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  • Page 1 Terrain/Terrain Denali Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Caution this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Warning messages found on vehicle GMC Truck Emblem, TERRAIN, and labels and in this manual describe DENALI are trademarks and/or...
  • Page 4 Introduction Symbols : Brake System Warning Light : Charging System The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of : Cruise Control text. Symbols are shown along with : Do Not Puncture the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific : Do Not Service component, control, message,...
  • Page 5 Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 6: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Steering Wheel Controls ..20 Cruise Control ....20 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....20 Instrument Panel Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Instrument Panel .
  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 152. 11. Assistance Systems for 21. Hood Release. See Hood Parking or Backing 0 195 (If 0 220. 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Equipped). and Lane-Change Signals 22. Cruise Control 0 192. 0 141. 12.
  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry : Press to unlock the driver door or all doors depending on the (RKE) System Information vehicle personalization settings. The The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) fuel door will also unlock. This section provides a brief transmitter may be used to lock and overview about some of the Lock and unlock feedback can be...
  • Page 10: Door Locks

    In Brief five seconds to unlock all passenger 2. Immediately press and hold doors. See Remote Keyless Entry for at least four seconds or until (RKE) System Operation 0 27. the turn signal lamps flash. When the vehicle starts, the parking Liftgate lamps will turn on.
  • Page 11: Windows

    In Brief Power Liftgate Operation Hands-Free Liftgate Windows The liftgate will not operate if the RKE transmitter is not within 1 m (3 ft). The power windows work when the On vehicles with a power liftgate, ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, the vehicle must be in P (Park) to or when Retained Accessory Power use the power feature.
  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Seat Adjustment Seat Height Adjuster Reclining Seatbacks Manual Front Seats Move the lever up or down to To recline the manual seatback: manually raise or lower the seat. 1. Lift the lever. To adjust a manual seat: See Seat Adjustment 0 53. 2.
  • Page 13 In Brief 2. Push and pull on the seatback See Power Seat Adjustment 0 53. Lumbar Adjustment to make sure it is locked. See Reclining Seatbacks 0 54. 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 Heated and Ventilated 2, or (Exit) on the driver door until two beeps sound. To manually Seats recall these positions, press and hold 1, 2, or until the saved position is reached. When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in vehicle personalization, positions previously stored to memory buttons 1 and 2 are...
  • Page 15: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In Brief See Head Restraints 0 51 and Seat Passenger Sensing Press , if equipped, to Adjustment 0 53. ventilate the driver or passenger System seat. A ventilated seat has a fan Seat Belts that pulls or pushes air through the seat.
  • Page 16: Mirror Adjustment

    In Brief Mirror Adjustment Interior Steering Wheel Adjustment Adjustment Exterior Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of the headlamps from behind.
  • 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: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    In Brief The exterior lamp control is on the Windshield Wiper/Washer INT : Move the lever up to INT for instrument panel to the left of the intermittent wipes, then turn the steering column. band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
  • Page 19: Climate Controls

    In Brief ON : Slow wipes. Climate Control System : Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The lever automatically returns to its original position when released. See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 104 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer 0 105.
  • 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 0 180.
  • Page 21: Vehicle Features

    In Brief Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, Infotainment System use to decrease vehicle speed. See the infotainment manual for See Cruise Control 0 192. information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, Driver Information...
  • Page 22: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    In Brief Forward Automatic it detects that you are actively : Press to move between steering. Override LKA by turning the interactive display zones in the Braking (FAB) the steering wheel. LKA uses a cluster. If the vehicle has Forward Collision camera to detect lane markings : Press to open a menu or select between 60 km/h (37 mph) and...
  • Page 23: Surround Vision

    In Brief Surround Vision Rear Cross Traffic Alert See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 195. (RCTA) System If equipped, views around the vehicle display in the infotainment Automatic Parking If equipped, the RCTA system uses display to aid with parking and a triangle with an arrow on the Assist (APA) low-speed maneuvers.
  • Page 24: Sunroof

    In Brief To use the outlet, remove the cover. Sunroof Switch Sunshade Switch See Power Outlets 0 107. Express-Open/Express-Close : To Express-open/Express-close : To express-open the sunroof, fully express-open the sunshade, fully Sunroof press and release (1). Press press and release (2).
  • Page 25: Performance And Maintenance

    In Brief Performance and See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 256. Maintenance Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) Traction Control/ This feature provides visual and audible alerts outside the vehicle to Electronic Stability help when inflating an underinflated The low tire pressure warning light Control tire to the recommended cold tire alerts to a significant loss in...
  • Page 26: Fuel (2.0L L4 Engine)

    In Brief Fuel (2.0L L4 Engine) Resetting the Oil Life System Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. 1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE. See Driver Information Center Brake gradually and avoid (DIC) 0 127. abrupt stops. Avoid idling the engine for long 2.
  • Page 27: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ....45 Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Mirror ..45 Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors .
  • Page 28: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To remove the key, press the button Remote Keyless Entry near the bottom of the transmitter, (RKE) System Operation and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the If it becomes difficult to turn the key, transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
  • Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows start the engine from outside the Pressing may also arm the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle See Remote Vehicle Start 0 31. Alarm System 0 42. : Press and release one time to : Press to unlock the driver door initiate vehicle locator.
  • Page 30 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 0 133.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows If passive locking is enabled, the Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert programmed. Each vehicle can doors may lock with the RKE have up to eight transmitters If the vehicle is on, with a door transmitter inside the vehicle. Do programmed to it.
  • Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To replace the battery: : This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions.
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Starting the Engine Using Remote When the remote start is extended, The hood is not closed. Start the second 10 minutes will be The hazard warning flashers added. are on. 1. Press and release on the For example, if the engine has been RKE transmitter.
  • Page 34: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Pull the door handle once to Warning (Continued) unlock the door. Pull the handle again to unlatch it. Warning death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle Keyless Access Unlocked doors can be whenever leaving it. dangerous.
  • Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder To replace the cap: Access (In Case of Dead 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the Battery) open position and hold it open until cap installation is complete. To access the driver door key lock cylinder: 2.
  • Page 36: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Check that the cap is secure. : Press to lock the doors. The Press on the door lock switch indicator light in the switch will again, or press on the RKE Free-Turning Locks illuminate when activated. transmitter, to override this feature The door key lock cylinder turns and lock the doors immediately.
  • Page 37: Lockout Protection

