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Please read this information and your OwnerManual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience.
Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Your vehicle's instrument panel is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it. The instrument panel cluster includes these key features:
NOTE: See Section 3 of your Owner Manual for more information about what the lights, gauges and indicators on your vehicle's instrument panel tell you about your vehicle's operation.
This feature allows you to heat the front seatbacks and seat cushions simultaneously or just the seatbacks. The controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels.
Select a heat setting for both the seatback and seat cushion
Select a heat setting for the seatback only
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
Adjust lumbar support
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
The safety belt is designed to lock during an accident, but it will also lock if it is pulled out all the way during initial buckling, and you may be unaware that this has happened. If the safety belt does lock, unbuckle it and allow it to retract fully; then pull it out and rebuckle the belt.
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
A chime will sound and the safety belt light ( ) will be illuminated and flash for several seconds when the ignition key is turned to Run or Start, or at any time the vehicle is running, and the driver's safety belt is not buckled.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Passenger Sensing System, the chime will sound and a message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center for several seconds if the passenger's safety belt is not buckled under the same conditions.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Controls for the dimming feature, as well as OnStar® (if equipped) and the compass and temperature displays, are located on the bottom of the mirror.
When on, the automatic interior dimming rearview mirror dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you when it's dark outside.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
When automatic operation is active, the system will control the inside temperature, air delivery, air inlet andfan speed.
The MODE feature allows you to selectair delivery to the floor, the instrumentpanel outlets, or the windshield outlets.
: Recirculates interior air while in Vent, Bi-Level positions. Use this setting to get maximum cooling from the air conditioning system. To prevent window fogging, Recirculation will not operate in the Defog, Defrost or Floor mode.
: Clears windshield and front side windows of fog/frost.
: Clears rear glass of fog/frost and activates heated outside rearview mirrors (if equipped).
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
: Recirculates interior air while in Vent, Bi-Level positions. Use this setting to get maximum cooling from the air conditioning system. To prevent window fogging, Recirculation will not operate in the Defog, Defrost or Floor mode.
: Clears windshield and front side windows of fog/frost.
: Clears rear glass of fog/frost and activates heated outside rearview mirrors (if equipped).
: Turns the air conditioning system on and off. The button's LED will illuminate when the air conditioning system is on.
Note: When the climate control system is in the OFF position (
), outside air will continue to enter the vehicle and will be directed according to the mode position selected. This is normal climate control operation.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Your radio may have a button marked "H" or "HR" to represent hours and an "M" or "MIN" to represent minutes.
Note: The time may be set with the ignition on or off.
Load 1 CD
Load multiple CDs
Note: CDs with any labels may jam in the CD player. Label a CD using a permanent marker. If more than one CD is inserted into the slot at one time, or if scratched or damaged CDs are played, the CD player could be damaged. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without added labels; load one CD at a time; and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids and debris.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Your vehicle's Navigation Entertainment System provides you with detailed maps of all major highways and roads throughout the United States. After you enter a destination, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching your destination. In addition, the system can help you locate banks, airports, restaurants, post offices, ATMs and more.
See your Owner Manual or Navigation Entertainment System Quick Reference Guide for operating instructions.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Note: If your transmitter has a "rolling code" feature, this process may not work. Please refer to your Owner Manual.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
(OnStar/Voice Recognition)
(if equipped)
: This button will activate OnStar ® for use. If your vehicle is not equipped with the OnStar ® system, pressing this button will mute the radio.
Note: For additional OnStar ® features information, including Personal Calling and Virtual Advisor, see the OnStar ® section of your Owner Manual.
PROG: This button will cycle through the radio presets.
: Selects AM, FM, XM Satellite Radio (if equipped), cassette or CD.
: Seeks radio stations.
: Adjusts radio volume.
See Sections 2 and 3 of your Owner Manual.
Cruise control allows you to maintain a constant speed of 25 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Setting Cruise Control:
There are two ways to increase speed while cruising:
To reduce speed while cruising:
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
The buttons used to adjust the pedals are located on the driver's side door panel.
The vehicle must be in Park (P) for this feature to operate.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
If the mirrors have been folded manually, they must be moved through the power folding cycle three times to reset them in their tracks.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Note: Your DRLs or automatic headlamps will re-engage at the next key cycle.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center, you can program the alarm to the following:
Note: Your vehicle's factory default setting is Horn and Lamps. See the Personalizing Your Vehicle section of this booklet for more information.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
The sunroof controls are located in the overhead console.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of your vehicle's tires by illuminating the low tire pressure warning light ( ) on the instrument panel. The low tire pressure warning light will remain on until you correct the tire pressure.
