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2017 BOLT EV

CMY

BOLT EV Owner’s Manual

23375969 A

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 32
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 103
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 155
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 191
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 310
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . 321
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 323
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 336
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350

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Introduction

The names, logos, emblems,
slogans, vehicle model names, and
vehicle body designs appearing in
this manual including, but not limited
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem, and
BOLT are trademarks and/or service
marks of General Motors LLC, its
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

This manual describes features that
may or may not be on the vehicle
because of optional equipment that
was not purchased on the vehicle,
model variants, country
specifications, features/applications
that may not be available in your
region, or changes subsequent to
the printing of this owner’s manual.
Refer to the purchase
documentation relating to your
specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for
quick reference.

A French language manual can be
obtained from your dealer, at
www.helminc.com, or from:

Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
ce guide en français auprès du
concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
suivante:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA

Using this Manual

For vehicles first sold in Canada,
substitute the name “General
Motors of Canada Company” for
Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it
appears in this manual.

Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 23375969 A First Printing

Canadian Vehicle Owners

To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the
back of the manual. It is an
alphabetical list of what is in the
manual and the page number where
it can be found.

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Introduction

Danger, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or
reduce them.

{ Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result
in serious injury or death.

{ Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that
could result in injury or death.

Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the Index.
A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means “Do
Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let
this happen.”

Symbols
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of
text. Symbols are shown along with
the text describing the operation or
information relating to a specific
component, control, message,
gauge, or indicator.

M : Shown when the owner’s
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.

manual has additional instructions
or information.

* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions
or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page —
“see page.”

9 : Airbag Readiness Light
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
5/g : Audio Steering
Wheel
®

Controls or OnStar (if equipped)

$ : Brake System Warning Light
" : Charging System (12-Volt
Battery)

I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture
^ : Do Not Service
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
# : Fog Lamps
g : First Responder
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer

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_ : High Voltage
[ : Home
j : LATCH System Child Restraints
[ : Energy Usage and Charge
Mode Selection

~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
/ : Remote Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
Z : Service Vehicle Soon
g : StabiliTrak® Off
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
i : Traction Control Off
a : Under Pressure
] : Vehicle Ready
M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 13
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 16
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . .
Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . .
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . .
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . .
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . .
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery and Efficiency
17
18
18
18
18
19
20
20
20
20
21
21
21
21
21
22

High Voltage Safety
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . 28
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 29
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents 0 188.

8. Storage Compartments 0 100.

2. Turn and Lane-Change Signals
0 151.

9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive
Unit 0 206.

3. Instrument Cluster 0 111.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 133.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 106.
5. Charging Status Feedback
0 236.
Automatic Headlamp System
0 150.
Indicator Light and Solar
Sensor (ILSS). See “Sensors”
under Automatic Climate
Control System 0 184.
6. Infotainment System. See
AM-FM Radio 0 160.
Heated Front Seats 0 58 (If
Equipped).
7. Automatic Climate Control
System 0 184.

10. Electric Parking Brake 0 210.
11. Power Outlets 0 109.
12. Hazard Warning Flashers
0 151.
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 213.
Driver Selected Operating
Modes 0 205.
13. Power Button 0 201.

18. Regen on Demand® (Out of
View). See Regenerative
Braking 0 212.
19. Cruise Control 0 215.
Heated Steering Wheel 0 105
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 222 (If Equipped).
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 229
(If Equipped).
20. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
0 268.

14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 104
(If Equipped).

21. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Service
Vehicle Soon Light 0 118.

15. Horn 0 105.

22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 148.

16. Steering Wheel Adjustment
0 104.

23. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0 152.

17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 104
(If Equipped).

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In Brief
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 33.

Initial Drive
Information

Remote Start

This section provides a brief
overview about some of the
important features that may or may
not be on your specific vehicle.

Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet. Normal operation of the
system will return after the vehicle
has been turned on.

For more detailed information, refer
to each of the features which can be
found later in this owner’s manual.

Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter may work up to 60 m
(197 ft) away from the vehicle.

Press the key release button to
extend the key. The key can be
used for all locks.

K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
7 : Press and hold 7 for at least
three seconds to sound the panic
alarm.

/ : Press and release Q and then
immediately press and hold / for at
least four seconds to start the
vehicle's heating or air conditioning
systems and rear window defogger
from outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter.

Remote Starting the Vehicle
Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet. Normal operation of the
system will return after the vehicle
has been turned on.
1. Press and release
RKE transmitter.

Q on the

2. Immediately press and hold /
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.

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3. After entering the vehicle
during a remote start, press
POWER O with the brake
pedal applied to operate as
normal.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on. Remote start run
time can be extended.

Door Locks
To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle:
. Use the key in the driver door to
lock and unlock the door.
.

Canceling Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of
the following:
.

Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.

Press POWER O with the brake
pedal applied, then press
POWER O again to turn the
vehicle off.

See Remote Start 0 39.

Power Door Locks

Press Q or K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
to lock and unlock the doors.

To lock or unlock the doors from
inside the vehicle:

Q or K.

Press

Use the lock knob on the top of
the door panel.

K : Press to unlock the doors.
Q : Press to lock the doors.

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Keyless Access

Liftgate
To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the outside, press Q or K on the
RKE transmitter.

Keyless Access system allows the
doors and liftgate to be locked and
unlocked without pressing the RKE
transmitter button. The RKE
transmitter must be within 1m (3 ft)
of the door being opened. If the
vehicle has this feature, there will be
a button on both outside front and
rear door handles
The Keyless Access can be
programmed to unlock all doors on
the first unlock/lock button press
from the driver door.
See Door Locks 0 41.

To open the liftgate, press the touch
pad on the underside of the hatch
and lift up.
When closing the liftgate, use the
pull cup.
To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the inside, press Q or K.

See Liftgate 0 46.

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Windows

See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0 203 and Power Windows
0 52.

See Seat Adjustment 0 56.

Seat Height Adjuster

Seat Adjustment
Seat Position

The window switches on the driver
door control all windows. Each
passenger door has a switch that
controls only that window.
Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the front of the switch
to raise it.
Windows with an express-down
feature allow the window to be
lowered without holding the switch.
The driver, passenger, and rear
windows may also have an
express-up feature.

Move the lever on the outboard side
of the seat up or down to manually
adjust the seat height.
To adjust a manual seat:
1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired
position and release the
handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
place.

See “Seat Height Adjuster” under
Seat Adjustment 0 56.

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Reclining Seatbacks

2. Push and pull on the seatback
to make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 57.

Heated Seats
Front Heated Seats

Touch the screen once for the
highest setting. With each touch of
the screen, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
and then off. The lights indicate
three for the highest setting and one
for the lowest.
The passenger seat may take
longer to heat up.
See Heated Front Seats 0 58.
Auto Heated Seats
When the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the
heated seats at the level required by
the vehicle’s interior temperature.
The auto heated seats feature can
be programmed to always be
enabled when the vehicle is on. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

To recline the seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, and then
release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback
to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to the upright
position:
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the
seatback, and the seatback will
return to the upright position.

If equipped, the heated seat
controls are on the infotainment
display. To operate, the vehicle must
be on.
Touch M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion. Indicator
lights on the infotainment display
show the current setting.

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Rear Heated Seats

To achieve a comfortable seating
position, change the seatback
recline angle as little as necessary
while keeping the seat and the head
restraint height in the proper
position.

How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly 0 63.

Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 64.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 87.

See Head Restraints 0 55 and Seat
Adjustment 0 56.

Passenger Sensing
System

Safety Belts

If equipped, the rear heated seat
buttons are on the rear doors.

United States

Press L or M to heat the left
outboard or right outboard seat
cushion.
See Heated Rear Seats 0 62.

Head Restraint
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints
for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.

Refer to the following sections for
important information on how to use
safety belts properly:
. Safety Belts 0 62.

Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system
turns off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the

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passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System 0 74 for
important information.

2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror in the
desired position.

The passenger airbag status
indicator will be visible on the
overhead console when the vehicle
is started. See Passenger Airbag
Status Indicator 0 117.

3. Press } or | again to
deselect the mirror.

Mirror Adjustment

See Power Mirrors 0 49.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.

Steering Wheel
Adjustment

Interior Lighting

To adjust the steering wheel:

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

Dome Lamps

Power Mirrors

1. Press } or | to choose the
driver or passenger mirror.

1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.

* OFF : Press to turn the lamps
off, even when a door is open.

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1 : When the button is returned to

Exterior Lighting

the middle position, the lamps turn
on automatically when a door is
opened.

Exterior Lamp Controls

+ ON : Press to turn on the dome
lamps.
Front and Rear Reading
Lamps

The rear reading lamps are in the
headliner.

* OFF : Press to turn the lamp off.
+ ON : Press to turn the lamp on.
For more information on interior
lighting, see Instrument Panel
Illumination Control 0 152.

The exterior lamp control is on the
instrument panel to the left of the
steering column.

O : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off.
The front reading lamps are in the
overhead console.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the
reading lamps on or off.

AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically, depending on
outside lighting.

; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.

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5 : Turns on the headlamps

HI : Use for fast wipes.

together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.

LO : Use for slow wipes.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer

See:
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 148.
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
0 150.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

INT : If equipped with intermittent
wipes, move the windshield wiper
lever to INT. Turn the band up for
more frequent wipes or down for
less frequent wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
The windshield wiper/washer lever
is on the side of the steering
column. With the vehicle on or in
Service Mode, move the windshield
wiper lever to select the wiper
speed.

The controls are on the end of the
windshield wiper lever. Move the
control to:
ON : To turn on.
OFF : To turn off.
INT : To turn on intermittent rear
wipes.

1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
the lever down. For multiple wipes,
hold the lever down.

1 : Push the windshield wiper

f : Pull the windshield wiper

See Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 106.

lever toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers.

lever to spray washer fluid on the
rear window.

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Climate Controls

Climate Touch Screen Controls

The climate control buttons on the
center stack and the touch screen
are used to adjust the heating,
cooling, and ventilation.

Vehicle Features
Radio(s)
Volume Knob : Turn to increase or
decrease the volume.

Climate Control Buttons

O : Press and hold to turn the
power on/off. Press to mute/unmute
the audio when the system is on.
{ : Press to go to the Home Page.
Press and hold to launch Apple
CarPlay™ or Android Auto™,
if equipped.
1. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
2. Climate On-Off
3. Recirculation

1. Defrost/Defog
2. Air Delivery Mode Controls
3. Max Defrost
4. Manual Fan Control Buttons
5. Temperature Control Knob
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
7. Rear Window Defogger

4. Heat & A/C (Air Conditioning)
Power
5. Fan Speed and Temperature
Status
See Automatic Climate Control
System 0 184.

g or d : For radio and SirusXM,
press to seek the previous or next
strongest station or channel. For
USB content, press to go to the
previous or next content or press
and hold to fast rewind or fast
forward music.
See Overview 0 156.

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Satellite Radio

Portable Audio Devices

If equipped, a SiriusXM® satellite
radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM
satellite radio subscription can
receive SiriusXM programming.

This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in)
auxiliary input and two USB ports in
the center console for data and
charging. If equipped, there are two
USB charge ports in the rear of the
center console. External devices
such as iPods®, MP3 players, and
USB storage devices may be
connected.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
based in the 48 contiguous United
States and 10 Canadian provinces.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
A fee is required to receive the
SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
. www.siriusxm.com or call
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
. www.siriusxm.ca or call
1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio 0 162.

Steering Wheel Controls

See Auxiliary Devices 0 170 and
USB Port 0 164.

Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth® system allows users
with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone to make and receive
hands-free calls using the vehicle
audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone must be paired with the
in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it
can be used in the vehicle. Not all
phones will support all functions.
See Bluetooth 0 173.

If equipped, some audio controls
can be adjusted at the steering
wheel.

g : If equipped
with OnStar® or a
®

Bluetooth system, press to interact
with those systems.
See OnStar Overview 0 340 or
Bluetooth 0 173.

c : Press to decline an incoming
call or end a current call. Press to
mute or unmute the infotainment
system when not on a call.
w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.

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o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
cluster.

Cruise Control

@ : Press to select a highlighted
menu option.

yFAV or FAVz : Press to display
a list of favorites and select the next
or previous favorite when listening
to the radio.

There is a paddle on the left rear
side of the steering wheel for
regenerative braking. See
Regenerative Braking 0 212.

J : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. A white indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on.

* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
The volume switches are on the
right rear side of the steering wheel.
Press to increase or decrease the
volume.

+RES : If there is a set speed in
memory, press to resume that
speed or press and hold to
accelerate. If cruise control is
already active, use to increase
vehicle speed.

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−SET : Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control.
If cruise control is already active,
use to decrease vehicle speed.

o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
cluster. Press o to go back to the
previous menu.

See Cruise Control 0 215.

V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to
reset values on certain screens.

Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument
cluster. It shows the status of many
vehicle systems.

See Instrument Cluster 0 111 and
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 133.

Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System

w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or
reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, V, when a vehicle
is detected ahead. This indicator
displays amber if you follow a
vehicle much too closely. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
beeps.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 222.

Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB)
If the vehicle has Forward Collision
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which
includes Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA). When the system
detects a vehicle ahead in your path
that is traveling in the same
direction that you may be about to
crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the
vehicle. This can help avoid or
lessen the severity of crashes when
driving in a forward gear.
See Forward Automatic Braking
(FAB) 0 224.

Front Pedestrian Braking
(FPB) System
If equipped, the FPB system may
help avoid or reduce the harm
caused by front-end crashes with
nearby pedestrians when driving in
a forward gear. FPB displays an
amber indicator, ~, when a nearby
pedestrian is detected directly
ahead. When approaching a
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FPB provides a red flashing alert on
the windshield and rapidly beeps.
FPB can provide a boost to braking
or automatically brake the vehicle.
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System 0 225.

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
If equipped, LKA may help avoid
crashes due to unintentional lane
departures. It may assist by gently
turning the steering wheel if the
vehicle approaches a detected lane
marking without using a turn signal
in that direction. It may also provide
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert as the lane marking is crossed.
The system will not assist or alert if
it detects that you are actively
steering. Override LKA by turning
the steering wheel. LKA uses a
camera to detect lane markings
between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
150 km/h (93 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 229 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
0 229.

Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside mirror and will flash if the
turn signal is on. The Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 227 and Lane Change Alert (LCA)
0 227.

Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC shows a view of
the area behind the vehicle on the
infotainment display when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
aid with parking and low-speed
backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 219.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses
a triangle with an arrow on the
infotainment display to warn of
traffic behind your vehicle that may
cross your vehicle's path while in
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
sound.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 219.

Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and
avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
show a warning triangle on the
infotainment display and/or a
graphic on the instrument cluster to
provide the object distance. In
addition, multiple beeps may occur
if very close to an object.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 219.

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Power Outlets
The accessory power outlet can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a mobile phone or MP3
player. The accessory power outlet
only works with the vehicle
turned on.
The vehicle has an accessory
power outlet on the lower center
stack below the climate control.
Open the cover to access and
replace when not in use.
See Power Outlets 0 109.

Battery and Efficiency
High Voltage Safety
Information

{ Warning
Exposure to high voltage can
cause shock, burns, and even
death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians
with special training.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not
remove, open, take apart,
or modify these components.
High voltage cable or wiring has
orange covering or labels. Do not
probe, tamper with, cut, or modify
high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage
battery and a standard 12-volt
battery.

{ Warning
Damage to the high voltage
battery or high voltage system
can create a risk of electric shock,
overheating, or fire.
If the vehicle is damaged from a
moderate to severe crash, flood,
fire, or other event, the vehicle
should be inspected as soon as
possible. Until the vehicle has
been inspected, store it outside at
least 15 m (50 ft) from any
structure or anything that can
burn. Ventilate the vehicle by
opening a window or a door.
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Warning (Continued)
Contact Customer Assistance as
soon as possible to determine
whether an inspection is needed.
See Customer Assistance Offices
0 325.
See Battery - North America 0 257
for important safety information.
If an airbag has inflated, see What
Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? 0 73.
Only a trained service technician
with the proper knowledge and tools
should inspect, test, or replace the
high voltage battery. See your
dealer if the high voltage battery
needs service.
See Battery - North America 0 257.

Charging
This section explains the process
for charging the high voltage battery.
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
temperature extremes for long
periods without being driven or
plugged in. It is recommended that

the vehicle be plugged in when
temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F)
and above 32 °C (90 °F) to
maximize high voltage battery life.
When using a 120-volt AC electrical
outlet, it will take approximately
50 hours to charge the vehicle with
the 12 amp AC current setting,
allowing approximately 6 km (4 mi)
for every hour of charging.
When using a 240-volt charging
station, it will take approximately
9.5 hours to charge the vehicle with
the 32 amp setting, allowing
approximately 40 km (25 mi) for
every hour of charging.

While the charge cord is plugged
into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot
be driven.

Charging Override
A CHARGING OVERRIDE/
INTERRUPTION OCCURRED
message may display to indicate
that a charging override or
interruption has occurred.
See Plug-In Charging 0 231 and
Programmable Charging 0 124.

AC Charging

Charge times will vary based on
battery condition and outside
temperature. See Programmable
Charging 0 124 for charge mode
selection.
The charging system may run fans
and pumps that result in sounds
from the vehicle while it is turned
off. Additional unexpected clicking
sounds may be caused by the
electrical devices used while
charging.

AC Charge Cord Vehicle Plug
Start Charge
A portable charge cord used to
charge the vehicle high voltage
battery is stored in the rear
cargo area.

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1. Make sure the vehicle is
parked.

3. Open the liftgate, lift the load
floor cover, and remove the
charge cord.
2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door and release to
open the door.
In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge
port door. Remove ice from the
area before attempting to open
or close the charge port door.

4. Plug the charge cord into the
electrical outlet. See Electrical
Requirements for Battery
Charging 0 246. Verify the
charge cord status. See
Charge Cord 0 239. Select the
appropriate charge level. See
“Charge Limit Selection” under
Programmable Charging 0 124.

5. Plug in the AC vehicle plug of
the charge cord into the charge
port on the vehicle. Make sure
the AC vehicle plug is fully
connected to the AC charge
port. If it is not properly seated,
the charge may not occur.
6. Verify that the Charging Status
Indicator illuminates on top of
the instrument panel and an
audible chirp occurs. See
Charging Status Feedback
0 236.

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7. To arm the charge cord theft
alert, lock the vehicle twice with
the RKE transmitter. To disarm
this feature, see “Energy
Settings” under Energy
Information 0 131.
End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert.
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the
charge cord from the vehicle.
Unlock the vehicle plug of the
charge cord from the vehicle by
pressing the button on the top
of the charge cord plug.
3. Close the charge port door by
pressing firmly in the center
until it latches.

DC Charging (If Equipped)
DC Charging Station Hardware

attempt. Remove ice from the
area and repeat attempting to
open the charge port door.

Check the charge station DC
vehicle plug for compatibility with
the DC charge port on this vehicle.
When recharging at a DC fast
charge station, the power cable
connected to the vehicle must be
less than 10 m (33 ft) in length.
Follow the steps listed on the
charging station to perform a DC
vehicle charge.
If for any reason DC charging does
not begin or is interrupted, check
the DC charge station display for
messages. Unplug to restart the DC
charge process.
Start Charge

4. Unplug the charge cord from
the electrical outlet.

1. Make sure the vehicle is
parked.

5. Place the charge cord into the
storage compartment.

2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door and release to
open the door.
In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge
port door. The charge port door
may not open on the first

3. Unlatch the DC charging dust
cover and lower it fully.
4. Plug in the DC vehicle plug into
the DC charge port on the
vehicle. Make sure that the DC
vehicle plug is fully connected
to the DC charge port. If it is
not properly seated then the
charge may not occur. Proper
plug connection can be can be
checked by information on
the DIC.

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5. Follow the steps listed on the
charging station to start
charging. The Electric Parking
Brake will automatically apply
once the charge process has
been started.
6. Once charging, the DC vehicle
plug will be locked to the DC
charge port and cannot be
disconnected while charging is
active.
7. Verify that the Charging Status
Indicator illuminates on top of
the instrument panel and an
audible chirp occurs. See
Charging Status Feedback
0 236.

Caution
Do not attempt to disconnect the
DC vehicle plug while charging is
active. This action may damage
vehicle or charging station
hardware.

Stop Charge
Controls on the charging station can
be used to stop the charge process
at any time.
To stop the charge when inside the
vehicle, you may use the stop
charging button on the Charging
screen. See Programmable
Charging 0 124.
There is also an available mobile
app with several charging functions.
See KeyPass 0 44.
Stop Charge — Automatic
When the vehicle no longer needs
to use power from the charging
station, it will stop charging and the
DC vehicle plug will be unlocked
from the DC charge port.
Energy can still be consumed from
the charging station when the
vehicle’s displays and indicators
show that the battery is fully
charged. This is to ensure the
battery is in optimal temperature
operating range to maximize vehicle
range. See Programmable Charging
0 124.

End Charge
1. Wait until the charging process
has been fully stopped, the
vehicle plug is unlocked, and
the Charging Status Indicator is
solid green or off.
2. Unplug the DC vehicle plug
from the DC charge port on the
vehicle and close the dust
cover.
3. Close the charge port door by
pressing firmly in the center
until it latches.
4. The Electric Parking Brake
should be manually
disengaged before driving the
vehicle.
5. To start another DC charge,
remove the DC vehicle plug
and reconnect.

Charge Cord
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.

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Important Information about
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
. Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’s electrical
system more than a typical
household appliance.
. Before plugging into any
electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or may be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.
. When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.

Mount the charge cord to reduce
strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.

Do not place the charge cord in
a position where it is expected to
be submerged in water.

{ Danger
Improper use of portable electric
vehicle charge cords may cause
a fire, electrical shock, or burns,
and may result in damage to
property, serious injury, or death.
. Do not use extension cords,
multi-outlet power strips,
splitters, grounding
adaptors, surge protectors,
or similar devices.
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or will not hold
the plug firmly in place.
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.
(Continued)

Danger (Continued)
.

Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit with
other electrical loads.

Charge Cord Status Indicators
See Charge Cord 0 239.

Charge Level Selection
Charge level selection can be made
using the Charge Mode tab on the
Charging screen on the infotainment
display. See “Charge Limit
Selection” under Programmable
Charging 0 124.

{ Warning
Using a charge level that exceeds
the electrical circuit or electrical
outlet capacity may start a fire or
damage the electrical circuit. Use
the lowest charge level until a
qualified electrician inspects the
electrical circuit capacity. Use the
(Continued)

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Warning (Continued)

Regen on Demand®

{ Warning

lowest charge level if the
electrical circuit or electrical outlet
capacity is not known.

Regenerative Braking
Regenerative braking takes some of
the energy from the moving vehicle
and turns it back into electrical
energy. This energy is then stored in
the high voltage battery system,
contributing to increased energy
efficiency.

Service

This feature will slow the vehicle by
recapturing energy using the
steering wheel paddle.
See Regenerative Braking 0 212.

Never try to do your own service
on high voltage components. You
can be injured and the vehicle
can be damaged if you try to do
your own service work. Service
and repair of these high voltage
components should only be
performed by a trained service
technician with the proper
knowledge and tools. See Doing
Your Own Service Work 0 250.

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Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The Traction Control System (TCS)
limits wheel spin. The system turns
on automatically every time the
vehicle is powered up.
The Electronic Stability Control
system called StabiliTrak assists
with directional control of the vehicle
in difficult driving conditions. The
system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is on.
. To turn off TCS, press and
release g, on the center stack.
i illuminates and the
appropriate Driver Information
Center (DIC) message is
displayed. See Ride Control
System Messages 0 140.
. To turn off both TCS and
StabiliTrak, press and hold g,
until i and g come on and stay

on in the instrument cluster and
the appropriate DIC message is
displayed. See Ride Control
System Messages 0 140.
.

Press and release
both systems.

g to turn on

See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 213.

Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. The
warning light will remain on until the
tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and
the tires need to be inflated to the
proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
0 277.

Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency
The low tire pressure warning light
alerts to a significant loss in
pressure of one of the vehicle's
tires. If the warning light comes on,
stop as soon as possible and inflate
the tires to the recommended
pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See

Use the following tips to help
maximize energy efficiency and
range.
In colder temperatures, while these
efficiency tips will help, the electric
vehicle driving range may be lower
due to higher energy usage.

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Vehicle Charging/Maintenance

Avoid unnecessary rapid
accelerations and decelerations.

Operating with the climate control
system off is the most energy
efficient climate setting.

Electric range is maximized at
80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher
speeds use more energy and can
significantly reduce electric range.

Use the heated seat feature instead
of climate settings. Heating the seat
uses less energy than heating the
vehicle interior.

Use cruise control when
appropriate.

Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize the electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet.

Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
when fully charged, to keep the
battery temperature ready for the
next drive. This is important when
outside temperatures are extremely
hot or cold.

Acceleration/Braking/Coasting

Plan ahead for decelerations and
coast whenever possible. For
example, do not rush to traffic
signals.
Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast.
The vehicle recovers energy while
coasting and braking in D (Drive)
or L (Low).

Climate Setting
Using the heat and air conditioning
systems decreases the energy
available for electric driving.
Optimal energy efficiency is
achieved with the heat, air
conditioning, and fan turned off.

In hot weather, avoid parking in
direct sunlight or use sunshades
inside the vehicle.
Turn off the front and rear window
defog/defrost when they are no
longer needed.
Avoid driving with the windows open
at highway speeds.

Charging

Maintenance
Always keep the tires properly
inflated and the vehicle properly
aligned.
The weight of excess cargo in the
vehicle affects efficiency and range.
Avoid carrying more than is needed.
Avoid unnecessary use of electrical
accessories. Power used for
functions other than propelling the
vehicle will reduce EV range.
Using a rooftop carrier will reduce
efficiency due to additional weight
and drag.

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Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-888-811-1926
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program. This
program provides security and
convenience in the event of an
on-road failure or emergency
situation. Service is provided
24 hours a day, 365 days a year for
the duration of the vehicle’s
powertrain warranty.
See Roadside Assistance Program
0 327 or Roadside Assistance
Program 0 329.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and
Windows

Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Interior Mirrors

Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 42
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . .
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . .

46
46
47
47

Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 49
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 49
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Keys and Locks
Keys

{ Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the RKE transmitter
in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows
To remove the key, press the button
near the bottom of the transmitter,
and pull the key out. Never pull the
key out without pressing the button.

Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.

Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later
in this section.

If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer or a qualified technician
for service.

See your dealer if a new key is
needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside Assistance Program
0 327 or Roadside Assistance
Program 0 329.
The key that is part of the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can
be used for all locks.

With an active OnStar subscription,
an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
Overview 0 340.

Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.
If there is a decrease in the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating
range:
. Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.

Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows
for vehicle entry when the
transmitter is within range.
The transmitter functions may work
up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the
vehicle.
Other conditions, such as those
previously stated, can impact the
performance of the transmitter.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash
to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.
Pressing K will disarm the alarm
system. See Vehicle Alarm System
0 46.

Q : Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound on the
second press to indicate locking.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 142.
If the driver door is open when Q is
pressed, all doors lock except the
driver door, if enabled through
vehicle personalization. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.
If the passenger door is open when
Q is pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm
system. See Vehicle Alarm System
0 46.

7 : Press and release one time to
initiate vehicle locator. The exterior
lamps flash and the horn chirps
three times.
Press and hold 7 for at least
three seconds to sound the panic
alarm. The horn sounds and the
turn signals flash for about
30 seconds until 7 is pressed again
or the vehicle is started.

Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system allows
the doors and liftgate to be locked
and unlocked without pressing the
RKE transmitter button. The RKE
transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft)
of the door being opened. If the
vehicle has this feature, there will be
a button on both outside front and
rear door handles.
Keyless Access can be
programmed to unlock all doors on
the first unlock/lock button press
from the driver door. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

Keyless Unlocking/Locking
from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
the driver door handle, pressing the
lock/unlock button on the driver door
handle will unlock the driver door.
If the lock/unlock button is pressed
again within five seconds, all
passenger doors will unlock. Pull
the door handle to unlatch the door.

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Keyless Unlocking/Locking
from Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
of the door handle, pressing the
lock/unlock button on that door
handle will unlock all doors.

Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the
following occur:
. It has been more than
five seconds since the first lock/
unlock button press.
. Two lock/unlock button presses
were used to unlock all doors.
. Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the
following occur:
. The lock/unlock button was used
to unlock all doors.
. Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.

Passive Locking
The Keyless Access system will
lock the vehicle several seconds
after all doors are closed, if the
vehicle is off and at least one RKE
transmitter has been removed from
the interior or none remain in the
interior.
If other electronic devices interfere
with the RKE transmitter signal, the
vehicle may not detect the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle.

If passive locking is enabled, the
doors may lock with the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
not leave the RKE transmitter in an
unattended vehicle.
To customize doors to automatically
lock when exiting the vehicle, see
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

Temporary Disable of the
Passive Locking Feature
Temporarily disable passive locking
by pressing and holding K on the
interior door switch with a door open
for at least four seconds, or until
three chimes are heard. Passive
locking will then remain disabled
until Q on the interior door is
pressed, or until the vehicle is
started.
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and
an RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle, the horn will chirp three
times after all doors are closed.
To turn on or off see Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

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Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on, with a door
open, and then all doors are closed,
the vehicle will check for RKE
transmitter(s) inside. If an RKE
transmitter is not detected, the DIC
will display NO REMOTE
DETECTED and the horn will chirp
three times.
This occurs only once each time the
vehicle is driven.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 142.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the
underside of the liftgate glass and
lift up to open if the RKE transmitter
is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are
locked. If the doors are unlocked,
the transmitter is not required to
open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 46.
Keyed Access
To access a vehicle with a weak
transmitter battery, see Door Locks
0 41.

Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed
so that lost or stolen transmitters no
longer work. Any remaining
transmitters will need to be
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.

2. Remove the key lock cylinder
cover on the driver door
handle. See Door Locks 0 41.
Insert the vehicle key of the
new transmitter into the key
lock cylinder on the driver door
handle and turn the key to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays READY FOR
REMOTE # 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8.

Programming with Two
Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be
programmed to the vehicle when
there are two recognized
transmitters. To program, the vehicle
must be off and all of the
transmitters, both currently
recognized and new, must be
with you.
1. Place the two recognized
transmitters in the cupholder.

3. Open the center console and
take the small tray out of the
center console. Place the

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transmitter in the transmitter
pocket with the buttons facing
the bottom of the vehicle.
4. Press POWER O to start the
vehicle. When the transmitter is
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next
transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from
the transmitter pocket and
press K or Q.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold POWER O for 12 seconds
to exit programming mode.
6. Put the key back into the
transmitter.
Programming without Two
Recognized Transmitters
If two currently recognized
transmitters are not available, follow
this procedure to program up to
eight transmitters. This feature is
not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately

30 minutes to complete. The vehicle
must be off and all of the
transmitters to be programmed must
be with you.
1. Remove the key lock cylinder
cover on the driver door
handle. See Door Locks 0 41.
Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter into the key lock
cylinder on the driver door
handle and turn the key to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds.

vehicle. Remaining transmitters
can be relearned during the
next steps.
The DIC should now show
READY FOR REMOTE # 1.

The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays REMOTE
LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
START BUTTON TO LEARN
and then press POWER O.
The DIC will again show
REMOTE LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
3. Repeat Step 2 two additional
times. After the third time, all
previously known transmitters
will no longer work with the

4. Open the center console and
take the small tray out of the
center console. Place the
transmitter in the transmitter
pocket with the buttons facing
the bottom of the vehicle.
5. Press POWER O to start the
vehicle. When the transmitter is
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next
transmitter.

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6. Remove the transmitter from
the transmitter pocket and
press K or Q.

To start the vehicle:

Replace the battery if the REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message displays in the DIC.

To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.

Caution

When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold POWER O for 12 seconds
to exit programming mode.

When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.

7. Put the key back into the
transmitter.

Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
While trying to start the vehicle,
if the transmitter battery is weak or if
there is interference with the signal,
the DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED or USE
TRANSMITTER POCKET TO
START. The REPLACE BATTERY
IN REMOTE KEY message may
also be displayed at this time.

Battery Replacement

1. Open the center console and
take the small tray out of the
center console. Place the
transmitter in the pocket with
the buttons facing the bottom
of the vehicle.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and press POWER O.
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible. See Key
and Lock Messages 0 137.

The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery:

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Remote Start

1. Press the button on the side of
the transmitter near the bottom
and pull the key out.

This feature starts the heating or air
conditioning systems and the rear
window defogger from outside the
vehicle.

3. Remove the battery by pushing
on the battery and sliding it
toward the bottom of the
transmitter.
2. Separate the two halves of the
transmitter using a flat tool
inserted into the area near the
key slot.

4. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing the back cover.
Push the battery down until it is
held in place. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.

/ : This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote
start.
The climate control system will use
the previous settings during a
remote start. The rear defog may
come on during remote start based
on cold ambient conditions. The
rear defog indicator light does not
come on during a remote start.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start

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to have the vehicle in view. Check
local regulations for any
requirements.
If the vehicle is low on energy, do
not use the remote start feature.
The vehicle may run out of energy.
The RKE transmitter range may be
less while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 33.

Starting the Vehicle
Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet. Normal operation of the
system will return after the vehicle
has been turned on.
1. Press and release
RKE transmitter.

Q on the

2. Immediately press and hold /
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.

3. After entering the vehicle
during a remote start, press
POWER O with the brake
pedal applied to start the
vehicle and operate as normal.
Remote start will automatically shut
off after 20 minutes unless a time
extension is done.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on. Remote start run
time can be extended.

Extending Vehicle Run Time
The vehicle run time can also be
extended by another 20 minutes,
if after 30 seconds and during the
first 20 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are
repeated while the vehicle is
running. This provides a total of
40 minutes.
The remote start can only be
extended once.
A maximum of two remote starts,
or a single start with an extension,
are allowed between ignition cycles
using POWER O.

For additional remote starts press
POWER O first.

Canceling Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of
the following:
.

Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.

Press POWER O with the brake
pedal applied, then press
POWER O again to turn the
vehicle off.

Conditions in Which Remote
Start Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature will
not operate if:
. The RKE transmitter is in the
vehicle.
. The hood is not closed.
.

The hazard warning flashers
are on.

The malfunction indicator lamp
is on.

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.

The electric drive unit coolant
temperature is too high.

Two remote vehicle starts, or a
single remote start with an
extension, have already
been used.

The vehicle is not in P (Park).

Warning (Continued)
doors should be locked
whenever the vehicle is
driven.
.

Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by
extreme heat and can suffer
permanent injuries or even
death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle
whenever leaving it.

Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when you slow down or stop
the vehicle. Locking the
doors can help prevent this
from happening.

Door Locks

{ Warning
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
. Passengers, especially
children, can easily open
the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. When a
door is locked, the handle
will not open it. The chance
of being thrown out of the
vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are
not locked. So, all
passengers should wear
safety belts properly and the
(Continued)

To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle:
. Use the key in the driver door to
lock and unlock the door without
the RKE.

Press Q or K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
to lock and unlock the doors.
See “Key Lock Cylinder Access”
following.

To lock or unlock the doors from
inside the vehicle:

Q or K.

Press

Pull the door handle.

Keyless Access
The RKE transmitter must be within
1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
Press the button on the door handle

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to open. See “Keyless Access
Operation” in Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 0 33.

Power Door Locks

Delayed locking can only be turned
on when the Unlocked Door Anti
Lockout feature has been turned off.
Press Q on the power door lock
switch with the door open.

Key Lock Cylinder Access

The doors will then lock
automatically five seconds after all
doors are closed. If a door is
reopened before five seconds have
elapsed, the five-second timer will
reset once all the doors are closed
again.

To access the key lock cylinder,
insert the key into the slot on the
bottom of the door handle. Open the
handle and pry the cover off.
Replace the cover by snapping on
the tabs.

K : Press to unlock the doors.
Q : Press to lock the doors.

Press Q on the door lock switch
again or press Q on the RKE
transmitter to override this feature
and lock the doors immediately.

Locking and unlocking the doors will
also unlock the liftgate. See Liftgate
0 46.

Delayed locking can be
programmed. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

Delayed Locking

Automatic Door Locks

This feature delays the actual
locking of the doors until
five seconds after all doors are
closed.

The doors will lock automatically
when all doors are closed, the
vehicle is on, and the shift lever is
moved out of P (Park).

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To unlock the doors:

Automatic door unlocking can be
programmed. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is
turned on and the vehicle is off, the
driver door is open, and locking is
requested, all the doors will lock and
only the driver door will unlock. The
Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature
can be turned on or off. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

Lockout Protection

Safety Locks

K on a door.

Press

Shift the vehicle into P (Park).

If the vehicle is on or in Service
Mode and the power door lock
switch is pressed with the driver
door open, all the doors will lock
and only the driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is
requested while a door is open,
when all doors are closed the
vehicle will check for RKE
transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is detected and the
number of RKE transmitters inside
has not reduced, the driver door will
unlock and the horn will chirp three
times.
Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden with the driver door open
by pressing and holding Q on the
power door lock switch.

3. Do the same for the other
rear door.
To open a rear door when the safety
lock is on:
1. Unlock the door by using the
inside handle, the power door
lock switch, or the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter.
2. Open the door from the
outside.
When the safety lock is enabled,
adults and older children will not be
able to open the rear door from the
inside. Cancel the safety locks to
enable the doors to open from the
inside.
To cancel the safety lock:
1. Unlock the door and open it
from the outside.

If equipped, the safety lock is on the
inside edge of the rear doors. To
use the safety lock:
1. Move the lever forward to the
lock position.
2. Close the door.

2. Move the lever rearward to
unlock. Do the same for the
other door.

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Caution

Pulling the inside door handle
while the rear door safety locks
are engaged could damage your
vehicle. Do not pull the inside
door handle while the rear door
safety locks are engaged.

Location services – Save the
parked location or start
navigation at the vehicle’s GPS
coordinates.

Setup Function
. KeyPass Setup
‐ Managing Priority Setting
‐ Modifying Priority Setting

KeyPass

If equipped, this feature allows a
smartphone to be connected to the
vehicle and remote vehicle functions
to be requested. Features vary
depending on availability.

Active Remote Function
. Door Lock/Unlock

Features include:
. Remote commands – Use to
lock/unlock the vehicle, remote
start for the cabin climate,
or sound or cancel the horn and
flash the lights.
. Vehicle status – View the
vehicle’s range and battery level,
charging status, and tire
pressure.
. Welcome lighting – Request light
when approaching the vehicle.

Revocation

‐ Select Charge Level/Limit
Preference Screen
.

Vehicle Locator

Routing w/Available Mileage

Passive Function
Approach Detection/Welcome
Lighting
Visual Display for Vehicle
Information
. Low Battery Indication
.

Tire Pressure

Remote Start/Stop

Remote Engine Start Status

Panic Alarm Activation/
Termination

Odometer Reading

Rear Closure Ajar Switch Status

Remote Charge Termination

Electric Parking Brake Status

High Voltage Charge Functions

Hood Status

‐ Temporary Charging Override
Update

High Voltage Battery State of
Charge Status

‐ Change the Charging Mode
Permanently

GPS Signal for End of Trip

Charge Mode Status

.
.

‐ Update Departure Time
Schedule
‐ High Voltage Priority Charging
Activate and De-activate

‐ Available Mileage
‐ Charge Start and End Times
Status

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‐ Full Week of Time Based
Delayed Charging Status

Setup is disabled when the
vehicle is moving.

‐ Disable Rate Based and
Delayed Charging Status

Pairing only needs to be
completed once per smartphone,
unless the pairing information on
the smartphone changes or the
smartphone is deleted.

‐ High Voltage Charging System
Fault (Unable to Charge)
‐ High Voltage Charger Power
Level
‐ High Voltage Battery Charge
Cord Connected Indication
‐ Charge Complete
‐ Usable State of Charge

Setup Process
1. Enable the KeyPass function
through vehicle
personalization. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

‐ High Voltage Depletion Mode
Range

2. Download the myChevrolet app
to the smartphone from the
appropriate app store.

‐ High Voltage Battery State of
Charge Status

3. The vehicle must be on and in
P (Park).

Pairing
A smartphone must be paired to the
KeyPass Module and then it must
be connected to the vehicle before it
can be used.
Setup Information
. Up to three smartphones can be
set up and connected to the
vehicle.

4. Open the App and touch
Search for New Vehicles.
5. Choose your vehicle and
touch Done.
6. Aim the smartphone camera at
the QR code on the
infotainment display to scan
the security key. If the camera
is not working, the QR code
can be entered manually.

7. The infotainment display
provides confirmation that the
pairing process was completed
successfully.
.

Select Settings from the Home
Page on the infotainment
display.

Select KeyPass.

Select Manage KeyPass
Devices.

Deleting a Paired Smartphone
1. Select Settings from the Home
Page on the infotainment
display.
2. Select KeyPass.
3. Select Manage KeyPass
Devices.
4. Touch Delete next to the
smartphone to be deleted, and
follow the prompts.

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To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the inside, press Q or K.

Doors
Liftgate
Caution

Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent
features; however, they do not make
the vehicle impossible to steal.

Vehicle Alarm System

To avoid damage to the liftgate or
liftgate glass, make sure the area
above and behind the liftgate is
clear before opening it.

This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
system.

Arming the Alarm System
1. Close the liftgate, then turn off
the vehicle.

To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the outside, press Q or K on the
RKE transmitter.
To open the liftgate, press the touch
pad and lift up.
When closing the liftgate, use the
pull cup.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the
underside of the liftgate glass and
lift up to open if the RKE transmitter
is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are
locked. If the doors are unlocked,
the transmitter is not required to
open the liftgate.

2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways:
. Use the RKE transmitter.
.

Use the Keyless Access
system.

With a door open, press the
inside Q.

3. After 30 seconds the alarm
system will arm. Pressing Q on
the RKE transmitter a second
time will bypass the 30-second
delay and immediately arm the
alarm system.

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The vehicle alarm system will not
arm if the doors are locked with
the key.
If the driver door is opened without
first unlocking with the RKE
transmitter, the horn will chirp and
the lights will flash to indicate
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
started, or the door is not unlocked
by pressing K on the RKE
transmitter during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be
activated.
If a door or the liftgate is opened
without first disarming the system,
the turn signals will flash and the
horn will sound for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will
then re-arm to monitor for the next
unauthorized event.

Disarming the System
Do one of the following to disarm
the alarm system or turn off the
alarm if it has been activated:

K on the RKE transmitter.

Press

Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.

Start the vehicle.

To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
. Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle.
. Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter.
Unlocking the driver door with the
key will not disarm the system or
turn off the alarm.

How to Detect a Tamper
Condition

Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the transmitter
leaves the vehicle.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when POWERO is
pressed and a valid transmitter is
found in the vehicle.

If K is pressed on the RKE
transmitter and the horn chirps and
the lights flash three times, an alarm
occurred previously while the alarm
system was armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a
message will appear on the DIC.
See Security Messages 0 140.

Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.

The security light on the instrument
cluster comes on when there is a
problem with arming or disarming
the theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in the
vehicle. Only a correctly matched

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transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is damaged, you
may not be able to start the vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the vehicle is turned on.
If the vehicle does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
vehicle off and try again.
If the RKE transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another transmitter,
or place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket.

See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 33.
If the vehicle does not start with the
other transmitter or with the
transmitter placed in the transmitter
pocket, the vehicle needs service.
See your dealer who can service
the theft-deterrent system and have
a new transmitter programmed to
the vehicle.
Do not leave the transmitter or
device that disarms or deactivates
the theft-deterrent system in the
vehicle.

Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors

{ Warning
A convex mirror can make things,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat.

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Power Mirrors

Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The vehicle has manual folding
mirrors. These mirrors can be folded
inward to prevent damage when
going through an automatic car
wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward
the vehicle. Push the mirror outward
to return it to the original position.

Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Press } or | to choose the
driver or passenger mirror. An
indicator will show the selected
mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror in the
desired position.
3. Press } or | again to
deselect the mirror.

Push the tab forward for daytime
use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind.

Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming
reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature
comes on when the vehicle is
started.

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Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming
mirror provides a wide angle camera
view of the area behind the vehicle.

To adjust the brightness, press the
button (1) on the back of the
rearview mirror without covering the
light sensor (2).
Pull the tab to turn on the display.
Push the tab to turn it off. When off,
the mirror is automatic dimming.
Adjust the mirror for a clear view of
the area behind the vehicle while
the display is off.

Each button press cycles the
brightness between five settings.

{ Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM)
has a limited view. Portions of the
road, vehicles, and other objects
may not be seen. Do not drive or
park the vehicle using only this
camera. Objects may appear
closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over
your shoulder when making lane
changes or merging. Failure to
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.

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Troubleshooting
If the tab is in the rearward position
and a blue screen and d are
displayed in the mirror and the
display shuts off, see your dealer for
service.

The camera that provides the Rear
Camera Mirror (RCM) image is
above the license plate, next to the
Rear Vision Camera (RVC).
To clean the rear camera, see
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 106.

The RCM may not work properly or
display a clear image if:
. There is glare from the sun or
headlamps. This may obstruct
objects from view.
. Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks
the camera lens. Clean the lens
with a soft damp cloth.
. The back of the vehicle has
been damaged and the position
and mounting angle of the
camera has changed.

Windows

{ Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.

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The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve electric range
performance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rear
window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the
sound, open a front window.

Warning (Continued)
When there are children in the
rear seat, use the window lockout
switch to prevent unintentional
operation of the windows.

Power Windows
Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the RKE transmitter is dangerous
for many reasons; children or
others could be badly injured or
even killed. They could operate
the power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle
move. The windows will function
with the RKE transmitter in the
vehicle and they could be
seriously injured or killed if caught
in the path of a closing window.
Do not leave the RKE transmitter
in a vehicle with children.
(Continued)

Press the switch to open the
window. Pull the front of the switch
up to close it.
The window switches on the driver
door control all windows.

The power windows only operate
with the vehicle on or in Service
Mode, or when Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active.

Express Window Operation
Windows with an express-down
feature allow the window to be
lowered without holding the switch.
The driver, passenger, and rear
windows may also have an
express-up feature. To automatically
raise or lower the window, pull a
window switch up or press it down
all the way and release. Stop the
window by pressing or pulling the
switch in the same direction a
second time, or by briefly operating
the switch to the first position in
either direction.

Safety Function
This is for vehicles with the
express-up feature. If any object is
in the path of the window when the
express-up feature is active, the
window will stop and auto-reverse to
a preset position. Weather
conditions may cause the window to
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may be held up to the second
position to close the window. The
window will return to normal
operation once the obstruction or
condition is removed.

Safety Function Override
This is for vehicles with the
express-up feature. If the battery on
the vehicle has been recharged or
disconnected, or is not working, the
windows will need to be
reprogrammed for the express-up
feature to work. Before
reprogramming, replace or recharge
the vehicle's battery.
To program the driver window:
1. Close all doors with the vehicle
on or in Service Mode.
2. Press and hold the power
window switch until the window
is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch
up until the window is fully
closed.

4. Continue holding the switch up
for approximately two seconds
after the window is completely
closed.

Window Lockout
This feature prevents the rear
passenger windows from operating,
except from the driver position.
Press 2 on the driver door to
activate the window lockout. The
indicator light in the switch will
illuminate when activated.
Press 2 again to deactivate the
window lockout.

Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block out
glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount and swing it to the
side to block glare from the side
windows.

Visor Vanity Mirror
The vehicle may have vanity mirrors
and card holders on the back of the
sun visors. Swing down the sun
visor to expose the vanity mirror.

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Seats and
Restraints

Airbag System

Head Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Front Seats
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Rear Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Safety Belts
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Safety Belt System
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . .

62
63
64
66
67
67
67
68

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 70
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
How Does an Airbag
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Passenger Sensing System . . . 74
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 79
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 80
Replacing Airbag System Parts
after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Infants and Young Children . . . .
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . .
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . .
Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) . . . .
Replacing LATCH System Parts
After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

81
82
85
86
87
95

Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

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Head Restraints
The vehicle's front and rear seats
have adjustable head restraints in
the outboard seating positions.

{ Warning

Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of the restraint is at the same
height as the top of the occupant's
head. This position reduces the
chance of a neck injury in a crash.

Front Seats

The front seat outboard head
restraints are not removable.

Rear Seats
The vehicle’s rear seats have
adjustable head restraints in the
outboard seating positions.
The height of the head restraint can
be adjusted.

With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for
all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.

Pull the head restraint up to raise it.
Try to move the head restraint to
make sure it is locked in place.

The height of the head restraint can
be adjusted. To raise or lower the
head restraint, press the button
located on the side of the head
restraint, and pull up or push the
head restraint down, and release
the button. Pull and push on the
head restraint after the button is
released to make sure that it is
locked in place.

To lower the head restraint, press
the button on the top of the
seatback and push the head
restraint down. Try to move the

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head restraint after the button is
released to make sure it is locked in
place.

Front Seats
Seat Adjustment

If installing a child restraint in the
rear seat, see “Securing a Child
Restraint Designed for the LATCH
System” under Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 87.

Manual Seats

{ Warning

Folding the Rear Head Restraint
The head restraint can be folded
rearward to allow for better visibility
when the rear seat is unoccupied.

The head restraint will fold rearward
automatically.
When an occupant or child restraint
is in the seat, always return the
head restraint to the full upright
position. Pull head restraint up and
forward until it locks into place.
Push and pull on the head restraint
to make sure that it is locked.
Always adjust the head restraint so
that the top of the restraint is at the
same height as the top of the
occupant's head.

To fold the head restraint, press the
button on the side of the head
restraint.

You can lose control of the
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver
seat while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the driver seat only when
the vehicle is not moving.

Seat Position

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To adjust the seat:
1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired
position and release the
handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
place.

Seat Height Adjuster

Reclining Seatbacks

{ Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.

2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, and then
release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback
to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to the upright
position:
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the
seatback, and the seatback will
return to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback
to make sure it is locked.

{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when
the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
up, the safety belts cannot do
their job.
(Continued)
Move the lever on the outboard side
of the seat up or down to manually
adjust the seat height.

To recline the seatback:
1. Lift the lever.

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Warning (Continued)

Warning (Continued)

The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
be in front of you. In a crash, you
could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries.

heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat
heater may cause a burn or may
damage the seat.

The lap belt could go up over
your abdomen. The belt forces
would be there, not at your pelvic
bones. This could cause serious
internal injuries.
For proper protection when the
vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the
safety belt properly.

Do not have a seatback reclined if
the vehicle is moving.

Heated Front Seats

{ 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
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against
(Continued)

Heated Seat Buttons
If equipped, the heated seat
controls are on the infotainment
display. To operate, the vehicle must
be on.

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Touch M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion. Indicator
lights on the infotainment display
show the current setting with three
level indicators for high, medium,
or low.
Touch the screen once for the
highest setting. With each touch of
the screen, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
and then to the off setting. The
lights indicate three for the highest
setting and one for the lowest.

Use the manual heated seat buttons
to turn auto heated seats off. Once
this feature is turned off, the auto
heated seats will be activated the
next time the vehicle is started. In
manual mode, the controls can be
accessed while the vehicle is on by
touching M or L.
If the passenger seat is unoccupied,
the auto heated seats feature will
not activate that seat.

The passenger seat may take
longer to heat up.

The auto heated seats feature can
be programmed to always be
enabled when the vehicle is on. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

Auto Heated Seats

Remote Start Heated Seats

When the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the
heated seats at the level required by
the vehicle’s interior temperature. In
auto mode, the AUTO text is
displayed without any indicators.

When it is cold outside, the heated
seats can be turned on
automatically during a remote
vehicle start.

