of burns, people
page 5-31. the ignition in OFF will activate the with such a condition should use
To stop recall movement, press one recall. care when using the seat heater,
of the memory, power mirror, This feature is turned on or off using especially for long periods of
or power seat controls. the vehicle personalization menu. time. Do not place anything on
See Vehicle Personalization on the seat that insulates against
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safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in
safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law
sense. requires wearing safety belts.
Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts
Safety Belts
Properly
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
after a crash if I am wearing a This section is only for people of
safety belt? adult size.
A: You could be — whether you are There are special things to know
wearing a safety belt or not. about safety belts and children. And
Your chance of being conscious there are different rules for smaller
during and after a crash, so you children and infants. If a child will be . Sit up straight and always keep
can unbuckle and get out, is riding in the vehicle, see Older your feet on the floor in front
much greater if you are belted. Children on page 3-31 or Infants of you.
and Young Children on page 3-33. . Always use the correct buckle
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Follow those rules for everyone's
should I have to wear safety for your seating position.
protection.
belts? . Wear the lap part of the belt low
It is very important for all occupants and snug on the hips, just
A: Airbags are supplemental to buckle up. Statistics show that
systems only; so they work with touching the thighs. In a crash,
unbelted people are hurt more often this applies force to the strong
safety belts — not instead of in crashes than those who are
them. Whether or not an airbag pelvic bones and you would be
wearing safety belts. less likely to slide under the lap
is provided, all occupants still
have to buckle up to get the There are important things to know belt. If you slid under it, the belt
most protection. about wearing a safety belt properly. would apply force on your
abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.
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to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety
safety belts may not protect you in a belt assemblies inspected or
crash. They can rip apart under
System Parts after a replaced.
impact forces. If a belt is torn or Crash New parts and repairs may be
frayed, get a new one right away. necessary even if the safety belt
Make sure the safety belt reminder { Warning system was not being used at the
light is working. See Safety Belt time of the crash.
Reminders on page 5-10. A crash can damage the safety
belt system in the vehicle. Have the safety belt pretensioners
Keep safety belts clean and dry. A damaged safety belt system checked if the vehicle has been in a
See Safety Belt Care on page 3-17. may not properly protect the crash, or if the airbag readiness light
person using it, resulting in stays on after you start the vehicle
Safety Belt Care serious injury or even death in a or while you are driving. See Airbag
Readiness Light on page 5-11.
Keep belts clean and dry. crash. To help make sure the
safety belt systems are working
{ Warning properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacements made as soon as
It may severely weaken them. In possible.
a crash, they might not be able to
provide adequate protection. After a minor crash, replacement of
Clean safety belts only with mild safety belts may not be necessary.
soap and lukewarm water. But the safety belt assemblies that
were used during any crash may
have been stressed or damaged.
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The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger
steering column. The front outboard Side Similar
The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact
center of the steering wheel. glove box. airbags for the driver and front
outboard passenger are in the side
The front outboard passenger
of the seatbacks closest to the door.
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel. The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
right front passenger, and second
row outboard passengers are in the
ceiling above the side windows.
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Warning (Continued)
When Should an Airbag
Inflate?
or even death. The path of an This vehicle is equipped with
inflating airbag must be kept airbags. See Airbag System on
clear. Do not put anything page 3-18. Airbags are designed to
between an occupant and an inflate if the impact exceeds the
airbag, and do not attach or put specific airbag system's deployment
anything on the steering wheel threshold. Deployment thresholds
hub or on or near any other are used to predict how severe a
airbag covering. crash is likely to be in time for the
Do not use seat accessories that airbags to inflate and help restrain
Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, block the inflation path of a the occupants. The vehicle has
Passenger Side Similar electronic sensors that help the
seat-mounted side impact airbag.
airbag system determine the
On vehicles with second row Never secure anything to the roof severity of the impact. Deployment
seat-mounted side impact airbags, of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags thresholds can vary with specific
they are in the sides of the rear by routing a rope or tie‐down vehicle design.
seatback closest to the door. through any door or window Frontal airbags are designed to
opening. If you do, the path of an inflate in moderate to severe frontal
{ Warning inflating roof-rail airbag will be or near frontal crashes to help
blocked. reduce the potential for severe
If something is between an
injuries, mainly to the driver's or
occupant and an airbag, the front outboard passenger's head
airbag might not inflate properly and chest.
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury Whether the frontal airbags will or
should inflate is not based primarily
(Continued) on how fast the vehicle is traveling.
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It depends on what is hit, the Seat-mounted side impact airbags In any particular crash, no one can
direction of the impact, and how are designed to inflate in moderate say whether an airbag should have
quickly the vehicle slows down. to severe side crashes depending inflated simply because of the
Frontal airbags may inflate at on the location of the impact. vehicle damage or repair costs.
different crash speeds depending on Seat-mounted side impact airbags
whether the vehicle hits an object are not designed to inflate in frontal What Makes an Airbag
impacts, near frontal impacts,
straight on or at an angle, and
rollovers, or rear impacts.
Inflate?
whether the object is fixed or
A seat-mounted side impact airbag In a deployment event, the sensing
moving, rigid or deformable, narrow
is designed to inflate on the side of system sends an electrical signal
or wide.
the vehicle that is struck. triggering a release of gas from the
Frontal airbags are not intended to inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the
inflate during vehicle rollovers, in Roof-rail airbags are designed to
airbag causing the bag to break out
rear impacts, or in many side inflate in moderate to severe side
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag,
impacts. crashes depending on the location
and related hardware are all part of
of the impact. In addition, these
In addition, the vehicle has the airbag module.
roof-rail airbags are designed to
advanced technology frontal inflate during a rollover or in a For airbag locations, see Where Are
airbags. Advanced technology severe frontal impact. Roof-rail the Airbags? on page 3-20.
frontal airbags adjust the restraint airbags are not designed to inflate in
according to crash severity. rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags How Does an Airbag
Knee airbags are designed to inflate will inflate when either side of the Restrain?
in moderate to severe frontal or vehicle is struck, if the sensing
near frontal impacts. Knee airbags system predicts that the vehicle is In moderate to severe frontal or
are not designed to inflate during about to roll over on its side, or in a near frontal collisions, even belted
vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, severe frontal impact. occupants can contact the steering
or in many side impacts. wheel or the instrument panel. In
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threshold. You can lock the doors, Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work
and turn off the interior lamps and also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for
hazard warning flashers by using passenger airbag. service.
the controls for those features. . Airbags are designed to inflate
only once. After an airbag Passenger Sensing
{ Warning inflates, you will need some new System
parts for the airbag system.
A crash severe enough to inflate The vehicle has a passenger
If you do not get them, the
the airbags may have also sensing system for the front
airbag system will not be there
damaged important functions in outboard passenger position. The
to help protect you in another
the vehicle, such as the fuel passenger airbag status indicator
crash. A new system will include
system, brake and steering will light on the overhead console
airbag modules and possibly
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle when the vehicle is started.
other parts. The service manual
appears to be drivable after a for the vehicle covers the need
moderate crash, there may be to replace other parts.
concealed damage that could . The vehicle has a crash sensing
make it difficult to safely operate and diagnostic module which
the vehicle. records information after a
Use caution if you should attempt crash. See Vehicle Data
to restart the engine after a crash Recording and Privacy on
has occurred. page 13-14 and Event Data
Recorders on page 13-14.
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
Child Restraint restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant
vehicle, the on indicator is still lit,
The passenger sensing system is turn the vehicle off. Then slightly
designed to turn off the front recline the vehicle seatback and
outboard passenger frontal airbag adjust the seat cushion,
and knee airbag if the system if adjustable, to make sure that
determines that an infant is present the vehicle seatback is not
in a child restraint. If a child restraint pushing the child restraint into
has been installed and the on the seat cushion.
indicator is lit:
Also make sure the child
1. Turn the vehicle off. restraint is not trapped under the
2. Remove the child restraint from vehicle head restraint. If this
the vehicle. happens, adjust the head
restraint. See Head Restraints
3. Remove any additional items
on page 3-2. If a person of adult size is sitting in
from the seat such as blankets,
cushions, seat covers, seat 6. Restart the vehicle. the front outboard passenger seat,
heaters, or seat massagers. but the off indicator is lit, it could be
The passenger sensing system may
because that person is not sitting
4. Reinstall the child restraint or may not turn off the airbag(s) for
properly in the seat. Use the
following the directions provided a child in a child restraint depending
following steps to allow the system
by the child restraint upon the child's size. It is better to
to detect that person and enable the
manufacturer and refer to secure the child restraint in a
front outboard passenger frontal
Securing Child Restraints (Front rear seat.
airbag and knee airbag:
Passenger Seat) on page 3-49
or Securing Child Restraints 1. Turn the vehicle off.
(Rear Seat) on page 3-46.
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Your dealer and the service manual turning off the passenger airbag(s).
have information about the location See Passenger Sensing System on { Caution
of the airbag sensors, sensing and page 3-24.
diagnostic module, and airbag If an airbag covering is damaged,
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail opened, or broken, the airbag
wiring. airbags, see Different Size Tires may not work properly. Do not
In addition, the vehicle has a and Wheels on page 10-58 for open or break the airbag
passenger sensing system for the additional important information. coverings. If there are any
front outboard passenger position, If you have to modify your vehicle opened or broken airbag
which includes sensors that are part because you have a disability and coverings, have the airbag
of the passenger seat. The you have questions about whether covering and/or airbag module
passenger sensing system may not the modifications will affect the
operate properly if the original seat replaced. For the location of the
vehicle's airbag system, or if you airbags, see Where Are the
trim is replaced with non-GM have questions about whether the
covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Airbags? on page 3-20. See your
airbag system will be affected if the dealer for service.
GM covers, upholstery, or trim vehicle is modified for any other
designed for a different vehicle. Any reason, call Customer Assistance.
object, such as an aftermarket seat
heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
See Customer Assistance Offices Replacing Airbag System
on page 13-3. Parts after a Crash
or device, installed under or on top
of the seat fabric, could also
Airbag System Check
interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This
{ Warning
The airbag system does not need
could either prevent proper regularly scheduled maintenance or A crash can damage the airbag
deployment of the passenger replacement. Make sure the airbag systems in the vehicle.
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger readiness light is working. See A damaged airbag system may
sensing system from properly Airbag Readiness Light on not work properly and may not
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Warning (Continued)
Infants and Young Warning (Continued)
Children
belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs the way back into the retractor,
applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and but it cannot do this if it is
That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the wrapped around a child’s neck.
injuries. The shoulder belt should distance traveled nor the age and If the shoulder belt is locked and
go over the shoulder and across size of the traveler changes the tightened around a child’s neck,
the chest. need, for everyone, to use safety the only way to loosen the belt is
restraints. In fact, the law in every to cut it.
state in the United States and in Never leave children unattended
every Canadian province says in a vehicle and never allow
children up to some age must be children to play with the safety
restrained while in a vehicle.
belts.
Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach
be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these
Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle.
(LATCH System) booster seat can be positioned Not all vehicle seating positions or
The LATCH system secures a child properly and there is no interference child restraints have lower anchors
restraint during driving or in a crash. with the proper positioning of the and attachments or top tether
LATCH attachments on the child lap-shoulder belt on the child. anchors and attachments.
restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions
restraint to the anchors in the that came with the child restraint, Lower Anchors
vehicle. The LATCH system is and also the instructions in this
designed to make installation of a manual.
child restraint easier.
When installing a child restraint with
In order to use the LATCH system in a top tether, you must also use
your vehicle, you need a child either the lower anchors or the
restraint that has LATCH safety belts to properly secure the
attachments. LATCH-compatible child restraint. A child restraint must
rear-facing and forward-facing child never be installed using only the top
seats can be properly installed tether and anchor.
using either the LATCH anchors or
The LATCH anchorage system can
the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not
be used until the combined weight
use both the safety belts and the
of the child plus the child restraint is
LATCH anchorage system to secure
29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt Lower anchors (1) are metal bars
a rear-facing or forward-facing
alone instead of the LATCH built into the vehicle. There are two
child seat.
anchorage system once the lower anchors for each LATCH
Booster seats use the vehicle’s combined weight is more than seating position that will
safety belts to secure the child in 29.5 kg (65 lbs). accommodate a child restraint with
the booster seat. If the manufacturer
lower attachments (2).
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Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether
single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations
Either will have a single
attachment (2) to secure the top
tether to the anchor.
Some child restraints that have a
top tether are designed for use with
or without the top tether being
attached. Others require the top
tether always to be attached. In
Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached. Be sure to read and follow
A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of the instructions for the child
Rear Seat
the child restraint to the vehicle. restraint.
A top tether anchor is built into the I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating
vehicle. The top tether positions with top tether anchors.
attachment (2) on the child restraint H (Lower Anchor): Seating
connects to the top tether anchor in positions with two lower anchors.
the vehicle in order to reduce the
forward movement and rotation of
the child restraint during driving or in
a crash.
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To assist in locating the lower The top tether anchors are under Securing a Child Restraint
anchors, each rear anchor position the covers, behind the rear seat, on Designed for the LATCH
has a label, near the crease the filler panel. Be sure to use an System
between the seatback and the seat anchor on the same side of the
cushion. vehicle as the seating position
where the child restraint will be { Warning
placed. If a LATCH-type child restraint is
Do not secure a child restraint in a not attached to anchors or with
position without a top tether anchor the safety belt, the child restraint
if a national or local law requires will not be able to protect the child
that the top tether be attached, or if correctly. In a crash, the child
the instructions that come with the could be seriously injured or
To assist in locating the top tether child restraint say that the top tether killed. Install a LATCH-type child
anchors, the top tether anchor must be attached. restraint properly using the
symbol is on the cover. anchors, or use the vehicle safety
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when belts to secure the restraint,
properly restrained in a child following the instructions that
restraint system or infant restraint came with the child restraint and
system secured in a rear seating the instructions in this manual.
position. See Where to Put the
Restraint on page 3-37 for
additional information.
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rear seating position, and install the There are five lower LATCH anchors and child restraint attachments to
other one either in the left rear in the rear seat. secure the restraints. Some
seating position or in the center . Use anchors 1 and 2 when restraints also use another vehicle
seating position. If you need to installing a child restraint using anchor to secure a top tether.
install child restraints in both the LATCH in the right rear seating 1. Attach and tighten the lower
center and left rear seating position. attachments to the lower
positions, the one in the center anchors. If the child restraint
seating position will need to be . Use anchors 3 and 4 when
installing a child restraint using does not have lower
secured using the vehicle safety attachments or the desired
belts instead of the LATCH anchors. LATCH in the center rear seating
position. seating position does not have
Refer to the following illustration to lower anchors, secure the child
learn which anchors to use. . Use anchors 4 and 5 when restraint with the top tether and
installing a child restraint using the safety belts. Refer to the
LATCH in left rear seating child restraint manufacturer
position. instructions and the instructions
Installing child restraints using in this manual.
LATCH in the center and left rear 1.1. Find the lower anchors for
seating positions at the same time is the desired seating
prohibited. position.
Make sure to attach the child 1.2. Put the child restraint on
restraint at the proper anchor the seat.
location.
If the head restraint
This system is designed to make interferes with the proper
installation of child restraints easier. installation of the child
When using lower anchors, do not restraint, the head restraint
use the vehicle's safety belts. may be removed. See
Instead use the vehicle's anchors
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If the position you are using grasp the child restraint at the
has an adjustable headrest LATCH path and attempt to
or head restraint and you move it side to side and back
are using a single tether, and forth. There should be no
route the tether under the more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
headrest or head restraint movement for proper installation.
and in between the
headrest or head restraint Head Restraint Removal and
posts. Reinstallation
The rear outboard head restraints
can be removed if they interfere with
the proper installation of the child
restraint. 2. Press both buttons on the head
To remove the head restraint: restraint posts at the same time,
and pull up on the head
1. Partially fold the seatback
restraint.
forward. See Rear Seats on
page 3-9 for additional 3. Store the head restraint in the
information. trunk of the vehicle.
If the position you are using 4. When the child restraint is
has an adjustable headrest removed, reinstall the head
or head restraint and you restraint before the seating
are using a dual tether position is used.
route the tether around the
headrest or head restraint.
3. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To check,
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If the child restraint has the LATCH this position. Be sure to follow the
system, see Lower Anchors and instructions that came with the child
Tethers for Children (LATCH restraint. Secure the child in the
System) on page 3-39 for how and child restraint when and as the
where to install the child restraint instructions say.
using LATCH. If a child restraint is If more than one child restraint
secured in the vehicle using a needs to be installed in the rear
safety belt and it uses a top tether, seat, be sure to read Where to Put
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for the Restraint on page 3-37.
Children (LATCH System) on
page 3-39 for top tether anchor 1. Put the child restraint on
locations. the seat.
Do not secure a child seat in a If the head restraint interferes 3. Push the latch plate into the
position without a top tether anchor with the proper installation of the buckle until it clicks. If the latch
if a national or local law requires child restraint, the head restraint plate will not go fully into the
that the top tether be anchored, or if may be removed. See “Head buckle, check if the correct
the instructions that come with the Restraint Removal and buckle is being used.
child restraint say that the top strap Reinstallation” under Lower
must be anchored. Anchors and Tethers for Position the release button on
Children (LATCH System) on the buckle so that the safety belt
In Canada, the law requires that page 3-39. could be quickly unbuckled if
forward-facing child restraints have necessary.
a top tether, and that the tether be 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
attached. the lap and shoulder portions of
the vehicle's safety belt through
If the child restraint or vehicle seat or around the restraint. The child
position does not have the LATCH restraint instructions will show
system, you will be using the safety you how.
belt to secure the child restraint in
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the instructions that come with the 2. Put the child restraint on
child restraint say that the top strap the seat.
must be anchored. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
In Canada, the law requires that the lap and shoulder portions of
forward-facing child restraints have the vehicle's safety belt through
a top tether, and that the tether be or around the restraint. The child
attached. restraint instructions will show
When using the lap-shoulder belt to you how.
secure the child restraint in this
position, follow the instructions that
came with the child restraint and the
following instructions:
5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way
1. Move the seat as far back as it out of the retractor to set the
will go before securing the lock. When the retractor lock is
forward-facing child restraint. set, the belt can be tightened but
When the passenger sensing not pulled out of the retractor.
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal
airbag and knee airbag, the off
indicator on the passenger
airbag status indicator should 4. Push the latch plate into the
light and stay lit when you start buckle until it clicks.
the vehicle. See Passenger
Airbag Status Indicator on Position the release button on
page 5-11. the buckle so that the safety belt
could be quickly unbuckled if
necessary.
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Storage 4-1
Storage Storage
Compartments
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 4-1 { Warning
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 objects in storage compartments.
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 4-2 In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
Additional Storage Features could result in injury.
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Uplevel
Instrument Panel Storage
The vehicle may have a storage
area behind the radio display. Slide
the button to the right and release;
the door automatically opens.
Keep the storage area closed when
not in use.
Push the door down to close.
Glove Box
Pull the handle up to open.
4-2 Storage
Convenience Net
For vehicles with a convenience net,
it is in the trunk and used to store
The center console has storage small loads. The net should not be
under the armrest. Pull up the latch used to store heavy loads. Attach
Lower the armrest to access the and lift to open.
cupholders. There is also storage in the loops on each side of the net to
the armrest; lift the lid to access. If equipped, there is an auxiliary the cargo tie-downs in the trunk.
input jack, USB port, and power See Cargo Tie-Downs on page 4-2.
outlet. There is an opening under
the armrest on the passenger side
for cord access.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-14
and Power Outlets on page 5-5.
See the infotainment manual.
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Wiper Parking See Washer Fluid on page 10-18 for open area where it can receive a
If the ignition is put in OFF while the information on filling the windshield GPS signal. The compass system
wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they washer fluid reservoir. will automatically determine when a
will immediately stop. GPS signal is restored and provide
When adding electrical equipment, The indicator light does not come on
be sure to follow the installation if the ignition is in LOCK/OFF, no
instructions included with the equipment is plugged into the outlet,
equipment. See Add-On Electrical or if the equipment is plugged, but
Equipment on page 9-53. not fully seated in the outlet.
If equipment is connected using
{ Caution more than 150 watts or a system
fault is detected, the equipment may
Hanging heavy equipment from operate briefly then turn off.
the power outlet can cause A protection circuit shuts off the
damage not covered by the power supply and the indicator light
vehicle warranty. The power turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug
outlets are designed for The power outlet is on the rear of the item and plug it back in or turn
accessory power plugs only, such the center console. the Retained Accessory Power
as cell phone charge cords. (RAP) off and then back on. See
An indicator light on the outlet turns Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
on to show it is in use. The light on page 9-21. The power restarts
Power Outlet 120 Volt comes on when the ignition is in when equipment using 150 watts or
Alternating Current ON/RUN and equipment requiring less is plugged into the outlet and a
less than 150 watts is plugged into system fault is not detected.
If equipped with this power outlet it
the outlet, and no system fault is
can be used to plug in electrical
detected.
equipment that uses a maximum
limit of 150 watts.
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The power outlet is not designed for Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there
the following, and may not work could be a problem with a vehicle
properly if they are plugged in: Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning
lights work together to indicate a
. Equipment with high initial peak Indicators problem with the vehicle.
wattage, such as
compressor-driven refrigerators Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights
and electric power tools. signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while
before it becomes serious enough driving, or when one of the gauges
. Other equipment requiring an to cause an expensive repair or
extremely stable power supply, shows there may be a problem,
replacement. Paying attention to the check the section that explains what
such as warning lights and gauges could
microcomputer-controlled to do. Waiting to do repairs can be
prevent injury. costly and even dangerous.
electric blankets and touch
sensor lamps. Warning lights come on when there
could be a problem with a vehicle
See High Voltage Devices and function. Some warning lights come
Wiring on page 10-33. on briefly when the engine is started
to indicate they are working.
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Instrument Cluster
Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on
Reminder Light reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the
on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started. If the light does
There is a passenger safety belt such as a briefcase, handbag, not come on then, have it fixed
reminder light near the passenger grocery bag, laptop, or other immediately.
airbag status indicator. See electronic device. To turn off the
Passenger Sensing System on
page 3-24.
reminder light and/or chime, remove
the object from the seat or buckle
{ Warning
the safety belt. If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or
Airbag Readiness Light comes on while driving, it means
This light shows if there is an the airbag system might not be
electrical problem with the airbag working properly. The airbags in
system. The system check includes the vehicle might not inflate in a
the airbag sensor(s), passenger crash, or they could even inflate
When the vehicle is started, this
sensing system, the pretensioners, without a crash. To help avoid
light flashes and a chime may come
the airbag modules, the wiring, and injury, have the vehicle serviced
on to remind passengers to fasten
their safety belt. Then the light stays the crash sensing and diagnostic right away.
on solid until the belt is buckled. module. For more information on the
This cycle continues several times if airbag system, see Airbag System
on page 3-18. Passenger Airbag Status
the passenger remains or becomes
unbuckled while the vehicle is Indicator
moving. The vehicle has a passenger
If the passenger safety belt is sensing system. See Passenger
buckled, neither the chime nor the Sensing System on page 3-24. The
light comes on. overhead console has a passenger
airbag status indicator.
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Emissions Inspection and is not on while the vehicle is in Brake System Warning
Maintenance Programs ON/RUN or Service Only Mode.
See your dealer for assistance in
Light
Depending on where you live, your verifying proper operation of the The vehicle brake system consists
vehicle may be required to malfunction indicator lamp. of two hydraulic circuits. If one
participate in an emission control circuit is not working, the remaining
system inspection and maintenance . The OBD II (On-Board
Diagnostics) system determines circuit can still work to stop the
program. For the inspection, the vehicle. For normal braking
emission system test equipment will that critical emission control
systems have not been performance, both circuits need to
likely connect to the vehicle's Data be working.
