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Part No. 92259318
June 2014 (MY14 VF Sedan & Sportwagon. Print 7)
Introduction iii
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iv Introduction
Introduction
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beginning of this manual and Danger, Warnings, and damage.
within each chapter shows
where the information is located.
Cautions
. The index will enable you to
search for specific information.
{ Danger
. Directional data, e.g. left or right, Text marked { Danger provides
or front or back, always relate to information on risk of fatal injury.
the direction of travel. Disregarding this information may
endanger life.
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In Brief 1-1
1-2 In Brief
1. Recline
2. Lumbar
3. Height (up/down)
4. Lift for forwards/backwards
5. Lumbar
6. Recline
7. Forwards/backwards, up/down,
cushion tilt
See Seat Position on page 3-3.
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In Brief 1-3
. Lift the head restraint up to . To adjust horizontally, pull the The vehicle may have adjustable
raise it. front head restraint forwards and rear head restraints, these can be
. Push the locking button and engage in one of three positions. removed.
push the head restraint down to . To return to its rearmost position, See Head Restraints on page 3-1.
lower it. pull fully forwards and release.
See Child Restraint Systems on
. Front head restraints cannot be page 3-20.
removed.
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1-4 In Brief
In Brief 1-5
1-6 In Brief
In Brief 1-7
1. Vents. See Adjustable Air Vents 13. Lever for: 20. Hazard Warning Flashers on
on page 8-6. Turn and Lane-Change Signals page 6-4.
2. Glove Box on page 4-1. on page 6-4. 21. Climate control switches. See
3. Vents. See Adjustable Air Vents Headlamp High/Low-Beam Air Conditioning System on
on page 8-6. Changer on page 6-2. page 8-1.
4. Infotainment system controls. Driver Information Centre (DIC) 22. Electric Parking Brake on
See Overview on page 7-3. under Instrument Panel page 9-15.
5. Infotainment screen. See Overview on page 5-3. 23. Electronic stability control
Overview on page 7-3. 14. Exterior Lamp Controls on switch. See Electronic Stability
page 6-1. Control (ESC) on page 9-18.
6. Sunlight sensor. See Air Park Assist
Parking switches.
Assist SeeSee
switches. Park
Conditioning System on 15. Instrument panel illumination Parking
Assist onAssist
page on page 9-26.
9-26.
page 8-1. switch. See Interior Lighting on
page 1-8. 24. Front Storage on page 4-3.
7. Engine Start/Stop button. See
Ignition Positions on page 9-4 16. Head-up display controls. See 25. 12 volt power socket. See
Head-Up Display (HUD) on Power Outlets on page 5-9.
8. Windscreen Wiper/Washer on
page 5-7. page 5-24. 26. Shift lever. See Transmission
17. Ignition lock/switch (behind Display on page 9-9.
9. Steering wheel controls. See
Cruise Control on page 9-21. steering wheel). See Ignition
Positions on page 9-4.
10. Horn on page 5-6.
18. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
11. Instrument Cluster on page 5-5.
page 5-13.
19. Heated seat switches. See
12. Steering Wheel Controls on Heated Front Seats on
page 7-7. page 3-7.
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1-8 In Brief
In Brief 1-9
Left: Lever up Press | to turn the hazard warning Press a on either side.
Right: Lever down flasher on and off when the ignition
is in any position.
See Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6-1. See Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6-4.
See Turn and Lane-Change Signals
on page 6-4.
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1-10 In Brief
In Brief 1-11
1-12 In Brief
In Brief 1-13
1-14 In Brief
2 NOTES
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. Press and hold V to unlatch . Press K to unlock the doors, Foldaway key blade
the boot lid. See Boot on tailgate and to disarm the alarm The vehicle keys have a foldaway
page 2-13. system. See Door Locks on key blade.
page 2-10 and Tailgate on
. Press Q then press and hold / page 2-15.
for remote vehicle start. See
Remote Vehicle Start on . Press Q then press and hold /
page 2-9. for remote vehicle start. See
Remote Vehicle Start on
Sportwagon page 2-9.
Panic/vehicle locate button
. To locate the vehicle, press %
briefly.
The exterior lamps will flash and
the horn will chirp.
. In an emergency, press and 1. Press the button to extend the
hold % for at least 2 seconds. key blade.
2. To retract the key blade, press
The horn will sound and the turn
the button and fold the blade into
signals will flash.
the key.
. To cancel, press % or insert the The key engages audibly
The key operates all locks and the key and turn the ignition on.
ignition.
. Press Q to lock the doors,
tailgate and to arm the alarm
system.
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Matching transmitter(s) to your The features remembered by each The adjustments will be
vehicle of the two memories are: remembered the next time the
Two keyless entry transmitters are . Vehicle configuration settings features are adjusted.
coded to the vehicle. . Climate control settings About the keys
If the vehicle's key is lost, inform a . Radio settings
. The remote control in the key
Holden Dealer immediately so the has a range of approximately
vehicle can be reprogrammed and Features revert to the last setting 100 metres.
will no longer recognise the used for each key.
missing key.
. The range depends on the
Note: charge of the key battery, on
Additional transmitters also require . Two different memories are ambient conditions, the key's
re-coding to match the new available, memory one and location and the area
transmitter. memory two. between them.
Personal identity keys If a third key is made, the third . If the key buttons do not work,
The vehicle may have personal key becomes memory one and move closer to the vehicle.
identity keys. Two sets of settings the other two keys become . Take care that no button is
can be stored. identical memory two keys. pressed unintentionally,
. All features can be customised.
. The personal settings will not be especially when the vehicle is
See Vehicle Personalisation on applied until the K button is out of sight.
page 5-32. pressed on the key and is . Metallic window tint reduces the
. Settings are stored when a identified. range of the key.
personal identity key is removed. . If the vehicle battery has been . If any door/tailgate or the
. Press K to recall the settings.
disconnected, some settings bonnet, is open when Q is
may be forgotten. pressed, the horn will chirp
twice.
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‐ Other vehicles or objects may Keep the card in a safe place, away
be blocking the signal. from the vehicle.
Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry If the driver door is open when Q is
(RKE) System (RKE) System Operation pressed, all doors lock except the
driver door and if any closure is
The vehicle may have RKE. The transmitter functions may work open when locking, the horn sounds
Do not make changes or up to 100 m away from the vehicle. twice.
modifications to the RKE system. Keep in mind that other conditions, If the passenger door is open
such as those previously stated, can
If there is a decrease in the when Q is pressed, all doors lock.
operating range: impact the performance of the
.
transmitter. Pressing Q arms the theft-deterrent
Check the distance. The system. See Vehicle Alarm System
transmitter may be too far from on page 2-17.
the vehicle.
When the doors are locked, the fuel
. Check the location. Other door is also locked.
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the
driver door or all doors. See
. Check the transmitter's battery. “Remote Door Unlock” under
. If the transmitter is still not Vehicle Personalisation on
working correctly, see your page 5-32.
dealer for service. The turn signal indicators may flash
See Starting the Engine on and/or the horn may sound to
page 9-7. indicate unlocking. See “Unlock
Feedback” under Vehicle
Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. Personalisation on page 5-32.
Pressing K will disarm the
theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle
Alarm System on page 2-17.
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Remote Vehicle Start 3. Immediately after completing For example, if the engine has been
Step 2, press and hold / for at running for five minutes, and the
Vehicles with automatic remote start is extended, the engine
transmission have remote start. least two seconds or until the
turn signal lamps flash. The turn will run for a total of 20 minutes.
It allows the engine to be started
from outside the vehicle. signal lamps flashing confirms A maximum of two remote starts,
the request to remote start the or a single start with an extension,
/ (Remote Vehicle Start): The vehicle has been received. is allowed between ignition cycles.
remote start button is on the RKE
transmitter. When the engine starts, the park The vehicle's ignition must be
lamps will turn on and remain on as turned on and then back off before
The climate control system will use long as the engine is running. The the remote start procedure can be
the previous settings during a doors will be locked and the climate used again.
remote start. If the vehicle has control system may come on.
heated seats, they may come on Cancelling a Remote Start
during a remote start. See Heated The engine will continue to run for
10 minutes. Repeat the steps to To cancel a remote start, do one of
Front Seats on page 3-7. the following:
extend to 20 minutes. Remote start
Other conditions can affect the can be extended only once. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
performance of the transmitter. See
Start the vehicle before driving. See vehicle and press and hold /
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System on page 2-5. Starting the Engine on page 9-7. until the park lamps turn off.
Extending Engine Run Time . Turn on the hazard warning
Starting the Vehicle flashers.
To start the engine using the remote To extend to 20 minutes, repeat
Steps 1–3 while the engine is still . Turn the vehicle on and then off.
start feature:
running. The remote start can be
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the extended once.
vehicle.
2. Press and release Q.
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. Press Q or K on the switch on Note: This will not disarm the alarm
. To unlock one door only, pull the
the door. system. interior door handle.
If the vehicle is unlocked using the Pull once to unlock, pull a
key in the door lock while the alarm second time to open.
is armed, opening a door will Door lock snibs
activate the alarm. See Vehicle
Alarm System on page 2-17.
Locking/unlocking from the inside
{ Warning
To open the tailgate, access the To avoid injury and/or damage to
cargo area from inside the vehicle. the vehicle, check each time,
Use the handle to pull down the before the tailgate is closed, that
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, the contact area is unobstructed.
remove the rubber cover. tailgate until it drops under its own
weight. The tailgate closes and
2. Insert a medium flat-blade latches itself automatically.
screwdriver into the hole and
turn anticlockwise.
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Vehicle Security Disarming the System The system checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to start with the
To disarm the system, do one of the
key used. If the transponder in the
Vehicle Alarm System following:
key is recognised, the vehicle can
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm . Press K on the RKE transmitter. be started.
system. . Approach the vehicle with the
Arming the System RKE transmitter (keyless
access).
To arm the system, press Q on the
RKE transmitter.
. Start the engine.
If the vehicle does not start and the Exterior Mirrors To adjust an exterior rear view
security light stays on, there is a mirror:
problem with the system. Turn the
vehicle off and try again. Power Mirrors 1. Press the switch (2) to L or R.
2. Press the switch (1) to adjust the
If the RKE transmitter appears to be mirror.
undamaged, try another transmitter
or for keyless access vehicles,
place the transmitter in the { Warning
transmitter pocket in the centre
The passenger side mirror is
console. See “Starting the Vehicle
with a Low Transmitter Battery” convex shaped, to provide a
under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) wider view. Objects in this mirror
System Operation on page 2-5. are closer than they appear.
If the vehicle does not start with the
other transmitter or when the The vehicle may have memory
transmitter is in the pocket in the mirror position settings. See
centre console, see your dealer. Memory Seats on page 3-6.
L: Left side mirror selected
Do not leave the transmitter that
disarms or deactivates the
R: Right side mirror selected Heated Mirrors
theft-deterrent system, in the ): No mirrors selected The vehicle may have heated
vehicle. exterior mirrors. The heating is
switched on automatically when the
rear window demister is
switched on.
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Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors Return the lever back to its original
position as soon as the glare has
The vehicle may have a reverse tilt disappeared.
mirror. Manual Rear View Mirror
Sun visor mirrors
The reverse tilt mirror allows
movement of the passenger side
external mirror automatically to a
preset view, for reversing the
vehicle.
Reverse tilt mirror is on by default.
To deactivate, refer to Reverse Tilt
Mirror. See Vehicle Personalisation
on page 5-32.
Pushing further to the second detent Child safety system for rear Initialising the power windows
and then releasing: window moves windows If the windows cannot be closed
down automatically. To stop
automatically (e.g. after
movement, operate the switch once
disconnecting the vehicle battery), a
more in the same direction.
warning message is displayed in the
Safety function on front Driver Information Centre. See
windows Vehicle Messages on page 5-26.
If the window glass encounters Activate the window electronics as
resistance above the middle of the follows:
window during automatic closing, it 1. Close doors.
is immediately stopped and opened
again. 2. Switch on ignition.
3. Close the window completely
Safety function all doors and keep the switch pulled for
In the event of closing difficulties additional 2 seconds.
e.g. due to frost, hold the switch Press switch v to deactivate rear
4. Repeat for each window.
pulled to the second detent. The door power windows, the LED lights
window moves up without activating up. To activate press v again.
the safety function. To stop
movement, release and operate the Overload
switch once more in the same If the windows are repeatedly
direction. operated within short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
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. Lift the head restraint up to . To adjust horizontally, pull the The vehicle may have adjustable
raise it. front head restraint forwards and rear head restraints, these can be
. Push the locking button and engage in one of three positions. removed. See Child Restraint
push the head restraint down to . To return to its rearmost position, Systems on page 3-20.
lower it. pull fully forwards and release.
. Front head restraints cannot be
removed.
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{ Warning
If you cannot feel temperature
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns. To
reduce the risk of burns, people
with such a condition should use
care when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of
To store a setting:
time. Do not place anything on
1. Adjust the driver's seat by using the seat that insulates against
the switches. See Seat Position heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
on page 3-3. cover, or similar item. This may The vehicle may have heated front
2. Adjust the exterior mirrors. See cause the seat heater to seats. To operate, the engine must
Power Mirrors on page 2-18. (Continued) be running.
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Press L or M to heat the driver or The heated seat indicator lights do Rear Seats
passenger seat cushion. not turn on during a remote start.
Press the button onceonce forfor the
the highest The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced.
{ Warning
setting.
highest With each
setting. press
With each of press
the of
button, the heated
the button, seatseat
the heated will change
will This is normal. Do not press the release button
to the next
change lower
to the setting,
next lower and then
setting, The heated seats will not turn on on the top of the seatback while
the
andoff setting.
then Three
the off lights
setting. indicate
Three lights during a remote start unless they the vehicle is moving. This could
indicate
the thesetting.
highest highest setting. are enabled in the vehicle cause damage or injuries to the
personalisation menu. See Remote occupants.
If the heated
Remote Startseats are Seats
Heated on the
Vehicle Start on page 2-9 and
highest setting,
The vehicle maythe level
have may seats
heated Do not allow passengers to sit on
Vehicle Personalisation on
automatically
that can be automatically to
be lowered the next
turned on page 5-32.
the folded seatbacks while the
lower
duringsetting
a remoteafter approximately
start, when it is cold vehicle is in motion. Unrestrained
30 minutes.
outside. They are cancelled when luggage or passengers on a
the ignition is turned folded seatback could be thrown
Remote Start Heatedon. Seats within or ejected from the vehicle
Press
The the button
vehicle to useheated
may have the heated
seats in a sudden stop or accident.
seatscan
that after
be the vehicle is started.
automatically turned
on during a remote start, when the
temperature outside is below
approximately 10 degrees. They { Caution
are cancelled when the ignition is Do not trap the seat belt when
turned on. returning the seatback or seat
Press the button to use the heated section to the upright position.
seats after the vehicle is started.
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1. Press the lock button at the top 1. Press the lock button near the
. Pull the armrest down to use.
centre of the middle seat. head restraint to fold down. . Push the armrest up when it is
2. Push the middle section back 2. Fold back to return to the upright no longer required.
into place to close. position. Note: Ensure the armrest is folded
3. Ensure the lock button is fully Note: Try to move the seatback to up before folding the seatback
engaged. check the latch is engaged. forward.
If the latch is not fully engaged a red If the latch is not fully engaged a red
warning colour will be visible around warning colour will be visible around
the button. the button.
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SIAB are identified by labels with Note: SIAB deploy in most, but not
the words AIRBAG on the seatback all, severe side impacts.
Side Impact Airbags (SIAB) are and FRONT SEAT SIDE IMPACT Because there is limited time
stored in the sides of the front seats, AIRBAGS on the door pillar. available to detect some side
the side closest to the door. impacts, it is not possible to deploy
the SIAB in all serious accidents.
A SIAB will deploy in certain severe
side impacts. SIAB are not designed
to inflate if the vehicle is struck from
the front, rear, or in rollovers.
Always wear a seat belt.
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Forward facing child seats are for Booster seats are for when children
use when the child is able to sit and outgrow a typical forward facing
easily hold their head upright. child seat, but are still too small for
three point seat belts.
Note: Fitting some child seats may Note: Refer to the relevant 3. To tighten the belt around the
require removal of the rear head legislation, an approved child installed child seat, push down
restraint(s). restraint fitting station or capsule on the child restraint, pull the
1. Raise the head restraint fully. manufacturer's information for the shoulder portion of the belt to
recommended type of child restraint tighten the lap portion of the belt
2. Insert a small probe into the hole to use. and feed the shoulder belt back
on the non-adjusting pole guide. into the retractor.
Child restraint seat belt
3. Press the probe inwards. 4. Try to pull the belt out of the
locking feature
4. Simultaneously, press the retractor to make sure the
The rear seat belts have a child retractor is locked. If the
release button.
restraint locking feature. retractor is not locked, repeat
5. Lift the head restraint up Steps 2 to 4.
When engaged, this feature
and out.
prevents the seat belt from being 5. To remove, press the release
6. Store the head restraint in a safe loosened without releasing the button on the buckle and allow
location. buckle. the belt to fully retract.
7. Reinstall the head restraint when To engage:
the child seat is no longer fitted.
1. Clip the metal tongue into the
buckle.
{ Warning 2. Pull the shoulder belt all the way
Always follow the child restraint out of the retractor to set the
manufacturer's fitting instructions lock. When the retractor lock is
when installing a child restraint set, the belt can be tightened but
into the vehicle. not pulled out of the retractor.
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Using sedan outer anchorage Holden child restraint fitting Generic child restraint anchor
points 1. Unscrew the cover plug. fitting
Unscrew the cover plug.
Some generic fittings come with a
selection of spacers.
A 10 mm spacer is required.
1. 30 mm long bolt
2. Install the bolt (1), lock
2. Lock washer washer (2), anchor fitting (3),
3. Anchor fitting spacer (4) and paper washer (5).
4. 10 mm spacer 3. Tighten the bolt to 20 ± 5 Y
(Newton metres).
5. Paper assembly washer
6. Parcel shelf trim
7. Attaching clip
8. Front of vehicle
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Rear Seat
I (Top-Tether Fastening Eye):
Seating positions with top tether
child restraint anchorage points.
Sedan
Sportwagon
ISOFIX mounting brackets are
indicated by the H label on the
seatback (Sedan) or seat cushion
(Sportwagon).
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2 NOTES
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Storage 4-1
4-2 Storage
Front cup holders Rear cup holders (Sedan) Rear cup holders
The front cup holders are located Cup holders are located in the front The vehicle may have cup holders
forward of the centre console of the folded down section in the located in front of the centre seat.
armrest. centre of the rear seat. To open, push in the front of the
cover and release it.
To close, slide the cup holder back
into the seat until the latch engages.
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Storage 4-3
4-4 Storage
{ Warning
Do not place any items on top of
the cargo blind.
A storage compartment is located A storage area is located under the
on the driver side of the cargo area. front armrest. Do not allow any items
Use for the storage of lightweight underneath to contact the cargo
To open, lift the latch on the
items, not exceeding 2 kg in total blind.
underside of the front lip. Do not
e.g. street directories, folders, maps. force the lid backwards.
