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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Chevrolet SS Sedan Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Trademarks and License Instrument Panel .
Page 3 2015 Chevrolet SS Sedan Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 4: Using This Manual
Index in the Warning indicates a hazard that to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, back of the manual. It is an could result in injury or death. the CHEVROLET Emblem, SS, and...
Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Chart
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : LATCH System Child Restraints Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle : Malfunction Indicator Lamp and what they mean. For more : Oil Pressure information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
Page 6 In Brief In Brief Steering Wheel Rear Cross Traffic Alert Adjustment ....1-10 (RCTA) System ... . 1-16 Interior Lighting .
Page 7 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-5. 10. Ignition. See Ignition Positions 22. Traction Control/Electronic on page 9-16. Stability Control on page 9-32. 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on 11. Solar Sensor. See Dual Front and Rear Parking Assist page 6-3.
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release and then immediately press and hold for at Information least four seconds to start the This section provides a brief engine from outside the vehicle. overview about some of the See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote important features that may or may Keyless Entry (RKE) System not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 10: Door Locks
In Brief The engine will continue to run for Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from the 10 minutes. After 30 seconds, inside: To lock or unlock the doors from the repeat the steps if a 10-minute outside: extension is desired.
Page 11: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Windows Express Window Operation Seat Adjustment Windows with an express-down or Power Seats express-up feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. Pull a window switch up or press it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down automatically.
Page 12: Memory Features
In Brief See Power Seat Adjustment on Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features page 3-3. Lumbar Adjustment To adjust the seatback: The SET, "1," "2," and 3 buttons on the driver door are used to Tilt the top of the control manually save and recall memory rearward to recline.
Page 13: Heated And Ventilated Seats
In Brief Heated and Ventilated See Heated and Ventilated Front Safety Belts Seats on page 3-6. Seats Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head...
Page 14: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment 3. Adjust the mirror to see a little of the vehicle, and the area behind System Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear the vehicle. view of the area behind the vehicle. Keep the switch (2) in the center The mirror automatically dims to when not adjusting the mirrors.
Page 15: Interior Lighting
1-10 In Brief Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment Dome Lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console. To adjust the steering wheel: The dome lamps are in the Press to turn the lamp overhead console. 1. Pull the lever down. on or off.
Page 16: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 Exterior Lighting See: Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6-2 Fog Lamps on page 6-3 Windshield Wiper/Washer The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the The rear reading lamps are in the steering wheel.
Page 17: Climate Controls
1-12 In Brief Climate Controls The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. INT: Move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the INT band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the lever down.
Page 18: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-13 9. Fan Control While in Sport Shift mode, move the Vehicle Features shift lever to the + (Plus) or 10. Rear Window Defogger (Minus) position to enable Active Steering Wheel Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control Select mode. System on page 8-1.
Page 19 1-14 In Brief Cruise Control hold upwards to accelerate. If cruise : Press to decline an control is already active, use to incoming call, or to end a current increase vehicle speed. call. Press to silence the vehicle speakers while using the SET/ : Move the thumbwheel down infotainment system.
Page 20 In Brief 1-15 displays amber if you follow a Side Blind Zone vehicle much too closely. When Alert (SBZA) approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing If equipped, SBZA will detect alert on the windshield and rapidly vehicles in the next lane over in the beeps.
Page 21: Parking Assist
1-16 In Brief Rear Cross Traffic Alert Automatic Parking To use the outlet, the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ (RCTA) System Assist (APA) ACCESSORY. Remove the cover to access the outlet and replace when If equipped, the RCTA system uses If equipped, the APA system helps not in use.
Page 22: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-17 Express-Open: Press and release Performance and the rear of the switch (1) to Maintenance express-open the sunroof. Vent/Close: Press and hold the Traction Control/ rear of the switch (2) to vent the Electronic Stability sunroof. Press and hold the front of the switch (2) to close.