Link Connector (DLC). completely diagnosed by the
system. If this were to occur, the If the warning light comes on, there
vehicle would be considered not is a brake problem. Have the brake
ready for inspection. This can system inspected right away.
happen if the 12-volt battery has
recently been replaced or
run down.
The diagnostic system is
The DLC is under the instrument designed to evaluate critical
panel next to the steering wheel. emission control systems during
normal driving. This can take Metric English
See your dealer if assistance is
needed. several days of driving. If this
This light comes on briefly when the
has been done and the vehicle
The vehicle may not pass vehicle is turned on. If it does not
still does not pass the inspection
inspection if: come on then, have it fixed so it will
for lack of OBD II system
be ready to warn if there is a
. The malfunction indicator lamp is readiness, your dealer can
problem.
on while the engine is running, prepare the vehicle for
or the malfunction indicator lamp inspection.
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When the ignition is on, the brake Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning
system warning light also comes on light is also on, the vehicle does not
when the parking brake is set. The
(ABS) Warning Light have antilock brakes and there is a
light stays on if the parking brake problem with the regular brakes.
does not fully release. If it stays on See Brake System Warning Light on
after the parking brake is fully page 5-15.
released, it means the vehicle has a For vehicles with a Driver
brake problem. Information Center (DIC), see Brake
System Messages on page 5-25 for
{ Warning For vehicles with the Antilock Brake
all brake-related DIC messages.
The brake system might not be System (ABS), this light comes on
working properly if the brake briefly when the engine is started. Lane Departure Warning
system warning light is on. If it does not, have the vehicle
(LDW) Light
Driving with the brake system serviced by your dealer. If the
warning light on can lead to a system is working normally, the
crash. If the light is still on after indicator light then goes off.
the vehicle has been pulled off If the ABS light stays on, turn the
the road and carefully stopped, ignition off. If the light comes on
have the vehicle towed for while driving, stop as soon as it is
service. safely possible and turn the ignition
If equipped, this light comes on
off. Then start the engine again to
briefly while starting the vehicle.
reset the system. If the ABS light
stays on, or comes on again while If it does not come on, have the
driving, the vehicle needs service. vehicle serviced.
If the regular brake system warning This light is green if LDW is on and
light is not on, the vehicle still has ready to operate.
brakes, but not antilock brakes.
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This light changes to amber and Traction Off Light StabiliTrak® OFF Light
flashes to indicate that the lane
marking has been crossed without
using a turn signal in that direction.
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
on page 9-42.
Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on A Driver Information Center (DIC)
and flashing, the TCS and/or the tire pressure message may also
(TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light StabiliTrak system is actively display. See Tire Messages on
working. page 5-29. Stop as soon as
See Traction Control/Electronic possible, and inflate the tires to the
Stability Control on page 9-29. pressure value shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label. See
Tire Pressure on page 10-48.
Tire Pressure Light
When the Light Flashes First and
This light comes on briefly when the Then Is On Steady
engine is started. If the light flashes for about a minute
If the light does not come on, have and then stays on, there may be a
the vehicle serviced by your dealer. problem with the TPMS. If the
If the system is working normally, problem is not corrected, the light
the indicator light turns off. will come on at every ignition cycle.
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure See Tire Pressure Monitor
If the light is on and not flashing, the Monitor System (TPMS), this light Operation on page 10-51.
TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak comes on briefly when the engine is
system have been disabled. A DIC started. It provides information Engine Oil Pressure Light
message may display. Check the about tire pressures and the TPMS.
DIC messages to determine which
feature(s) is no longer functioning When the Light Is On Steady { Caution
and whether the vehicle requires This indicates that one or more of Lack of proper engine oil
service. the tires are significantly maintenance can damage the
underinflated. engine. Driving with the engine
(Continued)
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could be low on oil and might have Security Light
some other system problem. See
your dealer.
oil low can also damage the
engine. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Low Fuel Warning Light
Check the oil level as soon as
possible. Add oil if required, but if
the oil level is within the operating
range and the oil pressure is still The security light should come on
low, have the vehicle serviced. briefly as the engine is started. If it
Always follow the maintenance does not come on, have the vehicle
schedule for changing engine oil. serviced by your dealer. If the
This light is near the fuel gauge and system is working normally, the
comes on briefly when the ignition is indicator light turns off.
turned on as a check to show it is
If the light stays on and the engine
working.
does not start, there could be a
It also comes on when the fuel tank problem with the theft-deterrent
is low on fuel. The light turns off system. See Immobilizer Operation
when fuel is added. If it does not, (Key Access) on page 2-17 or
have the vehicle serviced. Immobilizer Operation (Keyless
This light should come on briefly as Access) on page 2-17.
the engine is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.
If the light comes on and stays on, it
means that oil is not flowing through
the engine properly. The vehicle
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This light comes on when the This light comes on when the This light comes on in the Driver
high-beam headlamps are in use. exterior lamps are in use. See Information Center (DIC) when a
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1. door is open or not securely latched.
Changer on page 6-2. Before driving, check that all doors
Cruise Control Light are properly closed.
Front Fog Lamp Light
briefly while Timer is displayed. To Display Units When the remaining oil life is low,
reset the timer to zero, press and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
hold SET/CLR. Move w / x to switch between message will appear on the display.
metric or US when the Unit display See Engine Oil Messages on
Navigation is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm page 5-26. The oil should changed
This display is used for the the setting. This will change the as soon as possible. See Engine Oil
Turn-by-Turn Navigation, displays on the cluster and DIC to on page 10-8. In addition to the
if equipped. either metric or English (US) engine oil life system monitoring the
measurements. oil life, additional maintenance is
Vehicle Information Menu recommended. See Maintenance
Items Tire Pressure
Schedule on page 11-2.
The display will show a vehicle with
Press MENU on the turn signal Remember, the Oil Life display must
the approximate pressures of all
lever until Vehicle Information menu be reset after each oil change. It will
four tires. Tire pressure is displayed
is displayed. Use w / x to scroll in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds not reset itself. Also, be careful not
through the menu items. The per square inch (psi). See Tire to reset the Oil Life display
following is the list of all possible Pressure Monitor System on accidentally at any time other than
vehicle information displays. Some page 10-50 and Tire Pressure when the oil has just been changed.
of the items may not be available for Monitor Operation on page 10-51. It cannot be reset accurately until
your particular vehicle. the next oil change. To reset the
Remaining Oil Life engine oil life system, press SET/
. Display Units
This display shows an estimate of CLR while the Oil Life display is
. Tire Pressure the oil's remaining useful life. active. See Engine Oil Life System
. Remaining Oil Life If Remaining Oil Life 99% is on page 10-10.
displayed, that means 99% of the
. Battery
current oil life remains.
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Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED — See Engine Oil Life System on
IDLE ENGINE page 10-10, Driver Information
Messages Center (DIC) on page 5-21, Engine
This message displays when the Oil on page 10-8, and Maintenance
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH engine coolant temperature is too
ENGINE TEMP Schedule on page 11-2.
hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
This message displays when the idle until it cools down. ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE
engine coolant becomes hotter than ENGINE
ENGINE OVERHEATED —
the normal operating temperature. This message displays when the
To avoid added strain on a hot STOP ENGINE
engine oil temperature is too hot.
engine, the air conditioning This message displays and a Stop and allow the vehicle to idle
compressor automatically turns off. continuous chime sounds if the until it cools down.
When the coolant temperature engine cooling system reaches
returns to normal, the air unsafe temperatures for operation. OIL PRESSURE LOW— STOP
conditioning compressor turns back Stop and turn off the vehicle as ENGINE
on. You can continue to drive the soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
vehicle. severe damage. This message This message displays if low oil
clears when the engine has cooled pressure levels occur. Stop the
If this message continues to appear, vehicle as soon as safely possible
have the system repaired by your to a safe operating temperature.
and do not operate it until the cause
dealer as soon as possible to avoid of the low oil pressure has been
damage to the engine. Engine Oil Messages corrected. Check the oil as soon as
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON possible and have the vehicle
COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD serviced by your dealer.
COOLANT This message displays when the
This message will display if the engine oil needs to be changed.
coolant is low. See Engine Coolant When the engine oil is changed, be
on page 10-14. sure to reset the Oil Life System.
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See Bulb Replacement on camera view is blocked and cannot SERVICE PARK ASSIST
page 10-25 and Replacement Bulbs operate properly. It may also
This message displays if there is a
on page 10-32. activate during heavy rain or due to
problem with the Rear Parking
road spray. To clean the system,
TURN SIGNAL ON Assist (RPA) system. Do not use
clean the outside of the windshield
this system to help you park. See
This message is displayed if the area in front of the LDW/FCA
Parking Assist on page 9-36. See
turn signal has been left on. Turn off camera sensor.
your dealer for service.
the turn signal.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING
SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
Object Detection System UNAVAILABLE
SYSTEM
Messages This message may appear if LDW
If this message appears, the system
does not activate due to a
needs service. Take the vehicle to
FORWARD COLLISION temporary condition.
your dealer.
ALERT OFF PARK ASSIST OFF
If your vehicle has the Forward
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF
This message displays when the
Collision Alert (FCA) system, this This message indicates that the
parking assist system has been
message may display if the FCA driver has turned the system off.
turned off or when there is a
system cannot activate due to a
temporary condition causing the SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
temporary condition. See Forward
system to be disabled. See Parking UNAVAILABLE
Collision Alert (FCA) System on
Assist on page 9-36.
page 9-34. This message indicates that the
SERVICE FRONT CAMERA SBZA system is disabled because
FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED,
This message displays when the the sensor is blocked and cannot
CLEAN WINDSHIELD detect vehicles in the blind zone.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and
This message displays when the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) The sensor may be blocked by mud,
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and systems are disabled and need dirt, snow, ice, or slush. This
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) service. See your dealer.
systems are disabled because the
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message may also activate during however, you do not have the Tire Messages
heavy rain or due to road spray. The benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce
vehicle does not need service. your speed and drive accordingly. SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
SYSTEM
Ride Control System Security Messages This message displays if there is a
Messages THEFT ATTEMPTED problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
SERVICE TRACTION This message displays if the vehicle Pressure Monitor Operation on
CONTROL detects a tamper condition. page 10-51.
This message displays when there TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
is a problem with the Traction Service Vehicle Messages
Control System (TCS). When this This message displays when the
SERVICE AC SYSTEM system is learning new tires. See
message is displayed, the system
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your This message displays if there is a Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on
driving accordingly. See your dealer problem with the air conditioning page 10-51.
for service. system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service. TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
SERVICE STABILITRAK AIR TO TIRE
SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays if there is a On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
problem with the StabiliTrak system. This message displays if there is a Monitor System (TPMS), this
If this message appears, try to reset problem with the power steering message displays when the
the system. Stop; turn off the engine system. Take the vehicle to your pressure in one or more of the
for at least 15 seconds; then start dealer for service. vehicle's tires is low.
the engine again. If this message The low tire pressure warning light
still comes on, it means there is a
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
will also come on. See Tire
problem. See your dealer for This message displays if there is a Pressure Light on page 5-18.
service. The vehicle is safe to drive; problem with the vehicle. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
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Chime Volume Vehicle Locator Lights Open Door Anti Lock Out or
This allows selection of the chime This allows the vehicle locator lights Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
volume level. to be turned on or off. The vehicle When on, this feature will keep the
Select Normal or High. locator lights come on when driver door from locking when the
unlocking the vehicle with the RKE door is open. If Off is selected, the
Reverse Tilt Mirror transmitter. Delayed Door Lock menu will be
When on, both the driver and Select On or Off. available and the door will lock as
passenger mirrors will tilt downward programmed through this menu.
when the vehicle is shifted to Exit Lighting Select to turn On or Off.
R (Reverse) to improve visibility of This allows for selecting how long
the ground near the rear wheels. the exterior lamps stay on when Auto Door Unlock
They will return to their previous leaving the vehicle and it is dark This allows selection of which of the
driving position when the vehicle is outside. doors will automatically unlock when
shifted out of R (Reverse), the Select Off, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
ignition is turned to OFF, or the or 2 Minutes. Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off.
vehicle is left in R (Reverse). See
Reverse Tilt Mirrors on page 2-19. Power Door Locks Delayed Door Lock
Select On or Off. Select and depending on the radio When on, this feature will delay the
the following may display: locking of the doors until
Lighting five seconds after the last door is
. Open Door Anti Lock Out
Select and the following may closed. Three chimes will signal
display: . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out delayed locking is in use. Press
. Vehicle Locator Lights . Auto Door Unlock either the power lock button or Q on
. the RKE transmitter twice to
. Exit Lighting Delayed Door Lock
override the delayed locking feature
. Auto Door Lock and immediately lock all of the
doors.
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Select to turn On or Off. Remote Unlock Feedback or Press TUNE/MENU when Door
Unlock Feedback (Lights) Unlock Options is highlighted. Turn
Auto Door Lock the TUNE/MENU knob to select All
When on, the exterior lamps will
This allows selection of which of the flash when unlocking the vehicle Doors or Driver Door Only. When
doors will automatically lock when with the RKE transmitter. set to Driver Door Only, the driver
the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). door will unlock the first time K is
Select On or Off. Press TUNE/
Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off. pressed and all doors will unlock
MENU to confirm and go back to the
last menu. when K is pressed a second time.
Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
When set to All Doors, all of the
Select and depending on the radio Remote Lock Feedback or doors will unlock at the first press of
the following may display: Locking Feedback K. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm
. Remote Unlock Feedback This allows selection of what type of and go back to the last menu.
feedback is given when locking the Memory Remote Recall
. Unlock Feedback (Lights)
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
. Remote Lock Feedback This allows the Memory Remote
Press TUNE/MENU when Locking Recall feature to be turned on or off.
. Locking Feedback Feedback is highlighted. Turn the
TUNE/MENU knob to select Lights When on, this feature will recall the
. Remote Door Unlock current driver's last seat and outside
and Horn, Lights Only, Horn Only,
. Door Unlock Options or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to mirror positions upon unlocking the
confirm and go back to the driver door with the RKE transmitter,
. Memory Remote Recall
last menu. and opening that door. The current
. Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder driver is identified when the RKE
Remote Door Unlock or Door transmitter is used to unlock the
. Relock Remote Door Unlock Options driver door. If equipped with Keyless
. Passive Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors Access, the recall will occur upon
. Passive Door Lock will unlock when pressing K on the opening the driver door. See
“Recalling RKE Memory Positions”
RKE transmitter.
under Memory Seats on page 3-6.
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Press TUNE/MENU when Memory or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to Return to Factory Settings?
Remote Recall is highlighted. Turn confirm and go back to the
Select Return to Factory Settings?
the TUNE/MENU knob to select On last menu.
for the option to return all vehicle
or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to
Passive Door Unlock personalization to the default
confirm and go back to the
settings. Turn the TUNE/MENU
last menu. This allows selection of which doors
knob to select Yes or No. Press
are unlocked by pressing the button
Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder TUNE/MENU to confirm and go
on the outside door handle.
back to the last menu.
This allows the Remote Left in Press TUNE/MENU when Passive
Vehicle Reminder feature to be Door Unlock is highlighted. Turn the
turned on or off. If on, the horn will TUNE/MENU knob to select All
chirp if a remote is left in the Doors or Driver Door. Press TUNE/
vehicle. MENU to confirm and go back to the
Press TUNE/MENU when Remote last menu.
Left in Vehicle Reminder is
highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU Passive Door Lock
knob to select On or Off. Press This allows for turning Passive
TUNE/MENU to confirm and go Locking off, on, or on with feedback.
back to the last menu. Press TUNE/MENU when Passive
Relock Remote Door Door Lock is highlighted. Turn the
TUNE/MENU knob to select Off, On,
When on, the doors will or On with Active Horn Chirp. Press
automatically lock after a period of TUNE/MENU to confirm and go
time if the vehicle is not entered or back to the last menu.
exited.
Press TUNE/MENU when Relock
Remote Door is highlighted. Turn
the TUNE/MENU knob to select On
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Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter
system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quick and
System that does not have the stop and accurate transmission of the
reverse feature. This includes any radio-frequency signal.
See Radio Frequency Statement on
garage door opener model
page 13-12. Programming the Universal
manufactured before April 1, 1982.
Remote System
Universal Remote System Read these instructions completely
For questions or help programming
before programming the Universal
Programming Remote system. It may help to have the Universal Remote system, call
another person assist with the 1-800-355-3515 or see
programming process. www.homelink.com.
Keep the original hand-held Programming involves
transmitter for use in other vehicles time-sensitive actions, and may time
as well as for future programming. out causing the procedure to be
Erase the programming when repeated.
vehicle ownership is terminated. To program up to three devices:
If equipped, these buttons are in the See “Erasing Universal Remote
overhead console. System Buttons” later in this 1. Hold the end of the hand-held
section. transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to
This system can replace up to three 3 in) away from the Universal
remote control transmitters used to To program a garage door opener, Remote system buttons with the
activate devices such as garage park outside directly in line with and indicator light in view. The
door openers, security systems, and facing the garage door opener hand-held transmitter was
home automation devices. These receiver. Clear all people and supplied by the manufacturer of
instructions refer to a garage door objects near the garage door. the garage door opener receiver.
opener, but can be used for other
devices.
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does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote System
the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during
for two seconds, then release it. programming.
Operation
Again, if the door does not move If the programming did not work, Using the Universal Remote
or the garage door lamp does replace Step 2 under “Programming System
not flash, press and hold the the Universal Remote System” with
same button a third time for Press and hold the appropriate
the following: Universal Remote system button for
two seconds, then release it.
Press and hold the Universal at least one-half second. The
The Universal Remote system Remote system button while indicator light will come on while the
should now activate the pressing and releasing the signal is being transmitted.
garage door. hand-held transmitter button every
Repeat the process for two seconds until the signal has Erasing Universal Remote
programming the two remaining been successfully accepted by the System Buttons
buttons. Universal Remote system. The Erase all programmed buttons when
Universal Remote system indicator vehicle ownership is terminated.
Radio Signals for Canada and light will flash slowly at first and then
Some Gate Operators rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under To erase:
For questions or programming help “Programming the Universal Remote 1. Press and hold the two outside
call 1-800-355-3515 or see System” to complete. buttons until the indicator light
www.homelink.com. begins to flash. This should take
about 10 seconds.
Canadian radio-frequency laws and
some U.S. gate operators require 2. Release both buttons.
transmitter signals to time out or quit
after several seconds of
transmission. This may not be long
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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 6-1
6-2 Lighting
Lighting 6-3
This vehicle may have a DRL There is a light sensor on top of the not operating, these lamps turn off.
disabling function. When the DRL instrument panel. Do not cover the Move the exterior lamp control to P
are on and a turn signal is activated, sensor, otherwise the headlamps
or ; to disable this feature.
the DRL on that side will be off until will come on when they are not
the turn signal goes off. needed.
Hazard Warning Flashers
The system may also turn on the
Automatic Headlamp headlamps when driving through a
System parking garage or tunnel.
When the exterior lamp control is When it is bright enough outside,
set to AUTO and it is dark enough the headlamps will turn off or may
outside, the headlamps come on change to Daytime Running
automatically. Lamps (DRL).
The automatic headlamp system
turns off when the exterior lamp
control is turned to O or the ignition
is off.
Lights On with Wipers
If the windshield wipers are
activated in daylight with the engine
| (Hazard Warning Flashers):
Press this button to make the front
on, and the exterior lamp control is
and rear turn signal lamps flash on
in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
and off. Press again to turn the
lamps, and other exterior lamps
flashers off.
come on. The transition time for the
lamps coming on varies based on The hazard warning flashers turn on
wiper speed. When the wipers are automatically if the airbags deploy.
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6-4 Lighting
Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane If the fog lamps are turned on while
change, the arrow flashes rapidly or the exterior lamp control is in the
Signals does not come on, a signal bulb AUTO position, the headlamps
may be burned out. come on automatically.
Have any burned out bulbs # (Fog Lamps, If Equipped):
replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, Press to turn on or off. An indicator
check the fuse. See Fuses on light on the instrument cluster
page 10-34. comes on when the fog lamps
are on.
Fog Lamps Some localities have laws that
require the headlamps to be on
along with the fog lamps.
Move the turn signal lever all the
way up or down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
flashes in the direction of the turn or
lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane To turn on the fog lamps,
change is completed. If the lever is if equipped, the ignition and the
briefly pressed and released, the headlamps or parking lamps must
turn signal flashes three times. be on.
The turn signal can be turned off
manually by moving the lever back
to its original position.
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Lighting 6-5
6-6 Lighting
Lighting 6-7
Battery Load A high electrical load occurs when Normally, these actions occur in
several of the following are on, such steps or levels, without being
Management as: headlamps, high beams, fog noticeable. In rare cases at the
The vehicle has Electric Power lamps, rear window defogger, highest levels of corrective action,
Management (EPM), which climate control fan at high speed, this action may be noticeable to the
estimates the battery's temperature heated seats, engine cooling fans, driver. If so, a DIC message might
and state of charge. It then adjusts trailer loads, and loads plugged into be displayed and it is recommended
the voltage for best performance accessory power outlets. that the driver reduce the electrical
and extended life of the battery. EPM works to prevent excessive loads as much as possible. See
discharge of the battery. It does this Battery Voltage and Charging
When the battery's state of charge
by balancing the generator's output Messages on page 5-24.
is low, the voltage is raised slightly
to quickly bring the charge back up. and the vehicle's electrical needs.
When the state of charge is high, It can increase engine idle speed to
the voltage is lowered slightly to generate more power, whenever
prevent overcharging. If the vehicle needed. It can temporarily reduce
has a voltage display on the Driver the power demands of some
Information Center (DIC), you may accessories.
see the voltage move up or down.
This is normal. If there is a problem,
an alert will be displayed.
The battery can be discharged at
idle if the electrical loads are very
high. This is true for all vehicles.
This is because the generator
(alternator) may not be spinning fast
enough at idle to produce all the
power that is needed for very high
electrical loads.
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6-8 Lighting
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
The theft-deterrent feature works by
learning a portion of the Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) to the
infotainment system. The
infotainment system does not
operate if it is stolen or moved to a
different vehicle.
Overview
Infotainment System Overview
Radio faceplate examples are Radio with CD
provided to help identify buttons and
to help understand the functions of 1. VOL/ O (Volume/Power) 3. CD/AUX
the radio. Find the faceplate that . Selects the CD player or
. Turns the system on or off
best matches the vehicle for a external audio source.
and adjusts the volume.
description.
2. FAV (Favorites)
. Selects a connected
external audio source.
. Opens the favorites list.
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Turning a Function On or Off Press the BACK / button to delete Adjusting the Treble, Midrange,
the last character in the sequence and Bass
or press and hold to delete the
entire character sequence.
Audio Settings
The audio settings can be set for
each radio band and each audio
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to player source.
highlight the function. 1. Press the TONE button.
To quickly reset an audio setting
2. Press TUNE/MENU to turn the value to 0: 2. Select Treble, Midrange,
function on or off. or Bass.
1. Press the TONE button.
Entering a Character Sequence 3. Select the value.
2. Select the audio setting.
3. Press and hold TUNE/MENU Press the BACK / button to go
until the value changes to 0. back to the Tone Settings menu.
3. Select the value. road and wind noise as the vehicle To configure the number of available
speeds up or slows down, so that favorite pages:
Press the BACK / button to go the volume level is consistent.
back to the Tone Settings menu. 1. Press the CONFIG button.
The level of volume compensation 2. Select Radio Settings.
Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) can be selected, or the auto volume
For vehicles that have an equalizer: feature can be turned off. 3. Select Radio Favorites.
1. Press the TONE button. 1. Press the CONFIG button. 4. Select the number of available
favorite pages.
2. Select EQ. 2. Select Radio Settings.
3. Select Speed compensated 5. Press the BACK / button to go
3. Select the setting. back to the System
volume.