Do not use to store heavy and/or The console provides space to
sharp objects e.g. loose tools. accommodate a standard mobile
telephone/charger, which can be
plugged into the power socket
located inside the console. See
Power Outlets on page 5-9.
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Storage 4-5
While the blind is extended, the rear 2. Ensure the blind engages into
of the blind can be lifted up. the latch by twisting the handle
upwards.
To remove the cargo blind:
4-6 Storage
Storage 4-7
4-8 Storage
Convenience
Convenience Net
Net The vehicle may have a
Warning (Continued)
(Sportwagon) convenience net inside the cargo
area to secure lightweight items.
{ Warning Load size should never be higher
Use the four hooks and the anchor
Warning
Avoid eye injury. Do not
than the back seats. The driver's
point loops to attach the net, at the
rear vision should never be
Avoid eye injury.
overstretch. Always Do keep
not face impaired by the load. front, side or rear of the cargo area.
overstretch.
and body outAlways
of recoil keep face
path. Do not use to hold items against the
Always make sure the load is
andnot
Do bodyuseout of recoil
when therepath.are visible seat, tailgate or cargo area walls,
secure and will not move during
Do notofuse
signs wearwhen there are visible
or damage. only inside the net.
heavy braking or a collision.
signs of wear or damage.
The maximum load for the Unsecured loads increase the risk
The maximumnet
convenience load
is 15for kg
thesingle of injury during heavy braking,
convenience
mass. That is,net is 15
if an kg single
object weighs sudden avoidance manoeuvres or
mass.
15 kg, That is, if object
only one an object canweighs
be a collision.
15 kg,
held byonly
the one object cannet.
convenience be
held by the convenience net. Make sure the back seat is locked
Never use the convenience net in the upright position when
Neverthe
when userear
the seat
convenience
is net
carrying heavy loads. This is a
when the
folded rear seat is folded
down. basic requirement for protection
down.
These nets are only intended to against load displacement in the
Theselight
keep netsobjects
are only intended
tidy, not for tothe event of sudden braking or a
keep light objects
anchoring of loads. tidy, not for the collision. The rear seat in the
anchoring of loads. upright position provides greater
Do not use the convenience net
Do not use
external the vehicle.
to the convenience net protection against load
external to the vehicle. displacement.
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Storage 4-9
4-10 Storage
Storage 4-11
{ Warning
It is recommended to correctly
6. Align the top attachment straps 7. Flip open the upper attaching anchor the load in the rear cargo
with the roof attaching holes. hole covers. area, even if the cargo barrier is
8. Insert the hand operated bolts in position.
into the holes and turn
clockwise. 1. Before placing the cargo barrier
Do not tighten fully until all four into the vehicle, rotate so the
bolts are fitted. four attachment straps point
rearward.
9. Align the short bottom straps so
the strap holes align with the 2. Ensure the short straps are
mounting nuts in the floor. folded back and tied away
securely.
10. Insert the bolts into the holes
and turn clockwise.
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4-12 Storage
3. If the vehicle has a cargo blind, 13. Firmly tighten all four bolts and
remove. See Cargo Cover on check the tension.
page 4-4. 14. Refit the cargo blind.
4. Fold the rear seat down. See To move or remove the cargo
Rear Seats on page 3-8. barrier, reverse the above
5. Tilt the top of the cargo barrier procedure.
backward and lift into place.
Emergency exit hammer
6. Place the cargo barrier directly
behind the front seats.
Storage 4-13
Convenience
Convenience Net
Net (Sedan) Warning (Continued)
{ Warning Unsecured loads increase the risk
of injury during heavy braking,
Avoid eye injury. Do not sudden avoidance manoeuvres or
overstretch. Always keep face a collision.
and body out of recoil path.
Do not use when there are visible The vehicle may have a
signs of wear or damage. convenience net located inside the
The maximum load for the boot, to secure lightweight items.
convenience net is 15 kg single Four hooks are located on the
mass. That is, if an object weighs vehicle and six loops are located on Attach four corner loops (1) to the
15 kg, only one object can be the convenience net. top two hooks on the vehicle (two
held by the convenience net. loops on one side, two loops on the
other) and attach the two centre
These nets are only intended to loops (2) to the bottom hooks on the
keep light objects tidy, not for the vehicle.
anchoring of loads.
The net can be opened and objects
Do not use the convenience net placed inside.
external to the vehicle.
Always make sure the load is
secure and will not move during
heavy braking or a collision.
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4-14 Storage
Storage 4-15
4-16 Storage
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1. Vents. See Adjustable Air Vents 13. Lever for: 20. Hazard Warning Flashers on
on page 8-6. Turn and Lane-Change Signals page 6-4.
2. Glove Box on page 4-1. on page 6-4. 21. Climate control switches. See
3. Vents. See Adjustable Air Vents Headlamp High/Low-Beam Air Conditioning System on
on page 8-6. Changer on page 6-2. page 8-1.
4. Infotainment system controls. Driver Information Centre (DIC) 22. Electric Parking Brake on
See Overview on page 7-3. under Instrument Panel page 9-15.
5. Infotainment screen. See Overview on page 5-3. 23. Electronic stability control
Overview on page 7-3. 14. Exterior Lamp Controls on switch. See Electronic Stability
page 6-1. Control (ESC) on page 9-18.
6. Sunlight sensor. See Air Park Assist
Parking switches.
Assist SeeSee
switches. Park
Conditioning System on 15. Instrument panel illumination Parking
Assist onAssist
page on page 9-26.
9-26.
page 8-1. switch. See Interior Lighting on
page 1-8. 24. Front Storage on page 4-3.
7. Engine Start/Stop button. See
Ignition Positions on page 9-4 16. Head-up display controls. See 25. 12 volt power socket. See
Head-Up Display (HUD) on Power Outlets on page 5-9.
8. Windscreen Wiper/Washer on
page 5-7. page 5-24. 26. Shift lever. See Transmission
17. Ignition lock/switch (behind Display on page 9-9.
9. Steering wheel controls. See
Cruise Control on page 9-21. steering wheel). See Ignition
Positions on page 9-4.
10. Horn on page 5-6.
18. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
11. Instrument Cluster on page 5-5.
page 5-13.
19. Heated seat switches. See
12. Steering Wheel Controls on Heated Front Seats on
page 7-7. page 3-7.
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{ Caution
Never operate the wipers on dry
glass, as this will damage the
Rotate the collar down for more
rubber and scratch the glass. frequent wipes. Rotate the collar up
for less frequent wipes.
8: Wipers cycle while the lever is
held down.
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Trip Odometer
The trip odometer can show how far
the vehicle has been driven since
the trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and
reset through the Driver Information
Centre (DIC). See Driver
Information Centre (DIC) on
1. Tachometer. page 5-21. When the ignition is on, the fuel
2. Engine coolant temperature gauge shows how much fuel is left
gauge. Tachometer in the fuel tank. When the indicator
nears empty, a message in the
3. Fuel gauge. The tachometer displays the engine
Driver Information Centre (DIC)
speed in revolutions per
4. Speedometer. displays. See Fuel System
minute (rpm).
Messages on page 5-29. An arrow
Speedometer on the fuel gauge indicates the side
of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
The speedometer shows the
vehicle's speed in kilometres per
hour (km/h).
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Note: Large additions of fuel will Engine Coolant The gauge reading can move
change the gauge reading quickly. towards the H (hot) under the
It may take up to 10 minutes to
Temperature Gauge following conditions:
register small additions or if the key . Stop-start driving
is not removed during refuelling.
. High speed driving in warm
This prevents false readings due to
fuel movement when cornering. weather
If the vehicle is idling on a gradient . Hill climbing
for an extended period, the gauge
may change, but will correct itself
. Towing
once moving again. This may take This is normal.
up to 10 minutes.
Seat Belt Reminders
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver seat belt reminder
This gauge shows the engine light on the instrument cluster.
coolant temperature when the
ignition is on. When the vehicle is started > light
flashes to remind drivers to fasten
If the indicator needle moves all the their seat belt. Then the light stays
way to H (hot), the engine is too hot. on until the belt is buckled.
If the vehicle has been operated A chime sounds when the seat belt
under normal driving conditions, pull is unbuckled and vehicle speed is
off the road, stop the vehicle, and above 22 km/h.
turn off the engine as soon as
possible. See Engine Overheating
on page 10-9.
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This cycle may continue several The front passenger seat belt Airbag Readiness Light
times if the driver remains or reminder light and chime may turn
becomes unbuckled during driving on if an object is put on the seat This light 9 shows if there is an
while the vehicle is moving. such as a briefcase, handbag, electrical problem with the airbag
If the driver seat belt is already grocery bag, laptop, or other system. For more information on the
buckled, neither the light nor chime electronic device. To turn off the airbag system, see Airbag System
comes on. reminder light and/or chime, remove on page 3-13.
the object from the seat or buckle
The airbag readiness light comes on
Passenger Seat Belt Reminder the seat belt.
for several seconds when the
Light
Rear Passenger Belt Reminder vehicle is started. If the light does
When the vehicle is started C light Light not come on then, have it fixed
flashes to remind the front immediately.
When the vehicle is started and
passenger to fasten their seat belt.
the rear doors are closed >>>
Then the light stays on until the belt
illuminates to remind the driver to
{ Warning
is buckled.
ensure that rear seat passengers If the airbag readiness light stays
A chime sounds when the seat belt fasten their seat belts. The icons on after the vehicle is started or
is unbuckled and vehicle speed is stay grey until the corresponding comes on while driving, it means
above 22 km/h. seat belt is buckled and then turn the airbag system might not be
This cycle may continue several solid or green. If the seat belt
working properly. The airbags in
times if the passenger remains or subsequently becomes unbuckled,
the vehicle might not inflate in a
becomes unbuckled while the the corresponding light will flash or
turn red. crash, or they could even inflate
vehicle is moving. without a crash. To help avoid
If the passenger seat belt is injury, have the vehicle serviced
buckled, neither the chime nor the right away.
light comes on.
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The parking brake warning light 8 If the ABS light stays on, turn the Lane Departure Warning
should come on briefly when the ignition off. If the light comes on
while driving, stop as soon as it is
(LDW) Light
engine is started. If it does not come
on, have the vehicle serviced by safely possible and turn the ignition The vehicle may have LDW.
your dealer. off. Then start the engine again to
reset the system. If the ABS light This light @ briefly comes on amber
If this light comes on, there is a stays on, or comes on again while while starting the vehicle. If it does
problem with a system on the driving, the vehicle needs service. not, have the vehicle serviced by
vehicle that is causing the parking Contact a dealer. your dealer. If the system is working
brake system to work at a reduced normally, the light then turns off.
level. The vehicle can still be driven, If the regular brake system warning
light is not on, the vehicle still has This light comes on green when the
but should be taken to a dealer as
brakes, but not antilock brakes. system is on and ready to operate.
soon as possible. See Electric
If the regular brake system warning When the system determines that
Parking Brake on page 9-15 for
light is also on, the vehicle does not the vehicle is leaving its lane
more information.
have antilock brakes and there is a without using the turn signal, this
problem with the regular brakes. light will change to amber and flash.
Antilock Brake System See Brake System Warning Light on See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
(ABS) Warning Light page 5-17. on page 9-34.
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) See Brake System Messages on
light ! comes on briefly when the page 5-27 for all brake-related DIC Forward Collision Alert
engine is started. messages. (FCA) Warning Light
If it does not, have the vehicle The vehicle may have FCA.
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally, the The FCA warning lights are
indicator light then goes off. displayed in the Head-Up
Display (HUD).
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The vehicle ahead light V comes This light comes on when the If the light comes on and stays on
on green when a vehicle is detected Traction Control System (TCS) while driving, there could be a
ahead. It changes to amber when has been turned off by pressing problem with the ESC and the
following another vehicle too the g button. vehicle might need service. When
closely. this warning light is on, the ESC is
This light also comes on and the off and does not limit wheel spin.
system turns off if there is a problem
with the TCS. The light flashes if the system is
active and is working to assist the
If the light comes on and stays on driver with directional control of the
for an extended period of time while vehicle in difficult driving conditions.
the system is turned on, contact a
Holden dealer. See Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) on page 9-18 for more
The forward collision alert comes on See Traction Control System (TCS) information.
and warns when a vehicle is being on page 9-17.
rapidly approached. Electronic Stability
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System on page 9-23 for more Control (ESC) Indicator Control System (TCS)
information. Light Indicator/Warning Light
Traction Off Light This light d comes on briefly while
This light g comes on briefly while
starting the engine.
starting the engine. If it does not,
This light i comes on briefly while If it does not, have the vehicle have the vehicle serviced by your
starting the engine. If it does not, serviced by your dealer. If the dealer. If the system is working
have the vehicle serviced by your system is working normally, the normally, the indicator light then
dealer. If the system is working indicator light then goes off. goes off.
normally, the indicator light then
goes off.
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This light comes on when the ESC Engine Oil Pressure Light Low Fuel Warning Light
system is turned off. When the ESC
is off, the TCS is also off, and wheel This light . comes on briefly when
spin is not limited. If the ESC is off, { Caution the engine is started.
the system does not assist in Engine damage may result if you If it does not come on, have the
controlling the vehicle. Turn on the
keep driving. Do not run the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
TCS and the ESC, and the warning
engine. If the oil level is normal, If the system is working normally,
light turns off.
have the system checked by your the indicator light then goes off.
This light also comes on in dealer. This light also comes on when the
Competitive Driving Mode (Redline).
fuel tank is low on fuel and flashes
See Electronic Stability Control when very low on fuel. The low fuel
The oil pressure light :
(ESC) on page 9-18, Traction light remains on until the fuel tank is
Control System (TCS) on page 9-17 illuminates red when the ignition is
filled above the low fuel level. If it
and Competitive Driving Mode switched on and goes out shortly
does not, have your vehicle
(Redline) on page 9-20. after the engine starts.
serviced.
If the light : illuminates when the
Liquefied Petroleum Gas engine is running: Security Light
(LPG) Acceleration Light . Stop the vehicle as soon as it is The security light A should come
The LPG ACCEL light comes on safe to do so. on briefly as the engine is started.
during warm up mode. See Engine . Turn the ignition off. If the system is working normally,
Power Messages on page 5-29. the indicator light turns off. If it does
. Check the engine oil level. See not come on, have the vehicle
Engine Oil on page 10-6. serviced by your dealer.
. Contact your dealer.
. : remains illuminated until the
problem is repaired.
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If the light stays on and the engine Lamps On Reminder Information Displays
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent This light ; comes on when the
system. Contact your dealer. exterior lamps are in use. See Driver Information
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1. Centre (DIC)
High-Beam On Light The Driver Information Centre (DIC)
Cruise Control Light displays information about the
The high-beam on light 3 comes
The cruise control light J comes vehicle. It also displays warning
on when the high-beam headlamps
messages if a system problem is
are in use. on whenever the cruise control
detected. See Vehicle Messages on
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam is set.
page 5-26. All messages appear in
Changer on page 6-2 for more The light goes out when the cruise the DIC display in the centre of the
information. control is turned off. See Cruise instrument cluster.
Control on page 9-21 for more
The vehicle may also have features
Front Fog Lamp Light information.
that can be customised through the
The fog lamp light # comes on controls on the radio. See Vehicle
Door open warning light Personalisation on page 5-32.
when the fog lamps are in use.
This light ? comes on when a door DIC Operation and Displays
The light goes out when the fog
lamps are turned off. See Fog is open or not securely latched.
The DIC has different displays,
Lamps on page 6-4 for more Before driving, check that all doors which can be accessed by using
information. are properly closed. the DIC buttons on the turn signal
lever to the left of the steering
wheel. The DIC displays trip, fuel,
vehicle system information, and
warning messages if a system
problem is detected.
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Turn the TUNE/MENU switch to Press / BACK to confirm the Chime Volume
highlight the menu. Press the selection and move back to the This allows the selection of the
TUNE/MENU switch to select it. last menu. chime volume level.
Each of the menus is detailed in the
following information. Alternatively, Remote Start Heated Seats Press the TUNE/MENU switch when
the touch screen may be used to When on, this feature will turn the Chime Volume is highlighted. Turn
select. heated seats on when using remote the switch to select Normal or High.
start, on cold days. Press / BACK to confirm and go
Climate and Air Quality
back to the last menu.
Selecting the Climate and Air Press the TUNE/MENU switch when
Quality menu may display the Remote Start Auto Heat Seat is Button Chime
following options: highlighted to select On or Off. This allows selection of
Press / BACK to return to the feedback when touch screen
. Auto Fan Speed
last menu. buttons are pressed.
. Remote Start Auto Heat Seat
Comfort and Convenience Reverse Tilt Mirror
Auto Fan Speed
Selecting the Comfort and This allows the reverse tilt mirror to
This will allow you to select the Convenience menu may display the be set to on or off.
automatic fan speed. This feature following options:
sets the climate control fan speed to Press the TUNE/MENU switch when
. Chime Volume Reverse Tilt Mirror is highlighted, to
maintain the interior temperature.
. Button Chime open the menu. Turn the switch to
Press the TUNE/MENU switch when highlight On or Off. Press the
Auto Fan Speed is highlighted to . Reverse Tilt Mirror TUNE/MENU switch to confirm the
open the menu. Turn the switch to selection and move back to the
. Personalisation by Driver
highlight High, Medium, or Low. last menu.
. Auto Reverse Gear Wiper
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Personalisation
Personalisation by
by Driver
Driver Press the TUNE/MENU switch when Press TUNE/MENU to select On or
This
This allows
allows the
the selection
selection ofofthe
the Park Assist is highlighted. Turn the Off. Press / BACK to confirm the
switch to select Off, On or On with
personalisation
personalisation settings
settings that
that are
are selection and move back to the
Tow Bar Attached. Press the TUNE/
specific
specific toto each or or
driver
each key
driver otherwise
or otherwise
the same last menu.
MENU switch to confirm and go
will remainwhich
no matter the same,
same no matter
no
key was matter
used to
back to the last menu. Exit Lighting
which key start
enter and was used to enter and
the vehicle.
start This allows the selection of how
Autothe vehicle.
Reverse Gear Wiper Side Blind Zone Alert
long the exterior lamps stay on
Auto
WhenReverse Gear Wiper
the windscreen wipers are on, This allows selection of whether the when leaving the vehicle when it is
the rear Side Blind Zone Alert is enabled or dark outside.
When thewiper comes on
windscreen wipers disabled.
automatically
are when
on, the rear reverse
wiper comesgear
on is Press the TUNE/MENU switch
selected.
automatically when reverse gear is Lighting when Exit Lighting is highlighted.
selected.