The heated seats will be canceled
when the vehicle is started. If the
vehicle has auto heated seats, the
seat heating level will automatically
change to the level required by the
vehicle's interior temperature when
the vehicle is on.
The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced.
This is normal.
The heated seats will not turn on
during a remote start unless the
heated seat feature is enabled. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

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Rear Seats
Rear Seat Reminder
If equipped, the message REAR
SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR
SEAT displays under certain
conditions indicating there may be
an item or passenger in the rear
seat. Check before exiting the
vehicle.
This feature will activate when a
second row door is opened while
the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes
before the vehicle is turned on,
including if the vehicle was started
remotely. There will be an alert
when the vehicle is turned off. The
alert does not directly detect objects
in the rear seat; instead, under
certain conditions, it detects when a
rear door is opened and closed,
indicating that there may be
something in the rear seat.
The feature is active only once each
time the vehicle is turned on and off,
and will require reactivation by
opening and closing the second row
doors. There may be an alert even
when there is nothing in the rear

seat; for example, if a child entered
the vehicle through the rear door
and left the vehicle without the
vehicle being shut off.

To fold the seatback down:

The feature can be turned on or off.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

Folding the Seatback
Either side of the seatback can be
folded down for more cargo space.
Fold a seatback only when the
vehicle is not moving.

Caution
Folding a rear seat with the safety
belts still fastened may cause
damage to the seat or the safety
belts. Always unbuckle the safety
belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before
folding a rear seat.

1. Make sure the safety belt is in
the retainer hook.

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2. Pull the lever on top of the
seatback to unlock the
seatback.
A red indicator near the
seatback lever is exposed
when the seatback is unlocked.
3. Fold the seatback down.
Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other
seatback, if desired.

Raising the Seatback

{ Warning
A safety belt that is improperly
routed, not properly attached,
or twisted will not provide the
protection needed in a crash. The
person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
rear seatback, always check to be
sure that the safety belts are
properly routed and attached, and
are not twisted.

2. Push and pull the top of the
seatback to be sure it is locked
into position.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the
other seatback, if necessary.
When the seat is not in use, it
should be kept in the upright, locked
position.

Rear Seat Armrest

To raise a seatback:
1. Lift the seatback up and push it
rearward to lock it in place.
Make sure the safety belt is in
the retainer hook and is not
twisted or caught in the
seatback.
A tab near the seatback lever
retracts when the seatback is
locked in place.
The center rear safety belt may
lock when you raise the
seatback. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again.

The rear seat has an armrest in the
center of the seatback. Lower the
armrest to access the two
cupholders.

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To fold, lift the armrest up and push
it rearward until it is flush with the
seatback.

Safety Belts
This section describes how to use
safety belts properly, and some
things not to do.

Heated Rear Seats

{ 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
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat
heater may cause a burn or may
damage the seat.

Do not let anyone ride where a
safety belt cannot be worn
properly. In a crash, if you or your
passenger(s) are not wearing
safety belts, injuries can be much
worse than if you are wearing
safety belts. You can be seriously
injured or killed by hitting things
inside the vehicle harder or by
being ejected from the vehicle. In
addition, anyone who is not
buckled up can strike other
passengers in the vehicle.

If equipped, the rear heated seat
buttons are on the rear doors.
Press L or M to heat the left
outboard or right outboard seat
cushion.

It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area, inside or outside
of a vehicle. In a collision,
passengers riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow
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Warning (Continued)
passengers to ride in any area of
the vehicle that is not equipped
with seats and safety belts.
Always wear a safety belt, and
check that all passenger(s) are
restrained properly too.
This vehicle has indicators as a
reminder to buckle the safety belts.
See Safety Belt Reminders 0 116.

Why Safety Belts Work

When riding in a vehicle, you travel
as fast as the vehicle does. If the
vehicle stops suddenly, you keep
going until something stops you.
It could be the windshield, the
instrument panel, or the safety belts!
When you wear a safety belt, you
and the vehicle slow down together.
There is more time to stop because
you stop over a longer distance and,
when worn properly, your strongest
bones take the forces from the
safety belts. That is why wearing
safety belts makes such good
sense.

Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
after a crash if I am wearing a
safety belt?
A: You could be — whether you are
wearing a safety belt or not.
Your chance of being conscious
during and after a crash, so you
can unbuckle and get out, is
much greater if you are belted.

Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why
should I have to wear safety
belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental
systems only. They work with
safety belts — not instead of
them. Whether or not an airbag
is provided, all occupants still
have to buckle up to get the
most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in
all Canadian provinces, the law
requires wearing safety belts.

How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly
This section is only for people of
adult size.
There are special things to know
about safety belts and children. And
there are different rules for smaller
children and infants. If a child will be
riding in the vehicle, see Older
Children 0 81 or Infants and Young
Children 0 82. Follow those rules for
everyone's protection.

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It is very important for all occupants
to buckle up. Statistics show that
unbelted people are hurt more often
in crashes than those who are
wearing safety belts.
There are important things to know
about wearing a safety belt properly.

Sit up straight and always keep
your feet on the floor in front
of you.

Always use the correct buckle
for your seating position.

Wear the lap part of the belt low
and snug on the hips, just
touching the thighs. In a crash,
this applies force to the strong

pelvic bones and you would be
less likely to slide under the lap
belt. If you slid under it, the belt
would apply force on your
abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.
.

Wear the shoulder belt over the
shoulder and across the chest.
These parts of the body are best
able to take belt restraining
forces. The shoulder belt locks if
there is a sudden stop or crash.

Warning (Continued)
.

Always wear the shoulder
belt over the shoulder and
across the chest. Use the
safety belt guide, if needed,
to position the shoulder belt
over the shoulder and
across the chest.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

{ Warning

All seating positions in the vehicle
have a lap-shoulder belt.

You can be seriously injured,
or even killed, by not wearing
your safety belt properly.
. Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become
loose or twisted.
. Never wear the shoulder
belt under both arms or
behind your back.
. Never route the lap or
shoulder belt over an
armrest.
(Continued)

The following instructions explain
how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
properly.
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is
adjustable, so you can sit up
straight. To see how, see
“Seats” in the Index.

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Engaging the child restraint
locking feature in the front
outboard seating position may
affect the passenger sensing
system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 74.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull
the belt across you. Do not let
it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock
if you pull the belt across you
very quickly. If this happens, let
the belt go back slightly to
unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a
passenger belt is pulled out all
the way, the child restraint
locking feature may be
engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again.

4. To make the lap part tight, pull
up on the shoulder belt.

3. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plate to
make sure it is secure. If the
belt is not long enough, see
Safety Belt Extender 0 67.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the safety
belt could be quickly unbuckled
if necessary.

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To unlatch the belt, push the button
on the buckle. The belt should
return to its stowed position.
Always stow the safety belt slowly.
If the safety belt webbing returns
quickly to the stowed position, the
retractor may lock and cannot be
pulled out. If this happens, pull the
safety belt straight out firmly to
unlock the webbing, and then
release it. If the webbing is still
locked in the retractor, see your
dealer.
Before a door is closed, be sure the
belt is out of the way. If a door is
slammed against a safety belt,
damage can occur to both the
safety belt and the vehicle.

Safety Belt Pretensioners
This vehicle has safety belt
pretensioners for the front outboard
occupants. Although the safety belt
pretensioners cannot be seen, they
are part of the safety belt assembly.
They can help tighten the safety
belts during the early stages of a
moderate to severe frontal, near
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner

activation are met. Safety belt
pretensioners can also help tighten
the safety belts in a side crash or a
rollover event.
Pretensioners work only once. If the
pretensioners activate in a crash,
the pretensioners and probably
other parts of the vehicle's safety
belt system will need to be replaced.
See Replacing Safety Belt System
Parts after a Crash 0 68.
Do not sit on the outboard safety
belt while entering or exiting the
vehicle or at any time while sitting in
the seat. Sitting on the safety belt
can damage the webbing and
hardware.

Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides
Rear safety belt comfort guides may
provide added safety belt comfort
for older children who have
outgrown booster seats and for
some adults. When installed on a
shoulder belt, the comfort guide
positions the shoulder belt away
from the neck and head.

Comfort guides are available
through your dealer for the rear
outboard seating positions.
Instructions are included with the
guide.

Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone,
including pregnant women. Like all
occupants, they are more likely to
be seriously injured if they do not
wear safety belts.

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A pregnant woman should wear a
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap
portion should be worn as low as
possible, below the rounding,
throughout the pregnancy.

safety belt. For more information,
see the instruction sheet that comes
with the extender.

The best way to protect the fetus is
to protect the mother. When a safety
belt is worn properly, it is more likely
that the fetus will not be hurt in a
crash. For pregnant women, as for
anyone, the key to making safety
belts effective is wearing them
properly.

Check that the safety belt reminder,
safety belts, buckles, latch plates,
and retractors, are all working
properly. Look for any other loose or
damaged safety belt system parts
that might keep a safety belt system
from performing properly. See your
dealer to have it repaired. Torn or
frayed safety belts may not protect
you in a crash. They can rip apart
under impact forces. If a belt is torn
or frayed, have it replaced
immediately.

Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten
around you, you should use it.
But if a safety belt is not long
enough, your dealer will order you
an extender. When you go in to
order it, take the heaviest coat you
will wear, so the extender will be
long enough for you. To help avoid
personal injury, do not let someone
else use it, and use it only for the
seat it is made to fit. The extender
has been designed for adults. Never
use it for securing child restraints.
To wear it, attach it to the regular

Safety System Check

Make sure the safety belt reminder
light is working. See Safety Belt
Reminders 0 116.
Keep safety belts clean and dry.
See Safety Belt Care 0 67.

Safety Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.

{ Warning
Do not bleach or dye safety belt
webbing. It may severely weaken
the webbing. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide
adequate protection. Clean and
rinse safety belt webbing only
with mild soap and lukewarm
water. Allow the webbing to dry.
Safety belts should be properly
cared for and maintained.
Safety belt hardware should be kept
dry and free of dust or debris. As
necessary exterior hard surfaces
and safety belt webbing may be
lightly cleaned with mild soap and
water. Ensure there is not excessive
dust or debris in the mechanism.
If dust or debris exists in the system
please see the dealer. Parts may
need to be replaced to ensure
proper functionality of the system.

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Replacing Safety Belt
System Parts after a
Crash

{ Warning
A crash can damage the safety
belt system in the vehicle.
A damaged safety belt system
may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in
serious injury or even death in a
crash. To help make sure the
safety belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as
possible.

After a minor crash, replacement of
safety belts may not be necessary.
But the safety belt assemblies that
were used during any crash may
have been stressed or damaged.
See your dealer to have the safety
belt assemblies inspected or
replaced.

Airbag System

A frontal airbag for the front
outboard passenger.

New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the safety belt
system was not being used at the
time of the crash.

A knee airbag for the driver.

A knee airbag for the front
outboard passenger.

A seat-mounted side impact
airbag for the driver.

A seat-mounted side impact
airbag for the front outboard
passenger.

Seat-mounted side impact
airbags for the second row
outboard passengers.

A roof-rail airbag for the driver
and the passenger seated
directly behind the driver.

A roof-rail airbag for the front
outboard passenger and the
passenger seated directly
behind the front outboard
passenger.

Have the safety belt pretensioners
checked if the vehicle has been in a
crash, or if the airbag readiness light
stays on after you start the vehicle
or while you are driving. See Airbag
Readiness Light 0 117.

The vehicle has the following
airbags:
. A frontal airbag for the driver.

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All vehicle airbags have the word
AIRBAG on the trim or on a label
near the deployment opening.
For frontal airbags, the word
AIRBAG is on the center of the
steering wheel for the driver and on
the instrument panel for the front
outboard passenger.
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG
is on the lower part of the
instrument panel.
For seat-mounted side impact
airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
side of the seat closest to the door.
For roof-rail airbags, the word
AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
Airbags are designed to supplement
the protection provided by safety
belts. Even though today's airbags
are also designed to help reduce
the risk of injury from the force of an
inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
very quickly to do their job.
Here are the most important things
to know about the airbag system:

{ Warning

You can be severely injured or
killed in a crash if you are not
wearing your safety belt, even
with airbags. Airbags are
designed to work with safety
belts, not replace them. Also,
airbags are not designed to inflate
in every crash. In some crashes
safety belts are the only restraint.
See When Should an Airbag
Inflate? 0 71.

Because airbags inflate with great
force and faster than the blink of
an eye, anyone who is up
against, or very close to any
airbag when it inflates can be
seriously injured or killed. Do not
sit unnecessarily close to any
airbag, as you would be if sitting
on the edge of the seat or leaning
forward. Safety belts help keep
you in position before and during
a crash. Always wear a safety
belt, even with airbags. The driver
should sit as far back as possible
while still maintaining control of
the vehicle. The safety belts and
the front outboard passenger
airbags are most effective when
you are sitting well back and
upright in the seat with both feet
on the floor.

Wearing your safety belt during a
crash helps reduce your chance
of hitting things inside the vehicle
or being ejected from it. Airbags
are “supplemental restraints” to
the safety belts. Everyone in the
vehicle should wear a safety belt
properly, whether or not there is
an airbag for that person.

Occupants should not lean on or
sleep against the door or side
windows in seating positions with
seat-mounted side impact airbags
and/or roof-rail airbags.

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Where Are the Airbags?

Children who are up against,
or very close to, any airbag when
it inflates can be seriously injured
or killed. Always secure children
properly in the vehicle. To read
how, see Older Children 0 81 or
Infants and Young Children 0 82.

The driver frontal airbag is in the
center of the steering wheel.
There is an airbag readiness light
on the instrument cluster, which
shows the airbag symbol. The
system checks the airbag electrical
system for malfunctions. The light
tells you if there is an electrical
problem. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 117 for more information.

The front outboard passenger
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel.

The driver knee airbag is below the
steering column. The front outboard
passenger knee airbag is below the
glove box.

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clear. Do not put anything
between an occupant and an
airbag, and do not attach or put
anything on the steering wheel
hub or on or near any other
airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that
block the inflation path of a
seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger
Side Similar

Rear Seat Driver Side Shown,
Passenger Side Similar

The driver and front outboard
passenger seat-mounted side
impact airbags are in the side of the
seatbacks closest to the door.

On vehicles with second row
seat-mounted side impact airbags,
they are in the sides of the seatback
closest to the door.

The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
front outboard passenger, and
second row outboard passengers
are in the ceiling above the side
windows.

{ Warning
If something is between an
occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury
or even death. The path of an
inflating airbag must be kept
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Never secure anything to the roof
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
by routing a rope or tie‐down
through any door or window
opening. If you do, the path of an
inflating roof-rail airbag will be
blocked.

When Should an Airbag
Inflate?
This vehicle is equipped with
airbags. Airbags are designed to
inflate if the impact exceeds the
specific airbag system's deployment
threshold. Deployment thresholds
are used to predict how severe a

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crash is likely to be in time for the
airbags to inflate and help restrain
the occupants. The vehicle has
electronic sensors that help the
airbag system determine the
severity of the impact. Deployment
thresholds can vary with specific
vehicle design.

Frontal airbags are not intended to
inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear
impacts, or in many side impacts.

Frontal airbags are designed to
inflate in moderate to severe frontal
or near frontal crashes to help
reduce the potential for severe
injuries, mainly to the driver's or
front outboard passenger's head
and chest.

Knee airbags are designed to inflate
in moderate to severe frontal or
near frontal impacts. Knee airbags
are not designed to inflate during
vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts,
or in many side impacts.

Whether the frontal airbags will or
should inflate is not based primarily
on how fast the vehicle is traveling.
It depends on what is hit, the
direction of the impact, and how
quickly the vehicle slows down.
Frontal airbags may inflate at
different crash speeds depending on
whether the vehicle hits an object
straight on or at an angle, and
whether the object is fixed or
moving, rigid or deformable, narrow
or wide.

In addition, the vehicle has
advanced technology frontal
airbags. Advanced technology
frontal airbags adjust the restraint
according to crash severity.

roof-rail airbags are designed to
inflate during a rollover or in a
severe frontal impact. Roof-rail
airbags are not designed to inflate in
rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags
will inflate when either side of the
vehicle is struck or if the sensing
system predicts that the vehicle is
about to roll over on its side, or in a
severe frontal impact.
In any particular crash, no one can
say whether an airbag should have
inflated simply because of the
vehicle damage or repair costs.

Seat-mounted side impact airbags
are designed to inflate in moderate
to severe side crashes depending
on the location of the impact.
Seat-mounted side impact airbags
are not designed to inflate in frontal
impacts, near frontal impacts,
rollovers, or rear impacts.
A seat-mounted side impact airbag
is designed to inflate on the side of
the vehicle that is struck.

What Makes an Airbag
Inflate?

Roof-rail airbags are designed to
inflate in moderate to severe side
crashes depending on the location
of the impact. In addition, these

For airbag locations, see Where Are
the Airbags? 0 70.

In a deployment event, the sensing
system sends an electrical signal
triggering a release of gas from the
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the
airbag causing the bag to break out
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag,
and related hardware are all part of
the airbag module.

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How Does an Airbag
Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or
near frontal collisions, even belted
occupants can contact the steering
wheel or the instrument panel. In
moderate to severe side collisions,
even belted occupants can contact
the inside of the vehicle.
Airbags supplement the protection
provided by safety belts by
distributing the force of the impact
more evenly over the
occupant's body.
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags
are designed to help contain the
head and chest of occupants in the
outboard seating positions in the
first and second rows. The rollover
capable roof-rail airbags are
designed to help reduce the risk of
full or partial ejection in rollover
events, although no system can
prevent all such ejections.

But airbags would not help in many
types of collisions, primarily
because the occupant's motion is
not toward those airbags. See When
Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 71.
Airbags should never be regarded
as anything more than a supplement
to safety belts.

What Will You See after
an Airbag Inflates?
After the frontal, knee, and
seat-mounted side impact airbags
inflate, they quickly deflate, so
quickly that some people may not
even realize the airbags inflated.
Roof-rail airbags may still be at least
partially inflated for some time after
they inflate. Some components of
the airbag module may be hot for
several minutes. For location of the
airbags, see Where Are the
Airbags? 0 70.
The parts of the airbag that come
into contact with you may be warm,
but not too hot to touch. There may
be some smoke and dust coming
from the vents in the deflated
airbags. Airbag inflation does not

prevent the driver from seeing out of
the windshield or being able to steer
the vehicle, nor does it prevent
people from leaving the vehicle.

{ Warning
When an airbag inflates, there
may be dust in the air. This dust
could cause breathing problems
for people with a history of
asthma or other breathing trouble.
To avoid this, everyone in the
vehicle should get out as soon as
it is safe to do so. If you have
breathing problems but cannot
get out of the vehicle after an
airbag inflates, then get fresh air
by opening a window or a door.
If you experience breathing
problems following an airbag
deployment, you should seek
medical attention.
The vehicle has a feature that may
automatically unlock the doors, turn
on the interior lamps and hazard
warning flashers after the airbags
inflate. The feature may also

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activate, without airbag inflation,
after an event that exceeds a
predetermined threshold. You can
lock the doors, turn off the interior
lamps, and turn off the hazard
warning flashers by using the
controls for those features.

{ Warning
A crash severe enough to inflate
the airbags may have also
damaged important functions in
the vehicle, such as the brake
and steering systems, etc. Even if
the vehicle appears to be drivable
after a moderate crash, there may
be concealed damage that could
make it difficult to safely operate
the vehicle.
Use caution if attempting to
restart the vehicle after a crash
has occurred.
If an airbag inflates or the vehicle
has been in a crash, the sensing
system may shut down the high
voltage system. When this occurs,
the high voltage battery is

disconnected and the vehicle will
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE
SOON message in the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will be
displayed. Before the vehicle can be
operated again, it must be serviced
at your dealer.

The vehicle has a crash sensing
and diagnostic module which
records information after a
crash. See Vehicle Data
Recording and Privacy 0 338
and Event Data Recorders
0 338.

In many crashes severe enough to
inflate the airbag, windshields are
broken by vehicle deformation.
Additional windshield breakage may
also occur from the front outboard
passenger airbag.
. Airbags are designed to inflate
only once. After an airbag
inflates, you will need some new
parts for the airbag system.
If you do not get them, the
airbag system will not be there
to help protect you in another
crash. A new system will include
airbag modules and possibly
other parts. The service manual
for the vehicle covers the need
to replace other parts.

Let only qualified technicians
work on the airbag systems.
Improper service can mean that
an airbag system will not work
properly. See your dealer for
service.

Passenger Sensing
System
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system for the front
outboard passenger position. The
passenger airbag status indicator
will light on the overhead console
when the vehicle is started.

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United States

Canada and Mexico
The words ON and OFF, or the
symbol for on and off, will be visible
during the system check. When the
system check is complete, either the
word ON or OFF, or the symbol for
on or off, will be visible. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
0 117.
The passenger sensing system
turns off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system.

The passenger sensing system
works with sensors that are part of
the front outboard passenger seat
and safety belt. The sensors are
designed to detect the presence of
a properly seated occupant and
determine if the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag should be allowed to inflate
or not.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
secured in a rear seat in the correct
child restraint for their weight
and size.
Whenever possible, children aged
12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front. This is because the risk to
the rear-facing child is so great,
if the airbag inflates.

{ Warning
A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the passenger frontal
airbag inflates. This is because
the back of the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
forward-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
passenger frontal airbag inflates
and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though the
airbag(s) are off.
Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front seat, even if
the airbag is off. If securing a
forward-facing child restraint in
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the front outboard passenger
seat, always move the seat as far
back as it will go. It is better to
secure child restraints in the rear
seat. Consider using another
vehicle to transport the child
when a rear seat is not available.
The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag if:
. The front outboard passenger
seat is unoccupied.
. The system determines an infant
is present in a child restraint.
. A front outboard passenger
takes his/her weight off of the
seat for a period of time.
. There is a critical problem with
the airbag system or the
passenger sensing system.
When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag

and knee airbag, the off indicator
will light and stay lit as a reminder
that the airbags are off. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
0 117.
The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn on the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag anytime the system
senses that a person of adult size is
sitting properly in the front outboard
passenger seat. When the
passenger sensing system has
allowed the airbags to be enabled,
the on indicator will light and stay lit
as a reminder that the airbags are
active.
For some children, including
children in child restraints, and for
very small adults, the passenger
sensing system may or may not turn
off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag and knee airbag,
depending upon the person's
seating posture and body build.
Everyone in the vehicle who has
outgrown child restraints should
wear a safety belt properly —
whether or not there is an airbag for
that person.

{ Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong
with the airbag system. To help
avoid injury to yourself or others,
have the vehicle serviced right
away. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 117 for more information,
including important safety
information.

If the On Indicator Is Lit for a
Child Restraint
The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag if the system
determines that an infant is present
in a child restraint. If a child restraint
has been installed and the on
indicator is lit:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Remove the child restraint from
the vehicle.

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3. Remove any additional items
from the seat such as blankets,
cushions, seat covers, seat
heaters, or seat massagers.
4. Reinstall the child restraint
following the directions
provided by the child restraint
manufacturer and refer to
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the Front
Seat) 0 97 or Securing Child
Restraints (With the Safety Belt
in the Rear Seat) 0 95.
Make sure the safety belt
retractor is locked by pulling
the shoulder belt all the way
out of the retractor when
installing the child restraint,
even if the child restraint is
equipped with a safety belt lock
off. When the retractor lock is
set, the belt can be tightened
but not pulled out of the
retractor.

5. If, after reinstalling the child
restraint and restarting the
vehicle, the on indicator is still
lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
slightly recline the vehicle
seatback and adjust the seat
cushion, if adjustable, to make
sure that the vehicle seatback
is not pushing the child
restraint into the seat cushion.
Also make sure the child
restraint is not trapped under
the vehicle head restraint.
If this happens, adjust the head
restraint. See Head Restraints
0 55.
6. Restart the vehicle.
The passenger sensing system may
or may not turn off the airbags for a
child in a child restraint depending
upon the child’s size. It is better to
secure the child restraint in a rear
seat. Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front seat, even if the
on indicator is not lit.

If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
Adult-Sized Occupant

If a person of adult size is sitting in
the front outboard passenger seat,
but the off indicator is lit, it could be
because that person is not sitting
properly in the seat or that the child
restraint locking feature is engaged.
Use the following steps to allow the
system to detect that person and
enable the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag and knee airbag:
1. Turn the vehicle off.

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2. Remove any additional material
from the seat, such as
blankets, cushions, seat
covers, seat heaters, or seat
massagers.
3. Place the seatback in the fully
upright position.
4. Have the person sit upright in
the seat, centered on the seat
cushion, with legs comfortably
extended.
5. If the shoulder portion of the
belt is pulled out all the way,
the child restraint locking
feature will be engaged. This
may unintentionally cause the
passenger sensing system to
turn the airbag off for some
adult-sized occupants. If this
happens, unbuckle the belt and
let the belt go back all the way,
and then buckle the belt again
without pulling the belt out all
the way.
6. Restart the vehicle and have
the person remain in this
position for two to
three minutes after the on
indicator is lit.

{ Warning
If the front outboard passenger
airbag is turned off for an
adult-sized occupant, the airbag
will not be able to inflate and help
protect that person in a crash,
resulting in an increased risk of
serious injury or even death. An
adult-sized occupant should not
ride in the front outboard
passenger seat, if the passenger
airbag off indicator is lit.

Additional Factors Affecting
System Operation
Safety belts help keep the
passenger in position on the seat
during vehicle maneuvers and
braking, which helps the passenger
sensing system maintain the
passenger airbag status. See
“Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints”
in the Index for additional
information about the importance of
proper restraint use.

A thick layer of additional material,
such as a blanket or cushion,
or aftermarket equipment such as
seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
massagers can affect how well the
passenger sensing system
operates. We recommend that you
not use seat covers or other
aftermarket equipment except when
approved by GM for your specific
vehicle. See Adding Equipment to
the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 79
for more information about
modifications that can affect how
the system operates.
The on indicator may be lit if an
object, such as a briefcase,
handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
or other electronic device is put on
an unoccupied seat. If this is not
desired, remove the object from
the seat.

{ Warning
Stowing of articles under the
passenger seat or between the
passenger seat cushion and
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seatback may interfere with the
proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.

Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicle
should be serviced. There are parts
of the airbag system in several
places around the vehicle. Your
dealer and the service manual have
information about servicing the
vehicle and the airbag system. To
purchase a service manual, see
Service Publications Ordering
Information 0 335.

{ Warning
For up to 10 seconds after the
vehicle is turned off and the 12‐
volt battery is disconnected, an
airbag can still inflate during
improper service. You can be
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Warning (Continued)
injured if you are close to an
airbag when it inflates. Avoid
yellow connectors. They are
probably part of the airbag
system. Be sure to follow proper
service procedures, and make
sure the person performing work
for you is qualified to do so.

Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding accessories that change the
vehicle's frame, bumper system,
height, front end, or side sheet
metal, may keep the airbag system
from working properly. The
operation of the airbag system can
also be affected by changing any
parts of the front seats, safety belts,
airbag sensing and diagnostic
module, steering wheel, instrument
panel, any of the airbag modules,
ceiling or pillar garnish trim,
overhead console, front sensors,
side impact sensors, or airbag
wiring.

Your dealer and the service manual
have information about the location
of the airbag sensors, sensing and
diagnostic module, and airbag
wiring.
In addition, the vehicle has a
passenger sensing system for the
front outboard passenger position,
which includes sensors that are part
of the passenger seat. The
passenger sensing system may not
operate properly if the original seat
trim is replaced with non-GM
covers, upholstery, or trim; or with
GM covers, upholstery, or trim
designed for a different vehicle. Any
object, such as an aftermarket seat
heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
or device, installed under or on top
of the seat fabric, could also
interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This
could either prevent proper
deployment of the passenger
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
sensing system from properly
turning off the passenger airbag(s).
See Passenger Sensing System
0 74.

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If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail
airbags, see Different Size Tires
and Wheels 0 284 for additional
important information.
If you have to modify your vehicle
because you have a disability and
you have questions about whether
the modifications will affect the
vehicle's airbag system, or if you
have questions about whether the
airbag system will be affected if the
vehicle is modified for any other
reason, call Customer Assistance.
See Customer Assistance Offices
0 325.

Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need
regularly scheduled maintenance or
replacement. Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 117.

Caution
If an airbag covering is damaged,
opened, or broken, the airbag
may not work properly. Do not
(Continued)

Caution (Continued)
open or break the airbag
coverings. If there are any
opened or broken airbag
coverings, have the airbag
covering and/or airbag module
replaced. For the location of the
airbags, see Where Are the
Airbags? 0 70. See your dealer
for service.

Replacing Airbag System
Parts after a Crash

{ Warning
A crash can damage the airbag
systems in the vehicle.
A damaged airbag system may
not properly protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
in serious injury or even death. To
help make sure the airbag
systems are working properly
after a crash, have them
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Warning (Continued)
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as
possible.
If an airbag inflates, you will need to
replace airbag system parts. See
your dealer for service.
If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle is started or comes
on when you are driving, the airbag
system may not work properly. Have
the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 117.

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Child Restraints

Older Children

Older children who have outgrown
booster seats should wear the
vehicle’s safety belts.
The manufacturer instructions that
come with the booster seat state the
weight and height limitations for that
booster. Use a booster seat with a
lap-shoulder belt until the child
passes the fit test below:

Sit all the way back on the seat.
Do the knees bend at the seat
edge? If yes, continue. If no,
return to the booster seat.

Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
Does the shoulder belt rest on
the shoulder? If yes, continue.
If no, try using the rear safety
belt comfort guide, if available.
See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt
0 64. If a comfort guide is not
available, or if the shoulder belt
still does not rest on the
shoulder, then return to the
booster seat.

Does the lap belt fit low and
snug on the hips, touching the
thighs? If yes, continue. If no,
return to the booster seat.

Can proper safety belt fit be
maintained for the length of the
trip? If yes, continue. If no,
return to the booster seat.

Q: What is the proper way to
wear safety belts?
A: An older child should wear a
lap-shoulder belt and get the
additional restraint a shoulder
belt can provide. The shoulder
belt should not cross the face or
neck. The lap belt should fit
snugly below the hips, just
touching the top of the thighs.
This applies belt force to the
child's pelvic bones in a crash.
It should never be worn over the
abdomen, which could cause
severe or even fatal internal
injuries in a crash.
Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt
0 64.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
restrained in a rear seating position.
In a crash, children who are not
buckled up can strike other people
who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use safety belts
properly.

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{ Warning

Never allow more than one child
to wear the same safety belt. The
safety belt cannot properly spread
the impact forces. In a crash, they
can be crushed together and
seriously injured. A safety belt
must be used by only one person
at a time.

Never allow a child to wear the
safety belt with the shoulder belt
behind their back. A child can be
seriously injured by not wearing
the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
crash, the child would not be
restrained by the shoulder belt.
The child could move too far
forward increasing the chance of
head and neck injury. The child
might also slide under the lap
belt. The belt force would then be
applied right on the abdomen.
That could cause serious or fatal
injuries. The shoulder belt should
go over the shoulder and across
the chest.

Infants and Young
Children
Everyone in a vehicle needs
protection! This includes infants and
all other children. Neither the
distance traveled nor the age and
size of the traveler changes the
need, for everyone, to use safety
restraints. In fact, the law in every
state in the United States and in
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be
restrained while in a vehicle.

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{ Warning
Children can be seriously injured
or strangled if a shoulder belt is
wrapped around their neck. The
shoulder belt can tighten but
cannot be loosened if it is locked.
The shoulder belt locks when it is
pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the
shoulder belt is allowed to go all
the way back into the retractor,
but it cannot do this if it is
wrapped around a child’s neck.
If the shoulder belt is locked and
tightened around a child’s neck,
the only way to loosen the belt is
to cut it.
Never leave children unattended
in a vehicle and never allow
children to play with the safety
belts.
Every time infants and young
children ride in vehicles, they should
have the protection provided by
appropriate child restraints. Neither

the vehicle's safety belt system nor
its airbag system is designed
for them.
Children who are not restrained
properly can strike other people,
or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

{ Warning
Never hold an infant or a child
while riding in a vehicle. Due to
crash forces, an infant or a child
will become so heavy it is not
possible to hold it during a crash.
For example, in a crash at only
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb)
infant will suddenly become a
110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's
arms. An infant or child should be
secured in an appropriate
restraint.

{ Warning
Children who are up against,
or very close to, any airbag when
it inflates can be seriously injured
or killed. Never put a rear-facing
child restraint in the front
outboard seat. Secure a
rear-facing child restraint in a rear
seat. It is also better to secure a
forward-facing child restraint in a
rear seat. If you must secure a
forward-facing child restraint in
the front outboard seat, always
move the front passenger seat as
far back as it will go.

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Child restraints are devices used to
restrain, seat, or position children in
the vehicle and are sometimes
called child seats or car seats.
There are three basic types of
child restraints:
. Forward-facing child restraints
.

Rearward-facing child restraints

Belt-positioning booster seats

The proper child restraint for your
child depends on their size, weight,
and age, and also on whether the
child restraint is compatible with the
vehicle in which it will be used.

For each type of child restraint,
there are many different models
available. When purchasing a child
restraint, be sure it is designed to be
used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the
restraint will have a label saying that
it meets federal motor vehicle safety
standards. The restraint
manufacturer's instructions that
come with the restraint state the
weight and height limitations for a
particular child restraint. In addition,
there are many kinds of restraints
available for children with special
needs.

{ Warning
To reduce the risk of neck and
head injury in a crash, infants and
toddlers should be secured in a
rear-facing child restraint until age
two, or until they reach the
maximum height and weight limits
of their child restraint.

{ Warning
A young child's hip bones are still
so small that the vehicle's regular
safety belt may not remain low on
the hip bones, as it should.
Instead, it may settle up around
the child's abdomen. In a crash,
the belt would apply force on a
body area that is unprotected by
any bony structure. This alone
could cause serious or fatal
injuries. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injuries during a
crash, young children should
always be secured in appropriate
child restraints.

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Child Restraint Systems

Forward-Facing Child Seat
Rear-Facing Infant Seat
A rear-facing child restraint provides
restraint with the seating surface
against the back of the infant.
The harness system holds the infant
in place and, in a crash, acts to
keep the infant positioned in the
restraint.

A forward-facing child restraint
provides restraint for the child's
body with the harness.

Booster Seats
A belt-positioning booster seat is
used for children who have
outgrown their forward-facing child
restraint. Boosters are designed to
improve the fit of the vehicle's safety
belt system until the child is large
enough for the vehicle safety belts
to fit properly without a booster seat.
See the safety belt fit test in Older
Children 0 81.

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Securing an Add-On Child
Restraint in the Vehicle

{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle. Secure the child
restraint properly in the vehicle
using the vehicle’s safety belt or
LATCH system, following the
instructions that came with that
child restraint and the instructions
in this manual.
To help reduce the chance of injury,
the child restraint must be secured
in the vehicle. Child restraint
systems must be secured in vehicle
seats by lap belts or the lap belt
portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by
the LATCH system. See Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 87 for more
information. Children can be
endangered in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle.

When securing an add-on child
restraint, refer to the instructions
that come with the restraint which
may be on the restraint itself or in a
booklet, or both, and to this manual.
The child restraint instructions are
important, so if they are not
available, obtain a replacement
copy from the manufacturer.
Keep in mind that an unsecured
child restraint can move around in a
collision or sudden stop and injure
people in the vehicle. Be sure to
properly secure any child restraint in
the vehicle — even when no child is
in it.
In some areas of the United States
and Canada, Certified Child
Passenger Safety Technicians
(CPSTs) are available to inspect
and demonstrate how to correctly
use and install child restraints. In
the U.S., refer to the National
Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) website to
locate the nearest child safety seat
inspection station. For CPST
availability in Canada, check with
Transport Canada or the Provincial
Ministry of Transportation office.

Securing the Child Within the
Child Restraint

{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child is not
properly secured in the child
restraint. Secure the child
properly following the instructions
that came with that child restraint.

Where to Put the
Restraint
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in an appropriate
child restraint secured in a rear
seating position.
Whenever possible, children aged
12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position.
Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front. This is because
the risk to the rear-facing child is so
great if the airbag deploys.

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{ Warning
A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the front passenger
airbag inflates. This is because
the back of the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
forward-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
front passenger airbag inflates
and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
passenger frontal airbag, no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though it is
turned off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the airbag
is off. If you secure a
forward-facing child restraint in
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
the front seat, always move the
front passenger seat as far back
as it will go. It is better to secure
the child restraint in a rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System
0 74 for additional information.
When securing a child restraint in a
rear seating position, study the
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is
compatible with this vehicle.
Child restraints and booster seats
vary considerably in size, and some
may fit in certain seating positions
better than others.
Depending on where you place the
child restraint and the size of the
child restraint, you may not be able
to access adjacent safety belts or
LATCH anchors for additional
passengers or child restraints.
Adjacent seating positions should
not be used if the child restraint
prevents access to or interferes with
the routing of the safety belt.

Wherever a child restraint is
installed, be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child
restraint system and secure the
child restraint system properly.
Keep in mind that an unsecured
child restraint can move around in a
collision or sudden stop and injure
people in the vehicle. Be sure to
properly secure any child restraint in
the vehicle — even when no child is
in it.

Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children
(LATCH System)
The LATCH system secures a child
restraint during driving or in a crash.
LATCH attachments on the child
restraint are used to attach the child
restraint to the anchors in the
vehicle. The LATCH system is
designed to make installation of a
child restraint easier.

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In order to use the LATCH system in
your vehicle, you need a child
restraint that has LATCH
attachments. LATCH-compatible
rear-facing and forward-facing child
restraints can be properly installed
using either the LATCH anchors or
the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not
use both the safety belts and the
LATCH anchorage system to secure
a rear-facing or forward-facing child
restraint.
Booster seats use the vehicle’s
safety belts to secure the child in
the booster seat. If the manufacturer
recommends that the booster seat
be secured with the LATCH system,
this can be done as long as the
booster seat can be positioned
properly and there is no interference
with the proper positioning of the
lap-shoulder belt on the child.
Make sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint,
and also the instructions in this
manual.

When installing a child restraint with
a top tether, you must also use
either the lower anchors or the
safety belts to properly secure the
child restraint. A child restraint must
never be attached using only the top
tether.
The LATCH anchorage system can
be used until the combined weight
of the child plus the child restraint is
29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt
alone instead of the LATCH
anchorage system once the
combined weight is more than
29.5 kg (65 lbs).

Not all vehicle seating positions or
child restraints have lower anchors
and attachments or top tether
anchors and attachments. In this
case, the safety belt must be used
(with top tether where available) to
secure the child restraint.
See Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
0 97 or Securing Child Restraints
(With the Safety Belt in the Rear
Seat) 0 95.

Lower Anchors

See Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
0 97 or Securing Child Restraints
(With the Safety Belt in the Rear
Seat) 0 95.
Child restraints built after March
2014 will be labeled with the
specific child weight up to which the
LATCH system can be used to
install the restraint.
The following explains how to attach
a child restraint with these
attachments in the vehicle.

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars
built into the vehicle. There are two
lower anchors for each LATCH

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seating position that will
accommodate a child restraint with
lower attachments (2).

Top Tether Anchor

The child restraint may have a
single tether (3) or a dual tether (4).
Either will have a single attachment
hook (2) to secure the top tether to
the anchor.

Lower Anchor and Top Tether
Anchor Locations

Some child restraints with top tether
are designed for use with or without
the top tether being attached.
Others require the top tether always
to be attached. In Canada, the law
requires that forward-facing child
restraints have a top tether, and that
the tether be attached. Be sure to
read and follow the instructions for
your child restraint.

I : Seating positions with top
A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
the child restraint to the vehicle.
A top tether anchor is built into the
vehicle. The top tether attachment
hook (2) on the child restraint
connects to the top tether anchor in
the vehicle in order to reduce the
forward movement and rotation of
the child restraint during driving or in
a crash.

tether anchors.

H : Seating positions with two
lower anchors.

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To assist in locating the lower
anchors, each seating position with
lower anchors has two labels, near
the crease between the seatback
and the seat cushion.

To assist in locating the top tether
anchors, the top tether anchor
symbol is on the trim near the
anchor.

the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top tether
must be attached.
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in a child
restraint system or infant restraint
system secured in a rear seating
position. See Where to Put the
Restraint 0 86 for additional
information.

Securing a Child Restraint
Designed for the LATCH
System

The outboard lower anchors are
behind the vertical openings in the
seat trim.

The top tether anchors are behind
the rear seats.
Be sure to use an anchor on the
same side of the vehicle as the
seating position where the child
restraint will be placed.
Do not secure a child restraint in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be attached, or if

{ Warning
A child could be seriously injured
or killed in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly attached
to the vehicle using either the
LATCH anchors or the vehicle
safety belt. Follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint
and the instructions in this
manual.

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{ Warning
To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injuries during a crash, do
not attach more than one child
restraint to a single anchor.
Attaching more than one child
restraint to a single anchor could
cause the anchor or attachment
to come loose or even break
during a crash. A child or others
could be injured.

Warning (Continued)
wrapped around a child’s neck.
If the shoulder belt is locked and
tightened around a child’s neck,
the only way to loosen the belt is
to cut it.
Buckle any unused safety belts
behind the child restraint so
children cannot reach them. Pull
the shoulder belt all the way out
of the retractor to set the lock,
and tighten the belt behind the
child restraint after the child
restraint has been installed.

Caution
Do not let the LATCH
attachments rub against the
vehicle’s safety belts. This may
damage these parts. If necessary,
move buckled safety belts to
avoid rubbing the LATCH
attachments.
(Continued)

Caution (Continued)
Do not fold the rear seatback
when the seat is occupied. Do not
fold the empty rear seat with a
safety belt buckled. This could
damage the safety belt or the
seat. Unbuckle and return the
safety belt to its stowed position,
before folding the seat.
If you need to secure more than one
child restraint in the rear seat, see
Where to Put the Restraint 0 86 for
additional information.
1. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments to the lower
anchors. If the child restraint
does not have lower
attachments or the desired
seating position does not have
lower anchors, secure the child
restraint with the top tether and
the safety belts. Refer to your
child restraint manufacturer
instructions and the
instructions in this manual.

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1.1. Find the lower anchors
for the desired seating
position.
1.2. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
For rear outboard seating
positions, if the head
restraint interferes with
the proper installation of
the child restraint, the
head restraint may be
removed. See “Head
Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation” at the end
of this section.
When installing a
rear-facing child restraint,
it may be necessary to
move the front seat
forward to properly install
the child restraint per the
child restraint
manufacturer instructions.
1.3. Attach and tighten the
lower attachments on the
child restraint to the lower
anchors.

2. If the child restraint
manufacturer recommends that
the top tether be attached,
attach and tighten the top
tether to the top tether anchor,
if equipped. Refer to the child
restraint instructions and the
following steps:
2.1. Find the top tether
anchor.
2.2. Remove the cargo cover
before installing the top
tether. Place the cargo
cover in its original
location after installing
your child restraint when
the head restraint is
removed.

If the position you are
using does not have a
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a
single tether, route the
tether over the seatback.

2.3. Route, attach, and tighten
the top tether according
to your child restraint
instructions and the
following instructions:
If the position you are
using does not have a
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Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation

and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether
over the seatback.

The rear outboard head restraints
can be removed if they interfere with
the proper installation of the child
restraint.
To remove the head restraint:

If the position you are
using has an adjustable
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a dual
tether, raise the headrest
or head restraint and
route the tether under the
headrest or head restraint
and around the headrest
or head restraint posts.

If the position you are
using has an adjustable
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a
single tether, raise the
headrest or head restraint
and route the tether
under the headrest or
head restraint and in
between the headrest or
head restraint posts.
3. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the LATCH path and attempt
to move it side to side and
back and forth. There should
be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement for proper
installation.

1. Partially fold the seatback
forward. See Rear Seats 0 60
for additional information.

2. Press both buttons on the head
restraint posts at the same
time, and pull up on the head
restraint.

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3. Store the head restraint in a
secure place.

To reinstall the head restraint:

4. When the child restraint is
removed, reinstall the head
restraint before the seating
position is used.

{ Warning
With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for
all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.

1. Partially fold the seatback
forward. See Rear Seats 0 60.
2. Insert the head restraint posts
into the holes in the top of the
seatback. The notches on the
posts must face the driver side
of the vehicle.
3. Push the head restraint down.
If necessary, press the height
adjustment release button to
further lower the head restraint.
See Head Restraints 0 55.

4. Return the head restraint to the
full upright position if folded.
Pull the head restraint up and
forward until it locks into place.
5. Try to move the head restraint
in all directions to make sure
that it is locked in place.
Always adjust the head
restraint so that the top of the
restraint is at the same height
as the top of the occupant's
head. See Head Restraints
0 55.

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Replacing LATCH System
Parts After a Crash

{ Warning
A crash can damage the LATCH
system in the vehicle. A damaged
LATCH system may not properly
secure the child restraint,
resulting in serious injury or even
death in a crash. To help make
sure the LATCH system is
working properly after a crash,
see your dealer to have the
system inspected and any
necessary replacements made as
soon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system
and it was being used during a
crash, new LATCH system parts
may be needed.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the LATCH
system was not being used at the
time of the crash.

Securing Child Restraints
(With the Safety Belt in
the Rear Seat)
When securing a child restraint in a
rear seating position, study the
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is
compatible with this vehicle.
If the child restraint has the LATCH
system, see Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 87 for how and where to
install the child restraint using
LATCH. If a child restraint is
secured in the vehicle using a
safety belt and it uses a top tether,
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 87 for
top tether anchor locations.
Do not secure a child seat in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be anchored, or if
the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top strap
must be anchored.

If the child restraint or vehicle seat
position does not have the LATCH
system, you will be using the safety
belt to secure the child restraint.
Be sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint.
If more than one child restraint
needs to be installed in the rear
seat, be sure to read Where to Put
the Restraint 0 86.
1. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
If the head restraint interferes
with the proper installation of
the child restraint, the head
restraint may be removed. See
“Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation” under Lower
Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 87.
2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
the lap and shoulder portions
of the vehicle's safety belt
through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

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3. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
Position the release button on
the buckle, away from the child
restraint system, so that the
safety belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.

4. Pull the shoulder belt all the
way out of the retractor to set
the lock. When the retractor
lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of
the retractor.

5. To tighten the belt, push down
on the child restraint, pull the
shoulder portion of the belt to
tighten the lap portion of the
belt, and feed the shoulder belt
back into the retractor. When
installing a forward-facing child
restraint, it may be helpful to
use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you
tighten the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 4 and 5.

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6. If the child restraint has a top
tether, follow the child restraint
manufacturer's instructions
regarding the use of the top
tether. See Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 87.
7. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the safety belt path and
attempt to move it side to side
and back and forth. When the
child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no
more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
If the top tether is attached to a top
tether anchor, disconnect it. If the
head restraint was removed,
reinstall it before the seating
position is used. See “Head
Restraint Removal and

Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors
and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 87 for additional
information on installing the head
restraint properly.

Securing Child Restraints
(With the Safety Belt in
the Front Seat)
This vehicle has airbags. A rear
seat is a safer place to secure a
forward-facing child restraint. See
Where to Put the Restraint 0 86.
In addition, the vehicle has a
passenger sensing system which is
designed to turn off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag under certain
conditions. See Passenger Sensing
System 0 74 and Passenger Airbag
Status Indicator 0 117 for more
information, including important
safety information.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front. This is because the risk to
the rear-facing child is so great if the
airbag deploys.

{ Warning
A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag inflates.
This is because the back of the
rear-facing child restraint would
be very close to the inflating
airbag. A child in a forward-facing
child restraint can be seriously
injured or killed if the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
inflates and the passenger seat is
in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though the
airbag(s) are off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the
airbag(s) are off. If you secure a
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forward-facing child restraint in
the front outboard passenger
seat, always move the seat as far
back as it will go. It is better to
secure the child restraint in a
rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System
0 74 for additional information.
If the child restraint uses a top
tether, see Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 87 for top tether anchor
locations.
Do not secure a child seat in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be anchored, or if
the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top strap
must be anchored.
In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached.

When using the lap-shoulder belt to
secure the child restraint in this
position, follow the instructions that
came with the child restraint and the
following instructions:

through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

1. Move the seat as far back as it
will go before securing the
forward-facing child restraint.
Move the seat upward or the
seatback to an upright position,
if needed, to get a tight
installation of the child
restraint.
When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal
airbag and knee airbag, the off
indicator on the passenger
airbag status indicator should
light and stay lit when you start
the vehicle. See Passenger
Airbag Status Indicator 0 117.
2. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
the lap and shoulder portions
of the vehicle's safety belt

4. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
Position the release button on
the buckle, away from the child
restraint system, so that the
safety belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.

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7. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the safety belt path and
attempt to move it side to side
and back and forth. When the
child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no
more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement.
5. Pull the shoulder belt all the
way out of the retractor to set
the lock. When the retractor
lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of
the retractor.

6. To tighten the belt, push down
on the child restraint, pull the
shoulder portion of the belt to
tighten the lap portion of the
belt, and feed the shoulder belt
back into the retractor. When
installing a forward-facing child
restraint, it may be helpful to
use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you
tighten the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.

If the airbags are off, the off
indicator in the passenger airbag
status indicator will come on and
stay on when the vehicle is started.
If a child restraint has been installed
and the on indicator is lit, see “If the
On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
Restraint” under Passenger Sensing
System 0 74.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
let it return to the stowed position.

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Storage

Storage
Compartments

Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . .
Instrument Panel Storage . . . .
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center Console Storage . . . . . .

100
100
100
101

Additional Storage Features
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Cargo Management
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Cupholders
The front cupholders are near the
shift lever.

{ Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.

Instrument Panel Storage

If equipped, lower the armrest to
access the rear cupholders. The
liner is removable for cleaning.

The instrument panel storage is
near the power outlet.

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Additional Storage
Features
Cargo Cover

{ Warning
An unsecured cargo cover could
strike people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash. Store the
cargo cover securely or remove it
from the vehicle.
There is storage in the center
console. Lift the lever on the front
to open.
There may be a small tray and
additional storage when the small
tray is detached.

The cargo cover can be used to
cover items in the rear of the
vehicle.

To remove the cargo cover:
1. Remove both of the cords from
the hooks at the top of the
liftgate.
2. Lift the cargo cover.

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Storage

Cargo Management
System

To install the cargo cover:
1. Align the cargo cover on the
trim panel edge on both sides
and lower downward, locking
the cargo cover into the hooks.
2. Reconnect both of the cords to
the hooks at the top of the
liftgate.

Pull up on the load floor cover to
access the cargo management
system.

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Instruments and
Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 104
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 104
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 105
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Pedestrian Safety Signal . . . . . 105
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 106
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Battery Gauge (High
Voltage) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . . 115
Power Indicator Gauge . . . . . . . 116

Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 116
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 117
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Charging System Light (12-Volt
Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Service Vehicle Soon Light . . . 118
Brake System Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Electric Parking Brake
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Service Electric Parking Brake
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 120
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 121
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
StabiliTrak® OFF Light . . . . . . . . 121
Traction Control System (TCS)/
StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . 122
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 123
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 123
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 123
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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Information Displays
Power Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programmable Charging . . . . . .
Energy Information . . . . . . . . . . .
Energy Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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124
131
132
133

Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Battery and Charging
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Brake System Messages . . . . . 136
Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 136
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 136
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 136
Electric Drive Unit
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 137
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Object Detection System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Propulsion Power
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Ride Control System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Airbag System Messages . . . . 140
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 140
Starting the Vehicle
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

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Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Vehicle Reminder
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 142

Controls

Steering Wheel Controls

Steering Wheel
Adjustment

If equipped, some audio controls
can be adjusted at the steering
wheel.
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.

g : If equipped
with OnStar® or a
®

Bluetooth system, press to interact
with those systems.
See OnStar Overview 0 340 or
Bluetooth 0 173.

c : Press to decline an incoming
call or end a current call. Press to
mute or unmute the infotainment
system when not on a call.
w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.

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o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
cluster.

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Heated Steering Wheel

@ : Press to select a highlighted
menu option.

yFAV or FAVz : Press to display
a list of favorites and select the next
or previous favorite when listening
to the radio.

