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  • Page 1 2018 Equinox Owner’s Manual chevrolet.com (U.S.) chevrolet.gm.ca (Canada)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Keep this manual in the vehicle for the CHEVROLET Emblem, and About Driving the Vehicle quick reference.
  • Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. See the labels and in this manual describe features in this manual for hazards and what to do to avoid or information.
  • Page 5 Introduction : Oil Pressure : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Seat Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Under Pressure : Windshield Washer Fluid...

  • Page 6: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance Infotainment System ... 20 Traction Control/Electronic Radio(s) ..... . . 20 Stability Control .

  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 194. 11. Wireless Charging 0 118 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) (If Equipped). System 0 245 (If Equipped). 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 12. USB Port 0 173. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 251 0 160.

  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry For vehicles with the manual liftgate, press twice within (RKE) System Information five seconds to unlock the liftgate. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) This section provides a brief : Press to lock all doors. transmitter may work up to overview about some of the 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

  • Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start

    In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Door Locks Keyless Access If equipped, the engine can be To lock or unlock the vehicle from started from outside of the vehicle. the outside, press on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Starting the Vehicle transmitter.

  • Page 11: Liftgate

    In Brief Liftgate On vehicles with a power liftgate, To operate, kick your foot straight up the vehicle must be in P (Park) to in one swift motion under rear Manual Liftgate Operation use the power feature. The taillamps bumper between the left exhaust flash when the power liftgate pipe and the license plate, then pull Unlock the vehicle before opening...

  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief The windows will be temporarily 3. Try to move the seat back and Reclining Seatbacks disabled if they are used repeatedly forth to be sure it is locked in within a short time. place. See Power Windows 0 53. Seat Height Adjuster Seat Adjustment Manual Front Seats...
  • Page 13 In Brief 2. Push and pull on the seatback See Power Seat Adjustment 0 61. Lumbar Adjustment to make sure it is locked. See Reclining Seatbacks 0 62. Power Driver Seat To recline a power seatback, If equipped, press and hold the front if equipped: or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.

  • Page 14: Memory Features

    In Brief Memory Features Then immediately press and hold 1, To heat the driver or passenger seat 2, or (Exit) on the driver door cushion and seatback, press until two beeps sound. To manually . Indicator lights on the button recall these positions, press and show the current setting.

  • Page 15: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In Brief Head Restraint Seat Belts Passenger Sensing Adjustment System Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary United States and Canada while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper...

  • Page 16: Mirror Adjustment

    In Brief The passenger airbag status See Power Mirrors 0 51. Steering Wheel indicator will light on the overhead Adjustment Interior console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Adjustment Indicator 0 127. Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle.

  • Page 17: Interior Lighting

    In Brief Interior Lighting ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually. Dome Lamps Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on when any door is opened. Rear Reading Lamps Press the lamp lens to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or off.

  • Page 18: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief Exterior Lighting LO : Use for slow wipes. : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and INT : Move the lever up to INT for instrument panel lights. intermittent wipes, then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or See: down for less frequent wipes.

  • Page 19: Climate Controls

    In Brief Climate Controls The vehicle's heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation can be controlled with these systems. Climate Control System OFF : Turns the system off. INT : Intermittent wipes. ON : Slow wipes. : Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window.

  • Page 20: Transmission

    In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode ERS or manual mode allows for the selection of the range of gear positions. Use this mode when driving downhill to limit the top gear and vehicle speed. See Manual Mode 0 230.

  • Page 21: Vehicle Features

    In Brief Vehicle Features functions may gray out when they Radio(s) are unavailable. Many infotainment features are also available through Infotainment System the instrument cluster and steering Press to turn the power on. wheel controls. Base radio information is included in Press and hold to turn the this manual.

  • Page 22: Satellite Radio

    In Brief www.siriusxm.ca or call See Bluetooth (Infotainment 1-877-438-9677 (Canada). Controls) 0 180 or Bluetooth Press and release to access the (Overview) 0 179. See Satellite Radio 0 170. phone screen, answer an incoming call, or access the Steering Wheel Controls Portable Audio Devices device home screen.

  • Page 23: Cruise Control

    In Brief 1. Favorite: When on a radio : Press to reject an incoming : Press to disengage cruise source, press to select the next call or end a current call. Press to control without erasing the set or previous favorite. When on a mute or unmute the infotainment speed from memory.

  • Page 24: Driver Information

    In Brief Driver Information See Driver Information Center (DIC) crash into, it can provide a boost to 0 137. braking or automatically brake the Center (DIC) vehicle. This can help avoid or Forward Collision Alert The DIC display is in the instrument lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear.

  • Page 25: Lane Change Alert (Lca)

    In Brief Lane Change Alert (LCA) Rear Cross Traffic Alert Power Outlets (RCTA) System If equipped, the LCA system is a The vehicle has three 12-volt lane-changing aid that assists accessory power outlets, which can If equipped, the RCTA system uses drivers with avoiding lane change be used to plug in electrical a triangle with an arrow displayed...

  • Page 26: Universal Remote System

    In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof Sunroof Switch Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release (1). Press the switch again to stop it. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release (1). Press the switch again to stop it. If equipped, these buttons are in the Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To overhead console.

  • Page 27: Performance And Maintenance

    In Brief Sunshade Switch Performance and Tire Pressure Monitor Express-open/Express-close : To Maintenance This vehicle may have a Tire express-open the sunshade, fully Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). press and release (2). To Traction Control/ express-close the sunshade, fully Electronic Stability press and release (2) .

  • Page 28: Fuel

    In Brief The TPMS does not replace normal vehicle damage and lower fuel E85 or FlexFuel monthly tire maintenance. Maintain economy. See Fuel (Gasoline) the correct tire pressures. 0 253. See Tire Pressure Monitor System Fuel (LTG - 2.0L L4 Turbo 0 323.

  • Page 29: Driving For Better Fuel

    In Brief Resetting the Oil Life System Driving for Better Fuel Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number Economy 1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE molded into the tire's sidewall on the DIC menu. See Driver Driving habits can affect fuel near the size.
  • Page 30 In Brief Cleaning the DPF (Exhaust If the vehicle continues to be driven Do Not Use Non-Highway Fuel in a manner that prevents effective Filter) Fuel labeled as off road or DPF cleaning, the DPF will become non-highway is typically very high in While the DPF cleaning is plugged with particulates.

  • Page 31: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    Roadside Assistance Program Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF can be purchased at a U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 Chevrolet dealer. It can also be TTY Users (U.S. Only): purchased at authorized vehicle 1-888-889-2438 dealerships. Additionally, some diesel fueling stations or retailers Canada: 1-800-268-6800 may have DEF for purchase.

  • Page 32: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Folding Mirrors ....52 Keys and Locks Heated Mirrors ....52 Windows Automatic Dimming Mirror .

  • Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remove the key by pressing the Check the location. Other button on the side of the RKE vehicles or objects may be transmitter near the bottom and pull blocking the signal. the key out. Never pull the key out Check the transmitter's battery.
  • Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Pressing may also arm the : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle lamps flash and the horn chirps Alarm System 0 49. three times. Press and hold for at : Press to unlock the driver door.
  • Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access can be Keyless Unlocking/Locking from programmed to unlock all doors on Passenger Doors the first lock/unlock press from the When the doors are locked and the driver door. See Vehicle RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of Personalization 0 144.
  • Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitter inside the vehicle. Do Remote No longer in Vehicle longer work. Each vehicle can have not leave the RKE transmitter in an up to eight transmitters matched If the vehicle is on with a door open, unattended vehicle.

  • Page 37: Programming Without Recognized Transmitter

    Keys, Doors, and Windows When all additional transmitters The Driver Information Center are programmed, press and (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, hold ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit PLEASE WAIT. programming mode. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the 6.
  • Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode. 7. Put the key back into the transmitter. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery When the vehicle is started, if the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC 4.
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement 1. Press the button on the side of the transmitter and pull the Replace the battery if the REPLACE key out. BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.

  • Page 40: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Other conditions can affect the Extending Engine Run Time performance of the transmitter. See For a 10-minute extension, after The vehicle may have this feature Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 30 seconds repeat Steps 1 and 2 that allows you to start the engine System 0 32.

  • Page 41: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which Remote Start dealer to add the manufacturer's Warning (Continued) Will Not Work remote vehicle start feature to the vehicle. The remote vehicle start feature will Young children who get into not operate if: unlocked vehicles may be Door Locks unable to get out.
  • Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock or unlock the doors from the Key Cylinder Access To replace the cap: inside: To access the key cylinder: Press on the power door lock switch. Push down on the door lock knob to lock a door. Pull the door handle once to unlock the door.

  • Page 43: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Free-Turning Locks Power Door Locks The door lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open.

  • Page 44: Delayed Locking

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection This feature delays the actual The doors will lock automatically If the ignition is on or in ACC/ locking of the doors until when all doors are closed, the ACCESSORY and the power door five seconds after all doors are ignition is on, and the vehicle is...

  • Page 45: Safety Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature 3. Do the same for the other Doors can be turned on or off. See Vehicle rear door. Personalization 0 144. To open a rear door when the safety Liftgate lock is on: Safety Locks 1.
  • Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Liftgate Operation Warning (Continued) Warning and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See You or others could be injured if Climate Control Systems caught in the path of the power in the Index. liftgate.
  • Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows To open the power liftgate, first Press on the bottom of the select MAX or 3/4 mode. Then: liftgate next to the pull cup to close. Press twice quickly on the Press any liftgate button or the RKE transmitter until the liftgate touch pad while the liftgate is moves.
  • Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows completed moving, the liftgate may Obstacle Detection Features Setting the 3/4 Mode stop or reverse direction. Make sure If the liftgate encounters an obstacle To change the position the liftgate the liftgate is closed and latched during a power open or close cycle, stops at when opening: before driving.
  • Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows Do not sweep your foot side Caution to side. Do not keep your foot under the Attempting to move the liftgate bumper; the liftgate will not too quickly and with excessive activate. force may result in damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 50: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured The vehicle alarm system will not during the delay to arm the system. arm if the doors are locked with This vehicle has theft-deterrent the key. Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. features;...

  • Page 51: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation RKE transmitter will start the accident: vehicle. If the transmitter is ever This vehicle has a passive damaged, you may not be able to Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system.

  • Page 52: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows theft-deterrent system and have a Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle. Convex Mirrors It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement Warning RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for A convex mirror can make things, the vehicle.

  • Page 53: Folding Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Heated Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: If equipped with memory seats, the Manual Folding Mirrors passenger and/or driver mirror tilts The heated outside mirrors turn on The mirrors can be folded inward to a preselected position when the when the rear window defogger is toward the vehicle to prevent...