You may also have a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message appear on the DIC (if equipped).
When the low tire pressure warning light illuminates, you must fill the tire to the proper tire inflation pressure. The Tire and Loading Information label shows the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than one mile.
You can temporarily remove the DIC message by acknowledging it with your DIC controls. However, at the next vehicle start-up, the DIC message will reappear if the tire pressure has not been corrected.
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive the vehicle. This could be an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
Note: The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about low tire pressure, but it doesn't replace normal monthly tire maintenance.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
The Midgate can be lowered with the rear window in place or while the window is secured in the Midgate storage pocket.
Note: To return the Midgate to its normal position, raise the Midgate up with a firm, swinging motion to ensure it closes with enough force to latch it securely.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Note: See Section 2 of your Owner Manual for important Midgate operation warnings.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Use the driver's door mounted controls to:
To set up for another driver:
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
To scroll though the features that can becustomized using the Driver Information Center:
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Press the trip information button to scroll through the Odometer, Trip A, Trip B, Tire Pressures, Timer and Engine Hours choices on the Driver Information Center.
This mode shows the total distance thevehicle has been driven in either milesor kilometers. Pressing the reset stemlocated on the instrument cluster withthe vehicle off will also display theodometer.
This mode shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP Ain either miles or kilometers.
This mode shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP B in either miles or kilometers.
To reset TRIP A or TRIP B information, press and hold the Select button () for one second while in one of the trip modes. This will reset the information for TRIP A or TRIP B. You can also reset TRIP A or TRIP B while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster. If you press and hold the reset stem or
for four seconds, the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for TRIP A or TRIP B.
The DIC can be used as a timer. Press while TIMER is displayed to start the timer. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including time the ignition is off, up to 99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds (99:59:59).
This mode shows the total number ofhours the engine has run. Pressing andholding the reset stem located on theinstrument cluster for about four sec-onds will also display the engine hoursafter the odometer is displayed when thevehicle is off.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Press the fuel information button to scroll through the Fuel Range, Fuel Used, Average Economy and Engine Oil Life selections on the Driver Information Center.
This mode shows the range in miles that the vehicle can travel with the current amount of fuel.
This mode shows the current amount of fuel used in gallons since the last reset for Fuel Used. This mode should be reset after every fuel tank fill-up.
This mode shows the average fuel econ omy in miles per gallon since the last reset for Average Economy.
This mode shows the percentage of oil life left until it is recommended to change the engine oil. An oil and filter change should be performed within 600 miles of the Change Oil message being displayed.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Following are examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle. It is important to become familiar with them, as they alert you to various vehicle operating conditions.
Adjustable Pedals (if equipped)
Air Bag Readiness and Warning Light
Air Conditioning (A/C)
Antilock Brake System Warning Light
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp Switch (requires Snow Plow Prep Package)
Battery Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light
Cargo Lamp Button
Content Theft Deterrent
Cruise Control Set
Dome Lamps Override Button
Driver Information Center Trip Information Button (on steering wheel)
Driver Information Center Fuel Information Button (on steering wheel)
Driver Information Center Personalization/Menu Button (on steering wheel)
Driver Information Center Select Button (on steering wheel)
Fog Lamps
Front and Side Window Defrost
Headlamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Off (for example, headlamp and climate controls)
Off/On (for example, inside rearview mirror)
On (for example, cruise control lever)
Parking Lamps
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light (if equipped)
Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Window Defogger
StabiliTrak ® – Stability Control System (if equipped)
Tow/Haul Mode Light
Roadside Assistance Chevrolet: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872)
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive around town or travel the open road.
Roadside Assistance features a toll-free number staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The advisors can provide minor repair information or make arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Chevrolet dealer.
The following services are provided at no expense to you for 3 years/36,000 miles:
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet's comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, the advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following information to the advisor:
Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet's judgment, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence.
If your vehicle is OnStar-equipped, press the blue OnStar button and the vehicle will send your current GPS location to an OnStar Advisor who will speak to you, assess your condition, contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact location so you will get the help you need.
The Chevrolet Owner Center at My GMLink is a complimentary service that provides a one-stop resource for Chevrolet owners. Exclusive member benefits include online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges and more. Sign up today at www.mygmlink.com.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice.
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