There is a paddle on the left rear
side of the steering wheel for
regenerative braking. See
Regenerative Braking 0 212.

( : If equipped, press to turn on or
off. A light on the button displays
when the feature is turned on.
The steering wheel takes about
three minutes to start heating.

The volume switches are on the
right rear side of the steering wheel.
Press to increase or decrease the
volume.

Horn
Press a on the steering wheel pad
to sound the horn.

Pedestrian Safety Signal
The vehicle is equipped with
automatic sound generation.

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The automatic sound is generated
to indicate the vehicle presence to
pedestrians. The sound changes if
the vehicle is speeding up or
slowing down. It is activated when
the vehicle is shifted into a forward
gear or R (Reverse), up to 23 km/h
(14 mph).

HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.

Heavy snow or ice can overload the
wiper motor. If the wiper motor
overheats, the windshield wipers will
stop until the motor cools and the
wiper control is turned off. See
Electrical System Overload 0 263.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Wiper Parking

Damaged blades should be
replaced. See Wiper Blade
Replacement 0 259.

1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
the lever down. For multiple wipes,
hold the lever down.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper
blades and windshield before using
them. If frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them.

If the vehicle Is turned off while the
wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they
will immediately stop. If the
windshield wiper lever is then
moved to OFF before the driver
door is opened or within 10 minutes,
the wipers will restart and move to
the base of the windshield. If the
vehicle is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to
windshield washing, the wipers
continue to run until they reach the
base of the windshield.

f : Pull the windshield wiper
lever toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers.

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The wipers will continue until the
lever is released or the maximum
wash time is reached. When the
lever is released, additional wipes
may occur depending on how long
the windshield washer had been
activated. See Washer Fluid 0 255
for information on filling the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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Rear Window Wiper/
Washer

{ Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.

1 : Push the windshield wiper
The controls are on the end of the
windshield wiper lever.
Move the control to:
ON : To turn on.
OFF : To turn off.
INT : To turn on intermittent rear
wipes.

lever forward to spray washer fluid
on the rear window. If equipped with
the rear camera mirror, the washer
fluid is sprayed on the rear camera
at the same time. The lever returns
to its starting position when
released.

{ Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.

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Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
If the rear wiper control is off, the
rear wiper will automatically operate
continuously when the shift lever is
in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing low
or high speed wipes. If the rear
wiper control is off, the shift lever is
in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing
intermittent wipes, then the rear
wiper automatically performs
intermittent wipes.
This feature can be turned on or off.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 142.
The windshield washer reservoir is
used for the windshield and the rear
window. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir if either washer is not
working.

Compass
The vehicle has a compass display
in the instrument cluster above the
speedometer. The compass
receives its heading and other
information from the Global
Positioning System (GPS) antenna
and vehicle speed information.

The compass system has automatic
calibration and zone adjustment
features.
Avoid covering the GPS antenna for
long periods of time with objects
that may interfere with the antenna's
ability to receive a satellite signal.
The compass system is designed to
operate for a certain number of
miles or degrees of turn before
needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. The compass system will
automatically determine when a
GPS signal is restored and provide
a heading.

Clock
The infotainment system controls
are used to access the time and
date settings through the menu.
This can also be changed by
touching the clock, then touch 8 to
go to the Time and Date
Settings menu.

D : Press to access the
Home Page.
T : Touch to access the Icon View.

Y : Drag the scroll bar to navigate
the list.

R or
items.

Q : Touch to set up

0 : Touch to exit or return to the
previous screen or menu.
Setting the Time
When Auto Set is enabled, the time
cannot be manually set.
1. Touch

D, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then
touch Set Time.
4. Touch + or − to adjust the
value.
5. Touch R or Q to adjust
AM or PM for 12 hour format.
6. Touch

Setting the Date
1. Touch

D, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then
touch Set Date.

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4. Touch + or − to adjust the
value.
5. Touch

Auto Set
1. Touch

D, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings.

Power Outlets
The accessory power outlet can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a mobile phone or MP3
player. The accessory power outlet
only works with the vehicle
turned on.

3. Touch Time and Date, then
touch Auto Set.

The vehicle has an accessory
power outlet on the lower center
stack below the climate control.

4. Select from the available
options.

Open the cover to access and
replace when not in use.

5. Touch

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
1. Touch

D, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then
touch Set Time.
4. Select 12 hr or 24 hr format.
5. Touch

Caution
Leaving electrical equipment
plugged in for an extended period
of time while the vehicle is off will
drain the battery. Always unplug
electrical equipment when not in
use and do not plug in equipment
that exceeds the maximum
20 amp rating.

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Certain accessory power plugs may
not be compatible with the
accessory power outlet and could
overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
If a problem is experienced, see
your dealer.
When adding electrical equipment,
be sure to follow the proper
installation instructions included with
the equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0 247.

Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty. The power
outlets are designed for
accessory power plugs only, such
as mobile phone charge cords.

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Wireless Charging
The vehicle may have a wireless
charging pocket outside the armrest
of the center console. The system
wirelessly charges one PMA or Qi
compatible mobile device.
To check for mobile phone or other
device compatibility:
. In the U.S., see
my.chevrolet.com/learn.
. In Canada, see
gmtotalconnect.ca.
. Or, see your dealer for details.

{ Warning
Wireless charging can affect the
operation of an implanted
pacemaker or other medical
devices. If you have one, it is
recommended to consult with
your doctor before using the
wireless charging system.

The vehicle must be on, in Service
Mode, or in Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). The wireless charging
feature may not correctly indicate
charging when the vehicle is in RAP.
See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0 203.

Warning (Continued)
remove the mobile phone and
allow the object to cool before
removing it from the charging
pocket, to prevent burns.

The operating temperature is −20 °C
(−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the
charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to
35 °C (95 °F) for the mobile phone.

{ Warning
Remove all objects from the
charging pocket before charging
your mobile phone. Objects, such
as coins, keys, rings, paper clips,
or cards, between the mobile
phone and the charger will
become very hot. On the rare
occasion that the charging system
does not detect an object, and the
object gets wedged between the
mobile phone and the charger,
(Continued)

To charge a mobile phone:
1. Remove all objects from the
charging pocket. The system
may not charge if there are any
objects between the phone and
charging pocket.

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2. With the mobile phone screen
facing the driver side, insert the
device into the charging pocket
and W will appear on the
infotainment display. This
indicates that the mobile phone
is properly positioned and
charging.
If W does not appear on the
infotainment display:
1. Remove the phone from the
pocket and wait three seconds.
2. Turn the mobile phone
180 degrees and insert it back
into the pocket with the screen
facing the driver side.

Warning Lights,
Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can
signal that something is wrong
before it becomes serious enough
to cause an expensive repair or
replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could
prevent injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly
when the propulsion system is
started to indicate they are working.
When one of the warning lights
comes on and stays on while
driving, or when one of the gauges
shows there may be a problem,
check the section that explains what
to do. Waiting to do repairs can be
costly and even dangerous.

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Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster displays a
preview of information that includes
electric range, charging, odometer,
and battery status. This happens
upon entry when the driver door is
opened, before starting the vehicle.
This preview will dismiss after
starting the vehicle or soon after
closing the driver door.

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Reconfigurable Instrument
Cluster
The cluster layout can be changed.
There are three display
configurations to choose from:
Classic, Modern, and Enhanced.
Use the steering wheel control to
move between the different display
zones and scroll through the
different displays. See “Layout”
under “Cluster Menu” following.
. Classic configuration displays
the speedometer with a
simplified battery gauge and
efficiency light.
. Modern configuration displays
the speedometer with a battery
gauge and efficiency gauge.
. Enhanced configuration displays
the speedometer with battery
gauge, efficiency ring, and
power gauge.

Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area
in the center of the instrument
cluster.

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Cluster Menu Applications
. Vehicle info. This is where the
Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays can be viewed. See
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 133.
. Audio

Use the right steering wheel control
to open and scroll through the
different items and displays.
Press o to access the cluster
applications. Use w or x to scroll
through the list of available
applications. Press V to select the
application, then press p to enter
the application menu. Exit the menu
by pressing o.
Not all applications will be available
on all vehicles.

Phone

Onstar Navigation

Layout

Options

Audio
In the main view of the Audio
application, press w or x to scroll
through radio stations or move to
the next/previous track of a USB/
Bluetooth device that is connected
to the vehicle. Press V to select the
Audio app, then press p to enter
the Audio menu. In the Audio menu
browse for music, select from the
favorites, or change the audio
source.

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Phone
In the Phone menu, if there is no
active phone call, view recent calls,
scroll through contacts, or select
from the favorites. If there is an
active call, mute or unmute the
phone or switch to handset or
handsfree operation.

Onstar Navigation
This display is used for OnStar
Turn-by-Turn guidance, if equipped.

Layout
Choose Classic, Modern,
or Enhanced layout by pressing V
while the desired item is highlighted.
Exit the Layout menu by
pressing o.

Options

V to select the Options app.
Use w or x to scroll through the
Press

items in the Options menu. Exit the
Options menu by pressing o.

Units : Press p while Units is
displayed to enter the Units menu.
Use w or x to scroll through the
items. Choose U.S., Metric,
or Imperial by pressing V while the
desired item is highlighted.
Speed Warning : The speed
warning display allows the driver to
set a speed that they do not want to
exceed. To set the speed warning,
press V when Speed Warning is
displayed. Press w or x to adjust
the value. Press V to set the speed.
Once set, this feature can be turned
off by pressing V while viewing this
page. If the selected speed limit is
exceeded, a pop-up warning is
displayed and a chime may sound.
Help : Press p while Help is
displayed to enter the Help menu.
Use w or x to scroll through the
items in the Help menu.
Open Source Software : Press V
while Open Source Software is
highlighted to display open source
software information.

Speedometer
The speedometer shows the
vehicle's speed in either kilometers
per hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph).

Odometer
The odometer shows how far the
vehicle has been driven, in either
kilometers or miles.

Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows 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
Center (DIC). See Driver
Information Center (DIC) 0 133.

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Battery Gauge (High
Voltage)

The Max and Min values above and
below the display indicate the
longest and shortest possible range
as estimated from current vehicle
conditions and climate settings.

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Driver Efficiency Gauge

The mileage estimate and Max and
Min numbers are affected by climate
control system usage. Estimated
range may increase or decrease
based upon changes in climate
control energy consumption.

Enhanced Battery Gauge
This displays the high voltage
battery state of charge. The value in
the center is an estimate of how far
the vehicle can be driven on the
remaining charge as estimated from
driving habits and conditions
learned over several days.

A trend bar on the far left indicates
how recent vehicle conditions and
climate settings are affecting the
learned range prediction.
When the high voltage battery state
of charge is very low the estimated
range value in the center will
change to Low. Max and Min ranges
will no longer be displayed.
Additional alerts may display and a
sound may also be heard at low
state of charge.

Modern Efficiency Gauge Shown,
Classic Similar
This gauge is a guide to driving in
an efficient manner by keeping the
ball green and in the center of the
gauge. The outer ring of the
speedometer may also change color
to match the color of the efficiency
gauge depending on the display
layout.
Accel : If the ball turns yellow and
travels above the center of the
gauge, acceleration is too
aggressive to optimize efficiency.
Driving fast also uses more energy
than driving slowly.

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Brake : If the ball turns yellow and
travels below the center of the
gauge, braking is too aggressive to
optimize efficiency.

Power Indicator Gauge

Regenerative power may be limited
when the battery is near full charge
or cold. The regen battery icon will
appear gray when limited. The
regen power limit is also displayed
as a horizontal bar on the gauge.

Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder
Light

If the driver safety belt is buckled,
neither the light nor the chime
comes on.

Passenger Safety Belt
Reminder Light
There is a passenger safety belt
reminder light near the passenger
airbag status indicator.

There is a driver safety belt
reminder light on the instrument
cluster.

The power indicator gauge displays
the instantaneous charge and
discharge power flowing either into
or out of the high voltage battery.
Maximum discharge power is
available when the high voltage
battery is fully charged. During
normal operation, a slight reduction
in discharge power may occur as
the high voltage battery state of
charge decreases.

When the vehicle is started, this
light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind the driver to fasten
their safety belt. Then the light stays
on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle may continue several
times if the driver remains or
becomes unbuckled while the
vehicle is moving.

When the vehicle is started, this
light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind passengers to fasten
their safety belt. Then the light stays
on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle continues several times if
the passenger remains or becomes
unbuckled while the vehicle is
moving.
If the passenger safety belt is
buckled, neither the chime nor the
light comes on.

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The front passenger safety belt
reminder light and chime may turn
on if an object is put on the seat
such as a briefcase, handbag,
grocery bag, or other electronic
device. To turn off the reminder light
and/or chime, remove the object
from the seat or buckle the
safety belt.

Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an
electrical problem with the airbag
system. The system check includes
the airbag sensor(s), passenger
sensing system, the pretensioners
(if equipped), the airbag modules,
the wiring, and the crash sensing
and diagnostic module.

The airbag readiness light comes on
for several seconds when the
vehicle is started. If the light does
not come on then, have it fixed
immediately.

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safety information. The overhead
console has a passenger airbag
status indicator.

{ Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or
comes on while driving, it means
the airbag system might not be
working properly. The airbags in
the vehicle might not inflate in a
crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid
injury, have the vehicle serviced
right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag
system, a Driver Information Center
(DIC) message may also come on.

Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 74 for important

United States

Canada and Mexico
When the vehicle is started, the
passenger airbag status indicator
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
for on and off, for several seconds
as a system check. Then, after
several seconds, the status
indicator will light either ON or OFF,
or the on or off symbol to let you
know the status of the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag.

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If the word ON or the on symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag are allowed to
inflate.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has
turned off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there
are no lights at all, there may be a
problem with the lights or the
passenger sensing system. See
your dealer for service.

Warning (Continued)
away. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 117 for more information,
including important safety
information.

If a short distance must be driven
with the light on, be sure to turn off
all accessories, such as the radio.

Service Vehicle Soon
Light

Charging System Light
(12-Volt Battery)

This light comes on if a condition
exists that may require the vehicle
to be taken in for service.
The charging system light comes on
briefly when the vehicle is started,
as a check to show the light is
working.
If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving, there could be a
problem with the electrical charging
system. Have it checked by your
dealer. Driving while this light is on
could drain the 12-volt battery.

If the light comes on, take the
vehicle to your dealer for service as
soon as possible.

Brake System Warning
Light
The vehicle brake system consists
of two hydraulic circuits. If one
circuit is not working, the remaining
circuit can still work to stop the

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vehicle. For normal braking
performance, both circuits need to
be working
If the warning light comes on, there
is a brake problem. Have the brake
system inspected right away.

{ Warning
The brake system might not be
working properly if the brake
system warning light is on.
Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after
the vehicle has been pulled off
the road and carefully stopped,
have the vehicle towed for
service.

This light should come on briefly
when the vehicle is started. If it
does not come on then, see your
dealer for service.

English

Service Electric Parking
Brake Light

If the light comes on and stays on,
there is a brake problem.

Electric Parking Brake
Light
The service electric parking brake
light should come on briefly when
starting the vehicle. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.
Metric

English

This light comes on when the
parking brake is applied. If the light
flashes and stays on after the
parking brake is released, or while
driving, there is a problem with the
Electric Parking Brake system.
If the light does not come on,
or remains flashing, see your dealer.

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If this light stays on, there is a
problem with a system on the
vehicle that is causing the parking
brake system to work at a reduced
level. The vehicle can still be driven,
but should be taken to a dealer as
soon as possible. If a message
displays in the Driver Information
Center (DIC), see Brake System
Messages 0 136.

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Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light

antilock brakes will not work and
there is a problem with the regular
brakes.

Sport Mode Light

The ABS warning light will come on
briefly when the vehicle is started.
This is normal. If the light does not
come on then, have it fixed so it will
be ready to warn if there is a
problem.
If the light stays on or comes on
while driving, stop as soon as
possible and turn the vehicle off.
Then start the vehicle again to reset
the system. If the light still stays on,
or comes on again while driving, the
vehicle needs service. See your
dealer. If the regular brake system
warning light is not on, the brakes
will still work, but the antilock brakes
will not work. If the regular brake
system warning light is also on, the

This light comes on when Sport
Mode is selected.

This light is green if LKA is available
to assist.
LKA may assist by gently turning
the steering wheel if the vehicle
approaches a detected lane marking
without using the turn signal in that
direction. The LKA light will turn
amber.
This light is amber and flashes as a
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert, to indicate that the lane
marking has been crossed.

Vehicle Ahead Indicator

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Light

If available, this light comes on
briefly while starting the vehicle.
If it does not come on, have the
vehicle serviced.

If equipped, this indicator will
display green when a vehicle is
detected ahead and amber when
you are following a vehicle ahead
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Pedestrian Ahead
Indicator

dealer. If the system is working
normally, the indicator light then
turns off.
The traction off light comes on when
the Traction Control System (TCS)
has been turned off by pressing and
releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak
button.

If equipped, this indicator will
display amber when a nearby
pedestrian is detected directly in
front of the vehicle.
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System 0 225.

This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
light come on when StabiliTrak is
turned off.
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not
limited. Adjust driving accordingly.

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This light comes on when the
StabiliTrak system is turned off.
If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction
Control System (TCS) is also off.
If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the
system does not assist in controlling
the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and
the StabiliTrak systems, and the
warning light turns off.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 213.

Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light

Traction Off Light

This light comes on briefly while
starting the vehicle. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your

This light comes on briefly while
starting the vehicle. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer.

This light comes on briefly when the
vehicle is started.
If the light does not come on, have
the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally,
the indicator light turns off.

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If the light is on and not flashing, the
TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak
system have been disabled. A DIC
message may display. Check the
DIC messages to determine which
feature(s) is no longer functioning
and whether the vehicle requires
service.
If the indicator/warning light is on
and flashing, the TCS and/or the
StabiliTrak system is actively
working.

Tire Pressure Light

When the Light is On Steady
This indicates that one or more of
the tires are significantly
underinflated.
A message in the Driver Information
Center (DIC) may also display. Stop
as soon as possible, and inflate the
tires to the pressure value shown on
the Tire and Loading Information
label.
When the Light Flashes First and
Then Is On Steady

If the light stays on and the vehicle
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent
system.

Vehicle Ready Light

This indicates that there may be a
problem with the TPMS. The light
flashes for about one minute and
stays on steady until the vehicle is
off. This sequence repeats each
time the vehicle is started.

Security Light
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this light
comes on briefly when the vehicle is
started. It provides information
about tire pressures and the TPMS.

The security light should come on
briefly as the vehicle is started. If it
does not come on, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally, the
indicator light turns off.

The vehicle ready light comes on
whenever the vehicle is ready to be
driven.

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High-Beam On Light

Lamps On Reminder

Door Ajar Light

This light comes on when the
high-beam headlamps are in use.

This light comes on when the
exterior lamps are in use.

This light comes on when a door is
open or not securely latched.

IntelliBeam® Light

This light comes on when the
IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is
enabled.

Cruise Control Light

The cruise control light is white
when the cruise control is on and
ready, and turns green when the
cruise control is set and active.
The light turns off when the cruise
control is turned off. See Cruise
Control 0 215.

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Information Displays
Power Flows
To view the Power Flow screens on
the infotainment display, touch
Energy and then touch Flow.

The Power Flow screens indicate
the current operating condition. The
screens show energy flow to and
from the high voltage battery while
the vehicle is being driven. These
components will be highlighted
when they are active.

Programmable Charging
Important Information About
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
. Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’s electrical
system more than a typical
household appliance.
. Before you plug in to any
electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or may be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.

When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.

Mount the charge cord to reduce
strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.

Do not place the charge cord in
a position where it is expected to
be submerged in water.

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Danger (Continued)
.

Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.

Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit with
other electrical loads.

Charge Mode Selection

To view the current charge mode
status, touch Energy on the
infotainment display, and then touch
Charging.

schedule based on programmed
departure times, charge rate limits,
electric rate preference and
schedule, and priority charging
settings. If there is not sufficient
time after the charge cord is
plugged in, the vehicle will not be
fully charged by the departure time.
Departure Time Entry

See Charge Cord 0 239.

Programmable Charging
Modes

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Immediate : The vehicle starts
charging as soon as it is connected
to an electrical outlet. See Plug-In
Charging 0 231.

The charge Start and charge
Complete time estimations are also
displayed on the screen. These
estimations are most accurate when
the vehicle is plugged in and in
moderate temperature conditions.

The Departure charge mode allows
for the departure time to be entered
to match your personal schedule.

1. With Departure charge mode
selected, touch Edit.
Departure : The vehicle will
schedule charging to complete by
the programmed departure time.
The vehicle estimates the charging

2. The current programmed
departure time is displayed on
the tab with the day of the
week. Select the tab for the
day of the week to be edited.

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3. Touch + or − to change the
hours and minutes.
4. Touch y or
or PM.
5. Touch

z to change AM

0 to exit the screen.

Charge Current Limit Selection
The charge current limit setting
allows the vehicle’s charge current
to be selected so it matches the
capability of the charging location.
If the vehicle consistently stops
charging after being plugged in, or if
a circuit breaker continues to trip,
reducing to a lower charge current
limit setting may resolve the issue.
The charge current limit setting
should be configured to match the
electrical current rating for the
electrical outlet that the charge cord
is connected to. On the Charge
Mode tab, change the Charge Limit
selection between:
. 12 amps
.

8 amps

Exact current levels may vary from
the values shown in this manual.
Check the vehicle for the available
levels.
The charge limit can be changed
and saved using Location Based
Charging settings. The default value
is the lower current limit. The charge
current limit will reset to the lower
value when the vehicle is shifted
from P (Park) unless the Location
Based Charging feature is active
and set to retain this preference.
See “Location Based Charging” later
in this section.

Electric Rate Preference
The vehicle estimates the charging
start time based on the utility rate
schedule, utility rate preference, and
programmed departure time for the
current day of the week. The vehicle
will charge during the least
expensive rate periods to achieve a
full battery charge by the departure
time. Electrical rate information from
the utility company for the charging
location is required for this mode.
If the selected charge mode is
Departure, then electric rate
preference selection will display.
Electric Rate Preference Selection
From the Charge Mode tab on the
Charging screen with Departure
charge mode selected, touch More
to select the Electric Rate
Preference.

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For example, if the vehicle is
plugged in for only one hour prior to
the departure time, and the battery
is completely discharged, the
vehicle will not be fully charged by
the departure time regardless of the
rate selection.
Touch one of the following options
to select the Electric Rate
Preference:
. Off: Delay charging based on
departure.
. Off-Peak Only: Charge during
Off-Peak Rates.
. Cost Optimized Off- and
Mid-Peak: Charge during
Mid-Peak and Off-Peak Rates.
. Cost Optimized All Rates:
Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak,
and Off-Peak Rates.
Charging begins at the start time
and is complete by the departure
time only if sufficient time is allowed
after the charge cord is plugged in.

Also, if the selected electric rate
settings result in a very long charge
completion time, the vehicle will
start charging immediately upon
plug-in. For example, if the electric
rate table is set up with all Peak
rates and the rate preference is to
charge during Off-Peak rates only,
then the vehicle will start charging
immediately upon plug-in.
Electric Rate Schedule
From the Charge Mode tab on the
Charging screen, with Departure
charge mode and an Electric Rate
Preference selected, touch Edit next
to Electric Rate Preference.

Select one of the following for the
Charge Completion option:
. Earliest Possible
.

Latest Possible

Edit Electric Rate Schedule
Electric rates, or cost per unit, may
vary based on time, weekday/
weekend, and season. During the
day when the demand for electricity
is high, the rates are usually higher
and called Peak rates. At night
when the demand for electricity is
low, the rates are usually lower and
called Off-Peak rates. In some
areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered.

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Contact the utility company to obtain
the rate schedule for your area. The
summer and winter start dates must
be established to use a summer/
winter schedule.

1. Touch + or − to change the
month and day for the start of
Summer.
2. Select the Winter tab.
Touch Edit Electric Rate Schedule
from the Electric Rate Schedule
screen and select the desired
schedule.
. Yearly
.

Summer/Winter

Summer/Winter Schedule Start
Date Editing
With Summer/Winter as the
preferred rate schedule, touch Edit
on the Summer tab next to the
dates.

3. Touch + or − to change the
month and day for the start of
Winter.
4. Touch

0 to exit the screen.

Electric Rate Schedule Editing
Electric rate information from the
utility company for the charging
location is required.
1. Touch Edit Electric Rate
Schedule from the Electric
Rate Schedule screen and
select the desired schedule.

Yearly Shown, Summer/Winter
Similar
2. Touch Edit in the lower right
corner of the screen to edit the
electric rate schedule.
. Weekdays are Monday
through Friday and use the
same rate schedule.
. Weekends are Saturday
and Sunday and use the
same rate schedule.
Both weekday and
weekend schedules must
be set. The rate schedule
only applies for a 24-hour
period, starting at 12 AM
and ending at 12 AM. There
can be five rate changes for
each day; not all must
be used.

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Select Weekday or
Weekend.
3. Touch Set next to the row to be
edited.

Yearly Shown, Summer/Winter
Similar
4. Select Peak, Mid-Peak,
or Off-Peak. Use + or − to
enter the time, and y or z to
change AM or PM.
The finish times must be
consecutive. If a finish time
does not follow a start time, an
error message displays.
5. Touch OK.

Priority Charging
The priority charging feature will
work when the Departure charge
mode is selected. This feature is
designed to ensure that the high
voltage battery has a minimal
amount of energy prior to delaying a
charge. Upon completion of priority
charging, the vehicle will return to
normal Programmable Charging
operation.
The feature can be enabled/
disabled by selecting On/Off from
the Charge Mode tab on the
Charging screen when the
Departure charge mode is selected.
When enabled, Priority Charging will
only prevent Programmable
Charging while the high voltage
battery is recharged from a depleted
state to a 40% state of charge.

Temporary Charge Mode
Override and Cancel
Programmed delayed charge modes
can be temporarily overridden to an
Immediate charge mode for one
charge cycle. Also, the next planned
departure time can be temporarily
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addition to the in-vehicle overrides
through the programmable charging
screens, there are other ways to
temporarily override a delayed
charge mode. See Plug-In Charging
0 231.
Temporary Override of a Delayed
Charge Mode
The Temporary Override provides
the ability to set temporary charge
items for the next charge cycle.
1. Touch the Temporary Override
tab on the Charging screen.

2. Select:
. Immediate: Charge
immediately at plug in.

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.

Temporary Departure: Set
the temporary
departure time.

Off: Cancel the Temporary
Override.

Charge Mode will be set to
Immediate. When Location Based
Charging is on and the vehicle is
away from the saved home location,
then the selection for the charge
mode will be disabled and the
selection will be grayed out.
After 90 days, a notification will
display and the Charge Limit
Preference will need to be reset for
the next 90 days. See Important
Information earlier in this section.

To override or cancel an active DC
charging cycle, touch Stop on the
charging screen.

Location Based Charging
With Location Based Charging
enabled, the Charge Mode and
Charge Limit Preference are saved
and set back to the customer’s
preference every time the vehicle is
returned to the saved home
location. When the vehicle is not at
the saved home location, then the
vehicle will default to the lower limit
of Charge Limit Preference and the

When the GPS location is not
available, dashes will be displayed
and Location Based Charging will
be disabled until the GPS is
restored.
Using Location Based Charging
To use location based charging, a
home location must first be stored.
To store a home location:
1. From the Energy Home screen,
touch Energy Settings.
2. Touch Location Based
Charging.
3. Touch Set Home Location
4. Touch OK.

5. Touch On to enable Location
Based Charging.
To change the stored home location:
1. Touch Update Home Location
[ on the Location Based
Charging screen.
2. Touch Update, then OK to set
the new home location.
. Touch Cancel to make no
changes.
. Touch Remove to clear the
location and turn Location
Based Charging off.

Charging Interrupted or
Overridden Pop-Up

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The Charging Interrupted or
Overridden pop-up will appear if any
of the following conditions occur:
. The charging options have been
updated through the mobile app.
See KeyPass 0 44.
. The charge process was
interrupted by the utility
company through OnStar as
authorized by the vehicle owner
(available in select regions).
. There was an unintended loss of
AC power during the plug-in
charge event. For example,
there was a power outage or the
charge cord was unplugged from
the wall.
See Utility Interruption of Charging
0 245.

Programmable Charging
Disabled
When the Programmable Charging
system is disabled, the Unable to
Charge screen will display.

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Energy Usage Score

To view Energy Detail, Energy
Usage Score, and Efficiency History,
touch Energy on the infotainment
display, and then touch Information.
Touch h or k to go to the next
screen.
Energy Detail

This screen displays how energy is
being used since the last time the
high voltage battery was fully
charged. It includes Driving and
Accessories, Climate Settings, and
Battery Conditioning. The circle
graph displays these percentages.
Energy Used and Distance Traveled
are also displayed on the screen.

This screen provides an estimate of
the factors that influence energy
usage since the last full charge of
the high voltage battery. A positive
Score is desired to reach the
vehicle’s optimal energy usage
rating.
. Technique includes accelerating
and braking.
. Terrain includes road conditions,
such as hills, rain, and snow and
may be affected by wind and tire
pressure.
. Climate Settings includes how
the heat and air conditioning
are used.

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Outside Temperature includes
the effect that hot or cold air has
on vehicle aerodynamics.

bar provides the average energy
efficiency for the current 5 km
or 5 mi.

Score is the sum of the
individual scores.

Touch Reset to clear the
history data.

The individual scores provide an
understanding of how energy usage
is different from day to day, even
when traveling the same route.

the home location. See “Location
Based Charging” in
Programmable Charging 0 124.
.

Hill Top Reserve : Select Off,
On, On - Home Only, or On Away Only. See “Hill Top
Reserve” in Regenerative
Braking 0 212.

Energy Summary Pop-up : Set
the energy summary pop-up
feature to On or Off.

Charge Status Feedback : Set
the charge status feedback
feature to Horn Chirps or Off.

Charge Cord Theft Alert : This
feature allows the theft alert to
sound when there is an attempt
to remove the 120V portable
charge cord and the system is
armed. Set the charge cord theft
alert feature to On or Off.

Charge Power Loss Alert :
This feature allows an alert to
sound when the vehicle is
charging and loses power at the
electrical outlet. Set the charge
power loss alert feature to On
or Off.

Energy Settings

All values are reset after a complete
charge and may not be stable until
approximately 16 km (10 mi) have
been driven.
Efficiency History
To view and change the Energy
Settings, touch Energy and then
touch Energy Settings. Use the
arrows to scroll through the list.

With Efficiency History, a bar graph
shows the average amount of
energy that has been used over the
last 50 km or 50 mi. The Present

The following list of menu items may
be available:
. Location Based Charging This
feature allows the charging
settings to be remembered at
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.

2. Press w or x to scroll to the
Options application.

Radio Power Down : This
allows high voltage battery
power to be conserved.

3. Press V to enter the
Options menu.

Set the value for the reminder to
be displayed.

4. Scroll to Info Pages and
press p.

To set high voltage battery charge
level for Radio Power Down, touch
Energy, then Energy Settings, then
Radio Power Down. Select Off, 2%,
4%, 6%, 8%, or 10%.

5. Press w or x to move
through the list of possible
information displays.

Low Power Mode
This allows high voltage battery
power to be conserved.
1. Press and hold

2. Touch Yes. The screen will turn
off, and the audio is paused.
3. Press

O again to turn radio on.

Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC is displayed in the
instrument cluster. It shows the
status of many vehicle systems. The
controls for the DIC are on the right
steering wheel control. See
Instrument Cluster 0 111.

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w or x : Press to move up or
down in a list.

o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
cluster.
V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to
reset values on certain screens.
DIC Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be
turned on or off through the
Options menu.
1. Press o to access the cluster
applications.

6. Press V while an item is
highlighted to select or
deselect that item. When an
item is selected, a checkmark
will appear next to it.

DIC Info Pages
The following is the list of all
possible DIC info page displays.
Some may not be available for your
particular vehicle. Some items may
not be turned on by default but can
be turned on through the Options
app. See “DIC Info Page Options”
earlier in this section.

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Trip and Average Electrical
Energy Economy : The Trip display
shows the current distance traveled,
in either kilometers (km) or
miles (mi), since the trip odometer
was last reset. The trip odometer
can be reset by pressing and
holding V while this display is
active.
The Average Electrical Energy
Economy display shows the
approximate average kWh per
100 kilometers (kWh/100 km) or
miles per kWh. This number is
calculated based on the number of
kWh/100 km recorded since the last
time this menu item was reset. This
number reflects only the
approximate average electrical
energy economy that the vehicle
has right now, and will change as
driving conditions change. The
Average Electrical Energy Economy
can be reset along with the trip
odometer by pressing and holding
V while this display is active.

Tire Pressure : Shows the
approximate pressures of all four
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds
per square inch (psi). If the pressure
is low, the value for that tire is
shown in amber.
Average Speed : Shows the
average speed of the vehicle in
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). This average is
calculated based on the various
vehicle speeds recorded since the
last reset of this value. The average
speed can be reset by pressing and
holding V while this display is
active.

Timer : This display can be used as
a timer. To start the timer, press V
while this display is active. The
display will show the amount of time
that has passed since the timer was
last reset. To stop the timer, press V
briefly while this display is active
and the timer is running. To reset
the timer to zero, press and hold V
while this display is active.
Follow Distance Indicator : The
current follow time and distance to
the vehicle ahead is displayed as a
time and distance value on
this page.
Blank Page : The Blank Page
display allows for no information to
be displayed in the cluster info
display areas.

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Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed in the DIC
indicate the status of the vehicle or
some action that may be needed to
correct a condition. Multiple
messages may display one after the
other.
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be
acknowledged and cleared by
pressing V.
The messages that require
immediate action cannot be cleared
until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken
seriously; clearing the message
does not correct the problem.
The following are the possible
messages and some information
about them.

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Battery and Charging
Messages

The charge port door should be kept
fully closed when the vehicle is not
charging.

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE

BATTERY TOO COLD, PLUG IN
TO WARM

This message displays when the
vehicle has detected that the 12-volt
battery voltage has dropped and
vehicle features are being disabled.
The 12-volt battery saver system
starts reducing certain features
trying to save the charge of the
12-volt battery. Turn off unnecessary
features to allow the battery to
recharge. This message may also
display when the high voltage
battery is very low.

CHARGE CORD CONNECTED
This message displays when the
charge cord is connected to the
vehicle. The vehicle cannot be
shifted out of P (Park) with the
charge cord connected.

CHARGE DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the
charge port door is open and the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).

This message displays during
extremely cold temperatures, when
the vehicle will not start until the
high voltage battery is warm
enough.
Plug the vehicle in to an AC
charging station and make sure
POWER O is off to allow the
charging system to warm the high
voltage battery, then the vehicle can
be started. DC charging cannot be
used to recover a cold high voltage
battery.

CHARGE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when the
high voltage battery is low and the
vehicle needs to be charged.

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OUT OF ENERGY, CHARGE
VEHICLE NOW !
This message displays when the
high voltage battery is out of energy.
The vehicle must be charged.

PROBLEM DETECTED WITH
CHARGING STATION
This message displays when there
is a problem with the high voltage
charging station.

SERVICE BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
This message displays when there
is a fault in the 12-volt battery
charging system. Take the vehicle to
your dealer for service.

SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE
CHARGING SYSTEM
This message displays when there
is a problem with the high voltage
charging system. See your dealer
for service.

Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message displays when the
brake fluid level is low.

RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message displays if the Electric
Parking Brake is on while the
vehicle is in motion. Release it
before attempting to drive.

SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays when there
is a problem with the brake boost
system. When this message
displays, the brake pedal may be
harder to push and the stopping
distance may be longer. See your
dealer for service.

SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message displays when there
is a problem with the Electric
Parking Brake. See your dealer for
service.

STEP ON BRAKE TO
RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message displays when
attempting to release the Electric
Parking Brake without the brake
pedal applied.

Compass Messages
Dashes may be displayed if the
vehicle temporarily loses
communication with the Global
Positioning System (GPS).

Cruise Control Messages
CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays when the
cruise control is set and shows the
speed it was set to. See Cruise
Control 0 215.

Door Ajar Messages
DOOR(S) OPEN
A door open symbol will be
displayed on the DIC showing which
door is open.

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This symbol will be displayed if the
vehicle is out of P (Park). Close the
door completely.

HOOD OPEN
This message will display along with
a hood open symbol when the hood
is open. Close the hood completely.

REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message will display along with
a symbol when the liftgate is open.
Close the liftgate completely.

Electric Drive Unit
Messages
SHIFT TO PARK
This message displays when the
vehicle should be shifted to
P (Park). This may appear when
attempting to turn off the vehicle
when it is not in P (Park).

Key and Lock Messages
NO REMOTE KEY WAS
DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET, THEN
START YOUR VEHICLE
This message displays when trying
to start the vehicle if an RKE
transmitter is not detected. The
transmitter battery may be weak.

NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message displays when the
RKE transmitter is not detected
while attempting to start the vehicle.
The transmitter battery may be
weak. See “Starting the Vehicle with
a Low Transmitter Battery” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 33.

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vehicle off. If the vehicle is turned
off and a valid transmitter is not
available, the vehicle will not restart.

NUMBER OF KEYS
PROGRAMMED
This message displays when
programming new keys to the
vehicle.

REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE
This message displays when
leaving the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter still inside.

REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the
battery in the RKE transmitter needs
to be replaced.

NO REMOTE DETECTED,
PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART

SERVICE KEYLESS START
SYSTEM

This message displays if the RKE
transmitter is no longer detected in
the vehicle. Press the brake pedal
and POWER O to restart the
vehicle, or press POWER O without
pressing the brake pedal to turn the

This message displays when the
pushbutton start system needs
service. Take the vehicle to your
dealer.

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Lamp Messages
AUTO LIGHT CONTROL
ON/OFF
A message will display when the
automatic light control has been
turned on or off.

CHECK LAMP or LAMP
FAILURE
Depending on the lamp, one of
these messages may display.

TURN INDICATORS FAILURE
This messages displays when the
turn signal has gone out and needs
to be replaced. Take the vehicle to
your dealer.

TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays if the turn
signal has been left on. Turn off the
turn signal.

Object Detection System
Messages

FORWARD COLLISION
SYSTEM OFF

This message may also be
displayed if there is a problem with
the StabiliTrak system.

This message displays when
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
has been turned off.

FORWARD COLLISION
SYSTEM REDUCED
This message displays when
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
has been set to the Alert setting.

FORWARD COLLISION
SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
has been unavailable for some time.
FAB does not need service. This
message can display under the
following conditions:
. The front of the vehicle or
windshield is not clean. Keep
these areas clean and free of
mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush.

Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the object detection
performance.

LANE CHANGE ALERT
SYSTEM OFF
This message indicates that the
driver has turned the Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane
Change Alert (LCA) systems off.

LANE KEEP ASSIST SYSTEM
or LANE DEPARTURE
WARNING UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when the
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system is
temporarily unavailable. The LKA
system does not need service.
This message could be due to the
camera being blocked. Clean the
outside of the windshield behind the
rearview mirror.

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PARK ASSIST OFF
This message displays when the
Parking Assist system has been
turned off or when there is a
temporary condition causing the
system to be disabled.

SERVICE FORWARD
COLLISION SYSTEM
If this message displays, see your
dealer for service. Forward Collision
Alert (FCA) and/or Forward
Automatic Braking (FAB) may not
work. Do not use these systems
until the vehicle has been repaired.

SERVICE PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Parking Assist
system. Do not use this system to
help you park. See your dealer for
service.

SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on after
continued driving, the vehicle needs
service. Take the vehicle to your
dealer. Do not use the Front
Pedestrian Braking (FPB), Forward

Collision Alert (FCA), Forward
Automatic Braking (FAB), Lane
Keep Assist (LKA), and Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) features.

SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
SYSTEM
If this message remains on after
continued driving, the vehicle needs
service. Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA),
and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
features will not work. See your
dealer for service.

SIDE DETECTION
TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
This message indicates that Lane
Change Alert (LCA), and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are
disabled either because the sensor
is blocked and cannot detect
vehicles in the blind zone, or the
vehicle is passing through an open
area, such as the desert, where
there is insufficient data for
operation. This message may also
activate during heavy rain or due to
road spray. The vehicle does not
need service.

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TAKE STEERING
If LKA does not detect active driver
steering, an alert and chime may be
provided. Move the steering wheel
to dismiss. See Lane Keep Assist
(LKA) 0 229.

Propulsion Power
Messages
PROPULSION POWER IS
REDUCED
This message displays when the
propulsion power is reduced and
can affect the ability to accelerate.
If this message is on, but there is no
reduction in performance, proceed
to your destination. The
performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The
vehicle may be driven at a reduced
speed while this message is on, but
maximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced.
This message is most commonly
displayed when the high voltage
battery charge level is low. The
vehicle is limiting power to maximize
range.

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This message can display when the
vehicle is parked during extreme
cold conditions without being
plugged in. While driving the vehicle
with this message displayed, the
vehicle speed may be reduced until
the high voltage battery is
conditioned.

Ride Control System
Messages
LOW TRACTION

SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when there
is a problem detected with the
Traction Control System (TCS). The
vehicle is safe to drive, but the TCS
is not operational.

STABILITRAK or ESC OFF
This message displays when
StabiliTrak is turned off. Adjust your
driving accordingly.

This message displays when the
Antilock Brake System (ABS) is
active and is working to assist the
driver with control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF

SERVICE STABILITRAK
or ESC

TRACTION CONTROL ON

This message displays when there
is a problem detected with the
StabiliTrak system. The vehicle is
safe to drive, but the StabiliTrak
system is not operational.

This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is
turned off. Adjust your driving
accordingly.
This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is
turned on.

Airbag System Messages
SERVICE AIRBAG
This message displays if there is a
problem with the airbag system. See
your dealer for service.

Security Messages
SERVICE THEFT ALARM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the alarm. See your
dealer for service.

SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT
SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the theft-deterrent
system. See your dealer for service.

Service Vehicle Messages
SERVICE HEATER
This message displays if there is a
problem with the heater system.
Take the vehicle to your dealer for
service.

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SERVICE POWER STEERING
or STEERING ASSIST IS
REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE
One of these two messages
displays and a chime may sound
when there may be a problem with
the power steering system. If one of
these messages displays and a
reduction in steering performance or
loss of power steering assist is
noticed, see your dealer.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays if there is a
problem with the vehicle. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
Depending on the severity of a
crash, this message may come on
along with the airbag readiness
light.

Starting the Vehicle
Messages

PRESS BUTTON AGAIN TO
TURN VEHICLE OFF
This message displays as a
reminder to press POWER O to turn
the vehicle off when an attempt is
made to turn off the vehicle while it
is in motion.

Tire Messages
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
Pressure Monitor Operation 0 278.

TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the
system is learning new tires. See
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
0 278.

PRESS BRAKE TO START

TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
AIR TO TIRE

This message displays when
attempting to start the vehicle
without having the brake pedal
applied.

This message displays when the
pressure in one or more of the tires
is low.

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This message also displays LEFT
FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT
REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate
the location of the low tire.
The low tire pressure warning light
will also come on. See Tire
Pressure Light 0 122.
If a tire pressure message appears
on the DIC, stop as soon as
possible. Inflate the tires by adding
air until the tire pressure is equal to
the values shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tires
0 270, Vehicle Load Limits 0 197,
and Tire Pressure 0 276.
More than one tire pressure
message can appear at a time. The
DIC also shows the tire pressure
values. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0 133.

Vehicle Reminder
Messages
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message is displayed when ice
conditions are possible.

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Vehicle
Personalization
Use the audio system controls to
access the personalization menus
for customizing vehicle features.

Personalization Menu

The following list of menu items may
be available:
. Time and Date

Each menu is detailed in the
following information.

Software Information

Time and Date

Rear Seat Reminder

The following are all possible
personalization features. Depending
on the vehicle, some may not be
available.

Language (Language)

Manually set the time and date. See
“Time and Date” in Clock 0 108.

Teen Driver

Rear Seat Reminder

Radio Settings

{ : Touch to access the
Home Page.

Vehicle

Devices

T : Touch to access the Icon view.
Y : Drag the scroll bar to navigate

Device Remote Access

This message displays under
certain conditions indicating there
may be an item or passenger in the
rear seat. Check before exiting the
vehicle.

Bluetooth Phone

Apple CarPlay

Android Auto

This feature allows for a chime and
a message when the rear door has
been opened before or during
operation of the vehicle.

KeyPass

Select Off or On.

USB Auto Launch

Language (Language)

Wi-Fi

Display Settings

Select Language, then select from
the available language(s).

Rear Camera

Teen Driver

Return to Factory Settings

See Teen Driver 0 178.

Audible Touch Feedback

Text Scroll

the list.
0 : Touch to exit or return to the
previous screen or menu.
To access the menu:
1. Touch

2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch the menu item to
select it.
Each of the menus is detailed in the
following information.

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Radio Settings

Auto Heated Seats

Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear

To manage the radio features, see
“Radio Settings” under Settings
0 177.

When set to On, the heated seats
will automatically come on when the
vehicle is started. See Automatic
Climate Control System 0 184.

This allows the feature to be turned
on or off. See Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 107.

Vehicle
Select and the following may
display:
. Climate and Air Quality
.

Comfort and Convenience

Collision / Detection Systems

Lighting

Select Off or On.
Auto Defog
When set to On, the front defog will
automatically come on when the
vehicle is started. See Automatic
Climate Control System 0 184.

Select Off or On.
Collision / Detection Systems
Select and the following may
display:
. Forward Collision System
.

Front Pedestrian Detection

Select Off or On.

Park Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Lane Change Alert

Power Door Locks

Comfort and Convenience

Remote Lock / Unlock / Start

Select and the following may
display:
. Chime Volume

Climate and Air Quality
Select and the following may
display:
. Auto Fan Speed
.

Auto Heated Seats

Auto Defog

Auto Fan Speed
This feature will set the maximum
auto fan speed.
Select Low, Medium, or High.

Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear

Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the
chime volume level.
Select + or − to adjust the volume.

Forward Collision System
This feature will turn on or off the
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB).
The Off setting disables all FCA and
FAB functions. With the Alert and
Brake setting, both FCA and FAB
are available. The Alert setting
disables FAB. See Forward
Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 224.
Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake.

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Front Pedestrian Detection

Vehicle Locator Lights

Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out

This allows the feature’s notification
to be customized.

When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the
door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available.

This allows the feature to be turned
on or off.

This feature will flash the exterior
lamps and allows some of the
exterior lamps and most of the
interior lamps to turn on briefly
when K on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed
to locate the vehicle.

Select Off or On.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Exit Lighting

This allows the Rear Cross Traffic
Alert feature to be turned on or off.

This allows the selection of how
long the exterior lamps stay on
when leaving the vehicle when it is
dark outside.

Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake.
Park Assist

Select Off or On. See Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing
0 219.
Lane Change Alert
This allows the Lane Change Alert
feature to be turned on or off.

Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60
Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks

Select Off or On. See Lane Change
Alert (LCA) 0 227.

Select and the following may
display:
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out

Lighting

Auto Door Unlock

Select and the following may
display:
. Vehicle Locator Lights

Delayed Door Lock

Exit Lighting

Select Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors. To override the
delay, press the power door lock
switch on the door.
Select Off or On.
Remote Lock / Unlock / Start
Select and the following may
display:
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback
.

Remote Lock Feedback

Remote Door Unlock

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Devices

Passive Door Unlock

Passive Door Lock

This shows status of the connected
device.

Remote Left in Vehicle Alert

If equipped and turned on, this
feature will turn the heated seats on
when using remote start on
cold days.

Remote Unlock Light Feedback

Select Off or On.

When on, the exterior lamps will
flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter.

Passive Door Unlock

Select Off or Flash Lights
Remote Lock Feedback

This allows the selection of what
doors will unlock when using the
button on the outside driver door
handle to unlock the vehicle.

This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when locking the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.

Select All Doors or Driver
Door Only.

Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights
Only, or Horn Only.

This allows passive locking to be
turned on or off and selects
feedback.

Remote Door Unlock

Passive Door Lock

This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when pressing K on the
RKE transmitter.

Select Off, On with Horn
Chirp, or On.

Select All Doors or Driver Door.

This feature sounds an alert when
the RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle.

Remote Left in Vehicle Alert

Select Off or On.

Touch Add Device if a device needs
to be added.

Device Remote Access
This will allow devices to control
system functionality and
access data.
Select Off or On.

Bluetooth Phone
This allows the connected Bluetooth
phone to be configured. See
“Bluetooth Phone” in Settings 0 177.
. My Number
.

Privacy

Sort Contacts

Resync Device Contacts

My Number
This displays the phone number of
the connected Bluetooth device.

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Privacy

This allows call alerts to appear on
the infotainment display.

KeyPass

Manage KeyPass Devices

Wi-Fi

Select Off or On.

This feature allows smartphones to
be connected to the vehicle.

This feature allows for a connection
to available protected Wi-Fi
networks in range of the vehicle to
be turned off or on.

Sort Contacts

Select to turn Off or On.

Select Off or On.

Touch to sort by first or last name.

Manage KeyPass Devices

Manage Wi-Fi Networks

Resync Device Contacts
This resyncs the contacts on the
phone.

Select to manage smartphones.
Smartphones must be on for this
feature to be accessed.

Apple CarPlay™

USB Auto Launch

Select to manage a list of available
protected networks. Wi-Fi must be
set to On for this feature to be
accessed.

This feature allows Apple devices to
be connected to the infotainment
system through a USB port.

This allows Android and Apple
CarPlay devices to automatically
connect when plugged into the
USB port.

Select Off or On.

Android Auto™
This feature allows Android devices
to be connected to the infotainment
system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.

KeyPass
Select and the following may
display:
. KeyPass

Select Off or On.

Wi-Fi
Select and the following may
display:
. Wi-Fi
.

Manage Wi-Fi Networks

Display Settings
Select and the following choices will
display:
. Blue Sky
.

Sunset Orange

Black Eclipse

Choose one of these options to
change the display settings.

Rear Camera
Select and the following may
display:
. Symbols
.

Guidelines

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Instruments and Controls
Symbols

Audible Touch Feedback

Select to turn Off or On.

Guidelines Lines

Text Scroll

Select to turn Off or On.

Return to Factory Settings

Software Information

Select and the following may
display:
. Reset Vehicle Settings

Select and the following may
display:
. Open Source

Clear All Private Data

Software Update

Restore Radio Settings

Update Preference

Reset Vehicle Settings

Open Source

This allows vehicle settings to be
reset.

Select to view the infotainment
system current software information.

Select Continue or Cancel.

Software Update

Clear All Private Data
This allows all private information
from the vehicle to be cleared.

This allows the ability to search for
updates when connected to Wi-Fi if
updates are available.

Select Continue or Cancel.

Update Preference

Restore Radio Settings

Select to download new software
updates in the background.

This allows radio settings
preferences to be restored to the
default.
Select Continue or Cancel.

Select Off or On.

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Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 148
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 151
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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152
152
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Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 154

5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.

IntelliBeam® System
If equipped, this system turns the
vehicle's high-beam headlamps on
and off according to surrounding
traffic conditions.
The system turns the high-beam
headlamps on when it is dark
enough and there is no other traffic
present.

The exterior lamp control is on the
instrument panel to the left of the
steering column.

P : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off.
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically depending on
outside lighting.

; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the
headlamps. The instrument panel
lights also turn on.

This light comes on in the
instrument cluster when the
IntelliBeam system is enabled.

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Turning On and Enabling
IntelliBeam

To enable the IntelliBeam system,
press b on the turn signal lever
when the exterior lamp control is in
the AUTO or 5 position.
The blue high-beam on light
appears on the instrument cluster
when the high beams are on.