  • Page 54: Interior Rearview Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind the vehicle.
  • Page 55 Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window. Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop that window s express movement. Window Automatic Reversal System The express-close feature will...

  • Page 56: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Open the window and continue Roof Warning (Continued) to press the switch briefly after the window has fully opened. Sunroof system override, make sure that Remote Window Operation all people and obstructions are clear of the window path. If equipped, this feature allows all the windows to be opened remotely.
  • Page 57 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sunroof Switch Sunshade Switch In the event of closing difficulties like frost or other conditions, it is Express-Open/Express-Close : To Express-open/Express-close : To possible to override the reversal express-open the sunroof, fully express-open the sunshade, fully system.
  • Page 58 Keys, Doors, and Windows roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal.

  • Page 59: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Replacing Seat Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash ... 77 Parts After a Crash ..101 Restraints Securing Child Restraints (With Airbag System...

  • Page 60: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. 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.
  • Page 61 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is Rear Head Restraint Adjustment locked in place. The vehicle's rear seats have Folding the Rear Head Restraint adjustable head restraints in the The head restraint can be folded outboard seating positions.

  • Page 62: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Front Seats 2. Move the seat forward or Power Seat Adjustment rearward and release the handle. Seat Adjustment 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in Warning place. You can lose control of the Seat Height Adjuster vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 63: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Lumbar Adjustment 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. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen.

  • Page 64: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback Memory Seats to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks To recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. If equipped, memory seats allow two 2. Move the seatback to the drivers to store and recall their desired position, and then unique seat positions for driving the...
  • Page 65 Seats and Restraints Then immediately press and hold 1, then Comfort and Convenience, 3. Press and release SET; a beep and then Auto Memory Recall. will sound. 2, or (Exit) on the driver door Select On or Off. See Auto until two beeps sound.
  • Page 66 Seats and Restraints To stop manual recall movement, The transmission must be in Easy Exit Recall P (Park) to initiate Auto Memory release 1, 2, or . Recall can also Easy Exit Recall is not linked to an Recall. Auto Memory Recall will be stopped by pressing a power RKE transmitter.

  • Page 67: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints Obstructions The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. If something has blocked the driver seat and/or power steering wheel Press to ventilate the driver while recalling a memory position, or passenger seat cushion and the recall may stop. Remove the seatback.

  • Page 68: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints The heated or ventilated seat Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door indicator lights do not turn on during and left the vehicle without the a remote start. vehicle being shut off. Rear Seat Reminder The temperature performance of an The feature can be turned on or off.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. Caution Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts.
  • Page 70 Seats and Restraints If equipped, the rear seatbacks can 2. Lift the seatback up and push it Warning (Continued) also be folded forward by pulling the rearward to lock it in place. levers on the passenger side of the A tab near the seatback lever sure that the seat belts are rear cargo area.

  • Page 71: Heated Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Heated Rear Seats Seat Belts This section describes how to use Warning seat belts properly, and some things not to do. If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt, the seat Warning heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use care Do not let anyone ride where a when using the seat heater,...

  • Page 72: How To Wear Seat Belts

    Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear seat vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.

  • Page 73: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap All seating positions in the vehicle unbelted people are hurt more often belt.
  • Page 74 Seats and Restraints The lap-shoulder belt may lock 3. Push the latch plate into the if you pull the belt across you buckle until it clicks. very quickly. If this happens, let Pull up on the latch plate to the belt go back slightly to make sure it is secure.
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints Seat Belt Pretensioners Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has seat belt Warning pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the seat belt A seat belt that is not properly pretensioners cannot be seen, they worn may not provide the are part of the seat belt assembly.
  • Page 76 Seats and Restraints To install: 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be behind the belt with the plastic guide on the front. 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the 1.

  • Page 77: Seat Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints removed from the guide. Slide the The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check guide back into its storage pocket to protect the mother. When a seat Periodically check the seat belt on the side of the seatback. belt is worn properly, it is more likely reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch that the fetus will not be hurt in a...

  • Page 78: Seat Belt Care

    Seats and Restraints Seat Belt Care Replacing Seat Belt New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the seat belt System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. system was not being used at the Crash time of the crash. Warning Have the seat belt pretensioners Warning...

  • Page 79: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) AIRBAG is on the center of the The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on them. Also, airbags are not airbags: the instrument panel for the front designed to inflate in every crash.

  • Page 80: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) Warning sit unnecessarily close to any Children who are up against, airbag, as you would be if sitting or very close to, any airbag when on the edge of the seat or leaning it inflates can be seriously injured forward.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints The front outboard passenger Warning frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. 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.

  • Page 82: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Roof-rail airbags are designed to direction of the impact, and how inflate in moderate to severe side Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. crashes depending on the location This vehicle is equipped with of the impact.

  • Page 83: How Does An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints For airbag locations, see Where Are But airbags would not help in many the windshield or being able to steer the Airbags? 0 79. types of collisions, primarily the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle. because the occupant's motion is How Does an Airbag not toward those airbags.

  • Page 84: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints without airbag inflation, after an Additional windshield breakage may Passenger Sensing event that exceeds a predetermined also occur from the front outboard System threshold. You can lock the doors, passenger airbag. turn off the interior lamps, and turn The vehicle has a passenger Airbags are designed to inflate off the hazard warning flashers by...
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) be visible. See Passenger Airbag the front. This is because the risk to Status Indicator 0 127. the rear-facing child is so great, Never put a rear-facing child if the airbag inflates.
  • Page 86 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing wear a seat belt properly whether 2. Remove the child restraint from system has turned off the front or not there is an airbag for that the vehicle. outboard passenger frontal airbag, person. 3.
  • Page 87 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still blankets, cushions, seat lit, turn the vehicle off.

  • Page 88: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints seat covers, seat heaters, and seat Servicing the Warning massagers can affect how well the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle passenger sensing system If the front outboard passenger operates. We recommend that you Airbags affect how the vehicle airbag is turned off for an not use seat covers or other should be serviced.

  • Page 89: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the trim is replaced with non-GM is modified for any other reason, call covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Customer Assistance. See Airbag-Equipped Vehicle GM covers, upholstery, or trim Customer Assistance Offices 0 388. Adding accessories that change the designed for a different vehicle.

  • Page 90: Replacing Airbag System Parts

    Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the Parts after a Crash weight and height limitations for that Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a Warning lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: A crash can damage the airbag Sit all the way back on the seat.
  • Page 91 Seats and Restraints Can proper seat belt fit be In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue. If no, who are buckled up, or can be return to the booster seat.

  • Page 92: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be appropriate child restraints.
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints 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.

  • Page 94: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular seat 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.
  • Page 95 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions Restraint in the Vehicle that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are A child can be seriously injured or important, so if they are not...

  • Page 96: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints Securing the Child Within the Warning Warning (Continued) Child Restraint A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the Warning restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back or killed if the front passenger as it will go.

  • Page 97: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints Wherever a child restraint is rear-facing and forward-facing child The LATCH anchorage system can installed, be sure to follow the seats can be properly installed be used until the combined weight instructions that came with the child using either the LATCH anchors or of the child plus the child restraint is restraint system and secure the...
  • Page 98 Seats and Restraints See Securing Child Restraints (With Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) top tether are designed for use with 0 101 or Securing Child Restraints or without the top tether being (With the Seat Belt in the Front attached.
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the : Seating positions with two child restraint say that the top tether lower anchors. 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.
  • Page 100 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution following the instructions that shoulder belt can tighten but Do not let the LATCH came with the child restraint and cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the the instructions in this manual. The shoulder belt locks when it is vehicle s seat belts.
  • Page 101 Seats and Restraints restraints. Some restraints also use tether to the top tether anchor, another vehicle anchor to secure a if equipped. Refer to the child top tether. restraint instructions and the following steps: 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower 2.1.

  • Page 102: Replacing Latch System

    Seats and Restraints If the position you are using 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system has an adjustable headrest child restraint, make sure it is and it was being used during a or head restraint and you securely held in place.
  • Page 103 Seats and Restraints 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.

  • Page 104: Securing Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (With the Seat Belt in the manufacturer's instructions Front Seat) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and This vehicle has airbags.
  • Page 105 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to Warning Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in came with the child restraint and the restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger following instructions:...
  • Page 106 Seats and Restraints 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's seat belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Push the latch plate into the 5.
  • Page 107 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of...

  • Page 108: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Center Console Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..107 Glove Box ....107 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .

  • Page 109: Additional Storage Features

    Storage Additional Storage To remove the cover from the Cargo Tie-Downs vehicle, pull both ends toward each Features other. Push both ends until locked. 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.

  • Page 110: Roof Rack System

    Storage Roof Rack System of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, Caution sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers; Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning otherwise it may result in loss of that weighs more than 100 kg control.

  • Page 111: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..127 Cruise Control Light ..137 Passenger Airbag Status Information Displays Controls Indicator ....127 Driver Information Charging System Light .

  • Page 112: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Controls : Press to go to the previous or next menu option. Steering Wheel : Press to go to the next or previous selection. Adjustment : Press to select a highlighted menu option. If equipped, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.

  • Page 113: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls 2. Volume: Press to increase or Windshield Wiper/Washer INT : Move the lever up to INT for decrease the volume. intermittent wipes, then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or Heated Steering Wheel down for less frequent wipes. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.

  • Page 114: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls If the windshield wiper lever is then INT : Intermittent wipes. Warning moved to OFF before the driver ON : Slow wipes. door is opened or within 10 minutes, In freezing weather, do not use : Push the windshield wiper the wipers will restart and move to the washer until the windshield is lever forward to spray washer fluid...

  • Page 115: Compass

    Instruments and Controls The wiper operations return to Compass Clock normal when the transmission is no The vehicle may have a compass Base Radio longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle display on the Driver Information speed has increased. The infotainment system controls Center (DIC).
  • Page 116 Instruments and Controls 2. Touch Time and Date, then Uplevel Radio Using Faceplate 2. Select Clock Display. Auto Set. Controls 3. Turn the MENU knob to Off 3. Select from the available or On. To set the time or date: selections.

  • Page 117: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls The clock settings can also be 3. Touch to go back to the Caution (Continued) accessed by touching the time previous menu. display, then touching Set. use and do not plug in equipment Auto Set requires an OnStar that exceeds the maximum subscription.
  • Page 118 Instruments and Controls circuit, unplug the item and plug it Caution back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and Hanging heavy equipment from then back on. See Retained the power outlet can cause Accessory Power (RAP) 0 219. The damage not covered by the power restarts when equipment vehicle warranty.