Collision Detection Systems Select the Lighting menu and the Turn the switch to select Off,
30 Seconds, 1 Minute, or 2 Minutes.
Collision Detection
Selecting the CollisionSystems
Detection following will be displayed:
Press / BACK to confirm and go
Systems menu
Selecting may display
the Collision the
Detection
. Vehicle Locator Lights
back to the last menu.
following menu
Systems options:
may display the . Exit Lighting
following
. options:
Park Assist Power Door Locks
Vehicle Locator Lights
•. Park Assist
Side Blind Zone Alert Selecting the Power Door Locks
This allows the vehicle locator lights menu may display the following
•ParkSide Blind Zone Alert
Assist to be turned on or off. When on, the options:
Park Assist the Park Assist
This allows headlamps will flash when K is . Auto Door Lock
This allows
feature, the Park
audible only,Assist
to be feature,
turned pressed.
on or offonly,
and to
adjusted for on
when a
. Auto Door Unlock
audible be turned or off Press the TUNE/MENU switch when
tow adjusted
and bar is attached.
for when a tow bar is Vehicle Locator Lights is highlighted
attached. to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/
MENU switch to highlight On or Off.
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When set to All Doors, all of the Press the TUNE/MENU switch when Return to Factory Settings?
doors will unlock at the first press Passive Door Lock is highlighted to
Select Return to Factory Settings?
of K. Press the TUNE/MENU switch select On or Off. Press / BACK to to return all vehicle personalisation
to confirm and go back to the return to the last menu. to the default settings. Turn the
last menu. Note: It may also be possible to switch to select Yes or No. Press
Passive Door Unlock (Keyless select feedback (Lights Only or the TUNE/MENU switch to confirm
Access) Lights and Horn). and go back to the last menu.
This allows selection of which doors Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder
are unlocked by pressing the button When on, a horn chirp will sound if
on the outside door handle. the doors are closed with the
Press the TUNE/MENU switch when ignition off and at least one
Passive Door Unlock is highlighted. transmitter has not been removed
Turn the switch to select All Doors from the vehicle.
or Driver Door. Press the TUNE/ Press TUNE/MENU when Remote
MENU switch to confirm and go Left in Veh. Reminder is highlighted.
back to the last menu.
A f indicates the feature is
Passive Door Lock (Keyless selected.
Access)
This allows selection of whether the
doors are locked 8 seconds after
the key is removed from the vehicle
and the doors are shut.
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Lighting 6-1
6-2 Lighting
. The high beam indicator
Headlamp High/ Daytime Running
lamp 3 illuminates on the
Low-Beam Changer instrument panel.
Lamps (DRL)
To return to low beam: The vehicle may have DRL.
. Push the lever towards the front The DRL illuminate when the
of the vehicle then release. following occur:
Lighting 6-3
6-4 Lighting
. A green arrow on the instrument
Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change panel flashes when the lamps
Signals are in operation.
Fog Lamps
The vehicle may have fog lamps.
. In very heavy fog, vision may be
improved by having the park
lamps and fog lamps on and
turning the headlamps off.
. Reduce speed when driving
in fog.
. Check State laws regarding use
of fog lamps when driving.
Press | to turn the hazard warning
. Push the lever in the direction
flasher on or off, when the ignition is . Press # to turn the fog
in any position. the steering wheel is turned.
lamps on.
All turn signals flash continuously.
. To signal a lane change, push . When the fog lamps are turned
the lever part way in the
Use the hazard warning flasher if direction of the turn. on, the fog lamp indicator #
the vehicle becomes a traffic illuminates on the instrument
hazard, day or night. The turn signals will flash three cluster.
times (six times when a trailer is
Note: Using hazard warning connected).
flashers while the vehicle is moving,
is illegal in some States and
. To cancel the lane change
countries. function, push the lever in either
direction.
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Lighting 6-5
6-6 Lighting
Lighting 6-7
6-8 Lighting
2 NOTES
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Infotainment Navigation
Using the Navigation
Introduction
System System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-40
7-44
General information
Do the following before driving:
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . 7-45
Introduction Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47 . Read the infotainment system
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Configure Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55 section to become familiar with
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-3 Global Positioning the functions.
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-59 . Become familiar with the hard
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 7-7 Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . 7-60 keys on the faceplate and
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Problems with Route touch-sensitive screen buttons.
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12 Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61
Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61 ‐ Press, refers to hardkeys.
Radio Database Coverage ‐ Touch, refers to screen keys.
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61 . Set up the audio by presetting
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . 7-17
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17 Voice Recognition favourite stations, setting the
Quick Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . 7-62 tone and adjusting the speaker
Pandora Internet Radio . . . . . . 7-18 settings.
Settings
Stitcher Internet Radio . . . . . . . 7-23 . Set up the navigation features
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-67
Audio Players before driving, such as entering
Bluetooth Phone/Devices an address or a preset
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-69
CD/DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29 destination or delete information
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . 7-75 you may have entered using
MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-30
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32 various options.
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
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Traffic Message Channel (TMC) must only operate the TMC when No guarantee or any warranties are
feature the vehicle is at a complete stop provided as to the availability,
and it is safe to do so. accuracy or completeness of the
The following is a brief summary of TMC, and to the extent which it is
the terms and conditions (as Service continuity and reception lawful to do so, any warranties
updated from time to time) that Reasonable endeavours will be which might otherwise be implied by
apply to the use of the Traffic made to provide the TMC, 24 hours any State or Federal legislation in
Message Channel (TMC). a day, 365 days a year. However, relation to the TMC are excluded.
To view the full terms and conditions the service may occasionally be For operation, see “Traffic Settings”
relevant to the use of the service, unavailable for technical reasons or under Configure Menu on
refer to: www.sunatraffic.com.au/ for planned maintenance. The page 7-55.
termsandconditions/ provider of the TMC reserves the
right to withdraw the service at
Appropriate use any time. Theft-Deterrent Feature
The TMC is intended as an Uninterrupted reception of the TMC The infotainment system includes
aid only, and does not provide cannot be assumed at any particular an electronically coded security
comprehensive or accurate location. system.
information on all occasions.
This electronically links the
Limitation of liability
The TMC service should not be infotainment system to the vehicle.
relied upon for journeys that are Neither GM Holden nor the provider
time critical because, on occasions, of the TMC will be liable to you or to Overview
you may experience delays even any third party for any damages
when using the TMC service. either direct, indirect, incidental, The infotainment system is
consequential or otherwise arising controlled by using the buttons,
Use of the TMC while driving out of the use of or inability to use touch screen, steering wheel
You must operate the TMC in the TMC. controls and voice recognition.
accordance with all relevant road See Using the System on page 7-7.
rules and laws. In particular you
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Voice recognition, activated through Fav: Press/touch to display a page 3. Touch a screen button to add or
the steering wheel controls, can be of stored (favourite) AM or FM remove it from the first Home
used to control the infotainment stations. Keep pressing Fav to scroll Page. A f indicates it will be
features. through the favourite pages. displayed. The maximum
Press b / g on the steering wheel More r : Touch to go to the number of buttons on Home
controls to begin voice recognition. next page. Page 1 is eight.
See Voice Recognition on 4. Touch Done.
page 7-62. Home Page Customisation
To move screen buttons:
Home Page 1. Touch Menu.
2. Select Sort.
3. Touch to select an icon to move
and swap with another icon on
the first Home Page only.
4. Touch Done.
To restore Home Page 1 defaults:
The first Home Page can be 1. Touch Menu.
customised.
2. Select Restore Home Page
The Home Page allows access to To add screen buttons: Defaults.
many of the features.
1. Touch Menu. 3. Touch Yes or Cancel.
Back: Press/touch to return to the
previous page. 2. Select Customise.
Home: Press/touch to go back to
the Home Page.
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Touch the Tone screen button to Touch the AM screen button to Touch the Stitcher screen button (if
display the Tone main page. Adjust display the AM main page and play equipped) to display the Stitcher
the tone and speakers by pressing the current or last tuned AM station. home page and streams news,
the screen buttons to change the See AM-FM Radio on page 7-15. sports, and entertainment shows
levels of sound for treble, midrange, through the audio system. See
bass, fade, and balance. See Stitcher Internet Radio on
AM-FM Radio on page 7-15. page 7-23.
Touch the E Bluetooth screen Touch the Quick Info screen button
button to display the Bluetooth to access available information on
Audio main page to play music Audio playing. See Quick Info on
through a Bluetooth device. See page 7-18.
Bluetooth Audio on page 7-39. Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
Touch the AUX screen button to
access any connected auxiliary and Vehicle Information and
device. See Auxiliary Devices on Radio Displays
page 7-38. For vehicles with high gloss
surfaces or vehicle displays, use a
microfibre cloth to wipe surfaces.
Before wiping the surface with the
Touch the iPod screen button to microfibre cloth, use a soft bristle
display the iPod main page and play brush to remove dirt that could
the current or last track selected. scratch the surface. Then use the
See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-38. microfibre cloth by gently rubbing to
Touch the Messages screen button clean. Never use window cleaners
to display the Text Message Inbox. or solvents. Periodically hand wash
See Text Messaging on page 7-77. the microfibre cloth separately,
using mild soap. Do not use bleach
or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly
and air dry before next use.
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Press / BACK to go back to the System Settings The level of volume compensation
Tone Settings menu. can be selected, or the auto volume
Configuring the Number of feature can be turned off.
Adjusting the Fader and Balance Favourite Pages
1. Press the CONFIG button or
1. Press the TONE button, or touch To configure the number of available touch the Config screen button.
the Tone screen button. favourite pages:
2. Select Radio Settings.
2. Select Fade or Balance. 1. Press the CONFIG button,
or touch the Config screen 3. Select Auto Volume.
3. Select the value. button. 4. Select the setting.
Press / BACK to go back to the 2. Select Radio Settings. 5. Press / BACK to go back to the
Tone Settings menu.
3. Select Number of Favourite Radio Settings menu.
Adjusting the EQ (Equaliser) Pages.
Maximum Startup Volume
For vehicles that have an equaliser: 4. Select the number of available
favourite pages. The maximum volume played when
1. Press the TONE button, or touch the radio is first turned on can
the Tone screen button. 5. Press / BACK to go back to the be set.
2. Select EQ presets. Radio Settings menu. 1. Press the CONFIG button or
3. Select the setting. Auto Volume touch the Config screen button.
The auto volume feature 2. Select Radio Settings.
Press / BACK to go back to the
Tone Settings menu. automatically adjusts the radio 3. Select Startup Volume.
volume to compensate for road and
wind noise as the vehicle speeds up 4. Select the setting.
or slows down, so that the volume 5. Press / BACK to go back to the
level is consistent. Radio Settings menu.
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Using a Blackberry® Phone Unlock the phone, close the app, Pandora Features
The phone must be unlocked. To then restart the app to ensure Pandora has features to rate songs,
launch Pandora service: proper communication. skip tracks, or change stations.
1. Pair the Blackberry® phone Pandora Menus
using Bluetooth®.
2. Use one of the following to
launch:
. Launch the application on
the device.
. Touch Pandora on the
Home Page.
. Press b / g and say “Tune
Pandora.” Select Menu on the Pandora } (Bookmarks): Touch while
main page. playing a song to bookmark either
If nothing happens when the the artist or the song. Bookmarks
available Pandora screen button is Pandora has a menu system with are viewable on www.pandora.com.
touched, download the latest the following:
Pandora application and retry.
, (Thumbs Down): When
Shuffle: Select to play the stations touched, Pandora stores the
If the “Please See Device” message in random order. information, changes to the next
is shown, the login screen may User-Created Stations: Select to song, and does not play the song
display on the device. play a user-created station. on this station again. This helps
If the “Please unlock your phone or Pandora choose which song should
restart the app” message is shown, not play on this station. This feature
then your phone may be locked. is only available on user created
stations.
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- (Thumbs Up): When touched, Pandora Skip Limit Unable to Start Pandora
Pandora stores this information Pandora limits the number of skips If the device is unable to launch
and - is highlighted for the allowed on their service. When the Pandora:
remainder of the song. This helps skip limit is reached, , will not skip . Check that the latest version of
Pandora choose which songs the currently playing track, but , Pandora is installed.
should play on this station.
feedback will be recorded. . Check that there is an active
d (Next Track): When touched, account logged into Pandora.
Pandora changes to the next song. Pandora Advertisement
Pandora may display
. Have at least one station
s (Play/Pause): Press to pause created.
playback. Press again to resume. advertisements. Artist name and
track title will not be displayed and . For Android™ and Blackberry®
Note: The Play/Pause button is not the skip track button is not devices, check that the device is
available on navigation systems. available. paired with the vehicle, and the
Tuning Pandora Stations: When Bluetooth® icon on the display is
Pandora Troubleshooting highlighted.
Pandora is playing, use the b / g
button on the steering wheel to tune Unable to Connect Device to . For iPhone®, iPod touch®,
to any Pandora station on the Vehicle or iPad® devices, check that the
device. If the device is unable to connect to USB cable is connected to the
the USB or Bluetooth®: USB port and the screen is
1. Press the b / g button on the unlocked.
steering wheel. 1. Turn the ignition off.
. Close Pandora on the device
2. Say “Tune Pandora <Classic 2. Remove the key.
and launch again. Devices that
Rock> Radio.” 3. Open and close the driver door, allow multitasking may require
Pandora voice control will not work wait about 30 seconds and try to an extra step to quit the Pandora
until Pandora is launched the first connect the device again. application. See the mobile
time during that ignition cycle. phone manufacturer's user
guide.
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Stitcher Internet Radio To install Stitcher: Using the iPhone®, iPod touch®,
. On an Android™ phone or or iPad®
Stitcher SmartRadio™ is an Internet
radio service that streams news, Tablet with Internet connection, 1. Plug the device into the USB
sports, and entertainment shows go to the Android™ Play Store, port. The phone screen must be
through the audio system. Create search for Stitcher, and install to unlocked.
personalised, on-demand stations the phone, not to the SD card. 2. Use one of the following to
or discover new shows through . On an iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod launch:
Stitcher's preset stations. To set touch®, go to the iTunes store . Select the application on
up an account, download the and search for Stitcher. the device.
application from the Android™
Market or iTunes Store, or go to Launching Stitcher . Select Stitcher on the
www.stitcher.com. ®
Connect the iPhone , iPad , ® Home Page.
A phone or tablet with Internet or iPod touch® to the USB port, . Press b / g and say “Tune
connection is required for this or connect Android™ through
Stitcher.”
application. Personal mobile phone Bluetooth®. See Auxiliary Devices
data plans are used. Make sure the on page 7-38 or Bluetooth on 3. If Stitcher does not begin
latest version is installed on the page 7-69. For first-time use, set up playing, select a category and
device and the volume on the the stations before connecting to the then a station.
device is turned up. vehicle. The Stitcher icon will be If nothing happens when the
® available on the Home Page and available Stitcher screen button is
BlackBerry phones are not source pop-up displays if the latest
supported for this application. touched, download the latest
application is installed on the Stitcher application and retry.
device.
Stitcher will always be highlighted
on the Home Page when an
iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod touch® is
connected using the USB port. To
use, log into your account.
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Stitcher Station Categories: , (Thumbs Down): When Switching Between Pandora and
Displays categories by topic. touched, Stitcher changes to the Stitcher
When a category then sub-category next show. This helps Stitcher To switch between Pandora and
is selected, the radio will start provide a personalised listening Stitcher, select the application icon
playing the first program in that experience. on the iPhone®, iPod touch®,
sub-category. - (Thumbs Up): When touched, or iPad®. This is not required for
Rotate the TUNE/MENU knob to Stitcher stores this information Android™ devices. See Pandora
Internet Radio on page 7-18.
display the first 24 stations of that and - is highlighted for the
sub-category. remainder of the show. This helps Stitcher Troubleshooting
Stitcher provide a personalised
Stitcher Features Unable to Connect Device to
listening experience.
Stitcher service has features to rate Vehicle
or skip shows, or change stations.
d (Next Show): When touched,
Stitcher changes to the next show. If the device is unable to connect to
the USB or Bluetooth®:
s (Play/Pause): Press to pause
playback. Press again to resume. 1. Turn the ignition off.
Note: The Play/Pause button is not 2. Remove the key.
available on navigation systems. 3. Open and close the driver door,
wait about 30 seconds, and try
Stitcher Advertisement
to connect the device again.
Stitcher may display
advertisements. Artist name and title The battery saver and task manager
applications on the phone can
may not display and the skip track
button is not available. cause Stitcher to function
q (Favourites): When touched, incorrectly. Remove those apps
the current show is added to the from the phone or remove Stitcher
favourites station. and Bluetooth® from the task lists.
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Unable to Start Stitcher Loss of Audio If touching OK does not clear the
If the device is unable to launch Loss of Stitcher audio can happen issue, see “Please unlock your
Stitcher: due to: phone or restart phone app and try
again” under “Common Stitcher
. Check that the latest version of . Weak or lost data connection. Messages” following.
Stitcher is installed. . Device needs to be charged. Common Stitcher Messages
. Check that there is an active . Application needs to be
account logged into Stitcher. Please Try Again Later: A general
relaunched. error has occurred. A data
. For Android™ devices, check . Connection between phone and connection may be unavailable due
that the device is paired with the radio is lost. to a weak or lost signal or the
vehicle, and the Bluetooth® icon Stitcher service being temporarily
on the display is highlighted. . If any iPhone®, iPod touch®, down. Touch OK to continue.
or iPad® is connected to
. For iPhone®, iPod touch®, Bluetooth® and the dock Paused or Audio Paused:
or iPad® devices, check that the connector, go to the Airplay icon Playback is paused on the radio or
USB cable is connected to the on the device and select dock on device. Press k or play on the
USB port and the screen is connector or disconnect and
unlocked and the Home Page is device.
reconnect the dock connector on
showing. the device. Please See Device: When user is
. Close Stitcher on the device and not logged in or when authentication
. The volume is too low. Turn up
launch again. Devices that allow failed, see the device. Touch OK to
the volume on the device. continue. Disconnect the phone
multitasking may require an
extra step to quit the Stitcher If the connection is lost between the from the radio and follow the
application. See the mobile application and device, a message Stitcher account login process on
phone manufacturer's user “Please unlock your phone or restart the phone.
guide. the phone app and try again” will No Stations Found: Logged in but
display. Touch OK to retry. no stations have been created.
Touch OK to continue.
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Please Choose a New Station: Audio Players To avoid damage to the CD player:
The end of the station has been . Do not use scratched or
reached and there is no more
content to play. Select a new station CD Player damaged discs.
through the Stitcher menu. The CD player is capable of playing:
. Do not apply labels to discs. The
labels could get caught in the
Please Unlock Your Phone or . Most audio CDs player.
Restart Phone App and Try
Again: Communication failure
. CD-R . Insert only one disc at a time.
between the radio and the phone . CD-RW . Keep the loading slot free of
application or the device is locked. . MP3, unprotected WMA, and foreign materials, liquids, and
See www.stitcher.com/help for more AAC formats debris.
information. If the service will not When playing any compatible . Use a marking pen to label the
work, send an e-mail to recordable disc, the sound quality top of the disc.
feedback@stitcher.com. may be reduced due to the disc, the
Loading and Ejecting Discs
method of recording, the quality of
the music recorded, or how the disc To load a disc:
has been handled. 1. Turn the infotainment system on.
There may be increased skipping, 2. Insert a disc into the slot, right
difficulty reading recorded tracks, side up. The player pulls it in the
finding tracks, and/or loading and rest of the way. If the disc is
ejecting. If these problems occur, damaged or improperly loaded,
check the disc for damage or try a there is an error and the disc
known good disc. ejects.