Driving with IntelliBeam
The system only activates the high
beams when driving over 40 km/h
(25 mph).
There is a sensor near the top
center of the windshield that
automatically controls the system.

Keep this area of the windshield
clear of debris to allow for best
system performance.
The high-beam headlamps remain
on, under the automatic control,
until one of the following situations
occurs:
. The system detects an
approaching vehicle’s
headlamps.
. The system detects a preceding
vehicle’s taillamps.
. The outside light is bright
enough that high-beam
headlamps are not required.
. The vehicle's speed drops below
20 km/h (12 mph).
. The IntelliBeam system is
disabled by the high/low-beam
changer or the flash-to-pass
feature. If this happens,
press b on the turn signal
lever when the exterior
lamp control is in the AUTO
or 5 position.

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The instrument cluster light will
come on to indicate the
IntelliBeam system is
reactivated.
The high beams may not turn off
automatically if the system cannot
detect another vehicle's lamps
because of any of the following:
. The other vehicle’s lamps are
missing, damaged, obstructed
from view, or otherwise
undetected.
. The other vehicle‘s lamps are
covered with dirt, snow, and/or
road spray.
. The other vehicle’s lamps cannot
be detected due to dense
exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road
spray, mist, or other airborne
obstructions.
. The vehicle's windshield is dirty,
cracked, or obstructed by
something that blocks the view
of the light sensor.

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The vehicle is loaded such that
the front end points upward,
causing the light sensor to aim
high and not detect headlamps
and taillamps.
Driving on winding or hilly roads.

The IntelliBeam system may need to
be disabled if any of the above
conditions exist.

Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder
A warning chime sounds if the driver
door is opened while the vehicle is
off and the exterior lamps are on.

Headlamp High/
Low-Beam Changer
Push the turn signal lever away
from you and release, to turn the
high beams on. To return to low
beams, push the lever again or pull
it toward you and release.

This indicator light turns on in the
instrument cluster when the
high-beam headlamps are on.

Flash-to-Pass
To flash the high beams, pull the
turn signal lever toward you, and
release.

Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL)
DRL can make it easier for others to
see the front of your vehicle during
the day. Fully functional DRL are
required on all vehicles first sold in
Canada.
The DRL system comes on in
daylight when the following
conditions are met:
. The power button is on.

The exterior lamp control is
in AUTO.

The light sensor determines it is
daytime.

The vehicle is not in P (Park).

When the DRL are on, the taillamps,
sidemarker lamps, instrument panel
lights, and other lamps will not
be on.
The DRL turn off when the
headlamps are turned to P or the
vehicle is off.
For vehicles first sold in Canada,
the DRL can only be turned off
when the electric drive unit is in
P (Park).

Automatic Headlamp
System
The headlamps come on
automatically when the exterior
lamp control is set to AUTO and it is
dark enough outside.

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Lights On with Wipers

There is a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Do not cover the
sensor, otherwise the headlamps
will come on when they are not
needed.

If the windshield wipers are
activated in daylight with the vehicle
on, and the exterior lamp control is
in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
lamps, and other exterior lamps
come on. The transition time for the
lamps coming on varies based on
wiper speed. When the wipers are
not operating, these lamps turn off.
Move the exterior lamp control to P
or ; to disable this feature.

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| : Press to make the front and
rear turn signal lamps flash on and
off. This warns others that you are
having trouble. Press the button
again to turn the flashers off.
When the hazard warning flashers
are on, the turn signals will
not work.

Turn and Lane-Change
Signals

Hazard Warning Flashers

The system may also turn on the
headlamps when driving through a
parking garage or tunnel.
When it is bright enough outside,
the headlamps will turn off or may
change to Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL).
The automatic headlamp system
turns off when the exterior lamp
control is turned to P or the vehicle
is off.

Move the lever all the way up or
down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
flashes in the direction of the turn or
lane change.
The hazard warning flasher button
is on the center stack.

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Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane
change is completed.
If the lever is briefly pressed and
released, the turn signal flashes
three times.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

Instrument Panel
Illumination Control

The turn and lane-change signal
can be turned off manually by
moving the lever back to its original
position.
If after signaling a turn or lane
change, the arrow flashes rapidly or
does not come on, a signal bulb
may be burned out.
Replace any burned out bulbs. If a
bulb is not burned out, check the
fuse. See Underhood Compartment
Fuse Block 0 264.

The brightness of the instrument
cluster display, infotainment display
and controls, steering wheel
controls, and all other illuminated
controls, as well as feature status
indicators can be adjusted.
The knob for this feature is on the
instrument panel beside the steering
column.

Courtesy Lamps
The courtesy lamps come on when
any door is opened and the dome
lamp is in the 1 position.

The dome lamp controls are in the
headliner above the front seats.

R OFF : Press to turn the lamps
off, even when a door is open.

1 : When the button is returned to
the middle position, the lamps turn
on automatically when a door is
opened.

+ ON : Press to turn on the dome
lamps.

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Reading Lamps

Lighting Features

There are front and rear reading
lamps.

Entry Lighting

The rear reading lamps are in the
headliner.

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

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Some exterior lamps and the interior
lamps turn on briefly at night when
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter K is pressed. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 33. The lights
turn off immediately when the
vehicle is started or automatically
after a brief period.
This feature can be turned on or off.
See “Vehicle Locator Lights” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

The front reading lamps are in the
overhead console.

Exit Lighting

Press the lamp lenses to turn the
reading lamps on or off.

Some exterior lamps come on at
night when the vehicle is turned off
and the driver door is opened.
Some interior lamps also come on
when the vehicle is turned off. The
exterior lamps and interior lamps
remain on after the door is closed
for a brief period and then turn off.
This feature can be turned on or off.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

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Battery Power Protection
The battery saver feature is
designed to protect the vehicle's
12-volt battery.
If some interior lamps and/or the
headlamps are left on and the
vehicle is turned off, the battery
rundown protection system
automatically turns the lamp off after
some time.

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Infotainment
System
Introduction
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 156
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 163

Audio Players
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

OnStar System
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

Phone
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Settings
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Downloadable Applications
Downloading Apps . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Trademarks and License
Agreements
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

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Introduction
Read the following pages to
become familiar with the features.

{ Warning
Taking your eyes off the road for
too long or too often while using
any infotainment feature can
cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
give extended attention to
infotainment tasks while driving.
Limit your glances at the vehicle
displays and focus your attention
on driving. Use voice commands
whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-in
features intended to help avoid
distraction by disabling some
functions when driving. These
functions may gray out when they
are unavailable. Many infotainment
features are also available through
the instrument cluster and steering
wheel controls.

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Before driving:
. Become familiar with the
operation of the center stack
controls and the infotainment
system.
. Set up the audio by presetting
favorite stations, setting the
tone, and adjusting the
speakers.
. Set up phone numbers in
advance so they can be called
easily by pressing a single
control or by using a single voice
command if equipped with
Bluetooth phone capability.

The infotainment system only works
in the vehicle in which it was first
installed, and cannot be used in
another vehicle.

Overview

See Defensive Driving 0 192.
To play the infotainment system with
the vehicle off, see Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203.

Theft-Deterrent Feature

1. Infotainment Display:
. Display for Play/Reception/
Menu information.

The infotainment system has an
electronic security system installed
to prevent theft.

2. Volume Knob:
. Turn the volume knob to
adjust the volume.
3.

O:
.

Press and hold to turn the
power on/off.

Press to mute/unmute the
audio when the system
is on.

{:
.

Press to go to the
Home Page.

Press and hold to launch
Apple CarPlay™ or Android
Auto™, if equipped.

g or d :
.

Radio: Press to seek the
previous or next strongest
station or channel.

USB/Music/Pictures: Press
to go to the previous or next
content. Press and hold to
fast rewind or fast forward.

Operation
Turning On/Off Automatically
When the vehicle is on, the
infotainment system turns on
automatically.

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When the vehicle is off and the
driver door of the vehicle is opened,
the infotainment system turns off
automatically.
If O is pressed and held when the
vehicle is off, the infotainment
system will turn on. The system will
turn off automatically after
approximately 10 minutes.

Full Screen Clock
.

Touch the time display on the
screen to display a full screen of
the clock.
Touch 0 to return to the
previous screen.

Volume Control
Turn the volume knob to adjust the
volume. The current volume is
indicated.
. If equipped, use the volume
switches on the back of the
steering wheel to adjust the
volume. See Steering Wheel
Controls 0 104.

Turning on the infotainment
system power will set the
volume level to its previous
selection if it is lower than the
maximum starting volume level.

If the volume level is louder than
the maximum starting volume
level when the infotainment
system is turned on, the
infotainment system is adjusted
automatically to the maximum
starting volume level.

Edit Home Page Layout
1. When the vehicle is stationary,
touch { Edit on the
Home Page.

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2. Select the desired layout:
Standard, Family, Eco,
or Custom.
If Custom is selected, the
display will switch to custom
layout editing. This allows the
changing of location and
content of information
displayed on the Home Page.

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Using Icon View

Settings : Touch to access the
Personalization menu. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.
Gallery : Touch to view a picture.
See “Gallery” under “Selecting a
Function” following.
OnStar : Touch to use the OnStar®
function. See OnStar Overview
0 340.
Camera : Touch to access the Rear
Vision Camera. See Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing
0 219.

Press

{, then touch T.

Icon view may vary depending on
vehicle options.
Audio : Touch to select AM, FM,
SXM (if equipped), AUX, or USB/
iPod/Bluetooth Audio.
Phone : Touch to activate the
phone features. See Bluetooth
0 173.
Projection : Touch to access
supported devices when connected.
See USB Port 0 164.

Selecting a Function
Audio
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Audio, then Source.
. Touch AM to select AM
radio.
. Touch FM to select FM
radio.
. Touch SXM to select
SiriusXM radio (if
equipped).

Touch iPod to select iPod
music.

Touch USB1 to select
USB1 music.

Touch USB2 to select
USB2 music.

Touch Bluetooth to select
Bluetooth music.

Touch AUX to select
auxiliary sound input.

If the playback source (iPod/USB/
AUX/Bluetooth) is not connected to
the infotainment system, this
function is not available.
Audio source availability may vary
depending on the region.
The infotainment system can only
support two USB devices for the
front USB ports.
Phone
To operate Bluetooth Hands-Free
function, connect the Bluetooth
phone to the infotainment system.
1. Press

{, then touch T.

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2. Touch Phone, then touch 5 on
the infotainment display,
or press g on the steering
wheel controls.
Settings
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then select an
item from the menu and adjust
the settings by selecting from
the available options. See
Settings 0 177.
Gallery
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Gallery, then touch '
menu to view picture files
contained in the USB storage
device.

Software Updates
Over-the-Air Software Updates
If equipped, the infotainment system
can download and install software
updates over a wireless connection.
The system will prompt high priority
updates to be downloaded and

installed, while others can be
manually accessed. To manually
check for updates:
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then Software
Information.
3. Touch Software Update and
follow the on-screen prompts.
Steps for downloading and
installing updates may vary by
vehicle.
Downloading Over-the-Air software
updates requires Internet
connectivity, which can be accessed
through the vehicle’s OnStar Wi-Fi
hotspot, if equipped. Optionally, a
secured Wi-Fi hotspot such as a
mobile device hotspot, a home
hotspot, or a public hotspot can be
used. To connect the infotainment
system to a secured mobile device
hotspot, home hotspot, or public
hotspot:
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then Wi-Fi.

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3. Touch Manage Wi-Fi Networks,
then select the appropriate
Wi-Fi network and follow the
on-screen prompts.
Download speeds may vary.
On most mobile devices,
activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot
is in the Settings menu under
Mobile Network Sharing,
Personal Hotspot, Mobile
Hotspot, or similar.
Availability of Over-the-Air software
updates varies by vehicle and
country. In the U.S., see
my.chevrolet.com/learn. In Canada,
see my.chevrolet.ca. In Mexico see
your dealer.

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Searching for Stations Directly

Radio
AM-FM Radio
Listening to AM-FM Radio
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Audio, then Source.
3. Touch FM or AM. The most
recently listened to AM or FM
radio station is displayed.
RDS (Radio Data System) function
is only available in countries that
support this function.

Searching for Stations
Automatically
Press g or d to automatically
search for an available station with
good reception.
If RDS is supported, it will tune to
the station and may include
additional information such as time,
station identification, and program
information.

1. Touch Tune.
2. Using the keypad, enter the
desired station number.
Touching the period between digits
is not necessary. The radio will add
it automatically at the correct
location.

Favorite Preset Operation
Saving Favorites
1. Select the band.
2. Select the desired station.
3. Touch q or touch and hold the
favorite in the Favorites list to
overwrite.
4. To delete it from the Favorites
list, touch q, or swipe the
station from the list on the right.
Up to 15 radio stations can be
saved in the Favorites list.
Listening to Favorites Directly
1. Touch Favorites to see the list
of favorites.
2. Touch the desired station.

The steering wheel control can also
be used to select favorites. See
Steering Wheel Controls 0 104.

Using the AM or FM
Radio Menu
General Operation of the Menu
1. Select the desired band.
2. Touch Menu.
3. Touch the desired menu to
select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.
4. Touch q Now Playing to return
to the previous menu.
Current Station Information
1. From the AM or FM Menu,
touch Browse Audio.
2. Touch Current Station
Information to display the
station information.
AM or FM Stations
1. From the AM or FM Menu,
touch Browse Audio.

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2. Touch AM Stations or FM
Stations. The AM List or FM
List is displayed.

Tone Settings

FM Categories
1. From the FM Menu, touch
Browse Audio.

Fade : Adjust the front/rear
speaker balance by
dragging the dot in the
vehicle interior image.

Balance : Adjust the left/
right speaker balance by
dragging the dot in the
vehicle interior image.

EQ (Equalizer) : Select or
turn off the sound style:
Talk, Rock, Jazz, Pop,
Country, Classical,
or Custom. If equipped with
Bose® premium audio, only
Talk and Custom are
available.

2. Touch FM Categories.
3. Touch the desired category and
station.
The FM category list is only
available for RDS (Radio Data
System).
Update AM or FM Stations
1. From the FM or AM Menu,
touch Browse Audio.
2. Touch Update AM Stations or
Update FM Stations.

1. From the AM or FM Menu,
touch Audio Settings.
2. Touch Tone Settings to enter
the sound setup mode. The
Tone settings menu is
displayed.
. Bass : Touch - or + to
adjust the bass level
manually.
. Mid (Midrange) : Touch - or
+ to adjust the midrange
level manually.
. Treble : Touch - or + to
adjust the treble level
manually.

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3. Touch 0 to return to the
previous menu.
Auto Volume
When Auto Volume is turned on, the
volume will automatically be
controlled according to the vehicle
speed to offset the noise from
outside.
1. From the AM or FM Menu,
touch Audio Settings.
2. Touch Auto Volume.

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3. Select the desired option: Off,
Low, Medium-Low, Medium,
Medium-High, or High.
RDS
The RDS function can be set
for FM.
1. From the FM Menu, touch
Audio Settings.
2. Set RDS to On or Off.

Satellite Radio
Vehicles equipped with a SiriusXM®
satellite radio tuner and a valid
SiriusXM satellite radio subscription
can receive SiriusXM programming.

Refer to:
. www.siriusxm.com or call
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
. www.siriusxm.ca or call
1-877-438-9677 (Canada).

Listening to SXM Radio
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Audio, then Source.
3. Touch SXM. The most recently
listened to SXM channel is
displayed.

Searching for Channels
Automatically
Press g or d to automatically
search for available channels.

Searching for Channels
Directly
1. Touch Tune.
2. Using the keypad, enter the
desired channel.

Searching for Channels Using
Favorites
Saving Favorites
1. Select the desired channel.
2. Touch q or touch and hold the
favorite in the list to overwrite.
3. To delete a channel from
Favorites, touch q, or swipe
the channel from the list on the
right.
Up to 15 channels can be
saved in the Favorites list.
Listening to Favorites Directly
1. Touch Favorites to see the list
of favorites.
2. Touch the desired channel.

Using the SXM Radio Menu
General Operation of the Menu
1. Touch Menu on the SXM radio
screen.
2. Touch Browse Audio or Audio
Settings to select and display
the item’s detailed menu.

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3. Touch q Now Playing to return
to the previous screen.
Browse Audio
. Current Channel Information
Touch Current Channel
Information. The channel
information is displayed.
.

SXM Channels
Touch SXM Channels. The SXM
List is displayed.

SXM Categories
SXM categories are defined by
the SiriusXM service provider.
Touch SXM Categories.
Touch the desired category and
channel.

Audio Settings
. Tone Settings
Set up sound features from the
Tone Settings menu. See “Tone
Settings” under “AM-FM Radio”
previously in this section.
.

Auto Volume

Volume will be automatically
controlled. See “Auto Volume”
under “AM-FM Radio” previously
in this section.
.

Explicit Content Filter
Choose this menu item to turn
On or Off the filtering of explicit
channels from SXM. When
selected, this item will give a
brief description of the feature
and a list item can be set to On
or Off.
From the SXM Menu, touch
Audio Settings.
Set Explicit Content Filter
feature to On or Off to allow for
a filtered list of channels.

Multi-Band Antenna
If equipped, the roof antenna is for
GPS (Global Positioning System).
Keep clear of obstructions for clear
reception.

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Mobile Phone Usage
Mobile phone usage can cause
interference with the vehicle's radio.
Unplug the mobile phone or turn it
off if this occurs.

AM
The range for most AM stations is
greater than for FM, especially at
night. The longer range can cause
station frequencies to interfere with
each other. Static can occur when
things like storms and power lines
interfere with radio reception. When
this happens, try reducing the treble
on the radio.

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memory card is connected by
using a USB adaptor. Use a
USB or flash memory type
storage device.

Windows Media Audio
Windows Media Audio 10

USB Port

CBR between 32 and 768 kbps

The USB ports are in the center
console and are for data and
charging. If equipped, there are two
USB charge ports in the rear of the
center console. The infotainment
system can play the music files
contained in the USB storage
device or a device that supports
MTP or iPod/iPhone devices.

VBR (Standard), Professional,
Lossless, or higher according to
Microsoft specifications

Avoid static electricity discharge
when connecting or
disconnecting the USB.
If connection and disconnection
are repeated many times in a
short time, this may cause a
problem in using the device.

Operation is not guaranteed if
the connecting terminal of the
USB device is not metal.

Connection with i-Stick Type
USB storage devices may be
faulty due to vehicle vibration.

Do not touch the USB
connecting terminal with an
object or any part of your body.

The USB storage device can
only be recognized when it is
formatted in FAT16/32, NTFS,
HFS+. exFAT and other file
systems cannot be recognized.

Sampling frequencies of 8, 12,
16, 22, 32, 44.1, and 48 kHz
.

AAC (MPEG-4 AAC, Low
Complexity Profile) and AAC+
CBR between 8 and 320 kbps

Before Using the Audio
System

OGG Vorbis

Supported Audio File Formats
. MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer 3,
MPEG-2 Layer 3)

Waveform (WAV – PCM
Windows format)

Audio Interchange File
Format (AIFF)

Constant Bit Rate (CBR)
between 8 and 320 kbps

3GPP (Generally used for
mobile devices)

Variable Bit Rate (VBR)

Audio Books (MP3, WMA,
AAC, AA)

Sampling frequencies of 8,
11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32,
44.1, and 48 kHz

Guidelines for Using a USB
Storage Device and iPod/iPhone
. Operation cannot be guaranteed
if the HDD built-in USB mass
storage device or CF or SD

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According to the type and
capacity of the USB storage
device and the type of the stored
file, the time it takes to recognize
the files may differ.
Files in some USB storage
devices may not be recognized
due to compatibility problems.

Do not disconnect the USB
storage device while it is being
played. This may cause damage
to the device or may affect the
performance of the USB device.

The infotainment system can
only support two USB devices
for the front USB ports.

Disconnect the connected USB
storage device when the vehicle
is off. If the vehicle is turned on
while the USB storage device is
connected, the USB storage
device may be damaged or may
not operate normally.

USB storage devices can only
be connected to this device for
the purpose of playing music,
viewing photo files,
or upgrading.

structure. Normal usage cannot
be guaranteed for storage
devices that exceed this limit.

The USB terminal of the device
should not be used to charge
USB accessory equipment since
the heat generation using the
USB terminal may cause
performance issues or damage
to the device.
When the logical drive is
separated from a mass USB
storage device, only the files
from the top-level logical drive
can be played for USB music
files. For this reason, store
music files to be played in the
top-level drive of the device.
Music files in a particular USB
storage device may not play
normally if an application is
loaded by partitioning a separate
drive inside the USB device.

Music files to which DRM (Digital
Right Management) is applied
cannot be played.

The infotainment system can
support USB storage devices
that are in capacity with a limit of
5,000 files (music and photo),
and 15 stages of folder

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The iPod/iPhone can play all
music files supported. The music
file lists display up to 5,000 files
on the screen in alphabetical
order.
.

Some iPod/iPhone devices may
not support the connectivity or
functionality of the infotainment
system.

Only connect the iPod/iPhone
with connection cables
supported by iPod/iPhone
devices. Other connection
cables cannot be used.

In rare cases, the iPod/iPhone
device may be damaged if the
power is turned on when it is
connected to the infotainment
system.
When the iPod/iPhone device is
not being used, keep it
disconnected from the USB port
when the vehicle is off.

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iPod/iPhone movie file playback
is not supported.

The playback functions and the
information display items of the
iPod/iPhone used with this
infotainment system may be
different from the iPod/iPhone in
terms of play order, method, and
information displayed.

Ending USB Music File Playback

Connect the iPod/iPhone to the
USB port by using the iPod/
iPhone cable to play the music
files on the iPod/iPhone. When
the iPod/iPhone is connected to
the AUX port, the music files are
played, but not controlled by
MyLink.

See the manufacturer for
information related to the search
function provided by the iPod/
iPhone device.

USB Player
Playing USB Storage Device
Music Files
Connect the USB storage device
containing the music files to the
USB port.

1. Touch Source.
2. Select another function by
touching AM, FM, AUX,
or Bluetooth.
To remove the USB storage device,
select another function, and then
remove the USB storage device.

Once the infotainment system
finishes reading the information
on the USB storage device, play
will begin automatically unless
USB Auto Launch has been set
to Off in Settings.
If a non-readable USB storage
device is connected, an error
message will appear and the
infotainment system will
automatically switch to the
previous audio function.

If the USB storage device is already
connected, press {, then touch T,
Audio, Source, and USB to play the
USB music files.

Pause
Touch
Touch

j during playback.
r to resume playback.

Playing the Next File
Touch d to play the next file.
Playing the Previous File
Touch g within five seconds of
playback time to play the
previous file.
Returning to the Beginning of the
Current File
Touch g after five seconds of
playback time.

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Scanning Forward or Backward
Touch and hold g or d during
playback to rewind or fast
forward. Release g or d to
resume playback at normal
speed.
Playing Files Randomly
Touch Z during playback.
Touch Z again to return to
normal playback.
Playing Files Repeatedly
1. Touch

" during playback.

2. Touch the desired option.
. Repeat All: Plays all files
repeatedly.
. Repeat Song: Plays a
current file repeatedly.
. Repeat Off: Cancels the
repeat function.
Searching for a File by Using the
Favorites
Saving Favorites
1. Select the desired file.

2. Touch q, or touch and hold the
favorite in the list to overwrite.
3. To delete it from the Favorites
list, touch q, or swipe the file
from the list on the right.
Up to 15 media files can be
saved in the Favorites list.
Listening to Favorites Directly
1. Touch the Favorites menu to
see the Favorites list.
2. Touch the desired favorite to
listen.
General Operation of the USB
Music Menu
1. Touch Menu on the USB music
screen.
2. Touch the desired menu to
select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.
3. Touch q Now Playing to return
to the previous screen.

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Browse Music
1. From the USB music menu,
touch Browse Music.
2. Touch the desired item:
Playlists, Folders, Artists,
Songs, Albums, Genres, and
Composers.
3. Touch the desired music to
listen.
The Infotainment Module will
recognize playlist files by the
extensions .asx, m3u, pls, wpl,
b4s, and .xspf.
Tone Settings
Set up sound features from the
Tone Settings menu. See “Tone
Settings” under “AM-FM Radio”
previously in this section.
Auto Volume
See “Auto Volume” under “AM-FM
Radio” previously in this section.

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MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)
Player

When connecting the MTP
device, the infotainment system
scans audio files first, and then
picture files. While scanning
picture files, these files may not
be available until the loading
indicator on the audio screen
disappears even if the audio file
in the MTP device is playing.

If connecting an MTP device that
has external memory, it may be
recognized as USB1/USB2.

Other operations are the same
as the USB player. See “USB
Player” under “USB Port”
previously in this section.

Playing Music from a Supported
MTP Device
Connect the supported MTP device
containing music files to the
USB port.
. Once the infotainment system
finishes reading the information
on the device that supports MTP
(Media Transfer Protocol), it will
be automatically played. If USB
Auto Launch is set to Off in
Settings, it will not be
automatically played.
. If a non-readable device that
supports MTP is connected, then
an error message will appear
and the infotainment system will
automatically switch to the
previous audio function.
. Depending on the connected
device, some files may not play.
. File loading may take a few
minutes depending on the type
of MTP device or the number of
files/folders stored in the MTP
device.

The USB connection setting on
the device may need to be
changed to MTP.

iPod/iPhone Player
This is limited to devices supporting
the iPod/iPhone connection.
Playing iPod/iPhone Music Files
Use an Apple certified cord to
connect the iPod/iPhone containing
the music files to the USB port.

Once the infotainment system
finishes reading the information
on the iPod/iPhone, it will be
automatically played from the
previously played point. If Auto
Launch in Settings is set to Off,
it will not be automatically
played.

If the iPod/iPhone is already
connected, press {, then touch T,
Audio, Source, then iPod to play the
iPod/iPhone.
Ending iPod/iPhone Playback
1. Touch Source.
2. Select another function by
touching AM, FM, AUX,
or Bluetooth, or unplug the
iPod/iPhone.
To remove the iPod/iPhone, select
another function, and then remove
the iPod/iPhone.
Pause
Touch
Touch

j during playback.
r to resume playback.

Playing the Next Song
Touch d to play the next song.

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Playing the Previous Song
Touch g within two seconds of
playback time to play the
previous song.
Returning to the Beginning of the
Current Song
Touch g after two seconds of
playback time.
Scanning Forward or Backward
Hold g or d during playback
to rewind or fast forward.
Release g or d to resume
playback at normal speed.
Playing Files Randomly
Touch Z during playback.
Touch Z again to return to
normal playback.
General Operation of the iPod
Music Menu
1. Touch Menu on the iPod music
screen.
2. Touch the desired menu to
select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.

3. Touch q Now Playing to return
to the previous screen.

Animated GIF is not supported.

Some files may not operate due
to a different format or the
condition of the file.

Browse Music
1. From the iPod music menu,
touch Browse Music.

Viewing a Picture
1. Connect the USB storage
device containing the picture
files to the USB port.

2. Touch the desired music.
Tone Settings
Set up sound features from the
Tone Settings menu. See “Tone
Settings” under “AM-FM Radio”
previously in this section.

2. Press

{, then T.

3. Touch Gallery, then select the
desired picture folder.
4. Select the desired file.

Auto Volume
Volume will be automatically
controlled. See “Auto Volume” under
“AM-FM Radio” previously in this
section.

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Touch the screen to hide the
control bar. Touch the screen
again to show the control bar.

Some features are disabled
while the vehicle is in motion.

Gallery (Pictures)
The infotainment system can view
picture files contained in the USB
storage device.

Viewing a Slide Show
.

Touch z from the picture screen
and the slide show will play.

Before Using the Picture
System

Touch the screen to cancel the
slide show during slide show
playback.

Only the following file extensions
are supported: *.jpg, *.bmp,
*.png, *.gif.

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Viewing a Previous or Next
Picture
From the picture screen, touch
T to view the previous or next
picture.

S or

Rotating a Picture
From the picture screen, touch
rotate the picture.

w to

Auxiliary Devices
The AUX port is in the center
console. The infotainment system
can play auxiliary music connected
by the auxiliary device.

Playing Music from an
Auxiliary Device

Enlarging a Picture
From the picture screen, touch
enlarge the picture.

3. After the setting is complete,
touch 0.

T to

Using the USB Picture Menu
1. From the picture screen,
touch Menu.
2. Touch the desired menu.
. Slide Show Time: Select
the slide show interval.
. Clock/Temp Display: To
display the clock and
temperature on the full
screen, select On or Off.
. Display Settings: Adjust the
brightness and contrast.

Connect the auxiliary device
containing the music source to the
AUX port. Once connected with the
infotainment system, music can be
played from the device.
. If the auxiliary device is already
connected, press {, then
touch T, Audio, Source, then
AUX to play music from the
auxiliary device.
. Use an AUX cable with a
3.5 mm (1/8 in) type connector.
Tone Settings
From the AUX screen, touch Tone.
See “Tone Settings” under “AM-FM
Radio” previously in this section.

Bluetooth Audio
Bluetooth Music
If equipped, music may be played
from a paired Bluetooth device.
Refer to the Phone section for help
pairing a device.
Before Playing Bluetooth Music
. The paired bluetooth device
must support Bluetooth profiles:
A2DP or AVRCP.
. Bluetooth music may not be
supported depending on the
mobile phone or Bluetooth
device.
. From the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device, find the
Bluetooth device type to set/
connect the item.
. A ♪ will appear on the screen to
indicate a successful Audio
Bluetooth connection.
. The sound played by the
Bluetooth device is delivered
through the infotainment system.

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Bluetooth music can be played
only when a Bluetooth device
has been connected. To play
Bluetooth music, connect the
Bluetooth phone to the
infotainment system.
If the Bluetooth device is
disconnected while playing
music, the music is
discontinued. The audio
streaming function may not be
supported in some Bluetooth
phones. Only one function can
be used at a time between the
Bluetooth hands-free phone
function or the Phone music
function. For example,
if switching to Bluetooth
hands-free phone mode while
playing Phone music, the music
streaming function will be
discontinued.
For Bluetooth music to play, the
music must be played at least
once from the music player
mode of the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device after
connecting as a stereo headset.
After being played at least once,
the music player will be

automatically played upon
entering play mode, and it will be
automatically stopped when the
music player mode ends. If the
mobile phone or Bluetooth
device is not in the waiting
screen mode, some devices may
not automatically play in
Bluetooth music play mode.
Playing Bluetooth Music
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Audio, then Source on
the screen.
3. Touch Bluetooth to select the
connected Bluetooth device
music play mode.
Pause
Touch j during playback.
Touch r again to resume
playback.
Playing the Next Music
Touch d to play the next music.
Playing the Previous Music
Touch g within two seconds of
playback time to play the
previous music.

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Returning to the Beginning of the
Current Music
Touch g after two seconds of
playback time.
Scanning Forward or Backward
Hold g or d during playback
to rewind or fast forward.
Release g or d to resume
playback at normal speed.
Playing Files Randomly
Touch Z during playback.
Touch Z again to return to
normal playback.
Playing Files Repeatedly
1. Touch

" during playback.

2. Touch the desired option.
. Repeat All: Plays all files
repeatedly.
. Repeat Song: Plays a
current file repeatedly.
. Repeat Off: Cancels repeat
function.

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General Operation of the
Bluetooth Music Menu
1. Touch Menu on the Bluetooth
music screen.
2. Touch the desired menu to
select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.
3. Touch q Now Playing to return
to the previous menu.
Browse Music
This function may not be supported
depending on the mobile phone.
1. From the Bluetooth music
menu, touch Browse Music.
2. Touch the desired item. The
number of relevant songs is
displayed.
3. Touch the desired music to
listen.
Tone Settings
From the Bluetooth music menu,
sound features can be set up. See
“Tone Settings” under “AM-FM
Radio” previously in this section.

Auto Volume

If the mobile phone or Bluetooth
device is not in the idle screen
mode, it may not automatically
play despite being carried out
from the Bluetooth music
play mode.

The infotainment system
transmits the order to play from
the mobile phone in the
Bluetooth music play mode.
If this is done in a different
mode, then the device transmits
the order to stop. Depending on
the mobile phone’s options, this
order to play/stop may some
take time to activate.

If Bluetooth music playback is
not functioning, then check to
see if the mobile phone is in the
idle screen mode.

Sometimes, sounds may be cut
off during Bluetooth music
playback.

Volume will be automatically
controlled. See “Auto Volume” under
“AM-FM Radio” previously in this
section.
Manage Bluetooth Devices
1. From the Bluetooth music
menu, touch Audio Settings.
2. Touch Manage Bluetooth
Devices.
3. Select the desired device and
then connect/disconnect or
delete.
Playing Bluetooth Music
. Do not change the track too
quickly when playing Bluetooth
music.
. It takes some time to transmit
data from the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device to the
infotainment system. The
infotainment system outputs the
audio from the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device as it is
transmitted.

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®

OnStar with 4G LTE

If equipped with OnStar 4G LTE, up
to seven devices, such as
smartphones, tablets, and laptops,
can be connected to high-speed
Internet through the vehicle’s built-in
Wi-Fi hotspot.

Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to connect to an
OnStar Advisor for assistance. See
www.onstar.com for a detailed
instruction guide, vehicle availability,
details, and system limitations.
Services and apps vary by make,
model, year, carrier, availability, and
conditions. 4G LTE service is
available in select markets. 4G LTE
performance is based on industry
averages and vehicle systems
design. Some services require a
data plan.

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Bluetooth
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Bluetooth wireless technology
establishes a wireless link between
two devices supported with
Bluetooth. After the initial pairing,
the two devices can connect
automatically when turned on.
Bluetooth allows wireless
transmission of information among
Bluetooth phones, PDAs, or other
devices within close range by using
2.45 GHz frequency short-distance
wireless telecommunication
technologies. Within this vehicle,
users can make hands-free calls,
transmit hands-free data, and play
audio streaming files by connecting
a mobile phone with the system.
. There may be restrictions on
using Bluetooth wireless
technology in some locations.

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Due to the variety of Bluetooth
devices and their firmware
versions, the device may
respond differently when
performing over Bluetooth.

When the Bluetooth device and
infotainment system are
successfully paired, the Phone
screen appears on the infotainment
display.

See the device’s user guide for
questions about Bluetooth
functionality.

When the connection fails, a failure
message appears on the
infotainment display.

Multi-pairing is not supported.

When There Is a Paired Device on
the Infotainment System

Pairing and Connecting
Bluetooth
To use the Bluetooth feature, make
sure the Bluetooth on the device is
turned on and the device is in
discoverable mode. See the
Bluetooth device’s user guide.
When There Is no Paired Device
on the Infotainment System
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Phone, then Add
Device.
3. From the device’s Bluetooth
settings list, select Chevrolet
MyLink.
4. Touch Code Matches.
5. Verify phone matches.

1. Press

‐ The e / 5 mark indicates the
hands-free and mobile phone
music function are enabled.
‐ The 5 mark indicates only
Hands-Free function is
enabled.
‐ The e mark indicates only
Bluetooth music is enabled.
.

When the Bluetooth device and
the infotainment system are
successfully paired, the contact
list downloads automatically,
depending on the type of mobile
phone. If the contact list does
not download automatically,
proceed with the download on
the mobile phone. Always
accept the contact list request
on the initial pairing of the
mobile phone.

The Infotainment system can
register up to 10 Bluetooth
devices.

When the connection fails, the
failure message displays on the
infotainment system.

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then Devices
on the display.
3. Touch the device to pair from
the list, and then follow Step 5.
To add a device not in the list,
touch Add Device.
4. From the device’s Bluetooth
settings list, select Chevrolet
MyLink.
5. When the Bluetooth device and
the infotainment system are
successfully paired, e / 5 is
displayed.
‐ The connected mobile phone
is highlighted by a 5 mark.

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If the contact list has more than
5,000 contacts, the infotainment
system may not properly list the
remaining entries.
Depending on the number of
contact entries, pairing time
may vary.

Checking the Connected
Bluetooth Device
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. Touch the device to connect.

Deleting the Bluetooth Device
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. Touch Delete next to the device
to delete.
4. Touch Delete.

2. Touch Settings, then Devices.

Hands-Free Phone

3. The connected device will be
displayed on the top of the list.

Making a Call by Entering the
Phone Number

Disconnecting the Bluetooth
Device
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. Touch the name of the device
to disconnect.
4. Touch Disconnect Device.

Connecting the Bluetooth
Device
1. Press

{, then touch T.

1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Phone.
3. Enter the phone number using
the keypad on the Phone
screen.
4. Touch 5 on the display to call
the phone number.

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If the wrong number is entered,
touch z to delete the entered
number one digit at a time. Or touch
and hold z to delete all entered
numbers.

Switching a Call to the Mobile
Phone (Private Mode)
1. To switch the call to the mobile
phone instead of the Bluetooth
hands-free, touch 0.
2. To switch the call back to the
Bluetooth hands-free, touch 0
again.

Switching the Microphone
On/Off
Switch the microphone on/off by
touching 3.

Calling by Re-Dial
Touch

5 on the display.

Taking Calls
1. When a phone call comes
through the connected
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playing track will be cut off and
the phone will ring with the
relevant information displayed.

2. To talk on the phone, press g
on the steering wheel control or
touch 5 on the display.
To reject the call, press c on
the steering wheel control or
touch K on the display.

Using the Contacts Menu
1. Touch the contacts menu on
the Phone screen.
2. Select the contact entry to call.
. To call another phone
number in the same
contacts, touch More in the
Contacts screen and touch
the desired phone number.
. In the Contacts screen,
touch q to add the contact
to favorites. Touch q again
to remove the contact from
favorites.

Making a Call from Favorites
1. Touch the favorites menu on
the Phone screen.
2. Select the contact to call.
The Favorites list is not
synchronized with the mobile phone
and is stored separately.

Making a Call from Call History
1. Touch W RECENT on the
Phone screen.
2. Select the contact to call.
.
.
.

9: Incoming call
2: Outgoing call
4: Missed call

Making a Call with Speed Dial
Numbers
Touch and hold a speed dial number
using the keypad on the Phone
screen.

Only speed dial numbers already
stored on the mobile phone can be
used for speed dial calls. Up to
two-digit speed dial numbers are
supported.
For two-digit speed dial numbers,
touch and hold the second digit to
make a call to the speed dial
number.

Voice Mail
The default voice mail number is the
phone number of the currently
connected mobile phone. The voice
mail number can be changed in
Bluetooth settings.
To dial a voice mail number:
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Phone, then Voice Mail.

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Settings

Maximum Start-up volume:
Set the Maximum start-up
volume from 13 to 37.

Audio Cues: Set the Audio
Cues feature to On or Off.

Audio Cues Volume: Set
the Audio Cues Volume
from 10 to 63.

Operation of the Settings Menu
The infotainment system can be
customized to make it easier to use.
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch the desired menu to
select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.
4. Touch 0 to return to the
previous menu.

Audio Cues Volume is only available
when Audio Cues is set to On.

Devices
1. Press

{, then touch T.

Settings menus and functions may
vary depending on vehicle options.

2. Touch Settings, then touch
Devices.

Radio Settings

3. Select the desired device and
connect/disconnect or delete.

1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings, then touch
Radio Settings.
. Auto Volume: Volume will
be automatically controlled.
See “Auto Volume” under
“AM-FM Radio” previously
in this section.

To add a new Bluetooth device,
touch Add Device.

Bluetooth Phone
1. Press

{, then touch T.

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2. Touch Settings, then Bluetooth
Phone and touch Y to scroll to
the desired mobile phone. This
is only available when the
device is connected.
. My Number: Displays the
current connected phone
number.
. Privacy: Set whether or not
incoming call alerts are
shown on the infotainment
display.
. Sort Contacts: Set to First
name, surname or
Surname, first name.
. Resync Device Contacts:
Resync the contacts list for
the current connected
mobile phone.

Apple CarPlay
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings and find Apple
CarPlay.
3. Select On or Off.

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Android Auto
1. Press

{, then touch T.

2. Touch Settings and find
Android Auto.
3. Select On or Off.
Even if Projection is set to Off,
connecting the device and touching
Projection on the Home Page will
display a pop-up message:
. For Apple CarPlay function:
“While active, Apple CarPlay will
be displayed on this screen.”
. For Android Auto function:
“While active, Android Auto will
be displayed on this screen.”
When the device is first connected,
the device projection privacy
consent pop-up message will be
displayed.
. Touch Continue to activate the
projection feature.
. Touch Disable and the device is
charging only.
If Android Auto is not activated,
make sure the mobile phone’s USB
connection mode is set to MTP.

If the device has not previously
been paired, the consent pop-up will
display when touching continue.

The PIN is required to:
. Register or unregister keys.
. Change Teen Driver settings.

Teen Driver

Change or clear the Teen
Driver PIN.

Access or delete Report
Card data.

If equipped, this allows multiple
keys to be registered for beginner
drivers, to encourage safe driving
habits. When the vehicle is started
with a Teen Driver key, it will
automatically activate certain safety
systems, allow setting of some
features, and limit the use of others.
The Report Card will record vehicle
data about driving behavior that can
be viewed later. When the vehicle is
started with a registered key, the
Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays a message that Teen Driver
is active.
To access:
1. Touch Settings on the Home
Page, then touch Teen Driver.
2. Create a Personal Identification
Number (PIN) by choosing a
four-digit PIN. Re-enter the PIN
to confirm. To change the PIN,
select Change PIN.

Register keys to activate:
Any vehicle key can be registered,
up to a maximum of eight keys.
Label the key to tell it apart from the
other keys.
1. Start the vehicle.
2. The vehicle must be in
P (Park).
3. From the Settings menu, select
Teen Driver.
4. Enter the PIN.
5. Place the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter key in
the transmitter pocket. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 33 for the
transmitter pocket location.

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6. From the Teen Driver Menu,
select Key Registration.
. If the transmitter key is in
the transmitter pocket, it will
identify whether the
transmitter key is registered
or unregistered.
. If the transmitter key is not
registered, the option to
register displays. Select
Register and a confirmation
message displays.
. If the transmitter key is
already registered, the
option to unregister
displays. If Unregister is
selected, the transmitter
key is no longer registered
and a confirmation
message displays.
If a Teen Driver transmitter key and
a non-Teen Driver transmitter key
are both present at start up, the
vehicle will recognize the non-Teen
Driver transmitter key to start the
vehicle. The Teen Driver settings
will not be active.

Manage Settings
Use the PIN to change the following
settings:
Audio Volume Limit : Allows a
maximum radio volume to be set.
Turn the audio volume limit On or
Off, and if equipped, choose the
maximum level for the audio
volume.
Teen Driver Speed Warning :
Allows for setting a visual and
audible warning when a certain
speed is exceeded. The speed
warning is selectable from 64 km/h
(40 mph) to 121 km/h (75 mph). The
speed warning does not limit the
speed of the vehicle.
Teen Driver Speed Limiter (If
Equipped) : Allows the maximum
speed of the vehicle to be limited to
137 km/h (85 mph). When the speed
limiter is turned On and the vehicle
is started with a Teen Driver key, the
DIC displays a message that the top
speed is limited to 137 km/h
(85 mph).

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When Teen Driver is Active:
. The radio will mute when the
driver safety belt is not fastened,
and in some vehicles, when the
right front passenger safety belt
is not fastened. The audio from
any device paired to the vehicle
will also be muted.
. Certain electronic devices
placed on the front passenger
seat could cause the passenger
sensing system to falsely sense
an unbuckled front passenger
and mute the radio. See
Passenger Sensing System
0 74.
. Some safety systems, such as
Forward Automatic Braking,
if equipped and supported,
cannot be turned off.
. The gap setting for the Forward
Collision Alert, if equipped,
cannot be changed.

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Report Card
The vehicle owner must secure the
driver’s consent to record certain
vehicle data when the vehicle is
driven with a registered Teen Driver
key. There is one Report Card per
vehicle. Data is not recorded when
Teen Driver is not active.
The Report Card data is collected
from the time Teen Driver is
activated or the last time the Report
Card was reset. The following items
may be recorded:
. Distance Driven – the total
distance driven.
. Maximum Speed – the maximum
vehicle speed recorded.
. Overspeed Warnings – the
number of times the speed
warning setting was exceeded.
. Forward Collision Alerts – the
number of times the driver was
notified when approaching a
vehicle ahead too quickly and at
potential risk for a crash.

Forward Collision Avoidance
Braking – the number of times
the vehicle detected that a
forward collision was imminent
and applied the brakes. Also
referred to as Forward Automatic
Braking.
Stability Control – the number of
events which required the use of
electronic stability control.

ABS Active – the number of
Antilock Brake System
activations.

Tailgating Alerts – the number of
times the driver was alerted for
following the vehicle ahead too
closely.

Traction Control – the number of
times the Traction Control
System activated to reduce
wheel spin or loss of traction.

Wide Open Throttle – the
number of times the accelerator
pedal was pressed nearly all the
way down.

Delete Report Card Data
Data is saved for all trips until the
data is deleted using the PIN or until
the maximum count is exceeded.
Each item will report a maximum of
1,000 counts. The distance driven
will report a maximum of 64,374 km
(40,000 mi).
To delete Report Card data, do one
of the following:
. From the Report Card display,
select Reset.
. Select Clear All Teen Keys/PIN
from the Teen Driver menu. This
will also unregister any Teen
Driver keys and delete the PIN.
Forgotten PIN
See your dealer to reset the PIN.

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Downloadable
Applications
Downloading Apps
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
If equipped, Android Auto™ and/or
Apple CarPlay™ capability may be
available through a compatible
smartphone. If available, a
Projection icon will appear in the
Icon view of the infotainment
display.
Using Android Auto and/or Apple
CarPlay
1. Download the Android Auto
app to your smartphone from
the Google Play store. There is
no app required for Apple
CarPlay.

2. Connect your Android Phone
or Apple iPhone by using the
compatible smartphone USB
cable and plugging into a USB
port. For best performance, use
your device’s factory-provided
USB cable. Aftermarket or
third-party cables may
not work.
The Projection icon in the Icon view
will change to Android Auto or Apple
CarPlay depending on the
smartphone. Android Auto and/or
Apple CarPlay may automatically
launch upon USB connection. If not,
touch the Android Auto and/or Apple
CarPlay icon on the Home Page to
launch.
For further information on how
to set up Android Auto and Apple
CarPlay in the vehicle, see
www.my.chevrolet.com for U.S. and
Canada only or Customer
Assistance Offices 0 325.

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Android Auto is provided by Google
and is subject to Google’s terms
and privacy policy. CarPlay is
provided by Apple and is subject to
Apple’s terms and privacy policy.
For Android Auto support see
https://support.google.com/
androidauto or Apple CarPlay
support at https://www.apple.com/
legal/sla/ for more information.
Apple or Google may change or
suspend availability at any time.
Android Auto™ is a trademark of
Google Inc., Apple CarPlay™ is a
trademark of Apple Inc.

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Trademarks and
License Agreements

iPod and iPhone are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.

FCC Information
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth word mark and logos
are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG,
Inc. and any use of such marks by
General Motors is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for
iPhone” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod or
iPhone and has been certified by
the developer to meet Apple
performance standards.

Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee,
taxes, one time activation fee, and
other fees may apply. Subscription
fee is consumer only. All fees and
programming subject to change.
Subscriptions subject to Customer
Agreement available at
www.siriusxm.com or
www.siriusxm.ca. SiriusXM® service
only available in the 48 contiguous
United States and Canada.
In Canada: Some deterioration of
service may occur in extreme
northern latitudes. This is beyond
the control of SiriusXM® Satellite
Radio.
It is prohibited to copy, decompile,
disassemble, reverse engineer,
hack, manipulate, or otherwise

make available any technology or
software incorporated in receivers
compatible with the SiriusXM
Satellite Radio System or that
support the SiriusXM website, the
Online Service or any of its content.
Furthermore, the AMBER voice
compression software included in
this product is protected by
intellectual property rights including
patent rights, copyrights, and trade
secrets of Digital Voice
Systems, Inc.
General Requirements:
1. A License Agreement from
SiriusXM is required for any
product that incorporates
SiriusXM Technology and/or for
use of any of the SiriusXM
marks to be manufactured,
distributed, or marketed in the
SiriusXM Service Area.
2. For products to be distributed,
marketed, and/or sold in
Canada, a separate agreement
is required with Canadian
Satellite Radio Inc. (operating
as SiriusXM Canada).

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FreeType 2
Portions of this software are
®
copyright 2007-2012 The
FreeType Project
(www.freetype.org). All rights
reserved.
Libjpeg
The navigation software is based in
part on the work of the independent
JPEG Group.

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Climate Controls

Climate Control
Systems

Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Conditioning Regular
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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5. Temperature Control Knob
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
7. Rear Window Defogger

Automatic Climate
Control System
The climate control buttons on the
center stack and the touch screen
are used to adjust the heating,
cooling, and ventilation.

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190
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Climate Touch Screen Controls
1. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
2. Climate On-Off
3. Recirculation
Climate Control Buttons
1. Defrost/Defog
2. Air Delivery Mode Controls
3. Max Defrost
4. Manual Fan Control Buttons

4. Heat & A/C (Air Conditioning)
Power
5. Fan Speed and Temperature
Status

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Climate Control Touch Screen

2. Set the temperature. An initial
setting of 22 °C (72 °F) is
recommended. Allow the
system time to stabilize. Adjust
the temperature as needed.

The heated seats, if equipped,
climate on/off, recirculation, heat,
and air conditioning can be
controlled by touching Climate
Settings on the infotainment display.

Manual Operation

A selection can then be made on
the climate settings page.

ON : Touch to turn the climate
control system on and off.

Automatic Operation

The climate control system will turn
on when any climate control button
is pressed on the center stack or
touched on the touch screen. To
turn the system off, touch ON again
or lower the fan speed until off.

The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, electric heating, and
recirculation to heat or cool the
vehicle to the selected temperature.
When AUTO is lit, all five functions
operate automatically. Each function
can also be manually set and the
selected setting is displayed or the
indicator is lit. Functions not
manually set will continue to be
automatically controlled, even if the
AUTO indicator is not lit.
For automatic operation:
1. Press AUTO.

When the climate control system is
turned on again, it will use the
previous climate control settings. To
change the setting, press the button
again.

D or C : Press the buttons to
increase or decrease the fan speed.
The fan speed setting appears on
the infotainment display. Manually
adjusting the fan speed cancels
automatic fan control. Press AUTO
to return to automatic operation.
Touch ON to turn off the fan and the
climate control system.

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Temperature Control : Turn the
knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the
temperature setting.
Air Delivery Mode Control :
Press c, d, or 0 on the
center stack to change the direction
of airflow. Any combination of the
three buttons can be selected. The
selected air delivery mode button
indicator is lit.
Pressing any button cancels
automatic air delivery control and
the direction of the airflow can be
controlled manually. Press AUTO to
return to automatic operation.

0 : Air is directed to the
windshield.

d : Air is directed to the instrument
panel outlets.

c : Air is directed to the floor
outlets.
0 MAX : Air is directed to the
windshield and the fan runs at a
higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared
from the windshield more quickly.

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When the button is pressed again,
the system returns to the previous
mode setting.
For best results, clear all snow and
ice from the windshield before
defrosting.

L : Touch to turn on
recirculation.
An indicator light comes on. Air is
recirculated to quickly cool the
inside of the vehicle or to reduce the
entry of outside air and odors. Using
the recirculation mode for extended
periods may cause the windows to
fog. If this happens, select the
defrost mode.
Using air conditioning and
recirculation together for long
periods of time may cause the air
inside the vehicle to become too
dry. To prevent this from happening,
after the air in the vehicle has
cooled, turn the recirculation
mode off.