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic door locking cannot be Open Door Anti-Lockout Manual Safety Locks disabled. Automatic door unlocking If Open Door Anti-Lockout is turned can be programmed. See Vehicle on and the vehicle is off, the driver Personalization 0 133. door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and Lockout Protection...
  • Page 38: Doors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To open a rear door when the safety Doors Warning (Continued) lock is on: 1. Unlock the door by activating Liftgate and set the fan speed to the the inside handle, by pressing highest setting. See the power door lock switch, Climate Control Systems Warning...
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Liftgate Operation Warning You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing. Caution To open the liftgate, press the touch If equipped with a power liftgate, the...
  • Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows OFF: Opens manually only. Caution To power open or close the liftgate, select MAX or 3/4 mode. Manually forcing the liftgate to open or close during a power Press twice quickly on the cycle can damage the vehicle. RKE transmitter until the liftgate Allow the power cycle to moves.
  • Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows liftgate or a possible support strut After removing the obstructions, 3. Press and hold next to the failure. A repetitive chime will sound manually close the liftgate which will pull cup on the bottom of the while the falling liftgate detection allow normal power operation liftgate until the turn signals...
  • Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows The hands-free feature will not work Caution while the liftgate is moving. To stop the liftgate while in motion use one Splashing water may cause the of the liftgate switches. liftgate to open. Keep the RKE transmitter away from the rear bumper detection area or turn the liftgate mode to OFF when...
  • Page 43: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows When closing the liftgate using this Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured feature, there will be a short delay. during the delay to arm the system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent The taillamps will flash and a chime Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured.
  • Page 44: Immobilizer Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle alarm system will not Lock the vehicle after all The vehicle is automatically arm if the doors are locked with occupants have left the vehicle immobilized when the transmitter the key. and all doors are closed. leaves the vehicle.
  • Page 45: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows When trying to start the vehicle, the Transmitters to the Vehicle under Exterior Mirrors security light may come on briefly Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when the ignition is turned on. System Operation 0 27. Convex Mirrors If the engine does not start and the Do not leave the key or device that security light stays on, there is a...
  • Page 46: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors automatic car wash. Push the mirror Automatic Dimming outward to return it to the original Mirror position. The vehicle has an automatic Memory Mirrors dimming outside mirror on the driver The vehicle may have memory side.
  • Page 47: Interior 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 48 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 49: 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 50 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sunroof Switch Sunshade Switch If frost or other conditions prevent closing, override the feature by Express-Open/Express-Close : To Express-open/Express-close : To closing the sunroof in manual express-open the sunroof, fully express-open the sunshade, fully mode. To stop movement, release press and release (1).
  • Page 51: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Replacing Seat Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts Parts after a Crash ... 70 After a Crash ....94 Restraints Securing Child Restraints (With Airbag System...
  • Page 52: 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 53 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is Adjusting the Rear Head Restraint 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 54: 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 55: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the seat belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
  • Page 56: 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 57 Seats and Restraints and then Auto Memory Recall. 2. Start the vehicle with the initial 2, or (Exit) on the driver door Select On or Off. See Auto key or RKE transmitter. The until two beeps sound. To manually Memory Recall later in this DIC should display the other recall these positions, press and section.
  • Page 58 Seats and Restraints If too much time passes seat, SET, or power mirror control, To stop Auto Memory Recall between releasing SET and if memory equipped. The driver or movement, turn the ignition off or pressing 1, the memory passenger side mirror must be press any of the following memory position will not be saved and selected.
  • Page 59: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints If turned on, the positions saved to Heated and Ventilated are automatically recalled when Front Seats one of the following occurs: The vehicle is turned off and the Warning driver door is opened within a short time. If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt, the seat The vehicle is turned off with the...
  • Page 60: Folding Seatback

    Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the The remote start heated or Warning highest setting. With each press of ventilated seats may be enabled or the button, the seat will change to disabled in the vehicle Things you put on this seatback the next lower setting, and then to personalization menu.
  • Page 61: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints 3. Lift the lever fully and fold the Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door seatback forward. and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off. Rear Seat Reminder If necessary, move the seat belt out of the way to access The feature can be turned on or off.
  • Page 62 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 63: Heated Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints If equipped, the rear seatbacks can 3. Return the head restraint to the Warning (Continued) also be folded forward by pulling the upright position. See Head levers on the passenger side of the Restraints 0 51. sure that the seat belts are rear cargo area.
  • Page 64: Seat Belts

    Seats and Restraints Seat Belts Press to heat the left or right Warning (Continued) outboard seat cushion and This section describes how to use seatback. overheat. An overheated seat seat belts properly, and some things heater may cause a burn or may not to do.
  • Page 65: 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 66: 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 67 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 68 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 69 Seats and Restraints 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1. Remove the guide from its 4. Buckle, position, and release storage pocket on the side of the seat belt as described the seatback.
  • Page 70: Seat Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints Seat Belt Use During that the fetus will not be hurt in a Seat Belt Care crash. For pregnant women, as for Pregnancy Keep belts clean and dry. anyone, the key to making seat Seat belts work for everyone, belts effective is wearing them Warning properly.
  • Page 71: Replacing Seat Belt System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints Replacing Seat Belt New parts and repairs may be Airbag System necessary even if the seat belt System Parts after a The vehicle has the following system was not being used at the Crash airbags: time of the crash. A frontal airbag for the driver Have the seat belt pretensioners Warning...
  • Page 72 Seats and Restraints For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on them. Also, airbags are not sit unnecessarily close to any the instrument panel for the front designed to inflate in every crash.
  • Page 73: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The front outboard passenger Warning frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle.
  • Page 74: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints Deployment thresholds are used to Warning (Continued) predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflating airbag must be kept inflate and help restrain the clear. Do not put anything occupants.
  • Page 75: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints whether the object is fixed or airbags are not designed to inflate in How Does an Airbag moving, rigid or deformable, narrow rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags Restrain? or wide. will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck or if the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or Frontal airbags are not intended to...
  • Page 76: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates

    Seats and Restraints But airbags would not help in many the windshield or being able to steer without airbag inflation, after an types of collisions, primarily the vehicle, nor does it prevent event that exceeds a predetermined because the occupant's motion is people from leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 77: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints In many crashes severe enough to an airbag system will not work certain conditions. No other airbag inflate the airbag, windshields are properly. See your dealer for is affected by the passenger broken by vehicle deformation. service. sensing system.
  • Page 78 Seats and Restraints as a reminder that the airbag is off. Warning Warning (Continued) See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 118. A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger The passenger sensing system is restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far designed to turn on the front or killed if the passenger frontal...
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3. Remove any additional items seatback and adjust the seat Warning from the seat such as blankets, cushion, if adjustable, to make cushions, seat covers, seat sure that the vehicle seatback If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers.
  • Page 80 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material Warning from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant blankets, cushions, seat If the front outboard passenger covers, seat heaters, or seat airbag is turned off for an massagers.
  • Page 81: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints seat covers, seat heaters, and seat Servicing the Adding Equipment to the massagers can affect how well the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you Airbags affect how the vehicle Adding accessories that change the not use seat covers or other should be serviced.
  • Page 82: Airbag System Check

    Seats and Restraints passenger sensing system may not system will be affected if the vehicle Replacing Airbag System operate properly if the original seat is modified for any other reason, Parts after a Crash trim is replaced with non-GM see your dealer. covers, upholstery, or trim;...
  • Page 83: Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to Do the knees bend at the seat wear seat belts? edge? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children A: An older child should wear a return to the booster seat.
  • Page 84: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints Warning Warning Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt with the shoulder belt seat belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be the impact forces.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints Every time infants and young Warning children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by Children can be seriously injured appropriate child restraints. Neither or strangled if a shoulder belt is the vehicle's seat belt system nor its wrapped around their neck.
  • Page 86 Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, Warning there are many different models available. When purchasing a child A young child's hip bones are still restraint, be sure it is designed to be so small that the vehicle's regular used in a motor vehicle.
  • Page 87: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Restraint Booster Seats A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is Rear-Facing Infant Restraint provides restraint for the child's used for children who have A rear-facing child restraint provides body with the harness. outgrown their forward-facing child restraint with the seating surface restraint.
  • Page 88: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child Where to Put the restraint, refer to the instructions Restraint in the Vehicle Restraint that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a According to accident statistics, Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual.
  • Page 89: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint with properly secure any child restraint in Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a rear seat position, the vehicle even when no child is study the instructions that came with in it. front passenger airbag inflates the child restraint to make sure it is and the passenger seat is in a...
  • Page 90 Seats and Restraints Booster seats use the vehicle s seat See Securing Child Restraints (With Lower Anchors belts to secure the child in the the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 94 booster seat. If the manufacturer or Securing Child Restraints (With recommends that the booster seat the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) be secured with the LATCH system,...
  • Page 91 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
  • Page 92 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. following the instructions that According to accident statistics, came with the child restraint and children and infants are safer when the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints restraints. Some restraints also use Warning (Continued) Caution another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether. shoulder belt can tighten but Do not let the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the attachments to the lower The shoulder belt locks when it is...
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints tether to the top tether anchor, If the position you are using if equipped. Refer to the child has an adjustable headrest restraint instructions and the or head restraint and you following steps: are using a dual tether, raise the headrest or head 2.1.
  • Page 95: Replacing Latch System Parts