The disc automatically plays once
loaded.
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Press X to eject a disc from the On the CD main page, the track u SEEK:
CD player. If the disc is not removed number displays and the Song,
Artist, and Album information
. Press to seek to the next track.
within a short period of time, it is
automatically pulled back into the displays when available. . Press and hold to fast forward
player. Use the following radio controls to through a track. Release the
play the disc: button to return to playing
Playing an Audio CD speed. Elapsed time displays.
s (Play/Pause): Use to pause or
resume play. TUNE/MENU Switch: Rotate to the
right or left to select the next or
Note: Not available on vehicles with previous track. Press the centre of
Navigation. this switch to select from the list. If a
t SEEK: track is selected from the menu, the
system plays the track and returns
. Press to seek to the beginning of to the CD screen.
the current or previous track.
If the track has been playing for Error Messages
less than five seconds, it seeks
1. Touch the CD screen button on If Disc Error displays and/or the disc
to the previous track. If longer
the Home Page or select CD comes out, it could be due to:
than five seconds, the current
from the source pop-up to track starts from the beginning. . The disc has an invalid or
display the CD main page. unknown format.
. Press and hold to fast reverse
2. Touch the Menu screen button to through a track. Release the . The disc is very hot. Try the disc
display the menu options. button to return to playing again when the temperature
3. Touch to select the option. speed. Elapsed time displays. returns to normal.
. The road is very rough. Try the
disc again when the road is
smoother.
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nicknames as voice commands to 2. Touch Radio Settings, then from the device, the system will
access music. See Voice touch Gracenote Options. simply skip over those songs and
Recognition on page 7-62. 3. Touch Normalisation to turn on play the next available song.
Normalisation: If equipped, or off. Use the touch screen or voice
normalisation helps to improve the Cover Art: The Gracenote recognition to create a More Like
voice recognition accuracy for titles embedded database contains cover This Playlist. See “Voice
that sound similar. It also helps art or album art information for the Recognition Commands” in Voice
group long lists of genres into 10 music on the USB device. If the Recognition on page 7-62.
common genres. For example, there music is recognised by Gracenote
may be multiple rock genres in the Gracenote Indexing
and does have cover art, Gracenote
media library; normalisation will will use the cover art found in the While Gracenote is indexing,
group all those into one rock Genre. embedded database and display it infotainment features are available
Normalisation default is off. on the radio. User predefined cover including selecting music from the
art will always be used first. If no menu. Voice recognition music will
cover art is found Gracenote will not be available until the radio has
use generic Genre graphics or completed indexing the device.
images of artists. Devices with more music may take
longer to index. The device will
More Like This index when plugged into the radio
The Gracenote database contains for the first time. When Indexing is
attributes for Music, such as genre, removed from the screen, the radio
era of music, region, artist type, is ready to support music search.
mood, etc. Use this to create a On the next connection or ignition
To turn Normalisation on: playlist of up to 30 songs "more like" cycle, Indexing will show briefly
currently listened to song. This on the screen. The radio is
1. Press CONFIG or touch Config searching for changes to the
on the Home Page. playlist will be stored in the
Playlist Menu when the device is device and preparing the music list.
reconnected. If songs are removed
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less than five seconds, the 2. The radio will show "Playlist 2. Select an artist name to view a
previous track plays. If playing Creation Succeeded" and list of all songs by the artist.
longer than five seconds, the continue playing the 3. Select a song from the list to
current track restarts. current song. begin playback.
. Press and hold to reverse Playlist Creation Failed may Albums:
quickly through playback. appear if a song is not found in
Release to return to playing the Gracenote Database. 1. Touch to view the albums on
speed. Elapsed time displays. the USB.
Delete Automatic Playlist: Touch
u SEEK: to delete a More Like This playlist. 2. Select the album to view a list of
Select the playlist to be deleted. all songs on the album.
. Press to seek to the next track.
Folders: Touch to open a folder list 3. Select a song from the list to
. Press and hold to advance begin playback.
quickly through playback. to access the files within the folder
Release to return to playing structure. Genres:
speed. Elapsed time displays. Playlists: 1. Touch to view the genres on
USB Menu 1. Touch to view the playlists on the USB.
the USB. 2. Select a genre to view a list of
The following are available through
the USB Menu: 2. Select a playlist to view the list all songs of that genre.
of all songs in that playlist. 3. Select a song from the list to
Shuffle: Touch to play the tracks
randomly. Touch again to stop 3. Select a song from the list to begin playback.
shuffle. begin playback. Songs:
Play More Like This: Artists: 1. Touch to display a list of all
1. Touch to automatically create a 1. Touch to view the list of artists songs on the USB.
playlist of songs that are like the on the USB.
song currently playing.
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Playing from an iPhone® Some functionality may differ based Auxiliary Devices
or iPad® on operating system version on
device. This vehicle has an auxiliary input
This feature supports iPhone® jack in the centre console. Possible
and iPad®. USB Troubleshooting auxiliary audio sources include:
Follow the same instructions as If the device is not being recognised . Laptop computer
stated earlier for using an iPod®. To or the music is missing screen . MP3 player
use voice recognition to play music, information, restore the radio
say “Play USB,” “Play Artist,” “Play defaults: This jack is not an audio output. Do
Album,” “Play Song,” or “Play not plug headphones into the
1. Press CONFIG or touch Config
Genre.” See Voice Recognition on auxiliary input jack. Set up any
on the Home Page.
page 7-62. auxiliary device while the vehicle is
2. Touch Vehicle Settings. stationary and/or in P (Park).
iPhone®, iPod touch® and iPad®
Troubleshooting 3. Touch Return to Factory
® ® Settings.
When an iPhone , iPod touch ,
or iPad® are connected through 4. Touch Yes.
USB and Bluetooth®, the audio may Pair the phone again and the device
not be heard when the iPod® source will have to index again.
on the radio is selected. If a phone
call is received while listening to the Bluetooth® Audio and Voice
iPod® source and there is no audio Recognition
for the iPod® after the source, then See Bluetooth Audio on page 7-39
go to the Airplay icon on the device and Voice Recognition on page 7-62
and select dock connector or for information using voice
disconnect and reconnect connector recognition with Bluetooth® audio.
on the device.
Make sure all devices have the
latest software downloaded.
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Connect a 3.5 mm cable from the To play music through a Bluetooth® When a phone is connected to the
auxiliary device to the auxiliary input device: system through Bluetooth® Audio
jack. When a device is connected, 1. Power on the device, pair, and the phone notifications and sounds
the system automatically begins connect the device. may not be heard on the phone
playing audio from the device over until Bluetooth® is disconnected.
the vehicle speakers. 2. Music can be launched by doing Notification features may vary based
one of the following: on the phone. Check the phone
If an auxiliary device has already
been connected, but a different . Touch the Bluetooth Audio manufacturer's information for
source is currently active, do one of screen button on the notification support.
the following: Home Page. Bluetooth® Audio Menu
. Press SRCE to scroll all of the . Press SRCE until Bluetooth Touch the Menu screen button and
available audio source screens, Audio is selected. the following may display:
until the AUX source screen is . Press the SRC button on
selected. Shuffle: Press TUNE/MENU to turn
the steering wheel controls shuffle on or off. Not all devices
. Say “Play Front AUX” using until Bluetooth Audio is support the shuffle feature.
voice recognition to play the selected. See Steering
auxiliary device. See Voice Wheel Controls on When selecting Bluetooth® audio,
Recognition on page 7-62. page 7-7. the Bluetooth® device internal music
player may not open depending on
. Use voice recognition. See the status of the device. All devices
Bluetooth Audio Voice Recognition on launch and play back audio
If equipped, music may be played page 7-62. differently. Make sure the correct
from a paired Bluetooth® device. The music can be controlled by audio source is playing on the
See “Pairing a Phone/Device” under either the infotainment controls or device for Bluetooth® audio
Bluetooth on page 7-69. the controls on the device. playback on the infotainment
system. When the vehicle is not
moving, use the device to begin
playback.
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Touch to change the view of the Touch Traffic to display the Traffic
maps while using the navigation Menu. Select the desired option.
function. The system offers a variety Options available are:
of full and split views. Some views
are only selectable when route . All Traffic Events: Select to view
guidance is active. all reported traffic events while
on or off a planned route.
Select to display a search list of
. Traffic Events on Route: Select nearby POIs. Select the
to view traffic events while on a desired POI.
planned route.
POIs Along Route
. Traffic Settings: Select to
customise traffic options. Select to display a search list of
POIs that lie along or near the route
An alternative method to change the
to the destination. Select the
view of the maps would be to touch
desired POI.
the map mode icon.
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Navigation Symbols
Following are the most common
symbols that appear on a map
screen.
House #:
4. Touch the
3. Enter the house Done screen
number.button at Touch the Points of Interest screen
Junction:
any time and the system tries to button on the Destination Entry
4. Touch
resolvethe Done screen
a destination button
based on at
any time and the system tries to page. Several options can be
Done selected to plan a route.
resolve a destination based on
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2. Enter an address using any of 2. Select the destination from Latitude/Longitude Coordinates
the destination methods the list.
(Address Entry, POI Entry, etc.). 3. Touch the Start Guidance screen
3. On the Destination Confirmation button and the route calculates.
screen, select Save. To edit Address Book entries:
4. The system displays the options 1. Select an item from the
Name, Address, Number, Icon address book.
and Done. Touch Done to save Choose a destination based on
the destination. 2. On the Destination Confirmation latitudinal and longitudinal
screen, select Edit. coordinates.
5. To customise the address book
entry, select Name, Address, 3. The system displays the options
Number or Icon. Name, Address, Number, Icon
and Delete. Touch Delete to
If a destination is already saved to delete the destination from the
the address book, touch Destination address book.
Entry on the Home Page to display
the Address Book screen button. 4. To customise the address book
entry, select Name, Number,
Choose a destination by selecting or Icon.
an address that has been stored in
the address book. 5. Select Done when complete.
1. Touch the Address Book screen To enter the location as coordinates,
button. A list displays the latitude and longitude:
address book entries. 1. Touch Destination on the Home
Page. Touch the Latitude and
Longitude screen button to
display the screen above.
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2. Select Latitude or Longitude to 3. Select New Favourite Route and Deleting a favourite route:
change. Enter the coordinates in enter a favourite route name. 1. Touch the Home Page
degrees, minutes, and seconds. 4. Touch OK and the display Destination screen button to
Then touch Back to save returns to the favourite route display the Favourite Routes
and exit. information screen. screen button. Touch this button
3. Touch the Search screen button 5. Add a waypoint by using any of to display the list of available
if the information is correct. the destination methods, such favourite routes.
4. Touch the Start Guidance screen as address entry, POI entry, etc. 2. Scroll and select the route to be
button. The route calculates. 6. Touch Back to save and exit. deleted.
Favourite Routes Selecting a Favourite Route: 3. Touch Delete Favourite.
Route Options A checkmark placed next to each Menu with Route Guidance
preference indicates this. All of Active
these preferences are used when
calculating the route. If any of these
preferences are unselected, the
route will be calculated without
including these preferences.
Use Highways: Deselect to avoid
major roads.
Use Toll Road: Deselect to avoid
toll roads.
Touch to display various route
options. Use Ferries: Deselect to avoid Several functions can be performed
ferries. after a destination has been
Fastest: This calculates the
quickest route. Use Tunnels: Deselect to avoid entered. Touch the Home Page
tunnels. Destination screen button or press
Shortest: This calculates the the DEST button to access the
shortest route. Use Time Restricted: Deselect to Route Menu screen.
avoid time restricted roads.
Eco: This calculates the most Cancel Guidance
fuel-efficient route based on speed Use Car Train: Deselect to avoid
and distance. car trains. Touch Cancel Guidance to cancel
the current route.
Under the Route Options menu,
there are route preferences
that by default are all enabled.
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showing the voice volume level Help: The system plays back more Voice Recognition Commands
as it is being adjusted. This also specific help commands such as
The following list shows the voice
changes the volume of the Radio Settings for the user to
commands available for the
guidance prompts. choose from.
infotainment system with a brief
. When using navigation Radio: Use this command to learn description of each. The commands
commands, take the time to about how to select a band (AM or are listed with the optional words in
become familiar with the FM), and how to change radio parentheses. To use the voice
address. Long delays when stations by speaking frequency commands, see the previous
giving the address can result in numbers. instructions.
the system not recognising the Phone: Use this command to learn
address or routing to different Radio Commands
about how to dial, pair a device,
location than intended. or delete a device. Tune AM, Tune FM, Tune Pandora,
. When providing the house Tune Stitcher: Instructs the system
My Media: Use this command to to go to the specific band and the
number portion of the address, learn how to play specific tracks,
the system recognises both digit last station.
artists, albums, devices connected
format and numerical text. An to the USB port, or to change Tune AM (frequency) or Tune FM
example would be to say, sources. (frequency): Instructs the system
“3-0-0-1” or “Three to go to the specific station.
Thousand One.” Settings: Use this command to
learn about how to turn Verbose on Thumbs Up: Instructs the system
Voice Recognition Help or off, or set the language. to give the current song or station a
thumbs up in Pandora or Stitcher.
To enter the help playback session,
clearly speak one of the help Thumbs Down: Instructs the
commands. system to give the current song or
station a thumbs down in Pandora
or Stitcher.
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Phone Commands Delete Device: Instructs the Search Artist (artist name):
system to delete a paired device. Instructs the system to show a list of
Dial or Call (phone number or
all songs by a specific artist. For
contact): Instructs the system to My Media Commands example, say "Search Artist
start a phone call. For example, say
CD, AUX, USB, or Bluetooth <artist name>.”
“Dial 1234 5678.” To call a phone
book contact, say “Dial” or “Call,” Audio: Instructs the system to Search Composer (composer
say the name and location, and then change the source. name): Instructs the system to
say “Dial.” For example, say “Call Play CD: Instructs the system to show a list of all songs by a specific
John at Home” or “Call John at play a CD. For example, say composer. For example, say
Work.” If a number is not “Play CD.” "Search Composer
recognised, the first number in the <composer name>.”
The following commands only apply
list will be called. to USB, iPod, and iPhone sources. Search Album (album name):
Pair or Connect: Instructs the They are supported after the device Instructs the system to show a list of
system to begin pairing a device. has been indexed. all songs by a specific album. For
example, say "Search Album
Digit Dial: Instructs the system to Play Artist (artist name): Instructs
<album name>.”
dial a phone number one digit at a the system to play songs by a
time. After saying the digits, specific artist. For example, say Search Genre (genre name):
say “Dial.” “Play Artist <artist name>.” Instructs the system to show a list of
all songs for a specific genre. For
Redial or Redial Last Number: Play Album (album title): Instructs
example, say "Search Genre
Instructs the system to dial the last the system to play a specific album.
<genre name>.”
phone number called. Play Song (song title): Instructs
Search Folder (folder name):
Select Device or Change Phone: the system to play a specific song.
Instructs the system to show a list of
Instructs the system to switch to a Play Genre (genre name): all songs in a specific folder. For
different paired device. The device Instructs the system to play songs example, say "Search folder
must be selected from the screen or of a particular genre. <folder name>.”
using the TUNE/MENU switch.
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Search Playlist (playlist name): List Devices: Instructs the system Previous Page, Page Up: Instructs
Instructs the system to show a list of to give a list of devices to use. the system to scroll back one page
all songs in a specific playlist. For in a list.
example, say "Search playlist Other Commands
<playlist name>.” Goodbye: Instructs the system to Navigation Commands
Search Audiobook (audiobook end a phone call or voice The vehicle may have Navigation.
name): Instructs the system to recognition. To activate the navigation voice
show a list of all tracks in a specific Cancel: Instructs the system to recognition:
audiobook. For example, say cancel an action.
"Search audiobook 1. Press b / g on the steering
Go Back, Back, Previous: wheel. The audio system mutes.
<audiobook name>.”
Instructs the system to go back to a A voice prompt says, “Please
Search Podcast (podcast name): prior menu. say a command.” Wait until the
Instructs the system to show a list of tone is heard before speaking.
Main Menu: Instructs the system to
all tracks in a specific podcast. For
go to the main menu. If there is no tone, make sure
example, say "Search podcast
<podcast name>.” Yes, Yep, Yup, Ya, Sure, Right, the volume is turned up.
Correct, OK, Positive, You Got it, While voice recognition is active,
More Like This: Instructs the
Probably, You Bet: These can be the system displays a symbol in
system to create a playlist of tracks
used to say “Yes.” the top right of the screen.
similar to the current track playing.
No, Nope, Na, No way, Wrong, 2. Clearly speak the command
Settings Commands Incorrect, Negative, Not really, No “Navigation.”
Verbose (set) on (mode), Verbose I said, No I Did Not, No I Do Not:
(set) off (mode): Instructs the These can be used to say “No.” 3. Clearly speak one of the
system to turn voice prompts on or commands in this section.
Next Page, Page Down: Instructs
off. When off, this feature turns off the system to scroll forward one The following commands only apply
voice prompts. page in a list. once the Navigation command is
given.
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Address or Destination: Allows Contact: When a phone is paired Add Waypoint: Allows addition
an address to be stated as a to the system, which contains of individual waypoints or the
one-shot method. The system will Address Information stored for destination. The system will ask for
recognise the address if stated all at contacts, the address associated the choice of entry method to
once or say a city centre. An with that contact can become a continue. An example is to say, “POI
example is to say, “191 Salmon route. If the system cannot resolve Along Route” or “Intersection.”
Street, Port Melbourne” the address, an error displays. Delete Waypoint: When guidance
or “Port Melbourne.” Points of Interest or POI: Allows a is active, this command allows the
Directed Address: Allows an Point of Interest to be stated as a deletion of individual waypoints or
address to be stated one step at a destination. Become familiar the destination. If guidance is not
time. The format will be City/Suburb, with the POI categories and active the system will indicate the
Street, then House Number. sub-categories in the system by destination list is empty.
Intersection: Allows an pressing Destination from the Home Where Am I?, My Location,
Intersection to be stated as the Page or DEST from the faceplate, or Current Position: Instructs the
destination. The format will be then selecting Point of Interest. POI system to give the current position
City/Suburb, Street, then Junction. commands for Along Route and of the vehicle.
Around Destination will be available
Home: Instructs the system to start if route guidance is active. Help: The system plays back more
guidance to address saved as specific help commands associated
My Home. with Navigation or a Navigation
sub-feature.
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This feature works best at lower Navigation Settings Park Assist Mode: Select to
volume settings where background choose the default display as the
See Configure Menu on page 7-55.
noise is typically louder than the rear-view camera, or the park
sound system volume. Display Settings assist graphic, when selecting
Gracenote Options: Touch to reverse gear.
Touch the Config button on the
enable/disable Normalisation used Home Page or touch the CONFIG Display Off: Touch to turn off the
to improve voice recognition and button, then select Display Settings display. The display will return when
media groupings. See CD Player on from the list. any buttons are pressed or the
page 7-27, USB on page 7-32, screen is touched.