Touching this button cancels
automatic recirculation. Press AUTO
to return to automatic operation;
recirculation runs automatically as
needed.

v HEAT & A/C : Touch to turn the
air conditioning and heater on when
the fan is on.
Auto Defog : The system will
monitor high humidity inside the
vehicle. When high humidity is
detected, the climate control system
may adjust to outside air supply and
turn on the air conditioner or the
heater. The fan speed may slightly
increase to help prevent fogging.
When high humidity is no longer
detected, the system will return to
its prior operation. To turn Auto
Defog off or on, see “Climate and
Air Quality” under Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.
Auto Heated Seats : If equipped,
when the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the
heated seats at the level required by
the vehicle’s interior temperature. In
auto mode, the AUTO text is
displayed without any indications.

Use the manual heated seat buttons
on the infotainment display to turn
auto heated seats off. Once this
feature is turned off, the auto heated
seats will be activated the next time
the vehicle is turned on.
In manual mode, the controls can
be accessed while the vehicle is on
by touching ( or M with three level
indicators high, medium, low or off
on the infotainment display. If the
passenger seat is unoccupied, the
auto heated seats feature will not
activate that seat.
See Heated Front Seats 0 58 and
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

Rear Window Defogger

K : Press to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button comes on to show that
the rear window defogger is on.
The defogger only works when the
vehicle is on. The defogger will turn
off if the vehicle is turned off.

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Caution
Do not try to clear frost or other
material from the inside of the
front windshield and rear window
with a razor blade or anything
else that is sharp. This may
damage the rear window
defogger grid and affect the
radio's ability to pick up stations
clearly. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Remote Start : The climate control
system may be started by using the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. The climate control
system will default to an appropriate
heating or cooling mode. See
Remote Start 0 39.
The rear window defogger turns on
if it is cold outside.

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Sensors

Humidity Sensor

Indicator Light and Solar
Sensor (ILSS)

The humidity sensor is near the
base of the inside rearview mirror.
The climate control system uses the
sensor information to adjust the
temperature and recirculation for
best comfort.

The ILSS is on top of the instrument
panel, near the windshield, where it
monitors solar intensity.
The climate control system uses the
sensor information to adjust the
temperature, fan speed,
recirculation, and air delivery mode
for best comfort.
Do not cover the sensor; otherwise
the automatic climate control system
may not work properly.

Outside Air Temperature Sensor
The outside air temperature sensor
is behind the front grille of the
vehicle. The vehicle uses the sensor
information to display outside air
temperature. The climate control
system uses the information to
adjust the climate system operation.

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Air Vents
Adjustable air vents are in the
center and on the side of the
instrument panel.

Move the slats to change the
direction of the airflow.
Move the slats to change the
direction of the airflow. The center
air vent does not close completely.

Additional air vents are located
beneath the windshield and the
driver and passenger side door
windows, and in the footwells.
These are fixed and cannot be
adjusted.

Operation Tips
. Keep all outlets open whenever
possible for best system
performance.
. Keep the path under all seats
clear of objects to help circulate
the air inside the vehicle more
effectively.
. Use of non-GM approved hood
deflectors can adversely affect
the performance of the system.
. Do not attach any devices to the
air vent slats. This restricts
airflow and may cause damage
to the air vents.

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Maintenance

Replace the filter as part of routine
scheduled maintenance.

Air Intake

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2. Pull the damper and push the
side wall to unlock the stopper.
3. Lower the glove box
completely.

1. Open the glove box.
The air intake at the base of the
windshield under the hood must be
kept clear to allow the flow of air
into the vehicle. Clear away any ice,
snow, or leaves.

Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The filter reduces the dust, pollen,
and other airborne irritants from
outside air that is pulled into the
vehicle.

4. Hold the right side of the filter
cover, and then pull and
remove it.
5. Install the new air filter.
6. Reinstall the filter cover.
7. Reconnect the glove box
damper.
8. Reinstall the glove box.
See your dealer if additional
assistance is needed.

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Air Conditioning Regular
Operation
To ensure continuous efficient
performance, operate the air
conditioning for a few minutes once
a month. The air conditioning will
not operate if the outside
temperature is too low.

Caution
Damage caused by improper
refrigerant usage could lead to
costly repairs and may not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Refrigerant systems should only
be serviced by qualified
personnel. Always use the correct
refrigerant.

{ Warning
Performing service work to the
climate control system could
cause personal injury or damage
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
to the vehicle. Climate control
systems are serviced by qualified
personnel only.

Service
All vehicles have a label underhood
that identifies the refrigerant used in
the vehicle. The refrigerant system
should only be serviced by trained
and certified technicians. The air
conditioning evaporator should
never be repaired or replaced by
one from a salvage vehicle.
It should only be replaced by a new
evaporator to ensure proper and
safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants
should be reclaimed with proper
equipment. Venting refrigerants
directly to the atmosphere is harmful
to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite,
or other health-based concerns.

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Driving and Operating

Driving and
Operating

Electric Vehicle Operating
Modes

Driving Information

Electric Drive Unit

Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . .
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . .
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . .
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . .

Driver Selected Operating
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
192
192
193
193
193
193
194
194
195
196
196
197
197

Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . .
Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . .
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 206

Brakes
Antilock Brake
System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . .
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . .
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . .

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210
212
212
212

Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

201
201
203
203
204
204
205

Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Pedestrian Braking
(FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . .
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . .

224
225
227
227
229
229

Charging
When to Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Plug-In Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delayed Charging Override . . .
Charging Status Feedback . . .
Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Utility Interruption of
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Requirements for
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . .

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231
235
236
239
245
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Trailer Towing

Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems . . .
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . .
Assistance Systems for
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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219
222
222

General Towing
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246

Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On Electrical
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

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Driving Information
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms
and can take your focus from the
task of driving. Exercise good
judgment and do not let other
activities divert your attention away
from the road. Many local
governments have enacted laws
regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in
your area.
To avoid distracted driving, keep
your eyes on the road, keep your
hands on the steering wheel, and
focus your attention on driving.
. Do not use a mobile phone in
demanding driving situations.
Use a hands-free method to
place or receive necessary
phone calls.
. Watch the road. Do not read,
take notes, or look up
information on mobile phones or
other electronic devices.

Designate a front seat
passenger to handle potential
distractions.

Become familiar with vehicle
features before driving, such as
programming favorite radio
stations and adjusting climate
control and seat settings.
Program all trip information into
any navigation device prior to
driving.

Wait until the vehicle is parked
to retrieve items that have fallen
to the floor.

Stop or park the vehicle to tend
to children.

Keep pets in an appropriate
carrier or restraint.

Avoid stressful conversations
while driving, whether with a
passenger or on a mobile
phone.

{ Warning
Taking your eyes off the road too
long or too often could cause a
crash resulting in injury or death.
Focus your attention on driving.
Refer to the Infotainment section for
more information on using that
system, including pairing and using
a mobile phone.

Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always
expect the unexpected.” The first
step in driving defensively is to wear
the safety belt.
. Assume that other road users
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and
other drivers) are going to be
careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do
and be ready.
. Allow enough following distance
between you and the driver in
front of you.
. Focus on the task of driving.

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Drunk Driving

Braking

Death and injury associated with
drinking and driving is a global
tragedy.

Braking action involves perception
time and reaction time. Deciding to
push the brake pedal is perception
time. Actually doing it is
reaction time.

{ Warning
Drinking and then driving is very
dangerous. Your reflexes,
perceptions, attentiveness, and
judgment can be affected by even
a small amount of alcohol. You
can have a serious — or even
fatal — collision if you drive after
drinking.
Do not drink and drive or ride with
a driver who has been drinking.
Ride home in a cab; or if you are
with a group, designate a driver
who will not drink.

Control of a Vehicle
Braking, steering, and accelerating
are important factors in helping to
control a vehicle while driving.

Average driver reaction time is
about three-quarters of a second. In
that time, a vehicle moving at
100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m
(66 ft), which could be a lot of
distance in an emergency.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
include:
. Keep enough distance between
you and the vehicle in front
of you.
. Avoid needless heavy braking.
.

Keep pace with traffic.

Steering
Electric Power Steering
The vehicle has electric power
steering. It does not have power
steering fluid. Regular maintenance
is not required.

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If power steering assist is lost due
to a system malfunction, the vehicle
can be steered, but may require
increased effort.
See your dealer if there is a
problem.
If the steering wheel is turned until it
reaches the end of its travel and is
held against that position for an
extended period of time, power
steering assist may be reduced.
If the power steering assist is used
for an extended period of time,
power steering assist may be
reduced.
Normal use of the power steering
assist should return when the
system cools down.
See your dealer if there is a
problem.

Curve Tips
.

Take curves at a reasonable
speed.

Reduce speed before entering a
curve.

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Maintain a reasonable steady
speed through the curve.

Wait until the vehicle is out of
the curve before accelerating
gently into the straightaway.

Off-Road Recovery

Loss of Control
Skidding

Steering in Emergencies
.

There are some situations when
steering around a problem may
be more effective than braking.

Holding both sides of the
steering wheel allows you to turn
180 degrees without removing
a hand.

The Antilock Brake System
(ABS) allows steering while
braking.

3. Turn the steering wheel to go
straight down the roadway.

The vehicle's right wheels can drop
off the edge of a road onto the
shoulder while driving. Follow
these tips:
1. Ease off the accelerator and
then, if there is nothing in the
way, steer the vehicle so that it
straddles the edge of the
pavement.
2. Turn the steering wheel about
one-eighth of a turn, until the
right front tire contacts the
pavement edge.

There are three types of skids that
correspond to the vehicle's three
control systems:
. Braking Skid — wheels are not
rolling.
. Steering or Cornering Skid —
too much speed or steering in a
curve causes tires to slip and
lose cornering force.
. Acceleration Skid — too much
throttle causes the driving
wheels to spin.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids
by taking reasonable care suited to
existing conditions, and by not
overdriving those conditions. But
skids are always possible.
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow
these suggestions:
. Ease your foot off the
accelerator pedal and steer the
way you want the vehicle to go.

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The vehicle may straighten out.
Be ready for a second skid if it
occurs.
.

Slow down and adjust your
driving according to weather
conditions. Stopping distance
can be longer and vehicle
control can be affected when
traction is reduced by water,
snow, ice, gravel, or other
material on the road. Learn to
recognize warning clues — such
as enough water, ice, or packed
snow on the road to make a
mirrored surface — and slow
down when you have any doubt.
Try to avoid sudden steering,
acceleration, or braking,
including reducing vehicle speed
by shifting to a lower gear. Any
sudden changes could cause
the tires to slide.

Remember: Antilock brakes help
avoid only the braking skid.

Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce
vehicle traction and affect your
ability to stop and accelerate.

Always drive slower in these types
of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and
deep-standing or flowing water.

{ Warning
Wet brakes can cause crashes.
They might not work as well in a
quick stop and could cause
pulling to one side. You could
lose control of the vehicle.
After driving through a large
puddle of water or a car/vehicle
wash, lightly apply the brake
pedal until the brakes work
normally.
Flowing or rushing water creates
strong forces. Driving through
flowing water could cause the
vehicle to be carried away. If this
happens, you and other vehicle
occupants could drown. Do not
ignore police warnings and be
very cautious about trying to drive
through flowing water.

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Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water
can build up under the vehicle's
tires so they actually ride on the
water. This can happen if the road is
wet enough and you are going fast
enough. When the vehicle is
hydroplaning, it has little or no
contact with the road.
There is no hard and fast rule about
hydroplaning. The best advice is to
slow down when the road is wet.

Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet
weather driving tips include:
. Allow extra following distance.
.

Pass with caution.

Keep windshield wiping
equipment in good shape.

Keep the windshield washer fluid
reservoir filled.

Have good tires with proper
tread depth.

Turn off cruise control.

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Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through
mountains is different than driving
on flat or rolling terrain.
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in
good shape.
. Check all fluid levels and brakes,
tires, cooling system, and
electric drive unit.
. Keep the vehicle in gear when
going down steep or long hills.

{ Warning
Coasting downhill in N (Neutral)
or with the vehicle turned off is
dangerous. The brakes will have
to do all the work of slowing down
the vehicle and could become too
hot. Hot brakes may not be able
to slow the vehicle enough to
maintain speed and control. You
could crash. Always have the
vehicle running and in gear when
going downhill. This will allow the
electric drive unit to assist in
slowing and maintaining speed.

Drive at speeds to keep the
vehicle in its own lane. Do not
swing wide or cross the
center line.

Be alert on top of hills.
Something could be in your lane
(e.g., stalled car, accident).

Pay attention to special road
signs (e.g., falling rocks area,
winding roads, long grades,
passing or no-passing zones)
and take appropriate action.

Turn on TCS.

The Antilock Brake System
(ABS) improves vehicle stability
during hard stops, but the
brakes should be applied sooner
than when on dry pavement.

Allow greater following distance
and watch for slippery spots. Icy
patches can occur on otherwise
clear roads in shaded areas.
The surface of a curve or an
overpass can remain icy when
the surrounding roads are clear.
Avoid sudden steering
maneuvers and braking while
on ice.

Turn off cruise control.

Winter Driving
Driving on Snow or Ice
Snow or ice between the tires and
the road creates less traction or
grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when
freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
until roads can be treated.
For Slippery Road Driving:
. Accelerate gently. Accelerating
too quickly causes the wheels to
spin and makes the surface
under the tires slick.

Blizzard Conditions
Being stuck in snow can be a
serious situation. Stay with the
vehicle unless there is help nearby.
If possible, use Roadside
Assistance. See Roadside
Assistance Program 0 31. To get
help and keep everyone in the
vehicle safe:
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.

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.

Tie a red cloth to an outside
mirror.

To save energy, run the vehicle for
only short periods as needed to
warm the vehicle and then shut the
vehicle off and partially close the
window. Moving about to keep warm
also helps.
If it takes some time for help to
arrive, when running the vehicle,
push the accelerator pedal slightly
so the vehicle runs faster than the
idle speed. This keeps the battery
charged to restart the vehicle and to
signal for help with the headlamps.
Do this as little as possible to save
electricity.

If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the
wheels to free the vehicle when
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
The Traction Control System (TCS)
must be turned off by pressing the
TCS/ESC button. Traction control is
not completely off, but will only
engage if the maneuver can cause
damage to the electric drive unit.

{ Warning
If the vehicle's tires spin at high
speed, they can explode, and you
or others could be injured. The
vehicle can overheat, causing an
underhood compartment fire or
other damage. Spin the wheels as
little as possible and avoid going
above 56 km/h (35 mph).

Rocking the Vehicle to Get
it Out
Turn the steering wheel left and
right to clear the area around the
front wheels. Turn off TCS. Shift
back and forth between R (Reverse)
and a low forward gear, spinning the
wheels as little as possible. To
prevent electric drive unit wear, wait
until the wheels stop spinning
before shifting gears. Release the
accelerator pedal while shifting, and
press lightly on the accelerator
pedal when the electric drive unit is
in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels
in the forward and reverse
directions causes a rocking motion

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that could free the vehicle. If that
does not get the vehicle out after a
few tries, it might need to be towed
out. See Towing the Vehicle 0 299.

Vehicle Load Limits
It is very important to know how
much weight the vehicle can
carry. This weight is called the
vehicle capacity weight and
includes the weight of all
occupants, cargo, and all
nonfactory-installed options.
Two labels on the vehicle may
show how much weight it may
properly carry: the Tire and
Loading Information label and
the Certification label.

{ Warning
Do not load the vehicle any
heavier than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR), or either the
maximum front or rear Gross
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Warning (Continued)

Tire and Loading Information
Label

Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
This can cause systems to
break and change the way the
vehicle handles. This could
cause loss of control and a
crash. Overloading can also
reduce stopping distance,
damage the tires, and shorten
the life of the vehicle.

Label Example

A vehicle-specific Tire and
Loading Information label is
attached to the vehicle's center
pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and
Loading Information label shows
the number of occupant seating
positions (1), and the maximum
vehicle capacity weight (2) in
kilograms and pounds.

The Tire and Loading
Information label also shows the
tire size of the original
equipment tires (3) and the
recommended cold tire inflation
pressures (4). For more
information on tires and inflation
see Tires 0 270 and Tire
Pressure 0 276.
There is also important loading
information on the Certification
label. It may show the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
and the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for the front and
rear axle. See “Certification
Label” later in this section.
“Steps for Determining Correct
Load Limit–
1. Locate the statement "The

combined weight of
occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s
placard.

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2. Determine the combined

weight of the driver and
passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined

weight of the driver and
passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals

the available amount of
cargo and luggage load
capacity. For example, if the
"XXX" amount equals
1400 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lb passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5 x 150) =
650 lbs.)

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5. Determine the combined

weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing

a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to
your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how
this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.”
This vehicle is neither designed
nor intended to tow a trailer.

Example 1
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight

for Example 1 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
× 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs).
3. Available Occupant and
Cargo Weight = 317 kg
(700 lbs).

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weight of the driver, passengers,
and cargo should never exceed
the vehicle's capacity weight.
Certification Label

Example 2

Example 3

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight

for Example 2 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
× 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs).
3. Available Cargo Weight
= 113 kg (250 lbs).

for Example 3 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant
Weight @ 91 kg
(200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs).
3. Available Cargo Weight
= 0 kg (0 lbs).
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and
Loading Information label for
specific information about the
vehicle's capacity weight and
seating positions. The combined

Label Example

A vehicle-specific Certification
label is attached to the vehicle's
center pillar (B-pillar). The label
may show the gross weight
capacity of the vehicle, called
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The GVWR includes
the weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, fuel, and cargo.

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{ Warning
Things inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
.

Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above
the tops of the seats.

Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in the vehicle.

Secure loose items in the
vehicle.

Do not leave a seat
folded down unless
needed.

Starting and
Operating

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Power Button

New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
Avoid making hard stops for the
first 322 km (200 mi). During this
time the new brake linings are not
yet broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean premature
wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline
every time you get new brake
linings. Following break-in,
vehicle speed and load can be
gradually increased.

The vehicle has an electronic
pushbutton start.
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter must be in the vehicle for
the system to operate. If the vehicle
will not start, place the RKE
transmitter in the transmitter pocket,
inside the center console.
ON/RUN : This position is for
starting and driving. With the vehicle
off, and the brake pedal applied,
pressing POWER O once will place
the vehicle in ON/RUN. When the
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instrument cluster, the vehicle is
ready to be driven. This could take
up to 15 seconds at extremely cold
temperatures.
Service Mode
This power mode is available for
service and diagnostics, and to
verify the proper operation of the
malfunction indicator lamp as may
be required for emission inspection
purposes. With the vehicle off, and
the brake pedal not applied,
pressing and holding POWER O for
more than five seconds will place
the vehicle in Service Mode. The
instruments and audio systems will
operate as they do in ON/RUN, but
the vehicle will not be able to be
driven. The propulsion system will
not start in Service Mode. Press
POWER O again to turn the
vehicle off.

Caution
Placing the vehicle in Service
Mode will use the 12-volt battery.
Do not use Service Mode for an
extended period, or the vehicle
may not start.
STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF :
To turn the vehicle off, press
POWER O with the vehicle in
P (Park). Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) will remain active until the
driver door is opened. When turning
off the vehicle, if the vehicle is not in
P (Park), the gear will go to P (Park)
and then power off automatically.
If the vehicle must be shut off in an
emergency:
1. Brake using a firm and steady
pressure. Do not pump the
brakes repeatedly. This may
deplete power assist, requiring
increased brake pedal force.
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).
This can be done while the
vehicle is moving. After shifting

to N (Neutral), firmly apply the
brakes and steer the vehicle to
a safe location.
3. Come to a complete stop, shift
to P (Park), and turn the vehicle
off by pressing POWER O.
4. Set the parking brake.

{ Warning
Turning off the vehicle while
moving may disable the airbags.
While driving, only shut the
propulsion system off in an
emergency.
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over,
and must be shut off while driving,
press and hold POWER O for
longer than two seconds, or press
twice in five seconds.

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Starting and Stopping the
Vehicle
Starting Procedure
Press the P (Park) button on the
shifter, or move the shift lever into
N (Neutral). The propulsion system
will not start in any other position.

Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
vehicle is moving or the electric
drive unit could be damaged.
Shift to P (Park) only when the
vehicle is stopped.

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter must be in the vehicle.
Press the brake pedal, then press
and release POWER O.
If the RKE transmitter is not in the
vehicle or something is interfering
with the transmitter, a message
displays in the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
If the vehicle will not start due to a
low RKE transmitter battery, the
vehicle can still be driven. See Key
and Lock Messages 0 137 and
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 33.

Restarting Procedure
If the vehicle must be restarted
while it is still moving, move the shift
lever to N (Neutral) and press
POWER O twice without pressing
the brake pedal. The propulsion
system will not restart in any other
position.
A chime will sound if the driver door
is opened while the vehicle is in ON/
RUN. Always press POWER O to
turn the vehicle off before exiting.

Stopping Procedure
For information on how to turn the
vehicle off, see Power Button 0 201.

Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)

Caution
If you add electrical parts or
accessories, you could change
the way the vehicle operates. Any
resulting damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.

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A vehicle ready light displays in the
lower right corner of the instrument
cluster when the vehicle is ready to
be driven.
The instrument cluster also displays
an active battery gauge when the
vehicle is ready to be driven.

The following features will operate
for up to 10 minutes or until the
driver door is opened:
. Audio System
.

Accessory Power Outlets

Power Windows

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Shifting Into Park
To shift into P (Park):
1. Hold the brake pedal down and
set the parking brake. See
Electric Parking Brake 0 210.
2. Press the button on top of the
shift lever to shift into P (Park).
See Electric Drive Unit 0 206.
3. The P indicator on the shift
lever will turn red when the
vehicle is in P (Park).
4. Turn the vehicle off.

Leaving the Vehicle with the
Propulsion System On

{ Warning
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the P (Park) button is
not pressed with the parking
brake set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the
propulsion system is running.
If you have left the propulsion
system running, the vehicle can
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
press the P (Park) button.
If you have to leave the vehicle with
the propulsion system on, be sure
the vehicle is in P (Park) and the
parking brake is set before you
leave it. After you have pressed the
P (Park) button, hold down the
regular brake pedal. If you cannot
see the P (Park) indicator in
instrument cluster, it means that the
shift lever was not locked into
P (Park).

Shifting out of Park
To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle
must be on, the brake pedal must
be applied, and the charge cord
must be unplugged.

This vehicle is equipped with an
electronic drive unit. The shift lever
unlock button is designed to prevent
inadvertent shifting out of P (Park)
unless the ignition is on, the brake
pedal is applied, and the shift lever
unlock button is pressed.
Parking the vehicle in extreme cold
for several days without the charge
cord connected may cause the
vehicle not to start. The vehicle will
need to be plugged in to allow the
high voltage battery to be warmed
sufficiently.

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The shift lock is always functional
except in the case of an uncharged
or low charged 12-volt battery (less
than 9 volts).
If the vehicle has an uncharged
12-volt battery or a 12-volt battery
with low voltage, try charging or
jump starting the 12-volt battery.
To shift out of P (Park):
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Press POWER O to start the
vehicle.
3. Verify that the vehicle is
unplugged and the vehicle
ready light is on.
4. Press the shift lock release
button on the side of the shift
lever.
5. Move the shift lever into the
desired position.
6. The indicator will turn white
and the gear indicator on the
shift lever will turn red when
the vehicle is no longer in
P (Park).

7. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.

Extended Parking
It is better not to park with the
vehicle running. If the vehicle is left
while running, follow the proper
steps to be sure the vehicle will not
move and there is adequate
ventilation. See Shifting Into Park
0 204.
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while
running and the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter is outside
the vehicle, the vehicle will turn off
after one hour.
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while
running and the RKE transmitter is
inside, the vehicle will run for two
hours. At the end of the second
hour, the vehicle will turn off.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is
taken out of P (Park) while it is
running.

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Electric Vehicle
Operating Modes
Driver Selected Operating
Modes
Sport Mode
Sport Mode provides more
responsive acceleration than
Normal Mode, but can reduce
efficiency. Use Normal Mode
whenever possible. When the
SPORT indicator is not on, the
vehicle is in Normal Mode.

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Press SPORT to select Sport Mode.

Electric Drive Unit

Press SPORT again to return to
Normal Mode.

{ Warning
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the P (Park) button is
not pressed with the parking
brake set. The vehicle can roll.

An indicator will display in the
instrument cluster.
Each time the vehicle is started, it
will return to Normal Mode.
Sport Mode may be unavailable if
the battery charge is too low.

The vehicle uses an electric drive
unit. The shift lever always starts
from a center position. An amber
dot is displayed on the shift pattern.
After releasing the shift lever, it will
return to the center position.
P : This position locks the front
wheels. It is the best position to use
when starting the propulsion system
because the vehicle cannot move
easily.

Do not leave the vehicle when the
propulsion system is running.
If you have left the propulsion
system running, the vehicle can
move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
press the P (Park) button.
The shift lock release button is
designed to prevent inadvertent
shifting out of P (Park) unless the
vehicle has been started, the brake
pedal is applied, and the shift lock
release button is pressed.
When the vehicle is stopped, press
POWER O to turn off the vehicle.
The electric drive unit will shift to
P (Park) automatically.

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The vehicle will not shift into
P (Park) if it is moving too fast. Stop
the vehicle and shift into P (Park).
To shift in and out of P (Park), see
Shifting Into Park 0 204 and Shifting
out of Park 0 204.

4. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.
To shift out of R (Reverse):
1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.

R : Use this gear to back up.

2. Shift to the desired gear.

If the vehicle is shifted from either
R (Reverse) to D (Drive),
or D (Drive) to R (Reverse) while the
speed is too high, the vehicle will
shift to N (Neutral). Reduce the
vehicle speed and try the shift
again.

3. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.

To shift into R (Reverse):
1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.
2. Press the shift lock release
button on the side of the shift
lever.
3. From the center position, move
the shift lever forward, and
then to the left. R is illuminated
in red.

At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse)
can be used to rock the vehicle
back and forth to get out of snow,
ice, or sand without damaging the
electric drive unit. See If the Vehicle
Is Stuck 0 197.
N : In this position, the propulsion
system does not transfer torque to
the wheels. To restart the propulsion
system when the vehicle is already
moving, use N (Neutral) only.

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Caution
The vehicle is not designed to
stay in N (Neutral) for extended
periods of time. It will
automatically shift into P (Park).
To shift into N (Neutral):
1. From the center position, move
the shift lever forward. If the
vehicle is in P (Park) press the
shift lock release button while
pressing the shift lever back.
The shifter indicator is
illuminated in red.
2. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.

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2. Shift to the desired gear.

Car Wash Mode (Vehicle On)

3. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.

To place the vehicle in N (Neutral)
with the vehicle running:

2. From the center position, move
the shift lever back. If the
vehicle is in P (Park) press the
shift lock release button on the
side of the shifter, while moving
the shift lever back. D is
illuminated in red.

1. Open the door while pressing
the brake, then shift to
N (Neutral).

3. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.

To shift out of N (Neutral):
1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.

Car Wash Mode (Vehicle Off)
To place the vehicle in N (Neutral)
with the vehicle off:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Place the vehicle in Service
Mode. See Power Button
0 201.
3. Open the door while pressing
the brake, and then shift to
N (Neutral).
4. The indicator should now show
N. If it does not, repeat the
procedure.

5. When N (Neutral) is no longer
needed, shift into P (Park) and
turn the vehicle off.

2. The indicator should now show
N. If it does not, select
N (Neutral) again.
3. Shift into P (Park) upon
returning to the vehicle.
D : This position is for normal
driving.
To shift into D (Drive):
1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.

To shift out of D (Drive):
1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.
2. Shift to the desired gear.
3. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.

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Caution
Spinning the tires excessively
may damage the electric drive
unit. The repair will not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
If you are stuck, do not spin the
tires. When stopping on a steep
hill, use the brakes to hold the
vehicle in place.
L : This position reduces vehicle
speed without using the brakes. Use
L (Low) on very steep hills, deep
snow, in mud, or in stop-and-go
traffic.
One-Pedal Driving
With One-Pedal Driving, the
accelerator pedal can be used to
control the deceleration of the
vehicle down to a complete stop.

Completely lifting off the accelerator
pedal will result in aggressive
deceleration. Slowly lifting off the
accelerator pedal will allow the
deceleration of the vehicle to be
adjusted as desired.
To use One-Pedal Driving, place
vehicle in L (Low). Press the
accelerator pedal to the desired
speed. The deceleration provided by
One-Pedal Driving provides full
regenerative braking and helps
increase energy efficiency.
While driving on grades, One-Pedal
Driving may not be able to bring the
vehicle to a complete stop or hold
the vehicle at a stop.
If the vehicle cannot maintain the
grade while using One-Pedal
Driving, the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) may apply to hold the
vehicle stationary. To drive again,
press the accelerator pedal, and the
EPB will automatically disengage.

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One-Pedal Driving may become
disabled and the vehicle may
continue to creep forward, or if
stopped, may apply the EPB or shift
to park. This can be caused by the
following:
. The drivers door is open.
.

The drivers safety belt is
unbuckled.

The vehicle has remained
stationary for five minutes.

There is a problem with the
propulsion system.

Additional deceleration can be
achieved by using the Regen on
Demand paddle. See Regenerative
Braking 0 212.

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Brakes
Antilock Brake
System (ABS)
This vehicle has an Antilock Brake
System (ABS), an advanced
electronic braking system that helps
prevent a braking skid.
When propulsion is active and the
vehicle begins to drive away, ABS
checks itself. A momentary motor or
clicking noise might be heard while
this test is going on, and it might
even be noticed that the brake
pedal moves a little. This is normal.

If there is a problem with ABS, this
warning light stays on. See Antilock
Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
0 120.

If driving safely on a wet road and it
becomes necessary to slam on the
brakes and continue braking to
avoid a sudden obstacle, a
computer senses that the wheels
are slowing down. If one of the
wheels is about to stop rolling, the
computer will separately work the
brakes at each wheel.

Using ABS

ABS can change the brake pressure
to each wheel, as required, faster
than any driver could. This can help
the driver steer around the obstacle
while braking hard.

ABS allows the driver to steer and
brake at the same time. In many
emergencies, steering can help
more than even the very best
braking.

As the brakes are applied, the
computer keeps receiving updates
on wheel speed and controls
braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
the time needed to get a foot up to
the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you,
there will not be enough time to
apply the brakes if that vehicle
suddenly slows or stops. Always
leave enough room up ahead to
stop, even with ABS.

Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
the brake pedal down firmly and let
ABS work. You might hear the ABS
pump or motor operating and feel
the brake pedal pulsate, but this is
normal.

Braking in Emergencies

Electric Parking Brake

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The vehicle has an Electric Parking
Brake (EPB). The EPB can always
be activated, even if the vehicle
is off.
The system has a red parking brake
status light and an amber parking
brake warning light.
There are also parking brake-related
Driver Information Center (DIC)
messages.
In case of insufficient electrical
power, the EPB cannot be applied
or released.
Before leaving the vehicle, check
the red parking brake status light to
ensure that the parking brake is
applied.

EPB Apply
To apply the EPB:
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a
complete stop.
2. Pull the EPB switch
momentarily.
The red parking brake status light
will flash and then stay on once the
EPB is fully applied. If the red

parking brake status light flashes
continuously, then the EPB is only
partially applied or there is a
problem with the EPB. A DIC
message will display. Release the
EPB and try to apply it again. If the
light does not come on, or keeps
flashing, have the vehicle serviced.
Do not drive the vehicle if the red
parking brake status light is flashing.
See your dealer.
If the amber parking brake warning
light is on, lift up on the EPB switch
and hold it up. Continue to hold the
switch until the red parking brake
status light remains on. If the amber
parking brake warning light is still
on, see your dealer.
If the EPB is applied while the
vehicle is moving, the vehicle will
decelerate as long as the switch is
held up. If the switch is held up until
the vehicle comes to a stop, the
EPB will remain applied.
The vehicle may automatically apply
the EPB in some situations when
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normal, and is done to periodically
check the correct operation of the
EPB system.
If the EPB fails to apply, block the
rear wheels to prevent vehicle
movement.

EPB Release
To release the EPB:
1. Press POWER O to start the
vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake
pedal.
3. Press momentarily on the EPB
switch.
The EPB is released when the red
parking brake status light is off.
If the amber parking brake warning
light is on, release the EPB by
pressing down on the EPB switch
and holding it down. Continue to
hold the switch until the red parking
brake status light is off. If either light
stays on after release is attempted,
see your dealer.

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Caution

Driving with the parking brake on
can overheat the brake system
and cause premature wear or
damage to brake system parts.
Make sure that the parking brake
is fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.

Automatic EPB Release
The EPB will automatically release if
the vehicle is running, placed into
gear, and an attempt is made to
drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration
when the EPB is applied, to
preserve parking brake lining life.

Brake Assist
The Brake Assist feature is
designed to assist the driver in
stopping or decreasing vehicle
speed in emergency driving
conditions. This feature uses the
stability system hydraulic brake
control module to supplement the
power brake system under
conditions where the driver has

quickly and forcefully applied the
brake pedal in an attempt to quickly
stop or slow down the vehicle. The
stability system hydraulic brake
control module increases brake
pressure at each corner of the
vehicle until the ABS activates.
Minor brake pedal pulsation or
pedal movement during this time is
normal and the driver should
continue to apply the brake pedal as
the driving situation dictates. The
Brake Assist feature will
automatically disengage when the
brake pedal is released or brake
pedal pressure is quickly
decreased.

Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature
will activate when the vehicle is
stopped on a moderate to steep
grade to help prevent it from rolling
in an unintended direction. After the
brake pedal has been released and
before the accelerator pedal has
been pressed, HSA uses braking
pressure to hold the vehicle
stationary. If HSA is holding the
vehicle, a DIC message displays.

HSA will not activate in a forward
drive gear when facing downhill,
or in R (Reverse) when facing uphill.

Regenerative Braking
Some braking energy from the
moving vehicle is turned back into
electrical energy. This energy is
then stored back into the high
voltage battery system, increasing
energy efficiency.
The hydraulic disc brakes will
become active and work to slow the
vehicle once the energy generated
from the regenerative braking has
been maximized, or if the battery is
fully charged.

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Regen on Demand®

accelerator pedal must be pressed
to move the vehicle forward. See
“One-Pedal Driving” under Electric
Drive Unit 0 206.
If the vehicle is on a steep grade,
the brake pedal must be used to
hold the vehicle.

Hill Top Reserve

Regen on Demand allows increased
deceleration by pressing and
holding the steering wheel paddle.
It works in D (Drive) and L (Low).
The accelerator pedal can be used
to manage deceleration while using
Regen on Demand.
Cruise control will turn off and the
brake lamps may come on when
this feature is activated.
If the vehicle is in D (Drive) and is
brought to a complete stop while the
Regen on Demand paddle is held,
the vehicle will not creep forward
when the paddle is released. The

Hill Top Reserve enables
regenerative braking efficiency to be
maximized when driving from a
higher elevation immediately after
charging. When turned on, this
feature will stop the charge before
the battery is full, allowing space for
energy from regenerative braking.
This feature also integrates with the
Location Based Charging feature,
allowing the system to be
configured so it is enabled when at
home (On - Home Only) or
away (On - Away Only). See
“Location Based Charging” under
Programmable Charging 0 124.

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Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
System Operation
The vehicle has a Traction Control
System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an
electronic stability control system.
These systems help limit wheel slip
and assist the driver in maintaining
control, especially on slippery road
conditions.
TCS activates if it senses that any
of the drive wheels are spinning or
beginning to lose traction. When this
happens, TCS applies the brakes to
the spinning wheels and reduces
propulsion system power to limit
wheel spin.
StabiliTrak activates when the
vehicle senses a difference between
the intended path and the direction
the vehicle is actually traveling.
StabiliTrak selectively applies
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vehicle wheel brakes to assist the
driver in keeping the vehicle on the
intended path.

2. Turn the vehicle off and wait
15 seconds.

If cruise control is being used and
TCS or StabiliTrak begins to limit
wheel spin, cruise control will
disengage. Cruise control may be
turned back on when road
conditions allow.

Drive the vehicle. If d comes on
and stays on, the vehicle may need
more time to diagnose the problem.
If the condition persists, see your
dealer.

Both systems come on
automatically when the vehicle is
started and begins to move. The
systems may be heard or felt while
they are operating or while
performing diagnostic checks. This
is normal and does not mean there
is a problem with the vehicle.
It is recommended to leave both
systems on for normal driving
conditions, but it may be necessary
to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
See “Turning the Systems Off and
On” later in this section.

3. Start the vehicle.

The indicator light for both systems
is in the instrument cluster. This
light will:
. Flash when TCS is limiting
wheel spin.
. Flash when StabiliTrak is
activated.
. Turn on and stay on when either
system is not working.
If either system fails to turn on or to
activate, a message displays in the
Driver Information Center (DIC),
and d comes on and stays on to
indicate that the system is inactive
and is not assisting the driver in
maintaining control. The vehicle is
safe to drive, but driving should be
adjusted accordingly.
If

d comes on and stays on:

1. Stop the vehicle.

Turning the Systems Off
and On

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Caution
Do not repeatedly brake or
accelerate heavily when TCS is
off. The vehicle driveline could be
damaged.
To turn off only TCS, press and
release g. The traction off light i
displays in the instrument cluster,
and the appropriate message is
displayed in the DIC. See Ride
Control System Messages 0 140.
To turn TCS on again, press and
release g. The traction off light i
displayed in the instrument cluster
will turn off.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g
is pressed, the system will not turn
off until the wheels stop spinning.

To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
press and hold g until the traction
off light i and StabiliTrak OFF
light g come on and stay on in the
instrument cluster. The appropriate
messages are displayed in the DIC.
See Ride Control System Messages
0 140. StabiliTrak can only be
disabled below 56 km/h (35 mph).
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on
again, press and release g. The
traction off light i and StabiliTrak
OFF light g in the instrument cluster
turn off.
Adding accessories can affect the
vehicle performance. See
Accessories and Modifications
0 250.

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Cruise Control
The cruise control lets the vehicle
maintain a speed of about 40 km/h
(25 mph) or more without keeping
your foot on the accelerator. Cruise
control does not work at speeds
below 40 km/h (25 mph).

{ Warning
Cruise control can be dangerous
where you cannot drive safely at
a steady speed. Do not use
cruise control on winding roads or
in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous
on slippery roads. On such roads,
fast changes in tire traction can
cause excessive wheel slip, and
you could lose control. Do not use
cruise control on slippery roads.

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With the Traction Control System
(TCS) or Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), the system may begin to
limit wheel spin while you are using
cruise control. If this happens, the
cruise control will automatically
disengage. See Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control 0 213.
If a collision alert occurs when
cruise control is activated, cruise
control is disengaged. See Forward
Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 222.
When road conditions allow you to
safely use it again, cruise control
can be turned back on.
If the brakes or the Regen on
Demand paddle are applied, cruise
control disengages.
Cruise control will disengage if
either TCS or StabiliTrak is
turned off.

−SET : Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control.
If cruise control is already active,
use to decrease vehicle speed.
Setting Cruise Control
If 5 is on when not in use, −SET or
+RES could get bumped and go into
cruise when not desired. Keep 5
off when cruise is not being used.
To set a speed:

5 : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. A white indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on.

* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
+RES : If there is a set speed in
memory, press briefly to resume that
speed or press and hold to
accelerate. If cruise control is
already active, use to increase
vehicle speed.

1. Press 5 to turn the cruise
system on.
2. Get up to the desired speed.
3. Press and release −SET. The
desired set speed briefly
appears in the instrument
cluster.
4. Remove foot from the
accelerator pedal.
The cruise control indicator on the
instrument cluster turns green after
cruise control has been set to the
desired speed. See Instrument
Cluster 0 111.

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Resuming a Set Speed
If the cruise control is set at a
desired speed and then the brakes
are applied or * is pressed, the
cruise control is disengaged without
erasing the set speed from memory.
Once the vehicle speed reaches
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more,
briefly press +RES. The vehicle
returns to the previous set speed.
Increasing Speed While Using
Cruise Control
If the cruise control system is
already activated:
. Press and hold +RES until the
vehicle accelerates to the
desired speed, then release it.
. To increase the speed in small
increments, briefly press +RES.
For each press, the vehicle goes
about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster.

The speedometer reading can be
displayed in either English or metric
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 111.
The increment value used depends
on the units displayed.
Reducing Speed While Using
Cruise Control
If the cruise control system is
already activated:
. Press and hold −SET until the
desired lower speed is reached,
then release it.
. To slow down in small
increments, briefly press −SET.
For each press, the vehicle goes
about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower.
The speedometer reading can be
displayed in either English or metric
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 111.
The increment value used depends
on the units displayed.

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Passing Another Vehicle While
Using Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to
increase the vehicle speed. When
you take your foot off the pedal, the
vehicle will slow down to the
previous set cruise speed. While
pressing the accelerator pedal or
shortly following the release to
override cruise control, briefly
pressing −SET will result in cruise
control set to the current vehicle
speed.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well the cruise control works
on hills depends upon the vehicle
speed, load, and the steepness of
the hills. When going up steep hills,
you might have to step on the
accelerator pedal to maintain the
vehicle speed. When going
downhill, you might have to brake or
shift to a lower gear to keep your
speed down. If the brake pedal is
applied, cruise control will
disengage.

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Ending Cruise Control
There are five ways to end cruise
control:
. Step lightly on the brake pedal.

Press

Shift the electric drive unit to
N (Neutral).

Press 5 to turn the cruise
control system off completely.

Pull the Regen on Demand
paddle.

Erasing Speed Memory
The cruise control set speed is
erased from memory if 5 is pressed
or if the vehicle is turned off.

Driver Assistance
Systems
This vehicle may have features that
work together to help avoid crashes
or reduce crash damage while
driving, backing, and parking. Read
this entire section before using
these systems.

Warning (Continued)
Under many conditions, these
systems will not:
.

Detect children,
pedestrians, bicyclists,
or animals.

Detect vehicles or objects
outside the area monitored
by the system.

Work at all driving speeds.

Warn you or provide you
with enough time to avoid a
crash.

Work under poor visibility or
bad weather conditions.

Work if the detection sensor
is not cleaned or is covered
by ice, snow, mud, or dirt.

Work if the detection sensor
is covered up, such as with
a sticker, magnet, or metal
plate.
(Continued)

{ Warning
Do not rely on the Driver
Assistance Systems. These
systems do not replace the need
for paying attention and driving
safely. You may not hear or see
alerts or warnings provided by
these systems. Failure to use
proper care when driving may
result in injury, death, or vehicle
damage. See Defensive Driving
0 192.
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Warning (Continued)
.

Work if the area surrounding
the detection sensor is
damaged or not properly
repaired.

Complete attention is always
required while driving, and you
should be ready to take action
and apply the brakes and/or steer
the vehicle to avoid crashes.
Audible Alert
Some driver assistance features
alert the driver of obstacles by
beeping. To change the volume of
the warning chime, see “Comfort
and Convenience” under Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing
If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera
(RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA),
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may help the driver park or avoid
objects. Always check around the
vehicle when parking or backing.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
When the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse), the RVC displays an
image of the area behind the vehicle
in the infotainment display. The
previous screen displays when the
vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse)
after a short delay. To return to the
previous screen sooner, press { on
the infotainment display, shift into
P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed
of 8 km/h (5 mph).

1. View Displayed by the
Camera

Turn D to adjust the display
brightness while viewing the
infotainment display.

1. View Displayed by the
Camera
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper

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Displayed images may be farther or
closer than they appear. The area
displayed is limited and objects that
are close to either corner of the
bumper or under the bumper do not
display.
A warning triangle may display to
show that RPA has detected an
object. This triangle changes from
amber to red and increases in size
the closer the object.

{ Warning
The Surround Vision Cameras
have blind spots and will not
display all objects near the
corners of the vehicle. Folding
side mirrors that are out of
position will not display surround
view correctly. Always check
around the vehicle when parking
or backing.

Surround Vision

1. Views Displayed by the
Surround Vision Cameras
2. Area Not Shown

If equipped, Surround Vision
displays an image of the area
surrounding the vehicle, along with
the front or rear camera views in the
infotainment display. The front
camera is in the grille or near the
front emblem, the side cameras are
on the bottom of the outside mirrors,
and the rear camera is above the
license plate.

Front Vision Camera

1. Views Displayed by the
Surround Vision Cameras
2. Area Not Shown

If equipped, a view of the area in
front of the vehicle appears in the
infotainment display. The front view

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shows after shifting from
R (Reverse) to D (Drive) and when
the vehicle is moving forward slower
than 8 km/h (5 mph).

{ Warning
The camera(s) do not display
children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
crossing traffic, animals, or any
other object outside of the
cameras’ field of view, below the
bumper, or under the vehicle.
Shown distances may be different
from actual distances. Do not
drive or park the vehicle using
only these camera(s). Always
check behind and around the
vehicle before driving. Failure to
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.

Parking Assist
If equipped with Rear Parking Assist
(RPA), as the vehicle moves at
speeds of less than 8 km/h (5 mph)
the sensors on the bumpers may
detect objects up to 2.3 m (7.5 ft)
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25 cm (10 in) high off the ground
and below bumper level. These
detection distances may be shorter
during warmer or humid weather.
Blocked sensors will not detect
objects and can also cause false
detections. Keep the sensors clean
of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush;
and clean sensors after a car wash
in freezing temperatures.

{ Warning
The Parking Assist system does
not detect children, pedestrians,
bicyclists, animals, or objects
located below the bumper or that
are too close or too far from the
vehicle. It is not available at
speeds greater than 8 km/h
(5 mph). To prevent injury, death,
or vehicle damage, even with
parking assist, always check the
area around the vehicle and
check all mirrors before moving
forward or backing.

The instrument cluster may have a
Parking Assist display with bars that
show “distance to object” and object
location information for RPA. As the
object gets closer, more bars light
up and the bars change color from
yellow to amber to red. When an
object is first detected in the rear,
one beep will be heard from the
rear. When an object is very close,
<0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, five
beeps will sound from the rear
depending on object location.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
If equipped, when the vehicle is
shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA uses
a red warning triangle with a left or

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right pointing arrow on the
infotainment display to warn of
traffic coming from the left or right.
This system detects objects coming
from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left
or right side of the vehicle. When an
object is detected, three beeps
sound from the left or right,
depending on the direction of the
detected vehicle.

Assistance Systems for
Driving
If equipped, when driving the
vehicle in a forward gear, Forward
Collision Alert (FCA), Lane
Departure Warning (LDW), Lane
Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert
(LCA), Forward Automatic Braking
(FAB), and/or the Front Pedestrian
Braking (FPB) System can help to
avoid a crash or reduce crash
damage.

Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System
If equipped, the FCA system may
help to avoid or reduce the harm
caused by front-end crashes. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
beeps. FCA also lights an amber
visual alert if following another
vehicle much too closely. FCA
detects vehicles within a distance of
approximately 60 m (197 ft) and
operates at speeds above
8 km/h (5 mph).

{ Warning
FCA is a warning system and
does not apply the brakes. When
approaching a slower-moving or
stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly,
or when following a vehicle too
closely, FCA may not provide a
warning with enough time to help
avoid a crash. It also may not
provide any warning at all. FCA
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
does not warn of pedestrians,
animals, signs, guardrails,
bridges, construction barrels,
or other objects. Be ready to take
action and apply the brakes.

Detecting the Vehicle Ahead

FCA warnings will not occur unless
the FCA system detects a vehicle
ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
the vehicle ahead indicator will
display green. Vehicles may not be
detected on curves, highway exit
ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility;
or if a vehicle ahead is partially
blocked by pedestrians or other
objects. FCA will not detect another
vehicle ahead until it is completely
in the driving lane.

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{ Warning
FCA does not provide a warning
to help avoid a crash, unless it
detects a vehicle. FCA may not
detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA
sensor is blocked by dirt, snow,
or ice, or if the windshield is
damaged. It may also not detect a
vehicle on winding or hilly roads,
or in conditions that can limit
visibility such as fog, rain,
or snow, or if the headlamps or
windshield are not cleaned or in
proper condition. Keep the
windshield, headlamps, and FCA
sensors clean and in good repair.

Collision Alert

When your vehicle approaches
another detected vehicle too rapidly,
the red FCA display will flash on the
windshield. Also, eight rapid
high-pitched beeps will sound from
the front. When this Collision Alert
occurs, the brake system may
prepare for driver braking to occur
more rapidly which can cause a
brief, mild deceleration. Continue to
apply the brake pedal as the driving
situation dictates. Cruise control
may be disengaged when the
Collision Alert occurs.

Tailgating Alert
The vehicle ahead indicator will
display amber when you are
following a detected vehicle ahead
much too closely.

Selecting the Alert Timing
The Collision Alert control is on the
steering wheel. Press [ to set the
FCA timing to far, medium, near,
or off. The first button press shows
the current control setting on the
DIC. Additional button presses will
change this setting. The chosen
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and will affect the timing of both the
Collision Alert and the Tailgating
Alert features. The timing of both
alerts will vary based on vehicle
speed. The faster the vehicle speed,
the farther 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.

Following Distance Indication
The following distance to a moving
vehicle you are following is
indicated in following time in
seconds on the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
The minimum following time is
0.5 seconds away. If there is no
vehicle detected ahead, or the
vehicle ahead is out of sensor
range, dashes will be displayed.

Unnecessary Alerts
FCA may provide unnecessary
alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in
other lanes, objects that are not

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vehicles, or shadows. These alerts
are normal operation and the
vehicle does not need service.

Cleaning the System
If the FCA system does not seem to
operate properly, cleaning the
outside of the windshield in front of
the camera sensor may correct the
issue.

detected. This is shown by the FCA
vehicle ahead indicator being lit.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 222.
The system works when driving in a
forward gear between 8 km/h
(5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph).
It can detect vehicles up to
approximately 60 m (197 ft).

{ Warning
FAB is an emergency crash
preparation feature and is not
designed to avoid crashes. Do
not rely on FAB to brake the
vehicle. FAB will not brake
outside of its operating speed
range and only responds to
detected vehicles.
FAB may not:
. Detect a vehicle ahead on
winding or hilly roads.
. Detect all vehicles,
especially vehicles with a
trailer, tractors, muddy
vehicles, etc.
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Warning (Continued)
.

Detect a vehicle when
weather limits visibility, such
as in fog, rain, or snow.

Detect a vehicle ahead if it
is partially blocked by
pedestrians or other objects.

Complete attention is always
required while driving, and you
should be ready to take action
and apply the brakes and/or steer
the vehicle to avoid crashes.
FAB may slow the vehicle to a
complete stop to try to avoid a
potential crash. If this happens, FAB
may engage the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a
stop. Release the EPB or firmly
press the accelerator pedal.

{ Warning
FAB may automatically brake the
vehicle suddenly in situations
where it is unexpected and
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{ Warning

undesired. It could respond to a
turning vehicle ahead, guardrails,
signs, and other non-moving
objects. To override FAB, firmly
press the accelerator pedal, if it is
safe to do so.

IBA may increase vehicle braking
in situations when it may not be
necessary. You could block the
flow of traffic. If this occurs, take
your foot off the brake pedal and
then apply the brakes as needed.

Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
IBA may activate when the brake
pedal is applied quickly by providing
a boost to braking based on the
speed of approach and distance to
a vehicle ahead.
Minor brake pedal pulsations or
pedal movement during this time is
normal and the brake pedal should
continue to be applied as needed.
IBA will automatically disengage
only when the brake pedal is
released.

FAB and IBA can be disabled
through vehicle personalization. See
“Collision/Detection Systems” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

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or automatically brake the vehicle.
This system includes Intelligent
Brake Assist (IBA), and the Forward
Automatic Braking (FAB) System
may also respond to pedestrians.
See Forward Automatic Braking
(FAB) 0 224.
The FPB system can detect and
alert to pedestrians in a forward
gear at speeds between 8 km/h
(5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph).
During daytime driving, the system
detects pedestrians up to a distance
of approximately 40 m (131 ft).
During nighttime driving, system
performance is very limited.