Press the BACK / button to go Configuration menu.
4. Select the setting.
back to the Tone Settings menu. Auto Volume
5. Press BACK / button to go back
System Settings to the System The auto volume feature
Configuration menu. automatically adjusts the radio
Speed Compensated Volume
volume to compensate for road and
Configuring the Number of wind noise as the vehicle speeds up
Favorite Pages or slows down, so that the volume
level is consistent.
The level of volume compensation
can be selected, or the auto volume
feature can be turned off.
The Speed Compensated Volume
feature automatically adjusts the
radio volume to compensate for
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To search for a programming type To cancel the station search, press Satellite Radio
determined by station: TUNE/MENU.
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob.
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
Storing a Station as a Favorite Service
2. Select FM category list. A list of Stations from all bands can be
all programming types available If equipped, vehicles with a
stored in any order in the favorite SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a
displays. pages. SiriusXM satellite radio subscription
3. Select the programming type. Up to six stations can be stored in can receive SiriusXM programming.
A list of stations that transmit each favorite page and the number
programming of the selected SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
of available favorite pages can based in the 48 contiguous United
type displays. be set. States and 10 Canadian provinces.
4. Select the station. Storing Stations SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
The category lists are updated variety of programming and
To store the station to a position in commercial-free music, coast to
when the station lists are the list, press the corresponding
updated. coast, and in digital-quality sound.
button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard. A service fee is required to receive
Updating Station & Category Lists Retrieving Stations the SiriusXM service. For more
If stations stored in the station list information, see www.siriusxm.com
Press the FAV button to open a or 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), and
can no longer be received: favorite page or to switch to another www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. favorite page. Briefly press one of (Canada).
the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve the
2. Select Update AM or FM Station When SiriusXM is active, the
station.
List, if the stations stored in the channel name and number,
station list are no longer category name, song title, and artist
received. A station search will be display on the screen.
completed and the first station in
the updated list will play.
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Audio Players To avoid damage to the CD player: Press Z to eject a disc from the
. Do not use scratched or CD player.
CD Player damaged discs.
Playing an Audio CD
The player can be used for CDs
. Do not apply labels to discs. The
CD/AUX: Press to use the CD
and MP3s. labels could get caught in the
player.
player.
With the ignition on, insert a CD into w j (Play/Pause): Use to start,
the slot, label side up. The player
. Insert only one disc at a time.
pause, or resume play.
pulls it in and begins playing. . Keep the loading slot free of
foreign materials, liquids, and
© SEEK ¨:
The vehicle must be in P (Park) for
video to display. debris. . Press © to seek to the beginning
If a description label is needed, try of the current or previous track.
The system is capable of playing:
labeling the top of the disc using a If the track has been playing for
. Most audio CDs marking pen. less than five seconds, it seeks
. CD-R the previous track. If longer than
Loading and Ejecting Discs five seconds, the current track
. CD-RW starts from the beginning.
To load a disc:
. MP3 or unprotected WMA
1. Turn the ignition on. . Press and hold © to quickly
formats
2. Insert a disc into the slot. The reverse through a track. Release
When playing any compatible the button to return to playing
player pulls it in the rest of the
recordable disc, the sound quality speed.
way. If the disc is damaged or
can be reduced due to disc quality,
improperly loaded, there is an . For AM or FM, press © to seek
the method of recording, the quality
error and the disc ejects. to the previous strong station.
of the music or video that has been
recorded, or the way the disc has The disc automatically plays once
been handled. loaded.
. Press ¨ to seek the next track.
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Connecting and Controlling a Shuffle Functionality When a device is not supported, the
PlaysForSure Device (PFD) Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set message “No supported data found.
or Zune Shuffle Songs (Random) to On You can safely disconnect the
or Off. device” appears.
Connecting a PFD or Zune
On: Plays current tracks in random Connecting a USB Drive
Connect the PFD or Zune to the
USB port in the center console. order. Connect the USB drive to the USB
Off: Plays current tracks in port in the center console.
Searching for a Track sequential order. Searching for a Track
Tracks can be searched for by:
Repeat Functionality It is normal for the search feature to
. Playlists take some time to display the
Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set
. Artists Repeat to On or Off. information after reading the device
due to the amount of information
. Albums Repeat On: Repeats the current stored.
. Song Titles track.
Files that do not have any meta
. Podcasts Repeat Off: Playback starts from data stored in the ID3 tag display as
the beginning of the current track Unknown.
. Genres after the last track finishes.
To search for tracks: Tracks can be searched for by:
Connecting and Controlling a . Playlists*
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. USB Drive
2. Select Search.
. Artists
The infotainment system can only
3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, play back .mp3 and .wma files from . Albums
Song Titles, Podcasts, a USB drive. . Song Titles
or Genres. Only the first 10,000 songs are . Genres
4. Select the track. recognized on the device. . Folder View
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To select the Bluetooth Music Setup 3. After the system determines 2. Select the new device.
menu when a device is not attached what type of Bluetooth device is To connect a paired device when
to the USB port, or when a device is being paired, the Bluetooth another device is connected to the
attached to the USB port but not device will need to be put into infotainment system:
active: discovery mode.
1. Select the Select Device option
1. Press the CD/AUX button until 4. Some devices may require a from the Bluetooth Music
AUX is the active source. Personal Identification Number Setup menu.
2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. (PIN) in order to complete the
pairing process. Locate the 2. Select the new device.
3. Select Bluetooth Music Setup. device named “GMusicConnect” 3. The active device is
To select the Bluetooth Music Setup in the list on the Bluetooth disconnected from the system
menu when a Bluetooth device is device and follow the and the new device is
connected and active: instructions on the device to connected.
enter the four-digit PIN provided
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. by the infotainment system. Removing a Device
2. Select Bluetooth Music Setup. Connecting to a Device 1. Select Remove Device from the
Pairing a Device Bluetooth Music Setup menu.
Once a device is paired to the
1. Select Connect To New Device infotainment system, it can be 2. Select the device.
from the Bluetooth Music connected to the infotainment 3. The device is removed from the
Setup menu. system. system.
2. The system asks a series of To connect a paired device when no Before connecting to the removed
Yes/No questions to determine other device is connected to the device again, it will need to paired
what type of device is being infotainment system: to the infotainment system.
paired. 1. Select the Select Device option
from the Bluetooth Music
Setup menu.
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5. Start the pairing process on the 2. Select Phone Settings or 4. Select Device List.
cell phone to be paired to the Bluetooth Settings. 5. Select the new phone to connect
vehicle. See the cell phone 3. Select Bluetooth. to and follow the on screen
manufacturer's user guide for prompts.
information on this process. 4. Select Device List.
If delete is selected, the
6. Locate the device named “Your Deleting a Paired Phone highlighted phone will be
Vehicle” in the list on the cell 1. Press the CONFIG button. deleted.
phone. Follow the instructions
on the cell phone to enter the 2. Select Phone Settings or Making a Call Using the
PIN provided in Step 4. After the Bluetooth Settings. Phone Book
PIN is successfully entered, the 3. Select Bluetooth.
system prompts you to provide a For cell phones that support the
name for the paired cell phone. 4. Select Device List. phone book feature, the Bluetooth
This name will be used to system can use the contacts stored
5. Select the phone to delete and
indicate which phones are on your cell phone to make calls.
follow the on screen prompts.
paired and connected to the See your cell phone manufacturer's
vehicle. The system responds Connecting to a Different Phone user guide or contact your wireless
with “<Phone name> has been provider to find out if this feature is
To connect to a different phone, the
successfully paired” after the supported by your phone.
new phone must be in the vehicle
pairing process is complete. and available to be connected to the When a cell phone supports the
7. Repeat Steps 1-6 to pair Bluetooth system before the phone book feature, the Phone
additional phones. process is started. Book and Call Lists menus are
automatically available.
1. Press the CONFIG button.
Listing All Paired and Connected
The Phone Book menu allows you
Phones 2. Select Phone Settings or
to access the phone book stored in
1. Press the CONFIG button. Bluetooth Settings.
the cell phone to make a call.
3. Select Bluetooth.
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The Call Lists menu allows you to 3. Select the Incoming Calls, Declining a Call
access the phone numbers from the Outgoing Calls, or Missed Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and Calls list. “Decline” and press the TUNE/
Missed Calls menus on your cell 4. Select the name or number you MENU knob to decline the call.
phone to make a call. want to call.
To make a call using the Phone Call Waiting
Book menu: Making a Call If equipped, call waiting must be
To make a call: supported on the Bluetooth phone
1. Press v / > once or twice and enabled by the wireless service
(depending on the radio). 1. Press v / > once or twice carrier to work.
2. Select Phone Book. (depending on the radio).
Accepting a Call
3. Search through the list by 2. Enter the character sequence.
Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
selecting the letter group the 3. Select Call to start dialing the “Answer” and press the TUNE/
phone book entry begins with, number. MENU knob to accept the call.
or press the TUNE/MENU button
to scroll through the entire list of Accepting or Declining a Call Declining a Call
names/numbers in the When an incoming call is received, Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
phone book. the infotainment system mutes and “Decline” and press the TUNE/
4. Select the name or number you a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. MENU knob to decline the call.
want to call. Accepting a Call Switching Between Calls (Call
To make a call using the Call Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Waiting Calls Only)
Lists menu: “Answer” and press the TUNE/ To switch between calls:
1. Press v / > once or twice MENU knob to accept the call.
1. Turn or press the TUNE/
(depending on the radio). MENU knob.
2. Select Call Lists.
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Pairing Information different paired phone, see This name will be used to
. A Bluetooth phone with MP3 “Connecting to a Different indicate which phones are
capability cannot be paired to Phone” later in this section. paired and connected to the
the vehicle as a phone and an vehicle. The system responds
Pairing a Phone with “<Phone name> has been
MP3 player at the same time.
Pairing as a MP3 player may not 1. Press b / g. The system successfully paired” after the
be available on all vehicles. responds “Ready,” followed by pairing process is complete.
a tone. 6. Repeat Steps 1−5 to pair
. Up to five cell phones can be
paired to the Bluetooth system. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command additional phones.
can be skipped. Listing All Paired and Connected
. The pairing process is disabled
when the vehicle is moving. 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds Phones
with instructions and a four-digit The system can list all cell phones
. Pairing only needs to be Personal Identification Number
completed once, unless the paired to it. If a paired cell phone is
(PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5. also connected to the vehicle, the
pairing information on the cell
phone changes or the cell phone 4. Start the pairing process on the system responds with “is connected”
is deleted from the system. cell phone that you want to pair. after that phone name.
For help with this process, see
. Only one paired cell phone can 1. Press b / g. The system
your cell phone manufacturer's
be connected to the Bluetooth user guide. responds “Ready,” followed by
system at a time. a tone.
5. Locate the device named “Your
. If multiple paired cell phones are Vehicle” in the list on the cell 2. Say “Bluetooth.”
within range of the system, the phone. Follow the instructions 3. Say “List.”
system connects to the first on the cell phone to enter the
available paired cell phone in the PIN provided in Step 3. After the
order that they were first paired PIN is successfully entered, the
to the system. To connect to a system prompts you to provide a
name for the paired cell phone.
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To hear all of the numbers Using the “Delete All Name Tags” Making a Call
recognized by the system, say Command
Calls can be made using the
“Verify” at any time. This command deletes all stored following commands.
1. Press b / g. The system name tags in the Hands-Free
Dial or Call: The call command
responds “Ready,” followed by Calling Directory and the
can be used to call a phone number
a tone. Destinations Directory.
or a stored name tag
2. Say “Digit Store.” To delete all name tags:
Digit Dial: This command allows a
3. Say each digit, one at a time, 1. Press b / g. The system phone number to be dialed by
that you want to store. After responds “Ready,” followed by entering the digits one at a time.
each digit is entered, the system a tone. Re-dial: This command is used to
repeats back the digit it heard 2. Say “Delete all name tags.” dial the last number used on the cell
followed by a tone. After the last phone.
digit has been entered, say Listing Stored Numbers
“Store,” and then follow the Using the “Dial” or “Call”
The list command will list all stored Command
directions given by the system to
numbers and name tags.
save a name tag for this number. 1. Press b / g. The system
Using the “List” Command responds “Ready,” followed by
Using the “Delete” Command
1. Press b / g. The system a tone.
1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.”
responds “Ready,” followed by
a tone.
a tone. 3. Say the entire number without
2. Say “Directory.” pausing or say the name tag.
2. Say “Delete.”
3. Say “Hands-Free Calling.” Once connected, the person called
3. Say the name tag you want to
delete. 4. Say “List.” will be heard through the audio
speakers.
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Calling 911 Emergency To hear all of the numbers Once connected, the person called
recognized by the system, say will be heard through the audio
1. Press b / g. The system “Verify” at any time. speakers.
responds “Ready,” followed by
a tone. 1. Press b / g. The system Receiving a Call
2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” responds “Ready,” followed by When an incoming call is received,
a tone. the audio system mutes and a ring
3. Say “911” without pausing. Say
2. Say “Digit Dial.” tone is heard in the vehicle.
“Dial” or “Call.”
Once connected, the person called 3. Say each digit, one at a time, . Press b / g to answer the call.
will be heard through the audio that you want to dial. After each
digit is entered, the system . Press $ / i to ignore a call.
speakers.
repeats back the digit it heard
Using the “Digit Dial” Command followed by a tone. After the last Call Waiting
The digit dial command allows a digit has been entered, If equipped, call waiting must be
phone number to be dialed by say “Dial.” supported on the cell phone and
entering the digits one at a time. Once connected, the person called enabled by the wireless service
After each digit is entered, the will be heard through the audio carrier.
system repeats back the digit it speakers. . Press b / g to answer an
heard followed by a tone. incoming call when another call
Using the “Re-dial” Command
If an unwanted number is is active. The original call is
recognized by the system, say 1. Press b / g. The system placed on hold.
“Clear” at any time to clear the last responds “Ready,” followed by
number. a tone.
. Press b / g again to return to
the original call.
2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The
system dials the last number . To ignore the incoming call, no
called from the connected cell action is required.
phone.
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. Press $ / i to disconnect the To mute a call, press b / g , and To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth
current call and switch to the call then say “Mute Call.” System from a Cell Phone
on hold. During a call with the audio on the
To cancel mute, press b / g , and
Three-Way Calling then say “Un-mute Call.” cell phone, press b / g. The audio
If equipped, three-way calling must transfers to the vehicle. If the audio
be supported on the cell phone and
Transferring a Call does not transfer to the vehicle, use
enabled by the wireless service Audio can be transferred between the audio transfer feature on the cell
the Bluetooth system and the cell phone. See your cell phone
carrier.
phone. manufacturer's user guide.
1. While on a call, press b / g. Voice Pass-Thru
The cell phone must be paired and
2. Say “Three-way call.” connected with the Bluetooth Voice pass-thru allows access to the
3. Use the dial or call command to system before a call can be voice recognition commands on the
dial the number of the third party transferred. The connection process cell phone. See your cell phone
to be called. can take up to two minutes after the manufacturer's user guide to see if
ignition is turned to ON/RUN. the cell phone supports this feature.
4. Once the call is connected,
press b / g to connect all To Transfer Audio from the To access contacts stored in the cell
callers together. Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone phone:
During a call with the audio in the 1. Press b / g. The system
Ending a Call vehicle: responds “Ready,” followed by
Press $ / i to end a call. 1. Press b / g. a tone.
Muting a Call 2. Say “Transfer Call.” 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command
can be skipped.
During a call, all sounds from inside
the vehicle can be muted so that the 3. Say “Voice.” The system
person on the other end of the call responds “OK, accessing
cannot hear them. <phone name>.”
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Certain climate control settings can Fan Control: Turn the knob # (Air Conditioning): Press to
lead to higher fuel usage and/or clockwise or counterclockwise to turn the air conditioning on or off.
fewer auto stops. increase or decrease the fan speed. If the fan is turned off or the outside
The following are climate control Air Delivery Modes: Press Y, \, temperature falls below freezing, the
settings that use more fuel: air conditioner will not run and the
[ , or - to change the direction of indicator light turns off.
. Comfort air conditioning mode. the airflow. An indicator light comes
on in the selected mode button. # (Comfort/Eco Air
. Defrost mode. Conditioning): Press to cycle
. Setting the climate control to the
Y (Vent): Air is directed to the
between the off, comfort, and eco
instrument panel outlets.
coldest or hottest temperature. (economy) air conditioning modes.
. High fan speed settings.
\ (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the The indicator will be lit in comfort
instrument panel outlets and the and eco modes and turns off when
To help reduce fuel usage: floor outlets. there is no A/C function. If the fan is
. Use eco air conditioning, instead [ (Floor): Air is directed to the turned off or the outside
of the comfort air conditioning. floor outlets. temperature falls below freezing, the
air conditioner will not run and the
. Select a temperature setting that - (Defog): Air is directed to the indicator light turns off.
is higher in hot weather and windshield and floor outlets to clear
lower in cold weather. the windows of fog or moisture. For eco a/c, press #. The indicator
will turn green. This setting
. Turn off the air conditioning 0 (Defrost): Press to clear the balances fuel economy and air
when it is not needed. windshield of fog or frost more
conditioning comfort. In warm
. Only use defrost to clear the quickly. Air is directed to the
weather conditions, auto stops may
windows. windshield and side window outlets.
occur more frequently and the
Temperature Control: Turn the For best results, clear all snow and vehicle interior may be warmer as
knob clockwise or counterclockwise ice from the windshield before compared to the comfort air
to increase or decrease the driver or defrosting. conditioning. This setting allows
passenger temperature setting.
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- (Defog): Air is directed to the # (Comfort/Eco Air Conditioning auto stop, the engine will restart if
windshield and floor outlets to clear (For Stop/Start Vehicles)): Press the air conditioner is off and AUTO
the windows of fog or moisture. to cycle between the off, comfort, or # is selected.
0 (Defrost): Press to clear the and eco (economy) air conditioning
If temperature controls are adjusted
windshield of fog or frost more modes. The indicator will be lit in
cooler by more than 1°C (1°F)
quickly. Air is directed to the comfort and eco modes and turns
during an auto stop, the engine will
windshield and side window outlets. off when there is no A/C function.
restart to ensure that comfort is
If the fan is turned off or the outside
For best results, clear all snow and reached.
temperature falls below freezing, the
ice from the windshield before air conditioner will not run and the For comfort a/c, press # again.
defrosting. indicator light turns off. The indicator will turn amber.
# (Air Conditioning (For For eco a/c, press #. The indicator
Non-Stop/Start Vehicles)): Press Pressing # again cancels
will turn green. This setting automatic air conditioning and turns
to turn the air conditioning on or off. balances fuel economy and air
If the fan is turned off or the outside off the air conditioner. Press AUTO
conditioning comfort. In warm to return to automatic operation and
temperature falls below freezing, the weather conditions, auto stops may
air conditioner will not run and the the air conditioner runs
occur more frequently and the automatically as needed. When the
indicator light turns off. vehicle interior may be warmer as indicator light is on, the air
Press AUTO to return to automatic compared to the comfort air conditioner runs automatically to
operation and the air conditioner conditioning. This setting allows cool the air inside the vehicle or to
runs as needed. When the indicator higher humidity inside the vehicle dry the air needed to defog the
light is on, the air conditioner runs and window fogging before the windshield faster.
automatically to cool the air inside engine restarts.
the vehicle or to dry the air needed h (Recirculation): Press to turn
to defog the windshield faster. Pressing the 0 button during an on recirculation. An indicator light
auto stop will restart the engine to comes on. Air is recirculated to
prevent window fogging. To reach
comfort levels quickly during an
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quickly cool the inside of the vehicle The rear window defogger turns off system may run when the vehicle is
or prevent outside air and odors automatically after about started remotely. The system uses
from entering. 10 minutes. If turned on again, it the driver’s previous settings to heat
Auto Defog: The climate control runs for about five minutes before or cool the inside of the vehicle. The
system has a sensor that turning off. At higher speeds, the rear defog may come on during
automatically detects high humidity rear window defogger may stay on remote start based on cold ambient
inside the vehicle. When high continuously. conditions. The rear defog indicator
humidity is detected, the climate If equipped with heated outside light does not come on during a
control system may adjust to rearview mirrors, they turn on with remote start. The front heated seats
outside air supply and turn on the the rear window defogger and help will turn on if it is cold outside. The
air conditioner. The fan speed may to clear fog or frost from the surface heated seat indicator lights do not
slightly increase to help prevent of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors on come on during a remote start.
fogging. If the climate control page 2-19. Sensors
system does not detect possible
The solar sensor on top of the
window fogging, it returns to normal
operation. To turn Auto Defog off or
{ Caution instrument panel near the
on, see “Climate and Air Quality” Using a razor blade or sharp windshield monitors the solar heat.
under Vehicle Personalization on object on the inside rear window The climate control system uses the
page 5-31. can damage the antenna or sensor information to adjust the
M or L (Heated Seats, If defogger. Repairs would not be temperature, fan speed,
Equipped): Press to turn the covered by the vehicle warranty. recirculation, and air delivery mode
heated seats on or off. See Heated Do not stick anything to the rear for best comfort.
Front Seats on page 3-7. window. If the sensor is covered, the
automatic climate control system
Rear Window Defogger may not work properly.
Remote Start Climate Control
= (Rear Window Defogger): Operation: If equipped with the
Press to turn the rear window remote start, the climate control
defogger on or off.
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Maintenance
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The filter removes dust, pollen, and
other airborne irritants from outside
air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The filter should be replaced as part
of routine scheduled maintenance;
see Maintenance Schedule on
page 11-2. To find out what type of 2. Disconnect the glove box door 4. Release the retainer clips (1)
filter to use, see Maintenance dampener string from the glove holding the service door. Open
Replacement Parts on page 11-12. box door assembly. Please note: the service door and remove the
1. Open the glove box completely. a pen or pencil may be inserted old filter (2).
through the end of the dampener 5. Install the new air filter.
string to prevent the string from
slipping inside the door 6. Close the service door and
assembly. retainer clips.
3. Squeeze both sides of the glove 7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the
box door to open beyond the glove box.
stops. See your dealer if additional
assistance is needed.
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Service
All vehicles have a label underhood
that identifies the refrigerant used in
the vehicle. The refrigerant system
should only be serviced by trained
and certified technicians. The air
conditioning evaporator should
never be repaired or replaced by
one from a salvage vehicle.
It should only be replaced by a new
evaporator to ensure proper and
safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants
should be reclaimed with proper
equipment. Venting refrigerants
directly to the atmosphere is harmful
to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite,
or other health-based concerns.
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If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it Steering in Emergencies
vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel and is . There are some situations when
normally but do not pump the held against that position for an
steering around a problem may
brakes. Doing so could make the extended period of time, power
be more effective than braking.
pedal harder to push down. If the steering assist may be reduced.
engine stops, there will be some . Holding both sides of the
If the steering assist is used for an
power brake assist but it will be steering wheel allows you to turn
extended period of time, power
used when the brake is applied. 180 degrees without removing
assist may be reduced.
Once the power assist is used up, it a hand.
can take longer to stop and the Normal use of the power steering . The Antilock Brake System
brake pedal will be harder to push. assist should return when the
(ABS) allows steering while
system cools down.
braking.
Steering See specific vehicle steering
messages under Service Vehicle Off-Road Recovery
Electric Power Steering Messages on page 5-29. See your
The vehicle has electric power dealer if there is a problem.
steering. It does not have power
steering fluid. Regular maintenance Curve Tips
is not required. . Take curves at a reasonable
If power steering assist is lost due speed.
to a system malfunction, the vehicle . Reduce speed before entering a
can be steered, but may require curve.
increased effort. . Maintain a reasonable steady
See your dealer if there is a speed through the curve.
problem. . Wait until the vehicle is out of
the curve before accelerating
gently into the straightaway.