Page 23 1-18 In Brief To turn off both traction control stop as soon as possible and inflate The oil life system should be reset and StabiliTrak, press and hold the tires to the recommended to 100% only following an oil the TCS/StabiliTrak button pressure shown on the Tire and change.
Page 24: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 Keep vehicle tires properly TTY Users (U.S. Only): inflated. 1-888-889-2438 Combine several trips into a Canada: 1-800-268-6800 single trip. As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
Page 25 1-20 In Brief NOTES...
Page 26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-16 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-17 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 27 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: The key that is part of the Remote Press the button on the RKE...
Page 28: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry See Remote Lock Feedback under If equipped, memory seat positions Vehicle Personalization on may be recalled when vehicle is (RKE) System Operation page 5-33. If a passenger door is unlocked and driver door is open. See Memory Seats on page 3-5 and The RKE transmitter may work up to open when...
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows from outside the vehicle using the Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Pressing the lock/unlock button will RKE transmitter. See Remote the Driver Door cause all doors to lock if any of the Vehicle Start on page 2-8. following occur: When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) The RKE transmitter buttons will not...
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Any vehicle door has been Programming with a Recognized disabled until on the interior door opened and all doors are now Transmitter is pressed, or until the vehicle is closed. turned on. A new transmitter can be Passive Locking programmed to the vehicle when To customize the doors to...
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Insert the new vehicle key into 5. Remove the transmitter from the 1. Insert the vehicle key into the the key lock cylinder on the key lock cylinder on the driver transmitter pocket and press driver door handle and turn the door handle and turn the key, To program additional...
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional 6. Remove the transmitter from the To start the vehicle: times. After the third time, all transmitter pocket and press previously known transmitters To program additional will no longer work with the transmitters, repeat Steps 4 6.
Page 33: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement The battery is not rechargeable. To 5. Snap the battery cover back on replace the battery: to the transmitter. Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY Remote Vehicle Start message displays in the DIC. See Key and Lock Messages on Remote start allows the engine to page 5-28.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn on the hazard warning Starting the Vehicle Extending Engine Run Time flashers. To start the engine using the remote To extend to 20 minutes, repeat Turn the vehicle on and then off. start feature: Steps 1 3 while the engine is still running.
Page 35 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from the Warning (Continued) inside: Pushing down the manual lock Warning injuries or even death from knob on the driver door will lock heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be all doors.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 If equipped with a manual Power Door Locks If any door is open when locking the transmission, remove the key vehicle, three chimes will signal that from the ignition when parked. the delayed locking feature is active. Five seconds after the last door is Automatic door unlocking can be closed, all of the doors will lock.
Page 37: Safety Locks
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Lockout Protection can be manually If equipped, the safety lock is Doors overridden with the driver door open located on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use the safety lock: by pressing and holding on the Trunk power door lock switch.
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Emergency Trunk Release Warning (Continued) Handle Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control Systems in the Index.
Page 39: Vehicle Security
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows The emergency trunk release Vehicle Security On Solid: Vehicle is secured handle is behind the center rear during the delay to arm the system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent seat. To access, press the button at Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured.
Page 40: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 The vehicle alarm system will not Disarming the System Immobilizer arm if the doors are locked with To disarm the system, do one of the See Radio Frequency Statement on the key. following: page 13-12. If the driver door is opened without Press on the RKE transmitter.
Page 41: Exterior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the RKE transmitter appears to be Exterior Mirrors undamaged, try another transmitter or if equipped with Keyless Access, Convex Mirrors place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket in the center Warning console. See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery The security light in the instrument A convex mirror can make things,...
Page 42: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with memory seats, the Manual Folding Mirrors outside mirrors have a reverse tilt The vehicle has manual folding feature. This feature tilts the outside mirrors. These mirrors can be folded mirrors to a preselected position inward to prevent damage when when the vehicle is in R (Reverse).
Page 43: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows Power Windows Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning Warning Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Children could be seriously Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind your injured or killed if caught in the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, vehicle.
Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 The power window switches on the Express Window Anti-Pinch Press to prevent rear seat driver door control all the windows. Feature passengers from operating the Each passenger door has a switch windows. The indicator light If an object is in the path of the that controls only that window.
Page 45: Sun Visors
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Repeat for each window. Roof Open/Close: Press and hold the rear or front of the switch (1) to Sun Visors open or close the sunroof. The Sunroof sunshade automatically opens with the sunroof, but must be closed On vehicles with a sunroof, the manually.
Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.
Page 47 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 48 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... . 3-11 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Safety Belt Use During Vehicle ..... 3-25 Restraints Pregnancy .
Page 49: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint,...
Page 50: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats To adjust the seat: Move the seat forward or The vehicle s rear seats have head Power Seat Adjustment rearward by sliding the control restraints in the outboard seating forward or rearward. positions that cannot be adjusted. Raise or lower the seat by The rear outboard head restraints Warning...
Page 51 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 safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 52 Seats and Restraints Memory Seats 2. Press and release SET. A beep will sound. 3. Immediately press and hold 1 until two beeps sound. 4. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using 2 and/or a third driver using 3. Manually Recalling Memory Positions If the vehicle is off or not in...
Page 53: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints If automatically recalling the Automatically Recalling Memory To stop the recall movement, press position, press and hold the Positions any of the memory, power mirror, appropriate manual control for or power seat controls. The Auto (Automatic) Memory the memory item that is not Recall feature automatically recalls RKE transmitters are not labeled...
Page 54 Seats and Restraints and when it is hot outside the Press to heat the driver or Warning (Continued) ventilated seats turn on. The heated passenger seat. or ventilated seats are canceled the seat that insulates against Press to ventilate the driver when the ignition is turned on.
Page 55: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Safety Belts This section of the manual Rear Seat describes how to use safety belts Pass-Through Door properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. Warning Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly.
Page 56 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed. Do not allow Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle with seats and safety belts.
Page 57: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 58: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-11 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it All seating positions in the vehicle get twisted. have a lap-shoulder belt. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if The following instructions explain you pull the belt across you very how to wear a lap-shoulder belt...
Page 59: Safety Belt Pretensioners
3-12 Seats and Restraints To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle.
Page 60: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-13 belt system will need to be replaced. A pregnant woman should wear a use it for securing child seats. To See Replacing Safety Belt System lap-shoulder belt, and the lap wear it, attach it to the regular safety Parts after a Crash on page 3-14.
Page 61: Safety Belt Care
3-14 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care New parts and repairs may be Warning (Continued) necessary even if the safety belt Keep belts clean and dry. system was not being used at the crash. To help make sure the time of the crash. safety belt systems are working Warning Have the safety belt pretensioners...
Page 62: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG on the trim or on a label to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following near the deployment opening. airbags: Warning For frontal airbags, the word...
Page 63: Where Are The Airbags
3-16 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Warning Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Passenger Side Shown, Driver The driver knee airbag is below the Side Similar Side Similar steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact The roof-rail airbags for the driver, glove box.
Page 65: When Should An Airbag
3-18 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at or even death.
Page 66: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Knee airbags are designed to inflate system predicts that the vehicle is wheel or the instrument panel. In in moderate to severe frontal about to roll over on its side, or in a moderate to severe side collisions, impacts.
Page 67: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
3-20 Seats and Restraints Airbags should never be regarded the windshield or being able to steer fuel system after the airbags inflate. as anything more than a supplement the vehicle, nor does it prevent The feature may also activate, to safety belts. people from leaving the vehicle.
Page 68: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Let only qualified technicians In many crashes severe enough to OFF will be visible. See Passenger work on the airbag systems. inflate the airbag, windshields are Airbag Status Indicator on Improper service can mean that broken by vehicle deformation. page 5-11.