    Seats and Restraints 3. Before placing a child in the If the vehicle has the LATCH system Do not secure a child seat in a child restraint, make sure it is and it was being used during a position without a top tether anchor securely held in place.
  • Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the the lock.
  • Page 97: Securing Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Warning tether, follow the child restraint (With the Seat Belt in the manufacturer's instructions A child in a rear-facing child Front Seat) regarding the use of the top restraint can be seriously injured tether.
  • Page 98 Seats and Restraints 1. Move the seat as far back as it Warning (Continued) will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. forward-facing child restraint in Move the seat upward or the the front outboard passenger seatback to an upright position, seat, always move the seat as far if needed, to get a tight back as it will go.
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints Position the release button on 7. Before placing a child in the the buckle, away from the child child restraint, make sure it is restraint system, so that the securely held in place. To seat belt could be quickly check, grasp the child restraint unbuckled if necessary.
  • Page 100: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Center Console Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..99 Glove Box ..... 99 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .
  • Page 101: Additional Storage Features

    Storage Additional Storage To remove the cover from the vehicle, pull both ends toward each Features other. To store the cargo cover: 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 1.
  • Page 102: Cargo Tie-Downs

    Storage Cargo Tie-Downs Safety Kit The items stored in the safety kit bag include: 1. Fire Extinguisher 2. Warning Triangle 3. First Aid Kit 4. Highway Safety Kit 1. Convenience Net Retainers 2. Cargo Tie-Downs The vehicle may be equipped with two cargo tie-downs and two convenience net retainers in the rear compartment.
  • Page 103: Roof Rack System

    Storage Roof Rack System To prevent damage or loss of cargo Caution when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning fastened. Loading cargo on the roof that weighs more than 100 kg rack will make the vehicle s center If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or...
  • Page 104: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ..117 Lamps On Reminder ..126 Passenger Airbag Status Cruise Control Light ..126 Controls Indicator .
  • Page 105: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Controls Horn The infotainment system can be Press on the steering wheel pad Steering Wheel operated by using the steering to sound the horn. Adjustment wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment Windshield Wiper/Washer manual.
  • Page 106: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls LO : Use for slow wipes. stop until the motor cools and the activated. See Washer Fluid 0 235 wiper control is turned off. See for information on filling the Electrical System Overload 0 245. windshield washer fluid reservoir. Wiper Parking Warning If the ignition is turned off while the...
  • Page 107: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Turn the end of the windshield wiper N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is Compass lever to operate the rear window very slow, the rear wiper will The vehicle may have a compass wiper/washer. automatically park. display on the Driver Information OFF : Turns the system off.
  • Page 108: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Warning Caution (Continued) The vehicle has two 12-volt Power is always supplied to the vehicle warranty. The power accessory power outlets, which can rear cargo power outlet. Do not outlets are designed for be used to plug in electrical leave electrical equipment accessory power plugs only, such equipment, such as a cell phone or...
  • Page 109: Wireless Charging

    Instruments and Controls An indicator light on the outlet turns The power outlet is not designed for Warning on to show it is in use. The light the following and may not work comes on when the ignition is on properly if they are plugged in: Wireless charging can affect the and equipment requiring less than...
  • Page 110 Instruments and Controls does not appear on the Warning infotainment display: Remove all objects from the 1. Remove the phone from the charging pad before charging pocket and wait three seconds. your mobile device. Objects, such 2. Turn the mobile phone as coins, keys, rings, paper clips, 180 degrees and insert it back or cards, between the phone and...
  • Page 111 Instruments and Controls a charge covering the cost of documentation and/or other OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS performing such distribution (such materials provided with the INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER as the cost of media, shipping, and distribution. CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY handling) upon email request to OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN 3.
  • Page 112: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
  • Page 113: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level...
  • Page 114 Instruments and Controls Uplevel...
  • Page 115 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel) Info App. This is where the Traction and Stability : Press selected Driver Information enter the Traction and Stability There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be menu. To turn the Traction Control in the center of the instrument viewed.
  • Page 116: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The tachometer displays the engine vehicle's speed in kilometers per speed in revolutions per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). minute (rpm). This vehicle is equipped with an For vehicles with the Stop/Start overspeed warning device.
  • Page 117: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls Here are things that some owners Engine Coolant above the usual operating range ask about. None of these show a and approach the far end of the Temperature Gauge problem with the fuel gauge: gauge: At the service station, the fuel Stop and go driving in heavy pump shuts off before the gauge traffic.
  • Page 118: Seat Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls Seat Belt Reminders Passenger Seat Belt Reminder grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the Light Driver Seat Belt Reminder reminder light and/or chime, remove There is a passenger seat belt Light the object from the seat or buckle reminder light near the passenger the seat belt.
  • Page 119: Passenger Airbag Status

    Instruments and Controls problem with the lights or the Warning passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or Warning comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be If the airbag readiness light ever When the vehicle is started, the working properly.
  • Page 120: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

    Instruments and Controls The light turns off when the engine is working when the ignition is in Caution is started. If it does not, have the Service Mode. See Ignition vehicle serviced by your dealer. Positions 0 169. Modifications to the engine, If the light stays on, or comes on transmission, exhaust, intake, while driving, there may be a...
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls If towing a trailer, reduce the Poor fuel quality can cause not used to perform an Emissions amount of cargo being hauled as inefficient engine operation and Inspection/Maintenance test or to soon as possible. poor driveability, which may go service the vehicle may affect away once the engine is warmed vehicle operation.
  • Page 122: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning released, there is a brake problem. Electric Parking Brake Have the brake system inspected Light Light immediately. The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one Warning circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the The brake system might not be vehicle.
  • Page 123: Service Electric Parking Brake Light

    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 (Uplevel (ABS) Warning Light problem with the regular brakes. Cluster Only) See Brake System Warning Light 0 121.
  • Page 124: Vehicle Ahead Indicator

    Instruments and Controls If equipped, the Hill Descent Control This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while light comes on when the system is starting the engine. If it does not, starting the vehicle. If it does not, ready for use.
  • Page 125: Tire Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls If the light does not come on, have For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Monitor System (TPMS), this light If the system is working normally, comes on briefly when the engine is Caution the indicator light turns off.
  • Page 126: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls If the light comes on and stays on, it The low fuel warning light comes on Security Light means that oil is not flowing through and a chime sounds when the the engine properly. The vehicle vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns could be low on oil and might have off when fuel is added to the some other system problem.
  • Page 127: High-Beam On Light

    Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light This light comes on when the If equipped, the fog lamp light For vehicles with cruise control, the high-beam headlamps are in use. comes on when the fog lamps are cruise control light is white when the See Headlamp High/Low-Beam in use.
  • Page 128: Information Displays

    Instruments and Controls Information Displays Also displays the approximate : Press to move between average liters per 100 kilometers the interactive display zones in the (L/100 km) or miles per gallon cluster. Driver Information (mpg). This number is based on the : Press to open a menu or select Center (DIC) number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded...
  • Page 129 Instruments and Controls vehicle speeds recorded since the Speed Warning : This display is change. To reset the engine oil life last reset. Reset the average speed used to set the vehicle speed at system, see Engine Oil Life System 0 228.
  • Page 130 Instruments and Controls ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) recent distance on the right side. 6. Press while an item is Items Press and hold to clear the graph highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an Fuel Economy : The center or press to reset through item is selected, a checkmark...
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls This number reflects only the The oil should be changed as soon Average Speed : Displays the approximate average fuel economy as possible. See Engine Oil 0 225. average vehicle speed of the that the vehicle has right now, and In addition to the engine oil life vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) will change as driving conditions...
  • Page 132 Instruments and Controls reset, the best value displays -,- pump will vary engine oil pressure the timer to zero, press and hold until the selected distance has been according to engine needs. Oil while this display is active, or press traveled.
  • Page 133: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Brakes while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed Ride Control Systems Messages displayed on the DIC may be reduced. Anytime this Driver Assistance Systems indicate the status of the vehicle or message stays on, or displays some action that may be needed to repeatedly, the vehicle should be Cruise Control...
  • Page 134: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Rear Seat Reminder Touch Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Sensitivity. Personalization This allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has Auto Cooled Seats The following are all possible been opened before or during When enabled, this feature will vehicle personalization features.
  • Page 135 Instruments and Controls Auto Rear Defog Touch Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols If equipped, this feature will This setting enables the Rear Forward Collision System automatically turn on the rear defog. Camera Park Assist Symbols. See This feature will turn on or off Assistance Systems for Parking or Touch Off or On.
  • Page 136 Instruments and Controls Auto Memory Recall Select Off, On-Open and Close, Select Extended Hold or or On-Open Only. Standard Hold. This feature automatically recalls the current driver s previously stored Reverse Tilt Mirror Lighting 1 or 2 button positions when the When on, the driver and/or Touch and the following may ignition is changed from off to on or...
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls Power Door Locks Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors Touch and the following may Touch and the following may display: display: will unlock when pressing on the RKE transmitter. Open Door Anti-Lockout Remote Unlock Light Feedback Touch All Doors or Driver Door.
  • Page 138 Instruments and Controls Remote Window Operation Touch Off or On. This allows the windows to be Valet Mode opened when pressing and holding This will lock the infotainment on the RKE transmitter. See system and steering wheel controls. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) It may also limit access to vehicle System Operation 0 27.
  • Page 139: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting IntelliBeam System Exterior Lamp Controls ..138 If equipped, this system turns the Headlamp High/Low-Beam vehicle's high-beam headlamps on Changer .
  • Page 140 Lighting Turning On and Enabling The high-beam headlamps remain The IntelliBeam system will turn IntelliBeam on, under the automatic control, off if the front fog lamps are turned on. until one of the following situations occurs: The high beams may not turn off The system detects an automatically if the system cannot approaching vehicle's...
  • Page 141: Headlamp High/Low-Beam

    Lighting The vehicle is being driven on To flash the high beams, pull the The regular headlamp system winding or hilly roads. turn signal lever toward you should be turned on when needed. momentarily and then release it. The IntelliBeam system may need to Automatic Headlamp be disabled if any of the above Daytime Running...
  • Page 142: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting The system may also turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change headlamps when driving through a Signals parking garage or tunnel. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
  • Page 143: Fog Lamps

    Lighting If after signaling a turn or lane Interior Lighting : If equipped, press to turn on or change, the arrow flashes rapidly or off. An indicator light on the does not come on, a signal bulb instrument cluster comes on when Instrument Panel may be burned out.
  • Page 144: 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 145: 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 146: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. Battery Power Protection This feature shuts off the interior lamps if they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off.
  • Page 147: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....146 and voice or speech recognition.
  • Page 148: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems controlled. Climate Control Systems ..147 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ... . . 149 Air Vents Air Vents .
  • Page 149 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control : Press A/C : Press to turn the air Caution , or to change the conditioning system on or off. An direction of the airflow. An indicator indicator light comes on to show Using a razor blade or sharp light comes on in the selected mode that the air conditioning is enabled.
  • Page 150 Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Air Conditioning Recirculation With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled. When the AUTO indicator light is lit, all four functions are operating automatically. Each function can be manually set and the selected setting will be shown.
  • Page 151 Climate Controls The recirculation light will not come Driver and Passenger Changing the mode cancels the on when automatically controlled. Temperature Control : The automatic operation and the system goes into manual mode. Press temperature can be adjusted Press to manually select separately for the driver and AUTO to return to automatic recirculation;...
  • Page 152 Climate Controls A/C : Press to turn the air Do not cover the sensor; otherwise Caution conditioning system on or off. An the automatic climate control system indicator light comes on to show may not work properly. Using a razor blade or sharp that the air conditioning is enabled.
  • Page 153 Climate Controls Air Vents Use of non-GM approved hood Maintenance deflectors can adversely affect Use the louvers located on the air the performance of the system. Passenger Compartment vents to change the direction of the Check with your dealer before Air Filter airflow.
  • Page 154 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 155: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Engine Exhaust Assistance Systems for Driving ..... . 200 Engine Exhaust ....176 Operating Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Running the Vehicle While...
  • Page 156: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Driving Information Designate a front seat Refer to the infotainment section for passenger to handle potential more information on using that distractions. system and the navigation system, Distracted Driving if equipped, including pairing and Become familiar with vehicle using a cell phone.
  • Page 157: Braking