  • Page 119: Wireless Charging

    0 °C (32 °F) to To check for phone or other device 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. compatibility: In the U.S., see Warning my.chevrolet.com/learn. Remove all objects from the In Canada, see charging pad before charging To charge a mobile device: gmtotalconnect.ca.

  • Page 120: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, does not appear on the infotainment display: Gauges, and 1. Remove the phone from the Indicators pad and wait three seconds. Warning lights and gauges can 2. Turn the cell phone signal that something is wrong 180 degrees before placing/ before it becomes serious enough aligning the phone on the pad...

  • Page 121: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 122 Instruments and Controls Uplevel English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 123 Instruments and Controls Diesel Uplevel English Shown, Base Level and Metric Similar...
  • Page 124 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel) Info App. This is where the If there is an active call, mute the selected Driver Information phone or switch to handset There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be operation. in the center of the instrument viewed.

  • Page 125: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls Speedometer status. When pointing to AUTO Info Pages : Press while Info STOP, the engine is off but the Pages is displayed to enter the Info The speedometer shows the vehicle is on and can move. The Pages menu and select the items to vehicle's speed in either kilometers engine could auto start at any time.

  • Page 126: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.

  • Page 127: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Seat Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster. English Uplevel This gauge shows the engine When the vehicle is started, this coolant temperature.

  • Page 128: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls Passenger Seat Belt Reminder grocery bag, laptop, or other Warning electronic device. To turn off the Light reminder light and/or chime, remove If the airbag readiness light stays There is a passenger seat belt the object from the seat or buckle reminder light near the passenger on after the vehicle is started or the seat belt.

  • Page 129: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Warning (Continued) lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front Light 0 127 for more information, outboard passenger frontal airbag is including important safety allowed to inflate.

  • Page 130: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Instruments and Controls When this light comes on, the Driver Caution Information Center (DIC) also displays a message. Modifications to the engine, If a short distance must be driven transmission, exhaust, intake, with the light on, be sure to turn off or fuel system, or the use of all accessories, such as the radio replacement tires that do not...
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls If towing a trailer, reduce the the atmosphere. A few driving amount of cargo being hauled as trips with the adapter removed soon as possible. may turn off the light. If the light continues to flash, find a Poor fuel quality can cause safe place to park.

  • Page 132: Electric Parking Brake Light

    Instruments and Controls before the system is ready for Electric Parking Brake inspection. This can happen if Light the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down, or if the vehicle has been recently serviced. Metric English See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready This light should come on briefly for the test.

  • Page 133: Service Electric Parking Brake

    Instruments and Controls Service Electric Parking Antilock Brake System light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a Brake Light (ABS) Warning Light problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light 0 131. Tow/Haul Mode Light This light should come on briefly For vehicles with the Antilock Brake...

  • Page 134: Lane Keep Assist (Lka)

    Instruments and Controls Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Ahead Indicator The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) Light has been turned off through the Driver Information Center (DIC). This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off.

  • Page 135: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Instruments and Controls This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the The fast warm-up glow plug system StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak makes the wait-to-start light stay on If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled.

  • Page 136: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls value shown on the Tire and Low Fuel Warning Light Caution (Continued) Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure 0 322. have the vehicle serviced. Always When the Light Flashes First and follow the maintenance schedule Then Is On Steady for changing engine oil.

  • Page 137: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Def)

    Instruments and Controls For the uplevel cluster, this light is Security Light High-Beam On Light near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel.

  • Page 138: Front Fog Lamp Light

    Instruments and Controls Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info app. See Instrument Cluster 0 120. The displays show the status The fog lamp light comes on when For vehicles with cruise control, the of many vehicle systems.
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls (mpg). This number is based on the : Press to open a menu or select Timer : To start the timer, press number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded a menu item. Press and hold to while Timer is displayed. The since the last time this menu item reset values on certain screens.
  • Page 140 Instruments and Controls Speed Warning : This display is Tire Pressure : Displays a vehicle change. To reset the engine oil life used to set the vehicle speed at system, see Engine Oil Life System with the approximate pressures of which the speed warning chime all four tires.
  • Page 141 Instruments and Controls above the bar graph is a running Uplevel Level DIC DIC Info Pages average of fuel economy for the The following is the list of all DIC Info Page Options most recently traveled selected possible DIC info page displays. distance.
  • Page 142 Instruments and Controls recommended in the Maintenance average is based on the various Press and hold while this display Schedule. See Maintenance vehicle speeds recorded since the is active to reset the trip odometer Schedule 0 368. last reset. Reset the average speed and the average fuel economy.
  • Page 143 Instruments and Controls The display provides information on Timer : This display can be used as Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level how current driving behavior affects (Diesel Engine Only) : Displays the a timer. To start the timer, press the running average and how well current DEF level.

  • Page 144: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Brakes at a reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum Ride Control Systems Messages displayed on the DIC acceleration and speed may be Driver Assistance Systems indicate the status of the vehicle or reduced.

  • Page 145: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Menus Time and Date The following list of menu items may Personalization Manually set the time and date. See be available: Clock 0 114. Use the audio system controls to Time and Date Rear Seat Reminder access the personalization menus Rear Seat Reminder for customizing vehicle features.
  • Page 146 Instruments and Controls 2. Select Enter to go to the Number of Favorites Shown Vehicle confirmation screen. Touch to set the number of favorites Select and the following may 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. to display. display: Touch LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or Select the desired number or select Climate and Air Quality unlock the system.
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls Auto Defog Alert Type Rear Cross Traffic Alert When set to On, the front defog will This feature will set crash alerts to This allows the feature to be turned automatically react to temperature beeps or seat vibrations. This on or off.
  • Page 148 Instruments and Controls Auto Memory Recall Select Off, On - Driver and on the Remote Keyless Entry Passenger, On - Driver, or On - (RKE) transmitter is pressed to This feature automatically recalls Passenger. locate the vehicle. the current driver s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Select Off or On.
  • Page 149 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will If equipped and turned on, this doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle feature will turn the heated seats on the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
  • Page 150 Instruments and Controls Select Off, On with Horn Device Management Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Chirp, or On. Select to connect to a different Apple CarPlay phone source, disconnect a phone, Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature allows Apple devices to or delete a phone.
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls USB Auto Launch Audio Feedback Speed Turn Display Off This feature adjusts the audio Select to turn the display off. Touch This allows Android and Apple feedback speed. anywhere on the infotainment CarPlay devices to automatically display area or press any controls connect when plugged into the Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.

  • Page 152: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls Restore Radio Settings Wi-Fi Universal Remote Select and the following may System Restore Vehicle Settings display: This allows selection of restoring See Radio Frequency Statement vehicle settings. Wi-Fi 0 396. Manage Wi-Fi Networks Select Restore or Cancel. Universal Remote System Clear All Private Data Wi-Fi...

  • Page 153: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls reverse feature. This includes any Programming the Universal the indicator light changes from garage door opener model a slow to a rapid flash. Then Remote System manufactured before April 1, 1982. release both buttons. For questions or help programming Read these instructions completely Some garage door openers the Universal Remote system, call...
  • Page 154 Instruments and Controls for five seconds. If the light 5. Press and release the Learn or Radio Signals for Canada and stays on or the garage door Smart button. Step 6 must be Some Gate Operators moves, programming is completed within 30 seconds of For questions or programming help complete.

  • Page 155: Programming

    Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Read these instructions completely Programming involves before programming the Universal time-sensitive actions, and may time Programming Remote system. It may help to have out causing the procedure to be another person assist with the repeated.
  • Page 156 Instruments and Controls under Radio Signals for Some If the indicator light blinks 6. Inside the vehicle, press and Gate Operators later in this rapidly for two seconds, hold the newly programmed section. then changes to a solid light Universal Remote system and the garage door does button for two seconds and 3.

  • Page 157: Operation

    Instruments and Controls Radio Signals for Some Gate Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Operators Universal Remote System Operation Button For questions or programming help Using the Universal Remote call 01-800-466-0811 or see To reprogram any of the system System www.homelink.com.

  • Page 158: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting : Turns on the headlamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..157 together with the parking lamps and Headlamp High/Low-Beam instrument panel lights.
  • Page 159 Lighting Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield on to indicate the IntelliBeam IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best system is reactivated. system performance. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 159 and The high-beam headlamps remain Flash-to-Pass 0 159.

  • Page 160: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Lighting The vehicle is loaded such that Flash-to-Pass When the DRL are on, the taillamps, the front end points upward, sidemarker lamps, instrument panel The flash-to-pass feature works with causing the light sensor to aim lights, and other lamps will not be the low beams or Daytime Running high and not detect headlamps on.

  • Page 161: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Lights On with Wipers : Press to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and If the windshield wipers are off. This warns others that you are activated in daylight with the engine having trouble. on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking Press again to turn the...

  • Page 162: Fog Lamps

    Lighting moved momentarily to the lane Fog Lamps Interior Lighting change position, the arrow will flash three times. Instrument Panel The lever returns to its starting Illumination Control position when it is released. If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out.

  • Page 163: Courtesy Lamps

    Lighting Courtesy Lamps Press the lamp lenses to turn the override is activated. Press front reading lamps on or off. OFF again to deactivate this feature The courtesy lamps come on when and the indicator light will turn off. any door is opened and the The dome lamps will come on when OFF indicator light is turned off.

  • Page 164: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features The exterior lamps turn off The battery can be discharged at immediately by turning the exterior idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. lamp control off. Entry Lighting This is because the generator This feature can be changed.

  • Page 165: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting this action may be noticeable to the Exterior Lighting Battery driver. If so, a DIC message might Saver be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical The exterior lamps turn off about loads as much as possible. 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or Battery Power Protection...

  • Page 166: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Phone Introduction Bluetooth (Overview) ..179 System Bluetooth (Infotainment Infotainment Controls) ....180 Apple CarPlay and Base radio information is included in Android Auto .

  • Page 167: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System functions may gray out when they Theft-Deterrent Feature are unavailable. Many infotainment The infotainment system has an features are also available through electronic security system installed the instrument cluster and steering to prevent theft. wheel controls. The infotainment system only works Before driving: in the vehicle in which it was first Become familiar with the...

  • Page 168: Overview

    Infotainment System Overview Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page 0 168. Radio: Press and release to fast seek the strongest previous station or channel. USB/Music/Pictures: Press to go to the previous content. Press and hold to fast rewind.