Page 69 3-22 Seats and Restraints A front outboard passenger Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) takes his/her weight off of the the front. This is because the risk to seat for a period of time. the rear-facing child is so great, inflate under some unusual if the airbag inflates.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints 3-23 For some children, including If the On Indicator Is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child children in child restraints, and for restraint and restarting the Child Restraint very small adults, the passenger vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, The passenger sensing system is sensing system may or may not turn turn the vehicle off.
Page 71 3-24 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material Warning (Continued) from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Sized Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat serious injury or even death. An heaters, or seat massagers. Also adult-sized occupant should not remove laptops or other ride in the front outboard...
Page 72: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints 3-25 operates. We recommend that you the seat. If the passenger airbag Servicing the not use seat covers or other is turned on, the on indicator will Airbag-Equipped Vehicle aftermarket equipment except when be lit. approved by GM for your specific Airbags affect how the vehicle If the front passenger seat gets wet, vehicle.
Page 73: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
3-26 Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Warning (Continued) have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels on page 10-52 for proper service procedures, and diagnostic module, and airbag additional important information.
Page 74: Replacing Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Child Restraints Caution Warning (Continued) Older Children If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting may not work properly. Do not in serious injury or even death. To open or break the airbag help make sure the airbag coverings.
Page 75 3-28 Seats and Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that Q: What is the proper way to Warning come with the booster seat state the wear safety belts? weight and height limitations for that A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child booster.
Page 76: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Warning Warning Never allow a child to wear the Children can be seriously injured safety belt with the shoulder belt or strangled if a shoulder belt is behind their back. A child can be wrapped around their neck. The seriously injured by not wearing shoulder belt can tighten but the lap-shoulder belt properly.
Page 77 3-30 Seats and Restraints appropriate child restraints. Neither Warning (Continued) the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed the front outboard seat, always for them. move the front passenger seat as Children who are not restrained far back as it will go. properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Page 78 Seats and Restraints 3-31 weight, height, and age but also Warning Warning (Continued) whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor To reduce the risk of neck and any bony structure. This alone vehicle in which it will be used. head injury during a crash, infants could cause serious or fatal For most basic types of child...
Page 79: Child Restraint Systems
3-32 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 80: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 81 3-34 Seats and Restraints Whenever possible, children aged Child restraints and booster seats Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in vary considerably in size, and some a rear seating position. may fit in certain seating positions system is fail-safe. No one can better than others.
Page 82: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle.
Page 83 3-36 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 84: System
Seats and Restraints 3-37 To assist in locating the lower 1. Outboard Lower Anchors Do not secure a child restraint in a anchors, each seating position with position without a top tether anchor 2. Center Lower Anchors lower anchors has two labels, near if a national or local law requires The outboard lower anchors (1) are the crease between the seatback...
Page 85 3-38 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Caution correctly. In a crash, the child Children can be seriously injured Do not let the LATCH could be seriously injured or or strangled if a shoulder belt is attachments rub against the killed.
Page 86 Seats and Restraints 3-39 does not have lower 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten If the position you are using attachments or the desired the top tether according to does not have a head seating position does not have your child restraint restraint and you are using lower anchors, secure the child instructions and the...
Page 87: Replacing Latch System
3-40 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using If the position you are using and forth. There should be no does not have a head has a fixed head restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of restraint and you are using and you are using a single movement for proper installation.
Page 88: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-41 New parts and repairs may be that the top tether be anchored, or if around the restraint. The child necessary even if the LATCH the instructions that come with the restraint instructions will show system was not being used at the child restraint say that the top strap you how.
Page 89 3-42 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-35 for more information.
Page 90: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Securing Child Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) (Front Passenger Seat) A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints This vehicle has airbags. A rear restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the seat is a safer place to secure a or killed if the front outboard airbag(s) are off.
Page 91 3-44 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions of must be anchored. the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child In Canada, the law requires that restraint instructions will show forward-facing child restraints have...
Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-45 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 93 3-46 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 94: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .
Page 95: Center Console Storage
Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net Attach four corner loops (1) to the top two hooks on the vehicle (two loops on one side, two loops on the There is storage under the center other) and attach the two center console armrest.