    Driving and Operating Braking Once the power assist is used up, it See your dealer if there is a can take longer to stop and the problem. Braking action involves perception brake pedal will be harder to push. Curve Tips time and reaction time.
  • Page 158: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Loss of Control Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather Skidding conditions.
  • Page 159 Driving and Operating not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, Warning (Continued) On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not and check inflation pressure in be driven off-road except on a level, all tires, including the spare, Keep cargo in the cargo solid surface.
  • Page 160 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, When driving on hills: Never go downhill forward or trees, or grasses or disturb backward with the transmission Use a low gear and keep a firm wildlife. in N (Neutral). The brakes could grip on the steering wheel.
  • Page 161 Driving and Operating 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be Hidden obstacles can make the restart the engine. restarted after stalling, set the steepness of the incline more parking brake, shift into severe. If a rock is driven across If driving uphill when the P (Park), and turn the with the uphill wheels, or if the...
  • Page 162 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Warning (Continued) Caution or Ice you and your passengers could Do not drive through standing Use a low gear when driving in mud the deeper the mud, the lower drown. Drive your vehicle on safe water if it is deep enough to cover the gear.
  • Page 163: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating cause glazing and uneven braking. There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) Check the body structure, steering, hydroplaning. The best advice is to suspension, wheels, tires, and slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large exhaust system for damage and Other Rainy Weather Tips...
  • Page 164: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Shift to a lower gear when going Be alert on top of hills; Antilock Brake System (ABS) down steep or long hills. something could be in your lane improves vehicle stability during (e.g., stalled car, accident). hard stops, but the brakes should be applied sooner than Warning Pay attention to special road...
  • Page 165: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If stuck too severely for the traction Warning Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest rocking method. See Traction setting.
  • Page 166: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating gears. Release the accelerator Tire and Loading Information Warning pedal while shifting, and press Label lightly on the accelerator pedal Do not load the vehicle any when the transmission is in gear. heavier than the Gross Slowly spinning the wheels in the Vehicle Weight Rating forward and reverse directions (GVWR), or either the...
  • Page 167 Driving and Operating cold tire inflation pressures (4). Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this For more information on tires manual to determine how weight of the driver and and inflation see Tires 0 253 this reduces the available passengers from XXX kg or and Tire Pressure 0 255.
  • Page 168 Driving and Operating Subtract Occupant weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) the vehicle's capacity weight. × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). Available Occupant and Certification/Tire Label Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs).
  • Page 169: 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 170: 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 switch to OFF. the system to operate. If the breaking-in guideline every pushbutton start is not working, the The vehicle may have an electric time you get new brake...
  • Page 171: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber purposes. With the vehicle off and This can be done while the Indicator Light) : This mode allows the brake pedal not applied, vehicle is moving. After shifting you to use some electrical pressing and holding ENGINE to N (Neutral), firmly apply the...
  • Page 172 Driving and Operating display a message. See vehicle starts briefly but then Caution Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) stops again, do the same thing. System Operation 0 27. This clears the extra gasoline If you add electrical parts or from the engine. Do not race accessories, you could change the engine immediately after Caution...
  • Page 173: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating The vehicle has a fuel saving stop/ The interior comfort level has not Shifting Into Park start system to shut off the engine reached the required level for and help conserve fuel. the climate control system or Warning defog settings.
  • Page 174: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with Shifting out of Park the engine running, the vehicle must Engine Running This vehicle is equipped with an be in P (Park) with the parking electronic transmission.
  • Page 175 Driving and Operating Manual Park Release Pulling the manual park release 3. Use a flat-bladed tool to while the vehicle is on or turning the remove the interior trim panel ignition on while the manual park on the center console to the Warning release is pulled, will cause a right of the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 176: Parking Over Things

    Driving and Operating To return the vehicle to P (Park) Parking over Things Extended Parking using the manual park release: That Burn It is better not to park with the 1. Bring the vehicle to a vehicle running. If the vehicle is left complete stop.
  • Page 177: Engine Exhaust

    Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO), which cannot be...
  • Page 178: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating Automatic If the vehicle is in ACC/ Warning (Continued) ACCESSORY, the transmission can Transmission be shifted into P (Park). on fairly level ground, always set If ENGINE START/STOP is pressed the parking brake and place the twice while at a relatively high transmission into P (Park).
  • Page 179 Driving and Operating If the vehicle is shifted from either Warning Caution R (Reverse) to D (Drive), or D (Drive) to R (Reverse) while the Shifting into a drive gear while the The vehicle is not designed to speed is too high, the vehicle will engine is running at high speed is stay in N (Neutral) for extended shift to N (Neutral).
  • Page 180 Driving and Operating Car Wash Mode (Engine Off Car Wash Mode (Engine On Caution Driver out of Vehicle) Driver in Vehicle) To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) The vehicle is not designed to with the engine off and the vehicle with the engine on and the vehicle stay in N (Neutral) for extended...
  • Page 181: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 5. The indicator should continue To shift into D (Drive): Manual Mode to show N. If it does not, repeat 1. Bring the vehicle to a Electronic Range Select Steps 2 4. complete stop. (ERS) Mode 6. Exit the vehicle and close the 2.
  • Page 182: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating To use this feature: While using ERS, cruise control can While in the Electronic Range be used. Select (ERS) mode, grade braking 1. Press the L (Low) button. is deactivated, allowing the driver to 2. Press the plus/minus button on Tow/Haul Mode select a range and limiting the the front shift console to...
  • Page 183: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses the wheels are For information on All-Wheel slowing down.
  • Page 184: Electric Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating Using ABS The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) light will flash and then stay can always be activated, even if the on once the EPB is fully applied. Do not pump the brakes. Just hold ignition is off. To prevent draining the brake pedal down firmly and let If the light flashes continuously,...
  • Page 185: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating The vehicle may automatically apply quickly and forcefully applied the Caution the EPB in some situations when brake pedal in an attempt to quickly the vehicle is not moving. This is stop or slow down the vehicle. The Driving with the parking brake on normal, and is done to periodically stability system hydraulic brake...
  • Page 186: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and Operating activated. During the transition Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the period between when the driver driver in keeping the vehicle on the releases the brake pedal and starts intended path. Traction Control/ to accelerate to drive off on a grade, If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability HSA holds the braking pressure for...
  • Page 187 Driving and Operating comes on and stays on: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. The indicator light for both systems Drive the vehicle. If comes on is in the instrument cluster. This and stays on, the vehicle may need light will: more time to diagnose the problem.
  • Page 188 Driving and Operating To turn TCS off, select Traction, To turn both StabiliTrak and TCS back on, select Traction, then press then press . The TCS icon on the . The StabiliTrak and TCS icons DIC will change from On to Off and on the DIC will change from Off to illuminates in the instrument On and...
  • Page 189: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)

    Driving and Operating To turn StabiliTrak off, select HDC will remain enabled between Press to enable or disable HDC. 22 and 60 km/h (14 and 37 mph); StabiliTrak, then press . If TCS Vehicle speed must be below however vehicle speed cannot be was on when StabiliTrak was turned 50 km/h (31 mph).
  • Page 190 Driving and Operating AWD Mode : In AWD Mode, the Snow Mode : Snow Mode AWD system delivers power to all improves vehicle acceleration on four wheels and the system adjusts snow and ice-covered roads. Snow as needed to improve traction. Mode is not available on vehicles Selecting AWD Mode will activate equipped with all wheel drive.
  • Page 191 Driving and Operating transmission to slow the vehicle. The system will automatically command downshifts to reduce vehicle speed. The normal shift pattern will return once the vehicle is on a low grade or when the accelerator pedal is pressed. While in the Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode, grade braking is deactivated, allowing the driver to select a range and limiting the...
  • Page 192 Driving and Operating Mode Name In Cluster Menu: Tour Snow Off-Road Tow/Haul Mode Availability AWD & FWD Towing Package (AWD & FWD) Retained Across Key Cycles Pedal Map Normal Normal Off-Road Off-Road Normal Auto Transmission Schedule Normal Normal Normal Normal Tow/Haul AWD (If Equipped) Normal FWD...
  • Page 193: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating Cruise Control With the Traction Control System (TCS) or Electronic Stability Control The cruise control lets the vehicle (ESC), the system may begin to maintain a speed of about 40 km/h limit wheel spin while you are using (25 mph) or more without keeping cruise control.
  • Page 194 Driving and Operating SET : Press briefly to set the Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using speed and activate cruise control. Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a If cruise control is already active, desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is use to decrease vehicle speed.
  • Page 195: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating pressing SET will result in cruise Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance control set to the current vehicle There are four ways to end cruise Systems speed. control: This vehicle may have features that Using Cruise Control on Hills Step lightly on the brake pedal.
  • Page 196: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing

    Driving and Operating Assistance Systems for Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Parking or Backing Detect children, Complete attention is always If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA), or animals. should be ready to take action Front Parking Assist (FPA), and apply the brakes and/or steer Detect vehicles or objects...
  • Page 197 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 198 Driving and Operating R (Reverse) to a forward gear, or by Parking Assist touching CAMERA in the With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, infotainment display, and when the as the vehicle moves at speeds of vehicle is moving forward slower less than 8 km/h (5 mph), the than 8 km/h (5 mph).
  • Page 199 Driving and Operating When an object is first detected in Use caution while backing up when Warning (Continued) the rear, one beep will be heard towing a trailer, as the RCTA from the rear, or both sides of the detection zones that extend out (5 mph).
  • Page 200 Driving and Operating accelerator. A display and audible and within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the vehicle. beeps help to guide parking The vehicle speed must be below maneuvers. 30 km/h (18 mph). The system cannot: Warning Detect whether it is a legal parking space.
  • Page 201: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    Driving and Operating APA will instruct the vehicle to stop The steering wheel is used by (LCA), and/or Forward Automatic once a large enough space is found. the driver. Braking (FAB) can help to avoid a Follow the displayed instructions. crash or reduce crash damage.
  • Page 202 Driving and Operating FCA warnings will not occur unless Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the FCA system detects a vehicle ahead. When a vehicle is detected, or when following a vehicle too proper condition. Keep the the vehicle ahead indicator will closely, FCA may not provide a windshield, headlamps, and FCA display green.
  • Page 203: Forward Automatic

    Driving and Operating Tailgating Alert the alert timing. The range of Clean the outside of the selectable alert timings may not be windshield in front of the appropriate for all drivers and rearview mirror. driving conditions. Clean the entire front of the vehicle.
  • Page 204 Driving and Operating The system works when driving in a Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) forward gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 60 km/h (37 mph). Detect a vehicle ahead if it objects. To override FAB, firmly It can detect vehicles up to is partially blocked by press the accelerator pedal, if it is approximately 60 m (197 ft).
  • Page 205: Side Blind Zone

    Driving and Operating The FAB system does not need Lane Change Alert (LCA) Warning (Continued) service. If equipped, the LCA system is a flow of traffic. If this occurs, take lane-changing aid that assists Side Blind Zone your foot off the brake pedal and drivers with avoiding lane change Alert (SBZA) then apply the brakes as needed.
  • Page 206 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 207: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating attached to the vehicle, such as a If the LCA displays do not light up a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) trailer, bicycle, or object extending when moving vehicles are in the system alert as the lane marking is out to either side of the vehicle.
  • Page 208 Driving and Operating without using a turn signal in that Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) direction. It may also provide an LDW alert by flashing amber the windshield or camera sensors clean and in as the lane marking is crossed. headlamps are blocked by good repair.
  • Page 209: Fuel

    Driving and Operating Roads with poor lane markings, Fuel Caution such as two-lane roads. Use the recommended fuel for If the LKA system is not functioning Do not use fuels with any of the proper vehicle maintenance. properly when lane markings are following conditions;...
  • Page 210: Fuel Additives

    Driving and Operating Fuel Additives Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Gasoline should contain detergent To help avoid injuries to you weather. Insert the refueling additives that help prevent engine and others, read and follow nozzle slowly and wait for and fuel system deposits from all the instructions on the any hiss noise to stop prior forming.
  • Page 211: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating The vehicle has a capless fuel Warning Warning system and does not have a fuel cap. The filling nozzle must be fully If a fire starts while you are Attempting to refuel without using inserted and latched prior to starting refueling, do not remove the the funnel adapter may cause fuel fuel flow.
  • Page 212: General Towing Information

    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, General Towing Use approved fuel or other parts. containers. Information Then, during the first 800 km Remove the container from (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not Only use towing equipment that has...
  • Page 213 Driving and Operating electric brakes, start the Passing Warning (Continued) combination moving and then apply More passing distance is needed the trailer brake controller by hand when towing a trailer. Because the Do not drive with the to be sure the brakes work. rig is longer, it is necessary to go liftgate, trunk/hatch, During the trip, check occasionally...
  • Page 214 Driving and Operating When turning with a trailer, make brakes might have to be used so Parking on Hills wider turns than normal so the much that they would get hot and no trailer will not strike soft shoulders, longer work well. Warning curbs, road signs, trees, or other The vehicle can tow in D (Drive).
  • Page 215: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 5. Release the brake pedal. Engine Cooling When Trailer tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See Weight of the Trailer Tongue Towing Leaving After Parking on a Hill later in this section. The cooling system may temporarily 1.
  • Page 216: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating the tongue load must be added to Trailering may be limited by the over the rear axle limit before the GVW because the vehicle will vehicle's ability to carry tongue applying the weight distribution be carrying that weight, too. See weight.
  • Page 217: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    Driving and Operating Hitch Cover becomes separated from the hitch. Trailer Sway Leave enough slack so the rig can Control (TSC) turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. The vehicle has a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature as part of the Trailer Brakes StabiliTrak system.
  • Page 218: Conversions And Add-Ons

    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 vehicle warranty. Always check Warning with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
  • Page 219: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ....257 Headlamp Aiming ... . 242 Tire Inspection .
  • Page 220: General Information

    Vehicle Care General Information certified parts, including control Vehicle Checks module or software modifications, is For service and parts needs, visit not covered under the terms of the Doing Your Own your dealer. You will receive vehicle warranty and may affect Service Work genuine parts and trained and remaining warranty coverage for...
  • Page 221: Hood

    Vehicle Care Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, reservoir caps, or dipsticks. Hood To open the hood: 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to 3.
  • Page 222 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 223: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1.5L Engine...
  • Page 224 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 229. 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 225. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 225. 4. Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System 0 230. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 237.
  • Page 225 Vehicle Care 2.0L Engine...
  • Page 226: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 229. Engine Oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Engine Compartment Overview 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See To ensure proper engine 0 222 for the location. Engine Oil 0 225. performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil.
  • Page 227 Vehicle Care checking a cold engine prior to Caution (Continued) starting. Remove the dipstick and check the level. has so much oil that the oil level If unable to wait two hours, the gets above the cross-hatched engine must be off for at least area that shows the proper 15 minutes if the engine is operating range, the engine could...
  • Page 228 Vehicle Care Specification Dexos1 approved Mobil 1 Full Engine oil system flushes are not Synthetic 0W20 engine oil. recommended and could cause Ask for and use engine oils that engine damage not covered by the meet the dexos1 specification. Or any other 0W20 engine oil vehicle warranty.
  • Page 229: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System service people who will perform this 1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE. work and reset the system. It is also See Driver Information Center When to Change Engine Oil important to check the oil regularly (DIC) 0 127.
  • Page 230: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Vehicle Care The vehicle is not equipped with a How to Inspect the Engine Air transmission fluid level dipstick. Cleaner/Filter There is a special procedure for Do not start the engine or have the checking and changing the engine running with the engine air transmission fluid.
  • Page 231: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 4. Pull straight up on the cover, 2. Align the air cleaner/filter Caution and while holding the cover, housing cover tabs to the air remove the air cleaner/filter. cleaner/filter housing. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 5. Inspect or replace the air 3.
  • Page 232 Vehicle Care 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank overheating, the fan should be Warning and Pressure Cap running. If it is not, the vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. Do not touch heater or radiator Engine Coolant hoses, or other engine parts. They can be very hot and can The engine cooling system in the burn you.
  • Page 233 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Caution there would not be an overheat Do not use anything other than a warning. The engine could catch mix of DEX-COOL coolant that fire and you or others could be meets GM Standard burned. GMW3420 and clean, drinkable water.
  • Page 234 Vehicle Care The coolant surge tank is located in Warning (Continued) the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. See plain water or the wrong mixture, Engine Compartment Overview the engine could get too hot but 0 222. there would not be an overheat How to Add Coolant to the warning.
  • Page 235: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 5. Replace the pressure cap The decision may be made not to lift tightly. the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service 6. Verify coolant level after the help right away. engine is shut off and the coolant is cold.
  • Page 236: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle Care If Steam Is Coming from the Tows a trailer If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while Engine Compartment If the overheat warning is displayed parked. If the warning is still with no sign of steam: displayed, turn off the engine until it Warning 1.
  • Page 237: Brakes