  • Page 169: Home Page

    Infotainment System USB/Music/Pictures: Press Home Page Features Climate : If equipped, touch to to go to the next content. access the Climate menu. Press and hold to fast See Climate Control Systems 0 189 forward. or Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 191.

  • Page 170: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Volume Control Tone Settings Radio : Turn to increase or decrease. The tone settings can be set for Press when the system is on to each radio band and each audio AM-FM Radio mute and unmute the system. player source.

  • Page 171: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System Direct Tune Menu Satellite Radio From the AM or FM menu: Touch to choose between available If equipped, vehicles with a menus for the current source. ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio tuner and 1. Touch Tune. a valid SiriusXM Satellite Radio Storing a Station as a Favorite 2.
  • Page 172 Infotainment System Listening to SiriusXM Radio Listening to Preset Channels Tone Settings 1. Touch Tone Settings. See 1. Touch repeatedly to 1. Press Tone Settings under select the desired 2. Touch AUDIO. Operation 0 168. favorites page. 3. Touch Source. 2.

  • Page 173: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System Radio Reception interfere with radio reception. When Multi-Band Antenna this happens, try reducing the treble Frequency interference and static The multi-band antenna is on the on the radio. can occur during normal radio roof of the vehicle. The antenna is SiriusXM Satellite Radio reception if items such as cell phone used for AM-FM radio, OnStar, the...

  • Page 174: Audio Players

    If equipped, there are USB ports on To view supported devices in the Positions 0 213. When the vehicle is the center stack and inside the U.S., see www.my.chevrolet.com turned off, the iPod/iPhone center console for data and \learned. automatically powers off and will not...
  • Page 175 Infotainment System For more information on USB Using USB Storage Devices and Some USB storage device files usage, see Audio System an iPod/iPhone may not be compatible. Information following. Use a USB or flash memory type Up to two USB devices and one storage device.
  • Page 176 Infotainment System Do not use the USB terminal to Only connect the iPod/iPhone charge USB accessory with connection cables equipment. The heat generated supported by iPod/iPhone may cause performance issues products. Other connection or damage. cables cannot be used. Music files to which Digital Right The iPod/iPhone may be Management (DRM) is applied damaged if it is connected to the...
  • Page 177 Infotainment System Changing to Next/Previous Files Using the USB Music Menu Touch to change to the next file. Touch within five seconds of the playback time to play the previous file. Returning to the Beginning of the Current File If the USB device is already connected: Touch after five seconds of the...
  • Page 178 Infotainment System Auto Volume Play will start from the previously Changing to Next/Previous Song played point after the system Touch Auto Volume. The Auto Touch to change to the has finished reading the USB Volume menu is displayed. See next song. device.
  • Page 179 Infotainment System Browse Music Viewing Pictures Rotating a Picture 1. Touch Browse Music. 1. Connect the USB device to the Touch from the picture screen. USB port. 2. Touch the desired music. Enlarging a Picture 2. Touch the screen to open to full Tone Settings screen.

  • Page 180: Bluetooth (Overview)

    Infotainment System Auxiliary Devices Play will begin when the system has Phone finished reading the information on Using the Auxiliary Input Jack the device. Bluetooth (Overview) Settings menus and functions may Playing Music If equipped with Bluetooth capability, vary depending on vehicle options. To play music from the device, if the the system can interact with many The auxiliary input jack can be used...

  • Page 181: Controls)

    Infotainment System Review the controls and support all functions and not all Bluetooth Controls operation of the infotainment phones work with the Bluetooth If equipped with Bluetooth capability, system. system. In the U.S. and Canada, use the controls on the infotainment see www.gm.com/bluetooth for more Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle.
  • Page 182 Infotainment System Pairing Information does not occur, proceed with the Pairing a Phone SSP and Paired phone book download on the Device A Bluetooth phone with MP3 phone. capability cannot be paired to When a paired device is on the the vehicle as a phone and an infotainment system and SSP is Pairing a Phone...
  • Page 183 Infotainment System infotainment system are indicates the hands-free are successfully paired, successfully paired, the and phone music functions are is displayed on the pair device PHONE screen is displayed on enabled. screen. If no desired device is the infotainment system. available go to Step 5.
  • Page 184 Infotainment System 4. Touch the name of the device indicates only Bluetooth will appear on the screen if to be disconnected. music is enabled. the stereo headset is successfully connected. 5. Touch Disconnect. Connecting a Paired Bluetooth The sound played by the Device Deleting a Bluetooth Device Bluetooth device is delivered...

  • Page 185: Android Auto

    Infotainment System Playing Bluetooth Music Playing Music Randomly If the Bluetooth music playback is not functioning, then check to 1. Press Touch during playback. Touch see if the Bluetooth device is in again to return to normal play. the waiting screen mode. 2.

  • Page 186: Hands-Free Phone

    Android Auto and Apple CarPlay cables may not work. The infotainment system and voice in the vehicle, see my.chevrolet.com 3. When the phone is first control are used to operate the or see Customer Assistance in the connected to activate Apple system.
  • Page 187 Infotainment System Make outgoing calls using the Turning the Microphone On Using the Contacts Menu call list. and Off 1. Touch contacts on the phone : Press to answer incoming calls. screen. Touch to turn the microphone on or off. : Press to end a call, decline a 2.

  • Page 188: Agreements

    Infotainment System When the Bluetooth device and Trademarks and Making a Call from Call History infotainment system are 1. Touch Call History on the License Agreements successfully paired, the phone book phone screen. will download. Some phones may FCC Information 2.
  • Page 189 Infotainment System iPod and iPhone are trademarks of It is prohibited to copy, decompile, 2. For products to be distributed, Apple Computer, Inc., registered in disassemble, reverse engineer, marketed, and/or sold in the U.S. and other countries. hack, manipulate, or otherwise Canada, a separate agreement make available any technology or is required with Canadian...

  • Page 190: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Climate Control Systems this system. Climate Control Systems ..189 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ... . . 191 Air Vents Air Vents .
  • Page 191 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Controls : A/C : Press to turn the air temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) conditioning system on or off. If the and below. The auto rear defogger Press , and or a climate control system is turned off turns off automatically.

  • Page 192: Dual Automatic Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Air Conditioning Recirculation The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is displayed.
  • Page 193 Climate Controls passenger. Turn the knob clockwise airflow is controlled manually. Press Pressing this button cancels or counterclockwise to increase or AUTO to return to automatic automatic air conditioning and turns decrease the temperature. operation. off the air conditioner. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and SYNC : Press to link all climate To change the current mode, select...
  • Page 194 Climate Controls To turn Auto Defog off or on, see or cool the inside of the vehicle. The Caution Climate and Air Quality under rear defog may come on during Vehicle Personalization 0 144. remote start based on cold ambient Do not try to clear frost or other conditions.

  • Page 195: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Air Vents Keep the path under the front Maintenance seats clear of objects to help Use the louvers located on the air circulate the air inside of the Passenger Compartment vents to change the direction of the vehicle more effectively. Air Filter airflow.
  • Page 196 Climate Controls 3. Squeeze both sides of the Service glove box bin inward to lower All vehicles have a label underhood beyond the stops. that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians.

  • Page 197: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . . 219 Ride Control Systems Shifting out of Park ... 220 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Parking over Things...

  • Page 198: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating What Fuel to Use in the U.S. Driving Information Driving Environment (Diesel) ..... 256 Be prepared for driving in inclement What Fuel to Use in Canada Driver Behavior weather, at night, or during other...

  • Page 199: Distracted Driving

    Driving and Operating Safe driver behavior and Watch the road. Do not read, Warning understanding of the environment take notes, or look up can help avoid a rollover crash in information on phones or other Taking your eyes off the road too any type of vehicle, including utility electronic devices.

  • Page 200: Drunk Driving

    Driving and Operating Focus on the task of driving. Braking Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the Braking action involves perception Drunk Driving brake pedal will be harder to push. time and reaction time. Deciding to Death and injury associated with push the brake pedal is perception Steering...

  • Page 201: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Take curves at a reasonable speed. Loss of Control Reduce speed before entering a Skidding curve. There are three types of skids that Maintain a reasonable steady correspond to the vehicle's three speed through the curve...

  • Page 202: Off-Road Driving

    Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. Off-Road Driving Before Driving Off-Road Be ready for a second skid if it Have all necessary maintenance All-wheel-drive vehicles can be occurs. and service work completed. used for off-road driving. Vehicles Slow down and adjust your without all-wheel drive and vehicles Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, driving according to weather...
  • Page 203 Driving and Operating Environmental Concerns Before driving on a hill, assess the Warning (Continued) steepness, traction, and Always use established trails, obstructions. If the terrain ahead roads, and areas that have been passengers can be struck cannot be seen, get out of the set aside for public off-road by flying objects.
  • Page 204 Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) N (Neutral) using only the brake. seriously injured or killed. As you descending a hill and use a low The vehicle can roll near the top of a hill, slow down gear to keep vehicle speed under backward quickly and you and stay alert.
  • Page 205 Driving and Operating downhill wheels which could Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning cause a downhill slide or a snow and ice and it is easy to lose rollover. control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the driving on hard packed snow Surface conditions can be a downhill side when stopped...

  • Page 206: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating After Off-Road Driving Warning (Continued) Warning Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody or Traction could be lost, and the Wet brakes can cause crashes. chassis, or under the hood. These vehicle could roll over. Do not They might not work as well in a accumulations can be a fire hazard.

  • Page 207: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads Warning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Driving on steep hills or through can build up under the vehicle's Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving tires so they actually ride on the or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.

  • Page 208: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Winter Driving clear roads in shaded areas. Warning The surface of a curve or an Driving on Snow or Ice overpass can remain icy when Snow can trap engine exhaust the surrounding roads are clear. Snow or ice between the tires and under the vehicle.

  • Page 209: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get Warning (Continued) it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the the fan speed to the highest Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when setting.

  • Page 210: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits number of occupant seating Warning (Continued) positions (1), and the maximum It is very important to know how vehicle capacity weight (2) in crash. Overloading can also much weight the vehicle can kilograms and pounds. reduce stopping distance, carry.
  • Page 211 Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct load capacity is 650 lbs. Load Limit (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The combined weight of Determine the combined occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
  • Page 212 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).

  • Page 213: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Starting and Warning The GVWR includes the weight Operating of the vehicle, all occupants, Things inside the vehicle can fuel, and cargo. strike and injure people in a New Vehicle Break-In sudden stop or turn, or in a The Certification/Tire label may crash.