Auxiliary Devices on page 7-38, and Map Settings: Select to enter the
Bluetooth Audio on page 7-39. submenu to change Automatic
Startup Volume: Touch to set the Zoom, enable Speed Limit display
maximum volume level for startup on map, and change Map Display
that will be used even if a higher settings.
volume had been set when the radio . Map Display: Touch to change
was turned off. the screen background.
Number of Favourite Pages: To change the overall brightness
Touch to select the number of FAV setting for the display, use
The following options may display:
pages to be displayed. the vehicle interior lighting
Software Version Menu: Touch to Home Page Menu: Touch to instrument panel illumination
display information about the customise the first page of the control.
system and software. Home Page.
‐ The Automatic setting adjusts
Rear Camera Options: Touch to
Phone Settings the screen background
adjust the rear camera options. automatically depending on
See Bluetooth on page 7-69 the exterior lighting conditions.
in the “Phone” section for more
information on phone settings.
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‐ The Day setting brightens the Bluetooth Phone/ phones. Available features and
map background. functions may be dependent on the
‐ The Night setting darkens the
Devices device.
map background. Bluetooth® Controls
.
Bluetooth
Speed Limits: Select to display Use the buttons on the infotainment
the posted speed limit on the Overview system and the steering wheel to
map, when available. operate the Bluetooth® system.
For vehicles equipped with
Vehicle Settings Bluetooth® capability, the system Steering Wheel Controls
can interact with many mobile
See Vehicle Personalisation on phones and devices, allowing: b / g (Push to Talk): Press to
page 5-32. answer incoming calls and start
. Placing and receiving hands-free voice recognition.
calls.
$ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to
. Sharing of the mobile phone's end a call, decline an incoming call,
address book or contact list with or cancel voice recognition.
the vehicle. The phone book will
only display when that phone is + x − (Volume): Press + or − to
connected. increase or decrease the volume.
. Placing outgoing calls by voice Infotainment System Controls
recognition.
For information about how to
The system can be used while the navigate the menu system using
infotainment system is on. The the infotainment controls, see
range of the Bluetooth® system Overview on page 7-3.
can be up to 9.1 m. The radio can
connect to most Bluetooth®-enabled 5 /> (Phone/Mute): Press to
enter the Phone main menu. Press
and hold to mute or unmute.
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5. Start the pairing process on the 8. Repeat to pair additional Connecting to a Different Phone
mobile phone to be paired to the phones. To connect to a different phone, the
vehicle. See the mobile phone new phone must be in the vehicle
manufacturer's user guide. Listing All Paired and Connected
Phones/Devices and available to be connected to the
6. Locate and select the device Bluetooth® system before the
named Mylink in the list on the 1. Press CONFIG, touch Config on
process is started.
mobile phone. Follow the the Home Page and select
Phone, or press 5 / >. 1. Press CONFIG, touch Config on
instructions on the mobile phone the Home Page and select
to enter the PIN provided in 2. Select Phone Settings.
Step 4, or to confirm the six-digit Phone, or press 5 / >.
code matches. The system 3. Select Bluetooth. 2. Select Phone Settings.
recognises the new connected 4. Select Device List.
phone after the pairing process 3. Select Bluetooth.
is complete. Deleting a Paired Phone/Device 4. Select Device List.
7. If the phone prompts to accept 1. Press CONFIG, touch Config on 5. Select the new phone to connect
connection or allow phone book the Home Page and select to and follow the screen
download, select always accept Phone, or press 5 / >. prompts.
and allow. The phone book may 2. Select Phone Settings.
not be available if not accepted. Pairing with Voice Recognition
Some phones will put 3. Select Bluetooth. A Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phone
connection request or 4. Select Device List. must be paired and then connected
phonebook request in a pull to the vehicle before it can be
down task bar at the top of the 5. Select the phone to delete, used. See the mobile phone
screen. Drag down the task bar select Delete and follow the manufacturer's user guide for
and look for connection/ screen prompts. Bluetooth® functions before pairing
phonebook request and accept. the mobile phone.
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Pairing a Phone 5. Repeat Steps 1 to 4 to pair 3. The system responds with: “To
additional phones. delete a device, please select its
1. Press b / g. The system name from the list.” Select the
responds “Please Say a Listing All Paired and Connected device to delete on the display
Command,” followed by a tone. Phones and it will be removed.
2. Say “Pair.” The system responds The system can list all mobile To cancel this command,
with “Please search for phones paired to it. If a paired
mobile phone is also connected to press $ / i on the steering wheel
Bluetooth® devices on your
phone, select your vehicle, the vehicle, the system responds control or press the / BACK button.
confirm or enter the PIN number with “is connected” after that
phone name. Connecting to a Different Phone
provided on the screen.” or Device
3. Start the search for Bluetooth® 1. Press b / g. The system To connect to a different mobile
devices on the phone. Then responds “Please Say a phone, the system looks for the next
select the device and follow the Command,” followed by a tone. available mobile phone. Depending
instructions on the phone by on the mobile phone to be
either entering the four-digit PIN 2. Say “List Device.”
connected, this command may need
or confirming the six-digit Deleting a Paired Phone to be repeated.
passcode. The PIN is used in
If the phone name to delete is
Step 4. 1. Press b / g. The system
unknown, see “Listing All Paired
4. Locate and select the device and Connected Phones.” responds “Please Say a
named MyLink in the list on the Command,” followed by a tone.
mobile phone. Follow the 1. Press b / g. The system 2. Say “Change Phone.”
instructions on the mobile phone responds “Please Say a
to enter the PIN provided in Command,” followed by a tone.
. To select a device, press
Step 3 or to confirm the six-digit the name on the display.
2. Say “Delete Device.”
code matches. The system . If another mobile phone is
responds “successfully paired.” not found, the original
phone remains connected.
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Making a Call Using Phone The radio will display the first 4. Select the name or number
Book and Infotainment 1,000 contacts and the phone to call.
Controls numbers for each contact including 5. Select Call.
Home, Work, Mobile, and Other.
For mobile phones that support the Making a Call Using the
phone book feature, the Bluetooth® To make a call using the Phone
Book menu: Infotainment Controls
system can use the contacts stored
on the mobile phone to make To make a call:
1. Press 5 / > or touch the Phone
calls. See the mobile phone
manufacturer's user guide or
screen button. 1. Press 5 / > or touch the Phone
contact the wireless provider to find 2. Select Phone Book. screen button.
out if this feature is supported. 3. Select the letter group of the 2. Touch Enter number.
When a mobile phone supports the phone book entry to scroll 3. Enter the phone number.
phone book feature, the Phone through the list of names/
numbers. 4. Select OK to start dialling the
Book and Call Lists menus are
number.
automatically available. 4. Select the name.
To make a call using voice
The Phone Book menu allows 5. Select the number to call. recognition, see “Making a Call”
access to the phone book stored in
To make a call using the Call under Hands-Free Phone on
the mobile phone to make a call.
Lists menu: page 7-75.
The Call Lists menu allows access
to the phone numbers from the 1. Press 5 / > or touch the Phone Accepting or Declining a Call
Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and screen button. When an incoming call is received,
Missed Calls menus on the mobile 2. Select Call Lists. the infotainment system mutes and
phone to make a call. a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.
3. Select the Incoming Calls,
Outgoing Calls, or Missed
Calls list.
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Using the Infotainment Controls Call Waiting Using Steering the wireless service carrier to work.
Rotate TUNE/MENU to “Answer” or Wheel Controls This feature is only supported when
“Decline” and press TUNE/MENU or the vehicle is not moving.
Call waiting must be supported on
touch Accept or Decline on the the mobile phone and enabled by To start a conference while in a
screen. the wireless service carrier. current call:
Using Steering Wheel Controls . Press b / g to answer an 1. Select Enter Number.
Press b / g to answer or $ / i to incoming call when another call 2. Enter the phone number and
decline the call. is active. The original call is select OK.
placed on hold. 3. After the call has been placed,
Call Waiting Using the rotate TUNE/MENU and choose
Infotainment Controls
. Press b / g again to return to
the original call. Merge Calls.
Call waiting must be supported on 4. To add more callers to the
the Bluetooth® phone and enabled
. To decline answering the
incoming call, touch Decline on conference call, repeat
by the wireless service carrier Steps 1−3. The number of
to work. the screen or take no action.
callers that can be added is
Switching Between Calls (Call
. Press $ / i to disconnect the limited by your wireless service
Waiting Calls Only) current call and switch to the call carrier.
on hold.
To switch between calls rotate and Ending a Call
press TUNE/MENU and select Conference Calling Using the Using the Infotainment Controls
Switch Call or touch Switch Call on Infotainment Controls
the screen. Rotate and press TUNE/MENU to
Conference calling and three-way select Hang Up, or press Hang Up
calling must be supported on the on the screen.
Bluetooth® phone and enabled by
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Using Steering Wheel Controls To Transfer Audio from the Using the Infotainment Controls
Bluetooth® System to a Mobile
Press $ / i. Phone
1. Select Enter Number.
2. Select the digits on the screen
Muting a Call During a call with the audio in the then touch OK to send.
During a call, all sounds from inside vehicle, touch the Transfer Call
button on the screen or press and
the vehicle can be muted so that the Hands-Free Phone
person on the other end of the call hold the b / g button on the
cannot hear them. steering wheel. Using Bluetooth® Voice
To Transfer Audio to the
Recognition
Using the Infotainment Controls
Bluetooth® System from a Mobile To use voice recognition, press the
Rotate and press TUNE/MENU to
select Mute Call. Select again to
Phone b / g button on the steering wheel.
Use the audio transfer feature on Use the commands below for the
cancel mute.
the mobile phone. See your mobile various voice features. For
Transferring a Call phone manufacturer's user guide additional information, say “Help”
for more information. Touch the while in a voice recognition menu.
Audio can be transferred between
the Bluetooth® system and the Transfer to Handset button on the Making a Call
mobile phone. screen or press and hold the b / g
Calls can be made using the
The mobile phone must be paired button on the steering wheel. following commands.
and connected with the Bluetooth® Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Dial or Call: These commands can
system before a call can be (DTMF) Tones be used interchangeably to dial a
transferred.
The in-vehicle Bluetooth® system phone number.
can send numbers during a call. Digit Dial: This command allows a
This is used when calling a phone number to be dialed by
menu-driven phone system. entering the digits one at a time.
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Re-dial: This command dials the Once connected, the person called Using the “Re-dial” Command
last number used on the mobile will be heard through the audio
phone. speakers. 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Please Say a
Using the “Dial” or “Call” Using the “Digit Dial” Command Command,” followed by a tone.
Command This allows a phone number to be 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The
To call a number: dialed by entering the digits one at system dials the last number
a time. called from the connected
1. Press b / g. The system
mobile phone.
responds “Please Say a 1. Press b / g. The system
Command,” followed by a tone. responds “Please Say a Once connected, the person called
Command,” followed by a tone. will be heard through the audio
2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” speakers.
3. Say the entire number without 2. Say “Digit Dial.”
pausing. The system responds 3. Say each digit, one at a time, to Clearing the System
with the entered number. dial. After each digit is entered, Unless information is deleted out of
4. Say “Dial” or “Call”. the system repeats back the the vehicle Bluetooth® system, it will
digit it heard followed by a tone. be retained. This includes phone
Once connected, the person called After the last digit has been pairing information. For directions
will be heard through the audio entered, say “Dial.” on how to delete this information,
speakers. see “Deleting a Paired Phone/
If an unwanted number is repeated
To call using a name tag: back, say “Clear” to clear the last Device.”
number.
1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Please Say a Once connected, the person called
Command,” followed by a tone. will be heard through the audio
speakers.
2. Say “Dial” or “Call” and then say
the name tag. For example “Call
John at Work.”
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button. When an incoming call is received,
Missed Calls menus on the mobile the phone. the infotainment system mutes and
2. Select Call Lists.
phone to make a call. Android: Accept and activate a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.
3. SelectAccess
Message the Incoming Calls, if
Profile (MAP)
Outgoing Calls, or Missed
requested.
Calls list.
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7-74 Infotainment
Infotainment System
System
Infotainment System
Infotainment System 7-79
7-75
Text Messaging
Using Steering Settings
Wheel Controls ToUse the touch
Transfer Audioscreen
fromkeyboard
the to Using the Infotainment Controls
enter the®message.
Bluetooth System to a Mobile
Press $ / i. Touch Done to store.
Phone
1. Select Enter Number.
2. Select the digits on the screen
Muting a Call •During
To delete a predefined
a call message,
with the audio in the then touch OK to send.
During a call, all sounds from inside select the
vehicle, message
touch and touch
the Transfer Call Yes
to confirm.
button on the screen or press and
the vehicle can be muted so that the Hands-Free Phone
person on the other end of the call •hold
Touch b/g
the Text Alerts to choose
button on the the
cannot hear them. alert behaviour
steering wheel. for incoming text Using Bluetooth® Voice
Tomessages:
Transfer Audio to the
Recognition
Using the Infotainment Controls
In the Text Message Inbox, touch - Text alert
Bluetooth ®
with tonefrom a Mobile
System To use voice recognition, press the
Rotate and
Settings press TUNE/MENU
to access to
the Text Message
select Mute Call. Select again to
Phone
- Tone only b / g button on the steering wheel.
Settings menu. Use the commands below for the
cancel mute. Use the audio transfer feature on
- Off
the mobile phone. See your mobile various voice features. For
Transferring a Call phone manufacturer's user guide additional information, say “Help”
for more information. Touch the while in a voice recognition menu.
Audio can be transferred between
the Bluetooth® system and the Transfer to Handset button on the Making a Call
mobile phone. screen or press and hold the b / g
Calls can be made using the
The mobile phone must be paired button on the steering wheel. following commands.
and connected with the Bluetooth® Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Dial or Call: These commands can
system before a call can be (DTMF) Tones
•transferred.
Touch Manage Predefined be used interchangeably to dial a
The in-vehicle Bluetooth® system phone number.
Messages to create a user defined
message that can be used later to can send numbers during a call. Digit Dial: This command allows a
reply to a text message. This is used when calling a phone number to be dialed by
menu-driven phone system. entering the digits one at a time.
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1-14 Infotainment
In Brief System
2 NOTES
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The dashboard and console vents Direct the flow of air by tilting and The vents have shut-off doors to
can be adjusted up or down and left swivelling the vanes. adjust the air volume, e.g. air flow at
or right to allow directional air flow. the centre vents can be reduced to
enhance air flow at the rear seat
vents.
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
Pollen/dust filter
A passenger compartment air filter
may be fitted to filter contaminants
such as pollen and dust from
entering the vehicle. This can be
fitted by a Holden Dealer. See the
Service and Warranty Booklet for
the maintenance schedule.
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The transmitter must be in the If the vehicle is not in P (Park), Do not turn the engine off when the
vehicle for the system to operate. the ignition will return to ACC/ vehicle is moving. This will cause a
If the pushbutton start is not ACCESSORY and display the loss of power assist in the brake
working, the vehicle may be near a message SHIFT TO PARK in the and steering systems.
strong radio antenna signal causing Driver Information Centre (DIC). If the vehicle must be shut off in an
interference to the keyless access See Transmission Messages on emergency:
system. See Remote Keyless Entry page 5-31 for more information.
(RKE) System Operation on When the vehicle is shifted into 1. Brake using a firm and steady
page 2-5 for more information. P (Park), the ignition system will pressure. Do not pump the
switch to OFF. brakes repeatedly. This may
On automatic transmission vehicles, deplete power assist, requiring
to shift out of P (Park), the vehicle The vehicle has an electric steering increased brake pedal force.
must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or column lock. The lock is activated
ON/RUN and the brake pedal must when the ignition is switched to off 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).
be applied. and either front door is opened. This can be done while the
A sound may be heard as the lock vehicle is moving. After shifting
Stopping the Engine/OFF (No to N (Neutral), firmly apply the
Indicator Lights): When the actuates or releases. The steering
column lock may not release with brakes and steer the vehicle to a
vehicle is stopped, press the safe location.
ENGINE START/STOP button once the wheels turned off centre. If this
to turn the engine off. happens, the vehicle may not start, 3. Come to a complete stop.
and a DIC message will be
The ignition will turn off, and displayed. Turn the steering wheel 4. Shift to P (Park) and press the
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to the left or right while attempting to ENGINE START/STOP button
will remain active. See Retained start the vehicle. See Starting the once to turn the engine off.
Accessory Power (RAP) on Vehicle Messages on page 5-31 for 5. Set the parking brake. See
page 9-8 for more information. more information. If this does not Electric Parking Brake on
Note: Automatic transmission work, see your dealer. page 9-15.
vehicles — The vehicle must be in
P (Park) for the ignition to turn off.
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If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, See Starting the Engine on 2. Automatic transmission: Move
and must be shut off while driving, page 9-7 for more information. the shift lever to position P or N.
press and hold the ENGINE START/ The ignition will then remain in The engine will not start if the
STOP button for longer than ON/RUN. shift lever is in any other
two seconds, or press twice in position.
five seconds. Service Only Mode
Manual transmission: Push the
ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber This power mode is available for clutch pedal to the floor, move
Indicator Light): This mode allows service and diagnostics, and to the shift lever to the neutral
you to use some electrical verify the proper operation of the position then start the engine.
accessories when the engine is off. malfunction indicator lamp as may
be required for emission inspection 3. Turn the key to the START
With the ignition off, pressing the purposes. With the vehicle off, and position momentarily and
button once without the brake pedal the brake pedal not applied, release it. The engine starts
applied will place the ignition system pressing and holding the button for automatically. The key
in ACC/ACCESSORY. more than five seconds will place automatically returns to the ON
The ignition will switch from ACC/ the vehicle in Service Only Mode. position.
ACCESSORY to OFF after The instruments and audio systems Keyless start: When the ignition
five minutes to prevent battery will operate as they do in ON/RUN, is off and the brake pedal is
rundown. but the vehicle will not be able to be applied, press the ENGINE
driven. The engine will not start in START/STOP button once and
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Service Only Mode. Push the button
Light): This mode is for driving and release when engine cranking
again to turn the vehicle off. begins. Engine cranking will
starting. With the ignition off, and
the brake pedal applied, pressing continue until the engine starts.
the button once will place the
Starting the Engine
ignition system in ON/RUN/START. 1. Apply the park brake. Release it
Once engine cranking begins, only after starting the engine and
release the button. Engine cranking you are ready to drive off.
will continue until the engine starts.
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Sport shift mode To activate sport shift mode: Active Select (A/S) mode
1. Move the shift lever to A/S mode allows gears to be
position D. selected manually.
2. Push the shift lever to the left. It can also provide engine-braking
Sport Mode On is displayed on by selecting the appropriate lower
the DIC. gear on a steep downhill grade.
Do not move the shift lever to +
or –, otherwise A/S mode will be
enabled.
3. To return to normal shift mode,
move the shift lever right, to
position D.
Sport shift mode can be selected Sport Mode Off is displayed on
where maximum responsiveness is the DIC.
required. On the bottom of the display, S
When operated in sport shift mode, appears as long as sport shift mode
the transmission will delay upshifts is selected.
and allow earlier downshifts.