    Vehicle Care Open the cap with the washer Caution (Continued) Warning symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Compartment Overview 0 222 for washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will reservoir location.
  • Page 238: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid A fluid leak in the brake specifications. See Capacities and hydraulic system. Have the Specifications 0 297. brake hydraulic system fixed. With a leak, the brakes will not Brake pads should be replaced as work well.
  • Page 239: Battery

    Vehicle Care When the brake fluid falls to a low Caution level, the brake warning light comes on. See Brake System Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the Light 0 121. vehicle's painted surfaces, the Brake fluid absorbs water over time paint finish can be damaged.
  • Page 240: All-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care All-Wheel Drive Do not use the accelerator Warning pedal, and be ready to turn off Transfer Case the engine immediately if it Batteries have acid that can burn starts. Under normal driving conditions, you and gas that can explode. transfer case fluid does not require 3.
  • Page 241: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle Care Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Replacement blades come in vehicle facing downhill. Keeping different types and are removed in your foot on the regular brake, set different ways. For proper type and the parking brake. length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 295.
  • Page 242: Gas Strut(S)

    Vehicle Care Rear Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the wiper blade: Warning 1. Lift the wiper arm away from The rear wiper blade and wiper arm the windshield. have a cover for protection. If the gas struts that hold open the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, To remove the cover: you or others could be seriously...
  • Page 243: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, see your dealer. Hood Liftgate Trunk...
  • Page 244: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Warning (Continued) For the proper type of replacement components, you could be bulbs, or any bulb changing seriously injured. Have your procedure not listed in this section, dealer or a qualified technician contact your dealer. service them. Halogen Bulbs After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a...
  • Page 245: Taillamps

    Vehicle Care 3. Remove bulb from the bulb 2. Remove the two screw caps 8. Push the bulb socket in and socket by pinching the tabs on and two screws from the turn it clockwise. the either side of the bulb and taillamp assembly.
  • Page 246: License Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 1. Bulb Socket Electrical System 2. Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly Electrical System To replace one of these bulbs: Overload 1. Open the liftgate partway. See The vehicle has fuses and circuit Liftgate 0 37. breakers to protect against an 2.
  • Page 247: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    Vehicle Care headlamp wiring checked right away Engine Compartment Danger if the lamps go on and off or Fuse Block remain off. Fuses and circuit breakers are Windshield Wipers marked with their ampere rating. Do not exceed the If the wiper motor overheats due to specified amperage rating when heavy snow or ice, the windshield replacing fuses and circuit...
  • Page 248 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Canister vent Fuel system Front heated seats Afterboil pump Lambda sensor 2 Fuel injectors odd 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...
  • Page 249 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 Driver side Mirror defroster Wiper control Ventilated Seat Starter Solenoid Steering column lock Variable functions /Fuel assembly...
  • Page 250: 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 251 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trailer brake Body control module 7 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning Exterior mirror blower Body control Body control module 1 module 2 Body control Cyber security module 4 Body control module 6 Body control module 3 Electric steering column lock...
  • Page 252: Block

    Vehicle Care The rear compartment fuse block is Fuses Usage Relays Usage behind a trim panel on the side of Body control the rear compartment. module 8 Logistics Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning Circuit Usage Breakers Passive entry, passive start Front auxiliary power outlet Liftgate latch...
  • Page 253 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 drive unit alert Relays Usage Trailer reverse lamps Right trailer stoplamp/Turn Rear heated seat 1 signal lamp...
  • Page 254: 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 255: Winter Tires

    Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire Summer Tires equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. This vehicle may come with high specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 263. performance summer tires.
  • Page 256: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care minimum air pressure needed to Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) support the vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. See use. If the tires have been Tire overloading and Vehicle Load Limits 0 165. subjected to 7 °C (20 °F) or less, overheating which could let them warm up in a heated lead to a blowout.
  • Page 257: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care the vehicle has not been driven could be damaged and would by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation for at least three hours or no not be covered by the vehicle pressure label. (If your vehicle has more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
  • Page 258: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care Please note that the TPMS is not a Always check the TPMS malfunction substitute for proper tire telltale after replacing one or more maintenance, and it is the driver's tires or wheels on your vehicle to responsibility to maintain correct tire ensure that the replacement or pressure, even if under-inflation has alternate tires and wheels allow the...
  • Page 259 Vehicle Care The low tire pressure warning light cycle until the problem is corrected. Caution may come on in cool weather when Some of the conditions that can the vehicle is first started, and then cause these to come on are: Tire sealant materials are not all turn off as the vehicle is driven.
  • Page 260 Vehicle Care the sensor matching process is When the low tire pressure warning the valve stem. When the performed successfully. See light comes on: recommended pressure is reached, your dealer for service. the horn sounds once. 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level Replacement tires or wheels do place.
  • Page 261 Vehicle Care If the tire fill alert does not operate There are two minutes to match the A message requesting due to TPMS interference, move the first tire/wheel position, and acceptance of the process may vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or five minutes overall to match all four display.
  • Page 262: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care identification code has been The tread or sidewall is unusual wear continues after the matched to the driver side rear rotation, check the wheel cracked, cut, or snagged tire, and the TPMS sensor alignment. deep enough to show cord or matching process is no longer fabric.
  • Page 263: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care the tires have been rotated. Lightly coat the center of the Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. See Tire Pressure 0 255 and wheel hub with wheel bearing Treadwear indicators appear when Vehicle Load Limits 0 165.
  • Page 264: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage GM strongly recommends If proper rotation and buying tires with the same TPC maintenance have been done, Tires age when stored normally Spec rating. all four tires should wear out at mounted on a parked vehicle. Park about the same time.
  • Page 265: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care load range, speed rating, and electronic systems such as antilock Warning brakes, rollover airbags, traction construction (radial) as the control, electronic stability control, original tires. Mixing tires of different sizes, or All-Wheel Drive, the performance brands, or types may cause Vehicles that have a tire of these systems can also be loss of control of the vehicle,...
  • Page 266: 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 267: 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 268 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack manual transmission in is provided with the vehicle, only 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
  • Page 269: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care Tire Changing 2. Fold the rear part of the load wheel cover in the cargo area floor to the front, pull it until you have the flat tire Removing the Spare Tire and repaired or replaced. rearward to disengage the Tools clips, then pull upward to remove it.
  • Page 270 Vehicle Care Locate the notch on the sheet Warning (Continued) metal weld flange. Place the center of the jack lift head on damage, be sure to fit the jack lift the center of the sheet metal head into the proper location notch.
  • Page 271 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the 7. Remove all of the wheel nuts. wheel wrench clockwise. Raise 8.
  • Page 272 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Never use oil or grease on bolts nuts. See Capacities and or nuts because the nuts might Specifications 0 297 for original come loose. The vehicle's wheel equipment wheel nut torque could fall off, causing a crash. specifications.
  • Page 273 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 274: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire repaired or replaced as soon as Caution convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area. Warning Tire chains will not fit the compact When using a compact spare tire, spare. Using them can damage Driving with more than one the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and the vehicle and the chains.
  • Page 275: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care Jump Starting 4. Good Battery Positive Caution Terminal For more information about the The jump start negative grounding Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery 0 238. stud (1) for the discharged battery is in costly damage to the vehicle If the battery has run down, try to to the left of the windshield washer that would not be covered by the...
  • Page 276 Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) Warning Warning damaged. Only use a vehicle that An electric fan can start up even Fans or other moving engine has a 12-volt system with a when the engine is not running parts can injure you badly. Keep negative ground for jump starting.
  • Page 277: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle from a flat road surface. Do not use the dead battery. If it will not the tow eye to pull the vehicle from start after a few tries, it snow, mud, or sand.
  • Page 278: Recreational Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Install the tow eye into the socket by turning it until it stops. When the tow eye is removed, reinstall the cover with the notch in the original position. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 277.
  • Page 279 Vehicle Care The towing capacity of the Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Caution (Continued) towing vehicle. Be sure to read Vehicles) the tow vehicle manufacturer's warranty. Do not tow the vehicle All-wheel-drive vehicles cannot be recommendations. with all four wheels on the towed with two wheels on the How far the vehicle will be ground.
  • Page 280 Vehicle Care 3. Set the parking brake. Towing the Vehicle from Caution the Rear 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Towing the vehicle from the rear 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's could damage it. Also, repairs instructions for preparing the would not be covered by the vehicle and dolly for towing.
  • Page 281: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the Locks correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. safety precautions, and Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any If using an automatic car wash,...
  • Page 282 Vehicle Care have the damage assessed and Be sure the molding is cool to Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as the touch before applying any calcium chloride and other salts, ice cleaning solution. may damage it. Use only melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Use only approved cleaning non-abrasive waxes and polishes sap, bird droppings, chemicals from...
  • Page 283 Vehicle Care Lamp covers are made of plastic, The vehicle may have a shutter Caution and some have a UV protective system designed to help increase coating. Do not clean or wipe them fuel economy. Keep the shutter Using wax on low gloss black when dry.
  • Page 284 Vehicle Care application. Black marks from Caution Caution (Continued) rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur clean cloth. See Recommended trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be Fluids and Lubricants 0 294.
  • Page 285: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care Body Component Lubrication Sheet Metal Damage Interior Care Lubricate all key lock cylinders, If the vehicle is damaged and To prevent dirt particle abrasions, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel requires sheet metal repair or regularly clean the vehicle's interior. fuel door hinge, and power assist replacement, make sure the body Immediately remove any soils.
  • Page 286 Vehicle Care To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass When lightly soiled, wipe with a the interior using the following sponge or soft, lint-free cloth To clean, use a terry cloth fabric cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. dampened with water. Wipe droplets Never use a razor or any other When heavily soiled, use warm left behind with a clean dry cloth.
  • Page 287 Vehicle Care 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, center. Fold the cleaning cloth Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and to a clean area frequently to Natural Open Pore Wood Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss...
  • Page 288: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Caution (Continued) Convenience Net Warning the appearance and feel of Wash with warm water and mild leather or soft trim, and are not detergent. Do not use chlorine If a floor mat is the wrong size or bleach.
  • Page 289 Vehicle Care Do not use a floor mat if the Removing and Replacing the vehicle is not equipped with a Floor Mat floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over.
  • Page 290: 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 291 Service and Maintenance have your dealer perform these The Additional Required Services - Maintenance services every 10 000 km/6,000 mi. Severe Service are for vehicles Schedule Proper vehicle maintenance helps to that are: keep the vehicle in good working Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Owner Checks and Services condition, improves fuel economy, in hot weather.
  • Page 292 Service and Maintenance indicate the need for vehicle service Check windshield washer fluid Check restraint system for up to a year. The engine oil and level. See Washer Fluid 0 235. components. See Safety System filter must be changed at least once Check 0 69.
  • Page 293 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect gas strut for airflow, windows fogging up, Every 240 000 km/150,000 mi signs of wear, cracks, or other or odors. Your local GM Service Drain and fill engine cooling damage. Check the hold open location can help you determine system.
  • Page 294 Service and Maintenance High use commercial vehicles frequent intervals. For further Special Application such as courier delivery assistance in determining the Services vehicles, private security patrol most suitable service vehicles or any vehicles that maintenance intervals for your Severe Commercial Use operate on a 24 hour basis.
  • Page 295 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 230. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
  • Page 296 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23279657 A3226C Engine Oil Filter 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 12640445 PF64 2.0L L4 Gas Engine...
  • Page 297: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification There may be a label on the inside Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the glove box that contains the Vehicle Identification following information: Number (VIN) ....296 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label .
  • Page 298 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 299 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap...
  • Page 300 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1.5L L4 Gas Engine 2.0L L4 Gas Engine...
  • Page 301: Customer Information

    Customer Information Customer Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders Recording and Information This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of Vehicle Data Recording and crash-like situations, such as an computers that record information...
  • Page 302 Customer Information These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee;...
  • Page 303: Index

    Index Index Airbags (cont'd) Readiness Light ....117 Accessories and Servicing Airbag-Equipped Modifications ....219 Vehicles .
  • Page 304 Index Automatic Transmission Buying New Tires ....263 Circuit Breakers ....246 Manual Mode .
  • Page 305 Index Cover Driving Electrical System (cont'd) Cargo ......100 Assistance Systems ..200 Rear Compartment Fuse Cruise Control .
  • Page 306 Index Fuel (cont'd) General Information (cont'd) Filling a Portable Fuel Towing ......211 Features Container ....210 Vehicle Care .
  • Page 307 Index Hill and Mountain Roads ..162 Lighting (cont'd) Exit ......144 Hill Descent Control (HDC) .
  • Page 308 Index Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Traction Control System Vehicle ..... . . 132 Engine ......225 (TCS)/StabiliTrak .
  • Page 309 Index Personalization Replacement Parts Seat Belts (cont'd) Vehicle ..... . . 133 Airbags ......81 How to Wear Seat Belts Power Maintenance .
  • Page 310 Index Service (cont'd) Steering (cont'd) Heated Wheel ....104 Maintenance, General Tachometer ..... 115 Information .
  • Page 311 Index Towing Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels (cont'd) Driving Characteristics ..211 Load Limits ....165 Replacement ....265 Equipment .
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