  • Page 214: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) When the vehicle is shifted into Caution (Continued) transmitter must be in the vehicle for P (Park), the ignition system will the system to operate. If the switch to OFF. breaking-in guideline every pushbutton start is not working, the The vehicle may have an electric time you get new brake...
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over Service Mode This can be done while the and must be shut off while driving, This power mode is available for vehicle is moving. After shifting press and hold ENGINE START/ service and diagnostics, and to to N (Neutral), firmly apply the...

  • Page 216: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating Starting the Engine Gasoline Engine Starting Caution Procedure Move the shift lever to P (Park) or 1. With the Keyless Access Cranking the engine for long N (Neutral). To restart the engine system, the Remote Keyless periods of time, by returning the when the vehicle is already moving, Entry (RKE) transmitter must ignition to the START position...
  • Page 217 Driving and Operating from the engine. Do not race most diesel engines, due to the Cold Weather Starting (Diesel the engine immediately after rapid heating of the glow plug Engine) starting it. Operate the engine system. Use the recommended engine oil and transmission gently until when the outside temperature drops the oil warms up and lubricates...
  • Page 218 Driving and Operating If the light comes on and then goes The vehicle has a fuel saving stop/ Warning (Continued) off, and it is known that the batteries start system to shut off the engine are charged, but the engine still will and help conserve fuel.

  • Page 219: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating The interior comfort level has not before starting the vehicle. An Warning reached the required level for internal thermostat in the plug end the climate control system or of the cord will prevent engine Improper use of the heater cord defog settings.

  • Page 220: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating away from moving engine Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued) parts. If you do not it could be damaged. Warning it overheat and cause a fire, The length of time the heater should property damage, electric remain plugged in depends on It can be dangerous to get out of shock, and injury.

  • Page 221: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 3. Turn the ignition off. If you have to leave the vehicle with Shifting out of Park the engine running, the vehicle must Leaving the Vehicle With the To shift out of P (Park): be in P (Park) and the parking Engine Running brake set.

  • Page 222: Parking Over Things

    Driving and Operating Parking over Things If the vehicle is left parked while Engine Exhaust running and the Remote Keyless That Burn Entry (RKE) transmitter is outside Warning the vehicle, the vehicle will turn off Warning after one hour. If the vehicle is left Engine exhaust contains carbon parked while running and the RKE monoxide (CO), which cannot be...

  • Page 223: Parked

    Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Diesel Particulate Warning (Continued) While Parked Filter There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) in the vehicle body from engine running. system filters soot particles out of damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine the exhaust gases.

  • Page 224: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    Driving and Operating Cleaning Process Diesel Exhaust Fluid Warning To activate the cleaning process, continue driving safely, and keep During DPF self cleaning or Warning vehicle speed above 50 km/h (30 during extended idling while mph) until the warning message in Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is parked, the exhaust system and the DIC goes off.
  • Page 225 DEF can be purchased at a EMPTY REFILL NOW message do not overfill the DEF tank. When Chevrolet dealer. It can also be appears, it may take several km/mi fluid reaches the top of the fill pipe, purchased at authorized vehicle for the DIC message to update.
  • Page 226 Driving and Operating (EPA) and the California Air displayed mileage will decrease as also come on. Vehicle speed will be Resource Board (CARB). The DEF driving continues. A warning light reduced to a maximum speed limit messages relate to these strategies. also comes on.
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating Add at least 7.6 L (2 gal) of fluid to When the mileage countdown is also come on. Vehicle speed will be release the vehicle from speed zero, a DIC message EXHAUST reduced to a maximum speed limit limitation from a very low or empty of 89 km/h (55 mph).
  • Page 228 Driving and Operating (4 MPH) displays. A flashing After the transition to 105 km/h mileage will decrease as driving warning light and a chime also (65 mph) is complete, a DIC continues. A flashing warning light come on. message SERVICE EXHAUST and a chime also come on.

  • Page 229: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating as driving continues. In some cases When the mileage countdown is Automatic this message will clear itself, zero, the DIC message SERVICE Transmission indicating that the emission system EMISSION SYSTEM - SEE was able to correct the condition. OWNERS MANUAL NOW - If the DIC message persists, see TRANSITIONING TO 89 KM/H...
  • Page 230 Driving and Operating R : Use this gear to back up. Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution Do not leave the vehicle when the firmly on the brake pedal, the engine is running. If you have left vehicle could move very rapidly. Shifting to R (Reverse) while the the engine running, the vehicle You could lose control and hit...

  • Page 231: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating Manual Mode Caution Caution Electronic Range Select If the vehicle does not shift gears, A transmission hot message may (ERS) Mode the transmission could be display if the automatic ERS or manual mode allows for the damaged. Have the vehicle transmission fluid is too hot.

  • Page 232: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating To use this feature: 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are This feature can assist when towing shifted automatically. To shift to or hauling a heavy load. 1. Move the shift lever to L (Low). 5 (Fifth) gear, press the + (Plus) : Select Tow/Haul Mode by button or shift into D (Drive).

  • Page 233: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating While in the Electronic Range Drive Systems A system off message displays Select (ERS) mode, grade braking when there is a temporary condition is deactivated, allowing the driver to making the AWD system All-Wheel Drive select a range and limiting the unavailable.

  • Page 234: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS becomes necessary to slam on the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes and continue braking to Antilock Brake the brake pedal down firmly and let avoid a sudden obstacle, a ABS work.

  • Page 235: Electric Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating Electric Parking Brake In case of insufficient electrical If the light is on, pull the EPB power, the EPB cannot be applied switch. Continue to hold the switch or released. until the or PARK light remains Before leaving the vehicle, check for on.

  • Page 236: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating EPB Release Automatic EPB Release control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the To release the EPB: Avoid rapid acceleration when the vehicle until the ABS activates. EPB is applied, to preserve parking 1. Turn the ignition on, or to ACC/ Minor brake pedal pulsation or brake lining life.

  • Page 237: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and Operating HSA holds the braking pressure for Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the a maximum of two seconds to driver in keeping the vehicle on the ensure that there is no rolling. The intended path. Traction Control/ brakes will automatically release In some cases, if cruise control is...
  • Page 238 Driving and Operating 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle. If comes on and stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. The indicator light for both systems If the condition persists, see your is in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 239 Driving and Operating To turn TCS off, select Traction, on the DIC will change from Off to then press . The TCS icon on the On and go out in the DIC will change from On to Off instrument cluster. illuminates in the instrument Adding accessories can affect the cluster.

  • Page 240: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating To turn StabiliTrak off, select Cruise Control disengage. See Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control 0 236. StabiliTrak, then press . If TCS The cruise control lets the vehicle If a collision alert occurs when was on when StabiliTrak was turned maintain a speed of about 40 km/h cruise control is activated, cruise off, both will turn off and...
  • Page 241 Driving and Operating 3. Press and release -SET. The Increasing Speed While Using : Press to turn the cruise control desired set speed briefly Cruise Control system on and off. A white indicator appears in the instrument comes on in the instrument cluster If the cruise control system is cluster.

  • Page 242: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating To slow down in small accelerator pedal to maintain the Driver Assistance increments, briefly press -SET. vehicle speed. When going Systems For each press, the vehicle goes downhill, you might have to brake or about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. shift to a lower gear to keep your This vehicle may have features that speed down.

  • Page 243: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing

    Driving and Operating see Collision/Detection Systems Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) under Vehicle Personalization 0 144. Under many conditions, these Work if the detection sensor Assistance Systems for systems will not: is covered up, such as with a sticker, magnet, or metal Parking or Backing Detect children, plate.
  • Page 244 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or Warning closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that The Surround Vision cameras are close to either corner of the have blind spots and will not bumper or under the bumper do not display all objects near the display.
  • Page 245 Driving and Operating after shifting from R (Reverse) to D 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle within (Drive) and when the vehicle is a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the moving forward slower than 8 km/h ground and below bumper level. (5 mph), or when the Parking Assist These detection distances may be system detects an object within...

  • Page 246: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    Driving and Operating 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side Assistance Systems for of the vehicle. When an object is Driving detected, three beeps sound from the left or right, depending on the If equipped, when driving the direction of the detected vehicle.
  • Page 247 Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning Warning (Continued) FCA is a warning system and or ice, or if the windshield is does not apply the brakes. When damaged. It may also not detect a approaching a slower-moving or vehicle on winding or hilly roads, stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or in conditions that can limit...

  • Page 248: Braking (Fab)

    Driving and Operating brake system may prepare for driver both the Collision Alert and the vehicles, or shadows. These alerts braking to occur more rapidly which Tailgating Alert features. The timing are normal operation and the can cause a brief, mild deceleration. of both alerts will vary based on vehicle does not need service.
  • Page 249 Driving and Operating hard. This forward automatic Warning (Continued) Warning braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected. This is shown by the FCA Detect all vehicles, FAB may automatically brake the vehicle ahead indicator being lit. especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) trailer, tractors, muddy...

  • Page 250: Side Blind Zone

    Driving and Operating There is a problem with the Lane Change Alert (LCA) Warning StabiliTrak system. If equipped, the LCA system is a The FAB system does not need IBA may increase vehicle braking lane-changing aid that assists service. in situations when it may not be drivers with avoiding lane change necessary.
  • Page 251 Driving and Operating LCA Detection Zones How the System Works If the turn signal is activated in the same direction as a detected The LCA symbol lights up in the vehicle, this display will flash as an side mirrors when the system extra warning not to change lanes.

  • Page 252: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating the vehicle do not move further back both sides of the vehicle toward the of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) when a trailer is towed. Use caution rear corners of the vehicle, see your system, read the entire LKA section while changing lanes when towing a dealer.
  • Page 253 Driving and Operating How the System Works Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) The LKA camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview lane or give a Lane Departure alert when approaching the lane mirror. Warning (LDW) alert, even if a on the side where it has detected lane marking is detected.

  • Page 254: Fuel (Gasoline)

    Driving and Operating Take Steering If the LKA system is not functioning Fuel properly when lane markings are The LKA system does not clearly visible, cleaning the continuously steer the vehicle. Fuel (Gasoline) windshield may help. If LKA does not detect active driver GM recommends the use of TOP steering, an alert, chime, or DIC A system unavailable message may...

  • Page 255: California Fuel Requirements

    Driving and Operating For the LYX 1.5L L4 turbo engine, Prohibited Fuels Caution (Continued) use regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 Caution Fuel with a posted octane with a posted octane rating of 87 or rating of less than the higher.