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If it takes some time for help to the vehicle out after a few tries, it
arrive, now and then when you run Warning (Continued) might need to be towed out. If the
the engine, push the accelerator vehicle does need to be towed out,
pedal slightly so the engine runs vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle on
faster than the idle speed. This engine compartment fire or other page 10-79.
keeps the battery charged to restart damage. Spin the wheels as little
the vehicle and to signal for help as possible and avoid going Vehicle Load Limits
with the headlamps. Do this as little above 56 km/h (35 mph).
as possible to save fuel. It is very important to know how
much weight the vehicle can
Rocking the Vehicle to Get
If the Vehicle Is Stuck carry. This weight is called the
it Out
vehicle capacity weight and
Slowly and cautiously spin the Turn the steering wheel left and includes the weight of all
wheels to free the vehicle when right to clear the area around the
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. occupants, cargo, and all
front wheels. Turn off any traction nonfactory-installed options.
If stuck too severely for the traction system. Shift back and forth
Two labels on the vehicle show
system to free the vehicle, turn the between R (Reverse) and a low
forward gear, spinning the wheels how much weight it may
traction system off and use the
rocking method. See Traction as little as possible. To prevent properly carry, the Tire and
Control/Electronic Stability Control transmission wear, wait until the Loading Information label and
on page 9-29. wheels stop spinning before shifting the Certification label.
gears. Release the accelerator
{ Warning pedal while shifting, and press
lightly on the accelerator pedal
{ Warning
If the vehicle's tires spin at high when the transmission is in gear. Do not load the vehicle any
speed, they can explode, and you Slowly spinning the wheels in the heavier than the Gross
or others could be injured. The forward and reverse directions Vehicle Weight Rating
causes a rocking motion that could
(Continued) free the vehicle. If that does not get (Continued)
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Example 2 Example 3
fuel, and cargo. Never exceed If you put things inside the
the GVWR for the vehicle, or the vehicle — like suitcases, tools, Warning (Continued)
Gross Axle Weight Rating packages, or anything . Never stack heavier
(GAWR) for either the front or else — they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases,
rear axle. vehicle goes. If you have to stop inside the vehicle so that
And, if there is a heavy load, it or turn quickly, or if there is a some of them are above
should be spread out. See crash, they will keep going. the tops of the seats.
“Steps for Determining Correct
Load Limit” earlier in this { Warning . Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
section. Things inside the vehicle can in the vehicle.
strike and injure people in a
{ Warning sudden stop or turn, or in a
. Secure loose items in the
vehicle.
Do not load the vehicle any crash.
. Do not leave a seat folded
heavier than the Gross . Put things in the cargo down unless needed.
Vehicle Weight Rating area of the vehicle. In the
(GVWR), or either the cargo area, put them as
maximum front or rear Gross far forward as possible.
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Try to spread the weight
This can cause systems to evenly.
break and change the way the (Continued)
vehicle handles. This could
cause loss of control and a
crash. Overloading can also
shorten the life of the vehicle.
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Driver Information Center (DIC). automatic transmission, the shift With the ignition off, pressing the
See Transmission Messages on lever must be in P (Park) to turn button one time without the brake
page 5-30. When the vehicle is the ignition switch to the OFF pedal applied will place the ignition
shifted into P (Park), the ignition position. system in ACC/ACCESSORY.
system will switch to OFF. 4. Set the parking brake. See The ignition will switch from ACC/
Do not turn the engine off when the Parking Brake on page 9-28. ACCESSORY to OFF after
vehicle is moving. This will cause a five minutes to prevent battery
loss of power assist in the brake
and steering systems and disable
{ Warning run down.
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator
the airbags. Turning off the vehicle while Light): This mode is for driving and
If the vehicle must be shut off in an moving may cause loss of power starting. With the ignition off, and
emergency: assist in the brake and steering the brake pedal applied, pressing
systems and disable the airbags. the button once will place the
1. Brake using a firm and steady While driving, only shut the
pressure. Do not pump the ignition system in ON/RUN/START.
vehicle off in an emergency. Once engine cranking begins,
brakes repeatedly. This may
deplete power assist, requiring release the button. Engine cranking
increased brake pedal force. If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, will continue until the engine starts.
and must be shut off while driving, See Starting the Engine on
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). page 9-18. The ignition will then
This can be done while the press and hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button for longer than remain in ON/RUN.
vehicle is moving. After shifting
to N (Neutral), firmly apply the two seconds, or press twice in Service Only Mode
brakes and steer the vehicle to a five seconds.
This power mode is available for
safe location. ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber service and diagnostics, and to
3. Come to a complete stop, shift Indicator Light): This mode allows verify the proper operation of the
to P (Park), and turn the ignition you to use some electrical malfunction indicator lamp as may
to OFF. On vehicles with an accessories when the engine is off. be required for emission inspection
purposes. With the vehicle off, and
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the brake pedal not applied, The ignition switch has four different This is the only position from which
pressing and holding the button for positions. the key can be removed. This locks
more than five seconds will place the ignition and automatic
the vehicle in Service Only Mode.
The instruments and audio systems
{ Caution transmission.
Do not turn the engine off when the
will operate as they do in ON/RUN, Using a tool to force the key to vehicle is moving. This will cause a
but the vehicle will not be able to be turn in the ignition could cause loss of power assist in the brake
driven. The engine will not start in damage to the switch or break the and steering systems, and disable
Service Only Mode. Push the button key. Use the correct key, make the airbags.
again to turn the vehicle off. sure it is all the way in, and turn it
If the vehicle must be shut off in an
only with your hand. If the key
Ignition Positions (Key emergency:
cannot be turned by hand, see
Access) your dealer. 1. Brake using a firm and steady
pressure. Do not pump the
brakes repeatedly. This may
The key must be fully extended to deplete power assist, requiring
start the vehicle. increased brake pedal force.
To shift out of P (Park), turn the 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).
ignition to ON/RUN and apply the This can be done while the
brake pedal. vehicle is moving. After shifting
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ to N (Neutral), firmly apply the
OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, brakes and steer the vehicle to a
turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ safe location.
OFF to turn the engine off. Retained 3. Come to a complete stop, shift
Accessory Power (RAP) will remain to P (Park), and turn the ignition
active. See Retained Accessory to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with
Power (RAP) on page 9-21. an automatic transmission, the
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shift lever must be in P (Park) to 3 (ON/RUN): The ignition switch A warning tone sounds when the
turn the ignition switch to the stays in this position when the driver door is opened when the
LOCK/OFF position. engine is running. This position can ignition is still in ACC/ACCESSORY
4. Set the parking brake. See be used to operate the electrical and the key is in the ignition. If the
Parking Brake on page 9-28. accessories, including the ignition becomes difficult to turn,
ventilation fan and 12-volt power see Keys on page 2-1.
outlets, as well as to display some
{ Warning warning and indicator lights. This Key Lock Release
position can also be used for
Turning off the vehicle while
service and diagnostics, and to
moving may cause loss of power verify the proper operation of the
assist in the brake and steering malfunction indicator lamp as may
systems and disable the airbags. be required for emission inspection
While driving, only shut the purposes. The transmission is also
vehicle off in an emergency. unlocked in this position.
The battery could be drained if the
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY
and must be shut off while driving, or ON/RUN position with the engine
turn the ignition to ACC/ off. The vehicle might not restart if
ACCESSORY. the battery is allowed to drain for an
2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This extended period of time.
position provides power to some of Vehicles with an automatic
4 (START): This position starts the transmission are equipped with an
the electrical accessories. It unlocks engine. When the engine starts,
the ignition. To move the key from electronic key lock release system.
release the key. The ignition switch This system is to prevent ignition
ACC/ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, will return to ON/RUN for normal
the shift lever must be in P (Park). key removal unless the shift lever is
driving. in P (Park).
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or 0°F), it could be flooded with Stop/Start System stopped, the tachometer displays
too much gasoline. Try pushing AUTO STOP. See Tachometer on
the accelerator pedal all the way
to the floor and holding it there
{ Warning page 5-9. When the brake pedal is
released or the accelerator pedal
as you hold the key in START, Exiting the vehicle without first pushed, the engine will restart.
or press the ENGINE START/ shifting into P (Park) may cause Auto Stop may be deactivated if:
STOP button, for up to a the vehicle to move. You or others
maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at . A minimum vehicle speed is not
may be injured. Because the
least 15 seconds between each reached.
vehicle has the auto engine stop/
try, to allow the cranking motor . The engine or transmission is
start feature, the vehicle's engine
to cool down. When the engine not at the required operating
might seem to be shut off;
starts, let go of the key or button, temperature.
and the accelerator. If the however, once the brake pedal is
vehicle starts briefly but then released, the engine will start up . The outside temperature is not
stops again, do the same thing. again. in the required operating range.
This clears the extra gasoline Shift to P (Park) and turn the Typically below -10°C (14°F) or
from the engine. Do not race the above 50°C (122°F).
ignition to LOCK/OFF, before
engine immediately after starting exiting the vehicle. . The shift lever is in any gear
it. Operate the engine and other than D (Drive).
transmission gently until the oil
warms up and lubricates all If equipped with the 2.5L L4 Engine, . The battery charge is low.
moving parts. the vehicle has a fuel saving stop/ . The interior comfort level has not
start system to shut off the engine to reached the required level for
help conserve fuel. the climate control system or
Auto Engine Stop/Start defog settings. Use the eco
(green indicator on) air
When the brakes are applied and conditioning mode for better
the vehicle is at a complete stop,
the engine may turn off. When
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efficiency. See Dual Automatic 2. Open the hood and unwrap the
Climate Control System on electrical cord. { Warning
page 8-4.
Plugging the cord into an
. The Auto Stop time is greater ungrounded outlet could cause an
than two minutes. electrical shock. Also, the wrong
kind of extension cord could
Engine Heater overheat and cause a fire. You
The engine coolant heater, could be seriously injured. Plug
if available, can help in cold weather the cord into a properly grounded
conditions at or below −18°C (0°F) three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.
for easier starting and better fuel If the cord will not reach, use a
economy during engine warm-up. heavy-duty three-prong extension
Plug in the coolant heater at least cord rated for at least 15 amps.
four hours before starting the
vehicle. An internal thermostat in The electrical cord is on the 4. Before starting the engine, be
the plug end of the cord will prevent passenger side of the engine sure to unplug and store the
engine coolant heater operation at compartment, between the cord as it was before to keep it
temperatures above −18°C (0°F). fender and the air cleaner. away from moving engine parts.
To Use the Engine Coolant 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded The length of time the heater should
Heater 110-volt AC outlet. remain plugged in depends on
1. Turn off the engine. several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.
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Torque Lock Shifting out of Park 3. Press the shift lever button.
Torque lock is when the weight of This vehicle is equipped with an 4. Move the shift lever to the
the vehicle puts too much force on electronic shift lock release system. desired position.
the parking pawl in the The shift lock release is If still unable to shift out of P (Park):
transmission. This happens when designed to:
parking on a hill and shifting the 1. Fully release the shift lever
transmission into P (Park) is not
. Prevent ignition key removal (if button.
done properly, then it is difficult to equipped) unless the shift lever
is in P (Park) with the shift lever 2. Hold the brake pedal down and
shift out of P (Park). To prevent press the shift lever button
torque lock, set the parking brake button fully released.
again.
and then shift into P (Park). To find . Prevent movement of the shift
out how, see “Shifting Into Park” 3. Move the shift lever to the
lever out of P (Park), unless the
listed previously. desired position.
ignition is in ON/RUN and the
If torque lock does occur, your brake pedal is applied. If you are still having a problem
vehicle may need to be pushed shifting, see your dealer.
The shift lock release is always
uphill by another vehicle to relieve functional except in the case of an Shift Lock Manual Release
the parking pawl pressure, so you uncharged or low voltage (less than
can shift out of P (Park). 9-volt) battery. If jump starting the vehicle did not
work, the shift lock manual release
If you are towing a trailer and If the vehicle has an uncharged must be used.
parking on a hill, see Driving battery or a battery with low voltage,
Characteristics and Towing Tips on try charging or jump starting the To access the shift lock manual
page 9-48. battery. See Jump Starting on release:
page 10-76. 1. Apply the parking brake.
To shift out of P (Park):
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Place the ignition in ON/RUN.
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{ Warning
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.
2. Release the shift lever trim from 3. Insert a tool into the opening as
the center console at the rear, far as it will go and move the
then fold upward and turn it to shift lever out of P (Park).
the left. If P (Park) is selected again, the
shift lever will be locked again.
Have the cause of the problem
fixed by your dealer.
4. Install the shift lever trim on the
console.
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Automatic { Warning
is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out
of P (Park), ease pressure on the
Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the
shift lever and push the shift lever
all the way into P (Park) as you
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully maintain brake application. Then
in P (Park) with the parking brake move the shift lever into another
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. gear. See Shifting out of Park on
Do not leave the vehicle when the page 9-22.
engine is running. If you have left R (Reverse): Use this gear to
the engine running, the vehicle back up.
can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
{ Caution
you are on fairly level ground, Shifting to R (Reverse) while the
always set the parking brake and vehicle is moving forward could
move the shift lever to P (Park). damage the transmission. The
See Shifting Into Park on repairs would not be covered by
P (Park): This position locks the page 9-21. the vehicle warranty. Shift to
front wheels. It is the best position R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
to use when you start the engine is stopped.
because the vehicle cannot move Make sure the shift lever is fully in
easily. P (Park) before starting the engine.
The vehicle has an automatic To rock the vehicle back and forth to
transmission shift lock control get out of snow, ice, or sand without
system. You must fully apply the damaging the transmission, see If
brake pedal then press the shift the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-9.
lever button before you can shift
from P (Park) while the ignition key
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While using the DSC feature the With the DSC feature, the vehicle Brakes
transmission will have firmer shifting can be set to pull away in
and sportier performance. You can 2 (Second) gear.
use this for sport driving or when Antilock Brake
1. Move the shift lever from
climbing hills to stay in gear longer D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode).
System (ABS)
or to downshift for more power or
2. With the vehicle stopped, press This vehicle has ABS, an advanced
engine braking.
the (+) end of the button to electronic braking system that helps
The transmission will only allow you select 2 (Second) gear. The prevent a braking skid.
to shift into gears appropriate for the vehicle will start from a stop When the vehicle begins to drive
vehicle speed and engine position in 2 (Second) gear. away, ABS checks itself.
revolutions per minute (rpm):
3. Once moving, select the desired A momentary motor or clicking noise
. The transmission will not allow drive gear. might be heard while this test is
shifting to the next higher gear if going on, and it might even be
the vehicle speed or engine rpm noticed that the brake pedal moves
is too low. a little. This is normal.
. The transmission will not allow
shifting to the next lower gear if
the vehicle speed or engine rpm
is too high.
Second Gear Start Feature
When accelerating the vehicle from
a stop in snowy and icy conditions, If there is a problem with ABS, this
you may want to shift into warning light stays on. See Antilock
2 (Second) gear. A higher gear Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
allows you to gain more traction on on page 5-16.
slippery surfaces.
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If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake
becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to
brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS.
avoid a sudden obstacle, a
computer senses the wheels are Using ABS
slowing down. If one of the wheels Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
is about to stop rolling, the computer the brake pedal down firmly and let
will separately work the brakes at ABS work. You may hear the ABS
each wheel. pump or motor operating and feel
ABS can change the brake pressure the brake pedal pulsate. This is
to each wheel, as required, faster normal.
than any driver could. This can help Braking in Emergencies
you steer around the obstacle while
braking hard. ABS allows you to steer and brake
at the same time. In many
As the brakes are applied, the emergencies, steering can help To set the parking brake, hold the
computer keeps receiving updates more than even the very best brake pedal down and pull up on the
on wheel speed and controls braking. parking brake lever. If the ignition is
braking pressure accordingly. on, the brake system warning light
Remember: ABS does not change will come on. See Brake System
the time needed to get a foot up to Warning Light on page 5-15.
the brake pedal or always decrease To release the parking brake, hold
stopping distance. If you get too the brake pedal down. Pull the
close to the vehicle in front of you, parking brake lever up until you can
there will not be enough time to press the release button. Hold the
apply the brakes if that vehicle release button in as you move the
brake lever all the way down.
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To turn the system off, press the and StabiliTrak OFF Light g come Cruise Control
TCS/StabiliTrak button on the center on and stay on in the instrument
stack. cluster. With cruise control, you can
maintain a speed of about 40 km/h
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on
{ Caution again, press and release the TCS/
(25 mph) or more without keeping
your foot on the accelerator. Cruise
Do not repeatedly brake or StabiliTrak button. The traction off control does not work at speeds
accelerate heavily when TCS is light i and StabiliTrak OFF Light g below 40 km/h (25 mph).
off. The vehicle driveline could be in the instrument cluster turn off.
damaged. Adding accessories can affect the { Warning
vehicle performance. See
Accessories and Modifications on Cruise control can be dangerous
To turn off only TCS, press and where you cannot drive safely at
release the TCS/StabiliTrak button. page 10-3.
a steady speed. Do not use the
The traction off light i displays in cruise control on winding roads or
the instrument cluster. in heavy traffic.
To turn TCS on again, press and Cruise control can be dangerous
release the TCS/StabiliTrak button. on slippery roads. On such roads,
The traction off light i displayed in fast changes in tire traction can
the instrument cluster will turn off. cause excessive wheel slip, and
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when you could lose control. Do not use
the TCS/StabiliTrak button is cruise control on slippery roads.
pressed, the system will not turn off
until the wheels stop spinning. With the Traction Control System
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, (TCS) or StabiliTrak system, the
press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak system may begin to limit wheel
button until the traction off light i spin while you are using cruise
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control. If this happens, the cruise 1 (On/Off): Press to turn the into cruise when not desired. Keep
control will automatically disengage. cruise control on or off. A white the 1 button off when cruise is not
See Traction Control/Electronic indicator comes on in the instrument being used.
Stability Control on page 9-29. If a cluster.
collision alert occurs when cruise 1. Press 1 to turn the cruise
control is activated, cruise control is * (Cancel): Press to disengage system on.
disengaged. See Forward Collision cruise control without erasing the
set speed from memory. 2. Get up to the speed desired.
Alert (FCA) System on page 9-34.
When road conditions allow you to RES/+ (Resume/Accelerate): If 3. Move the control toward SET/−
safely use it again, cruise control there is a set speed in memory, and release it.
can be turned back on. press the control up briefly to 4. Remove foot from the
If the brakes are applied, cruise resume to that speed or hold to accelerator.
control disengages. accelerate. If cruise control is
already active, use to increase The cruise control indicator on the
vehicle speed. instrument cluster turns green after
cruise control has been set to the
SET/− (Set/Coast): Press the desired speed. See Instrument
control down briefly to set the speed Cluster on page 5-8.
and activate cruise control. If cruise
control is already active, use to Resuming a Set Speed
decrease speed. If the cruise control is set at a
Setting Cruise Control desired speed and then the brakes
are applied or * is pressed, the
If the 1 button is on when not in cruise control is disengaged without
use, SET/− or RES/+ could get erasing the set speed from memory.
bumped and the vehicle could go
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Once the vehicle speed is about Reducing Speed While Using override cruise control, briefly
40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press Cruise Control pressing SET– down will result in
RES/+ up briefly and then release it. If the cruise control system is cruise control set to the current
The vehicle returns to the previously already activated: vehicle speed.
set speed.
. Press and hold SET/− down until Using Cruise Control on Hills
Increasing Speed While Using the desired lower speed is How well the cruise control works
Cruise Control reached, then release it. on hills depends upon the vehicle
If the cruise control system is . To decrease the vehicle speed in speed, load, and the steepness of
already activated: small increments, press SET/− the hills. When going up steep hills,
. Press and hold RES/+ up until down briefly. For each press, the you might have to step on the
the vehicle accelerates to the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h accelerator pedal to maintain your
desired speed, then release it. (1 mph) slower. speed. When going downhill, you
might have to brake or shift to a
. To increase the speed in small The speedometer reading can be lower gear to keep your speed
increments, press RES/+ up displayed in either English or metric down. If the brake pedal is applied,
briefly. For each press, the units. See Instrument Cluster on cruise control will disengage.
vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h page 5-8. The increment value used
(1 mph) faster. depends on the units displayed.
The speedometer reading can be Passing Another Vehicle While
displayed in either English or metric Using Cruise Control
units. See Instrument Cluster on Use the accelerator pedal to
page 5-8. The increment value used increase the vehicle speed. When
depends on the units displayed. you take your foot off the pedal, the
vehicle slows down to the previously
set cruise control speed. While
pressing the accelerator pedal or
shortly following the release to
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{ Warning
FCA is a warning system and
does not apply the brakes. When
approaching a slower-moving or
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Consider traffic and weather detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) An obstacle detection is indicated
conditions when selecting the alert behind the vehicle, and at least by beeps. The interval between the
timing. The range of selectable alert 20 cm (8 in) off the ground. The beeps becomes shorter as the
timing may not be appropriate for all distance objects can be detected vehicle gets closer to the obstacle.
drivers and driving conditions. may be less during warmer or humid When the distance is less than
weather. 30 cm (12 in), the beeping is a
Unnecessary Alerts continuous beep for five seconds.
FCA may provide unnecessary
alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in
{ Warning Turning the System On and Off
other lanes, objects that are not The parking assist system does The RPA system can be turned on
vehicles, or shadows. These alerts not detect children, pedestrians, and off using the infotainment
are normal operation and the bicyclists, animals, or objects system controls. See Vehicle
vehicle does not need service. below the bumper or that are too Personalization on page 5-31.
Cleaning the System close or too far from the vehicle. When the system is off, PARK
It is not available at speeds ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver
If the FCA system does not seem to greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To Information Center (DIC). The
operate properly, cleaning the prevent injury, death, or vehicle message disappears after a short
outside of the windshield in front of damage, even with parking assist, period of time.
the camera sensor may correct the always check the area around the
issue RPA defaults to the on setting each
vehicle and check all mirrors time the vehicle is started.
before backing.
Parking Assist Turn off RPA when towing a trailer.
If equipped, the Rear Parking Assist How the System Works
(RPA) system assists the driver with
parking and avoiding objects while RPA comes on automatically when
in R (Reverse). RPA operates at the shift lever is moved into
speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). R (Reverse). A single beep sounds
The sensors on the rear bumper to indicate the system is working.
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When the System Does Not PARK ASSIST OFF: If the RPA occur with vehicles in the side blind
Seem to Work Properly system does not activate due to a zone (or spot) areas. The SBZA
temporary condition, the message warning display will light up in the
The following messages may be displays on the DIC. This can occur corresponding outside side mirror
displayed on the DIC: under the following conditions: and will flash if the turn signal is on.
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: If . The driver has disabled the
this message occurs, check the
following conditions:
system. { Warning
. An object was hanging out of the SBZA does not alert the driver to
. The sensors are not clean. Keep trunk during the last drive cycle.
the vehicle's rear bumper free of vehicles rapidly approaching
Once the object is removed, outside of the side blind zones,
mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. RPA will return to normal
For cleaning instructions, see pedestrians, bicyclists,
operation. or animals. It may not provide
Exterior Care on page 10-82.
.
. The bumper is damaged. Take alerts when changing lanes under
The park assist sensors are the vehicle to your dealer to all driving conditions. Failure to
covered by frost or ice. Frost or repair the system. use proper care when changing
ice can form around and behind
the sensors and may not always . Other conditions, such as lanes may result in injury, death,
be seen; this can occur after vibrations from a jackhammer or or vehicle damage. Before
washing the vehicle in cold the compression of air brakes on making a lane change, always
weather. The message may not a very large truck, are affecting check mirrors, glance over your
clear until the frost or ice has system performance. shoulder, and use the turn
melted. signals.