{ Warning
FPB does not provide an alert or
automatically brake the vehicle,
unless it detects a pedestrian.
FPB may not detect pedestrians,
including children:
. When the pedestrian is not
directly ahead, fully visible,
or standing upright, or when
part of a group.
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Warning (Continued)

Due to poor visibility,
including nighttime
conditions, fog, rain,
or snow.

If the FPB sensor is blocked
by dirt, snow, or ice.

If the headlamps or
windshield are not cleaned
or in proper condition.

Be ready to take action and apply
the brakes. For more information,
see Defensive Driving 0 192.
Keep the windshield, headlamps,
and FPB sensor clean and in
good repair.

Detecting the Pedestrian
Ahead

the front. When this Pedestrian Alert
occurs, the brake system may
prepare for driver braking to occur
more rapidly which can cause a
brief, mild deceleration. Continue to
apply the brake pedal as needed.
Cruise control may be disengaged
when the Front Pedestrian Alert
occurs.

FPB alerts and automatic braking
will not occur unless the FPB
system detects a pedestrian. When
a nearby pedestrian is detected
directly in front of the vehicle, the
pedestrian ahead indicator will
display amber.

Automatic Braking

Front Pedestrian Alert

FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert
and Brake through vehicle
personalization. See “Collision/
Detection Systems” under Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.
When the vehicle approaches a
pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the
red FPB alert display will flash on
the windshield. Eight rapid
high-pitched beeps will sound from

If FPB detects it is about to crash
into a pedestrian directly ahead, and
the brakes have not been applied,
FPB may automatically brake
moderately or brake hard. This can
help to avoid some very low speed
pedestrian crashes or reduce
pedestrian injury. FPB can
automatically brake to detected
pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph)
and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic
braking levels may be reduced
under certain conditions, such as
higher speeds.
If this happens, Automatic Braking
may engage the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a
stop. Release the EPB. A firm press

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of the accelerator pedal will also
release Automatic Braking and
the EPB.

{ Warning
FPB may alert or automatically
brake the vehicle suddenly in
situations where it is unexpected
and undesired. It could falsely
alert or brake for objects similar in
shape or size to pedestrians,
including shadows. This is normal
operation and the vehicle does
not need service. To override
Automatic Braking, firmly press
the accelerator pedal, if it is safe
to do so.
Automatic Braking can be disabled
through vehicle personalization. See
“Front Pedestrian Detection” in
“Collision/Detection Systems” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.

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Lane Change Alert (LCA)

If FPB does not seem to operate
properly, cleaning the outside of the
windshield in front of the rearview
mirror may correct the issue.

If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside mirror and will flash if the
turn signal is on.

Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA)
If equipped, the SBZA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding crashes that
occur with moving vehicles in the
side blind zone (or spot) areas.
When the vehicle is in a forward
gear, the left or right side mirror
display will light up if a moving
vehicle is detected in that blind
zone. If the turn signal is activated
and a vehicle is also detected on
the same side, the display will flash
as an extra warning not to change
lanes. Since this system is part of
the Lane Change Alert (LCA)
system, read the entire LCA section
before using this feature.

{ Warning
LCA does not alert the driver to
vehicles outside of the system
detection zones, pedestrians,
bicyclists, or animals. It may not
provide alerts when changing
lanes under all driving conditions.
Failure to use proper care when
changing lanes may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Before making a lane change,
always check mirrors, glance over
your shoulder, and use the turn
signals.

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LCA Detection Zones

1. SBZA Detection Zone
2. LCA Detection Zone

The LCA sensor covers a zone of
approximately one lane over from
both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
(11 ft). The height of the zone is
approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
warning area starts at approximately
the middle of the vehicle and goes
back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also
warned of vehicles rapidly
approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft)
behind the vehicle.

How the System Works
The LCA symbol lights up in the
side mirrors when the system
detects a moving vehicle in the next
lane over that is in the side blind
zone or rapidly approaching that
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol
indicates it may be unsafe to
change lanes. Before making a lane
change, check the LCA display,
check mirrors, glance over your
shoulder, and use the turn signals.

Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror
Display
Display
When the vehicle is started, both
outside mirror LCA displays will
briefly come on to indicate the
system is operating. When the
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left
or right side mirror display will light
up if a moving vehicle is detected in
the next lane over in that blind zone
or rapidly approaching that zone.

If the turn signal is activated in the
same direction as a detected
vehicle, this display will flash as an
extra warning not to change lanes.
LCA can be disabled through
vehicle personalization. See
“Collision/Detection Systems” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 142.
If LCA is disabled by the driver, the
LCA mirror displays will not light up.

When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly
The LCA system requires some
driving for the system to calibrate to
maximum performance. This
calibration may occur more quickly if
the vehicle is driven on a straight
highway road with traffic and
roadside objects (e.g., guardrails,
barriers). During a trip, the LCA
system is not operational until the
vehicle first reaches a speed of
24 km/h (15 mph).
LCA displays may not come on
when passing a vehicle quickly or
for a stopped vehicle. LCA may alert
to objects attached to the vehicle,
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vehicle. Attached objects may also
interfere with the detection of
vehicles. This is normal system
operation; the vehicle does not need
service.
LCA may not always alert the driver
to vehicles in the next lane over,
especially in wet conditions or when
driving on sharp curves. The system
does not need to be serviced. The
system may light up due to
guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and
other non-moving objects. This is
normal system operation; the
vehicle does not need service.
LCA may not operate when the LCA
sensors in the left or right corners of
the rear bumper are covered with
mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in
heavy rainstorms. For cleaning
instructions, see "Washing the
Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 301.
If the DIC still displays the system
unavailable message after cleaning
both sides of the vehicle toward the
rear corners of the vehicle, see your
dealer.

If the LCA displays do not light up
when moving vehicles are in the
side blind zone or rapidly
approaching this zone and the
system is clean, the system may
need service. Take the vehicle to
your dealer.

Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)
If equipped, LDW may help avoid
crashes due to unintentional lane
departures. It may provide a
warning if the vehicle is crossing a
detected lane marking without using
a turn signal in the lane departure
direction. Since this system is part
of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
system, read the entire LKA section
before using this feature.

a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
system alert as the lane marking is
crossed. The LKA system will not
assist or provide an LDW alert if it
detects that you are actively
steering. Override LKA by turning
the steering wheel. LKA uses a
camera to detect lane markings
between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
150 km/h (93 mph).

{ Warning
The LKA system does not
continuously steer the vehicle.
It may not keep the vehicle in the
lane or give a Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) alert, even if a
lane marking is detected. The
LKA and LDW systems may not:
.

Provide an alert or enough
steering assist to avoid a
lane departure or crash.

Detect lane markings under
poor weather or visibility
conditions. This can occur if
the windshield or
headlamps are blocked by
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Warning (Continued)
dirt, snow, or ice, if they are
not in proper condition, or if
the sun shines directly into
the camera.

Detect road edges.

Detect lanes on winding or
hilly roads.

If LKA only detects lane markings
on one side of the road, it will
only assist or provide an LDW
alert when approaching the lane
on the side where it has detected
a lane marking. Even with LKA
and LDW, you must steer the
vehicle. Always keep your
attention on the road and
maintain proper vehicle position
within the lane, or vehicle
damage, injury, or death could
occur. Always keep the
windshield, headlamps, and
camera sensors clean and in
good repair. Do not use LKA in
bad weather conditions.

{ Warning
Using LKA on slippery roads
could cause loss of control of the
vehicle and a crash. Turn the
system off.

How the System Works
The LKA camera sensor is on the
windshield ahead of the rearview
mirror.
To turn LKA on and off, press
on the steering wheel.

When on, A is green if LKA is
available to assist and provide LDW
alerts. It may assist by gently
turning the steering wheel and
display A as amber if the vehicle
approaches a detected lane marking
without using a turn signal in that
direction. It may also provide an
LDW alert by flashing A amber
as the lane marking is crossed.

Additionally, there may be three
beeps on the right or left, depending
on the lane departure direction.
The LKA system does not
continuously steer the vehicle.
If LKA does not detect active driver
steering, an alert and chime may be
provided. Move the steering wheel
to dismiss.

When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly
The system performance may be
affected by:
. Close vehicles ahead.
.

Sudden lighting changes, such
as when driving through tunnels.

Banked roads.

Roads with poor lane markings,
such as two-lane roads.

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If the LKA system is not functioning
properly when lane markings are
clearly visible, cleaning the
windshield may help.

Charging

LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts
may occur due to tar marks,
shadows, cracks in the road,
temporary or construction lane
markings, or other road
imperfections. This is normal system
operation; the vehicle does not need
service. Turn LKA off if these
conditions continue.

When the high voltage battery is
getting low, charging messages may
display.

When to Charge

The CHARGE VEHICLE SOON
message indicates that the driving
range is low and the vehicle needs
to be charged soon. As the charge
level drops, the PROPULSION
POWER IS REDUCED message is
displayed and the accelerator pedal
response is reduced. In addition, the
remaining range value will change
to LOW indicating the vehicle
should be charged immediately.
When the energy is fully depleted,
the OUT OF ENERGY, CHARGE
VEHICLE NOW message displays
and the vehicle slows to a stop.
Brake and steering assist will still
operate. Once the vehicle has
stopped, turn the vehicle off.
See Battery and Charging
Messages 0 135 and Propulsion
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Plug-In Charging
This section explains the process
for charging the high voltage battery.
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
temperature extremes for long
periods without being driven or
plugged in. It is recommended that
the vehicle be plugged in when
temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F)
and above 32 °C (90 °F) to
maximize high voltage battery life.
When using a 120-volt AC electrical
outlet, it will take approximately
50 hours to charge the vehicle from
a fully depleted battery with the
12 amp AC current setting, allowing
approximately 6 km (4 mi) for every
hour of charging.
When using a 240-volt charging
station, it will take approximately
9.5 hours to charge the vehicle with
the 32 amp setting, allowing
approximately 40 km (25 mi) for
every hour of charging.
Charge times will vary based on
battery condition, charge level, and
outside temperature. See
Programmable Charging 0 124 for
charge mode selection.

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If equipped, the vehicle can be
charged using DC charging
equipment typically found at service
stations and other public locations.
When using a DC charging station
with at least 80 kW of available
power, it will take approximately
30 minutes to recharge from a
depleted battery to an estimated
145 km (90 mi) of driving range.
This time estimate is applicable to
nominal temperature ranges. In
extreme hot or cold conditions, this
time may be lengthened. A full
charge will take additional time.
The charging system may run fans
and pumps that result in sounds
from the vehicle while it is turned
off. Additionally, clicking sounds
may be caused by the electrical
devices used while charging.
The vehicle cannot be driven while
the charge cord is plugged into the
vehicle.

Charging Override
A CHARGING OVERRIDE/
INTERRUPTION OCCURRED
message may display to indicate
that a charging override or
interruption has occurred due to one
or more of the following events:
. Override of the charge settings
by the owner using OnStar.
. Unintended interruption of AC
power at the vehicle's
charge port.
. Interruption of charging by the
utility company using OnStar as
authorized by the vehicle owner.
There are several screens that will
display depending on the current
charging status. See Programmable
Charging 0 124.
A loss of AC power alert may sound
for a short time if AC power is lost
for over one minute. This sound
alert can be turned off. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 142.

AC Charging

AC Charge Cord Vehicle Plug
Start Charge
1. Make sure the vehicle is
parked.

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2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door and release to
open the door.
In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge
port door. Remove ice from the
area before attempting to open
or close the charge port door.

4. Plug the charge cord into the
electrical outlet. Verify the
charge cord status and select
the appropriate charge level.
See Electrical Requirements
for Battery Charging 0 246.
See Charge Cord 0 239. See
“Charge Limit Selection” under
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6. Verify that the Charging Status
Indicator illuminates on top of
the instrument panel and an
audible chirp occurs. See
Charging Status Feedback
0 236.
7. To arm the charge cord theft
alert, lock the vehicle twice with
the RKE transmitter. To disarm
this feature, see “Energy
Settings” under Energy
Information 0 131.
End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert.

3. Open the liftgate, lift the load
floor cover, and remove the
charge cord.

2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the
charge cord from the vehicle.
Unlock the vehicle plug of the
charge cord from the vehicle by
pressing the button on the top
of the charge cord plug.
3. Close the charge port door by
pressing firmly in the center
until it latches.
4. Unplug the charge cord from
the electrical outlet.

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5. Place the charge cord into the
storage compartment.

DC Charging (If Equipped)
DC Charging Station Hardware
Check the charge station DC
vehicle plug for compatibility with
the DC charge port on this vehicle.
When recharging at a DC fast
charge station, the power cable
connected to the vehicle must be
less than 10 m (33 ft) in length.

In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge
port door. The charge port door
may not open on the first
attempt. Remove ice from the
area and repeat attempting to
open the charge port door.

Start Charge
1. Make sure the vehicle is
parked.
2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door and release to
open the door.

Follow the steps listed on the
charging station to perform a DC
vehicle charge.
If for any reason DC charging does
not begin or is interrupted, check
the DC charge station display for
messages. Unplug to restart the DC
charge process.

plug connection can be can be
checked by information on
the DIC.

7. Verify that the Charging Status
Indicator illuminates on top of
the instrument panel and an
audible chirp occurs. See
Charging Status Feedback
0 236.

Caution
Do not attempt to disconnect the
DC vehicle plug while charging is
active. This action may damage
vehicle or charging station
hardware.

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Stop Charge
Controls on the charging station can
be used to stop the charge process
at any time.
To stop the charge when inside the
vehicle, you may use the stop
charging button on the Charging
screen. See Programmable
Charging 0 124.
There is also an available mobile
app with several charging functions.
See KeyPass 0 44.
Stop Charge — Automatic
When the vehicle no longer needs
to use power from the charging
station, it will stop charging and the
DC vehicle plug will be unlocked
from the DC charge port.
Energy can still be consumed from
the charging station when the
vehicle’s displays and indicators
show that the battery is fully
charged. This is to ensure the
battery is in optimal temperature
operating range to maximize vehicle
range. See Programmable Charging
0 124.

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Delayed Charging
Override
To temporarily override a delayed
charge event, unplug the charge
cord from the charge port and then
plug it back in within five seconds.
A single audible chirp will sound
and charging will begin immediately.
To cancel a temporary override,
unplug the charge cord, wait for
10 seconds, and then plug the
charge cord back in. A double
audible chirp will sound and
charging will be delayed.
See Programmable Charging 0 124
for advanced charge scheduling
options.

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Charging Status
Feedback

The vehicle has a Charging Status
Indicator (CSI) at the center of the
instrument panel near the
windshield. When the vehicle is
plugged in and the vehicle power is
off, the CSI indicates the following:
. Short Flashing Green – Vehicle
is plugged in. Battery is not fully
charged. Flash rate increases
from one to four flashes as
battery charges.

Long Flashing Green – Vehicle
is plugged in. Battery is not fully
charged. Battery charging is
delayed.

If the vehicle is plugged in and
vehicle power is on, the CSI will
flash or will be solid green,
depending on the charge level.

Solid Green – Vehicle is plugged
in. Battery is fully charged.

Solid Yellow – Vehicle is plugged
in. It is normal for the CSI to turn
yellow for a few seconds after
plugging in a compatible charge
cord. The solid yellow may be
extended depending on the
vehicle and if there is a total
utility interruption via OnStar.
See Utility Interruption of
Charging 0 245. This may also
indicate that the charging
system has detected a fault and
will not charge the battery. See
“Charge Cord Status Indicators”
in Charge Cord 0 239.

If the vehicle is plugged in and the
CSI is off, a total utility interruption
using OnStar or a charging fault has
been detected. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 245 or
“Charge Cord Status Indicators” in
Charge Cord 0 239.
A message displays if the vehicle is
not able to charge.
Following is the vehicle feedback
when the charge cord is plugged in.

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Charging Status
Indicator

Sound

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Action/Reason

Short Flashing Green
(Flash rate increases
from one to four as the
battery charges)

One audible chirp

Vehicle is charging.

Long Flashing Green

Two audible chirps

Charging is delayed by Programmable
Charging or, if the vehicle is equipped
accordingly, by a total utility interruption via
OnStar. Charging will begin later. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 245.

Short Flashing Green
(From one to four
flashes depending on
charge level)

Two audible chirps

Vehicle is charging but will delay by
Programmable Charging at least once
before the charge is complete.

Solid Green

None

Charging is complete.

Yellow (Upon Plug-in)

None

Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is
preparing to charge.

Yellow (For Extended
Time Period after
Plug-in)

None

Charge cord is OK, but the vehicle is not
charging. This may be due to a total utility
interruption via Onstar and charging will
begin later. This may also occur if the
vehicle has detected a high voltage
charging system fault. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 245 or Service
Vehicle Soon Light 0 118.

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Charging Status
Indicator

Sound

Action/Reason

Short Flashing Green
(From one to four
flashes depending on
charge level) or Long
Flashing Green

Four audible chirps

Insufficient time to fully charge by departure
time due to the selected rate preference.
To increase the battery state of charge at
the departure time perform a delayed
charging override. See Delayed Charging
Override 0 235.

None (Upon Plug-in)

None

Charge cord connection should be checked.

None (After Green or
Yellow CSI Indication
Observed)

None

Charge cord connection should be checked.
If connection is good, this may be due to a
power failure or a total utility interruption via
OnStar and charging will begin later. This
may also occur if the vehicle has detected a
high voltage charging system fault.
See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 245 or
Service Vehicle Soon Light 0 118.

None

Repeated audible chirps

Electricity has been interrupted before
charging was complete. Repeated chirps
will stop if power is restored within
90 seconds.

None

Three audible chirps

Charge port door is open.

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To disable this feature, see “Charge
Power Loss Alert” in Energy
Information 0 131.
To stop this alert, do one of the
following:
. Unplug the charge cord.
.
.

A portable charge cord used to
charge the vehicle high voltage
battery is stored under the load floor
in the rear cargo area.

K on the RKE transmitter.
Press and hold 7 on the RKE

Press

transmitter, then press again to
stop the panic alarm.
.

Press the horn pad.

Charge Cord
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

This symbol indicates risk of
electrical shock if misused.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Wall Plug
Status Indicators
Vehicle Plug
Release Button

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Important Information about
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
. Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’s electrical
system more than a typical
household appliance.
. Before plugging into any
electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or may be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.

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When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.

Mount the charge cord to reduce
strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.

Do not place the charge cord in
a position where it is expected to
be submerged in water.

Danger (Continued)
.

Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.

Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit with
other electrical loads.

Warning (Continued)
.

Never leave children
unattended near the vehicle
while the vehicle is charging
and never allow children to
play with the charge cord.

If the plug provided does
not fit the electrical outlet,
do not modify the plug.
Arrange for a qualified
electrician to inspect the
electrical outlet.

Do not put fingers into the
electric vehicle connector.

{ Warning
When using electric products,
basic precautions should always
be followed, including the
following:
. Read all the safety warnings
and instructions before
using this product. Failure to
follow the warnings and the
instructions may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or
serious injury.
(Continued)

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{ Warning
.

To reduce the risk of fire,
installations shall comply
with the requirements of
National Electric Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA),
Canadian Electrical Code
CSA 22.1 and IEC 60364 –
Electrical installations in
buildings, depending on the
region in which the unit is
being installed. The installer
shall comply with any
additional local
requirements mandated by
the country and/or
municipality.

Do not use this product if
the flexible power cord or
the electric vehicle cable is
frayed, has broken
insulation, or shows any
other signs of damage.

For Canada only: Not for
use in commercial garages.
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
.

Do not use this product if
the enclosure or the vehicle
plug is broken, cracked,
open, or shows any other
indication of damage.
The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate electrical
outlet that is properly
installed in accordance with
all local codes and
ordinances. Do not modify
the plug provided with the
product. If the plug does not
fit the electrical outlet, have
a proper electrical outlet
installed by a qualified
electrician. If ground is
missing, the charge cord
indicators will indicate an
electrical system fault and
the vehicle may not charge.

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Charge Cord Status Indicators
After plugging in the charge cord, it
will perform a quick self test.
Verify the charge cord status.
When the O indicator is lit solid
green, the charge cord is ready to
charge the vehicle.
The charge cord utilizes a
combination of the O and P
indicators to display the status of
the charge cord per the following
table.

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(

Solid Green

Off (No Light)

Flashing Green

Solid Red

(

Off (No Light)

Solid Red

Symbol

Fault/Condition/Event

No Faults: The charge cord is receiving power from the
electrical outlet and is ready to supply it to the vehicle.

Rpb

Electrical Outlet/Plug Fault: The charge cord has detected
that the electrical outlet/plug overheated. Electrical outlets
may wear out with normal usage or may be damaged over
time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn, damaged, or one
that will not hold the plug firmly in place. Use another
electrical outlet or have the electrical outlet serviced by a
qualified electrician. Reset the charge cord by unplugging
the charge cord from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it.

R o

Electrical System Fault: The charge cord has detected a
missing or improper ground within the building's electrical
system. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly
grounded. Use another electrical outlet or have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the building's electrical system.

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(

Off (No Light)

Flashing Red

Solid Green

Flashing Red

If no status indicators are lit, ensure
the electrical outlet is powered.

Charge Limit Selection
Charge level selection can be made
using the Charge Mode tab on the
Charging screen on the infotainment
display. See “Charge Limit
Selection” under Programmable
Charging 0 124.

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Symbol

Fault/Condition/Event

Vehicle Fault: The charge cord ground-fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) has tripped. Ensure that there is no physical damage
to the charge cord, and that the vehicle plug is seated
completely and making a good connection. Reset the charge
cord by unplugging it from the electrical outlet and
re-plugging it. If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer
for service.

Charge Cord Fault: The charge cord has detected a potential
problem with the charge cord. Reset the charge cord by
unplugging it from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it.
If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service.

{ Warning

Warning (Continued)

Using a charge level that exceeds
the electrical circuit or electrical
outlet capacity may start a fire or
damage the electrical circuit. Use
the lowest charge level until a
qualified electrician inspects the
electrical circuit capacity. Use the
(Continued)

lowest charge level if the
electrical circuit or electrical outlet
capacity is not known.

Grounding Instructions
The charge circuit must be
grounded. If this charge circuit
should malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least

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resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock.
This product is equipped with a cord
that has an equipment grounding
conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

Mounting Instructions

{ Warning
Improper connection of the
charge cord ground may cause
electrical shock. Check with a
qualified electrician if there is
doubt as to whether the charge
circuit is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with
the product. If it will not fit the
electrical outlet, have a proper
electrical outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.

1. Identify an appropriate location
for the charge cord.
2. Locate a mounting support,
such as a wall stud.
The appropriate height for
mounting the charge cord is
91 cm (36 in) from the floor.

3. Mark and drill the mounting
holes in a wall stud or suitable
structure. Stay away from any
power source.
Space the holes 18.7 cm
(7 3/8 in) apart.
4. Install the mounting screws in
the wall surface leaving the
head of the screws 5 mm
(3/16 in) from the surface.

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Lock Feature

5. Securely mount the charge
cord on to the screws.
6. Connect the wall plug to the
electrical outlet.
7. Connect the vehicle plug to the
charge port.

A lock can be added to the vehicle
plug for additional security.

FCC Information
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.

Utility Interruption of
Charging
This vehicle will respond to requests
through the utility company to limit
or completely block electrical power
grid usage. This feature is inactive
during DC charging. A utility
interruption of charging will lengthen
the vehicle charge time.

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When electrical grid power is
completely blocked, the vehicle will
delay charging until the utility
interruption has expired. The vehicle
should be left plugged in so that the
vehicle can automatically begin
charging.
Changing the charge mode to
Immediate or performing a delayed
charging override will not disable a
utility interruption.
A pop-up will appear in the
infotainment display while starting
the vehicle following any utility
interruption. See “Charging
Interrupted or Overridden Pop-Up”
under Programmable Charging
0 124.
A message will display on the
instrument cluster indicating that a
utility interruption has occurred.

Charging Station
Troubleshooting
If the vehicle does not charge after
being plugged in to a residential
240-volt charging station:
1. Verify that the charge mode is
set to Immediate.

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2. Verify that the charging
station’s circuit breaker has not
been tripped.
3. Plug the portable charge cord
into the wall outlet, verify that
the indicator light on the charge
cord is solid green, and
connect it to the vehicle. See
“Charge Cord Status
Indicators” in Charge Cord
0 239.
4. If the vehicle charges with the
portable charge cord, there
may be a problem with the
charging station. Try to charge
the vehicle with a different
240-volt charging station, such
as a public station. If both
attempts charge the vehicle,
contact the charging station
manufacturer.

Electrical Requirements
for Battery Charging
This vehicle is capable of being
charged with most standard vehicle
charging equipment that complies
with one or more of the following:

SAE J1772

SAE J2847-2

IEC 61851-1

IEC 61851-22

IEC 61851-23

IEC 61851-24

IEC 62196-1

IEC 62196-2

IEC 62196-3

ISO 15118

The portable charge cord requires a
minimum circuit capacity of
120 volts and 15 amps.

Caution
Do not use portable or stationary
backup generating equipment to
charge the vehicle. This may
cause damage to the vehicle's
charging system. Only charge the
vehicle from utility supplied
power.

Trailer Towing
General Towing
Information
The vehicle is neither designed nor
intended to tow a trailer.

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Conversions and
Add-Ons
Add-On Electrical
Equipment

{ Warning
The Data Link Connector (DLC) is
used for vehicle service and
Emission Inspection/Maintenance
testing. See Service Vehicle Soon
Light 0 118. A device connected
to the DLC — such as an
aftermarket fleet or
driver-behavior tracking device —
may interfere with vehicle
systems. This could affect vehicle
operation and cause a crash.
Such devices may also access
information stored in the vehicle’s
systems.

Caution
Some electrical equipment can
damage the vehicle or cause
components to not work and
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always check
with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment.
Add-on equipment can drain the
vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
vehicle is not operating.
When adding electrical equipment, it
should only be connected using the
accessory power outlets. The
maximum power that can be
supplied by one accessory power
outlet or spread across all three is
200 watts or 15 amps. Exceeding
200 watts or 15 amps may cause
erratic vehicle operation.

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The vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to add anything
electrical to the vehicle, see
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle 0 79 and Adding Equipment
to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
0 79.

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Bulb Replacement

General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . .
California Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements . . . . .
Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

249
249
249
250

Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Underhood Compartment
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Battery - North America . . . . . . 257
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 259

Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 261

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . .
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . .

261
261
262
262
262
262
263

Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Electrical System Overload . . . 263
Underhood Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Self-Sealing Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 272

Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Tire Terminology and
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Tire Pressure Monitor
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Different Size Tires and
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 286
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

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Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

Towing the Vehicle
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Recreational Vehicle
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299

General Information
For service and parts needs, visit
your dealer. You will receive
genuine GM parts and GM-trained
and supported service people.
Genuine GM parts have one of
these marks:

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contain and/or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Many parts
and systems, many fluids, and
some component wear by-products
contain and/or emit these
chemicals.
See Battery - North America 0 257
and Jump Starting - North America
0 295.

Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308

California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements

California Proposition
65 Warning
WARNING: Most motor vehicles,
including this one, as well as many
of its service parts and fluids,

Certain types of automotive
applications, such as airbag
initiators, safety belt pretensioners,
and lithium batteries contained in
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
may contain perchlorate materials.
Special handling may be necessary.
For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate.

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Accessories and
Modifications
Adding non-dealer accessories or
making modifications to the vehicle
can affect vehicle performance and
safety, including such things as
airbags, braking, stability, ride and
handling, emissions systems,
aerodynamics, durability, and
electronic systems like antilock
brakes, traction control, and stability
control. These accessories or
modifications could even cause
malfunction or damage not covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Damage to suspension components
caused by modifying vehicle height
outside of factory settings will not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.

Damage to vehicle components
resulting from modifications or the
installation or use of non-GM
certified parts, including control
module or software modifications, is
not covered under the terms of the
vehicle warranty and may affect
remaining warranty coverage for
affected parts.
GM Accessories are designed to
complement and function with other
systems on the vehicle. See your
dealer to accessorize the vehicle
using genuine GM Accessories
installed by a dealer technician.
Also, see Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 79.

Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own
Service Work

{ Warning
Never try to do your own service
on high voltage battery
components. You can be injured
and the vehicle can be damaged
if you try to do your own service
work. Service and repair of these
high voltage battery components
should only be performed by a
trained dealer technician with the
proper knowledge and tools.
Exposure to high voltage can
cause shock, burns, and even
death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians
with special training.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not
remove, open, take apart,
(Continued)

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Warning (Continued)
or modify these components.
High voltage cable or wiring has
orange covering. Do not probe,
tamper with, cut, or modify high
voltage cable or wiring.

{ Warning
It can be dangerous to work on
your vehicle if you do not have
the proper knowledge, service
manual, tools, or parts. Always
follow owner’s manual procedures
and consult the service manual
for your vehicle before doing any
service work.

If doing some of your own service
work, use the proper service
manual. It tells you much more
about how to service the vehicle
than this manual can. To order the
proper service manual, see Service
Publications Ordering Information
0 335.
This vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to do your own
service work, see Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 79.
Keep a record with all parts receipts
and list the mileage and the date of
any service work performed. See
Maintenance Records 0 318.

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Hood
To open the hood:

1. Pull the release handle with
this symbol. It is below the
instrument panel outboard of
the steering wheel.

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To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, check
that all filler caps are properly
installed. Then, lift the hood to
relieve pressure on the
hood prop.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle
and locate the secondary
release lever under the front
center of the hood. Push the
secondary hood release lever
to the right to disengage.

3. Lift the hood and release the
hood prop rod from its retainer
above the radiator support.
Place the prop rod securely
into the slot in the hood.

2. Remove the hood prop from
the slot in the hood and return
it to its retainer above the
radiator support. The prop rod
must lock into place when
returning it to the retainer to
prevent hood damage.
3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in)
above the vehicle and release
it so it fully latches. Check to
make sure the hood is firmly
closed. Repeat the process if
necessary.

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1. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
0 255.
2. Cabin Heating Coolant
Reservoir. See Cooling System
0 254.
3. High Voltage Battery Coolant
Reservoir. See Cooling System
0 254.
4. HPDM (High Power Distribution
Module).
5. APM (Accessory Power
Module), OBCM (On-Board
Charging Module).
6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See
Brake Fluid 0 257.
7. SPIM, APM, and Charger
Module Coolant Reservoir. See
Cooling System 0 254.
8. Battery. See Battery - North
America 0 257.
9. Underhood Compartment Fuse
Block. Underhood
Compartment Fuse Block
0 264.

Cooling System
It is not necessary to regularly
check coolant unless a leak is
suspected or an unusual noise is
heard. A coolant loss could indicate
a problem. Have it inspected and
repaired by your dealer.
The following explains the cooling
systems and how to check coolant
levels.
. High Voltage Battery
.

Single Power Inverter Module
(SPIM), Accessory Power
Module (APM), and Charger
Module

Cabin Heating

reached. If the temperature falls
below this temperature, a high
voltage heater, located outside the
battery on a cradle, heats the
coolant until the correct temperature
is reached.

Single Power Inverter Module
(SPIM), Accessory Power
Module (APM), and Charger
Module
The SPIM, APM, and charger
module are cooled using a separate
coolant loop. These modules are
kept below a maximum temperature.
If the temperature rises above this
temperature, the electric cooling fan
will turn on to cool the coolant.

High Voltage Battery

Cabin Heating

During vehicle operation and also
during charging, the high voltage
battery cells in the vehicle are kept
within a normal operating
temperature range. If the
temperature rises above this
temperature, the battery cooling
system turns on the air conditioning
compressor and cools the coolant
until the correct temperature is

The cabin heating coolant is cooled
using a separate coolant loop.

Hybrid Cooling System
Pressure Caps
The hybrid cooling system
reservoirs have tamper resistant
pressure caps. The coolant should
only be serviced by a qualified
technician.

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Checking Coolant
The coolant needs to be replaced at
the appropriate interval. See
Maintenance Schedule 0 311.
The coolant reservoirs are in the
underhood compartment. See
Underhood Compartment Overview
0 253.

1. Park on a level surface and
turn vehicle off.

Adding Washer Fluid

2. After the system has
completely cooled, check that
the coolant level is at the
COLD fill mark on the reservoir.
3. If coolant level is not visible or
needs to be adjusted within the
reservoirs, contact your dealer.

Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer fluid is
needed, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before
use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature may fall
below freezing, use a fluid that has
sufficient protection against
freezing.
1. Cabin Heating Coolant
Reservoir
2. High Voltage Battery
Coolant Reservoir
3. SPIM, APM, and Charger
Module Coolant Reservoir

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Open the cap with the washer
symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
the tank is full. See Underhood
Compartment Overview 0 253 for
reservoir location.

Caution
.

Do not use washer fluid that
contains any type of water
repellent coating. This can
cause the wiper blades to
chatter or skip.

Do not use engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the
windshield washer. It can
damage the windshield
washer system and paint.
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Caution (Continued)

Do not mix water with
ready-to-use washer fluid.
Water can cause the
solution to freeze and
damage the washer fluid
tank and other parts of the
washer system.

When using concentrated
washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer instructions for
adding water.

Fill the washer fluid tank
only three-quarters full when
it is very cold. This allows
for fluid expansion if
freezing occurs, which could
damage the tank if it is
completely full.

Brakes
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or can

be heard all the time when the
vehicle is moving, except when
applying the brake pedal firmly.

{ Warning
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will
not work well. That could lead to
a crash. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced.

Caution
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and

evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 320.
Brake pads should be replaced as
complete sets.

Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal
does not return to normal height,
or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service may be required.

Replacing Brake System Parts
Always replace brake system parts
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes
may not work properly. The braking
performance expected can change
in many other ways if the wrong
replacement brake parts are
installed or if parts are improperly
installed.

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Brake Fluid

A fluid leak in the brake
hydraulic system. Have the
brake hydraulic system fixed.
With a leak, the brakes will not
work well.

Always clean the brake fluid
reservoir cap and the area around
the cap before removing it.
The brake master cylinder reservoir
is filled with GM approved DOT 3
brake fluid as indicated on the
reservoir cap. See Underhood
Compartment Overview 0 253 for
the location of the reservoir.
Checking Brake Fluid
With the vehicle in P (Park) on a
level surface, the brake fluid level
should be between the minimum
and maximum marks on the brake
fluid reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the
brake fluid level in the reservoir may
go down:
. Normal brake lining wear. When
new linings are installed, the
fluid level goes back up.

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What to Add
Use only GM approved DOT 3
brake fluid from a clean, sealed
container. See Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants 0 316.

{ Warning

Do not top off the brake fluid.
Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
If fluid is added when the linings are
worn, there will be too much fluid
when new brake linings are
installed. Add or remove fluid, as
necessary, only when work is done
on the brake hydraulic system.

The wrong or contaminated brake
fluid could result in damage to the
brake system. This could result in
the loss of braking leading to a
possible injury. Always use the
proper GM approved brake fluid.

When the brake fluid falls to a low
level, the brake warning light comes
on. See Brake System Warning
Light 0 118.

Caution

Brake fluid absorbs water over time
which degrades the effectiveness of
the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid
at the specified intervals to prevent
increased stopping distance. See
Maintenance Schedule 0 311.

If brake fluid is spilled on the
vehicle's painted surfaces, the
paint finish can be damaged.
Immediately wash off any painted
surface.

Battery - North America
The original equipment battery is
maintenance free. Do not remove
the cap and do not add fluid.

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This vehicle has a high voltage
battery and a standard 12-volt
battery.

If the vehicle is in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the
high voltage system. When this
occurs, the high voltage battery is
disconnected and the vehicle will
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE
SOON message in the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will be
displayed. Before the vehicle can be
operated again, it must be serviced
at your dealer.
See “If a Crash Occurs” under
Collision Damage Repair 0 333 for
additional information. If an airbag
has inflated, see What Will You See
after an Airbag Inflates? 0 73.
Only a trained service technician
with the proper knowledge and tools
should inspect, test, or replace the
high voltage battery. See your
dealer if either the 12-volt or high
voltage battery needs service. The
dealer has information on how to
recycle the high voltage battery.
There is also information available
at http://www.recyclemybattery.com.
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
when fully charged, to keep the high
voltage battery temperature ready

for the next drive. This is important
when outside temperatures are
extremely hot or cold.
Propulsion power may be reduced
in extremely cold temperatures, or if
the high voltage battery is too cold.
BATTERY TOO COLD, PLUG IN
TO WARM will display. See Battery
and Charging Messages 0 135.
A vehicle cover, which can reduce
sun loading on the vehicle and
improve high voltage battery life, is
available from your dealer.
Refer to the replacement number
shown on the original battery label
when a new 12-volt battery is
needed. The vehicle has an
Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt
battery. Installation of a standard
12-volt battery will result in reduced
12-volt battery life.
When using a 12-volt battery
charger on the 12-volt AGM battery,
some chargers have an AGM
battery setting on the charger.
If available, use the AGM setting on
the charger, to limit charge voltage
to 14.8 volts.

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{ Warning
WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also
contain other chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
See California Proposition
65 Warning 0 249.

Vehicle Storage

{ Warning
Batteries have acid that can burn
you and gas that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you are
not careful. See Jump Starting North America 0 295 for tips on
working around a battery without
getting hurt.

Up to Four Weeks
. Plug in the charge cord.
Four Weeks to 12 Months
. Discharge the high voltage
battery until two or three bars
remain on the battery range
indicator (Battery symbol) on the
instrument cluster.
. Do not plug in the charge cord.
.

Remove the black negative (−)
cable from the 12-volt battery
and attach a trickle charger to
the battery terminals or keep the
12-volt battery cables connected
and trickle charge from the
underhood remote positive (+)
and negative (−) terminals. See
Jump Starting - North America
0 295 for the location of these
terminals.

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Caution (Continued)
incorrect type of trickle charger.
An AGM/VRLA-compatible
charger must be used, with the
appropriate setting selected.
Follow the trickle charger
manufacturer instructions.
After the battery cable is
reconnected, it is possible that the
vehicle may not operate. If this
happens, the high voltage battery
may need to be charged.

Wiper Blade Replacement
Front Wiper Blade
Replacement

Caution

Windshield wiper blades should be
inspected for wear and cracking.
See the Maintenance Schedule
0 311.

The vehicle is equipped with an
AGM/VRLA 12-volt battery, which
can be damaged by using the
(Continued)

Replacement blades come in
different types and are removed in
different ways. For proper type and
length, see Maintenance
Replacement Parts 0 317.

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To remove the cover:

Caution
Allowing the wiper arm to touch
the windshield when no wiper
blade is installed could damage
the windshield. Any damage that
occurs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
the wiper arm to touch the
windshield.
To replace the windshield wiper
blade:
1. Pull the windshield wiper
assembly away from the
windshield.

1. Slide a plastic tool under the
cover and push upward to
unsnap.
2. Press the button in the middle
of the wiper arm connector,
and pull the wiper blade away
from the arm connector.
3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper
blade replacement.

Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
The rear wiper blade and wiper arm
have a cover for protection. The
cover must be removed before the
wiper blade can be replaced.

2. Slide the cover toward the
wiper blade tip to unhook it
from the blade assembly.
3. Remove the cover.
4. After wiper blade replacement,
ensure that the cover hook
slides into the slot in the blade
assembly.
5. Snap the cover down to
secure.
To replace the wiper blade:
1. Lift the wiper arm away from
the windshield.

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Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Headlamp aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.

For the proper type of replacement
bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs
0 263.

If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,
the headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is
necessary, see your dealer.
2. Push the release lever (2) to
disengage the hook and push
the wiper arm (1) out of the
blade assembly (3).
3. Push the new blade assembly
securely on the wiper arm until
the release lever clicks into
place.
4. Replace the wiper cover.

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For any bulb-changing procedure
not listed in this section, contact
your dealer.

Halogen Bulbs

{ Warning
Halogen bulbs have pressurized
gas inside and can burst if you
drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure
to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package.

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High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting

{ Warning

Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps

The High Intensity Discharge
(HID) lighting system operates at
a very high voltage. If you try to
service any of the system
components, you could be
seriously injured. Have your
dealer or a qualified technician
service them.

2. Press the new bulb in and turn
clockwise to install the bulb
into the socket.
3. Turn the bulb socket clockwise
to reinstall.

License Plate Lamp

This vehicle has several HID lamps.
For replacement of any HID lighting
assembly, contact your dealer.
After an HID headlamp bulb has
been replaced, the beam might be a
slightly different shade than it was
originally. This is normal.

LED Lighting
This vehicle has several LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED lighting
assembly, contact your dealer.

1. Back-up Lamp
2. Turn Signal Lamp
3. Stoplamp/Taillamp

To access the bulbs, reach up
behind the rear bumper. To replace
a back-up bulb, turn signal lamp,
taillamp, or stoplamp:
1. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it
from the socket. The lamps are
in the rear bumper.

1. Press the spring clip on the
right end of the lamp assembly
to the left to unlock the lamp
assembly.
2. Pull down on the lamp
assembly to remove it from the
fascia.

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Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp
Back-Up Lamps

4. Turn the bulb socket (1)
counterclockwise to remove it
from the lamp assembly (3).
5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of
the bulb socket (1).
6. Push the replacement bulb
straight into the bulb socket (1)
and turn the bulb socket (1)
clockwise to install it into the
lamp assembly (3).
7. Reinstall the lamp assembly (3)
into the fascia by inserting the
left side first.
8. Push the spring clip into place.

Bulb
Number
921

License
Plate Lamp

W5W LL

Rear Turn Signal
Lamps

WY21W

Stoplamp/
Taillamps

7440

For replacement bulbs not listed
here, contact your dealer.

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Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and
Wiring

Electrical System
Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit
breakers to protect against an
electrical system overload.

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When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
and closes, protecting the circuit
until the current load returns to
normal or the problem is fixed. This
greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by
electrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect
the following in the vehicle:
. Headlamp wiring
.

Windshield wiper motor

Power windows and other power
accessories

Replace a bad fuse with a new one
of the identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road and
a fuse needs to be replaced, the
same amperage fuse can be
borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.

Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause
the lamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. Have the

headlamp wiring checked right away
if the lamps go on and off or
remain off.

Underhood Compartment
Fuse Block

Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to
heavy snow or ice, the windshield
wipers will stop until the motor cools
and the wiper control is turned off.
After removal of the blockage, the
wiper motor will restart when the
control is then moved to the desired
operating position.
Although the circuit is protected
from electrical overload, overload
due to heavy snow or ice, may
cause wiper damage. Always clear
ice and heavy snow from the
windshield before using the
windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an
electrical problem and not snow or
ice, be sure to get it fixed.

To open the fuse block cover, press
the clips at the side and back and
pull the cover up.

Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical
component.

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A fuse puller is in the underhood
compartment fuse block.

Fuses

The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.
Fuses
Usage

Front wiper motor
driver

Liftgate

Front wiper motor
co-driver

Electronic brake
control module supply
electronics

–

Power window rear

–

Rechargeable energy
storage system 1

–

Left high-beam
headlamp

8
9

Right high-beam
headlamp
Left low-beam
headlamp

Right low-beam
headlamp

Horn

–

Usage

Fuses

Usage

Auxiliary oil pump

Electric brake boost
motor source

Front power windows

In-panel bussed
electrical center

Rear window
defogger

Heated exterior
rearview mirror

Pedestrian friendly
alert function

Rear wiper

Liftgate

Seat module front

Washer

HID lamp

–

Linear power module

–

Electronic brake
control module supply
motor

Current sensor

Rain sensor

–

Seat module rear

Powertrain

Electric brake
boost (ECU)

Transmission range
control module

Aeroshutter

Power line
communication
module

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Fuses
42

Usage
Infant occupant
sensing

Fuses

Usage

–

Power electronics
coolant pump

Engine control module

Electric steering
column lock

Window switch

Rechargeable energy
storage system

Vehicle integration
control module

HVAC electric heater

Integrated chassis
control module

On-board charging
module

Headlamp leveling
device

Transmission range
control module 1

Integrated chassis
control module

Electric cooling fan

Interior rearview
mirror

Engine control module

Auxiliary heater pump

–

Powertrain relay

Electric brake boost

Drive unit controller

Rear camera

Run/Crank relay

Rear window
defogger

A/C control module

Second run/Crank
relay

Rechargeable energy
storage system
coolant pump

A/C control module

–

Fuses

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Usage

Transmission range
control module

Single power inverter
module

–

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Instrument Panel Fuse
Block

The instrument panel fuse block is
on the left side of the instrument
panel. To access the fuses, open
the fuse panel door by pulling out.
To reinstall the door, insert the top
tab first, then push the door back
into its original location.
Fuses
Usage
F01

Video processing
module

F02

Indicator light solar
sensor

Fuses

Usage

F12

Body control module 8

F13

Data link connector 1

F14

Automatic parking
assist

F15

Data link connector 2

F16

Single power inverter
module 1

F17

Body control module 6

F18

Body control module 5
–

F03

Side blind zone alert

F19

F04

Passive entry, passive
start

F20

–

F21

–

F05

Central gateway
module

F22

–

F06

Body control module 4

F23

USB

F07

Body control module 3

F24

Wireless charging
module

F08

Body control module 2

F09

Body control module 1

F25

Reflected LED alert
display

F10

Trailer interface
module 1

F26

Heated steering wheel

F27

–

F11

Amplifier

F28

Instrument cluster 2

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Usage

Fuses

Usage

Fuses

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Usage

F42

–

F54

–

F29

Trailer interface
module 2

F43

Body control module 7

F55

Logistic

F30

Headlamp leveling
device

F44

Sensing and
diagnostic module

F56

–

F31

OnStar

F57

–

F45

Front camera module

F32

–

F58

Logistics relay

F46

Vehicle integration
control module

F59

–

F47

Single power inverter
module 2

F60

Accessory/Retained
accessory power relay

F48

Electric steering
column lock

F49

Auxiliary jack

F50

Steering wheel
controls

F51

Steering wheel
controls backlighting

F52

Smartphone remote
function module

F53

Auxiliary power outlet

F33

Heating, ventilation,
and air conditioning
module

F34

–

F35

Instrument cluster 1

F36

Radio (Silverbox
radio)

F37

–

F38

–

F39

–

F40

–

F41

–

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Wheels and Tires
Tires

Warning (Continued)
.

Underinflated tires pose
the same danger as
overloaded tires. The
resulting crash could
cause serious injury.
Check all tires frequently
to maintain the
recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be
checked when the tires
are cold.

Replace any tires that
have been damaged by
impacts with potholes,
curbs, etc.

Improperly repaired tires
can cause a crash. Only
the dealer or an
authorized tire service
center should repair,
replace, dismount, and
mount the tires.

Overinflated tires are
more likely to be cut,
punctured, or broken by
a sudden impact — such
as when hitting a pothole.
Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.

Do not spin the tires in
excess of 56 km/h
(35 mph) on slippery
surfaces such as snow,
mud, ice, etc. Excessive
spinning may cause the
tires to explode.

Worn or old tires can
cause a crash. If the
tread is badly worn,
replace them.

Every new GM vehicle has
high-quality tires made by a
leading tire manufacturer. See
the warranty manual for
information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get
service. For additional
information refer to the tire
manufacturer.

{ Warning
.

Poorly maintained and
improperly used tires are
dangerous.

Overloading the tires can
cause overheating as a
result of too much
flexing. There could be a
blowout and a serious
crash. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 197.
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)

(Continued)

All-Season Tires
This vehicle may come with
all-season tires. These tires are
designed to provide good overall
performance on most road surfaces

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and weather conditions. Original
equipment tires designed to GM's
specific tire performance criteria
have a TPC specification code
molded onto the sidewall. Original
equipment all-season tires can be
identified by the last two characters
of this TPC code, which will
be “MS.”

for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection.
Also, see Buying New Tires 0 283.

Consider installing winter tires on
the vehicle if frequent driving on
snow or ice-covered roads is
expected. All-season tires provide
adequate performance for most
winter driving conditions, but they
may not offer the same level of
traction or performance as winter
tires on snow or ice-covered roads.
See Winter Tires 0 271.

If using winter tires:
. Use tires of the same brand and
tread type on all four wheel
positions.
. Use only radial ply tires of the
same size, load range, and
speed rating as the original
equipment tires.

Winter Tires
This vehicle was not originally
equipped with winter tires. Winter
tires are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice-covered
roads. Consider installing winter
tires on the vehicle if frequent
driving on ice or snow covered
roads is expected. See your dealer

With winter tires, there may be
decreased dry road traction,
increased road noise, and shorter
tread life. After changing to winter
tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
handling and braking.

Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment tires
may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
and ZR speed rated tires. If winter
tires with a lower speed rating are
chosen, never exceed the tire's
maximum speed capability.

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Self-Sealing Tires
This vehicle may have self-sealing
tires. These tires have a material
inside that can seal punctures up to
6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread area.
The tire may lose air pressure if the
sidewall is damaged or the tread
puncture is too large. If the Tire
Pressure Monitor System indicates
the tire pressure is low, inspect the
tire for damage and inflate it to the
recommended pressure. If the tire is
unable to maintain the
recommended pressure, contact the
nearest authorized GM servicing
facility immediately for inspection
and repair or replacement. To locate
the nearest GM servicing facility,
call GM Customer Assistance.

Caution
Do not drive on a deflated
self-sealing tire as this could
damage the tire. Make sure the
tire is inflated to the
recommended pressure or have it
immediately repaired or replaced.

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When tire replacement is needed
replace with a self-sealing tire,
because the vehicle does not come
with a spare tire or tire changing
equipment.

Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is
molded into its sidewall. The
examples show a typical
passenger tire sidewall.

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example

(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a
combination of letters and
numbers used to define a
particular tire's width, height,

aspect ratio, construction type,
and service description. See the
“Tire Size” illustration later in this
section for more detail.
(2) TPC Spec (Tire
Performance Criteria
Specification) : Original
equipment tires designed to
GM's specific tire performance
criteria have a TPC specification
code molded onto the sidewall.
GM's TPC specifications meet or
exceed all federal safety
guidelines.
(3) DOT (Department of
Transportation) : The
Department of Transportation
(DOT) code indicates that the
tire is in compliance with the
U.S. Department of
Transportation Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards.
DOT Tire Date of
Manufacture : The last four
digits of the TIN indicate the tire
manufactured date. The first two
digits represent the week

(01-52) and the last two digits,
the year. For example, the third
week of the year 2010 would
have a four-digit DOT date
of 0310.
(4) Tire Identification Number
(TIN) : The letters and numbers
following the DOT code are the
Tire Identification Number (TIN).
The TIN shows the
manufacturer and plant code,
tire size, and date the tire was
manufactured. The TIN is
molded onto both sides of the
tire, although only one side may
have the date of manufacture.
(5) Tire Ply Material : The type
of cord and number of plies in
the sidewall and under the tread.
(6) Uniform Tire Quality
Grading (UTQG) : Tire
manufacturers are required to
grade tires based on three
performance factors: treadwear,
traction, and temperature

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resistance. For more information
see Uniform Tire Quality
Grading 0 285.

vehicle tire engineered to
standards set by the U.S. Tire
and Rim Association.

(7) Maximum Cold Inflation
Load Limit : Maximum load that
can be carried and the
maximum pressure needed to
support that load.

(2) Tire Width : The three-digit
number indicates the tire section
width in millimeters from
sidewall to sidewall.

Tire Designations
Tire Size
The following is an example of a
typical passenger vehicle
tire size.

(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire :
The United States version of a
metric tire sizing system. The
letter P as the first character in
the tire size means a passenger

(3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit
number that indicates the tire
height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in
item 3 of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire's sidewall is
60 percent as high as it is wide.
(4) Construction Code : A letter
code is used to indicate the type
of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply
construction; the letter D means
diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B
means belted-bias ply
construction.
(5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of
the wheel in inches.

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(6) Service Description : These
characters represent the load
index and speed rating of the
tire. The load index represents
the load carrying capacity a tire
is certified to carry. The speed
rating is the maximum speed a
tire is certified to carry a load.