  • Page 256: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Driving and Operating authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it Fuel for Diesel Engines Caution (Continued) is determined that the condition is The selection of a high quality fuel caused by the type of fuel used, Diesel fuel mixed with is important for maintaining optimum repairs may not be covered by the engine oil or automatic performance.

  • Page 257: What Fuel To Use In The U.s

    Driving and Operating Some conditions, such as dirty fuel, also known as Ultra Low Sulfur Biodiesel Blends may decrease fuel filter life and a Diesel. Contact a fuel supplier or Retail pumps dispensing blends CHANGE FUEL FILTER message fueling station with any questions. containing up to 5% biodiesel (B5) may come on in the Driver are not required to be labeled with...

  • Page 258: What Fuel To Use In Canada And Mexico (Diesel)

    Driving and Operating pump label. To reduce the risk of Caution (Continued) poor quality fuel, purchase biodiesel blends from a fuel supplier or fueling warranty. Do not use marine, station that sells BQ-9000 certified locomotive, or boiler distillate fuel biodiesel. See www.bq-9000.org for since it may contain higher sulfur a list of certified marketers.

  • Page 259: Biodiesel

    Driving and Operating Biodiesel Blends in Canada Caution (Continued) Caution Biodiesel blends that meet the CAN/ CGSB-3.522 specifications up to locomotive, or boiler distillate fuel Do not use blends containing 20% (B20) can be used. Avoid the since it may contain higher sulfur more than 20% biodiesel.

  • Page 260: Cold Weather Operation

    Driving and Operating At temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F), service. The fuel filter, however, will Water in Fuel (Diesel) it is recommended to switch to Ultra not prevent all damage caused by Improper fuel tank inspection or Low Sulfur Diesel fuel with no poor quality biodiesel.
  • Page 261 Driving and Operating Water in Fuel Troubleshooting Recommended Caution (Continued) If the WATER IN FUEL - CONTACT Problem Action SERVICE message comes on: growth, which can damage the Message Drain the fuel fuel system and fuel operated Recommended displays and filter heater (FOH) (if equipped).
  • Page 262 Driving and Operating Recommended Caution Problem Action Driving with this message on can Immediately A large amount damage the fuel injection system after refueling, of water is in the and the engine. If the message message fuel tank. Drain comes on right after a refuel, displays and the fuel filter water was pumped into the fuel...

  • Page 263: Running Out Of Fuel

    Driving and Operating 5. Retighten the drain plug by To prime the fuel lines: Running Out of Fuel turning it clockwise. (Diesel) 1. With the engine off, press and 6. Properly dispose of the water hold ENGINE START/STOP contaminated fuel. without applying the brake for Warning five seconds to place the...

  • Page 264: Fuel Filter Replacement

    Driving and Operating Fuel Filter Replacement 8. Start the engine and let it idle for five minutes. Check the fuel (Diesel) filter and air bleed valve for leaks. Warning 9. Reset the fuel filter monitor. See Driver Information Center Diesel fuel is flammable. It could (DIC) 0 137.
  • Page 265 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Do not leave the fuel pump Overfilling the fuel tank by more unattended. than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cause: Do not use a cell phone while refueling. Vehicle performance issues, including engine stalling and Do not reenter the vehicle damage to the fuel system.

  • Page 266: Filling The Tank (Diesel)

    Driving and Operating Filling the Tank with a Portable 3. Remove and clean the funnel Warning (Continued) Gas Can adapter and return it to the storage location. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and Keep children away from must be filled from a portable the fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank (Diesel) gas can:...
  • Page 267 Driving and Operating The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Warning Warning door on the driver side of the vehicle. To open the fuel door, push If a fire starts while you are Heat coming from the engine can and release the rearward center refueling, do not remove the cause the fuel to expand and...

  • Page 268: Container

    Driving and Operating Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Container Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for Warning expansion. Filling a portable fuel container Do not smoke, light while it is in the vehicle can cause matches, or use lighters fuel vapors that can ignite either while pumping fuel.

  • Page 269: General Towing

    Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Do not tow a trailer during the Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or General Towing Do not drive with the other parts. liftgate, trunk/hatch, Information Then, during the first 800 km or rear-most window open.
  • Page 270 Driving and Operating electric brakes, start the Passing When turning with a trailer, make combination moving and then apply wider turns than normal so the More passing distance is needed the trailer brake controller by hand trailer will not strike soft shoulders, when towing a trailer.
  • Page 271 Driving and Operating brakes might have to be used so Parking on Hills 5. Release the brake pedal. much that they would get hot and no Leaving After Parking on a Hill longer work well. Warning 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal The vehicle can tow in D (Drive).

  • Page 272: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating Engine Cooling When Trailer Weight of the Trailer Towing How heavy can a trailer safely be? The cooling system may temporarily Speed, altitude, road grades, overheat during severe operating outside temperature, special conditions. See Engine Overheating equipment, and the amount of 0 295.
  • Page 273 Driving and Operating Maximum Trailer GCWR* Weight with Trailer Vehicle Brakes 1.5L Gas FWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 380 kg (5,247 lb) 1.5L Gas AWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 480 kg (5,467 lb) 1.6L Diesel, 2.0L Gas 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 580 kg (5,687 lb) 2.0L Gas with V92 1590 kg (3,505 lb)

  • Page 274: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating Weight Rating). The effect of Towing Equipment Leave enough slack so the rig can additional weight may reduce the turn. Never allow safety chains to Hitches trailering capacity more than the drag on the ground. total of the additional weight. Use the correct hitch equipment.

  • Page 275: Conversions And Add-Ons Add-On Electrical

    Driving and Operating Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the When TSC is applying the brakes, vehicle warranty. Always check the TCS/StabiliTrak indicator light Warning with your dealer before adding...

  • Page 276: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Shift Wheels and Tires Lock Control Function Tires ......315 Check .

  • Page 277: General Information

    Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant and General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Compressor Kit ... . . 343 other reproductive harm. Engine For service and parts needs, visit Tire Changing .

  • Page 278: Accessories And Modifications

    Vehicle Care Accessories and Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks resulting from modifications or the Modifications installation or use of non-GM Doing Your Own Adding non-dealer accessories or certified parts, including control Service Work module or software modifications, is making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect...

  • Page 279: Hood

    Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts Hood and list the mileage and the date of To open the hood: any service work performed. See Maintenance Records 0 381. Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems.
  • Page 280 Vehicle Care To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are properly installed. 2. Lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot on the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer.

  • Page 281: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1.5L Gas Engine...
  • Page 282 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 290. 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 285. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 285. 4. Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System 0 292. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 298.
  • Page 283 Vehicle Care 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine...
  • Page 284 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 290. 2. Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System 0 292. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 285. 4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 285. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 298.
  • Page 285 Vehicle Care 2.0L Gas Engine...

  • Page 286: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 290. Engine Oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Engine Compartment Overview 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See To ensure proper engine 0 280 for the location. Engine Oil 0 285. performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil.
  • Page 287 Vehicle Care checking a cold engine prior to Caution starting. Remove the dipstick and check the level. Do not add too much oil. Oil If unable to wait two hours, the levels above or below the engine must be off for at least acceptable operating range 15 minutes if the engine is shown on the dipstick are harmful...
  • Page 288 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution (Gasoline Engines) (Diesel Engines) Failure to use the recommended Selecting the right engine oil Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil engine oil or equivalent can result depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade.
  • Page 289 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine Caution Oil Flushes Use only engine oil that is Do not add anything to the oil. The approved to the dexos2 recommended oils meeting the dexos specification are all that is specification or equivalent engine needed for good performance and oil as defined in the preceding engine protection.

  • Page 290: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care trash or pouring it on the ground, change is not necessary for up to a 2. Press and hold for several into sewers, or into streams or year. The engine oil and filter must seconds while the Oil Life bodies of water.

  • Page 291: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Engine Air Cleaner/Filter replace if damaged. Do not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or Fluid The engine air cleaner/filter is in the components with water or engine compartment on the compressed air. How to Check Automatic passenger side of the vehicle.
  • Page 292 Vehicle Care 2. Loosen the screw on the air 1. Align the air cleaner/filter with Warning (Continued) duct clamp (2) and remove the the indicated point on the base air duct hose from the cover. of the air cleaner/filter housing helps to stop flames if the engine and install the air cleaner/filter.

  • Page 293: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care Cooling System 1.6L Diesel Engine 2.0L Gas Engine 1.5L Gas Engine 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) of View) 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank of View) and Pressure Cap and Pressure Cap...
  • Page 294 Vehicle Care If the coolant inside the coolant overheating, the fan should be What to Use surge tank is boiling, do not do running. If it is not, the vehicle anything else until it cools down. needs service. Turn off the engine. Warning The vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
  • Page 295 Vehicle Care Helps keep the proper engine How to Add Coolant to the temperature. Surge Tank Caution Warning Do not use anything other than a Spilling coolant on hot engine mix of dexcool coolant that meets parts can burn you. Coolant GM Standard GMW3420 and contains ethylene glycol and it will clean, drinkable water.

  • Page 296: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Engine Overheating Caution the proper mixture to the mark The vehicle has an engine coolant pointed to on the front of the Failure to follow the specific temperature gauge on the coolant surge tank.
  • Page 297 Vehicle Care If No Steam Is Coming from If the engine coolant temperature Caution gauge is no longer in the overheat the Engine Compartment zone or an overheat DIC message Do not run the engine if there is a If the engine coolant temperature no longer displays, the vehicle can leak in the engine cooling system.

  • Page 298: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle Care Washer Fluid Caution Caution (Continued) What to Use Do not use washer fluid that freezing occurs, which could When windshield washer fluid is contains any type of water damage the tank if it is needed, be sure to read the repellent coating.

  • Page 299: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Checking Brake Fluid Caution With the vehicle in P (Park) on a Always replace brake system parts level surface, the brake fluid level with new, approved replacement Continuing to drive with worn-out should be between the minimum parts.

  • Page 300: Battery - North America

    Vehicle Care The vehicle has an Absorbing Glass Warning Warning Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of a standard 12-volt If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake battery will result in reduced 12-volt can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the battery life.

  • Page 301: All-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage leak or unusual noise. If required, If the vehicle starts in any other have the transfer case serviced by position, contact your dealer for your dealer. service. Warning Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.

  • Page 302: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check

    Vehicle Care shift lever out of P (Park) with pressure from the regular brake Caution (Continued) normal effort. If the shift lever pedal. Do this until the vehicle is moves out of P (Park), contact held by the parking brake only. the windshield.