If the above conditions do not exist,
Side Blind Zone
take the vehicle to your dealer to Alert (SBZA)
repair the system. If equipped, the SBZA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding crashes that
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SBZA Detection Zones over that is in the side blind zone. SBZA can be disabled through
This indicates it may be unsafe to vehicle personalization. See
change lanes. Before making a lane “Collision/Detection Systems” under
change, check the SBZA display, Vehicle Personalization on
check mirrors, glance over your page 5-31. If SBZA is disabled by
shoulder, and use the turn signals. the driver, the SBZA mirror displays
will not light up.
When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly
SBZA displays may not come on
when passing a vehicle quickly or
Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror when towing a trailer. The SBZA
Display Display detection zones that extend back
The SBZA sensor covers a zone of from the side of the vehicle do not
approximately one lane over from When the vehicle is started, both move further back when a trailer is
both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m outside mirror SBZA displays will towed. Use caution while changing
(11 ft). The height of the zone is briefly come on to indicate the lanes when towing a trailer. SBZA
approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) system is operating. When the may alert to objects attached to the
and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This vehicle is moving forward, the left or vehicle, such as a trailer, bicycle,
zone starts at approximately the right side mirror display will light up or object extending out to either side
middle of the vehicle and goes back if a vehicle is detected in that blind of the vehicle. This is normal system
5 m (16 ft). zone. If the turn signal is activated operation; the vehicle does not need
in the same direction of a detected service.
How the System Works vehicle, this display will flash as an
extra warning not to change lanes. SBZA may not always alert the
The SBZA symbol lights up in the driver to vehicles in the side blind
side mirrors when the system zone, especially in wet conditions.
detects a vehicle in the next lane The system does not need to be
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serviced. The system may light up When SBZA is disabled for any
due to guardrails, signs, trees, reason other than the driver turning Warning (Continued)
shrubs, and other non-moving it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On
objects. This is normal system option will not be available on the other object located outside the
operation; the vehicle does not need personalization menu. camera's field of view, below the
service. bumper, or under the vehicle.
Radio Frequency Information Perceived distances may be
SBZA may not operate when the different from actual distances.
SBZA sensors in the left or right See Radio Frequency Statement on
page 13-12. Do not back the vehicle using
corners of the rear bumper are
only the RVC screen. Failure to
covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice,
Rear Vision use proper care before backing
or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For
may result in injury, death,
cleaning instructions, see "Washing Camera (RVC) or vehicle damage. Always check
the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on
page 10-82. If the DIC still displays The vehicle may have an RVC behind and around the vehicle
the system unavailable message system. Read this entire section before backing.
after cleaning both sides of the before using it.
vehicle toward the rear corners of The RVC system can assist the How the System Works
the vehicle, see your dealer. driver when backing up by
displaying a view of the area behind When the vehicle is shifted into
If the SBZA displays do not light up R (Reverse), the image of the area
when vehicles are in the blind zone the vehicle.
behind the vehicle appears in the
and the system is clean, the system radio screen. The previous screen
may need service. Take the vehicle { Warning displays when the vehicle is shifted
to your dealer. out of R (Reverse) after
The RVC system does not display
approximately 10 seconds.
children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
crossing traffic, animals, or any
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To see the previous screen sooner, The RVC system may have a the vehicle. The RCTA system will
do one of the following: guideline overlay that can help the not work properly if ice, snow, mud,
. Press a button on the driver align the vehicle when or anything else builds up on the
infotainment system. backing into a parking spot. rear bumper sensors.
. Shift into P (Park). To turn the symbols and guidelines Use caution while backing up when
on or off: towing a trailer, as the RCTA
. Reach a vehicle speed of detection zones that extend out
8 km/h (5 mph). 1. Shift into P (Park).
from the back of your vehicle do not
2. Press the CONFIG button on the move further back when a trailer is
Symbols and Guidelines infotainment system. towed.
The system may have a feature that 3. Select Display.
lets the driver view caution symbols To turn RCTA on or off, see
on the infotainment screen while 4. Select Symbols or Guidelines. “Collision/Detection Systems” under
using the RVC. The Rear Parking When a checkmark appears next Vehicle Personalization on
Assist (RPA) system must not be to the option, the feature is on. page 5-31.
disabled to use the caution symbols. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Rear Vision Camera Error
The error message Rear Parking Messages
Assist Symbols Unavailable may On vehicles with the RCTA, a
display if RPA has been disabled warning triangle with a left or right SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA
and the symbols have been pointing arrow may also display on SYSTEM: If this message appears
turned on. the RVC screen to warn of traffic in the center stack display, the
coming from the left or the right. system may need service.
The symbols appear and may cover Three beeps will also sound from
an object when viewing the If any other problem occurs or if a
the left or right side, depending on problem persists, see your dealer.
infotainment screen when an object the approaching cross traffic
is detected by the RPA system. direction. This system detects
objects coming from up to 20 m (65
ft) from the left or right side behind
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When the System Does Not Fuel If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap,
Seem to Work Properly E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the
Use of the recommended fuel is an vehicle. See E85 or FlexFuel on
The system may not detect lanes as important part of the proper page 9-45.
well when there are: maintenance of this vehicle. When
If the vehicle has a 2.5L L4 engine,
. Close vehicles ahead. driving in the U.S. and Canada, to
use regular unleaded gasoline
help keep the engine clean and
. Sudden lighting changes, such meeting ASTM specification D4814
maintain optimum vehicle
as when driving through tunnels. with a posted octane rating of 87 or
performance, we recommend using
higher. Do not use gasoline with an
. Banked roads. TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines.
octane rating below 87; as it may
If the LDW system is not functioning See www.toptiergas.com for a list of
cause engine damage and will lower
properly when lane markings are TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines.
fuel economy.
clearly visible, cleaning the
If the vehicle has the 2.0L L4 turbo
windshield may help.
engine, use premium unleaded
LDW alerts may occur due to tar gasoline meeting ASTM
marks, shadows, cracks in the road, specification D4814 with a posted
temporary or construction lane octane rating of 91 or higher.
markings, or other road Regular unleaded gasoline rated at
imperfections. This is normal system 87 octane or higher can be used,
operation; the vehicle does not need but acceleration and fuel economy
service. Turn LDW off if these will be reduced, and an audible
conditions continue. knocking noise may be heard. If this
occurs, use a gasoline rated at
91 octane or higher as soon as
possible. Otherwise, the engine
could be damaged. If heavy
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Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by the fuel if the ethanol content is
General Motors. It is available at greater than 85%. Fuel mixtures that
Countries your dealer. do not meet ASTM or CGSB
If planning to drive in countries Do not use additives with E85 or specifications can affect driveability
outside the U.S. or Canada, the FlexFuel. and could cause the malfunction
proper fuel might be hard to find. indicator lamp to come on.
Check regional auto club or fuel
retail brand websites for availability
E85 or FlexFuel After refueling, the vehicle
calculates the composition of the
in the country where driving. Never Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can fuel. It is not recommended to
use leaded gasoline, fuel containing use either unleaded gasoline or fuel repeatedly switch between fuels.
methanol, manganese, or any other containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). If fuels are switched frequently, add
fuel not recommended. Costly All other vehicles should use only as much fuel as possible and do not
repairs caused by use of improper the unleaded gasoline as described add less than 11 L (3 gal) when
fuel would not be covered by the in Fuel on page 9-43. refueling. Drive at least 11 km (7 mi)
vehicle warranty. The use of E85 or FlexFuel is immediately after refueling to allow
encouraged when the vehicle is the vehicle to adapt to the change in
Fuel Additives designed to use it. E85 or FlexFuel ethanol concentration.
To keep fuel systems clean, TOP is made from renewable sources. Because E85 or FlexFuel has less
TIER Detergent Gasoline is To help locate fuel stations that energy per liter (gallon) than
recommended. See Fuel on carry E85 or FlexFuel, the U.S. gasoline, the vehicle will need to be
page 9-43. Department of Energy has an refilled more often. See Filling the
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is alternative fuels website. See Tank on page 9-46.
not available, one bottle of Fuel www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/locator/
System Treatment PLUS added to stations.
the fuel tank at every engine oil E85 or FlexFuel should meet ASTM
change can help. Fuel System Specification D 5798 or CAN/
Treatment PLUS is the only CGSB–3.512 in Canada. Do not use
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Making Turns lamps also flash, telling other grades, the vehicle could show
drivers the vehicle is turning, signs similar to engine overheating.
{ Caution changing lanes or stopping. To avoid this, let the engine run
while parked, preferably on level
When towing a trailer, the arrows on
Making very sharp turns while the instrument cluster flash for turns ground, with the transmission in
trailering could cause the trailer to even if the bulbs on the trailer are P (Park) for a few minutes before
come in contact with the vehicle. burned out. Check occasionally to turning the engine off. If the
The vehicle could be damaged. be sure the trailer bulbs are still overheat warning comes on, see
Avoid making very sharp turns working. Engine Overheating on page 10-17.
while trailering. Parking on Hills
Driving on Grades
When turning with a trailer, make Reduce speed and shift to a lower
gear before starting down a long or
{ Warning
wider turns than normal so the
trailer will not strike soft shoulders, steep downgrade. If the Parking the vehicle on a hill with
curbs, road signs, trees or other transmission is not shifted down, the the trailer attached can be
objects. Use the turn signal well in brakes might have to be used so dangerous. If something goes
advance and avoid jerky or sudden much that they would get hot and no wrong, the rig could start to move.
maneuvers. longer work well. People can be injured, and both
The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). the vehicle and the trailer can be
Turn Signals When Towing a Use a lower gear if the transmission damaged. When possible, always
Trailer shifts too often. park the rig on a flat surface.
The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on
instrument cluster flash whenever steep uphill grades, engine coolant
signaling a turn or lane change. boils at a lower temperature than at
Properly hooked up, the trailer normal altitudes. If the engine is
turned off immediately after towing
at high altitude on steep uphill
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If parking the rig on a hill: 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Trailer Towing
1. Press the brake pedal, but do clear of the chocks.
Before pulling a trailer, three
not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn 4. Stop and have someone pick up important considerations have to do
the wheels into the curb if facing and store the chocks. with weight:
downhill or into traffic if facing
uphill. Maintenance When Trailer . Weight of the trailer.
Towing . Weight of the trailer tongue.
2. Have someone place chocks
under the trailer wheels. The vehicle needs service more . Total weight on your vehicle's
often when pulling a trailer. See the tires.
3. When the wheel chocks are in Maintenance Schedule on
place, release the brake pedal page 11-2. Things that are Weight of the Trailer
until the chocks absorb the load. especially important in trailer
How heavy can a trailer safely be?
4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then operation are automatic
apply the parking brake and shift transmission fluid, engine oil, axle It should never weigh more than
into P (Park). lubricant, belts, cooling system and 454 kg (1,000 lb). But even that can
brake system. Inspect these before be too heavy.
5. Release the brake pedal.
and during the trip. It depends on how the rig is used.
Leaving After Parking on a Hill Check periodically to see that all For example, speed, altitude, road
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal hitch nuts and bolts are tight. grades, outside temperature, and
while you: how much the vehicle is used to pull
Engine Cooling When Trailer a trailer are all important. It can
. Start the engine. Towing depend on any special equipment
. Shift into a gear. The cooling system may temporarily on the vehicle, and the amount of
overheat during severe operating tongue weight the vehicle can carry.
. Release the parking brake. See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue”
conditions. See Engine Overheating
2. Let up on the brake pedal. on page 10-17. later in this section.
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Maximum trailer weight is calculated will also reduce the trailer weight the Total Weight on Your Vehicle's
assuming only the driver is in the vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, Tires
tow vehicle and it has all the the tongue load must be added to
required trailering equipment. The the GVW because the vehicle will Be sure the vehicle's tires are
weight of additional optional be carrying that weight, too. See inflated to the upper limit for cold
equipment, passengers, and cargo Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. tires. These numbers can be found
in the tow vehicle must be on the Tire and Loading Information
subtracted from the maximum trailer label. See Vehicle Load Limits on
weight. page 9-9. Make sure not to go over
the GVW limit for the vehicle,
Ask your dealer for trailering including the weight of the trailer
information or advice, or write us at tongue.
our Customer Assistance Offices.
See Customer Assistance Offices Towing Equipment
on page 13-3.
Hitches
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
Use the correct hitch equipment.
The tongue load (1) of any trailer is See your dealer or a hitch dealer for
an important weight to measure assistance.
because it affects the total gross
weight of the vehicle. The Gross The trailer tongue (1) should weigh
. The rear bumper on the vehicle
Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the 10 % of the total loaded trailer is not intended for hitches. Do
curb weight of the vehicle, any weight (2). not attach rental hitches or other
cargo carried in it, and the people bumper-type hitches to it. Use
After loading the trailer, weigh the only a frame-mounted hitch that
who will be riding in the vehicle.
trailer and then the tongue, does not attach to the bumper.
If there are a lot of options,
separately, to see if the weights are
equipment, passengers, or cargo in
proper. If they are not, adjustments
the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue
might be made by moving some
weight the vehicle can carry, which
items around in the trailer.
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Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-21
Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . 10-22
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Automatic Transmission Shift Lamps (LTZ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Lock Control Function License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . 10-32
General Information Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . 10-32
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Ignition Transmission Lock
California Proposition Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23 Electrical System
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Park Brake and P (Park) High Voltage Devices and
California Perchlorate Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-23 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 Wiper Blade Electrical System
Accessories and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-24 Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Headlamp Aiming Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle Checks Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . 10-25 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Doing Your Own Instrument Panel Fuse
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Bulb Replacement Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Engine Compartment Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25 Wheels and Tires
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5 High Intensity Discharge Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8 (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-10 LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Automatic Transmission Headlamps, Front Turn Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Signal, Sidemarker, and Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . 10-42
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-11 Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13 Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Tire Terminology and
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . 10-17 Stoplamps, and Back-Up Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-18 Lamps (LS and LT) . . . . . . . . 10-29 Tire Pressure for High-Speed
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-19 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20
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cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks
other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and
exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock
many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Doing Your Own
wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or Service Work
emit these chemicals. modifications could even cause
California Perchlorate
malfunction or damage not covered
by the vehicle warranty.
{ Warning
Materials Requirements Damage to vehicle components It can be dangerous to work on
resulting from modifications or the your vehicle if you do not have
Certain types of automotive the proper knowledge, service
installation or use of non‐GM
applications, such as airbag manual, tools, or parts. Always
certified parts, including control
initiators, safety belt pretensioners, follow owner manual procedures
module or software modifications, is
and lithium batteries contained in and consult the service manual
not covered under the terms of the
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
vehicle warranty and may affect for your vehicle before doing any
may contain perchlorate materials.
remaining warranty coverage for service work.
Special handling may be necessary.
affected parts.
For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ GM Accessories are designed to If doing some of your own service
perchlorate. complement and function with other work, use the proper service
systems on the vehicle. See your manual. It tells you much more
Accessories and dealer to accessorize the vehicle about how to service the vehicle
using genuine GM Accessories than this manual can. To order the
Modifications installed by a dealer technician. proper service manual, see Service
Adding non‐dealer accessories or Also, see Adding Equipment to the Publications Ordering Information
making modifications to the vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on on page 13-11.
can affect vehicle performance and page 3-29.
safety, including such things as
airbags, braking, stability, ride and
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This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to
Before attempting to do your own find the secondary release
service work, see Servicing the To open the hood: handle. The handle is under the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on front edge of the hood near the
page 3-29. center. Push the handle to the
Keep a record with all parts receipts right and at the same time raise
and list the mileage and the date of the hood.
any service work performed. See 3. After the hood is slightly lifted, it
Maintenance Records on will continue to open to the full
page 11-13. position. Before closing the
1. Pull the hood release handle hood, be sure all the filler caps
with this symbol on it. It is inside
{ Caution the vehicle to the left of the
are on properly. Lower the hood
until the lifting force of the strut
Even small amounts of steering column. is reduced, then release the
contamination can cause damage hood to latch fully. Check to
to vehicle systems. Do not allow make sure the hood is closed
contaminants to contact the fluids, and repeat the process if
reservoir caps, or dipsticks. necessary.
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2.0L L4 Engine
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2.5L L4 Engine
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2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it Selecting the Right Engine Oil
with a paper towel or cloth, then { Caution Selecting the right engine oil
push it back in all the way.
Do not add too much oil. Oil depends on both the proper oil
Remove it again, keeping the tip
levels above or below the specification and viscosity grade.
down, and check the level.
acceptable operating range See Recommended Fluids and
When to Add Engine Oil shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants on page 11-11.
to the engine. If you find that you Specification
have an oil level above the
operating range, i.e., the engine Use and ask for licensed engine oils
has so much oil that the oil level with the dexos1® approved
certification mark. Engine oils
gets above the upper mark that
meeting the requirements for the
shows the proper operating
vehicle should have the dexos1
range, the engine could be approved certification mark. This
If the oil is below the MIN damaged. You should drain out certification mark indicates that the
(minimum) mark, add 1 L (1 qt) of the excess oil or limit driving of oil has been approved to the dexos1
the recommended oil and then the vehicle and seek a service specification. See
recheck the level. See “Selecting professional to remove the www.gmdexos.com.
the Right Engine Oil” in this section excess amount of oil.
for an explanation of what kind of oil
to use. For engine oil crankcase
See Engine Compartment Overview
capacity, see Capacities and
on page 10-5 for the location of the
Specifications on page 12-2.
engine oil fill cap.
Add enough oil to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating
range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when through.
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always select an oil of the correct containing used engine oil. See the
{ Caution specification. See “Specification” manufacturer's warnings about the
earlier in this section for more use and disposal of oil products.
Failure to use the recommended information.
engine oil can result in engine Used oil can be a threat to the
damage not covered by the Engine Oil Additives/Engine environment. If you change your
vehicle warranty. Check with your Oil Flushes own oil, be sure to drain all the oil
dealer or service provider on from the filter before disposal. Never
Do not add anything to the oil. The dispose of oil by putting it in the
whether the oil is approved to the recommended oils with the dexos trash or pouring it on the ground,
dexos1 specification. specification and displaying the into sewers, or into streams or
dexos certification mark are all that bodies of water. Recycle it by taking
Viscosity Grade is needed for good performance and it to a place that collects used oil.
engine protection.
Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade
engine oil for the 2.0L L4 engine. Engine oil system flushes are not Engine Oil Life System
recommended and could cause
Use SAE 5W-20 viscosity grade engine damage not covered by the When to Change Engine Oil
engine oil for the 2.5L L4 engine. vehicle warranty. This vehicle has a computer system
SAE 0W-20 may be used as an
that indicates when to change the
alternative. What to Do with Used Oil engine oil and filter. This is based
Cold Temperature Operation: In an Used engine oil contains certain on a combination of factors which
area of extreme cold, where the elements that can be unhealthy for include engine revolutions, engine
temperature falls below −29°C your skin and could even cause temperature, and miles driven.
(−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be cancer. Do not let used oil stay on Based on driving conditions, the
used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin for very long. Clean your mileage at which an oil change is
will provide easier cold starting for skin and nails with soap and water, indicated can vary considerably. For
the engine at extremely low or a good hand cleaner. Wash or the oil life system to work properly,
temperatures. When selecting an oil properly dispose of clothing or rags the system must be reset every time
of the appropriate viscosity grade, the oil is changed.
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When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
that oil life has been diminished, it Life System message comes back on when the
indicates that an oil change is vehicle is started, the engine oil life
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Reset the system whenever the system has not been reset. Repeat
OIL SOON message comes on. See engine oil is changed so that the the procedure.
Engine Oil Messages on page 5-26. system can calculate the next
engine oil change. To reset the
Change the oil as soon as possible
system:
Automatic Transmission
within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
It is possible that, if driving under 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with
Fluid
the best conditions, the oil life the engine off. It is not necessary to check the
system might indicate that an oil transmission fluid level.
2. Press the DIC MENU button on
change is not necessary for up to a A transmission fluid leak is the only
the turn signal lever to enter the
year. The engine oil and filter must reason for fluid loss. If a leak
Vehicle Information Menu. Use
be changed at least once a year occurs, take the vehicle to your
the thumbwheel to scroll through
and, at this time, the system must dealer and have it repaired as soon
the menu items until you reach
be reset. Your dealer has trained as possible.
REMAINING OIL LIFE.
service people who will perform this Change the fluid at the intervals
work and reset the system. It is also 3. Press the SET/CLR button to
listed in Maintenance Schedule on
important to check the oil regularly reset the oil life at 100%.
page 11-2, and be sure to use the
over the course of an oil drain 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. fluid listed in Recommended Fluids
interval and keep it at the proper and Lubricants on page 11-11.
level. The system is reset when the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
If the system is ever reset message is off and the REMAINING Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
accidentally, the oil must be OIL LIFE 100% message is
changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) The engine air cleaner/filter is in the
displayed. engine compartment on the
since the last oil change.
Remember to reset the oil life passenger side of the vehicle. See
system whenever the oil is changed. Engine Compartment Overview on
page 10-5.
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When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air 6. Install the nine screws on the top
Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter: of the housing to lock the cover
in place.
Inspect/replace the air cleaner/filter
at the scheduled maintenance
intervals listed in Maintenance
Schedule on page 11-2. If you are
driving in dusty/dirty conditions,
inspect the filter at each engine oil
change.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the air cleaner/filter,
remove the filter from the vehicle
and lightly shake the filter to release 2.0L L4 Engine
loose dust and dirt. If the filter 1. Remove the nine screws on top 2.5L L4 Engine
remains covered with dirt, a new of the engine air cleaner/filter 1. Remove the five screws on top
filter is required. housing. of the engine air cleaner/filter
2. Lift the filter cover housing away housing.
from the engine air cleaner/filter 2. Lift the filter cover housing away
housing. from the engine air cleaner/filter
3. Pull out the filter. housing.
{ Warning
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or
others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air; it
helps to stop flames if the engine 2.5L L4 Engine
backfires. Use caution when
1. Engine Cooling Fans (Out
working on the engine and do not of View)
drive with the air cleaner/filter off. 2. Coolant Surge Tank and
2.0L L4 Engine Pressure Cap
What to Use
{ Warning Caution (Continued)
Heater and radiator hoses, and vehicle warranty. Always use { Warning
other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant
Adding only plain water or some
hot. Do not touch them. If you do, in the vehicle.
other liquid to the cooling system
you can be burned.
can be dangerous. Plain water
Do not run the engine if there is a Engine Coolant and other liquids, can boil before
leak. If you run the engine, it the proper coolant mixture will.
could lose all coolant. That could The cooling system in the vehicle is
The coolant warning system is set
cause an engine fire, and you filled with DEX-COOL® engine
for the proper coolant mixture.
coolant mixture. See Recommended
could be burned. Get any leak With plain water or the wrong
Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11
fixed before you drive the vehicle. mixture, the engine could get too
and Maintenance Schedule on
page 11-2. hot but you would not get the
overheat warning. The engine
The following explains the cooling could catch fire and you or others
{ Caution system and how to check and add could be burned. Use a 50/
coolant when it is low. If there is a
Using coolant other than 50 mixture of clean, drinkable
problem with engine overheating,
DEX-COOL® can cause water and DEX-COOL coolant.
see Engine Overheating on
premature engine, heater core, page 10-17.
or radiator corrosion. In addition, Use a 50/50 mixture of clean,
the engine coolant could require drinkable water and DEX-COOL
changing sooner. Any repairs coolant. If using this mixture,
would not be covered by the nothing else needs to be added.
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{ Caution
This vehicle has a specific
coolant fill procedure. Failure to
follow this procedure could cause
the engine to overheat and be
The coolant surge tank pressure
severely damaged.
cap can be removed when the
cooling system, including the surge
tank pressure cap and upper
{ Warning radiator hose, is no longer hot.