Normal shift mode To enable A/S mode:
In addition, the transmission can
Normal shift mode is recommended 1. Move the shift lever to
sense enthusiastic driving, at which
for normal or freeway driving, as it position D.
point it may delay upshifting and
provides optimum fuel economy.
downshift earlier when braking. This 2. Push the lever to the left.
is designed to maximise vehicle When the shift lever is moved to
performance. position D, normal shift mode is
selected.
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3. Shift to the required gear: Continuing to hold the lever in Manual Transmission
To shift up a gear, briefly pull the the – position will select the
lever rearwards (+) and requested gear as soon as the
release it. engine speed decreases to the
allowed speed for that gear.
To shift down a gear, briefly push
the lever forwards (–) and
. If the engine speed becomes too
release it. low for the currently selected
gear, the transmission will
After changing the gear and automatically shift down, even
releasing the shift lever, it returns to though A/S mode is still
the centre position on the left side of selected.
the selector. . While in A/S mode, 2nd or 3rd
On the bottom of the display, M and gear starts (V8) or 2nd gear
the currently selected gear appears starts (V6) can be selected from
as long as A/S mode is selected. a standing start. This is useful
Note: for gentle acceleration on
slippery surfaces.
. The transmission will shift to a
selected gear only if the engine To disable A/S mode and return to
speed is within a suitable range. normal shift mode, push the shift
lever to the right, to position D (on
If not suitable, Shift Denied the bottom of the display, D is
will be displayed and the displayed).
transmission will not shift
gears. To disable A/S mode and return to
Sport shift mode, hold the shift lever
in the + position for more than
1 second (on the bottom of the
display, S is displayed).
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Electric Parking Brake Applying the Parking Brake decelerate as long as the switch is
held in the up position. Releasing
The EPB can be applied any time
the EPB switch during the
the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is
deceleration will release the parking
applied by momentarily lifting up
brake. If the switch is held in the up
on the EPB switch. Once fully
position until the vehicle comes to a
applied, Y $ illuminates. While the stop, the EPB will remain applied.
brake is being applied, the status
light will flash until full apply is Releasing the Parking Brake
reached. If the light does not come To release the EPB, turn the ignition
on, or remains flashing, you need to switch to the ACC or ON/RUN
have the vehicle serviced. Do not position, apply and hold the brake
drive the vehicle if Y $ is flashing. pedal, and push down momentarily
See your dealer. See Brake System on the EPB switch. If you attempt to
Warning Light on page 5-17 for release the EPB without the brake
The electric parking brake (EPB) more information. pedal applied, a chime will sound,
switch is located between the front and the DIC message STEP ON
seats.
{ Warning BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK
BRAKE will be displayed. The EPB
The EPB takes the place of the
manual parking brake system. The If the EPB fails to apply, the rear is released when the Y$ light is off
EPB can always be activated, even wheels should be blocked to and the DIC message PARK
if the ignition is off. To avoid prevent vehicle movement. BRAKE RELEASED is displayed.
draining the battery, do not operate
the EPB too often without the
If the EPB is applied while the
engine running.
vehicle is in motion, a chime will
In case of insufficient electrical sound, and the DIC message
power, the EPB cannot be applied RELEASE PARK BRAKE SWITCH
or released. will be displayed. The vehicle will
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This d will flash on the instrument If the vehicle is in cruise control When the ESC system is turned off,
cluster when the ESC system is when the system begins to assist the i light and the g warning light
both on and activated. the driver maintain directional will both be on to warn the driver
control of the vehicle, the d light will that both traction control and ESC
The system may be heard or felt
while it is working; this is normal. flash and the cruise control will are disabled.
automatically disengage. The cruise It is recommended to leave the
When the g light is on solid, the control system may be re-engaged system on for normal driving
system will not assist the driver in when road conditions allow. See conditions, but it may be necessary
maintaining directional control of the Cruise Control on page 9-21. to turn the system off if the vehicle
vehicle. Adjust your driving is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow,
accordingly. and you want to “rock” the vehicle to
The Electronic Stability Control attempt to free it. It may also be
(ESC) system is automatically necessary to turn off the system
enabled whenever the vehicle is when driving in extreme off-road
started. To assist the driver with conditions where high wheel spin is
vehicle directional control, required.
especially in slippery road Note: On Sportwagon vehicles with
conditions, the system should LPG, when the temporary spare
always be left on. But, ESC can be wheel is fitted, if the vehicle speed
turned off if needed. exceeds 40 km/h, ESC will switch
back on and remain on until vehicle
speed is below 40 km/h and g is
To disable both traction control and
pressed again.
ESC, press and hold the button for
5 seconds.
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ESC may also turn off automatically Competitive Driving Mode and Competitive Driving Mode controls
if it determines that a problem exists Launch Control modify the engine power while the ESC system
with the system. The appropriate performance of certain safety helps maintain directional control of
messages and the d light will be on features and should only be used, the vehicle by selective brake
solid to warn the driver that ESC is with caution, in closed conditions. application. In this mode, TCS is
disabled and requires service. If the Drivers who prefer to allow the optimised and Launch Control is
problem does not clear after system to have more control of the available. Adjust your driving style
restarting the vehicle, see your engine and brake systems are to account for the available engine
dealer for service. See Ride Control advised to turn the normal TCS and power. See “Launch Control” later in
System Messages on page 5-30. ESC systems on. this section.
The g light is on when the vehicle is
Competitive Driving Mode { Caution in the Competitive Driving Mode.
(Redline) Do not attempt to shift gear when This optional handling mode can be
the drive wheels are spinning selected by pressing the g button
{ Warning and do not have traction. This quickly two times. The appropriate
may cause damage to the message displays in the Driver
Competitive Driving Mode and transmission. Damage caused by Information Centre (DIC). See Ride
Launch Control are systems racing or misuse of the vehicle Control System Messages on
designed for a closed course race may not be covered by the New page 5-30 for more information.
track and not intended for use on Vehicle Voluntary Warranty.
public roads. The systems are not When the g button is pressed
intended to compensate for lack Note: Racing or misuse will again, the TCS and ESC systems
of driver experience or familiarity contribute to the premature wear are on. The appropriate message
with the race track. of brakes, tyres and driveline displays briefly in the DIC.
components.
The ESC system is also
automatically enabled whenever
the vehicle is started.
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Launch Control (Redline with The Launch Control feature will Cruise Control
manual transmissions only) initially limit engine speed as
the driver rapidly applies the
Launch Control is a form of traction accelerator pedal to wide open
control that manages wheel spin throttle. A smooth, quick release of
while launching the vehicle. the clutch, while maintaining the
Launch Control is only available fully pressed accelerator pedal, will
when the following criteria are met: manage wheel slip.
. Competitive Driving Mode is After the vehicle is launched, the
selected. system continues in Competitive
Driving Mode.
. The vehicle is not moving.
. The steering wheel is pointing
straight ahead.
. The clutch is pressed and the The cruise control:
vehicle is in first gear.
. Maintains the vehicle's speed
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly without pressing the accelerator
applied to wide open throttle. pedal.
. Will only operate at speeds
above 40 km/h.
. Switches are located on the
steering wheel.
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increments.Alternatively, accelerate
. The shift lever is placed in N.
to the desired speed and store by
Object Detection
. Traction Control (TC) or
rotating to RES/+. Electronic Stability Control Systems
Deactivation (ESC) is operating.
Resuming a stored speed
Forward Collision Alert
Press *. (FCA) System
Rotate the wheel up to RES/+ at a
I illuminates white. speed above 40 km/h. The vehicle may have Forward
Cruise control is deactivated. Collision Alert (FCA).
The stored speed is resumed.
The stored speed is maintained. The FCA system may help to avoid
Turning cruise control off or reduce the harm caused by
Cruise control automatically
Press I. front-end crashes. FCA provides a
deactivates when:
flashing visual alert and beeps when
. Vehicle speed is below I extinguishes. approaching a vehicle directly
approximately 30 km/h. The stored speed is deleted. ahead too quickly. FCA also
. The brake pedal is pressed. provides a visual alert if following
Alternatively, turn the ignition off. another vehicle much too closely.
. The clutch pedal is pressed for The V indicator and the FCA alert
more than a few seconds.
are displayed in the Head-Up
Display (HUD).
The forward-looking FCA camera
sensor is on the windscreen ahead
of the rear view mirror. FCA detects
vehicles within a distance of
approximately 60 m and operates at
speeds above 40 km/h.
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Tailgating Alert
The V indicator changes to amber
when following another vehicle too
closely.
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Collision Alert Selecting the Gap Setting The faster the vehicle speed, the
further away the alert will occur.
Consider traffic and weather
conditions when selecting the alert
timing. The range of selectable alert
timing may not be appropriate for all
drivers and driving conditions.
Unnecessary Alerts
When your vehicle approaches
another vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA may sometimes set
FCA display will flash and sound unnecessary alerts to turning
eight beeps. When this occurs, the vehicles, vehicles in other lanes,
brake system prepares for driver objects that are not vehicles,
braking to occur more rapidly. or shadows. These alerts are
Continue to apply the brake pedal normal operation and the vehicle
The Collision Alert control is on the does not need service.
as the driving situation dictates.
steering wheel. Press [ to set the
gap setting to far, medium, near or Other Messages
off. The first button press shows the There are messages that may
current control setting on the HUD. appear on the Driver Information
Additional button presses will Centre (DIC) in the instrument
change this setting. The chosen cluster to provide information about
setting will remain until it is changed FCA. See Object Detection System
and will affect both the Collision Messages on page 5-30.
Alert and the Tailgating Alert
features. The timing of both alerts
will vary based on vehicle speed.
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•. IfIf an
an object
object enters
enters the
therange,
range, the Operation
When a forward gear is selected Manual adjustment
sector
the will will
sector illuminate
illuminate green. green. afterPA reverse, the front and rear
When the distance decreases, The is activated automatically
When the distance decreases, sensors
when thewill remainoccur:
following operational until
additional sectors
additional sectors will will illuminate
illuminate the vehicle's speed exceeds
and the colour will change to •15 km/h.
The ignition is turned on.
and the colour will change to
yellow, orange and finally red.
yellow, orange and finally red.
• Reverse gear is selected.
•Ifthea The
forward gear is selected, only
park brake is released.
• Front
Whensensor
drive isdetection
selected,occurs the
.
front sensors are activated and
animation
when PA isisturned
shownononly when
by pressing When
the tone a forward gearfrom
will sound is selected
the frontafter
Xthe sensors detect an object and
or by selecting reverse reverse,
speaker.the front and rear sensors
the vehicle's speed is below
gear first. The light in the button will remain operational until the
15 km/h. Note: The PA:
illuminates. vehicle's speed exceeds 15 km/h.
. Automatically deactivates when
. If a short
• When drivetone is heard when
is selected, the If a forward gear is selected, only
the vehicle's speed exceeds
there are no objects visible,
animation is shown only when the front sensors are activated and
15 km/h.
it may be due to ground
the sensors detect an object and the tone will sound from the front
reflections, children or animals. speaker.
. Is reactivated if changing from a When the vehicle's speed is below
the vehicle's speed is below
Be aware. 15 km/h:
forward to reverse gear or vice
15 km/h. Note: The PA:
versa, or if the ignition is turned
• IfKeep bumper sensors free from • Automatically
.
a short tone is heard when off then on again.deactivates when . To deactivate the PA, press X
dirt, scratches, grime, ice, frost the vehicle's speed exceeds once. The light in the button will
there are no
and snow objects
with a softvisible,
cloth. it . When
15 km/h.manually deactivated, will turn off.
may be due to ground reflections,
not automatically activate until
children or animals. Be aware.
Operation • Is reactivated if changing from a
the PA has been manually . To reactivate the PA, press X
•TheKeep
PA isbumper
activated sensors free from
automatically forward to reverse gear or vice
reactivated. once. The light in the button will
dirt,the
when scratches,
followinggrime,occur:ice, frost versa, or if the ignition is turned illuminate and the front sensors
and off then on again.
The snow withis aturned
soft cloth. will activate.
ignition on. • When manually deactivated,
.
Alternatively, select
. 5HYHUVHgHDULVVHOHFWHG will not automatically activate
reverse gear.
. The park brake is released. until the PA has been manually
reactivated.
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If the PA is activated and the light in Adjustment for a tow bar Note:
the X button: When a tow bar is fitted, the rear . This adjustment is for Holden
. Does not illuminate, check that park sensors require adjustment to approved tow bars fitted by a
the ignition is turned on, the allow for the tow ball tongue: Holden Dealer.
vehicle is in gear and the park 1. Turn the ignition on. . If a different tow bar is fitted, the
brake is not activated. system may detect it as an
2. Press VOL } to turn the attached object and will be
. Flashes when the button is infotainment system on.
pressed. deactivated.
3. Press HOME then touch the
Contact a Holden Dealer. Config screen button. Side Blind Zone
Objects attached to the vehicle 4. Select the Vehicle Alert (SBZA)
When any device is attached to the Settings menu. The vehicle may have Side Blind
rear of the vehicle, such as a trailer 5. Select the Collision Detection Zone Alert (SBZA).
or a bicycle rack, the PA will: Settings menu. The SBZA system is a
. Detect this as an attached 6. Select Park Assist. lane-changing aid that assists
object. drivers with avoiding crashes that
7. Select On with Tow Bar
. Deactivate automatically about occur with vehicles in the side blind
Attached.
10 seconds after the vehicle's zone (or spot) areas.
forward speed exceeds 15 km/h. The option selected is indicated
by f.
. Be reactivated automatically
when the object is removed, the
ignition is turned off then on
again and the vehicle's forward
speed exceeds 15 km/h.
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SBZA can be disabled through SBZA may not operate when the Rear Vision
vehicle personalisation. See SBZA sensors in the left or right
“Collision Detection Systems” corners of the rear bumper are
Camera (RVC)
under Vehicle Personalisation on covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice,
page 5-32. If SBZA is disabled by or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For { Warning
the driver, the SBZA mirror displays cleaning instructions, see “Washing
will not light up. the Vehicle” under Exterior Care on Never rely solely on the reverse
page 10-74. If the DIC still displays camera when reversing the
When the System Does Not the SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM vehicle.
Seem to Work Properly UNAVAILABLE message after There is a blind spot that cannot
SBZA may not always alert the cleaning the rear bumper corners, be sensed by the rear view
driver to vehicles in the blind zone, see your dealer. This message may camera.
especially in wet conditions. The also be displayed when driving near
system does not need to be sites where the SBZA system could The reverse camera is not
serviced. The system may light up cause interference. intended to replace the driver's
due to guardrails, signs, trees, judgement or attention toward the
If the SBZA displays do not light up
shrubs, and other non-moving when vehicles are in the blind zone rear of the vehicle when
objects. This is normal system and the system is clean, the system reversing.
operation; the vehicle does not need may need service. Take the vehicle Before entering the vehicle
service. to your dealer. always check that the area
When SBZA is disabled for any around the vehicle is clear of
reason other than the driver turning obstacles and people.
it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On Always perform head checks and
option will not be available on the use the vehicle's mirrors when
personalisation menu. reversing.
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Note:
Warning (Continued) . The distance of the objects seen
If the vehicle sustains any on the screen differs from the
damage in the area of the reverse actual distance.
camera (rear number plate . The area displayed depends on
surround), the camera may the road condition and vehicle
become misaligned. Contact a orientation.
Holden Dealer.
Cleaning
Always keep the camera lens free
from dirt, snow or ice. Only use
mild soap and water with a soft
cloth to clean the lens. Sportwagon shown
. The camera is located at the top
A view of the area behind the of the rear number plate
vehicle is displayed on the surround.
infotainment screen, when reverse . The lens requires regular
gear is selected.
cleaning to ensure optimum
The RVC cannot display objects: performance.
. Close to the corners of the . Use only a soft cloth, mild soap
vehicle. and water.
. Forward of the camera. Sedan shown
. Higher than the camera.
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This is normal operation; the vehicle LDW warnings may occasionally Driver Assistance
does not need service. Clean the occur due to tar marks, shadows,
windscreen. cracks in the road, or other road Systems
imperfections. This is normal system
{ Warning operation, the vehicle does not need Advanced Parking Assist
Advanced Parking Assist
service.
LDW does not provide a warning Advanced
Advanced Parking
Parking
to help avoid a crash, unless it
LDW Messages Assist
Assist (APA)
(APA)
detects the lane markings. LDW FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED, The
The vehicle
vehicle maymay have
have APA.APA.
may not detect the lane markings CLEAN WINDSCREEN: This
message may appear because the When
When APA is active, thesystem
APA is active, the system
if the camera sensor is blocked detects
front camera is blocked and cannot detects available
available parallel
parallel or or
by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the perpendicular
operate properly. It may also perpendicular (90°)(90°) parking
parking spaces.
spaces.
windscreen is damaged. It may
activate during heavy rain or due to The
The APA system uses the frontand
APA system uses the front and
also not detect a lane on winding
or hilly roads, or in conditions that
road spray. rear
rear parking
parking sensors,
sensors, as as well
well as
as two
two
can limit visibility such as fog, LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM front
front side
side sensors
sensors during
during operation.
operation.
rain, or snow, or if the headlamps UNAVAILABLE: This message The
The system
system guides
guides thethe vehicle
vehicle into
or windscreen are not cleaned or may appear if LDW does not into
a final parked position by by
a final parked position
in proper condition. Keep the activate due to a temporary automatically
automatically controlling
controlling the the
windscreen, headlamps, and condition. steering.
steering. The
The driver
driver remains
remains in in
camera sensors clean and in SERVICE FRONT CAMERA: This control
control ofof the
the accelerator,
accelerator, brakes,
brakes,
good repair. message may appear to indicate transmission
transmission and and clutch
clutch (manual
(manual
that LDW is not working properly. transmission)
transmission) at at all
all times.
times. Directions
Directions
If this message remains on after are provided by by messages
messages displayed
continued driving, the system needs on the DIC.onThese
displayed the DIC.directions
These will
service. Take the vehicle to your include
directionsthewill
gear required,
include the
the gear
dealer. direction of vehicle movement and
steering control indication.
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Suitable parking space Press and hold for 2 seconds to The APA searches for a suitable
dimensions are: initiate a perpendicular parking parking space on the left side of
• Parallel space length — vehicle space search. the vehicle.
length plus 1.1 m up to 12.0 m Note: To search for a parking space
on the right side of the vehicle, push
• Perpendicular space length —
the turn and lane-change signal
vehicle width plus 1.0 m up to 4.8 m
lever down.
When a suitable parking space
is found, a message is displayed
on the DIC to stop the vehicle. A
chime will sound.
It is possible to continue moving
forward to search for subsequent
parking spaces.
3. Bring the vehicle to a complete
Searching parking space is standstill.
displayed on the DIC.