  • Page 303: Gas Strut(S)

    Vehicle Care 2. Lift up on the latch in the 2. Slide the cover toward the 3. Push the new blade assembly middle of the wiper blade wiper blade tip to unhook it securely on the wiper arm until where the wiper arm attaches. from the blade assembly.

  • Page 304: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Caution Headlamp aim has been preset and Do not apply tape or hang any should need no further adjustment. objects from gas struts. Also do If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, not push down or pull on gas the headlamp aim may be affected.

  • Page 305: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs Warning 0 306. For any bulb changing procedure The High Intensity Discharge not listed in this section, contact (HID) lighting system operates at your dealer.

  • Page 306: Taillamps

    Vehicle Care For the passenger side, For the passenger side, 3. Remove the two screws remove the air cleaner cover. reinstall the air cleaner cover. securing the taillamp assembly. 3. Remove the cover from the 4. Pull the taillamp assembly out Taillamps back of the headlamp of the vehicle body.

  • Page 307: License Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 2. Bulb Replacement Bulbs 3. Lamp Assembly Bulb Exterior Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: Number 1. Open the liftgate partway. See Base Headlamp HIR2 Liftgate 0 44. Sidemarker 2. Push the lamp assembly Stoplamp/Taillamp/ W21WLL outboard to remove.

  • Page 308: Electrical System

    Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...

  • Page 309: Engine Compartment Fuse Block

    Vehicle Care Fuses of the same amperage can To remove the fuse block cover, be temporarily borrowed from squeeze the clips on the cover and another fuse location, if a fuse goes lift it straight up. See Engine out. Replace the fuse as soon as Compartment Overview 0 280.
  • Page 310 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Canister vent Fuel system Front heated seats Afterboil pump Lambda sensor 2 Fuel injectors Fuel injectors even /Selective catalytic reduction module (diesel only) /NOx soot sensor (diesel only) The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage DC DC converter 2 with all of the fuses, relays, and Flex fuel sensor...
  • Page 311 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Antilock brake VAL Interior rearview Starter solenoid mirror LD trailer Air conditioning Canister vent control Rear window solenoid defogger Engine control Driver side module Mirror defroster ventilated seat Wiper control Steering column lock Starter solenoid Variable functions assembly...

  • Page 312: Block

    Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse To reinstall the cover, reverse the Relays Usage steps. Block *K17 Selective catalytic The vehicle may not be equipped reduction with all of the fuses and relays *K18 Fog lamps shown. *K19 Coolant pump *K20 *K21 Rear washer *K22...
  • Page 313 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trailer brake Body control module 7 Heating ventilation and air conditioning Exterior rearview blower mirror Body control Body control module 2 module 1 Cyber security Body control module 4 Body control Body control module 6 module 3 Electric steering Amplifier...

  • Page 314: Rear Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Body control module 8 Logistics Heating ventilation Front auxiliary power and air conditioning outlet Passive entry, Auxiliary power passive start outlet console Liftgate latch Rear Compartment Fuse Shift charger Block Cigar lighter Remove the trim plate to access the OnStar fuse block.
  • Page 315 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trailer auxiliary Left trailer turn power signal lamp Power seats All-wheel drive Memory seat Lumbar module Rear auxiliary Sunroof power outlet Side blind zone Rear all-wheel alert drive Trailer reverse Relays Usage lamps Right trailer Rear heated seat 1 stoplamp/Turn Parking assist...

  • Page 316: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that the same danger as have been damaged by Every new GM vehicle has overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could curbs, etc.

  • Page 317: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally may not be available for H, V, W, Y, all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires.

  • Page 318: Tire Sidewall Labeling

    Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire Caution Performance Criteria Useful information about a tire is Specification) Original High performance summer tires molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to have rubber compounds that lose examples show a typical GM's specific tire performance flexibility and may develop passenger vehicle tire and a...
  • Page 319 Vehicle Care week of the year 2010 would (7) Maximum Cold Inflation road tire has lost air and gone have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit Maximum load that flat. If the vehicle has a compact of 0310. can be carried and the spare tire, see Compact Spare maximum pressure needed to Tire 0 349 and If a Tire Goes...

  • Page 320: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care information on tire pressure and Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit inflation see Tire Pressure number that indicates the tire Tire Size 0 322. height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size The following is an example of a (6) Tire Size A combination of aspect ratio is 60, as shown in...

  • Page 321: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains Department of Transportation steel wires wrapped by steel (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Definitions cords that hold the tire onto Standards. The DOT code Air Pressure The amount of the rim. includes the Tire Identification air inside the tire pressing Number (TIN), an alphanumeric...
  • Page 322 Vehicle Care Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire Normal Occupant Weight tire inflation pressure as shown tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle on the tire placard. some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by See Tire Pressure 0 322 and vehicles.

  • Page 323: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Maximum Load on the Caution bands, sometimes called wear Tire Load on an individual tire bars, that show across the tread due to curb weight, accessory Neither tire underinflation nor of a tire when only 1.6 mm weight, occupant weight, and overinflation is good.

  • Page 324: System

    Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading How to Check Put the valve caps back on the Information label on the vehicle valve stems to keep out dirt and Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment moisture and prevent leaks. Use gauge to check tire pressure.

  • Page 325: Operation

    Vehicle Care tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale.
  • Page 326 Vehicle Care The low tire pressure warning light Caution may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then Tire sealant materials are not all turn off as the vehicle is driven. This the same. A non-approved tire could be an early indicator that the sealant could damage the TPMS air pressure is getting low and...
  • Page 327 Vehicle Care flashes for about one minute and One or more TPMS sensors are Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) then stays on for the remainder of missing or damaged. The This feature provides visual and the ignition cycle. A DIC warning malfunction light and the DIC audible alerts outside the vehicle to message also displays.
  • Page 328 Vehicle Care for eight seconds after filling stops. The identification code of the passenger side front tire, passenger To release and correct the pressure, TPMS sensor is not registered to side rear tire, and driver side rear while the corning lamp is still the system.

  • Page 329: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 4. Use the DIC controls on the 10. Proceed to the driver side rear There is cord or fabric right side of the steering wheel tire, and repeat the procedure showing through the tire's to scroll to the Tire Pressure in Step 7.
  • Page 330 Vehicle Care Anytime unusual wear is Adjust the front and rear tires to Warning (Continued) noticed, rotate the tires as soon the recommended inflation as possible, check for proper tire pressure on the Tire and towel can be used; however, use inflation pressure, and check for Loading Information label after a scraper or wire brush later to...

  • Page 331: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate Tires rubber. if the vehicle has one, even if it is Factors such as maintenance, never used.
  • Page 332 Vehicle Care vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one Warning performance, ride and handling, axle set of worn tires, place the traction control, and tire new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes, pressure monitoring brands, or types may cause Winter tires with the same speed performance.

  • Page 333: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care load range, speed rating, and control, electronic stability control, Traffic Safety Administration or All-Wheel Drive, the performance construction (radial) as the (NHTSA), which grades tires by of these systems can also be original tires. treadwear, traction, and affected. temperature performance.
  • Page 334 Vehicle Care Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving to the generation of heat and its where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and ability to dissipate heat when sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road tested under controlled and maximum section width.

  • Page 335: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Some aluminum wheels can be Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of Balance these conditions exist. The wrong wheel can also cause The tires and wheels were aligned Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake and balanced at the factory to wheel that is needed.

  • Page 336: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Warning It is unusual for a tire to blow out Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. are maintained properly. See Tires Do not use tire chains.
  • Page 337 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic of wheel blocks (1), if equipped. transmission in P (Park) or a vehicle slips off the jack.

  • Page 338: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and The tire sealant and compressor Warning (Continued) can be used to temporarily seal Compressor Kit punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in recommended pressure. Do not the tread area of the tire. It can also exceed the recommended Warning be used to inflate an...
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care The kit includes: Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured 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.
  • Page 340 Vehicle Care 3. Place the compressor on the ground near the flat tire. 5. Slide the base of the tire 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) sealant canister (3) into the slot to the tire valve stem by turning on the top of the compressor it clockwise until tight.
  • Page 341 Vehicle Care 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle The pressure gauge (8) may The tire is not sealed and will must be running while using read higher than the actual tire continue to leak air until the the air compressor. pressure while the compressor vehicle is driven and the is on.
  • Page 342 Vehicle Care 17. Turn the air only hose (10) 21. Return the equipment to its 24. Wipe off any sealant from the counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the wheel, tire, or vehicle. from the tire sealant canister vehicle.
  • Page 343 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and 3. Place the compressor on the ground near the flat tire. Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Make sure the tire valve stem Punctured) is positioned close to the ground so the hose will The kit includes: reach it.

  • Page 344: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit

    Vehicle Care 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle 13. Replace the tire valve Caution must be running while using stem cap. the air compressor. 14. Return the air only hose (10) If the recommended pressure 8. Press the on/off button (5) to and power plug (9) back to cannot be reached after turn the tire sealant and...

  • Page 345: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care Tire Changing 2. Fold the rear part of the load floor to the front, pull it Removing the Spare Tire and rearward to disengage the Tools clips, then pull upward to remove it. 3. Pull the spare tire cover forward and upward to remove it.
  • Page 346 Vehicle Care wheel cover in the cargo area Locate the notch on the sheet until you have the flat tire metal weld flange. Place the repaired or replaced. center of the jack lift head on the center of the sheet metal notch.
  • Page 347 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the 7.
  • Page 348 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts nuts. See Capacities and a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might Specifications 0 383 for original remove all rust or dirt.
  • Page 349 Vehicle Care 4. Place the flat tire, lying flat, in Caution the rear storage compartment. Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged.

  • Page 350: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area. Warning When using a compact spare tire, Driving with more than one the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and Traction Control systems may compact spare tire at a time could engage until the spare tire is result in loss of braking and...

  • Page 351: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care Jump Starting Caution Warning (Continued) Jump Starting - North Tire chains will not fit the compact See California Proposition spare. Using them can damage 65 Warning 0 276. America the vehicle and the chains. Do not For more information about the use tire chains on the compact vehicle battery, see Battery - North spare.
  • Page 352 Vehicle Care 4. Good Battery Positive Caution Caution (Continued) Terminal The jump start negative grounding Ignoring these steps could result damaged. Only use a vehicle that stud (1) for the discharged battery is in costly damage to the vehicle has a 12-volt system with a to the left of the windshield washer that would not be covered by the negative ground for jump starting.
  • Page 353 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Warning lights and accessories in both the dead battery. If it will not vehicles, except the hazard start after a few tries, it Fans or other moving engine warning flashers if needed.