1. Turn the pressure cap slowly
Steam and scalding liquids from a counterclockwise. If a hiss is 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with
hot cooling system can blow out heard, wait for that to stop. the proper mixture to the mark
and burn you badly. Never turn A hiss means there is still some pointed to on the front of the
the cap when the cooling system, pressure left. coolant surge tank.
including the surge tank pressure 4. With the coolant surge tank cap
2. Keep turning the cap and
cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling off, start the engine and let it run
remove it.
system and surge tank pressure until the upper radiator hose
cap to cool. starts getting hot. Watch out for
the engine cooling fans. By this
time, the coolant level inside the
coolant surge tank may be
lower. If the level is lower, add
more of the proper mixture to the
coolant surge tank until the level
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If No Steam Is Coming from Continue to drive the vehicle slowly Adding Washer Fluid
the Engine Compartment for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
distance from the vehicle in front.
If an engine overheat warning is If the warning does not come back
displayed but no steam can be seen on, continue to drive normally and
or heard, the problem may not be have the cooling system checked
too serious. Sometimes the engine for proper fill and function.
can get a little too hot when the
vehicle: If the warning continues, pull over,
.
stop, and park the vehicle Open the cap with the washer
Climbs a long hill on a hot day. right away. symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
. Stops after high-speed driving. If there is no sign of steam, idle the the tank is full. See Engine
. Idles for long periods in traffic. engine for three minutes while Compartment Overview on
parked. If the warning is still page 10-5 for reservoir location.
If the overheat warning is displayed
displayed, turn off the engine until it
with no sign of steam:
cools down. { Caution
1. Turn the air conditioning off.
. Do not use engine coolant
2. Turn the heater on to the highest Washer Fluid (antifreeze) in the windshield
temperature and to the highest washer. It can damage the
fan speed. Open the windows as
What to Use
windshield washer system
necessary. When windshield washer fluid is and paint.
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off needed, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before . Do not mix water with
the road, shift to P (Park) or ready-to-use washer fluid.
N (Neutral), and let the use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature may fall Water can cause the solution
engine idle.
below freezing, use a fluid that has (Continued)
If the engine coolant temperature sufficient protection against
gauge is no longer in the overheat freezing.
zone, the vehicle can be driven.
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new, approved replacement parts. There are only two reasons why the
If this is not done, the brakes might brake fluid level in the reservoir { Warning
not work properly. For example, might go down:
installing disc brake pads that are If too much brake fluid is added, it
. The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn,
wrong for the vehicle, can change because of normal brake lining
the balance between the front and if the engine is hot enough. You
wear. When new linings are or others could be burned, and
rear brakes — for the worse. The installed, the fluid level goes
braking performance expected can the vehicle could be damaged.
back up. Add brake fluid only when work is
change in many other ways if the
wrong replacement brake parts are . A fluid leak in the brake done on the brake hydraulic
installed. hydraulic system can also cause system.
a low fluid level. Have the brake
Brake Fluid hydraulic system fixed, since a
leak means that sooner or later When the brake fluid falls to a low
the brakes will not work well. level, the brake warning light comes
on. See Brake System Warning
Do not top off the brake fluid. Light on page 5-15.
Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
If fluid is added when the linings are What to Add
worn, there will be too much fluid Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid
when new brake linings are from a sealed container. See
The brake master cylinder reservoir installed. Add or remove brake fluid, Recommended Fluids and
is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as as necessary, only when work is Lubricants on page 11-11.
indicated on the reservoir cap. See done on the brake hydraulic system.
Always clean the brake fluid
Engine Compartment Overview on reservoir cap and the area around
page 10-5 for the location of the the cap before removing it. This
reservoir. helps keep dirt from entering the
reservoir.
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managing the stop/start auxiliary Infrequent Usage: Remove the 2. Apply both the parking brake
loads and is not to be used for any 12-volt battery black, negative (−) and the regular brake.
other purpose. See your dealer if cable from the battery to keep the Do not use the accelerator
the auxiliary battery needs service. battery from running down. pedal, and be ready to turn off
Extended Storage: Remove the the engine immediately if it
{ Warning 12-volt battery black, negative (−) starts.
cable from the battery or use a 3. Try to start the engine in each
Battery posts, terminals, and battery trickle charger.
related accessories contain lead gear. The vehicle should start
and lead compounds, chemicals Remember to reconnect the battery only in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
known to the State of California to when ready to drive the vehicle. If the vehicle starts in any other
cause cancer and reproductive position, contact your dealer for
harm. Wash hands after handling. Starter Switch Check service.
Vehicle Storage
{ Warning
When you are doing this
{ Warning inspection, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If the vehicle
Batteries have acid that can burn moves, you or others could be
you and gas that can explode. injured.
You can be badly hurt if you are
not careful. See Jump Starting on
page 10-76 for tips on working 1. Before starting this check, be
around a battery without sure there is enough room
around the vehicle.
getting hurt.
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Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever Park Brake and P (Park)
moves out of P (Park), contact
Shift Lock Control your dealer for service.
Mechanism Check
Function Check
Ignition Transmission { Warning
{ Warning Lock Check When you are doing this check,
When you are doing this If equipped with a key type ignition, the vehicle could begin to move.
inspection, the vehicle could while parked and with the parking You or others could be injured
move suddenly. If the vehicle brake set, try to turn the ignition to and property could be damaged.
moves, you or others could be LOCK/OFF in each shift lever Make sure there is room in front
injured. position. of the vehicle in case it begins to
. The ignition should turn to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
LOCK/OFF only when the shift brake at once should the vehicle
1. Before starting this check, be begin to move.
sure there is enough room lever is in P (Park).
around the vehicle. It should be . The ignition key should come
parked on a level surface. out only in LOCK/OFF. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
2. Apply the parking brake. Be Contact your dealer if service is your foot on the regular brake, set
ready to apply the regular brake required. the parking brake.
immediately if the vehicle begins
to move. . To check the parking brake's
holding ability: With the engine
3. With the engine off, turn the
running and the transmission in
ignition on, but do not start the
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot
engine. Without applying the
pressure from the regular brake
regular brake, try to move the
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
shift lever out of P (Park) with
held by the parking brake only.
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{ Caution
Allowing the wiper arm to touch
the windshield when no wiper
blade is installed could damage 2. Lift up on the latch in the middle
of the wiper blade where the
(Continued)
wiper arm attaches.
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LED Lighting
This vehicle has several LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED lighting
assembly, contact your dealer.
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Headlamps, Front Turn 2. Low-Beam Headlamp 8. Replace the cap from the back
of the headlamp assembly by
Signal, Sidemarker, and 3. Sidemarker Lamp
turning it clockwise.
Parking Lamps 4. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp
9. For the driver side, reinstall the
Base Headlamp Assembly To replace one of the headlamp windshield washer bottle filler
bulbs: neck by firmly pushing it straight
The base model vehicle has into the bottle. Ensure that the
halogen high-beam and low-beam 1. Open the hood. See Hood on
page 10-4. filler neck clip engages into the
headlamps, a parking lamp, a underhood electrical center
sidemarker lamp, and two turn 2. For the driver side bulb, remove retainer.
signal lamps on the headlamp the windshield washer bottle
assembly. filler neck by firmly pulling it Uplevel Headlamp Assembly
straight up and out of the bottle. The uplevel model vehicle has
3. Remove the cap from the back halogen high-beam and low-beam
of the headlamp assembly by headlamps, a parking lamp, a
turning it counterclockwise. sidemarker lamp, and two turn
signal lamps on the headlamp
4. Disconnect the electrical
assembly.
connector.
5. Remove the bulb from the lamp
assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
6. Install a new bulb in the lamp
assembly.
Passenger Side Shown, Driver 7. Connect the electrical connector.
Side Similar
1. High-Beam Headlamp
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Passenger Side Shown, Driver 10. Replace the cap from the back
Side Similar of the headlamp assembly by
1. High-Beam Headlamp turning it clockwise.
2. Turn Signal Lamps 11. For the driver side, reinstall the
windshield washer bottle filler
3. Low-Beam Headlamp neck by firmly pushing it
4. Parking Lamp straight into the bottle. Ensure
that the filler neck clip engages
5. Sidemarker Lamp into the underhood electrical
To replace one of these bulbs: center retainer.
High-Beam Headlamp Low-Beam Headlamp
1. Open the hood. See Hood on 4. Disconnect the electrical 1. For the driver side bulb, remove
page 10-4. connector (1). the windshield washer bottle
filler neck by firmly pulling it
2. For the driver side bulb, remove 5. Disengage the spring clip (2) straight up and out of the bottle.
the windshield washer bottle from the bulb by pressing down
filler neck by firmly pulling it on the end and then swing 2. Remove the cap from the back
straight up and out of the bottle. upward. of the headlamp assembly by
turning it counterclockwise.
3. Remove the cap from the back 6. Remove the bulb from the lamp
of the headlamp assembly by assembly. 3. Disconnect the electrical
turning it counterclockwise. connector.
7. Install a new bulb in the lamp
assembly. 4. Remove the bulb from the lamp
assembly by turning
8. Install the spring clip (2). counterclockwise.
9. Connect the electrical 5. Install a new bulb in the lamp
connector (1). assembly.
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{ Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal
and installation can cause leaks
and water intrusion which may
cause damage to the taillamp. Do
not remove the taillamp assembly
to replace a bulb. Use the trunk
opening to access the bulb.
7. Install the trunk deck trim. 6. Install the bulb socket into the
taillamp assembly by turning it
clockwise.
7. Install the trunk trim and
push pins.
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and service description. See the digits represent the week (01– performance factors: treadwear,
“Tire Size” illustration later in this 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature
section. year. For example, the third resistance. For more information
(2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would see Uniform Tire Quality
Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date Grading on page 10-58.
Specification): Original of 0310. (7) Maximum Cold Inflation
equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number Load Limit: Maximum load that
GM's specific tire performance (TIN): The letters and numbers can be carried and the
criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT (Department maximum pressure needed to
code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the support that load.
GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN).
exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the
guidelines. manufacturer and plant code,
(3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was
Transportation): The manufactured. The TIN is
Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the
(DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may
tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture.
U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in
Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread.
DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality Compact Spare Tire Example
Manufacture: The last four Grading (UTQG): Tire (1) Tire Ply Material : The type
digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to of cord and number of plies in
manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three the sidewall and under the tread.
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(2) Temporary Use Only: The (4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification
compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit: Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall.
use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or
speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to exceed all federal safety
The compact spare tire is for support that load. guidelines.
emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation: The
road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact Tire Designations
flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to Tire Size
spare tire, see Compact Spare 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
Tire on page 10-75 and If a Tire The following is an example of a
information on tire pressure and
Goes Flat on page 10-61. typical passenger vehicle
inflation see Tire Pressure on
tire size.
(3) Tire Identification Number page 10-48.
(TIN): The letters and numbers (6) Tire Size: A combination of
following the DOT (Department letters and numbers define a
of Transportation) code are the tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
Tire Identification Number (TIN). construction type, and service
The TIN shows the description. The letter T as the
manufacturer and plant code, first character in the tire size
tire size, and date the tire was means the tire is for temporary (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:
manufactured. The TIN is use only. The United States version of a
molded onto both sides of the metric tire sizing system. The
tire, although only one side may (7) TPC Spec (Tire letter P as the first character in
have the date of manufacture. Performance Criteria the tire size means a passenger
Specification): Original
equipment tires designed to
GM's specific tire performance
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vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of automatic transmission, power
standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air
and Rim Association. (6) Service Description: These conditioning.
(2) Tire Width: The three-digit characters represent the load Aspect Ratio: The relationship
number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the of a tire's height to its width.
width in millimeters from tire. The load index represents Belt: A rubber coated layer of
sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire cords between the plies and the
(3) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed tread. Cords may be made from
number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a steel or other reinforcing
height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. materials.
For example, if the tire size Bead: The tire bead contains
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Tire Terminology and
Definitions steel wires wrapped by steel
item 3 of the illustration, it would cords that hold the tire onto
mean that the tire's sidewall is Air Pressure: The amount of the rim.
60 percent as high as it is wide. air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire
(4) Construction Code: A letter in which the plies are laid at
code is used to indicate the type the tire. Air pressure is
expressed in kPa (kilopascal) alternate angles less than
of ply construction in the tire. 90 degrees to the centerline of
The letter R means radial ply or psi (pounds per square inch).
the tread.
construction; the letter D means Accessory Weight: The
diagonal or bias ply combined weight of optional Cold Tire Pressure: The
construction; and the letter B accessories. Some examples of amount of air pressure in a tire,
means belted-bias ply optional accessories are measured in kPa (kilopascal)
construction. or psi (pounds per square inch)
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before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure:
from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to
on page 10-48. Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Curb Weight: The weight of a page 9-9. The maximum air pressure is
motor vehicle with standard and GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall.
optional equipment including the Rating for the rear axle. See Maximum Load Rating: The
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Vehicle Load Limits on load rating for a tire at the
and coolant, but without page 9-9. maximum permissible inflation
passengers and cargo. Intended Outboard Sidewall : pressure for that tire.
DOT Markings: A code molded The side of an asymmetrical tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle
into the sidewall of a tire that must always face outward Weight: The sum of curb
signifying that the tire is in when mounted on a vehicle. weight, accessory weight,
compliance with the U.S. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric vehicle capacity weight, and
Department of Transportation unit for air pressure. production options weight.
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Normal Occupant Weight: The
Standards. The DOT code Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A
tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle
includes the Tire Identification is designed to seat multiplied by
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric some multipurpose passenger
vehicles. 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load
designator which can also Limits on page 9-9.
identify the tire manufacturer, Load Index: An assigned
production plant, brand, and number ranging from 1 to 279 Occupant Distribution :
date of production. that corresponds to the load Designated seating positions.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight carrying capacity of a tire. Outward Facing Sidewall: The
Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits side of an asymmetrical tire that
on page 9-9. has a particular side that faces
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outward when mounted on a Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm
vehicle. The side of the tire that tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See
contains a whitewall, bears extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires
white lettering, or bears 90 degrees to the centerline of on page 10-56.
manufacturer, brand, and/or the tread. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
model name molding that is Rim: A metal support for a tire Grading Standards): A tire
higher or deeper than the same and upon which the tire beads information system that provides
moldings on the other sidewall are seated. consumers with ratings for a
of the tire. tire's traction, temperature, and
Sidewall: The portion of a tire
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A between the tread and the bead. treadwear. Ratings are
tire used on passenger cars and determined by tire
some light duty trucks and Speed Rating: An manufacturers using
multipurpose vehicles. alphanumeric code assigned to government testing procedures.
a tire indicating the maximum The ratings are molded into the
Recommended Inflation speed at which a tire can
Pressure: Vehicle sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
operate. Tire Quality Grading on
manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure as shown Traction: The friction between page 10-58.
on the tire placard. See Tire the tire and the road surface. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The
Pressure on page 10-48 and The amount of grip provided. number of designated seating
Vehicle Load Limits on Tread: The portion of a tire that positions multiplied by
page 9-9. comes into contact with 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated
the road. cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Limits on page 9-9.
Treadwear Indicators: Narrow
bands, sometimes called wear
bars, that show across the tread
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Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is
of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure
System under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a
The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire malfunction, the telltale will flash for
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor pressure telltale illuminates, you approximately one minute and then
technology to check tire pressure should stop and check your tires as remain continuously illuminated.
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor soon as possible, and inflate them This sequence will continue upon
the air pressure in your tires and to the proper pressure. Driving on a subsequent vehicle start-ups as
transmit tire pressure readings to a significantly under-inflated tire long as the malfunction exists.
receiver located in the vehicle. causes the tire to overheat and can When the malfunction indicator is
Each tire, including the spare (if lead to tire failure. Under-inflation illuminated, the system may not be
provided), should be checked also reduces fuel efficiency and tire able to detect or signal low tire
monthly when cold and inflated to tread life, and may affect the pressure as intended. TPMS
the inflation pressure recommended vehicle's handling and stopping malfunctions may occur for a variety
by the vehicle manufacturer on the ability. of reasons, including the installation
vehicle placard or tire inflation Please note that the TPMS is not a of replacement or alternate tires or
pressure label. (If your vehicle has substitute for proper tire wheels on the vehicle that prevent
tires of a different size than the size maintenance, and it is the driver's the TPMS from functioning properly.
indicated on the vehicle placard or responsibility to maintain correct tire Always check the TPMS malfunction
tire inflation pressure label, you pressure, even if under-inflation has telltale after replacing one or more
should determine the proper tire not reached the level to trigger tires or wheels on your vehicle to
inflation pressure for those tires.) illumination of the TPMS low tire ensure that the replacement or
pressure telltale. alternate tires and wheels allow the
As an added safety feature, your
TPMS to continue to function
vehicle has been equipped with a Your vehicle has also been properly.
tire pressure monitoring system equipped with a TPMS malfunction
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire indicator to indicate when the See Tire Pressure Monitor
system is not operating properly. Operation on page 10-51.
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See Radio Frequency Statement on on the instrument cluster. If the A Tire and Loading Information
page 13-12. warning light comes on, stop as label, attached to your vehicle,
soon as possible and inflate the shows the size of the original
Tire Pressure Monitor tires to the recommended pressure equipment tires and the correct
shown on the Tire and Loading inflation pressure for the tires when
Operation Information label. See Vehicle Load they are cold. See Vehicle Load
This vehicle may have a Tire Limits on page 9-9. Limits on page 9-9, for an example
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). of the Tire and Loading Information
A message to check the pressure in
The TPMS is designed to warn the label and its location. Also see Tire
a specific tire displays in the Driver
driver when a low tire pressure Pressure on page 10-48.
Information Center (DIC). The low
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
tire pressure warning light and the The TPMS can warn about a low
mounted onto each tire and wheel
DIC warning message come on at tire pressure condition but it does
assembly, excluding the spare tire
each ignition cycle until the tires are not replace normal tire
and wheel assembly. The TPMS
inflated to the correct inflation maintenance. See Tire Inspection
sensors monitor the air pressure in
pressure. Using the DIC, tire on page 10-54, Tire Rotation on
the tires and transmits the tire
pressure levels can be viewed. For page 10-54 and Tires on
pressure readings to a receiver in
additional information and details page 10-40.
the vehicle.
about the DIC operation and
displays see Driver Information
Center (DIC) on page 5-21.
{ Caution
The low tire pressure warning light Tire sealant materials are not all
may come on in cool weather when the same. A non-approved tire
the vehicle is first started, and then sealant could damage the TPMS
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This sensors. TPMS sensor damage
could be an early indicator that the caused by using an incorrect tire
When a low tire pressure condition sealant is not covered by the
air pressure is getting low and
is detected, the TPMS illuminates
needs to be inflated to the proper (Continued)
the low tire pressure warning light
pressure.
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7. Start with the driver side 12. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF . The tread or sidewall is
front tire. or press STOP to turn the cracked, cut, or snagged
8. Place the relearn tool against ignition off. deep enough to show cord or
the tire sidewall, near the valve 13. Set all four tires to the fabric.
stem. Then press the button to recommended air pressure . The tire has a bump, bulge,
activate the TPMS sensor. level as indicated on the Tire or split.
A horn chirp confirms that the and Loading Information label.
sensor identification code has . The tire has a puncture, cut,
been matched to this tire and Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot
wheel position. be repaired well because of
We recommend that the tires,
9. Proceed to the passenger side the size or location of the
including the spare tire, if the
front tire, and repeat the damage.
vehicle has one, be inspected
procedure in Step 8.
for signs of wear or damage at Tire Rotation
10. Proceed to the passenger side least once a month.
rear tire, and repeat the Tires should be rotated every
procedure in Step 8. Replace the tire if:
12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
11. Proceed to the driver side rear . The indicators at three or Maintenance Schedule on
tire, and repeat the procedure more places around the tire page 11-2.
in Step 8. The horn sounds two can be seen.
times to indicate the sensor Tires are rotated to achieve a
identification code has been
. There is cord or fabric uniform wear for all tires. The
matched to the driver side rear showing through the tire's first rotation is the most
tire, and the TPMS sensor rubber. important.
matching process is no longer
Anytime unusual wear is
active. The TIRE LEARNING
ACTIVE message on the DIC noticed, rotate the tires as soon
display screen goes off. as possible, check for proper tire
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inflation pressure, and check for Adjust the front and rear tires to
damaged tires or wheels. If the the recommended inflation Warning (Continued)
unusual wear continues after the pressure on the Tire and off and cause an accident. When
rotation, check the wheel Loading Information label after changing a wheel, remove any
alignment. See When It Is Time the tires have been rotated. See rust or dirt from places where the
for New Tires on page 10-56 Tire Pressure on page 10-48 wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
and Wheel Replacement on and Vehicle Load Limits on an emergency, a cloth or a paper
page 10-60. page 9-9. towel can be used; however, use
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor a scraper or wire brush later to
System. See Tire Pressure remove all rust or dirt.
Monitor Operation on
page 10-51. Lightly coat the center of the
Check that all wheel nuts are wheel hub with wheel bearing
properly tightened. See “Wheel grease after a wheel change or
Nut Torque” under Capacities tire rotation to prevent corrosion
and Specifications on or rust build-up. Do not get
page 12-2. grease on the flat wheel
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
{ Warning
Use this rotation pattern when Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
rotating the tires. parts to which it is fastened, can
Do not include the compact make wheel nuts become loose
spare tire in the tire rotation. after time. The wheel could come
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When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other
This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate
Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber.
Factors such as maintenance, never used. Multiple factors Parking for an extended period can
temperatures, driving speeds, including temperatures, loading cause flat spots on the tires that
vehicle loading, and road conditions conditions, and inflation pressure may result in vibrations while
affect the wear rate of the tires. maintenance affect how fast aging driving. When storing a vehicle for
takes place. GM recommends that at least a month, remove the tires or
tires, including the spare if raise the vehicle to reduce the
equipped, be replaced after six weight from the tires.
years, regardless of tread wear. The
tire manufacture date is the last four
digits of the DOT Tire Identification Buying New Tires
Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched
one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The
first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed
(01–52) and the last two digits, the were designed to meet General
year. For example, the third week of
the year 2010 would have a
Motors Tire Performance Criteria
four-digit DOT date of 0310. Specification (TPC Spec)
system rating. When
Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed,
tell when it is time for new tires. Tires age when stored normally GM strongly recommends
Treadwear indicators appear when mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating.
or less of tread remaining. See Tire least a month in a cool, dry, clean
Inspection on page 10-54 and Tire area away from direct sunlight to GM's exclusive TPC Spec
Rotation on page 10-54. slow aging. This area should be free system considers over a dozen
critical specifications that impact
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sure they are the same size, may be affected. If the vehicle has Uniform Tire Quality
load range, speed rating, and electronic systems such as antilock
brakes, rollover airbags, traction
Grading
construction (radial) as the
original tires. control, electronic stability control, Quality grades can be found
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance where applicable on the tire
Vehicles that have a tire of these systems can also be sidewall between tread shoulder
pressure monitoring system affected. and maximum section width. For
could give an inaccurate example:
low-pressure warning if non-TPC { Warning
Spec rated tires are installed. Treadwear 200 Traction AA
See Tire Pressure Monitor If different sized wheels are used, Temperature A
System on page 10-50. there may not be an acceptable
level of performance and safety if The following information relates
The Tire and Loading tires not recommended for those to the system developed by the
Information label indicates the wheels are selected. This United States National Highway
original equipment tires on the increases the chance of a crash Traffic Safety Administration
vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits and serious injury. Only use GM (NHTSA), which grades tires by
on page 9-9. specific wheel and tire systems treadwear, traction, and
developed for the vehicle, and temperature performance. This
Different Size Tires and have them properly installed by a applies only to vehicles sold in
Wheels GM certified technician. the United States. The grades
are molded on the sidewalls of
If wheels or tires are installed that most passenger car tires. The
are a different size than the original See Buying New Tires on
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle page 10-56 and Accessories and Uniform Tire Quality Grading
performance, including its braking, Modifications on page 10-3. (UTQG) system does not apply
ride and handling characteristics, to deep tread, winter tires,
stability, and resistance to rollover compact spare tires, tires with
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nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include
or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering,
tires. graded 100. The relative hydroplaning, or peak traction
While the tires available on performance of tires depends characteristics.