Tire Terminology and
Definitions
Air Pressure : The amount of
air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of
the tire. Air pressure is
expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch).
Accessory Weight : The
combined weight of optional
accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, electric
drive unit, power windows,
power seats, and air
conditioning.
Aspect Ratio : The relationship
of a tire's height to its width.

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Belt : A rubber coated layer of
cords that is located between
the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other
reinforcing materials.
Bead : The tire bead contains
steel wires wrapped by steel
cords that hold the tire onto
the rim.
Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire
in which the plies are laid at
alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of
the tread.
Cold Tire Pressure : The
amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch)
before a tire has built up heat
from driving. See Tire Pressure
0 276.
Curb Weight : The weight of a
motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the

maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant, but without
passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings : A code molded
into the sidewall of a tire
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric
designator which can also
identify the tire manufacturer,
production plant, brand, and
date of production.
GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the front axle. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the rear axle. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits
0 197.

Intended Outboard Sidewall :
The side of an asymmetrical tire,
that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric
unit for air pressure.
Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A
tire used on light duty trucks and
some multipurpose passenger
vehicles.
Load Index : An assigned
number ranging from 1 to 279
that corresponds to the load
carrying capacity of a tire.
Maximum Inflation Pressure :
The maximum air pressure to
which a cold tire can be inflated.
The maximum air pressure is
molded onto the sidewall.
Maximum Load Rating : The
load rating for a tire at the
maximum permissible inflation
pressure for that tire.

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Maximum Loaded Vehicle
Weight : The sum of curb
weight, accessory weight,
vehicle capacity weight, and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight : The
number of occupants a vehicle
is designed to seat multiplied by
68 kg (150 lbs). See Vehicle
Load Limits 0 197.
Occupant Distribution :
Designated seating positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall : The
side of an asymmetrical tire that
has a particular side that faces
outward when mounted on a
vehicle. The side of the tire that
contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering, or bears
manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is
higher or deeper than the same
moldings on the other sidewall
of the tire.

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A
tire used on passenger cars and
some light duty trucks and
multipurpose vehicles.
Recommended Inflation
Pressure : Vehicle
manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure as
shown on the tire placard.
See Tire Pressure 0 276 and
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic
tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at
90 degrees to the centerline of
the tread.
Rim : A metal support for a tire
and upon which the tire beads
are seated.
Sidewall : The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead.
Speed Rating : An
alphanumeric code assigned to
a tire indicating the maximum
speed at which a tire can
operate.

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Traction : The friction between
the tire and the road surface.
The amount of grip provided.
Tread : The portion of a tire that
comes into contact with
the road.
Treadwear Indicators : Narrow
bands, sometimes called wear
bars, that show across the tread
of a tire when only 1.6 mm
(1/16 in) of tread remains. See
When It Is Time for New Tires
0 282.
UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards) : A tire
information system that provides
consumers with ratings for a
tire's traction, temperature, and
treadwear. Ratings are
determined by tire
manufacturers using
government testing procedures.
The ratings are molded into the
sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
Tire Quality Grading 0 285.

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Vehicle Capacity Weight : The
number of designated seating
positions multiplied by
68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated
cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 197.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the
Tire : Load on an individual tire
due to curb weight, accessory
weight, occupant weight, and
cargo weight.
Vehicle Placard : A label
permanently attached to a
vehicle showing the vehicle's
capacity weight and the original
equipment tire size and
recommended inflation pressure.
See “Tire and Loading
Information Label” under Vehicle
Load Limits 0 197.

Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of
air pressure to operate
effectively.

Caution
Neither tire underinflation nor
overinflation is good.
Underinflated tires, or tires
that do not have enough air,
can result in:
.

Tire overloading and
overheating which could
lead to a blowout.

Premature or
irregular wear.

Poor handling.

Reduced battery-electric
range.

Overinflated tires, or tires that
have too much air, can
result in:
.

Unusual wear.

Poor handling.

Rough ride.

Needless damage from
road hazards.

The Tire and Loading
Information label on the vehicle
indicates the original equipment
tires and the correct cold tire
inflation pressures. The
recommended pressure is the
minimum air pressure needed to
support the vehicle's maximum
load carrying capacity. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
How the vehicle is loaded
affects vehicle handling and ride
comfort. Never load the vehicle
with more weight than it was
designed to carry.
When to Check
Check the tires once a month
or more.
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type
gauge to check the tire
pressure. Proper tire inflation
cannot be determined by looking
at the tire. Check the tire
inflation pressure when the tires
are cold, meaning the vehicle

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has not been driven for at least
three hours or no more than
1.6 km (1 mi).

could be damaged and would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.

Remove the valve cap from the
tire valve stem. Press the tire
gauge firmly onto the valve to
get the pressure measurement.
If the cold tire inflation pressure
matches the recommended
pressure on the Tire and
Loading Information label, no
further adjustment is necessary.

(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly
under-inflated.

Tire Pressure Monitor
System

Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as
soon as possible, and inflate them
to the proper pressure. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can
lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping
ability.

If the inflation pressure is low,
add air until the recommended
pressure is reached. If the
inflation pressure in high, press
on the metal stem in the center
of the tire valve to release air.
Re-check the tire pressure with
the tire gauge.
Put the valve caps back on the
valve stems to keep out dirt and
moisture and prevent leaks. Use
only valve caps designed for the
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors

The Tire Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor
technology to check tire pressure
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor
the air pressure in your tires and
transmit tire pressure readings to a
receiver located in the vehicle.
Each tire, including the spare (if
provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to
the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has
tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your
vehicle has been equipped with a
tire pressure monitoring system

Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been
equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly.
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combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation
of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to function
properly.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 278.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.

Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS is designed to warn the
driver when a low tire pressure
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
mounted onto each tire and wheel
assembly, excluding the spare tire
and wheel assembly. The TPMS
sensors monitor the air pressure in
the tires and transmits the tire
pressure readings to a receiver
located in the vehicle.

When a low tire pressure condition
is detected, the TPMS illuminates
the low tire pressure warning light
located on the instrument cluster.
If the warning light comes on, stop

as soon as possible and inflate the
tires to the recommended pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 197.
A message to check the pressure in
a specific tire displays in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). The low
tire pressure warning light and the
DIC warning message come on at
each ignition cycle using POWER O
until the tires are inflated to the
correct inflation pressure. Using the
DIC, tire pressure levels can be
viewed. For additional information
and details about the DIC operation
and displays see Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0 133.
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
could be an early indicator that the
air pressure is getting low and
needs to be inflated to the proper
pressure.

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A Tire and Loading Information
label, attached to your vehicle,
shows the size of the original
equipment tires and the correct
inflation pressure for the tires when
they are cold. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 197, for an example of the
Tire and Loading Information label
and its location. Also see Tire
Pressure 0 276.
The TPMS can warn about a
low tire pressure condition but it
does not replace normal tire
maintenance. See Tire Inspection
0 281, Tire Rotation 0 281 and Tires
0 270.

Caution
Tire sealant materials are not all
the same. A non-approved tire
sealant could damage the TPMS
sensors. TPMS sensor damage
caused by using an incorrect tire
sealant is not covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always use only
the GM approved tire sealant
available through your dealer or
included in the vehicle.

Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits
use a GM-approved liquid tire
sealant. Using non-approved tire
sealants could damage the TPMS
sensors. See Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit 0 289 for
information regarding the inflator kit
materials and instructions.

TPMS Malfunction Light and
Message
The TPMS will not function properly
if one or more of the TPMS sensors
are missing or inoperable. When the
system detects a malfunction, the
low tire warning light flashes for
about one minute and then stays on
for the remainder of the ignition
cycle using POWER O. A DIC
warning message also displays. The
malfunction light and DIC warning
message come on at each ignition
cycle using POWER O until the
problem is corrected. Some of the
conditions that can cause these to
come on are:
. One of the road tires has been
replaced with the spare tire. The
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TPMS sensor. The malfunction
light and DIC message should
go off after the road tire is
replaced and the sensor
matching process is performed
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor
Matching Process” later in this
section.
.

The TPMS sensor matching
process was not done or not
completed successfully after
rotating the tires. The
malfunction light and the DIC
message should go off after
successfully completing the
sensor matching process. See
"TPMS Sensor Matching
Process" later in this section.

One or more TPMS sensors are
missing or damaged. The
malfunction light and the DIC
message should go off when the
TPMS sensors are installed and
the sensor matching process is
performed successfully. See
your dealer for service.

Replacement tires or wheels do
not match the original equipment
tires or wheels. Tires and wheels

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other than those recommended
could prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly. See Buying
New Tires 0 283.
.

Operating electronic devices or
being near facilities using radio
wave frequencies similar to the
TPMS could cause the TPMS
sensors to malfunction.

If the TPMS is not functioning
properly it cannot detect or signal a
low tire condition. See your dealer
for service if the TPMS malfunction
light and DIC message comes on
and stays on.

TPMS Sensor Matching
Process
Each TPMS sensor has a unique
identification code. The identification
code needs to be matched to a new
tire/wheel position after rotating the
vehicle’s tires or replacing one or
more of the TPMS sensors. The
TPMS sensor matching process
should also be performed after
replacing a spare tire with a road
tire containing the TPMS sensor.
The malfunction light and the DIC
message should go off at the next

ignition cycle using POWER O.
The sensors are matched to the tire/
wheel positions, using a TPMS
relearn tool, in the following
order: driver side front tire,
passenger side front tire, passenger
side rear tire, and driver side rear.
See your dealer for service or to
purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS
relearn tool can also be purchased.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
Sensor Activation Tool at
www.gmtoolsandequipment.com
or call 1-800-GM TOOLS
(1-800-468-6657).
There are two minutes to match the
first tire/wheel position, and
five minutes overall to match all four
tire/wheel positions. If it takes
longer, the matching process stops
and must be restarted.
The TPMS sensor matching
process is:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Press POWER O to start the
vehicle. See Power Button
0 201.

3. Make sure the Tire Pressure
info page option is turned on.
The info pages on the DIC can
be turned on and off through
the Settings menu. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) 0 133.
4. Use the DIC controls on the
right side of the steering wheel
to scroll to the Tire Pressure
screen under the DIC
info page.
5. Press and hold V in the center
of the DIC controls.
The horn sounds twice to
signal the receiver is in relearn
mode and the TIRE
LEARNING ACTIVE message
displays on the DIC screen.
6. Start with the driver side
front tire.
7. Place the relearn tool against
the tire sidewall, near the valve
stem. Then press the button to
activate the TPMS sensor.
A horn chirp confirms that the
sensor identification code has
been matched to this tire and
wheel position.

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8. Proceed to the passenger side
front tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 7.
9. Proceed to the passenger side
rear tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 7.
10. Proceed to the driver side rear
tire, and repeat the procedure
in Step 7. The horn sounds two
times to indicate the sensor
identification code has been
matched to the driver side rear
tire, and the TPMS sensor
matching process is no longer
active. The TIRE LEARNING
ACTIVE message on the DIC
display screen goes off.

Tire Inspection

Tire Rotation

We recommend that the tires,
including the spare tire, if the
vehicle has one, be inspected
for signs of wear or damage at
least once a month.

Tires should be rotated every
12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
Maintenance Schedule 0 311.

Replace the tire if:
.

The indicators at three or
more places around the tire
can be seen.

There is cord or fabric
showing through the tire's
rubber.

The tread or sidewall is
cracked, cut, or snagged
deep enough to show cord or
fabric.

The tire has a bump, bulge,
or split.

The tire has a puncture, cut,
or other damage that cannot
be repaired well because of
the size or location of the
damage.

11. Turn the vehicle off.
12. Set all four tires to the
recommended air pressure
level as indicated on the Tire
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Tires are rotated to achieve a
uniform wear for all tires. The
first rotation is the most
important.
Anytime unusual wear is
noticed, rotate the tires as soon
as possible, check for proper tire
inflation pressure, and check for
damaged tires or wheels. If the
unusual wear continues after the
rotation, check the wheel
alignment. See When It Is Time
for New Tires 0 282 and Wheel
Replacement 0 286.

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Check that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel
Nut Torque” under Capacities
and Specifications 0 320.

{ Warning

Use this rotation pattern when
rotating the tires.
If the vehicle has a compact
spare tire, do not include it in the
tire rotation.
Adjust the front and rear tires to
the recommended inflation
pressure on the Tire and
Loading Information label after
the tires have been rotated.
See Tire Pressure 0 276 and
Vehicle Load Limits 0 197.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor
System. See Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0 278.

When It Is Time for New
Tires
Factors such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
affect the wear rate of the tires.

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.

Lightly coat the center of the
wheel hub with wheel bearing
grease after a wheel change or
tire rotation to prevent corrosion
or rust build-up. Do not get
grease on the flat wheel
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.

Treadwear indicators are one way to
tell when it is time for new tires.
Treadwear indicators appear when
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
or less of tread remaining.
See Tire Inspection 0 281 and Tire
Rotation 0 281.

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The rubber in tires ages over time.
This also applies to the spare tire,
if the vehicle has one, even if it is
never used. Multiple factors
including temperatures, loading
conditions, and inflation pressure
maintenance affect how fast aging
takes place. GM recommends that
tires, including the spare if
equipped, be replaced after six
years, regardless of tread wear. The
tire manufacture date is the last four
digits of the DOT Tire Identification
Number (TIN) which is molded into
one side of the tire sidewall. The
first two digits represent the week
(01–52) and the last two digits, the
year. For example, the third week of
the year 2010 would have a
four-digit DOT date of 0310.

Vehicle Storage
Tires age when stored normally
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park
a vehicle that will be stored for at
least a month in a cool, dry, clean
area away from direct sunlight to
slow aging. This area should be free

of grease, gasoline, or other
substances that can deteriorate
rubber.
Parking for an extended period can
cause flat spots on the tires that
may result in vibrations while
driving. When storing a vehicle for
at least a month, remove the tires or
raise the vehicle to reduce the
weight from the tires.

Buying New Tires
GM has developed and matched
specific tires for the vehicle. The
original equipment tires installed
were designed to meet General
Motors Tire Performance Criteria
Specification (TPC Spec)
system rating. When
replacement tires are needed,
GM strongly recommends
buying tires with the same TPC
Spec rating.
GM's exclusive TPC Spec
system considers over a dozen
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vehicle, including brake system
performance, ride and handling,
traction control, and tire
pressure monitoring
performance. GM's TPC Spec
number is molded onto the tire's
sidewall near the tire size. If the
tires have an all-season tread
design, the TPC Spec number
will be followed by MS for mud
and snow. See Tire Sidewall
Labeling 0 272, for additional
information.
GM recommends replacing worn
tires in complete sets of four.
Uniform tread depth on all tires
will help to maintain the
performance of the vehicle.
Braking and handling
performance may be adversely
affected if all the tires are not
replaced at the same time.
If proper rotation and
maintenance have been done,
all four tires should wear out at
about the same time. See Tire
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on proper tire rotation. However,
if it is necessary to replace only
one axle set of worn tires, place
the new tires on the rear axle.
Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment
tires may not be available for H,
V, W, and ZR speed rated tires.
Never exceed the winter tire's
maximum speed capability when
using winter tires with a lower
speed rating.

{ Warning
Tires could explode during
improper service. Attempting
to mount or dismount a tire
could cause injury or death.
Only your dealer or authorized
tire service center should
mount or dismount the tires.

{ Warning
Mixing tires of different sizes
(other than those originally
installed on the vehicle), brands,
or types may cause loss of
control of the vehicle, resulting in
a crash or other vehicle damage.
Use the correct size, brand, and
type of tire on all four wheels.

{ Warning
Using bias-ply tires on the
vehicle may cause the wheel
rim flanges to develop cracks
after many miles of driving.
A tire and/or wheel could fail
suddenly and cause a crash.
Use only radial-ply tires with
the wheels on the vehicle.
If the vehicle tires must be
replaced with a tire that does not
have a TPC Spec number, make
sure they are the same size,

load range, speed rating, and
construction (radial) as the
original tires.
Vehicles that have a tire
pressure monitoring system
could give an inaccurate
low-pressure warning if non-TPC
Spec rated tires are installed.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 278.
The Tire and Loading
Information label indicates the
original equipment tires on the
vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits
0 197.

Different Size Tires and
Wheels
If wheels or tires are installed that
are a different size than the original
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle
performance, including its braking,
ride and handling characteristics,
stability, and resistance to rollover
may be affected. If the vehicle has
electronic systems such as antilock
brakes, rollover airbags, traction

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control, electronic stability control,
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance
of these systems can also be
affected.

{ Warning
If different sized wheels are used,
there may not be an acceptable
level of performance and safety if
tires not recommended for those
wheels are selected. This
increases the chance of a crash
and serious injury. Only use GM
specific wheel and tire systems
developed for the vehicle, and
have them properly installed by a
GM certified technician.
See Buying New Tires 0 283 and
Accessories and Modifications
0 250.

Uniform Tire Quality
Grading
The following information relates
to the system developed by the
United States National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA), which grades tires by
treadwear, traction, and
temperature performance. This
applies only to vehicles sold in
the United States. The grades
are molded on the sidewalls of
most passenger car tires. The
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
(UTQG) system does not apply
to deep tread, winter tires,
compact spare tires, tires with
nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
or to some limited-production
tires.
While the tires available on
General Motors passenger cars
and light trucks may vary with
respect to these grades, they
must also conform to federal
safety requirements and
additional General Motors Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC)
standards.

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Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire
sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width. For
example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A

All Passenger Car Tires Must
Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements In Addition To
These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test
course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and
one-half (1½) times as well on
the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may
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norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices and
differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from
highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent
the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on
specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may
have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature
The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance

to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead
to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a level of
performance which all
passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The
temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.

Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to
provide the longest tire life and best
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
are not necessary on a regular
basis. Consider an alignment check
if there is unusual tire wear or the
vehicle is significantly pulling to one
side or the other. Some slight pull to
the left or right, depending on the
crown of the road and/or other road
surface variations such as troughs
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
vibrating when driving on a smooth
road, the tires and wheels may need
to be rebalanced. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis.

Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent,
cracked, or badly rusted or
corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and
wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it.

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Some aluminum wheels can be
repaired. See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
wheel that is needed.
Each new wheel should have the
same load-carrying capacity,
diameter, width, offset, and be
mounted the same way as the one it
replaces.
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts.

{ Warning
Using the wrong replacement
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
nuts can be dangerous. It could
affect the braking and handling of
the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
and cause loss of control, causing
a crash. Always use the correct
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for replacement.

Caution
The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp
aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance, and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and
chassis.

Used Replacement Wheels

{ Warning
Replacing a wheel with a used
one is dangerous. How it has
been used or how far it has been
driven may be unknown. It could
fail suddenly and cause a crash.
When replacing wheels, use a
new GM original equipment
wheel.

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{ Warning
Do not use tire chains. There is
not enough clearance. Tire chains
used on a vehicle without the
proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes,
suspension, or other vehicle
parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause loss of
control and a crash.
Use another type of traction
device only if its manufacturer
recommends it for the vehicle's
tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that
manufacturer's instructions. To
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
and readjust or remove the
traction device if it contacts the
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels.
If traction devices are used, install
them on the front tires.

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If a Tire Goes Flat
This vehicle has self-sealing tires.
See Self-Sealing Tires 0 271. Tread
punctures typically will not cause
tires to lose air. However, if the
vehicle does get a flat tire, there is
no spare tire, tire changing
equipment, or place to store a tire.
Contact Roadside Assistance
for help.
It is unusual for a tire to blow out,
especially if the tires are maintained
properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is
much more likely to leak out slowly.
See Tires 0 270. But if there is ever
a blowout, here are a few tips about
what to expect and what to do.
If a front tire fails, the flat tire will
create a drag that pulls the vehicle
toward that side. Take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and grip the
steering wheel firmly. Steer to
maintain lane position, and then
gently brake to a stop, well off the
road, if possible.
A rear blowout, particularly on a
curve, acts much like a skid and
may require the same correction as
used in a skid. Stop pressing the

accelerator pedal and steer to
straighten the vehicle. It may be
very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake
to a stop, well off the road,
if possible.

{ Warning
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
it to do maintenance or repairs is
dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and
training. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place, well off the road,
if possible.
1. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers. See Hazard Warning
Flashers 0 151.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.

3. Put an automatic transmission
in P (Park) or a manual
transmission in 1 (First) or
R (Reverse).
4. Turn off the ignition.
5. Inspect the flat tire.

{ Warning
Driving on a flat tire will cause
permanent damage to the tire.
Re-inflating a tire after it has been
driven on while severely
underinflated or flat may cause a
blowout and a serious crash.
Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
that has been driven on while
severely underinflated or flat.
Have your dealer or an authorized
tire service center repair or
replace the flat tire as soon as
possible.
If this vehicle has a tire sealant kit
and the tire has been separated
from the wheel, has damaged
sidewalls, or has a puncture larger
than 6 mm (0.25 in), the tire is too
severely damaged for the tire

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sealant and compressor kit to be
effective. If the tire has a puncture
less than 6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread
area of the tire, see Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit 0 289.

Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit

{ Warning
Overinflating a tire could cause
the tire to rupture and you or
others could be injured. Be sure
to read and follow the tire sealant
and compressor kit instructions
and inflate the tire to its
recommended pressure. Do not
exceed the recommended
pressure.

{ Warning
Storing the tire sealant and
compressor kit or other
equipment in the passenger
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store the tire
sealant and compressor kit in its
original location.
If this vehicle has a tire sealant and
compressor kit, there may not be a
spare tire or tire changing
equipment, and on some vehicles
there may not be a place to store
a tire.

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If the tire has been separated from
the wheel, has damaged sidewalls,
or has a large puncture, the tire is
too severely damaged for the tire
sealant and compressor kit to be
effective.
See Roadside Assistance Program
0 327 or Roadside Assistance
Program 0 329.
Read and follow all of the tire
sealant and compressor kit
instructions.
The kit includes:

The tire sealant and compressor
can be used to temporarily seal
punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in
the tread area of the tire. It can also
be used to inflate an
underinflated tire.
For vehicles with self-sealing tires,
try to inflate the tire without sealant
first. See “Using the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit without Sealant
to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured)”
below.

1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve
2. Sealant/Air Hose
3. Base of Sealant Canister

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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Tire Sealant Canister
On/Off Button
Slot on Top of Compressor
Pressure Deflation Button
Pressure Gauge

date. Replacement tire sealant
canisters are available at your local
dealer.
There is only enough sealant to seal
one tire. After usage, the tire sealant
canister must be replaced.

Using the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit to Temporarily
Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire

1. Remove the tire sealant
canister (4) and compressor
from its storage location. See
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit 0 295.
2. Remove the air only hose (10)
and the power plug (9) from the
bottom of the compressor.
3. Place the compressor on the
ground near the flat tire.

When using the tire sealant and
compressor kit during cold
temperatures, warm the kit in a
heated environment for five minutes.
This will help to inflate the tire
faster.
9. Power Plug
10. Air Only Hose

Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handling
instructions on the label adhered to
the tire sealant canister (4).
Check the tire sealant expiration
date on the tire sealant canister.
The tire sealant canister (4) should
be replaced before its expiration

If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place. Turn on the hazard
warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers 0 151.
See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 288 for
other important safety warnings.
Do not remove any objects that
have penetrated the tire.

4. Attach the air only hose (10) to
the sealant canister inlet
valve (1) by turning it clockwise
until tight.

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9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
must be running while using
the air compressor.
10. Press the on/off button (5) to
turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit on.
The compressor will inject
sealant and air into the tire.

5. Slide the base of the tire
sealant canister (3) into the slot
on the top of the compressor
(6) to hold it upright.
Make sure the tire valve stem
is positioned close to the
ground so the hose will
reach it.
6. Remove the valve stem cap
from the flat tire by turning it
counterclockwise.

7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2)
to the tire valve stem by turning
it clockwise until tight.
8. Plug the power plug (9) into the
accessory power outlet in the
vehicle. Unplug all items from
other accessory power outlets.
See Power Outlets 0 109.
If the vehicle has an accessory
power outlet, do not use the
cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a
cigarette lighter, use the
cigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug
cord in the door or window.

The pressure gauge (8) will
initially show a high pressure
while the compressor pushes
the sealant into the tire. Once
the sealant is completely
dispersed into the tire, the
pressure will quickly drop and
start to rise again as the tire
inflates with air only.
11. Inflate the tire to the
recommended inflation
pressure using the pressure
gauge (8). The recommended
inflation pressure can be found
on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See Tire
Pressure 0 276.
The pressure gauge (8) may
read higher than the actual tire
pressure while the compressor

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is on. Turn the compressor off
to get an accurate pressure
reading. The compressor may
be turned on/off until the
correct pressure is reached.

Caution
If the recommended pressure
cannot be reached after
approximately 25 minutes, the
vehicle should not be driven
farther. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and
compressor kit cannot inflate the
tire. Remove the power plug from
the accessory power outlet and
unscrew the inflating hose from
the tire valve. See Roadside
Assistance Program 0 327 or
Roadside Assistance Program
0 329.
12. Press the on/off button (5) to
turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit off.
The tire is not sealed and will
continue to leak air until the
vehicle is driven and the

sealant is distributed in the tire.
Therefore, Steps 13–21 must
be done immediately after
Step 12.

19. Return the air only hose (10)
and power plug (9) back to
their original storage location.

Be careful while handling the
tire sealant and compressor kit
as it could be warm after
usage.
13. Unplug the power plug (9) from
the accessory power outlet in
the vehicle.
14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2)
counterclockwise to remove it
from the tire valve stem.
15. Replace the tire valve
stem cap.
16. Remove the tire sealant
canister (4) from the slot on top
of the compressor (6).
17. Turn the air only hose (10)
counterclockwise to remove it
from the tire sealant canister
inlet valve (1).
18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2)
clockwise onto the sealant
canister inlet valve (1) to
prevent sealant leakage.

20. If the flat tire was able to inflate
to the recommended inflation
pressure, remove the
maximum speed label from the
sealant canister and place it in
a highly visible location.
Do not exceed the speed on
this label until the damaged tire
is repaired or replaced.
21. Return the equipment to its
original storage location in the
vehicle.
22. Immediately drive the vehicle
8 km (5 mi) to distribute the
sealant in the tire.
23. Stop at a safe location and
check the tire pressure. Refer
to Steps 1–10 under “Using the

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Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a
Tire (Not Punctured).”
If the tire pressure has fallen
more than 68 kPa (10 psi)
below the recommended
inflation pressure, stop driving
the vehicle. The tire is too
severely damaged and the tire
sealant cannot seal the tire.
See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 327 or Roadside
Assistance Program 0 329.

27. After temporarily sealing a tire
using the tire sealant and
compressor kit, take the
vehicle to an authorized dealer
to have the tire replaced.

The kit includes:

9. Power Plug
10. Air Only Hose

If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place. Turn on the hazard
warning flashers. See Hazard
Warning Flashers 0 151.

24. Wipe off any sealant from the
wheel, tire, or vehicle.

26. Replace it with a new canister
available from your dealer.

6. Slot on Top of Compressor
7. Pressure Deflation Button
8. Pressure Gauge

Using the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit without
Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not
Punctured)

If the tire pressure has not
dropped more than 68 kPa
(10 psi) from the recommended
inflation pressure, inflate the
tire to the recommended
inflation pressure.

25. Dispose of the used tire
sealant canister (4) at a local
dealer or in accordance with
local state codes and practices.

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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Sealant Canister Inlet Valve
Sealant/Air Hose
Base of Sealant Canister
Tire Sealant Canister
On/Off Button

See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 288 for
other important safety warnings.
1. Remove the compressor from
its storage location. See
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit 0 295.

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2. Remove the air only hose (10)
and the power plug (9) from the
bottom of the compressor.
3. Place the compressor on the
ground near the flat tire.
Make sure the tire valve stem
is positioned close to the
ground so the hose will
reach it.
4. Remove the valve stem cap
from the flat tire by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Attach the air only hose (10) to
the tire valve stem by turning it
clockwise until tight.
6. Plug the power plug (9) into the
accessory power outlet in the
vehicle. Unplug all items from
other accessory power outlets.
See Power Outlets 0 109.
If the vehicle has an accessory
power outlet, do not use the
cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a
cigarette lighter, use the
cigarette lighter.

Do not pinch the power plug
cord in the door or window.
7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
must be running while using
the air compressor.
8. Press the on/off button (5) to
turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit on.
The compressor will inflate the
tire with air only.
9. Inflate the tire to the
recommended inflation
pressure using the pressure
gauge (8). The recommended
inflation pressure can be found
on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See Tire
Pressure 0 276.
The pressure gauge (8) may
read higher than the actual tire
pressure while the compressor
is on. Turn the compressor off
to get an accurate pressure
reading. The compressor may
be turned on/off until the
correct pressure is reached.

Caution
If the recommended pressure
cannot be reached after
approximately 25 minutes, the
vehicle should not be driven
farther. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and
compressor kit cannot inflate the
tire. Remove the power plug from
the accessory power outlet and
unscrew the inflating hose from
the tire valve. See Roadside
Assistance Program 0 327 or
Roadside Assistance Program
0 329.
10. Press the on/off button (5) to
turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit off.
Be careful while handling the
compressor as it could be
warm after usage.
11. Unplug the power plug (9) from
the accessory power outlet in
the vehicle.

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12. Turn the air only hose (10)
counterclockwise to remove it
from the tire valve stem.

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13. Replace the tire valve
stem cap.

Jump Starting - North
America

14. Return the air only hose (10)
and power plug (9) back to
their original storage location.

For more information about the
vehicle battery, see Battery - North
America 0 257.

15. Return the equipment to its
original storage location in the
vehicle.

If the 12-volt battery has run down,
try to use another vehicle and some
jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Be sure to use the following steps to
do it safely.

The tire sealant and compressor kit
has accessory adapters located in a
compartment on the bottom of its
housing that can be used to inflate
air mattresses, balls, etc.

Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
To access the tire sealant and
compressor kit:
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate
0 46.
2. Remove the load floor.

3. Remove the tire sealant
canister (1) and the
compressor (2).
To store the tire sealant canister and
the compressor, reverse the steps.

{ Warning
The high voltage battery cannot
be jump started either with
another vehicle or battery
charger. Personal injury, death,
or damage to the vehicle could
result.

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{ Warning
Batteries can hurt you. They can
be dangerous because:
. They contain acid that can
burn you.
. They contain gas that can
explode or ignite.
(Continued)

Warning (Continued)
.

They contain enough
electricity to burn you.

If you do not follow these steps
exactly, some or all of these
things can hurt you.

Caution
Ignoring these steps could result
in costly damage to the vehicle
that would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Trying to start
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it
will not work, and it could damage
the vehicle.

Discharged Battery Positive
Terminal
The jump start positive terminal is
on the discharged battery on the
driver side of the vehicle.

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1. Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12-volt battery
with a negative ground system.

Caution
If the other vehicle does not have
a 12-volt system with a negative
ground, both vehicles can be
damaged. Only use a vehicle that
has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
Discharged Battery Negative
Terminal
The jump start negative grounding
point is a stud on a bracket located
near the Accessory Power
Module (APM).
The jump start positive terminal and
jump start negative terminal are on
the battery of the vehicle providing
the jump start.
The positive jump start connection
for the discharged battery is under a
trim cover. Open the cover to
expose the terminal.

2. Position the two vehicles so
that they are not touching.
3. Set the parking brake and shift
into P (Park). See Shifting Into
Park 0 204.

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warranty. Whenever possible, turn
off or unplug all accessories on
either vehicle when jump starting.
4. Turn the vehicle off. Turn off all
lights and accessories in both
vehicles, except the hazard
warning flashers if needed.

{ Warning
An electric fan can start up even
when the propulsion system is not
operating and can injure you.
Keep hands, clothing and tools
away from any underhood
electric fan.

Caution
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump
starting procedure, they could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
(Continued)

{ Warning
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode.
People have been hurt doing this,
(Continued)

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Warning (Continued)

and some have been blinded.
Use a flashlight if you need more
light.
Battery fluid contains acid that
can burn you. Do not get it on
you. If you accidentally get it in
your eyes or on your skin, flush
the place with water and get
medical help immediately.

{ Warning
Fans or other moving propulsion
system parts can injure you badly.
Keep your hands away from
moving parts once the propulsion
system is operating.

5. Connect one end of the red
positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal on the
discharged battery.
6. Connect the other end of the
red positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the
good battery.
7. Connect one end of the black
negative (–) cable to the
negative (–) terminal of the
good battery.
8. Connect the other end of the
black negative (–) cable to the
negative (–) grounding point for
the discharged battery.
9. Start the vehicle with the good
battery.
10. Try to start the vehicle with the
dead battery. If it will not start
after a few tries, it probably
needs service.

Caution
If the jumper cables are
connected or removed in the
wrong order, electrical shorting
may occur and damage the
vehicle. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Always connect and remove the
jumper cables in the correct order,
making sure that the cables do
not touch each other or other
metal.
Jumper Cable Removal
Reverse the sequence exactly when
removing the jumper cables.

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Towing the Vehicle
Caution
Incorrectly towing a disabled
vehicle may cause damage. The
damage would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.
Do not lash or hook to
suspension components. Use the
proper straps around the tires to
secure the vehicle.
Use only a flatbed tow truck for
towing a disabled vehicle. Never
use a sling type lift or damage will
occur. Use ramps to help reduce
approach angles if necessary.
A towed vehicle should have its
drive wheels off the ground.
Consult a professional towing
service if the disabled vehicle must
be towed.

Caution
Improper use of the tow eye can
cause vehicle damage. Use
caution and low speeds to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
If the vehicle is equipped with tow
eye, only use the tow eye to pull the
vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier
from a flat road surface. Do not use
the tow eye to pull the vehicle from
snow, mud or sand.

Recreational Vehicle
Towing
Recreational vehicle towing means
towing the vehicle behind another
vehicle – such as behind a motor
home. The two most common types
of recreational vehicle towing are
known as dinghy towing and dolly
towing. Dinghy towing is towing the
vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground. Dolly towing is towing the
vehicle with two wheels on the
ground and two wheels up on a
device known as a dolly.

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Here are some important things to
consider before recreational vehicle
towing:
. What is the towing capacity of
the towing vehicle? Be sure to
read the tow vehicle
manufacturer's
recommendations.
. How far will the vehicle be
towed? Some vehicles have
restrictions on how far and how
long they can tow.
. Does the vehicle have the
proper towing equipment? See
your dealer or trailering
professional for additional advice
and equipment
recommendations.
. Is the vehicle ready to be
towed? Just as preparing the
vehicle for a long trip, make sure
the vehicle is prepared to be
towed.

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Caution

Caution

Use of a shield mounted in front
of the vehicle grille could restrict
airflow and cause damage to the
electric drive unit. The repairs
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. If using a shield,
only use one that attaches to the
towing vehicle.

If the vehicle is towed with all four
wheels on the ground, the
drivetrain components could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not tow the vehicle
with all four wheels on the
ground.

Dinghy Towing

The vehicle was not designed to be
towed with all four wheels on the
ground. If the vehicle must be
towed, a dolly should be used. See
“Dolly Towing” following.

Dolly Towing

Tow the vehicle with the two rear
wheels on the ground and the front
wheels on a dolly.
To tow the vehicle with two wheels
on the ground and a dolly:
1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
2. Put the shift lever in P (Park).
3. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.

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Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using.

Washing the Vehicle
Caution
Towing the vehicle from the rear
could damage it. Also, repairs
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Never have the
vehicle towed from the rear.

To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.

Caution
Do not use petroleum-based,
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning
products can be obtained from
your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding
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correct product usage, necessary
safety precautions, and
appropriate disposal of any
vehicle care product.

Caution
Avoid using high-pressure
washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
to the surface of the vehicle. Use
of power washers exceeding
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
in damage or removal of paint
and decals.

Caution
Do not power wash any
component under the hood that
has this e symbol.
This could cause damage that
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.

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If using an automatic car wash,
follow the car wash instructions. The
windshield wiper and rear window
wiper, if equipped, must be off.
Remove any accessories that may
be damaged or interfere with the car
wash equipment.
Rinse the vehicle well, before
washing and after, to remove all
cleaning agents completely. If they
are allowed to dry on the surface,
they could stain.
Dry the finish with a soft, clean
chamois or an all-cotton towel to
avoid surface scratches and water
spotting.

Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat
sealant/wax materials is not
recommended. If painted surfaces
are damaged, see your dealer to
have the damage assessed and
repaired. Foreign materials such as
calcium chloride and other salts, ice
melting agents, road oil and tar, tree
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from
industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage the vehicle's finish if they
remain on painted surfaces. Wash

the vehicle as soon as possible.
If necessary, use non-abrasive
cleaners that are marked safe for
painted surfaces to remove foreign
matter.
Occasional hand waxing or mild
polishing should be done to remove
residue from the paint finish. See
your dealer for approved cleaning
products.
Do not apply waxes or polishes to
uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber,
decals, simulated wood, or flat paint
as damage can occur.

Caution
Machine compounding or
aggressive polishing on a
basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
may damage it. Use only
non-abrasive waxes and polishes
that are made for a basecoat/
clearcoat paint finish on the
vehicle.
To keep the paint finish looking new,
keep the vehicle garaged or
covered whenever possible.

Protecting Exterior Bright Metal
Moldings

Caution
Failure to clean and protect the
bright metal moldings can result
in a hazy white finish or pitting.
This damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
The bright metal moldings on the
vehicle are aluminum or stainless
steel. To prevent damage always
follow these cleaning instructions:
. Be sure the molding is cool to
the touch before applying any
cleaning solution.
. Use a cleaning solution
approved for aluminum or
stainless steel. Some cleaners
are highly acidic or contain
alkaline substances and can
damage the moldings.
. Always dilute a concentrated
cleaner according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
. Do not use chrome cleaners.

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.
.

Do not use cleaners that are not
intended for automotive use.
Use a nonabrasive wax on the
vehicle after washing to protect
and extend the molding finish.

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/
Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and
Stripes
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth, and a car washing soap
to clean exterior lamps, lenses,
emblems, decals and stripes. Follow
instructions under "Washing the
Vehicle" previously in this section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic,
and some have a UV protective
coating. Do not clean or wipe them
while they are dry.
Do not use any of the following on
lamp covers:
. Abrasive or caustic agents.
.

Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations
than suggested by the
manufacturer.
Solvents, alcohols, fuels,
or other harsh cleaners.

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Ice scrapers or other hard items.

Windshield and Wiper Blades

Aftermarket appearance caps or
covers while the lamps are
illuminated, due to excessive
heat generated.

Clean the outside of the windshield
with glass cleaner.

Caution
Failure to clean lamps properly
can cause damage to the lamp
cover that would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.

Caution
Using wax on low gloss black
finish stripes can increase the
gloss level and create a
non-uniform finish. Clean low
gloss stripes with soap and
water only.

Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes,
between the hood and windshield,
when washing the vehicle.

Clean rubber blades using a lint-free
cloth or paper towel soaked with
windshield washer fluid or a mild
detergent. Wash the windshield
thoroughly when cleaning the
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and
a buildup of vehicle wash/wax
treatments may cause wiper
streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are
worn or damaged. Damage can be
caused by extreme dusty
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun,
snow, and ice.

Weatherstrips
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on
weatherstrips to make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at
least once a year. Hot, dry climates
may require more frequent
application. Black marks from
rubber material on painted surfaces
can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth.

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Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
clean the tires.

Caution
Using petroleum-based tire
dressing products on the vehicle
may damage the paint finish and/
or tires. When applying a tire
dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted
surfaces on the vehicle.

Wheels and Trim — Aluminum
or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
soap and water to clean the wheels.
After rinsing thoroughly with clean
water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
A wax may then be applied.

Caution
Chrome wheels and other chrome
trim may be damaged if the
vehicle is not washed after driving
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Caution (Continued)
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
or sodium chloride. These
chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with
soap and water after exposure.

Caution
To avoid surface damage, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
approved cleaners. Also, never
drive a vehicle with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an
automatic car wash that uses
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.

Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect drum
brake linings/shoes for wear or
cracks. Inspect all other brake parts.

Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at
least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint
boots and axle seals for leaks.

Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders,
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel
charge port door, and power assist
step hinges, unless the components
are plastic. Applying silicone grease

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on weatherstrips with a clean cloth
will make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak.

corrosion. Larger areas of finish
damage can be corrected in your
dealer's body and paint shop.

Underbody Maintenance

Chemical Paint Spotting

At least twice a year, spring and fall,
use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the
underbody. Take care to thoroughly
clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.

Airborne pollutants can fall upon
and attack painted vehicle surfaces
causing blotchy, ring-shaped
discolorations, and small, irregular
dark spots etched into the paint
surface. See “Finish Care”
previously in this section.

Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and
requires sheet metal repair or
replacement, make sure the body
repair shop applies anti-corrosion
material to parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion
protection.
Original manufacturer replacement
parts will provide the corrosion
protection while maintaining the
vehicle warranty.

Finish Damage
Quickly repair minor chips and
scratches with touch-up materials
available from your dealer to avoid

Interior Care
To prevent dirt particle abrasions,
regularly clean the vehicle's interior.
Immediately remove any soils.
Newspapers or dark garments can
transfer color to the vehicle’s
interior.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove
dust from knobs and crevices on the
instrument cluster. Using a mild
soap solution, immediately remove
hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect
repellent from all interior surfaces or
permanent damage may result.

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Use cleaners specifically designed
for the surfaces being cleaned to
prevent permanent damage. Apply
all cleaners directly to the cleaning
cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any
switches or controls. Remove
cleaners quickly.
Before using cleaners, read and
follow all safety instructions on the
label. While cleaning the interior,
open the doors and windows to get
proper ventilation.
To prevent damage, do not clean
the interior using the following
cleaners or techniques:
. Never use a razor or any other
sharp object to remove soil from
any interior surface.
. Never use a brush with stiff
bristles.
. Never rub any surface
aggressively or with too much
pressure.
. Do not use laundry detergents or
dishwashing soaps with
degreasers. For liquid cleaners,
use approximately 20 drops per
3.8 L (1 gal) of water.

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A concentrated soap solution will
create streaks and attract dirt.
Do not use solutions that contain
strong or caustic soap.
.

Do not heavily saturate the
upholstery when cleaning.

Do not use solvents or cleaners
containing solvents.

Interior Glass
To clean, use a terry cloth fabric
dampened with water. Wipe droplets
left behind with a clean dry cloth.
If necessary, use a commercial
glass cleaner after cleaning with
plain water.

Caution
To prevent scratching, never use
abrasive cleaners on automotive
glass. Abrasive cleaners or
aggressive cleaning may damage
the rear window defogger.
Cleaning the windshield with water
during the first three to six months
of ownership will reduce tendency
to fog.

Speaker Covers
Vacuum around a speaker cover
gently, so that the speaker will not
be damaged. Clean spots with water
and mild soap.

Coated Moldings
Coated moldings should be cleaned.
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a
sponge or soft, lint-free cloth
dampened with water.
. When heavily soiled, use warm
soapy water.

Fabric/Carpet/Suede
Start by vacuuming the surface
using a soft brush attachment. If a
rotating vacuum brush attachment is
being used, only use it on the floor
carpet. Before cleaning, gently
remove as much of the soil as
possible:
. Gently blot liquids with a paper
towel. Continue blotting until no
more soil can be removed.
. For solid soils, remove as much
as possible prior to vacuuming.

To clean:
1. Saturate a clean, lint-free
colorfast cloth with water.
Microfiber cloth is
recommended to prevent lint
transfer to the fabric or carpet.
2. Remove excess moisture by
gently wringing until water does
not drip from the cleaning cloth.
3. Start on the outside edge of the
soil and gently rub toward the
center. Fold the cleaning cloth
to a clean area frequently to
prevent forcing the soil in to the
fabric.
4. Continue gently rubbing the
soiled area until there is no
longer any color transfer from
the soil to the cleaning cloth.
5. If the soil is not completely
removed, use a mild soap
solution followed only by plain
water.
If the soil is not completely
removed, it may be necessary to
use a commercial upholstery
cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small
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using a commercial upholstery
cleaner or spot lifter. If ring
formation occurs, clean the entire
fabric or carpet.
After cleaning, use a paper towel to
blot excess moisture.

Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
and Vehicle Information and
Radio Displays
Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss
surfaces or vehicle displays. First,
use a soft bristle brush to remove
dirt that can scratch the surface.
Then gently clean by rubbing with a
microfiber cloth. Never use window
cleaners or solvents. Periodically
hand wash the microfiber cloth
separately, using mild soap. Do not
use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
thoroughly and air dry before
next use.

Caution
Do not attach a device with a
suction cup to the display. This
may cause damage and would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.

Instrument Panel, Leather,
Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces,
Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and
Natural Open Pore Wood
Surfaces
Use a soft microfiber cloth
dampened with water to remove
dust and loose dirt. For a more
thorough cleaning, use a soft
microfiber cloth dampened with a
mild soap solution.

Caution
Soaking or saturating leather,
especially perforated leather, as
well as other interior surfaces,
may cause permanent damage.
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Caution (Continued)
Wipe excess moisture from these
surfaces after cleaning and allow
them to dry naturally. Never use
heat, steam, or spot removers. Do
not use cleaners that contain
silicone or wax-based products.
Cleaners containing these
solvents can permanently change
the appearance and feel of
leather or soft trim, and are not
recommended.
Do not use cleaners that increase
gloss, especially on the instrument
panel. Reflected glare can decrease
visibility through the windshield
under certain conditions.

Caution
Use of air fresheners may cause
permanent damage to plastics
and painted surfaces. If an air
freshener comes in contact with
any plastic or painted surface in
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Caution (Continued)

the vehicle, blot immediately and
clean with a soft cloth dampened
with a mild soap solution.
Damage caused by air fresheners
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.

Cargo Cover and
Convenience Net
Wash with warm water and mild
detergent. Do not use chlorine
bleach. Rinse with cold water, and
then dry completely.

Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.

{ Warning
Do not bleach or dye safety belt
webbing. It may severely weaken
the webbing. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide
adequate protection. Clean and
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Warning (Continued)
rinse safety belt webbing only
with mild soap and lukewarm
water. Allow the webbing to dry.

Floor Mats

{ Warning
If a floor mat is the wrong size or
is not properly installed, it can
interfere with the pedals.
Interference with the pedals can
cause unintended acceleration
and/or increased stopping
distance which can cause a crash
and injury. Make sure the floor
mat does not interfere with the
pedals.

Use the following guidelines for
proper floor mat usage:
. The original equipment floor
mats were designed for your
vehicle. If the floor mats need
replacing, it is recommended
that GM certified floor mats be
purchased. Non-GM floor mats
may not fit properly and may
interfere with the pedals. Always
check that the floor mats do not
interfere with the pedals.
. Do not use a floor mat if the
vehicle is not equipped with a
floor mat retainer on the driver
side floor.
. Use the floor mat with the
correct side up. Do not turn
it over.
. Do not place anything on top of
the driver side floor mat.
. Use only a single floor mat on
the driver side.
. Do not place one floor mat on
top of another.

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Removing and Replacing the
Floor Mats
Pull up on the rear of the floor mat
to unlock each retainer and remove.

Reinstall by lining up the floor mat
retainer openings over the carpet
retainers and snap into position.
Make sure the floor mat is properly
secured in place.
Verify the floor mat does not
interfere with the pedals.

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Service and
Maintenance
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 310

Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 311

Owner Checks and Services
Owner Checks and
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313

Additional Maintenance
and Care
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314

Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Maintenance Replacement
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317

Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 318

General Information
Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
the required maintenance for the
vehicle. Follow this schedule to help
protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may
also help to maintain the value of
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the
responsibility of the owner to have
all required maintenance performed.
Your dealer has trained technicians
who can perform required
maintenance using genuine
replacement parts. They have
up-to-date tools and equipment for
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many
dealers have extended evening and
Saturday hours, courtesy
transportation, and online
scheduling to assist with service
needs.

Your dealer recognizes the
importance of providing
competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
technicians, the dealer is the place
for routine maintenance such as tire
rotations and additional
maintenance items like tires, brakes,
batteries, and wiper blades.

Caution
Damage caused by improper
maintenance can lead to costly
repairs and may not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance intervals, checks,
inspections, recommended fluids,
and lubricants are important to
keep the vehicle in good working
condition.

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The Tire Rotation and Required
Services are the responsibility of the
vehicle owner. It is recommended to
have your dealer perform these
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
keep the vehicle in good working
condition.
The Additional Required Services
are for vehicles that:
. Carry passengers and cargo
within recommended limits on
the Tire and Loading Information
label. See Vehicle Load Limits
0 197.
. Are driven on reasonable road
surfaces within legal driving
limits.

Refer to the information in the
Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services chart.

{ Warning
Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause
serious injury. Perform
maintenance work only if the
required information, proper tools,
and equipment are available.
If they are not, see your dealer to
have a trained technician do the
work. See Doing Your Own
Service Work 0 250.

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Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure
0 276.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0 281.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 255.

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Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0 281.
. Check vehicle coolant level.
.

Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0 255.

Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care 0 301. Replace worn or
damaged wiper blades. See
Wiper Blade Replacement
0 259.

Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0 276.

Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0 301.

Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0 281.

Visually check for fluid leaks.

Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.

Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0 301.

Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care 0 301.

Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.

Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit
0 289.

Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 0 67.

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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services

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Service and Maintenance

Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1)

@
@

Drain and fill vehicle coolant circuits. (2)
Replace brake fluid. (3)

Footnotes — Maintenance
Schedule Additional Required
Services
(1) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. More frequent
passenger compartment air filter
replacement may be needed if
driving in areas with heavy traffic,
poor air quality, high dust levels,
or environmental allergens.

Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if
there is reduced airflow, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
(2) Or every five years, whichever
comes first. See Cooling System
0 254.
(3) Replace brake fluid every five
years. See Brake Fluid 0 257.

Owner Checks and
Services
.

At least twice a year, have
underbody flushing service
performed. See "Underbody
Maintenance" in Exterior Care
0 301.

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Additional
Maintenance and Care
Your vehicle is an important
investment and caring for it properly
may help to avoid future costly
repairs. To maintain vehicle
performance, additional
maintenance services may be
required. It is recommended that
your dealer perform these services
— their trained dealer technicians
know your vehicle best. Your dealer
can also perform a thorough
assessment with a multi-point
inspection to recommend when your
vehicle may need attention. The
following list is intended to explain
the services and conditions to look
for that may indicate services are
required.
Battery
The battery supplies power to
operate any additional electrical
accessories.
. To avoid break-down or failure,
maintain a battery with full
power.

Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.

Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving.
. Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 316 for GM approved
fluids.
. Keep the windshield washer fluid
reservoir filled.

Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.

Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks.
With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
. Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.

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Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs
of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and
reduce the risk of tire failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.

Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires.

Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see Interior Care 0 305 and
Exterior Care 0 301.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver
optimal wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may
need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper
wheel alignment.

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Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
recommend proper replacement
if needed.
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned
and kept in good condition to
provide a clear view.
. Signs of wear include streaking,
skipping across the windshield,
and worn or split rubber.
. Trained dealer technicians can
check the wiper blades and
replace them when needed.

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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage
Electric Drive Unit
Hydraulic Brake System
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and
Liftgate Hinges
Vehicle Coolant Circuits

Fluid/Lubricant
®

DEXRON HP Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19331925, in
Canada 19300537).
DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in
Canada 19299819).
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Use Only Premix DEX-COOL ® Coolant (GM Part No. 12378390, in
Canada 10953456). See Cooling System 0 254.

Weatherstrip Conditioning

Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481.

Windshield Washer

Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.

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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part

GM Part Number

ACDelco Part Number

13508023

CF185

Driver Side – 68 cm (26.8 in)

42341754

—

Passenger Side – 68 cm (26.8 in)

42341756

—

Rear – 30 cm (11.8 in)

84215609

—

Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Wiper Blades

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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Date

Odometer
Reading

Serviced By

Maintenance Stamp

Services Performed

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Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)

Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Service Parts Identification
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319

Vehicle Data
Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver side of the vehicle. It can
be seen through the windshield from
outside. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on the
Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts labels and certificates of title
and registration.