  • Page 354: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle the tow eye to pull the vehicle from snow, mud, or sand. See Tire Changing 0 344. Caution Front Tow Eye Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

  • Page 355: Recreational Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 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.
  • Page 356 Vehicle Care The proper towing equipment. Caution See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice If the vehicle is towed without and equipment performing each of the steps recommendations. listed under Dinghy Towing, the If the vehicle is ready to be automatic transmission and AWD towed.
  • Page 357 Vehicle Care 4. Start the engine and let it idle Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive 3. Set the parking brake. for more than three minutes Vehicles) 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. before driving the vehicle. All-wheel-drive vehicles cannot be 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's towed with two wheels on the instructions for preparing the Caution...

  • Page 358: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all manufacturer directions regarding Locks correct product usage, necessary safety precautions, and Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product.
  • Page 359 Vehicle Care Finish Care Caution (Continued) Caution Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not This could cause damage that Machine compounding or recommended. If painted surfaces would not be covered by the aggressive polishing on a are damaged, see your dealer to vehicle warranty.
  • Page 360 Vehicle Care The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Aftermarket appearance caps or vehicle are aluminum, chrome, covers while the lamps are Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and or stainless steel. To prevent illuminated, due to excessive Stripes damage always follow these heat generated.
  • Page 361 Vehicle Care Shutter System a buildup of vehicle wash/wax Caution treatments may cause wiper streaking. Using petroleum-based tire Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle worn or damaged. Damage can be may damage the paint finish and/ caused by extreme dusty or tires.
  • Page 362 Vehicle Care Brake System on weatherstrips with a clean cloth Caution (Continued) will make them last longer, seal Visually inspect brake lines and better, and not stick or squeak. hoses for proper attachment, chlorides are used on roads for connections, binding, leaks, cracks, Underbody Maintenance conditions such as ice and dust.

  • Page 363: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care Original manufacturer replacement Use a soft bristle brush to remove Never rub any surface parts will provide the corrosion dust from knobs and crevices on the aggressively or with too much protection while maintaining the instrument cluster. Using a mild pressure.
  • Page 364 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Caution soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use to a clean area frequently to rotating vacuum brush attachment is abrasive cleaners on automotive...
  • Page 365 Vehicle Care Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Caution (Continued) and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss Surfaces recommended.

  • Page 366: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a Convenience Net floor mat retainer on the driver Warning Wash with warm water and mild side floor. detergent. Do not use chlorine If a floor mat is the wrong size or Use the floor mat with the bleach.
  • Page 367 Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat The driver side floor mat is held in place by two retainers. 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position.

  • Page 368: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...

  • Page 369: Maintenance Schedule

    Service and Maintenance have your dealer perform these The Additional Required Services - Maintenance services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Severe are for vehicles that are: Schedule Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Mainly driven in heavy city traffic keep the vehicle in good working in hot weather.
  • Page 370 Service and Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure 0 322. Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 7,500 mi Inspect tire wear. See Tire SOON message displays, have the Inspection 0 328.
  • Page 371 Service and Maintenance Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care 0 357. Check starter switch. See Starter Switch Check 0 300. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 301. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding.
  • Page 372 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Drain the diesel fuel filter of water. (Diesel Only) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
  • Page 373 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (4) Or every four years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. If driving in dusty Services - Normal conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first.
  • Page 374 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Drain the diesel fuel filter of water. (Diesel Only) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
  • Page 375 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (4) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. If driving in dusty Services Services - Severe conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use comes first.

  • Page 376: Maintenance And Care

    Service and Maintenance Additional Battery Brakes The 12-volt battery supplies power Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care to start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
  • Page 377 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control tires. Your dealer can also be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. provide tire/wheel balancing that there are no cracks or leaks.
  • Page 378 Service and Maintenance 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.

  • Page 379: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment System Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291, in Canada 88862660) or diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241-1 or displays the API Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark.

  • Page 380: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant 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. Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
  • Page 381 Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 2.0L L4 Gas Engine 12647827 41-125 Wiper Blades Driver Side 60 cm (23.6 in) 23368186 Passenger Side 45.0 cm (17.7 in) 23353587 Rear 30.0 cm (11.8 in) 84215609...

  • Page 382: Maintenance Records

    Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...

  • Page 383: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, on the inside of the glove Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) box, has the following information: Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....382 Number (VIN).
  • Page 384 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 6.6 L 7.0 qt...
  • Page 385 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English 59.0 L 15.6 gal Transfer Case Fluid 0.8 L 0.85 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.

  • Page 386: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.0L L4 Gas Engine 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine...

  • Page 387: Customer Information

    Privacy Procedure ....386 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Vehicle Data Recording and Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Privacy .
  • Page 388 You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Chevrolet Customer Assistance dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Center at 1-800-222-1020. In...

  • Page 389: Offices

    1908 Colonel Sam Drive Chevrolet encourages customers to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 call the toll-free number for www.gm.ca assistance. However, if a customer 1-800-263-3777 (English) wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, 1-800-263-7854 (French) the letter should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3830 (For Text...

  • Page 390: Online Owner Center

    OnStar Vehicle (Canada) chevroletowner.ca (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY Diagnostic Information. Schedule equipment available at its Customer Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: service appointments. Assistance Center. Any TTY user in Chat live with online help : View and print dealer-recorded the U.S.

  • Page 391: Program

    Calling for Assistance General Motors North America and required for the vehicle, such as Chevrolet reserve the right to make When calling Roadside Assistance, hand controls or a wheelchair/ any changes or discontinue the have the following information scooter lift for the vehicle.
  • Page 392 150 km from where your trip was Services Not Included in Road or Highway: Tow to the started to qualify. Roadside Assistance nearest Chevrolet dealer for Pre-authorization, original warranty service, or if the vehicle detailed receipts, and a copy of Impound towing caused by was in a crash and cannot be the repair orders are required.

  • Page 393: Appointments

    Customer Information after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle to Roadside Assistance. the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage Mechanical failures may be urged to do so as early in the work information.

  • Page 394: Collision Damage Repair

    Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle and construction methods as the Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at parts with which the vehicle was...
  • Page 395 Customer Information Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs.

  • Page 396: Information

    Customer Information Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications model year. recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information the GM vehicle warranty. Vehicle Identification Service Manuals Number (VIN). Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair.

  • Page 397: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Statement Service and Owner publications are Defects available for many current and past This vehicle has systems that model year GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States...

  • Page 398: Government

    Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: crash, and, if equipped, to provide Reporting Safety Defects antilock braking to help the driver Chevrolet Motor Division control the vehicle. These modules to the Canadian Chevrolet Customer Assistance may store data to help the dealer...

  • Page 399: Event Data Recorders

    Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).

  • Page 400: Infotainment System

    Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 405. Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information.

  • Page 401: Onstar

    OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or OnStar Overview www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ... . . 400 The OnStar system status light is OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons.

  • Page 402: Emergency

    OnStar ® Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi OnStar Services Security hotspot name or SSID and If equipped, OnStar provides these password, if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an Emergency Services require an With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: active, OnStar service plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or...

  • Page 403: Navigation

    OnStar Navigation 3. Say Yes. System responds: Send Destination to Vehicle OK, request completed, thank Subscribers can have directions OnStar navigation requires a you, goodbye. sent to the vehicle s navigation specific OnStar service plan. screen, if equipped. Route Preview to receive Turn-by-Turn Press Press...
  • Page 404 Available) and set a timer. 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot Download the myChevrolet mobile Connect with Chevrolet on social information, press , wait for app to compatible Apple and media. the prompt, then say Wi-Fi Android smartphones.

  • Page 405: Diagnostics

    OnStar An active OnStar service, 3. Say the entire number without Verify Minutes and Expiration compatible device, factory-installed pausing, including a 1 and the Press and say Minutes then remote start and power locks are area code. System responds: Verify to check how many minutes required.

  • Page 406: Information

    OnStar Proactive Alerts: Receive a OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent real-time e-mail or text message Owners Information regarding potential issues with Press and follow the prompts to key vehicle components, such In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as as the battery, fuel system, possible.
  • Page 407 OnStar Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Press to speak with an jamming may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Advisor. See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification OnStar services cannot work unless 0 396.
  • Page 408 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
  • Page 409 OnStar settings. These updates or changes the privacy of any information sent above copyright notice and this may also collect personal via wireless cellular communications permission notice appear in all information. Such collection is cannot be assured. Third parties copies. described in the OnStar privacy may unlawfully intercept or access THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED...
  • Page 410 OnStar unzip: This software is provided as is, self-extracting archive; that is without warranty of any kind, permitted without inclusion of This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the express or implied. In no event shall this license, as long as the Info-ZIP copyright and license.
  • Page 411 OnStar 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.

  • Page 412: Index

    Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) When Should an Airbag About Driving the Vehicle ..2 Inflate? ......81 Accessories and Where Are the Airbags? .
  • Page 413 Index Apple CarPlay and Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Taillamps ..... 305 Android Auto ....184 Battery Assistance Program, Buying New Tires .
  • Page 414 Index Check Connections ® Malfunction Indicator OnStar ..... . 402 Damage Repair, Collision ..393 Engine Light .
  • Page 415 Index Driver Assistance Systems ..241 Electrical System Engines Driver Behavior ....197 Engine Compartment Fuse Diesel Fuel ....255 Driver Information Block .
  • Page 416 Index Fluid (cont'd) Fuel (cont'd) Gauges (cont'd) Requirements, California ..254 Diesel Exhaust ....30 Warning Lights and Washer ..... . . 297 Running out of Fuel .
  • Page 417 Index Heated Interior Rearview Mirrors ..53 Lane Keep Assist Light ..133 Rear Seats ..... 70 Introduction .
  • Page 418 Index Lights (cont'd) Mirrors, Interior Rearview ..53 Low Fuel Warning ... . 135 Monitor System, Tire Maintenance Seat Belt Reminders ..126 Pressure .
  • Page 419 Index ® OnStar Overview ....400 Perchlorate Materials ® OnStar Security ....401 Requirements, California .
  • Page 420 Index Replacing Airbag System ..89 Seats (cont'd) Reclining Seatbacks ... . 62 Replacing LATCH System Safety Defects Reporting Parts after a Crash ... . 101 Securing Child Canadian Government .
  • Page 421 Index Shift Lock Control Function Storage Areas (cont'd) Time ......114 Glove Box ....107 Check, Automatic Tires .
  • Page 422 Index Tires (cont'd) Transportation Program, Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Courtesy ..... . 392 Storing the Tire Sealant Tires .
  • Page 423 Index When It Is Time for New Tires ......330 Where to Put the Restraint ..95 Wi-Fi .

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