General Motors passenger cars upon the actual conditions of
Temperature
and light trucks may vary with their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the The temperature grades are A
respect to these grades, they
norm due to variations in driving (the highest), B, and C,
must also conform to federal
habits, service practices and representing the tire's resistance
safety requirements and
differences in road to the generation of heat and its
additional General Motors Tire
characteristics and climate. ability to dissipate heat when
Performance Criteria (TPC)
tested under controlled
standards. Traction conditions on a specified indoor
All Passenger Car Tires Must The traction grades, from laboratory test wheel. Sustained
Conform to Federal Safety highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, high temperature can cause the
Requirements In Addition To and C. Those grades represent material of the tire to degenerate
These Grades. the tire's ability to stop on wet and reduce tire life, and
Treadwear pavement as measured under excessive temperature can lead
controlled conditions on to sudden tire failure. The grade
The treadwear grade is a specified government test C corresponds to a level of
comparative rating based on the surfaces of asphalt and performance which all
wear rate of the tire when tested concrete. A tire marked C may passenger car tires must meet
under controlled conditions on a have poor traction performance. under the Federal Motor Safety
specified government test Warning: The traction grade Standard No. 109. Grades B and
course. For example, a tire assigned to this tire is based on A represent higher levels of
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performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
test wheel than the minimum or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
required by law. Warning: The vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new
temperature grade for this tire is road, the tires and wheels may need GM original equipment parts.
to be rebalanced. See your dealer
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
for proper diagnosis. { Warning
overloaded. Excessive speed, Wheel Replacement Using the wrong replacement
underinflation, or excessive wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
loading, either separately or in Replace any wheel that is bent,
cracked, or badly rusted or nuts can be dangerous. It could
combination, can cause heat affect the braking and handling of
buildup and possible tire failure. corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
wheel nuts should be replaced. and cause loss of control, causing
Wheel Alignment and Tire If the wheel leaks air, replace it. a crash. Always use the correct
Balance Some aluminum wheels can be wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
repaired. See your dealer if any of nuts for replacement.
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to these conditions exist.
provide the longest tire life and best Your dealer will know the kind of
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
wheel that is needed. { Caution
Each new wheel should have the
are not necessary on a regular same load-carrying capacity, The wrong wheel can also cause
basis. Consider an alignment check diameter, width, offset, and be problems with bearing life, brake
if there is unusual tire wear or the mounted the same way as the one it cooling, speedometer or
vehicle is significantly pulling to one replaces. odometer calibration, headlamp
side or the other. Some slight pull to aim, bumper height, vehicle
the left or right, depending on the
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crown of the road and/or other road
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Caution (Continued)
Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out
ground clearance, and tire or tire { Warning while driving, especially if the tires
chain clearance to the body and are maintained properly. See Tires
chassis. Do not use tire chains. There is on page 10-40. If air goes out of a
not enough clearance. Tire chains tire, it is much more likely to leak
used on a vehicle without the out slowly. But if there is ever a
Used Replacement Wheels proper amount of clearance can blowout, here are a few tips about
cause damage to the brakes, what to expect and what to do:
{ Warning suspension, or other vehicle
If a front tire fails, the flat tire
parts. The area damaged by the
Replacing a wheel with a used creates a drag that pulls the vehicle
tire chains could cause loss of toward that side. Take your foot off
one is dangerous. How it has control and a crash.
been used or how far it has been the accelerator pedal and grip the
driven may be unknown. It could Use another type of traction steering wheel firmly. Steer to
device only if its manufacturer maintain lane position, and then
fail suddenly and cause a crash.
recommends it for the vehicle's gently brake to a stop, well off the
When replacing wheels, use a
tire size combination and road road, if possible.
new GM original equipment
wheel. conditions. Follow that A rear blowout, particularly on a
manufacturer's instructions. To curve, acts much like a skid and
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow may require the same correction as
and readjust or remove the used in a skid. Stop pressing the
traction device if it contacts the accelerator pedal and steer to
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. straighten the vehicle. It may be
If traction devices are used, install very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake
them on the front tires. to a stop, well off the road,
if possible.
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This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains
and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. { Warning
compressor kit. To use the jacking
Overinflating a tire could cause
equipment to change a spare tire Tire Sealant and the tire to rupture and you or
safely, follow the instructions below.
Then see Tire Changing on
Compressor Kit others could be injured. Be sure
page 10-70. To use the tire sealant to read and follow the tire sealant
and compressor kit, see Tire { Warning and compressor kit instructions
Sealant and Compressor Kit on and inflate the tire to its
page 10-63. Idling a vehicle in an enclosed recommended pressure. Do not
area with poor ventilation is exceed the recommended
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), dangerous. Engine exhaust may
use the following example as a pressure.
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust
guide to assist you in the placement contains carbon monoxide (CO)
of wheel blocks (1).
which cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness { Warning
and even death. Never run the
engine in an enclosed area that Storing the tire sealant and
has no fresh air ventilation. For compressor kit or other
more information, see Engine equipment in the passenger
Exhaust on page 9-24. compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store the tire
sealant and compressor kit in its
1. Wheel Block original location.
2. Flat Tire
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If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: Check the tire sealant expiration
compressor kit, there may not be a date on the sealant canister. The
spare tire, tire changing equipment, sealant canister should be replaced
and on some vehicles there may not before its expiration date.
be a place to store a tire. Replacement sealant canisters are
The tire sealant and compressor available at your local dealer. See
can be used to temporarily seal “Removal and Installation of the
punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in Sealant Canister” following.
the tread area of the tire. It can also There is only enough sealant to seal
be used to inflate an under one tire. After usage, the sealant
inflated tire. canister and sealant/air hose
If the tire has been separated from assembly must be replaced. See
the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, “Removal and Installation of the
or has a large puncture, the tire is Sealant Canister” following.
too severely damaged for the tire 1. On/Off Button Using the Tire Sealant and
sealant and compressor kit to be 2. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air Compressor Kit to Temporarily
effective. See Roadside Assistance or Air Only) Seal and Inflate a
Program on page 13-5. 3. Pressure Relief Button Punctured Tire
Read and follow all of the tire 4. Pressure Gauge
5. Air Only Hose (Black) Follow the directions closely for
sealant and compressor kit
6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) correct sealant usage.
instructions.
7. Power Plug
Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handling
instructions on the label adhered to
the compressor.
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Do not remove any objects that 6. Plug the power plug (7) into the
have penetrated the tire. accessory power outlet in the
1. Remove the tire sealant and vehicle. Unplug all items from
compressor kit from its storage other accessory power outlets.
location. See Storing the Tire If the vehicle has an accessory
Sealant and Compressor Kit on power outlet, do not use the
page 10-70. cigarette lighter.
2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (6) If the vehicle only has a cigarette
and the power plug (7). lighter, use the cigarette lighter.
3. Place the kit on the ground. Do not pinch the power plug
Make sure the tire valve stem is cord in the door or window.
When using the tire sealant and positioned close to the ground 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
compressor kit during cold so the hose will reach it. must be running while using the
temperatures, warm the kit in a air compressor.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from
heated environment for five minutes.
the flat tire by turning it 8. Turn the selector switch (2)
This will help to inflate the tire
counterclockwise. clockwise to the Sealant + Air
faster.
5. Attach the sealant/air hose (6) position.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
onto the tire valve stem. Turn it 9. Press the on/off button (1) to
and wheel damage by driving slowly
clockwise until it is tight. turn the tire sealant and
to a level place. Turn on the hazard
compressor kit on.
warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers on page 6-3. The compressor will inject
sealant and air into the tire.
See If a Tire Goes Flat on
page 10-61 for other important The pressure gauge (4) will
safety warnings. initially show a high pressure
while the compressor pushes the
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sealant into the tire. Once the 11. Press the on/off button (1) to
sealant is completely dispersed { Caution turn the tire sealant and
into the tire, the pressure will compressor kit off.
quickly drop and start to rise If the recommended pressure
cannot be reached after The tire is not sealed and will
again as the tire inflates with continue to leak air until the
air only. approximately 25 minutes, the
vehicle should not be driven vehicle is driven and the
10. Inflate the tire to the farther. The tire is too severely sealant is distributed in the tire;
recommended inflation damaged and the tire sealant and therefore, Steps 12–18 must be
pressure using the pressure done immediately after
compressor kit cannot inflate the
gauge (4). The recommended Step 11.
tire. Remove the power plug from
inflation pressure can be found Be careful while handling the
on the Tire and Loading the accessory power outlet and
unscrew the inflating hose from tire sealant and compressor kit
Information label. See Tire as it could be warm after
Pressure on page 10-48. the tire valve. See Roadside
Assistance Program on usage.
The pressure gauge (4) may page 13-5. 12. Unplug the power plug (7) from
read higher than the actual tire the accessory power outlet in
pressure while the compressor the vehicle.
is on. Turn the compressor off
to get an accurate pressure 13. Turn the sealant/air hose (6)
reading. The compressor may counterclockwise to remove it
be turned on/off until the from the tire valve stem.
correct pressure is reached. 14. Replace the tire valve
stem cap.
15. Return the sealant/air hose (6)
and the power plug (7) back in
their original locations.
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19. Stop at a safe location and 21. Dispose of the used sealant
check the tire pressure. Refer canister and sealant/air hose
to Steps 1–11 under “Using the (6) assembly at a local dealer
Tire Sealant and Compressor or in accordance with local
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a state codes and practices.
Tire (Not Punctured).” 22. Replace it with a new canister
16. If the flat tire was able to inflate If the tire pressure has fallen available from your dealer.
to the recommended inflation more than 68 kPa (10 psi) 23. After temporarily sealing a tire
pressure, remove the below the recommended using the tire sealant and
maximum speed label from the inflation pressure, stop driving compressor kit, take the
sealant canister and place it in the vehicle. The tire is too vehicle to an authorized dealer
a highly visible location. Do not severely damaged and the tire within 161 km (100 mi) of
exceed the speed on this label sealant cannot seal the tire. driving to have the tire repaired
until the damaged tire is See Roadside Assistance or replaced.
repaired or replaced. Program on page 13-5.
17. Return the equipment to its If the tire pressure has not
original storage location in the dropped more than 68 kPa
vehicle. (10 psi) from the recommended
18. Immediately drive the vehicle inflation pressure, use the
8 km (5 mi) to distribute the compressor kit to inflate the tire
sealant in the tire. to the recommended inflation
pressure.
20. Wipe off any sealant from the
wheel, tire, and vehicle.
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Using the Tire Sealant and See If a Tire Goes Flat on 6. Plug the power plug (7) into the
Compressor Kit without page 10-61 for other important accessory power outlet in the
Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not safety warnings. vehicle. Unplug all items from
Punctured) 1. Remove the tire sealant and other accessory power outlets.
To use the air compressor to inflate compressor kit from its storage If the vehicle has an accessory
a tire with air only and not sealant: location. See Storing the Tire power outlet, do not use the
Sealant and Compressor Kit on cigarette lighter.
page 10-70. If the vehicle only has a cigarette
2. Unwrap the air only hose (5) and lighter, use the cigarette lighter.
the power plug (7). Do not pinch the power plug
3. Place the kit on the ground. cord in the door or window.
Make sure the tire valve stem is 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
positioned close to the ground must be running while using the
so the hose will reach it. air compressor.
4. Remove the tire valve stem cap 8. Turn the selector switch (2)
from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise to the Air Only
counterclockwise. position.
5. Attach the air only hose (5) onto 9. Press the on/off button (1) to
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire the tire valve stem by turning it turn the compressor on.
and wheel damage by driving slowly clockwise until it is tight. The compressor will inflate the
to a level place. Turn on the hazard
tire with air only.
warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers on page 6-3.
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10. Inflate the tire to the 11. Press the on/off button (1) to Removal and Installation of the
recommended inflation turn the tire sealant and Sealant Canister
pressure using the pressure compressor kit off.
gauge (4). The recommended To remove the sealant canister:
Be careful while handling the
inflation pressure can be found tire sealant and compressor kit
on the Tire and Loading as it could be warm after
Information label. See Tire usage.
Pressure on page 10-48.
12. Unplug the power plug (7) from
The pressure gauge (4) may the accessory power outlet in
read higher than the actual tire the vehicle.
pressure while the compressor
is on. Turn the compressor off 13. Disconnect the air only
to get an accurate reading. The hose (5) from the tire valve
compressor may be turned on/ stem, by turning it
off until the correct pressure is counterclockwise, and replace
reached. If the tire is inflated the tire valve stem cap.
higher than the recommended 14. Return the air only hose (5) 1. Remove the plastic cover.
pressure, press the pressure and the power plug (7) back to
relief button (3), if equipped, their original locations. 2. Unscrew the connector (2) from
until the proper pressure the canister (1).
reading is reached. This option 15. Return the equipment to its
original storage location in the 3. Pull up on the canister (1) to
is only functional when using remove it.
the air only hose (5). vehicle.
4. Replace with a new canister
which is available from your
dealer.
5. Push the new canister into
place.
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6. Screw the connector (2) to the 4. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Fastener (If Equipped)
canister (1). compressor kit. To access the spare tire and tools:
7. Slide the plastic cover back on. To store the tire sealant and 1. Open the trunk.
compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Storing the Tire Sealant 2. Remove the spare tire cover.
and Compressor Kit Tire Changing
To access the tire sealant and Removing the Spare Tire and
compressor kit: Tools
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on
page 2-14.
2. Lift the cover.
4. The jack and tools are stored 2. Turn the wheel wrench 5. Place the jack near the flat tire.
below the spare tire. Remove counterclockwise to loosen and 6. Put the compact spare tire
them from their container and remove the wheel nut caps. near you.
place them near the tire being Do not try to remove plastic caps
changed. from the cover or center cap. { Warning
Removing the Flat Tire and 3. Pull the cover or center cap
Installing the Spare Tire away from the wheel. Store the Getting under a vehicle when it is
wheel cover in the cargo area lifted on a jack is dangerous.
until you have the flat tire If the vehicle slips off the jack,
repaired or replaced. you could be badly injured or
killed. Never get under a vehicle
when it is supported only by
a jack.
{ Warning
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can
damage the vehicle and even
Take off the wheel cover or center make the vehicle fall. To help
cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach avoid personal injury and vehicle
the wheel bolts. damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
1. Do a safety check before 4. Turn the wheel wrench head into the proper location
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes counterclockwise to loosen all before raising the vehicle.
Flat on page 10-61. the wheel nuts, but do not
remove them yet.
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{ Warning { Caution
Lifting a vehicle and getting under Make sure that the jack lift head
it to do maintenance or repairs is is in the correct position or you
dangerous without the may damage your vehicle. The
appropriate safety equipment and repairs would not be covered by
training. If a jack is provided with your warranty.
the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
10. Raise the vehicle by turning the
is provided with the vehicle, only
jack handle clockwise. Raise
use it for changing a flat tire. the vehicle far enough off the
ground so there is enough
7. Attach the jack lift assist tool to room for the road tire to clear
the jack by fitting both ends of the ground.
the jack and tool over one
another.
8. Place the jack under the vehicle.
9. Position the jack lift head at the
jack location nearest the flat tire.
The location is indicated by a
notch on the bottom edge of the
body side. The jack must not be
used in any other position.
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and 5. Place the tire, lying flat, facing If this vehicle has a compact spare
Tools with a Screw in Fastener up in the spare tire well. tire, it was fully inflated when new;
6. Turn the retainer nut clockwise however, it can lose air over time.
to secure the tire. Check the inflation pressure
regularly. It should be 420 kPa
7. Place the floor cover on the (60 psi).
wheel.
Stop as soon as possible and check
To store the compact spare tire, use that the spare tire is correctly
the shorter mounting bolt. inflated after being installed on the
The compact spare is for temporary vehicle. The compact spare tire is
use only. Replace the compact designed for temporary use only.
spare tire with a full-size tire as The vehicle will perform differently
soon as you can. with the spare tire installed and it is
recommended that the vehicle
Compact Spare Tire speed be limited to 80 km/h
1. Turn the wrench (50 mph). To conserve the tread of
counterclockwise to remove the the spare tire, have the standard tire
fastener. { Warning repaired or replaced as soon as
2. Replace the fastener with the convenient and return the spare tire
Driving with more than one to the storage area.
one provided in the foam. compact spare tire at a time could
Use the longer fastener to store result in loss of braking and When using a compact spare tire,
the flat tire. handling. This could lead to a the ABS and Traction Control
crash and you or others could be systems may engage until the spare
3. Turn the wrench clockwise to tire is recognized by the vehicle,
tighten the fastener. injured. Use only one compact
especially on slippery roads. Adjust
spare tire at a time.
4. Replace the foam, jack and driving to reduce possible
tools, and the tire in their original wheel slip.
storage location.
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{ Caution
1. Clips The vehicle has a remote If the other vehicle does not have
2. Pivot Points positive (+) terminal under a trim a 12-volt system with a negative
cover. It is under the battery cover ground, both vehicles can be
To remove the battery cover: on the driver side of the engine damaged. Only use a vehicle that
1. Release the two rear clips (1). compartment. See Engine has a 12-volt system with a
Compartment Overview on negative ground for jump starting.
2. Lift the battery cover up toward
page 10-5. You should always use
the front of the vehicle to release
this remote positive (+) terminal.
it from the pivot points (2) and 2. Position the two vehicles so that
remove. they are not touching.
3. Reverse Steps 1–2 to reinstall To avoid the possibility of the
the battery cover. vehicles rolling, set the parking
brake firmly on both vehicles
involved in the jump start
procedure. Put an automatic
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transmission in P (Park) or a
manual transmission in Neutral { Warning Warning (Continued)
before setting the parking brake.
An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that
3. Set the parking brake firmly on when the engine is not running first. If you do not, explosive gas
both vehicles. Put an automatic and can injure you. Keep hands, could be present.
transmission in P (Park) or a clothing and tools away from any
manual transmission in Neutral Battery fluid contains acid that
underhood electric fan. can burn you. Do not get it on
before setting the parking brake.
you. If you accidentally get it in
{ Caution your eyes or on your skin, flush
{ Warning the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump Using a match near a battery can
starting procedure, they could be cause battery gas to explode.
damaged. The repairs would not People have been hurt doing this,
be covered by the vehicle and some have been blinded. { Warning
warranty. Whenever possible, turn Use a flashlight if you need more Fans or other moving engine
off or unplug all accessories on light. parts can injure you badly. Keep
either vehicle when jump starting. Be sure the battery has enough your hands away from moving
water. You do not need to add parts once the engine is running.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF water to the battery installed in
and switch off all lights and your new vehicle. But if a battery 6. Connect the red positive (+)
accessories in both vehicles, has filler caps, be sure the right cable to the remote positive (+)
except the hazard warning amount of fluid is there. If it is low, terminal of the discharged
flashers if needed. (Continued) battery.
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Dolly Towing
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calcium chloride and other salts, ice The bright metal moldings on the
melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminum. To prevent
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from damage always follow these
industrial chimneys, etc., can may damage it. Use only cleaning instructions:
damage the vehicle's finish if they non-abrasive waxes and polishes
. Be sure the molding is cool to
remain on painted surfaces. Wash that are made for a basecoat/
clearcoat paint finish on the the touch before applying any
the vehicle as soon as possible. cleaning solution.
If necessary, use non-abrasive vehicle.
cleaners that are marked safe for . Use a cleaning solution
painted surfaces to remove foreign approved for aluminum. Some
To keep the paint finish looking new,
matter. keep the vehicle garaged or cleaners are highly acidic or
covered whenever possible. contain alkaline substances and
Occasional hand waxing or mild can damage the moldings.
polishing should be done to remove Protecting Exterior Bright Metal
residue from the paint finish. See . Always dilute a concentrated
Moldings cleaner according to the
your dealer for approved cleaning
products. manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not apply waxes or polishes to
{ Caution . Do not use chrome cleaners.
uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, Failure to clean and protect the . Do not use cleaners that are not
decals, simulated wood, or flat paint bright metal moldings can result intended for automotive use.
as damage can occur. in a hazy white finish or pitting. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the
This damage would not be
vehicle after washing to protect
{ Caution covered by the vehicle warranty. and extend the molding finish.
Machine compounding or
aggressive polishing on a
basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
(Continued)
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Steering, Suspension, and underbody. Take care to thoroughly Chemical Paint Spotting
Chassis Components clean any areas where mud and
Airborne pollutants can fall upon
other debris can collect.
Visually inspect steering, and attack painted vehicle surfaces
suspension, and chassis Sheet Metal Damage causing blotchy, ring-shaped
components for damaged, loose, discolorations, and small, irregular
If the vehicle is damaged and dark spots etched into the paint
or missing parts or signs of wear at
requires sheet metal repair or surface. See “Finish Care”
least once a year.
replacement, make sure the body previously in this section.
Inspect power steering for proper repair shop applies anti-corrosion
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, material to parts repaired or
chafing, etc. replaced to restore corrosion Interior Care
Visually check constant velocity joint protection. To prevent dirt particle abrasions,
boots and axle seals for leaks. Original manufacturer replacement regularly clean the vehicle's interior.
parts will provide the corrosion Immediately remove any soils. Note
Body Component Lubrication protection while maintaining the that newspapers or dark garments
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, vehicle warranty. that can transfer color to home
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel furnishings can also permanently
fuel door hinge, unless the Finish Damage transfer color to the vehicle's
components are plastic. Applying Quickly repair minor chips and interior.
silicone grease on weatherstrips scratches with touch-up materials Use a soft bristle brush to remove
with a clean cloth will make them available from your dealer to avoid dust from knobs and crevices on the
last longer, seal better, and not stick corrosion. Larger areas of finish instrument cluster. Using a mild
or squeak. damage can be corrected in your soap solution, immediately remove
dealer's body and paint shop. hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect
Underbody Maintenance repellent from all interior surfaces or
At least twice a year, spring and fall permanent damage may result.
use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the
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Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and
Start by vacuuming the surface
center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays
using a soft brush attachment. If a
a clean area frequently to
rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss
prevent forcing the soil in to the
used during vacuuming, only use it surfaces or vehicle displays, use a
fabric.
on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces.
gently remove as much of the soil 4. Continue gently rubbing the Before wiping the surface with the
as possible using one of the soiled area until there is no microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle
following techniques: longer any color transfer from brush to remove dirt that could
the soil to the cleaning cloth. scratch the surface. Then use the
. Gently blot liquids with a paper
towel. Continue blotting until no 5. If the soil is not completely microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to
more soil can be removed. removed, use a mild soap clean. Never use window cleaners
solution followed only by plain or solvents. Periodically hand wash
. For solid soils, remove as much the microfiber cloth separately,
water.
as possible prior to vacuuming. using mild soap. Do not use bleach
If the soil is not completely or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly
To clean:
removed, it may be necessary to and air dry before next use.
1. Saturate a clean lint-free use a commercial upholstery
colorfast cloth with water. cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small
Microfiber cloth is recommended hidden area for colorfastness before { Caution
to prevent lint transfer to the using a commercial upholstery
fabric or carpet. Do not attach a device with a
cleaner or spot lifter. If ring
formation occurs, clean the entire suction cup to the display. This
2. Remove excess moisture by may cause damage and would
gently wringing until water does fabric or carpet.
not be covered by the warranty.
not drip from the cleaning cloth. Following the cleaning process, a
paper towel can be used to blot
excess moisture.