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Service Parts
Identification Label
This label, on the inside of the trunk
area, has the following information:
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
. Model designation
.

Paint information

Production options and special
equipment

Do not remove this label from the
vehicle.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions.
Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 316 for more information.
Application

Capacities
Metric

Air Conditioning Refrigerant

English

For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the
hood. See your dealer for more information.

Cooling Systems
High Voltage Battery

7.0 L

7.4 qt

Power Electronics

3.8 L

4.0 qt

Heater

2.0 L

2.1 qt

140 Y

100 lb ft

Wheel Nut Torque

All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

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Warranty
Information

Warranty Information

GM will cover repairs to the vehicle
during the warranty period in
accordance with the following terms,
conditions, and limitations.

New Vehicle Limited
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321

New Vehicle Limited
Warranty

Chevrolet Bolt EV
For vehicles sold in the United
States, in addition to the
Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage
described previously, Chevrolet will
warrant certain components for
each Bolt EV for 8 years or
100,000 miles (160 000 kilometers),
whichever comes first, from the
original in-service date of the
vehicle, against warrantable repairs
to the specific electric propulsion
components of the vehicle.
This warranty is for Chevrolet Bolt
EV vehicles registered and normally
operated in the United States or
Canada, respectively. In addition to
the initial owner of the vehicle, the
coverage described in this Bolt EV
warranty is transferable at no cost to

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any subsequent person(s) who
assumes ownership of the vehicle
within the 8 years or 100,000 miles
(160 000 kilometers) term. No
deductibles are associated with this
warranty.
This warranty is in addition to the
express conditions and warranties
described in the 2017 Chevrolet
Limited Warranty and Owner
Assistance Information Booklet. The
coverage and benefits described
under "New Vehicle Limited
Warranty" in the 2017 Chevrolet
Limited Warranty and Owner
Assistance Information Booklet are
not extended or altered because of
this special Hybrid Component
Warranty.
What Is Covered
This warranty covers repairs to
Hybrid specific component defect
related to materials or workmanship
occurring during the 8 years or
100,000 miles (160 000 kilometers)
term for the following:

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Towing

Repair (If Necessary)

During the 8 years or 100,000 miles
(160 000 kilometers) Hybrid
warranty period, towing is covered
to the nearest Chevrolet servicing
dealer if your vehicle cannot be
driven because of a warranted
Hybrid specific defect. Contact the
GM Roadside Assistance Center for
towing. See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 327 or Roadside
Assistance Program 0 329 for
details.

Chevrolet has a network of certified
dealers who are trained to perform
repairs on Bolt EV if your vehicle
needs battery service.

Drive Motor Battery Coverage
Propulsion Battery Warranty
Policy (Bolt EV)
Like all batteries, the amount of
energy that the high voltage
“propulsion” battery can store will
decrease with time and miles
driven. Depending on use, the
battery may degrade as little as
10% to as much as 40% of capacity
over the warranty period. If there
are questions pertaining to battery
capacity, a dealer service technician
could determine if the vehicle is
within parameters.

Replace (If Necessary)
If warranty repair requires
replacement, the high voltage
battery may be replaced with either
a new or factory refurbished high
voltage battery with an energy
capacity (kWh storage) level at or
within approximately 10% of that of
the original battery at the time of
warranty repair.
Your Electric Propulsion battery
warranty replacement may not
return your vehicle to an “as new”
condition, but it will make your
vehicles fully operational
appropriate to its age and mileage.
Other Electric/Hybrid Components
High Voltage Wiring, Hybrid
Powertrain and Battery Control
Modules, Air Compressor Control
Module, Accessory DC Power
Control Module, High Voltage
Battery Disconnect Control Module,

Drive Motor Generator Power
Invertor Module, Battery Charger
Control Module.
Brakes
Brake Modulator Assembly
Electric/Hybrid Drive Unit
Electric drive unit assembly electric
motors, and all internal components,
including the auxiliary fluid pump,
auxiliary pump controller, electric
motor, and 3-phase cables.

What Is Not Covered
In addition to the ”What is Not
Covered“ section of the 2017
Chevrolet Limited Warranty and
Owner Assistance Information, the
Chevrolet Bolt EV specific warranty
does not cover the following items:
Wear Items
Wear items, such as brake linings,
are not covered in the Chevrolet
Bolt EV specific warranty.

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Customer Information

Customer
Information
Customer Information
Customer Satisfaction
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Customer Assistance
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 326
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 326
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Courtesy Transportation
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 333
Service Publications Ordering
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Radio Frequency
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336

Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to
the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Reporting Safety Defects to
the Canadian
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337

Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 338
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339

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Customer Satisfaction
Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are
important to your dealer and to
Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns
with the sales transaction or the
operation of the vehicle will be
resolved by your dealer's sales or
service departments. Sometimes,
however, despite the best intentions
of all concerned, misunderstandings
can occur. If your concern has not
been resolved to your satisfaction,
the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
with a member of dealership
management. Normally, concerns
can be quickly resolved at that level.
If the matter has already been
reviewed with the sales, service,
or parts manager, contact the owner
of your dealership or the general
manager.

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STEP TWO : If after contacting a
member of dealership management,
it appears your concern cannot be
resolved by your dealership without
further help, in the U.S., call the
Chevrolet Customer Assistance
Center at 1-877-486-5846. In
Canada, call General Motors of
Canada Customer Care Centre at
1-800-263-3777 (English),
or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the
toll-free number in order to give the
inquiry prompt attention. Have the
following information available to
give the Customer Assistance
representative:
. Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN). This is available from the
vehicle registration or title, or the
plate at the top left of the
instrument panel and visible
through the windshield.
. Dealership name and location.
.

Vehicle delivery date and
present mileage.

When contacting Chevrolet,
remember that your concern will
likely be resolved at a dealer's
facility. That is why we suggest
following Step One first.

40 days. If you do not agree with the
decision given in your case, you
may reject it and proceed with any
other venue for relief available
to you.

STEP THREE — U.S. Owners :
Both General Motors and your
dealer are committed to making
sure you are completely satisfied
with the new vehicle. However,
if you continue to remain unsatisfied
after following the procedure
outlined in Steps One and Two, you
can file with the Better Business
Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program
to enforce your rights.

You may contact the BBB Auto Line
Program using the toll-free
telephone number or write them at
the following address:

The BBB Auto Line Program is an
out-of-court program administered
by the Council of Better Business
Bureaus to settle automotive
disputes regarding vehicle repairs or
the interpretation of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Although you may
be required to resort to this informal
dispute resolution program prior to
filing a court action, use of the
program is free of charge and your
case will generally be heard within

BBB Auto Line Program
Council of Better Business
Bureaus, Inc.
3033 Wilson Boulevard
Suite 600 , Arlington, VA 22201
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
http://www.bbb.org/council/
programs-services/
dispute-handling-and-resolution/
bbb-auto-line
This program is available in all
50 states and the District of
Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
vehicle age, mileage, and other
factors. General Motors reserves
the right to change eligibility
limitations and/or discontinue its
participation in this program.

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STEP THREE — Canadian
Owners : In the event that you do
not feel your concerns have been
addressed after following the
procedure outlined in Steps One
and Two, General Motors of Canada
Company wants you to be aware of
its participation in a no-charge
Mediation/Arbitration Program.
General Motors of Canada
Company has committed to binding
arbitration of owner disputes
involving factory-related vehicle
service claims. The program
provides for the review of the facts
involved by an impartial third party
arbiter, and may include an informal
hearing before the arbiter. The
program is designed so that the
entire dispute settlement process,
from the time you file your complaint
to the final decision, should be
completed in about 70 days. We

believe our impartial program offers
advantages over courts in most
jurisdictions because it is informal,
quick, and free of charge.
For further information concerning
eligibility in the Canadian Motor
Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP),
call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call
the General Motors Customer Care
Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English),
1-800-263-7854 (French),
or write to:
The Mediation/Arbitration Program
c/o Customer Care Centre
General Motors of Canada
Company
Mail Code: CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
The inquiry should be accompanied
by the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).

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Customer Assistance
Offices
Chevrolet encourages customers to
call the toll-free number for
assistance. However, if a customer
wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet,
the letter should be addressed to:

United States and Puerto Rico
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance
Center
P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
www.Chevrolet.com
1-877-486-5846
1-800-833-2438 (For Text
Telephone Devices (TTYs))
Roadside Assistance:
1-888-811-1926
From U.S. Virgin Islands:
1-800-496-9994

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Canada
General Motors of Canada
Company
Customer Care Centre,
Mail Code: CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
www.gm.ca
1-800-263-3777 (English)
1-800-263-7854 (French)
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
Telephone devices (TTYs))
Roadside Assistance:
1-800-268-6800

Overseas
Please contact the local General
Motors Business Unit.

Customer Assistance for
Text Telephone (TTY)
Users
To assist customers who are deaf,
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired
and who use Text Telephones
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY
equipment available at its Customer
Assistance Center. Any TTY user in

the U.S. can communicate with
Chevrolet by dialing:
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.

Online Owner Center
Online Owner Experience
(U.S.) my.chevrolet.com
The Chevrolet online owner
experience allows interaction with
Chevrolet and keeps important
vehicle-specific information in one
place.
Membership Benefits

E : Download owner manuals and
view vehicle-specific how-to videos.

View maintenance schedules,
alerts, and OnStar Vehicle
Diagnostic Information. Schedule
service appointments.

I : View and print dealer-recorded
service records and self-recorded
service records.

D : Select a preferred dealer and
view locations, maps, phone
numbers, and hours.

r : Track your vehicle’s warranty
information.
J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN). See
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
0 319.
H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
Satellite radio (if equipped), and
OnStar account information.
F : Chat with online help
representatives.
See my.chevrolet.com to register
your vehicle.

Chevrolet Owner Centre
(Canada) chevroletowner.ca
Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre:
. Chat live with online help
representatives.
. Locate owner resources such as
lease-end, financing, and
warranty information.
. Retrieve your favorite articles,
quizzes, tips, and multimedia
galleries organized into the
Featured Articles and Auto Care
Sections.

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.

Download owner manuals.

Find the
Chevrolet-recommended
maintenance services.

GM Mobility
Reimbursement Program

General Motors of Canada also has
a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca
or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483)
for details. TTY users call
1-800-263-3830.

Roadside Assistance
Program
From the U.S., call 1-888-811-1926;
Text Telephone (TTY):
1-888-889-2438.
From Canada, call 1-800-268-6800.

This program is available to
qualified applicants for cost
reimbursement of eligible
aftermarket adaptive equipment
required for the vehicle, such as
hand controls or a wheelchair/
scooter lift for the vehicle.
For more information on the limited
offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or
call the GM Mobility Assistance
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
Telephone (TTY) users, call
1-800-833-9935.

Service is available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.

Calling for Assistance
When calling Roadside Assistance,
have the following information
ready:
. Your name, home address, and
home telephone number.
. Telephone number of your
location.
. Location of the vehicle.
.

Model, year, color, and license
plate number of the vehicle.

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Odometer reading, Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle.

Description of the problem.

Coverage
Services are provided for the
duration of the vehicle’s powertrain
warranty.
In the U.S., anyone driving the
vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
permission from the owner is not
covered.
Roadside Assistance is not a part of
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
General Motors North America and
Chevrolet reserve the right to make
any changes or discontinue the
Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.
General Motors North America and
Chevrolet reserve the right to limit
services or payment to an owner or
driver if they decide the claims are
made too often, or the same type of
claim is made many times.

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responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not
covered by the warranty.

Services Provided
.

Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar.
For security reasons, the driver
must present identification
before this service is given.

Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.

Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: If your trip is
interrupted due to a warranty
event, incidental expenses may
be reimbursed within the
Powertrain warranty period.
Items considered are reasonable
and customary hotel, meals,
rental car, or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer,
up to 805 km (500 mi).

Emergency Tow from a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest certified Bolt EV dealer
for warranty service, or if the
vehicle was in a crash and
cannot be driven. Assistance is
not given when the vehicle is
stuck in the sand, mud, or snow.
Emergency towing may be
covered during the Extended
Vehicle (EV) warranty.

Flat Tire Change: If the tire has
been separated from the wheel,
has damaged sidewalls, or has a
large puncture, the tire is too
severely damaged for the self
sealing tire to be effective and
the vehicle will have to be
towed. It is the owner's

regularly traveled or maintained
public road, which includes ice and
winter roads. Off-road use is not
covered.

Services Specific to Canadian
Vehicles
.

Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
registration is required.

Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: Must be over
150 km (93 mi) from where the
trip was started to qualify.
Pre-authorization, original
detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
Once authorization has been
received, the Roadside
Assistance advisor will help to
make arrangements and explain
how to receive payment.

Alternative Service: If
assistance cannot be provided
right away, the Roadside
Assistance advisor may give
permission to get local
emergency road service. You will
receive payment, up to $100,
after sending the original receipt
to Roadside Assistance.

Services Not Included in
Roadside Assistance
.

Impound towing caused by
violation of any laws.

Legal fines.

Mounting, dismounting,
or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.

Service is not provided if a vehicle
is in an area that is not accessible
to the service vehicle or is not a

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Mechanical failures may be
covered, however any cost for
parts and labor for repairs not
covered by the warranty are the
owner's responsibility.

Roadside Assistance
Program
The Roadside Assistance program
is not available for any of the
countries in the Central American
and Caribbean region.
As a new owner, your vehicle is
automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program. The
services are available at no cost
under the terms and conditions of
the program. The Roadside
Assistance program is not part of,
or included, in the coverage
provided by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Roadside Assistance provides
assistance to the driver and
passengers while driving the vehicle
within your city of residence or on
any passable road in Mexico, the
United States, and Canada.
Services are subject to the

limitations described in the following
pages. Program coverage varies by
country.

Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if the vehicle has an
active OnStar subscription. For
security reasons, the driver must
present identification before this
service is provided.

Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.

*Emergency Messages:
Transmission of urgent phone
messages.

*Emergency Calls: Call for
emergency services.

*Dealership Location
Assistance: Information
regarding addresses and
telephone numbers for Chevrolet
dealers.

Emergency Towing: Tow to the
nearest dealer for warranty
service if the vehicle cannot be
driven.

Roadside Assistance is available
24 hours a day, 365 days of
the year.
This program expires two years
from the date of the invoice for the
vehicle, regardless of vehicle
mileage and changes in vehicle
ownership.
For more information about the
renewal of this program at the end
of its term, contact the Chevrolet
Customer Assistance Center at
01-800-466-0811.
Services Provided
. Flat Tire Change: If unable to
change a flat tire, Roadside
Assistance will provide towing
service to the nearest authorized
Chevrolet dealership. It is the
owner's responsibility for the
repair or replacement of the tire.
This service is limited to the
transfer of the vehicle to the
repair facility.

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If the vehicle is involved in an
accident during the commission
of a crime, administrative
violation, or breach of traffic

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regulations, Roadside
Assistance will not provide
service. When the vehicle is not
accessible to be towed, all
maneuvers required to access it
will be at the owner's expense.
If the vehicle is in another city
outside of your residence,
Roadside Assistance is limited
to moving the vehicle to the
nearest dealer. If you would like
the vehicle moved to a different
dealer, you will be asked to
cover the difference in cost at
the time of the move.
If the vehicle cannot be received
by the nearest Chevrolet dealer
due to scheduling conflicts, the
vehicle will be taken to a safe
place where it will remain for up
to 48 hours until it can be taken
to the dealer. If the storage costs
exceed the amount authorized,
the owner is responsible to pay
the difference at the time of
service. Contact Roadside
Assistance for more information
on authorized amounts.

destination, excluding vehicles
with a carrying capacity greater
than 3.5 tons.

*Trip Interruption: This service
is provided if you are prevented
from further usage of your
vehicle while traveling and it is
not possible for the nearest
Chevrolet dealership to repair
the vehicle the same day,
requiring the vehicle to stay at
the dealership for a night or
more. If this happens, in addition
to the previously listed services
and prior to confirmation by the
dealership, you are entitled to
choose one of the following
alternatives, within the limits of
existing Roadside Assistance
program guidelines. If the costs
exceed the amount authorized
for these services, you must pay
the difference at the time of
service.
Roadside Assistance will
coordinate hotel
accommodations for all vehicle
travelers for up to two nights.
A rental car will be provided for
up to two days and the vehicle
must be returned to its original

Complimentary Transportation: If
you prefer to continue your trip
to the intended destination or
return to your place of
residence, and the trip requires
more than eight hours driving on
the road, transportation for the
driver and passengers by first
class bus or coach commercial
airline will be provided to a
location chosen by Roadside
Assistance, depending on
availability at the chosen
destination. Restrictions apply
based on vehicle specifications.
If you are on the road, taxi
service to the nearest bus
station or airport will be
provided.
.

*Complimentary
Transportation for Vehicle Pick
Up: Transportation to pick up
your vehicle after repairs are
complete. Once the dealer has
reported that the vehicle has
been repaired, Roadside

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Assistance will provide bus or
commercial airline one-way
service (subject to availability)
for the person designated by you
to collect your vehicle at the
dealership's location if you or the
designated person are not in the
same town or city as the
dealership.

extraordinary nature,
earthquakes, volcanic eruptions,
and other cyclonic storms.
.

Vehicle immobilization situations
arising from car accidents
caused by the driver of the
vehicle or third parties. This
means any occurrence that
causes physical injury to the
occupants and/or the vehicle
caused by external forces.

*These services are not provided for
U.S. or Canada residents. All
services provided in the U.S. and
Canada are at the owner's expense
and will be reimbursed by Roadside
Assistance.

Services Not Included in Roadside
Assistance

Roadside Assistance does not
cover or reimburse services for the
following:
. Events caused by fraud or bad
faith by the driver.
. Vehicle immobilization situations
due to a major force or
unforeseen circumstances, such
as natural phenomena of an

Food service, beverages,
telephone calls, or other extra
costs. Accommodation costs
apply only to Mexico per the
terms and conditions of the
Roadside Assistance program.

Any damage to the vehicle
without intent, derived from the
services provided.

Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar,
armed forces or police actions
which prevent timely delivery of
assistance services.

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Cost of towing a trailer when
choosing a Chevrolet dealer that
is nearest to the temporary
storage facility for the disabled
vehicle.

Cost of all maneuvers required
to access the vehicle when it is
not available to be towed.

Routine vehicle repair costs are not
covered by the Roadside
Assistance program. For more
information, see your new vehicle
warranty.
Contacting Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance services are of
no cost to you and available
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Costs are only incurred in situations
that exceed the limits of the
program, some of which are listed
previously in this section.
To contact Roadside Assistance by
phone, use the following numbers:
Mexico
01-800-466-0811

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United States
1-866-466-8901
Canada
1-800-268-6800
E-mail
asistencia.chevrolet@gm.com
Chevrolet reserves the right to make
any changes or discontinue the
Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.

Scheduling Service
Appointments
When the vehicle requires warranty
service, contact your dealer and
request an appointment. By
scheduling a service appointment
and advising the service consultant
of your transportation needs, your
dealer can help minimize your
inconvenience.
If the vehicle cannot be scheduled
into the service department
immediately, keep driving it until it
can be scheduled for service,
unless, of course, the problem is

safety related. If it is, please call
your dealership, let them know this,
and ask for instructions.
If your dealer requests you to bring
the vehicle for service, you are
urged to do so as early in the work
day as possible to allow for
same-day repair.

Courtesy Transportation
Program
To enhance your ownership
experience, we and our participating
dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
Transportation, a customer support
program for vehicles with the
Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty
Coverage period in Canada), and
extended powertrain in both the
U.S. and Canada.
Several Courtesy Transportation
options are available to assist in
reducing inconvenience when
warranty repairs are required.
Courtesy Transportation is not a
part of the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. A separate booklet
entitled “Limited Warranty and

Owner Assistance Information”
furnished with each new vehicle
provides detailed warranty coverage
information.

Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be
completed while you wait. However,
if you are unable to do so, your
dealer may offer the following
transportation options:
Shuttle Service
This includes one-way or round-trip
shuttle service within reasonable
time and distance parameters of
your dealer's area.
Public Transportation
If overnight warranty repairs are
needed, and public transportation is
used, the expense must be
supported by original receipts and
within the maximum amount allowed
by GM for shuttle service. Claim
amounts should reflect actual costs
and be supported by original
receipts. See your dealer for
information.

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Courtesy Rental Vehicle
For an overnight warranty repair, the
dealer may provide an available
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for
reimbursement of a rental vehicle.
Reimbursement is limited and must
be supported by original receipts as
well as a signed and completed
rental agreement and meet state/
provincial, local, and rental vehicle
provider requirements.
Requirements vary and may include
minimum age requirements,
insurance coverage, credit card, etc.
Additional fees such as taxes,
levies, usage fees, excessive
mileage, or rental usage beyond the
completion of the repair are also
your responsibility.
It may not be possible to provide a
like vehicle as a courtesy rental.

Additional Program
Information
All program options, such as shuttle
service, may not be available at
every dealer. Contact your dealer
for specific availability.

General Motors reserves the right to
unilaterally modify, change,
or discontinue Courtesy
Transportation at any time and to
resolve all questions of claim
eligibility pursuant to the terms and
conditions described herein at its
sole discretion.

Collision Damage Repair
If the vehicle is involved in a
collision and it is damaged, have the
damage repaired by a qualified
technician using the proper
equipment and quality replacement
parts. Poorly performed collision
repairs diminish the vehicle resale
value, and safety performance can
be compromised in subsequent
collisions.

Collision Parts
Genuine GM Collision parts are new
parts made with the same materials
and construction methods as the
parts with which the vehicle was
originally built. Genuine GM
Collision parts are the best choice to
ensure that the vehicle's designed
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are preserved. The use of Genuine
GM parts can help maintain the GM
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recycled original equipment parts
may also be used for repair. These
parts are typically removed from
vehicles that were total losses in
prior crashes. In most cases, the
parts being recycled are from
undamaged sections of the vehicle.
A recycled original equipment GM
part may be an acceptable choice to
maintain the vehicle's originally
designed appearance and safety
performance; however, the history of
these parts is not known. Such parts
are not covered by the GM New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any
related failures are not covered by
that warranty.
Aftermarket collision parts are also
available. These are made by
companies other than GM and may
not have been tested for the vehicle.
As a result, these parts may fit
poorly, exhibit premature durability/
corrosion problems, and may not
perform properly in subsequent
collisions. Aftermarket parts are not
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Limited Warranty, and any vehicle
failure related to such parts is not
covered by that warranty.

Repair Facility
GM also recommends that you
choose a collision repair facility that
meets your needs before you ever
need collision repairs. Your dealer
may have a collision repair center
with GM-trained technicians and
state-of-the-art equipment, or be
able to recommend a collision repair
center that has GM-trained
technicians and comparable
equipment.

Insuring the Vehicle
Protect your investment in the GM
vehicle with comprehensive and
collision insurance coverage. There
are significant differences in the
quality of coverage afforded by
various insurance policy terms.
Many insurance policies provide
reduced protection to the GM
vehicle by limiting compensation for
damage repairs by using
aftermarket collision parts. Some
insurance companies will not

specify aftermarket collision parts.
When purchasing insurance, we
recommend that you ensure that the
vehicle will be repaired with GM
original equipment collision parts.
If such insurance coverage is not
available from your current
insurance carrier, consider switching
to another insurance carrier.
If the vehicle is leased, the leasing
company may require you to have
insurance that ensures repairs with
Genuine GM Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
Genuine Manufacturer replacement
parts. Read the lease carefully, as
you may be charged at the end of
the lease for poor quality repairs.

If a Crash Occurs
If there has been an injury, call
emergency services for help. Do not
leave the scene of a crash until all
matters have been taken care of.
Move the vehicle only if its position
puts you in danger, or you are
instructed to move it by a police
officer.

Give only the necessary information
to police and other parties involved
in the crash.
For emergency towing see
Roadside Assistance Program
0 327 or Roadside Assistance
Program 0 329.
Gather the following information:
. Driver name, address, and
telephone number.
. Driver license number.
.

Owner name, address, and
telephone number.

Vehicle license plate number.

Vehicle make, model, and
model year.

Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).

Insurance company and policy
number.

General description of the
damage to the other vehicle.

Choose a reputable repair facility
that uses quality replacement parts.
See “Collision Parts” earlier in this
section.

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In a crash, the sensing system may
shut down the high voltage system.
See Battery - North America 0 257
for important safety information.
If an airbag has inflated, see What
Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? 0 73.
If the vehicle is damaged from a
crash, flood, fire, or other event it
may be necessary to have the
vehicle inspected. SeeBattery North America 0 257 and High
Voltage Safety Information 0 22 for
important safety information.

Managing the Vehicle Damage
Repair Process
In the event that the vehicle requires
damage repairs, GM recommends
that you take an active role in its
repair. If you have a pre-determined
repair facility of choice, take the
vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Specify to the facility that any
required replacement collision parts
be original equipment parts, either
new Genuine GM parts or recycled
original GM parts. Remember,
recycled parts will not be covered by
the GM vehicle warranty.

Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
but you must live with the repair.
Depending on your policy limits,
your insurance company may
initially value the repair using
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
the repair professional, and insist on
Genuine GM parts. Remember,
if the vehicle is leased, you may be
obligated to have the vehicle
repaired with Genuine GM parts,
even if your insurance coverage
does not pay the full cost.
If another party's insurance
company is paying for the repairs,
you are not obligated to accept a
repair valuation based on that
insurance company's collision policy
repair limits, as you have no
contractual limits with that company.
In such cases, you can have control
of the repair and parts choices as
long as the cost stays within
reasonable limits.

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Service Publications
Ordering Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis
and repair information on the
electric drive unit, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering,
body, etc.

Owner Information
Owner publications are written
specifically for owners and intended
to provide basic operational
information about the vehicle. The
Owner Manual includes the
Maintenance Schedule for all
models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio,
Owner Manual, and Warranty
Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 to
$40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
shipping fees.
Without Pouch: Owner Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
shipping fees.

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Current and Past Models
Service and Owner Publications are
available for many current and past
model GM vehicles.
ORDER TOLL FREE:
1-800-551-4123 Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com
Or write to:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
Prices are subject to change without
notice and without incurring
obligation. Allow ample time for
delivery.
All listed prices are quoted in U.S.
funds. Make checks payable in U.S.
funds.

Radio Frequency
Statement
This vehicle has systems that
operate on a radio frequency that
complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules and with
Industry Canada Standards
RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310,
ICES‐001.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. The device may not cause
harmful interference.
2. The device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation of the
device.
Changes or modifications to any of
these systems by other than an
authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.

Reporting Safety
Defects
Reporting Safety Defects
to the United States
Government
If you believe that your vehicle
has a defect which could cause
a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
General Motors.
If NHTSA receives similar
complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that
a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign.

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However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual
problems between you, your
dealer, or General Motors.

Reporting Safety Defects
to the Canadian
Government

To contact NHTSA, you may call
the Vehicle Safety Hotline
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or
write to:

If you live in Canada, and you
believe that the vehicle has a
safety defect, notify Transport
Canada immediately, and notify
General Motors of Canada
Company. Call Transport
Canada at 1-800-333-0510 or
write to:

Administrator, NHTSA
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other
information about motor
vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.

Transport Canada
Road Safety Branch
80 rue Noel
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1

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Reporting Safety Defects
to General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or
Transport Canada) in a situation like
this, notify General Motors.
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance
Center
P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777
(English) or 1-800-263-7854
(French), or write:
General Motors of Canada
Company
Customer Care Centre,
Mail Code: CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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Vehicle Data
Recording and
Privacy
The vehicle has a number of
computers that record information
about the vehicle’s performance and
how it is driven. For example, the
vehicle uses computer modules to
monitor and control electric drive
unit performance, to monitor the
conditions for airbag deployment
and to deploy them in a crash, and,
if equipped, to provide antilock
braking to help the driver control the
vehicle. These modules may store
data to help the dealer technician
service the vehicle. Some modules
may also store data about how the
vehicle is operated, such as rate of
energy consumption or average
speed. These modules may retain
personal preferences, such as radio
presets, seat positions, and
temperature settings.

Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an
event data recorder (EDR). The
main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road
obstacle, data that will assist in
understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to
vehicle dynamics and safety
systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less. The
EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
. How various systems in your
vehicle were operating;
. Whether or not the driver and
passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
. How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/
or brake pedal; and,
. How fast the vehicle was
traveling.

These data can help provide a
better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and
injuries occur.
Note
EDR data are recorded by your
vehicle only if a non-trivial crash
situation occurs; no data are
recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal
data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded.
However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the
EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR,
special equipment is required, and
access to the vehicle or the EDR is
needed. In addition to the vehicle
manufacturer, other parties, such as
law enforcement, that have the
special equipment, can read the
information if they have access to
the vehicle or the EDR.

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GM will not access these data or
share it with others except: with the
consent of the vehicle owner or,
if the vehicle is leased, with the
consent of the lessee; in response
to an official request by police or
similar government office; as part of
GM's defense of litigation through
the discovery process; or, as
required by law. Data that GM
collects or receives may also be
used for GM research needs or may
be made available to others for
research purposes, where a need is
shown and the data is not tied to a
specific vehicle or vehicle owner.

OnStar®
If the vehicle is equipped with
OnStar® and has an active
subscription, additional data may be
collected through the OnStar
system. This includes information
about the vehicle’s operation;
collisions involving the vehicle; the
use of the vehicle and its features;
and, in certain situations, the
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
OnStar Terms and Conditions and
Privacy Statement on the OnStar
website.
See OnStar Additional Information
0 345.

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OnStar

OnStar Overview

OnStar Overview
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OnStar Services
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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OnStar Additional Information
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345

= Voice Command Button
Q Blue OnStar Button
> Red Emergency Button
This vehicle may be equipped with a
comprehensive, in-vehicle system
that can connect to an OnStar
Advisor for Emergency, Security,
Navigation, Connections, and
Diagnostics Services. OnStar
services may require a paid
subscription and data plan. OnStar
requires the vehicle battery and
electrical system, cellular service,
and GPS satellite signals to be
available and operating. OnStar acts
as a link to existing emergency
service providers. OnStar may
collect information about you and
your vehicle, including location
information. See OnStar User

Terms, Privacy Statement, and
Software Terms for more details
including system limitations at
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
The OnStar system status light is
next to the OnStar buttons. If the
status light is:
. Solid Green: System is ready.
.

Flashing Green: On a call.

Red: Indicates a problem.

Off: System is active. Press Q
twice to speak with an OnStar
Advisor.

Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to speak to an
Advisor.
Press

= to:

Make a call, end a call,
or answer an incoming call.

Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling
voice commands.

Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Navigation voice commands.

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.

Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi®
hotspot name or SSID and
password, if equipped.

Press Q to connect to an
Advisor to:
. Verify account information or
update contact information.
. Get driving directions.
.

Receive a Diagnostic check of
the vehicle's key operating
systems.

Receive Roadside Assistance.

Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
if equipped.

Press > to get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available
24/7 to:
. Get help for an emergency.
.

Be a Good Samaritan or
respond to an AMBER Alert.

Get assistance in severe
weather or other crisis situations
and find evacuation routes.

OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require an
active, OnStar service plan
(excludes Basic Plan). With
Automatic Crash Response, built-in
sensors can automatically alert a
specially trained OnStar Advisor
who is immediately connected in to
the vehicle to help.
Press > for a priority connection to
an OnStar Advisor who can contact
emergency service providers, direct
them to your exact location, and
relay important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
trained Advisors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
assistance, and information during a
crisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
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Security
If equipped, OnStar provides these
services:
. With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to
pinpoint the vehicle and help
authorities quickly recover it.
. With Remote Ignition Block™,
if equipped, OnStar can block
the engine from being restarted.
. With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown®,
if equipped, OnStar can work
with law enforcement to
gradually slow the vehicle down.

Theft Alarm Notification
If equipped, if the doors are locked
and the vehicle alarm sounds, a
notification by text, e-mail, or phone
call will be sent. If the vehicle is
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
with authorities to recover the
vehicle.

Navigation
OnStar navigation requires a
specific OnStar service plan.

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OnStar

Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn
directions or have them sent to the
vehicle’s navigation screen,
if equipped.

Turn-by-Turn Navigation
1. Press Q to connect to an
Advisor.

Route Preview
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
2. Say “Route preview.” System
responds with the next three
maneuvers.
Repeat

2. Request directions to be
downloaded to the vehicle.

1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.

3. Follow the voice-guided
commands.

2. Say “Repeat.” System
responds with the last direction
given, then responds with
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.

Using Voice Commands
During a Planned Route
Cancel Route
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
2. Say “Cancel route.” System
responds: “Do you want to
cancel directions?”
3. Say “Yes.” System responds:
“OK, request completed, thank
you, goodbye.”

Get My Destination
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
2. Say “Get my destination.”
System responds with the
address and distance to the
destination, then responds with
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
Send Destination to Vehicle
Subscribers can have directions
sent to the vehicle’s navigation
screen, if equipped.

Press Q, then ask the Advisor to
download directions to the vehicle’s
navigation system, if equipped. After
the call ends, the navigation screen
will provide prompts to begin driving
directions. Routes that are sent to
the navigation screen can only be
canceled through the navigation
system.
See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada).

Connections
The following OnStar services help
with staying connected.
For coverage maps, see
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Ensuring Security
. Change the default passwords
for the Wi-Fi hotspot and
myChevrolet mobile App. Make
these passwords different from
each other and use a
combination of letters, numbers,
and symbols to increase the
security.

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OnStar
.

Change the default name of the
SSID (Service Set Identifier).
This is your network’s name that
is visible to other wireless
devices. Choose a unique name
and avoid family names or
vehicle descriptions.
®

OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If
Equipped)
The vehicle may have a built-in
Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access
to the Internet and web content at
4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile
devices can be connected. A data
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle
controls only when it is safe to
do so.
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot
information, press =, wait for
the prompt, then say “Wi-Fi
settings.” On some vehicles,
touch Wi-Fi Settings on the
screen.
2. The Wi-Fi settings will display
the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID),
password, and on some
vehicles, the connection type

(no Internet connection, 3G,
4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality
(poor, good, excellent).
3. To change the SSID or
password, press Q or call
1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
with an Advisor.
After initial set-up, your vehicle’s
Wi-Fi hotspot will connect
automatically to your mobile
devices. Manage data usage by
turning Wi-Fi on or off on your
mobile device, using the
myChevrolet mobile App, or by
contacting an OnStar Advisor.
myChevrolet Mobile App (If
Available)
Download the myChevrolet mobile
App to compatible Apple® iOS and
Android™ smartphones. OnStar®
Subscribers can access the
following services from a
smartphone:
. Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
if factory-equipped.
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
with automatic locks.

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Activate the horn and lamps.

Check the vehicle’s energy level,
range or tire pressure,
if factory-equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitor System.

Send destinations to the vehicle.

Locate the vehicle on a map
(U.S. only).

Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi® hotspot
on/off, manage settings, and
monitor data consumption,
if equipped.

Locate a dealer and schedule
service.

Request roadside assistance.

Set a parking reminder with pin
drop, take a photo, make a note,
and set a timer.

Connect with Chevrolet on social
media

An active OnStar service,
compatible device, factory-installed
remote start and power locks are
required. Data rates apply. Visit
onstar.com for details and system
limitations.

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For myChevrolet mobile app
information and compatibility, see
my.chevrolet.com.

Remote Services
Contact an OnStar Advisor to
unlock the doors or sound the horn
and flash the lamps.

OnStar AtYourService
OnStar Advisors can provide offers
from restaurants and retailers on
your route, help locate hotels,
or book a room. These services
vary by market.

OnStar Hands-Free Calling
Make and receive calls with the
built-in wireless calling service,
which requires available minutes.
Make a Call
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready.”
2. Say “Call.” System responds:
“Call. Please say the name or
number to call.”

3. Say the entire number without
pausing, including a “1” and the
area code. System responds:
“OK, calling.”

Calling 911 Emergency
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready.”
2. Say “Call.” System responds:
“Call. Please say the name or
number to call.”
3. Say “911” without pausing.
System responds: “911.”
4. Say “Call.” System responds:
“OK, dialing 911.”

Retrieve My Number
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready.”
2. Say “My number.” System
responds: “Your OnStar
Hands-Free Calling number is,”
then says the number.

End a Call
Press =. System responds: “Call
ended.”

Verify Minutes and Expiration
Press = and say “Minutes” then
“Verify” to check how many minutes
remain and their expiration date.

Diagnostics
Advanced Diagnostics provides a
status of the vehicle’s key systems
with a monthly e-mail or by
pressing Q. If equipped, Diagnostic
Alerts can be received in real-time
via e-mail or text. The Proactive
Alerts feature (if available) can help
predict and alert of potential
upcoming maintenance issues with
select components on the vehicle,
before they become a problem.
OnStar can also monitor and report
tire pressure, if the vehicle is
equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System.

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OnStar

OnStar Additional
Information
In-Vehicle Audio Messages
Audio messages may play important
information at the following times:
. Prior to vehicle purchase.
Press Q to set up an account.
.

With the OnStar Basic Plan,
every 60 days.

After change in ownership and
at 90 days.

Transferring Service
Press Q to request account transfer
eligibility information. The Advisor
can cancel or change account
information.

Selling/Transferring the
Vehicle
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) immediately to
terminate your OnStar services if
the vehicle is disposed of, sold,
transferred, or if the lease ends.

Reactivation for Subsequent
Owners
Press Q and follow the prompts to
speak to an Advisor as soon as
possible. The Advisor will update
vehicle records and explain OnStar
service options.

How OnStar Service Works
Automatic Crash Response,
Emergency Services, Crisis Assist,
Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics,
Remote Services, Roadside
Assistance, Turn-by-Turn
Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling
are available on most vehicles. Not
all OnStar services are available
everywhere or on all vehicles. For
more information, a full description
of OnStar services, system
limitations, and OnStar User Terms,
Privacy Statement, and Software
Terms:
. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827).
. See www.onstar.com (U.S.).
.

See www.onstar.ca (Canada).

Call TTY 1-877-248-2080.

Press Q to speak with an
Advisor.

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OnStar services cannot work unless
the vehicle is in a place where
OnStar has an agreement with a
wireless service provider for service
in that area. The wireless service
provider must also have coverage,
network capacity, reception, and
technology compatible with OnStar
services. Service involving location
information about the vehicle cannot
work unless GPS signals are
available, unobstructed, and
compatible with the OnStar
hardware. OnStar services may not
work if the OnStar equipment is not
properly installed or it has not been
properly maintained. If equipment or
software is added, connected,
or modified, OnStar services may
not work. Other problems beyond
the control of OnStar — such as
hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather,
electrical system design and
architecture of the vehicle, damage

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OnStar

to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless
phone network congestion or
jamming — may prevent service.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 336.

Services for People with
Disabilities
Advisors provide services to help
Subscribers with physical disabilities
and medical conditions.
Press

Q to help:

Find a hotel, restaurant, etc.,
that meets accessibility needs.

Provide directions to the closest
hospital or pharmacy in urgent
situations.

TTY Users
OnStar has the ability to
communicate to deaf,
hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired
customers while in the vehicle. The
available dealer-installed TTY
system can provide in-vehicle
access to all OnStar services,
except Virtual Advisor and OnStar
Turn-by-Turn Navigation.

OnStar Personal Identification
Number (PIN)
A PIN is needed to access some
OnStar services. The PIN will need
to be changed the first time when
speaking with an Advisor. To
change the OnStar PIN, contact an
OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or
calling 1-888-4ONSTAR.

vehicle has not been started for
five days, OnStar can contact
Roadside Assistance or a locksmith
to help gain access to the vehicle.

Global Positioning
System (GPS)
.

Obstruction of the GPS can
occur in a large city with tall
buildings; in parking garages;
around airports; in tunnels and
underpasses; or in an area with
very dense trees. If GPS signals
are not available, the OnStar
system should still operate to
call OnStar. However, OnStar
could have difficulty identifying
the exact location.

In emergency situations, OnStar
can use the last stored GPS
location to send to emergency
responders.

Warranty
OnStar equipment may be
warranted as part of the vehicle
warranty.

Languages
The vehicle can be programmed to
respond in multiple languages.
Press Q and ask for an Advisor.
Advisors are available in English,
Spanish, and French. Available
languages may vary by country.

Potential Issues
OnStar cannot perform Remote
Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
Assistance after the vehicle has
been off continuously for 10 days
without an ignition cycle. If the

A temporary loss of GPS can cause
loss of the ability to send a
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The
Advisor may give a verbal route or
may ask for a call back after the
vehicle is driven into an open area.

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OnStar
Cellular and GPS Antennas

Add-on Electrical Equipment

Cellular reception is required for
OnStar to send remote signals to
the vehicle. Do not place items over
or near the antenna to prevent
blocking cellular and GPS signal
reception.

The OnStar system is integrated
into the electrical architecture of the
vehicle. Do not add any electrical
equipment. See Add-On Electrical
Equipment 0 247. Added electrical
equipment may interfere with the
operation of the OnStar system and
cause it to not operate.

Unable to Connect to OnStar
Message
If there is limited cellular coverage
or the cellular network has reached
maximum capacity, this message
may come on. Press Q to try the
call again or try again after driving a
few miles into another cellular area.

Vehicle and Power Issues
OnStar services require a vehicle
electrical system, wireless service,
and GPS satellite technologies to be
available and operating for features
to function properly. These systems
may not operate if the battery is
discharged or disconnected.

Vehicle Software Updates
OnStar or GM may remotely deliver
software updates or changes to the
vehicle without further notice or
consent. These updates or changes
may enhance or maintain safety,
security, or the operation of the
vehicle or the vehicle systems.
Software updates or changes may
affect or erase data or settings that
are stored in the vehicle, such as
OnStar Hands-Free Calling name
tags, saved navigation destinations,
or pre-set radio stations. Neither
OnStar nor GM is responsible for
any affected or erased data or
settings. These updates or changes
may also collect personal
information. Such collection is
described in the OnStar privacy

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statement or separately disclosed at
the time of installation. These
updates or changes may also cause
a system to automatically
communicate with GM servers to
collect information about vehicle
system status, identify whether
updates or changes are available,
or deliver updates or changes. An
active OnStar agreement constitutes
consent to these software updates
or changes and agreement that
either OnStar or GM may remotely
deliver them to the vehicle.

Privacy
The complete OnStar Privacy
Statement may be found at
www.onstar.com (U.S.),
or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We
recommend that you review it. If you
have any questions, call
1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
or press Q to speak with an
Advisor. Users of wireless
communications are cautioned that
the privacy of any information sent
via wireless cellular communications
cannot be assured. Third parties

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OnStar

may unlawfully intercept or access
transmissions and private
communications without consent.

above copyright notice and this
permission notice appear in all
copies.

OnStar - Software
Acknowledgements

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED
“AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF
ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF
THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR
COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE
LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM,
DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY,
WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF
CONTRACT, TORT OR
OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM,
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE
USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN
THE SOFTWARE.

Certain OnStar components include
libcurl and unzip software and other
third party software. Below are the
notices and licenses associated
with libcurl and unzip and for other
third party software please see
http://www.lg.com/global/support/
opensource/index and
https://www.onstar.com/us/en/
support/getdocuments.html
libcurl:
COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION
NOTICE
Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel
Stenberg, .
All rights reserved.
Permission to use, copy, modify,
and distribute this software for any
purpose with or without fee is
hereby granted, provided that the

Except as contained in this notice,
the name of a copyright holder shall
not be used in advertising or
otherwise to promote the sale, use
or other dealings in this Software
without prior written authorization of
the copyright holder.

unzip:
This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the
Info-ZIP copyright and license.
The definitive version of this
document should be available
at ftp://ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/
license.html indefinitely.
Copyright (c) 1990-2005 Info-ZIP. All
rights reserved.
For the purposes of this copyright
and license, “Info-ZIP” is defined as
the following set of individuals:
Mark Adler, John Bush, Karl Davis,
Harald Denker, Jean-Michel Dubois,
Jean-loup Gailly, Hunter Goatley, Ed
Gordon, Ian Gorman, Chris
Herborth, Dirk Haase, Greg Hartwig,
Robert Heath, Jonathan Hudson,
Paul Kienitz, David Kirschbaum,
Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden,
Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller,
Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens,
George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, Kai
Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury,
Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda,
Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta,
Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren,
Rich Wales, Mike White.

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OnStar
This software is provided “as is,”
without warranty of any kind,
express or implied. In no event shall
Info-ZIP or its contributors be held
liable for any direct, indirect,
incidental, special or consequential
damages arising out of the use of or
inability to use this software.
Permission is granted to anyone to
use this software for any purpose,
including commercial applications,
and to alter it and redistribute it
freely, subject to the following
restrictions:
1. Redistributions of source code
must retain the above copyright
notice, definition, disclaimer,
and this list of conditions.
2. Redistributions in binary form
(compiled executables) must
reproduce the above copyright
notice, definition, disclaimer,
and this list of conditions in
documentation and/or other
materials provided with the
distribution. The sole exception
to this condition is redistribution
of a standard UnZipSFX binary
(including SFXWiz) as part of a

self-extracting archive; that is
permitted without inclusion of
this license, as long as the
normal SFX banner has not
been removed from the binary
or disabled.
3. Altered versions–including, but
not limited to, ports to new
operating systems, existing
ports with new graphical
interfaces, and dynamic,
shared, or static library
versions–must be plainly
marked as such and must not
be misrepresented as being
the original source. Such
altered versions also must not
be misrepresented as being
Info-ZIP releases–including,
but not limited to, labeling of
the altered versions with the
names “Info-ZIP” (or any
variation thereof, including, but
not limited to, different
capitalizations), “Pocket
UnZip,” “WiZ” or “MacZip”
without the explicit permission
of Info-ZIP. Such altered
versions are further prohibited
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of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP
e-mail addresses or of the
Info-ZIP URL(s).
4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use
the names “Info-ZIP,” “Zip,”
“UnZip,” “UnZipSFX,” “WiZ,”
“Pocket UnZip,” “Pocket Zip,”
and “MacZip” for its own
source and binary releases.

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Index

A
Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 247
Additional Information
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Agreements
Trademarks and License . . . . . 182
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Air Conditioning Regular
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Air Filter, Passenger
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Airbag System
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
How Does an Airbag
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 74
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Airbag System (cont'd)
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 70
Airbags
Adding Equipment to the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Passenger Status Indicator . . . .117
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Alarm
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Alert
Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 227
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Antenna
Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 210
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Appearance Care
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Apps Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

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Index
Armrest
Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Assistance Program,
Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327, 329
Assistance Systems for
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Assistance Systems for
Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 219
Audio
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 156
Automatic
Climate Control System . . . . . . . 184
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Auxiliary
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Battery - North America . . . .257, 295
Battery and Charging
Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Battery Gauge
High Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 259

Bluetooth
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Brake
Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . .118
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . 212
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Braking System
Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . 225
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 201
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 262
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-up
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283

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C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
California
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
California
Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .249, 257, 295
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Carbon Monoxide
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Cargo
Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Management System . . . . . . . . . 102
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 101
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Charging
Delay Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . 246
Plug-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Programmable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Utility Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

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Index

Charging Status Screens . . . . . . . 236
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 118
Child Restraints
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 82
Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95, 97
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Cleaning
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Climate Control Systems
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 333
Compartment
Underhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Compartments
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 289
Connections
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342

Control
Traction and Electronic
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Courtesy Transportation
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Cover
Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Text Telephone (TTY)
Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Customer Information
Service Publications
Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 335
Customer Satisfaction
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323

D
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 333
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Data Collection
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 338
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Delayed Charging Override . . . . . 235
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Devices
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Diagnostics
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Door
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Drive Unit
Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Driver
Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 218

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Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . . . 115
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Driver Selected Operating
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Driving
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 222
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 196
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 197
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

E
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Electric Drive Unit Messages . . . 137
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 210
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 119
Electrical Equipment,
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Electrical Requirements for
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246

Electrical System
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Emergency
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Energy Efficiency
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Energy Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Energy Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Engine
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 338
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 148
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 150

F
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 151
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Fluid
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

353

Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 224
Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Frequency Statement
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Front Pedestrian Braking
(FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Front Seats
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Fuses
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Underhood Compartment . . . . . 264

G
Gauges
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Driver Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
General Information
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 310
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246

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General Information (cont'd)
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327

H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 151
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Headlamps
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 123
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 150
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 123
Heated
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
High Voltage Battery Gauge . . . . 115

High Voltage Devices and
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 196
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 212
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

I
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Indicator
Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Infants and Young Children,
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Information
Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Instrument Panel
Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 49
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 155

J
Jump Starting - North
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

K
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 137
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 33
KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 272
Lamps
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 150
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 227
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 229
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 120

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Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
LATCH System
Replacing Parts after a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
LATCH, Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Light
Ready Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Vehicle Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Lighting
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 152
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . .118
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . .119
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 150

Lights (cont'd)
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . .116
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Service Electric Parking
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Service Vehicle Soon . . . . . . . . . .118
Sport Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
StabiliTrak® OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak® . . . . . . . . . . 121
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Locks
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

M
Maintenance
Air Conditioning Regular
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318

355

Maintenance and Care
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 311
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Messages
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Object Detection System . . . . . 138
Propulsion Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 140
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Mirror
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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Mirrors (cont'd)
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 49
Mobile Applications
KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Modes
Driver Selected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Monitor System, Tire
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

N
Navigation
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 201
New Vehicle Limited
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321

O
Object Detection System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Off-Road
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 81
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 326

OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
OnStar® Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
OnStar® Connections . . . . . . . . . . . 342
OnStar® Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
OnStar® Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
OnStar® Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
OnStar® Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
OnStar® Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Operation
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 156
Ordering
Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 335
Outlets
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Underhood Compartment . . . . . 253
Owner Checks and Services . . . . 313

P
Park
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Parking
Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Parking or Backing
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 219

Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 74
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 121
Pedestrian Safety Signal . . . . . . . 105
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements, California . . . . . . 249
Personalization
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Phone
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Hands-Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Plug-In Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Port
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Power
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Indicator Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 203
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 66

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Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 338
Program
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 332
Programmable Charging . . . . . . . . 124
Proposition
65 Warning,
California . . . . . . . . . . . .249, 257, 295
Propulsion Power Messages . . . 139

R
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 336
Radios
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Ready Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 219
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 107
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316

Records
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 299
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Reimbursement Program,
GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Replacement Parts
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 80
Replacing LATCH System
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Replacing Safety Belt System
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 337
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Requirements
Electrical Battery Charging . . . 246
Restraints
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

357

Ride Control Systems
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Roads
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327, 329
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

S
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 68
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 66
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 337
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Safety Signal
Pedestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 332
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289

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Index

Seats
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 95, 97
Security
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Self-Sealing Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 250
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 318
Maintenance, General
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 319
Publications Ordering
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 332
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Vehicle Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Service Electric Parking
Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Shifting
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 227
Signals, Turn and
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Specifications and
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
StabiliTrak
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Start
Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Starting and Stopping the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Starting the Vehicle
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Status Screens
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Steering (cont'd)
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Storage Areas
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Cargo Management
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 100
Store
Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System
Forward Collision
Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Systems
Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

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T
Taillamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 326
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 47
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 278
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 277
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Sealant and Compressor
Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Self-Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272

Tires (cont'd)
Terminology and Definitions . . 273
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 286
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Towing
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 246
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 299
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Traction
Control System (TCS)/
StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Transportation Program,
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

359

Turn Signal
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 262

U
Underhood Compartment
Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Underhood Compartment
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 285
Updates
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Utility Interruption of
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245

V
Vehicle
Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 319
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . 141
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Service Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . 203

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Vehicle (cont'd)
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 120
Vehicle Care
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 295
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 263

W
Warning
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 229
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Warranty Information
New Vehicle Limited
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 286

Wheels (cont'd)
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
When to Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 86
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Windshield
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 259
Wipers
Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 263

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