4. Select R (reverse).
Note: Pressing O or X will 5. Reverse into the parking space at
1. With the vehicle in D (Drive) or a deactivate the APA system. less than 8 km/h, using only the
forward gear, press O to initiate 2. Drive forwards at less than brake and accelerator pedals to
APA for a parallel parking space 30 km/h, at a distance from the control the vehicle. If the vehicle
search. parked vehicles of: exceeds 8 km/h, the APA will
Note: The APA system is constantly Parallel search — 0.5 m to 1.5 m cancel.
scanning while the vehicle is moving Perpendicular search — 0.7 m The APA will automatically control
forward. APA can be initiated even if the steering and display messages
to 1.5 m is recommended for
the space has just been passed. on the DIC with the required gear
optimum detection
changes.
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Note: If frost is present do not formulation of good quality fuel When filling the fuel tank with an
touch the area until the frost has and the use of supplementary ethanol-petrol fuel blend, under
dissipated. additives in fuel is not required no circumstances should fuel
unless specified by Holden. containing more than 85%
Suspected gas leak Under no circumstances should ethanol be used.
Carry out the emergency fuel containing the manganese Use of such fuels may result in
procedure steps. See “LPG additive known as MMT (methyl engine malfunction, starting and
emergency procedures” later in cyclopentadienyl manganese operating difficulties and materials
this section. Once the steps have tricarbonyl) be used, as this degradation. These adverse
been followed and the odour is no additive is known to cause effects could result in permanent
longer present, take the vehicle to contamination of catalytic damage to the vehicle and
the nearest Holden Dealer for converters, spark plugs personal injury.
advice. and the malfunction of
On-Board-Diagnostic (OBD) The use of fuel containing more
systems. The use of fuel additives than 85% ethanol may also affect
that are not recommended by your New Vehicle Voluntary
Holden may affect your New Warranty to the extent that
Vehicle Voluntary Warranty to the Holden considers that the fuel
extent that Holden considers affects the specifications and
that the additives affect the quality of your vehicle.
specifications and quality of the (Continued)
vehicle.
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Note: When the service valves are For more information on E85
closed, the LPG tank is isolated and availability, visit:
from the rest of the LPG system and www.holden.com.au
the vehicle cannot be started.
LPG
3. Contact your dealer.
LPG should meet the LPG Australia
Specification for Liquefied
Recommended Fuel Petroleum Gas for Automotive use
Unleaded petrol 2004. LPG blends may vary from
time to time and may affect vehicle
Use unleaded petrol of regular performance and range.
91 Research Octane Number (RON)
rating or higher. LPG fuel system
5. Rotate the outlet service
valve (2) on the LPG tank Use of Premium unleaded petrol Introduction
clockwise to close. (95 RON or higher) may provide a
small improvement in performance The Holden LPG Fuel system has
Your vehicle may have an inlet and fuel economy. been designed to comply with the
service valve. relevant Australian Standard.
E85/ethanol
1. Rotate the inlet service valve (1) It is recommended that you advise
on the LPG tank clockwise to E85 should meet the requirements your insurance company that your
close. of the Fuel Quality Standards Act new vehicle operates on LPG as
2000, Fuel Standard (Ethanol E85) failure to do so may invalidate your
2. Replace the service valve Determination 2012. Filling the fuel insurance policy.
access cover.
tank with fuel mixtures that do not
Your vehicle is required to display
meet these requirements can affect
the LPG decal on both the front and
driveability and could cause * to rear number plates.
illuminate.
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{ Warning
If while driving you notice that the
bonnet has not been properly
closed, pull the vehicle over to the
side of the road at the earliest
possible moment and close the
bonnet correctly.
Note:
. If the wiring of the bonnet switch
is damaged or tampered with, it
will be detected by the vehicle
control system. The alarm will
sound when the alarm system is V6 Engine
armed.
. If the bonnet is not engaged 1. Clutch/brake fluid reservoir, see 4. Windscreen washer fluid
when the vehicle is locked, A Brake Fluid on page 10-14 reservoir, see Washer Fluid on
will flash immediately. Unlock the 2. Engine oil filler cap, see Engine page 10-14
vehicle, close the bonnet Oil on page 10-6 5. Engine coolant reservoir, see
securely and relock. Engine Coolant on page 10-7
3. Dipstick for engine oil, see
Engine Oil on page 10-6
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Engine Cover
{ Warning
Do not place hands on any under
bonnet components when the
engine is HOT or RUNNING.
Before removing the engine
cover, allow the engine to cool
sufficiently.
Removal
Remove the engine cover to access
the radiator cap (V6 engine).
1. Turn the ignition off and remove
V8 Engine the key from the vehicle.
2. Place the shift lever in P and
1. Clutch/brake fluid reservoir, see 4. Windscreen washer fluid apply the park brake.
Brake Fluid on page 10-14 reservoir, see Washer Fluid on
2. Dipstick for engine oil, see page 10-14
Engine Oil on page 10-6 5. Engine coolant reservoir, see
3. Engine oil filler cap, see Engine Engine Coolant on page 10-7
Oil on page 10-6
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at highway speeds the dilution 4. Replace the engine oil filler cap
elements evaporate, resulting in a tightly by rotating clockwise.
sudden drop in oil level. Note: Non-detergent and other low
quality oils, the use of break-in oil,
tune up compounds, friction
reducing compounds and other
supplemental additives are not
recommended. Their use increases
costs, may be detrimental to the
operation of the vehicle and may
void the New Vehicle Voluntary
Warranty, to the extent that Holden
1. Rotate the engine oil filler cap considers the non-recommended
anticlockwise and remove. fluid to have affected the
2. Add enough oil to reach within specifications or quality of the
the upper area/mark. vehicle.
Different dipsticks are used Engine oil change intervals
3. Check the level on the dipstick
depending on engine variant.
and add further oil if necessary. Refer to the Service/Warranty
Arrows indicate the lower and upper Booklet.
The engine oil must not exceed
area/marks.
the upper area/mark.
Adding engine oil Engine Coolant
See Recommended Fluids and { Caution Note: For all engine variants, the
Lubricants on page 11-2 and coolant reservoir is in the same
Capacities and Specifications on Overfilled engine oil must be position within the engine
page 12-10. drained or suctioned out. compartment.
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{ Warning
Do not remove the radiator cap if
the engine and radiator are still
hot. Scalding fluid and steam can
be blown out under pressure 2. Rotate the coolant reservoir cap 3. When the engine is cold, the
which could cause serious burns. one-eighth of a turn coolant level should be at or
anticlockwise and slowly pull out above the minimum mark (2).
1. Turn the ignition off. the dipstick. When the engine is warm, the
level should be between half full
and the maximum mark (1).
Adding coolant
{ Caution
Do not spill coolant on the
vehicle's exterior surfaces as it
can damage the paintwork. If you
do, wash it off immediately.
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For engine coolant specifications If the coolant requires regular If the engine overheats or loses
and water-to-coolant ratio, see topping up, contact a Holden coolant, see Engine Overheating on
Recommended Fluids and Dealer. page 10-9.
Lubricants on page 11-2. Always
How the engine coolant works
use the specified ratio. Engine Overheating
1. Mix a solution of Holden coolant
. The coolant contains special
corrosion inhibitors.
and clean fresh water. { Caution
2. Add coolant into the coolant
. Coolant helps the cooling
system in hot weather by Immediate action is required if the
dipstick tube (where the dipstick
increasing the boiling point. engine overheats. This is
is stored).
. Coolant protects against freezing indicated by one or more of the
3. Check the level on the dipstick following:
and add further coolant if down to –37 °C, provided the
necessary. specified concentration is . The engine temperature
maintained. gauge needle moving over to
4. Replace the dipstick. the H.
5. Rotate the cap one-eighth of a { Warning . An engine overheated
turn clockwise until secure and message appearing on the
the word DEXCOOL can be read Corrosion inhibitors and DIC, see Engine Cooling
from the front of the vehicle. antifreeze fluids are poisonous. System Messages on
Use extreme care when handling. page 5-28.
In emergency situations, plain clean
If swallowed, seek medical
fresh water may be used temporarily . Steam escaping from under
until the correct Holden coolant is attention. Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap if the engine the bonnet.
obtained. Replace as soon as
possible from the nearest Holden and radiator are still hot. Scalding . A loss of power.
Dealer. fluid and steam can be blown out (Continued)
under pressure which could
cause serious burns.
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{ Danger
Do not remove the radiator cap if
the engine and radiator are still
hot. Scalding fluid and steam can
be blown out under pressure
which could cause serious burns.
V6 Engine
When the engine is cool, check the Note: For all engine variants, the
coolant reservoir level and radiator coolant reservoir is in the same
level and fill as follows: position within the engine
compartment.
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Danger (Continued)
steam can be blown out under
pressure which could cause
serious burns.
Remove the engine cover if
required. See Engine Cover on
page 10-5.
4. As well as adding coolant to the Note: The following may cause the
coolant reservoir, add coolant engine to temporarily operate at
directly through the radiator cap high temperatures, especially on
opening until full. hot days:
5. Wait 30 seconds for the coolant . Climbing a long hill.
to settle. . Stopping immediately after high
6. Add more coolant if the level speed driving.
drops. . Idling for long periods in traffic.
Washer Fluid 2. Secure the cap. The level should be between the
MIN and MAX area.
Brake Fluid If the fluid level is correct, do not
(Automatic transmission) remove the reservoir cap, as brake
fluid exposed to the atmosphere will
quickly absorb moisture.
{ Warning
Adding brake fluid
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive and will damage the Use heavy duty brake fluid. See
paint finish of the vehicle if spilt. Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-2.
1. Turn the ignition off.
Checking the brake fluid level
2. Wipe the sides of the cap clean.
The washer fluid reservoir supplies 3. Rotate anticlockwise to remove.
water to the front windscreen 4. Top up with heavy duty brake
washer and rear window washer fluid.
(Sportwagon).
Check the fluid level weekly. { Warning
Adding washer fluid Using brake fluid other than GM
1. Use the correct amount of recommended brake fluid may
washer fluid additive. Refer to a cause corrosion to components of
Holden Dealer. the braking system and reduced
Do not use ordinary soap or braking performance.
detergent as they froth up and Check the brake fluid level weekly. (Continued)
damage the wiper rubbers.
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{ Caution
Condensation may temporarily
appear on the inside of exterior
lamp lenses after rain or washing
the vehicle. Condensation occurs
when there is a temperature
difference between the inside and
outside of the lamp allowing a fine
mist on the inside surface of the 1. Open the bonnet.
lamp lens. This condensation will 2. Locate the coolant reservoir to 1. Open the bonnet.
disappear when the vehicle is in a access driver side:
dry environment or the lamp is on. 2. Locate the air filter box to
. Front park bulb access passenger side:
If water does collect in the lamp
contact a Holden Dealer.
. Low beam bulb . Front park bulb
. High beam bulb . Low beam bulb
3. Pull up on the coolant reservoir . High beam bulb
filler neck (including the cap).
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3. Unclip the air filter box cover and Outboard low beam
move rearward. 1. To access the headlamps, follow
4. Disconnect the air flow meter the steps in “Front lamp access”
connector (1) (V8 only). earlier in this section.
Front lamp assembly
Tail lamps
Sedan taillamp assembly
2. Lightly press the bulb and twist Number Plate Lamp 3. Remove the bulb holder from the
anticlockwise out of the holder. lamp by rotating the bulb holder
(W5W bulb) anticlockwise.
3. Install the new bulb into the bulb
holder by pushing it into the 4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb
holder and rotating it clockwise. holder.
Ensure that the same colour 5. Push the new bulb into the bulb
bulb is used. holder.
4. Install the bulb holder into 6. Install the bulb holder into the
the lamp. lamp by rotating the bulb holder
5. Check lamp operation. clockwise.
6. Install the components removed, 7. Insert the right hand side of the
see “Sportwagon taillamp lamp into the opening and pivot
access” earlier in this section. the lamp upwards into position.
8. Push on the left hand side of the
Sedan lamp until the clip engages.
1. Push the left hand side of the 9. Check lamp operation.
lamp towards the right Sportwagon
hand side.
1. Push the locking tang at the end
2. Remove the lamp from the of the lamp housing towards
opening by pivoting the lamp the lens.
downwards.
2. Pull the lamp assembly
downwards.
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3. Remove the bulb holder from the Interior Lamps 2. From the rear side, remove the
lamp housing by rotating the bulb holder from the lamp
bulb holder anticlockwise. Rear dome/reading lamps housing by rotating the bulb
4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb (W5W bulb) holder anticlockwise.
holder. Note: Do not remove the lens from
5. Push the new bulb into the bulb the lamp assembly.
holder. 3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb
6. Install the bulb holder into the holder.
lamp housing by rotating the 4. Push the new bulb into the bulb
bulb holder clockwise, ensuring holder.
that the seal is undamaged. 5. Install the bulb holder into the
7. Place the fixed tang into the lamp housing by rotating the
number plate surround. bulb holder clockwise.
8. Push the lamp upwards to 6. Refit the lamp into the rearward
engage the locking tang. facing locating tabs.
9. Check lamp operation. If the vehicle has rear interior dome/ 7. Push the forward facing edge
reading lamps: upward into the head lining until
firmly in place.
1. Pull the forward edge of the
dome lamp downwards, using 8. Check lamp operation.
only fingers.
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Cabin fuse and relay index F12 AIRBAG / AOS 10A F27 BODY CONTROL 30A
The vehicle may not be equipped F13 INSTRUMENT 15A MODULE 8
with all of the fuses, relays and CLUSTER F28 BLOWER FAN 40A
features shown.
F14 HVAC CONTROL 15A F29 ACCESSORIES 15A
Fuses MODULE F30 BODY CONTROL 15A
F1 BODY CONTROL 15A F15 RAIN SENSOR 10A MODULE 7
MODULE 1
F16 BODY CONTROL 15A
F2 DIAGNOSTIC 10A MODULE Relays
CONNECTOR R1 LOGISTICS
F17 LPG SHUT-OFF 15A
F3 LPG SHUT-OFF 30A SOLENOID R2 LPG SHUT-OFF
SOLENOID SOLENOID
F18 - -
F4 BODY CONTROL 15A R3 LPG SHUT-OFF
MODULE 2 F19 SWC BKLT 2A SOLENOID
F5 IGNITION SWITCH 2A F20 - -
F6 ELECTRIC 15A F21 - -
STEERING F22 SHUNT 2 30A
CONTROL LOCK
F23 BODY CONTROL 15A
CB7 - - MODULE
F8 - - F24 BODY CONTROL 15A
F9 - - MODULE
F10 - - F25 BODY CONTROL 10A
MODULE
F11 SHUNT 1 30A
CB26 - -
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Engine compartment fuse and F13 SPOT LAMP LH 15A F28 IGN / INJ 20A
relay index EVEN - V8
F14 ABS PUMP 60A
The vehicle may not be equipped F29 ECM-V8, INJ-V6 / 15A
with all of the fuses, relays and F15 ABS VALVES 30A
EMIS 1
features shown. F16 - -
F30 - -
F1 HEATED 10A F17 - -
MIRRORS F31 - -
F18 HEATED FRONT 15A
F2 - - SEATS F32 FOG LAMPS 15A
F3 REAR DEMISTER 30A F19 - - F33 IGNITION-IP 10A
/ BODY
F4 - - F20 - -
F34 FUEL SYSTEM 10A
F5 SPOT LAMP RH 15A F21 FRONT 7.5A CONTROL
F6 DRIVER 30A PASSENGER MODULE
POWER SEAT WINDOW SWITCH
F35 - -
F7 WASHER PUMP 20A F22 REAR WIPER 20A
F36 ESCL 15A
F8 PASSENGER 30A F23 SUNROOF 20A
F37 EMIS 2 / IGN 15A
POWER SEAT F24 FRONT WIPERS 30A EVEN-V6
F9 EMER / VEH / 15A F25 AOS IGN / 5A F38 ECM-V6, INJ 20A
FT / LP IPC IGN ODD-V8
F10 - - F26 LRBEC IGN 20A F39 INCLR PUMP 10A
F11 DRIVING LAMPS 20A F27 - - F40 - -
F12 HEADLAMP 25A
WASHER
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PTC3 SPARE
PTC4 VAPORISER HEATER 3
RELAY
LPG Fuses
PTC1 VAPORISER (40A)
HEATER 1
PTC2 VAPORISER (40A)
HEATER 2 The vehicle may have a torx tool for
use when replacing the front
PTC3 SPARE headlamp bulbs. See Bulb
PTC4 VAPORISER (40A) Replacement on page 10-17.
HEATER 3 This tool is stored with the
emergency tyre sealant and air
compressor kit or with the jack and
wheel wrench package.
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The LPG sportwagon spare wheel
requires inflating before use. See
“Procedure – LPG sportwagon
vehicles” under Tyre Changing on
page 10-51.
Sedan shown
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Tyre Chains Remove large hub caps and valve Tyre Sealant and
extensions that contact parts of the
Due to lack of clearance, tyre chains chain.
Compressor Kit
cannot be fitted to vehicles The vehicle may have an
equipped with the following wheel
and tyre configurations: { Warning emergency tyre sealant and air
compressor kit, in place of the jack,
. 245/45R18 18 x 8 Tyre chains may only be used at tools and spare tyre.
. 245/40R19 19 x 8 speeds up to 50 km/h. Tyre The tyre sealant and air compressor
chains should only be used for kit can be used to temporarily seal a
. 245/40R19 19 x 8.5 short distances if the roads are small puncture up to 6 mm in the
. 245/35R20 20 x 8 not snow covered. The hard road tread area of the tyre. It can also be
surface causes rapid wear and used to inflate an underinflated tyre.
. 245/35R20 20 x 8.5
the chain may break. Tyre chain
. 275/35R19 19 x 9 The vehicle must be driven for 8 km
links should not be thicker than
after the tyre is sealed and inflated
If these vehicles need to be driven 13 mm and the clasp should be to the recommended pressure, to
in the snow, consider changing to well away from the bodywork. ensure the sealant is distributed
the following wheel and tyre Thicker chains may damage the evenly.
configuration: vehicle body.
Take the vehicle to a Holden Dealer
. 225/60R16 16 x 7 to have the tyre repaired or replaced
(suitable for V6 vehicles only) Check the tyre placard for correct as soon as possible.
tyre pressures. See Tyre Pressure
Note: Redline vehicles cannot be on page 10-41.
fitted with smaller wheels to allow
for tyre chain fitment. Whenever tyre chains are fitted,
switch off the ESC. See Electronic
Tyre chains should be fitted only on Stability Control (ESC) on
the rear wheels. page 9-18.
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10. Switch the on/off switch (1) to Replacing the tyre sealant canister 4. Rotate the tyre sealant
the O position. canister (3) anticlockwise so the
sealant-air delivery hose (5) is
{ Warning aligned with the slot in the
compressor.
Be careful when handling the tyre 5. Lift the tyre sealant canister (3)
sealant and air compressor kit as from the compressor and
they may be hot after usage. replace with a new tyre sealant
canister, available from a Holden
11. Disconnect the 12 volt power Dealer.
connection (6) and the air-only 6. Dispose of the tyre sealant
delivery hose (4). canister at a Holden Dealer or in
12. Replace the tyre valve cap. accordance with local or State
codes and practices.