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Maintenance Schedule
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may
{ Caution
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-2 also help to maintain the value of Damage caused by improper
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the maintenance can lead to costly
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application repairs and may not be covered
all required maintenance performed. by the vehicle warranty.
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Your dealer has trained technicians Maintenance intervals, checks,
Additional Maintenance who can perform required inspections, recommended fluids,
and Care maintenance using genuine and lubricants are important to
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have keep the vehicle in good working
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 up-to-date tools and equipment for condition.
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy The Tire Rotation and Required
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online Services are the responsibility of the
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11 scheduling to assist with service vehicle owner. It is recommended to
Maintenance Replacement needs. have your dealer perform these
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12 services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Your dealer recognizes the Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
Maintenance Records importance of providing keep the vehicle in good working
Maintenance Records . . . . . . 11-13 competitively priced maintenance condition, improves fuel economy,
and repair services. With trained and reduces vehicle emissions.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Normal
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Except 2.0L Engine: Replace spark plugs. Inspect
spark plug wires.
@
2.0L Engine Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect
spark plug wires.
@ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6) @
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Footnotes — Maintenance
Schedule Additional Required
Services - Normal
(1) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. More frequent
replacement may be needed if the
vehicle is driven in areas with heavy
traffic, areas with poor air quality,
or areas with high dust levels.
Replacement may also be needed if
there is a reduction in air flow,
excessive window fogging, or odors.
(2) Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up,
routing, and condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever
comes first.
(4) Or every five years, whichever
comes first. See Cooling System on
page 10-13.
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage;
replace, if needed.
(6) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @
Except 2.0L Engine: Replace spark plugs. Inspect
spark plug wires.
@
2.0L Engine Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect
spark plug wires.
@ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6) @
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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading
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Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading
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Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading
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Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
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
2.0L L4 Engine 7.4 L 7.8 qt
2.5L L4 Engine 7.4 L 7.8 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
2.0L L4 Engine 4.7 L 5.0 qt
2.5L L4 Engine 4.7 L 5.0 qt
Fuel Tank
Base model 59.7 L 15.8 gal
LT or LTZ model 70.0 L 18.5 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 Engine X Automatic 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–
0.035 in)
2.5L L4 Engine L Automatic 0.95–1.1 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
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STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the
member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you
it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's may reject it and proceed with any
resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest other venue for relief available
further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. to you.
Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: You may contact the BBB Auto Line
Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free
Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at
Canada Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied the following address:
1-800-263-3777 (English), with your new vehicle. However,
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). BBB Auto Line Program
if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus,
We encourage you to call the after following the procedure Inc.
toll-free number in order to give your outlined in Steps One and Two, you 4200 Wilson Boulevard
inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business Suite 800
following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program Arlington , VA 22203-1838
give the Customer Assistance to enforce your rights.
representative: Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
The BBB Auto Line Program is an www.dr.bbb.org/goauto
. Vehicle Identification out-of-court program administered
Number (VIN). This is available by the Council of Better Business This program is available in all
from the vehicle registration or Bureaus to settle automotive 50 states and the District of
title, or the plate at the top left of disputes regarding vehicle repairs or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
the instrument panel and visible the interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other
through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves
be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility
. Dealership name and location. limitations and/or discontinue its
dispute resolution program prior to
. Vehicle delivery date and filing a court action, use of the participation in this program.
present mileage. program is free of charge and your
case will generally be heard within
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Canada Assistance Center. Any TTY user in I (Service History): View and
the U.S. can communicate with print dealer-recorded service
General Motors of Canada Limited
Chevrolet by dialing: records and self-recorded service
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in records.
CA1-163-005
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
1908 Colonel Sam Drive D (Preferred Dealer
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Information): Select a preferred
www.gm.ca Online Owner Center dealer and view dealer location,
1-800-263-3777 (English) Online Owner Experience maps, phone numbers, and hours.
1-800-263-7854 (French) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com J (Warranty Tracking
1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle’s
The Chevrolet online owner
Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information.
experience is a one-stop resource
Roadside Assistance:
1-800-268-6800
that allows interaction with J (Recall Information): View
Chevrolet and keeps important active recalls by Vehicle
Overseas vehicle-specific information in one Identification Number (VIN). See
place. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Please contact the local General
on page 12-1.
Motors Business Unit. Membership Benefits
E (Vehicle Information): H (Other Account Information):
Customer Assistance for View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite
Download owner manuals and view
radio (if equipped), and OnStar
Text Telephone (TTY) vehicle-specific how-to videos.
account information.
Users G (Maintenance Information): F (Live Chat Support): Chat live
View maintenance schedules,
To assist customers who are deaf, with online help representatives.
alerts, OnStar onboard vehicle
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired Visit my.chevrolet.com to register
diagnostic information, and
and who use Text Telephones
schedule service appointments. your vehicle.
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY
equipment available at its Customer
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Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call
Canadian-Purchased Vehicles emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this,
receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions.
. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt
is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel If your dealer requests you to bring
to Roadside Assistance. the vehicle for service, you are
delivery may be restricted. Mechanical failures may be
Propane and other fuels are not urged to do so as early in the work
covered, however any cost for day as possible to allow for
provided through this service. parts and labor for repairs not same-day repair.
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle covered by the warranty are the
registration is required. owner responsibility.
Courtesy Transportation
. Trip Interruption Benefits and Program
Assistance: Must be over Scheduling Service
150 kilometers from where your Appointments To enhance your ownership
trip was started to qualify. experience, we and our participating
When the vehicle requires warranty dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
General Motors of Canada
service, contact your dealer and Transportation, a customer support
Limited requires
request an appointment. By program for vehicles with the
pre-authorization, original
scheduling a service appointment Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty
detailed receipts, and a copy of
and advising the service consultant Coverage period in Canada),
the repair orders. Once
of your transportation needs, your extended powertrain, and/or
authorization has been received,
dealer can help minimize your hybrid-specific warranties in both
the Roadside Assistance advisor
inconvenience. the U.S. and Canada.
will help to make arrangements
and explain how to receive If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation
payment. into the service department options are available to assist in
. immediately, keep driving it until it reducing inconvenience when
Alternative Service: If
can be scheduled for service, warranty repairs are required.
assistance cannot be provided
unless, of course, the problem is
right away, the Roadside
Assistance advisor may give
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Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a
part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited
entitled “Limited Warranty and reimbursement for reasonable fuel Additional Program
Owner Assistance Information” expenses may be available. Claim Information
furnished with each new vehicle amounts should reflect actual costs All program options, such as shuttle
provides detailed warranty coverage and be supported by original service, may not be available at
information. receipts. See your dealer for every dealer. Contact your dealer
information. for specific availability.
Transportation Options
Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to
Warranty service can generally be
For an overnight warranty repair, the unilaterally modify, change,
completed while you wait. However,
dealer may provide an available or discontinue Courtesy
if you are unable to do so, your
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for Transportation at any time and to
dealer may offer the following
reimbursement of a rental vehicle. resolve all questions of claim
transportation options:
Reimbursement is limited and must eligibility pursuant to the terms and
Shuttle Service be supported by original receipts as conditions described herein at its
well as a signed and completed sole discretion.
This includes one-way or round-trip
shuttle service within reasonable rental agreement and meet state/
time and distance parameters of provincial, local, and rental vehicle Collision Damage Repair
your dealer's area. provider requirements. If the vehicle is involved in a
Requirements vary and may include collision and it is damaged, have the
Public Transportation or Fuel minimum age requirements,
Reimbursement damage repaired by a qualified
insurance coverage, credit card, etc. technician using the proper
If overnight warranty repairs are Additional fees such as fuel usage equipment and quality replacement
needed, and public transportation is charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, parts. Poorly performed collision
used, the expense must be excessive mileage, or rental usage repairs diminish the vehicle resale
supported by original receipts and beyond the completion of the repair
within the maximum amount allowed are also your responsibility.
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value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained
be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable
collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment.
related failures are not covered by
Collision Parts that warranty. Insuring the Vehicle
Genuine GM Collision parts are new Aftermarket collision parts are also Protect your investment in the GM
parts made with the same materials available. These are made by vehicle with comprehensive and
and construction methods as the companies other than GM and may collision insurance coverage. There
parts with which the vehicle was not have been tested for the vehicle. are significant differences in the
originally built. Genuine GM As a result, these parts may fit quality of coverage afforded by
Collision parts are the best choice to poorly, exhibit premature durability/ various insurance policy terms.
ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not Many insurance policies provide
appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent reduced protection to the GM
are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not vehicle by limiting compensation for
GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle damage repairs through the use of
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some
Recycled original equipment parts failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not
may also be used for repair. These covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts.
parts are typically removed from When purchasing insurance, we
vehicles that were total losses in Repair Facility recommend that you ensure that the
prior crashes. In most cases, the GM also recommends that you vehicle will be repaired with GM
parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that original equipment collision parts.
undamaged sections of the vehicle. meets your needs before you ever If such insurance coverage is not
A recycled original equipment GM need collision repairs. Your dealer available from your current
part may be an acceptable choice to may have a collision repair center insurance carrier, consider switching
maintain the vehicle's originally with GM-trained technicians and to another insurance carrier.
designed appearance and safety state‐of‐the‐art equipment, or be
performance; however, the history of able to recommend a collision repair
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If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage
company may require you to have . Driver name, address, and Repair Process
insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number.
Genuine GM Original Equipment In the event that the vehicle requires
Manufacturer (OEM) parts or . Driver license number. damage repairs, GM recommends
Genuine Manufacturer replacement .
that you take an active role in its
Owner name, address, and repair. If you have a pre-determined
parts. Read the lease carefully, as telephone number.
you may be charged at the end of repair facility of choice, take the
the lease for poor quality repairs.
. Vehicle license plate number. vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Specify to the facility that any
. Vehicle make, model, and
If a Crash Occurs model year.
required replacement collision parts
be original equipment parts, either
If there has been an injury, call . Vehicle Identification new Genuine GM parts or recycled
emergency services for help. Do not
Number (VIN). original GM parts. Remember,
leave the scene of a crash until all
. Insurance company and policy recycled parts will not be covered by
matters have been taken care of.
number. the GM vehicle warranty.
Move the vehicle only if its position
puts you in danger, or you are . General description of the Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
instructed to move it by a police damage to the other vehicle. but you must live with the repair.
officer. Depending on your policy limits,
Choose a reputable repair facility your insurance company may
Give only the necessary information that uses quality replacement parts. initially value the repair using
to police and other parties involved See “Collision Parts” earlier in this aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
in the crash. section. the repair professional, and insist on
For emergency towing see If the airbag has inflated, see What Genuine GM parts. Remember,
Roadside Assistance Program on Will You See after an Airbag if the vehicle is leased, you may be
page 13-5. Inflates? on page 3-23. obligated to have the vehicle
repaired with Genuine GM parts,
even if your insurance coverage
does not pay the full cost.
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If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions ORDER TOLL FREE:
company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday
you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time
repair valuation based on that For Credit Card Orders Only
insurance company's collision policy Owner Information
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see
repair limits, as you have no Owner publications are written Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com.
contractual limits with that company. specifically for owners and intended
In such cases, you can have control to provide basic operational Or write to:
of the repair and parts choices as information about the vehicle. The Helm, Incorporated
long as the cost stays within Owner Manual includes the Attention: Customer Service
reasonable limits. Maintenance Schedule for all 47911 Halyard Drive
models. Plymouth, MI 48170
Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Prices are subject to change without
Ordering Information Owner Manual, and Warranty notice and without incurring
Manual. obligation. Allow ample time for
Service Manuals
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 – delivery.
Service Manuals have the diagnosis $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and All listed prices are quoted in U.S.
and repair information on the shipping fees. funds. Make checks payable in U.S.
engines, transmission, axle,
Without Pouch: Owner Manual only. funds.
suspension, brakes, electrical,
steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
Radio Frequency
Service Bulletins Identification (RFID)
shipping fees.
Service Bulletins give additional RFID technology is used in some
technical service information Current and Past Models
vehicles for functions such as tire
needed to knowledgeably service Technical Service Bulletins and pressure monitoring and ignition
General Motors cars and trucks. Manuals are available for current system security, as well as in
and past model GM vehicles.
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connection with conveniences such Operation is subject to the following Reporting Safety
as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) two conditions:
transmitters for remote door locking/ 1. The device may not cause
Defects
unlocking and starting, and harmful interference.
in-vehicle transmitters for garage Reporting Safety Defects
door openers. RFID technology in 2. The device must accept any
GM vehicles does not use or record interference received, including to the United States
personal information or link with any interference that may cause Government
other GM system containing undesired operation of the
device. If you believe that your vehicle
personal information.
has a defect which could cause
Changes or modifications to any of a crash or could cause injury or
Radio Frequency these systems by other than an death, you should immediately
Statement authorized service facility could void
inform the National Highway
authorization to use this equipment.
This vehicle has systems that Traffic Safety Administration
operate on a radio frequency that (NHTSA) in addition to notifying
complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the General Motors.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules and with If NHTSA receives similar
Industry Canada Standards complaints, it may open an
RSS-GEN/210/220/310. investigation, and if it finds that
a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual
problems between you, your
dealer, or General Motors.
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To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian Chevrolet Motor Division
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Chevrolet Customer Assistance
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
Government Center
http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you P.O. Box 33170
write to: believe that the vehicle has a safety Detroit, MI 48232-5170
defect, notify Transport Canada
Administrator, NHTSA In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777
immediately, and notify General
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. (English) or 1-800-263-7854
Motors of Canada Limited. Call
Washington, D.C. 20590 (French), or write:
Transport Canada at
You can also obtain other 1-800-333-0510 or write to: General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
information about motor Transport Canada
CA1-163-005
vehicle safety from Road Safety Branch
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
http://www.safercar.gov. 80 rue Noel
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Gatineau , QC J8Z 0A1
Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a
better understanding of the
Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and
event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are
Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a
The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs; no
computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air data are recorded by the EDR under
about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road normal driving conditions and no
how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in personal data (e.g., name, gender,
vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s age, and crash location) are
monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is recorded. However, other parties,
transmission performance, to designed to record data related to such as law enforcement, could
monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety combine the EDR data with the type
deployment and deploy them in a systems for a short period of time, of personally identifying data
crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The routinely acquired during a crash
antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to investigation.
control the vehicle. These modules record such data as:
To read data recorded by an EDR,
may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your special equipment is required, and
technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating; access to the vehicle or the EDR is
Some modules may also store data needed. In addition to the vehicle
about how the vehicle is operated,
. Whether or not the driver and
passenger safety belts were manufacturer, other parties, such as
such as rate of fuel consumption or law enforcement, that have the
average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened;
.
special equipment, can read the
retain personal preferences, such as How far (if at all) the driver was information if they have access to
radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ the vehicle or the EDR.
temperature settings. or brake pedal; and,
GM will not access this data or
. How fast the vehicle was share it with others except: with the
traveling. consent of the vehicle owner or,
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if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and
consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar
to an official request by police or website.
similar government office; as part of
GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System
the discovery process; or, as
required by law. Data that GM If the vehicle is equipped with a
collects or receives may also be navigation system as part of the
used for GM research needs or may infotainment system, use of the
be made available to others for system may result in the storage of
research purposes, where a need is destinations, addresses, telephone
shown and the data is not tied to a numbers, and other trip information.
specific vehicle or vehicle owner. See the infotainment manual for
information on stored data and for
deletion instructions.
OnStar®
If the vehicle is equipped with
OnStar® and has an active
subscription, additional data may be
collected through the OnStar
system. This includes information
about the vehicle’s operation;
collisions involving the vehicle; the
use of the vehicle and its features;
and, in certain situations, the
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
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OnStar 14-1
14-2 OnStar
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Press > to get a priority connection OnStar Services
Navigation voice commands.
to an OnStar Emergency Advisor
Requires a specific OnStar
available 24/7 to: Emergency
subscription plan.
. Get help for an emergency.
. Obtain the WiFi network name, With Automatic Crash Response,
or Service Set Identifier or SSID, . Be a Good Samaritan or the OnStar system can
and passphrase (if equipped). respond to an AMBER Alert. automatically connect to an OnStar
. Get assistance in severe Emergency Advisor. The built-in
Press Q to connect to a live system can automatically connect to
Advisor to: weather or other crisis and
evacuation routes. help in certain crashes.
. Verify account information or
Press > to connect to an OnStar
update contact information.
Emergency Advisor. GPS
. Get driving directions. Requires technology is used to identify the
a specific OnStar vehicle location and can provide
subscription plan.. important information to emergency
. Receive On-Demand personnel. OnStar Emergency
Diagnostics for a check of the Advisors are trained to provide
vehicle’s key operating systems. assistance and link to existing
public emergency service providers
. Receive Roadside Assistance. in emergency situations.
. Manage WiFi Settings (if With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
equipped). trained Crisis Advisors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
assistance, and information if a
crisis occurs.
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OnStar 14-3
14-4 OnStar
navigation system in the vehicle (if WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped
equipped). After the call ends, press The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that with the tire pressure monitoring
the “Go” button on the navigation provides a high-speed, wireless system); or activate remote horn
screen to begin driving directions. Internet connection to connect and lights. Also remote start the
If directions are downloaded to the multiple mobile devices (data plan vehicle (if factory equipped) or
navigation system, the route can required). unlock the doors from anywhere
only be canceled through the with a wireless connection (if
1. To retrieve WiFi hotspot equipped with automatic locks).
navigation system.
information, press = and select With a required specific OnStar
Destinations can also be or say “WiFi settings.” subscription plan, a destination can
downloaded on the go. For be sent to the vehicle. For OnStar
information about eNav or 2. The WiFi settings will display the RemoteLink information and
Destination Download, see WiFi network name/SSID, compatibility, see www.onstar.com
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or passphrase, and level of (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
www.onstar.ca (Canada). encryption.
3. To change the SSID or OnStar RemoteLink® Key Fob
Connections Services
passphrase, press Q or call
1-888-4-ONSTAR to connect This feature is included for five
The required specific Onstar
with an Advisor. years and allows for remote door
subscription plan includes the
lock/unlock (if equipped with
services that follow to help OnStar RemoteLink® Mobile App automatic locks), remote start (if
customers stay connected. (If Equipped) factory equipped), or activation of
For coverage maps, see Download the OnStar RemoteLink horn and lights from anywhere with
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or mobile app to select Apple®, a wireless signal. Download the app
www.onstar.ca (Canada). Android™, and BlackBerry® or and start using it any time during the
Windows 7 or 8 mobile devices. trial period to get started.
From the mobile device, check the
vehicle’s fuel level, oil life, or tire
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OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say “Call.” System responds: 3. Say the entire number without
“OK, dialing 911.” pausing. System responds:
This service allows calls to be made
“Please say the name tag.”
and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number
4. Pick a name tag. System
To Make a Call 1. Press =. System responds: responds: “About to store <name
1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar ready.” tag>. Does that sound OK?”
“OnStar ready.” 2. Say “My number.” System 5. Say “Yes” or say “No” to try
2. Say “Call.” System responds: responds: “Your OnStar again. System responds: “OK,
“Please say the name or number Hands-Free Calling number is,” storing <name tag>.”
to call.” then says the number.
Place a Call Using a Stored
3. Say the entire number without End a Call Number
pausing, including a “1” and the
Press =. System responds: “Call 1. Press =. System responds:
area code. System responds:
“OK calling.” ended.” “OnStar ready.”
Store a Name Tag for Speed 2. Say “Call <name tag>.” System
Calling 911 Emergency responds: “OK, calling
Dialing
1. Press =. System responds: <name tag>.”
“OnStar Ready,” followed by 1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready.” Verify Minutes and Expiration
a tone.
2. Say “Call.” System responds: 2. Say “Store.” System responds: Press = and say “Minutes” then
“Please say the name or number “Please say the number you “Verify” to check how many minutes
to call.” would like to store.” remain and their expiration date.
3. Say “911” without pausing.
System responds: “911.”
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14-6 OnStar
OnStar 14-7
in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification
provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN)
network capacity, reception, and
technology compatible with OnStar Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of
services. Service involving location subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote
information about the vehicle cannot and medical conditions. Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle
work unless GPS signals are Assistance. The PIN will need to be
Press Q for help with: changed the first time when
available, unobstructed, and
compatible with the OnStar . Locating a gas station with an speaking with an Advisor. To
hardware. OnStar services may not attendant to pump gas. change the OnStar PIN, contact an
work if the OnStar equipment is not . Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc., OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or
properly installed or it has not been that meets accessibility needs. calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR.
properly maintained. If equipment or
software is added, connected,
. Providing directions to the Warranty
or modified, OnStar services may closest hospital or pharmacy in OnStar equipment may be
not work. Other problems beyond urgent situations. warranted as part of the vehicle
the control of OnStar may prevent TTY Users warranty.
service such as hills, tall buildings,
tunnels, weather, electrical system OnStar has the ability to Languages
design and architecture of the communicate to deaf, The vehicle can be programmed to
vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired respond in multiple languages.
crash, or wireless phone network customers while in the vehicle. The
available dealer-installed TTY Press Q and ask for an Advisor.
congestion or jamming. Advisors are available in English,
system can provide in-vehicle
See Radio Frequency Statement on access to all of the OnStar services, Spanish, and French. Available
page 13-12. except Virtual Advisor and OnStar languages may vary by country.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
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14-8 OnStar
Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems
loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is
OnStar cannot perform Remote
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected.
Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
Advisor may give a verbal route or
Assistance after the vehicle has Add-on Electrical Equipment
may ask for a call back after the
been off continuously for five days.
vehicle is driven into an open area. The OnStar system is integrated
After five days, OnStar can contact
Roadside Assistance and a into the electrical architecture of the
Cellular and GPS Antennas vehicle. Do not add any electrical
locksmith to help gain access to the
vehicle. Do not place items over or near the equipment. See Add-On Electrical
antenna to prevent blocking cellular Equipment on page 9-53. Added
Global Positioning and GPS signal reception. Cellular electrical equipment may interfere
System (GPS) reception is required for OnStar to with the operation of the OnStar
send remote signals to the vehicle. system and cause it to not operate.
. Obstruction of the GPS can
occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar Privacy
buildings; in parking garages; Message The complete OnStar Privacy
around airports; in tunnels,
If there is limited cellular coverage Statement may be found at
underpasses; or in an area with
or the cellular network has reached www.onstar.com (U.S.),
very dense trees. If GPS signals
maximum capacity, this message or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We
are not available, the OnStar
may come on. Press Q to try the recommend that you review it. If you
system should still operate to
call again or try again after driving a have any questions, call
call OnStar. However, OnStar
few miles into another cellular area. 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
could have difficulty identifying
the exact location. or press Q to speak with an
Vehicle and Power Issues Advisor. Users of wireless
. In emergency situations, OnStar communications are cautioned that
OnStar services require a vehicle
can use the last stored GPS the privacy of any information sent
electrical system, wireless service,
location to send to emergency via wireless cellular communications
and GPS satellite technologies to be
responders. cannot be assured. Third parties
available and operating for features
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14-10 OnStar
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INDEX i-1
i-2 INDEX
INDEX i-3
Cleaning Coolant D
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . 13-8
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-86 Engine Temperature
Danger, Warnings, and
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 8-1 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . 13-14
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Engine Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-26
Daytime Running
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Courtesy Transportation
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . 13-8 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Devices
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 10-75 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Compartments Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
Display
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Center Stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . 13-4
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-3
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Compressor Kit, Tire Text Telephone (TTY)
Door
Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-63 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-4
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Connections Customer Information
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-4 Service Publications
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Control Ordering Information . . . . . . .13-11
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Traction and Electronic Customer Satisfaction
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-29 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Driver Information
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
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INDEX i-5
i-6 INDEX
INDEX i-7
i-8 INDEX
INDEX i-9
i-10 INDEX
INDEX i-11
i-12 INDEX