13. Place the tyre sealant and air After a temporary puncture repair,
compressor kit back in the replace the tyre sealant canister. To install a new tyre sealant
boot/cargo area. canister:
To remove the canister:
1. Align the sealant-air delivery
{ Warning 1. Unlock the air-only delivery
hose (4) from the tyre sealant
hose (5) with the slot in the
compressor.
Always stow the tyre sealant and canister by pulling up on the
air compressor kit in its original lever (7). 2. Push the tyre sealant
canister (3) down and rotate it
position. Unsecured loads 2. Pull the air-only delivery hose (4) clockwise.
increase the risk of injury during from the tyre sealant canister.
heavy braking, sudden avoidance 3. Wrap the sealant-air delivery
3. Unwrap the sealant-air delivery hose (5) around the compressor
manoeuvres or a collision. hose (5) from the air channel.
compressor.
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{ Caution
Sportwagon shown Ensure that the wheel wrench is
fully unfolded.
See “Spare wheel cover removal
(Sportwagon)” later in this
section.
10. Undo the retainer nut by hand
and remove the spare wheel.
19. Rotate the wheel wrench 27. Replace the tools, container
clockwise. and flat tyre in the boot/
20. Repeat Steps 18 to 19 until the cargo area.
bottom of the flat tyre is about 28. Tighten the upper retaining nut,
5 cm above the ground. lower retaining nut and panel
21. Remove the wheel nuts and firmly by hand.
place in a clean, dry place. 29. Replace the spare wheel cover.
22. Exchange the wheel on the { Warning
vehicle with the spare wheel.
To tighten the wheel nuts, the
23. Replace the wheel nuts and
wrench must be fully unfolded.
lightly tighten with the wheel
wrench.
24. Lower the vehicle by reversing
the jacking procedure.
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6. Chock the wheel diagonally 8. Remove the retainer by rotating 10. Remove the carpet cover.
opposite the flat tyre with a anticlockwise.
suitable solid object. 9. Slide the wheel and tyre tray
7. Open the boot. pack, containing the jack and
tools, towards the rear of the
vehicle.
{ Caution
Ensure the wrench is fully
unfolded.
12. Undo the jack package nut. 16. Position the jack beneath the
13. Remove the jack package jack location closest to the
cover. wheel being changed.
15. Loosen the wheel nuts in an 17. Wind the jack up by hand until
anticlockwise direction, one it engages with the jacking
half to a full turn, but do not point.
remove the wheel nuts. Ensure that the jack is not tilted
and the base is resting
squarely on the ground.
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12. Remove the jack package from 18. Pull up on the cover strap/
inside the wheel by rotating the handle.
nut anticlockwise. 19. Lift the cover by attaching the
T-piece/hook to the tailgate
opening. See “Spare wheel
cover removal (Sportwagon)”
previously in this section.
20. Remove the compressor from
beneath the carpet cover.
21. Loosen the wheel nuts in an
anticlockwise direction, one
17. Remove the jack package half to a full turn, but do not
adaptor stud from the centre of remove the wheel nuts.
the wheel, by pulling upwards.
34. Push the air delivery hose (4) 39. Inflate the tyre to the
onto the tyre valve and push { Warning recommended inflation
the lever (7) down to secure. pressure 350 kPa (51 psi).
Do not over inflate the tyre due to Refer to Tyre Pressure on
35. Plug the 12 volt power risk of injury or damage to
connection (6) into the vehicles page 10-41.
the tyre.
power socket. See Power Note: The pressure gauge (2)
Outlets on page 5-9. Inflate the tyre to 350 kPa reads slightly high while the
(51 psi). Refer to Tyre Pressure compressor is on.
Do not jam the 12 volt power on page 10-41 or the warning
connection cable in the door, 40. Switch the compressor off to
label on the spare wheel, for
tailgate or window. get an accurate reading.
recommended tyre inflation
36. Start the engine and let it idle pressure. The compressor may be
to ensure the battery does not switched on and off until the
run down. Stand clear of the tyre while correct pressure is reached.
inflating.
Note: Inflation may take up to
{ Warning The tyre may inflate partially 10 minutes.
off-centre. This does not affect
Do not run the engine in an performance. The tyre will 41. Switch the on/off switch (1) to
enclosed area or with passengers centralise after driving a short the O position.
in the vehicle. See Fuel on distance.
page 9-39 for exhaust gas { Warning
warnings.
38. Check the pressure gauge (2). Be careful when handling the air
If there is no pressure reading compressor kit as it may be hot
37. Switch the on/off switch (1) to after usage.
while the compressor is
the I position.
running, check for leaks at the
connection between the hose
and the tyre valve.
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53. Feed the tip of the spare wheel 55. Place the flat tyre into the
retainer bolt through the centre cargo area, face up and close
of the jack package and into to the driver side rear corner,
the nut on the spare wheel against the spare wheel
bracket (8). bracket (8).
Fit the package to the spare
Ensure that the groove in the wheel bracket (8) with the tools
jack package adaptor stud facing the bracket (8).
aligns with the notch in the jack
54. Tighten the spare wheel
container.
retainer bolt by rotating
51. Replace the jack package clockwise.
cover.
Note: The jack package is able to
52. Tighten the jack package nut rotate around the spare wheel
firmly by hand. retainer. This is normal.
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{ Warning { Warning
Ensure the wheel is secured to As soon as possible after
the spare wheel bracket (8) using changing a wheel, have the wheel
the strap. Unsecured loads nuts tightened with a torque
increase risk of injury during wrench to 170 ± 20 Y (Newton
heavy braking, sudden avoidance metres) and the spare wheel
manoeuvres or a collision. retainer tightened with a torque
wrench to 12.5 ± 0.5 Y. Wheel
58. Attach the other clip over the nuts must be tightened evenly to
wheel and onto the same small the correct torque in the
56. Using the strap supplied in the bar (9) with the other clip. sequence shown (refer to
jack package, attach the clip Step 46), as wheel nuts which
Note: Adjust the length of the strap have not been tightened properly
that is furthest from the strap's
using the buckle. The strap should could eventually allow the wheel
buckle to the small bar (9) on
be shortened as much as possible.
the spare wheel bracket (8). to come off while the vehicle is
It may be easier to adjust the length
57. Wrap the strap under the wheel moving.
of the strap with the clip removed
and up between the wheel's from the spare wheel bracket (8).
spokes or through the wheel's Be sure to reattach the clip. Placing the repaired tyre onto the
centre hole. vehicle:
59. If a wheel cover or nut caps
were removed from the wheel, 1. Remove the spare tyre from the
place them in a secure place in vehicle using the jack and tools.
the vehicle with the spare 2. Refit the repaired tyre to vehicle.
wheel cover where they will not
be damaged or cause damage. 3. Place the spare tyre on a clean,
flat area on the ground, face up.
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5. Turn off all lamps and 12. Turn off the headlamps, rear Towing the Vehicle
accessories in both vehicles, demister, air conditioning and
except the hazard warning audio system of the vehicle
flashers or any lights needed for with the flat battery. { Warning
the work area. 13. Allow both vehicles to run for at Flat tray towing is the only
6. Attach one end of the RED least 4 minutes while recommended towing procedure.
jumper lead to the jump start connected, to stabilise battery
positive post (1). voltage. A slot location is provided to
move a bogged or disabled
7. Attach the other end of the RED 14. Leave the engines running vehicle a short distance or to pull
jumper lead to the positive while removing the BLACK the vehicle onto a flat tray tow
terminal (3) of the charged negative jumper lead first,
truck.
battery. followed by the RED positive
jumper lead. Use only wheel lashings to
8. Attach one end of the BLACK
jumper lead to the negative Note: secure the vehicle to the flat tray
terminal (4) of the charged tow truck.
. Refit the red protective cap to
battery. the positive jump start post Do not attach towing equipment
9. Attach the other end of the following removal of the jump to the bumpers or brackets,
BLACK jumper lead to the jump leads. suspension or cross members.
start negative post (2). . While removing each clamp, do To prevent damage, use only
10. Start the engine in the vehicle not touch any other metal while proper towing equipment.
with the charged battery and the other end remains attached.
allow to idle for at least
4 minutes.
11. Start the engine of the vehicle
with the flat battery.
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for painted and glass surfaces: Exterior lamps Windows and windscreen wiper
remnants of wax on the windows Headlamp and other lamp covers blades
will impair vision. are made of plastic. Do not use any Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
Do not use hard objects to remove abrasive, solvent based cleaners or leather together with window
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray caustic agents and do not cleaner and insect remover.
on painted surfaces. dry-clean them. . Never use abrasive cleaners to
Note: For certain body colours, Air intakes clean glass.
some variation in gloss and colour . Refer to a Holden Dealer for
may exist in the engine bay or boot Clear debris from the air intakes,
between the bonnet and windscreen windscreen washer additive.
(Sedan) and on the underside of the
vehicle. and below the front bumper, when . Old wiper blades can cause
washing the vehicle. windscreen scratching.
{ Warning Polishing and waxing Regularly inspect and
replace them.
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
Take care when moving the latest when water no longer beads).
vehicle after washing, in case
Polishing is necessary only if the
{ Caution
water has affected the brakes.
Applying the brakes lightly will paint has become dull or if solid Do not operate the wiper blades
indicate whether they have been deposits have become attached by hand as this damages the
affected. To dry them quickly, to it. wiper drive mechanism.
lightly apply the brakes while Paintwork polish with silicone forms
maintaining a slow forward speed a protective film, making waxing When cleaning the rear window,
with a clear area ahead, until unnecessary. make sure the heating element
brake performance returns to Plastic body parts must not be inside is not damaged.
normal. treated with wax or polishing Clean smearing wiper blades with a
agents. soft cloth and window cleaner.
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Wheels and tyres Door drain holes Have more extensive damage or
Do not use high-pressure jet rust areas repaired by your Holden
cleaners. Dealer.
. Remove oil and grease with
soap and water or detergent.
{ Caution
. Do not use petrol to clean tyres. Do not spill coolant on the
.
vehicle's exterior surfaces as it
Use a good quality tyre and
can damage the paintwork. If you
bumper shine if required.
do, wash it off immediately.
. A good quality wheel cleaner
can be used for cleaning alloy
wheels. Underbody
. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Substances can cause rust under
. Clear drain holes at the bottom the vehicle.
of the door panels from dirt and . Hose the underbody with clean
other foreign materials which water whenever the vehicle is
could trap water inside the washed.
panels.
. Where the vehicle is exposed
. Clean clogged drain holes with a to heavy concentrations of
plastic pin or peg. corrosive materials, inspect and
. Avoid scratching the paint work. wash the complete underbody at
least once each year, preferably
Paintwork damage after winter exposure.
Rectify minor paintwork damage
with a touch-up pen before rust
forms.
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{ Warning
Use only a manufacturer
recommended battery with a
ventilation system. Use of other
batteries may affect the electric
power management system and
allow explosive gases into the
vehicle cabin. Refer to a Holden
Dealer or authorised repairer.
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2 NOTES
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Identification Plate
Compliance label
V8 engine
V6 engine The engine number is located at the
The engine number is located at the rear of the engine on the
rear of the engine on the passenger side.
passenger side. The engine number can be viewed
The engine number can be viewed from the top, using a mirror, after
from the top, using a mirror if the engine cover has been
necessary. removed. See Engine Cover on
page 10-5.
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Vehicle Data
Engine Data
Engine type 3.0L (SIDI) direct 3.6L LPG 3.6L (SIDI) direct 6.0L Generation
injection V6 multi-point injection V6 IV V8
injection V6
Engine 2997 cc 3564 cc 3564 cc 5967 cc
Engine power and Please refer to holden.com.au
torque
Fuel Petrol LPG Petrol Petrol
Octane rating (RON) Unleaded regular 91 — Unleaded regular 91 or higher
or higher
Ethanol compatibility E10, E85 — E10, E85 E10, E85
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{ Warning
The air conditioning system
should be serviced by qualified
personnel only. Improper service
methods may cause personal
injury.
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Vehicle Weight
Overloading is a safety hazard and could also shorten the life of the vehicle.
Maximum vehicle carrying capacity
Note: If the vehicle is fitted with Additional Weights D. Available luggage capacity
Genuine Holden Accessory 20 inch (550 – 140 – 25 = 385 kg*)
wheels and Holden recommended Example loading guide
tyres, the maximum rear axle load is *Subject to axle loads not being
1,300 kg. exceeded.
Some vehicles may not be suitable Example 2:
for Genuine Holden Accessory A. Vehicle carrying capacity
wheel fitment. Contact your Holden (example 550 kg)
Dealer.
B. Subtract occupant weight
(example 5 x 70 kg = 350 kg)
C. Subtract mass of fitted
accessories (see table below)
(example 50 kg)
D. Available luggage capacity
(550 – 350 – 50 = 150 kg*)
Example 1:
*Subject to axle loads not being
A. Vehicle carrying capacity exceeded.
(example 550 kg)
Accessory mass examples
B. Subtract occupant weight
(example 2 x 70 kg = 140 kg) Towbar 25.0 kg
Vehicle Dimensions
Dimensions (mm)
Length Width Width Height Wheel Front Rear Front Rear
excl. incl. base overhang overhang track track
mirrors mirrors
Sedan
Evoke 4947 1898 2099 1471 2915 869 1163 1602 1619
SV6, SS, SS V 4966 1898 2099 1471 2915 890 1160 1590 1607
Calais, Calais 4950 1898 2099 1471 2915 873 1162 1590 1607
V-Series
Sportwagon
Evoke 4919 1898 2099 1474 2915 869 1136 1602 1619
SV6, SS, SS V 4939 1898 2099 1474 2915 890 1134 1590 1607
Calais, Calais 4924 1898 2099 1474 2915 873 1136 1590 1607
V-Series
Note: The usable LPG fuel tank capacity is nominally 84.4 L at 15°C vehicle/LPG tank temperature when filled with
100% propane.
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Tyre Pressure
Sedan
Evoke Sedan
p Tyre size Recommended pressure
Wheel size and
profile
j Normal load k Eco normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
225/60 R16 SL 98V 250 36 250 36 270 39 270 39 270 39 300 44 300 44
16 X 7.0 J
T155/70 R18 — — — — — — — — — — — — 420 60
18 X 4.0 T
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SV6 Sedan
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
245/45 R18 XL 100V 18 x 8.0 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
SS Sedan
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
245/45 R18 XL 100V 18 x 8.0 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
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SS V Series Sedan
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
245/40 R19 XL 98W 19 x 8.5 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
Calais Sedan
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
235/50 R18 XL 101W 18 x 8.0 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
Sportwagon
Evoke Sportwagon
p Tyre size Recommended pressure
Wheel size and
profile
j Normal load k Eco normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
225/60 R16 SL 98V 250 36 250 36 270 39 270 39 270 39 300 44 300 44
16 X 7.0 J
T155/70 R18 — — — — — — — — — — — — 420 60
18 X 4.0 J
T205/45 R17 98P* — — — — — — — — — — — — 350 51
17 X 7.0 J
* LPG only
* LPG only
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SV6 Sportwagon
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
245/45 R18 XL 100V 18 x 8.0 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
T205/45 R17 98P* 17 X 7.0 J — — — — — — — — 350 51
* LPG only
SS Sportwagon
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
245/45 R18 XL 100V 18 x 8.0 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
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SS V Series Sportwagon
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
245/40 R19 XL 98W 19 x 8.5 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
Calais Sportwagon
p Tyre size Wheel size and Recommended pressure
profile
j Normal load i Maximum load o Spare
Front Rear Front Rear —
kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
235/50 R18 XL 101W 18 x 8.0 J 250 36 250 36 270 39 300 44 300 44
T155/70 R18 18 x 4.0 T — — — — — — — — 420 60
Your letter should clearly outline Most of this information will be Applicable details for New Zealand
your concern or query and include: found on the Vehicle Identification are set out in the Holden Warranty
. Your name and address Certificate, located inside the front and Owner Assistance Information
cover of the Service/Warranty booklet enclosed in the New
. Telephone numbers, both private Booklet in your vehicle's glove box. Zealand glove box wallet.
and business
Before you write however, New Zealand Assistance can be
. Servicing dealer's name and remember that the telephone is the reached on:
address quicker and more efficient means of 0800 HOLDEN (0800 465 336)
. Vehicle model communication.
This number provides access to
. Vehicle identification number New Zealand New Zealand Roadside Assistance
(I.S.O.V.I.N.), refer to the inside The information in this Owner's as well as New Zealand Customer
front cover of the Service/ Handbook applies primarily to Care.
Warranty Booklet in your Australian Holden vehicles and
vehicle's glove box If you prefer to write the address is:
there may be some differences to
. Date of purchase the Warranty and Owner Assistance The Manager
provisions for New Zealand. Holden Customer Care Centre
. Current odometer reading PO Box 11195
Ellerslie
Auckland 1542
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INDEX i-1
A Airbags Automatic
Curtain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Acceleration Light
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14 Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Liquefied Petroleum
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Gas (LPG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15 Automatic Transmission
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13 Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Add-On Electrical
Alarm Transmission Display . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17 Auxiliary
Additional Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-8
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-38
Adjustable Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Antilock Brake
Adjustments
Seat, Initial Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14 B
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16
Advanced Parking Assist . . . . . . 9-36
Appearance Care Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-71
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Air Conditioning Regular
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-77 Voltage and Charging
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Armrest Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-26
Air Filter, Passenger
Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-69
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Audio Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-39 Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Airbag System
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27 Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17
CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-27 Brake
What Will You See after an
CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-29 Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-15
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17
MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-30 System Warning Light . . . . . . . .5-17
Audio System
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . 7-3
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INDEX i-3
D Driving Engine
Competitive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20 Check and Service Engine
Danger, Warnings, and
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
DVD/CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29 Compartment Overview . . . . . . .10-4
Database Coverage
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-7
Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61
Daytime Running E Coolant Temperature
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . 9-15 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . 5-17 Cooling System Messages . . .5-28
Destination, Navigation . . . . . . . . 7-47
Electrical Equipment, Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-5
Devices
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53 Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-28
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-38
Electrical System Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-9
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-32
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-29
Dimensions
Electronic Stability Control . . . . . 9-18 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-9
Electronic Stability Control Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Displays
(ESC)/Traction Control Engine Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-4
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . 9-9
System (TCS) Indicator Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Door
Electronic Stability Control Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-27 Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Ajar Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12 Emission Control System . . . . . . 10-1 F
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 Emission Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 Fixed Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Driver Information Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 6-4
Centre (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21 Flat Tyre
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-51
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78
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i-6 INDEX
INDEX i-7
i-8 INDEX
S Service Storage
Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-30 Storage Areas
Sealant Kit, Tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45
Vehicle Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17 Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Seat Belts
Service and Maintenance Centre Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-22
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
How to Wear Seat Belts
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-67 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Information on Loading the
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
Side Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . .3-12
Side Blind Zone Alert . . . . . . . . . . 9-29 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14
Three-Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Signals, Turn and Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . .3-12
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Sun Visor Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Seats
Specifications and Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-10 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Symbols, Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Start Assist, Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16 System
Position, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Forward Collision
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-3
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-23
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Starting the Vehicle Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14
Security
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Steering
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-30
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . 7-7
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i-10 INDEX