Page 96: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof Rack System For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have Warning crossrails included, GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an If something is carried on top of accessory.
Page 97 Storage control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-11.
Page 98 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Charging System Light ..5-11 Information Displays Malfunction Driver Information Controls Indicator Lamp ... . . 5-12 Center (DIC) ....5-20 Service Vehicle Soon Head-Up Display (HUD) .
Page 99: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Speed Messages ..5-32 Controls Do not adjust the tilt and telescope Washer Fluid Messages ..5-32 lever while driving. Window Messages ... 5-32 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Vehicle Personalization...
Page 100: Horn
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity (Mute/End Call): Press to Control): Move the windshield decline an incoming call, or to end a current call. Press to silence the wiper lever to INT. Turn the vehicle speakers while using the band on the wiper lever to adjust the infotainment system.
Page 101: Clock
Instruments and Controls Keep this area of the windshield will continue until the lever is 3. Select Time and Date. clear of debris to allow for best released or the maximum wash time 4. Select the desired setting to system performance. is reached.
Page 102 Instruments and Controls To use the outlet, the ignition must Caution Caution be in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Remove the cover to Adding any electrical equipment Hanging heavy equipment from access the outlet and replace when to the vehicle may damage it or the power outlet can cause not in use.
Page 103: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 104: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster...
Page 105: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer When the ignition is on, the fuel Caution gauge shows how much fuel is left The speedometer shows the in the fuel tank. When the indicator If the engine is operated with the vehicle's speed in either kilometers nears empty, a message in the rpm s in the warning area at the per hour (km/h) or miles per...
Page 106: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls The indicator moves a little while If the vehicle has been operated driver remains or becomes turning a corner or speeding up. under normal driving conditions, pull unbuckled while the vehicle is off the road, stop the vehicle, and moving.
Page 107: Airbag Readiness Light
5-10 Instruments and Controls The front passenger safety belt that passengers may need to fasten reminder light and chime may turn their safety belts. After the on if an object is put on the seat passenger safety belt is buckled, such as a briefcase, handbag, the corresponding safety belt grocery bag, laptop, or other...
Page 108: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Passenger Airbag Status If the word ON is lit on the Warning (Continued) passenger airbag status indicator, it Indicator means that the front outboard away. See Airbag Readiness passenger frontal airbag and knee This vehicle has a passenger Light on page 5-10 for more airbag are allowed to inflate.
Page 109: Malfunction
5-12 Instruments and Controls system. Have it checked by your Caution (Continued) dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery. the vehicle fuel economy might If a short distance must be driven not be as good, and the engine with the light on, be sure to turn off might not run as smoothly.
Page 110 Instruments and Controls 5-13 follow the previous steps and see stalling when the vehicle is Caution (Continued) your dealer for service as soon as changed into gear, misfiring, possible. hesitation on acceleration, to pass a required Emission or stumbling on acceleration. Light On Steady: An emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
Page 111: Service Vehicle Soon
5-14 Instruments and Controls The OBD II (On-Board emission system test equipment will Service Vehicle Soon Diagnostics) system determines likely connect to the vehicle's Data Light that critical emission control Link Connector (DLC). systems have not been completely diagnosed. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection.
Page 112: Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls 5-15 If the warning light comes on, there Center (DIC). See Brake System Warning (Continued) is a brake problem. Have the brake Messages on page 5-26 for more system inspected right away. information. the vehicle has been pulled off If the light does not come on, the road and carefully stopped, or remains flashing, see your dealer.
Page 113: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-16 Instruments and Controls See Electric Parking Brake on vehicle needs service. A chime may This light comes on with the word page 9-29. If a message displays in also sound when the light comes on Sport underneath it when Sport the Driver Information Center (DIC), steady.
Page 114: Traction Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 This light changes to amber and This light and the StabiliTrak OFF If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off, flashes to indicate that the lane light come on when StabiliTrak is the system does not assist in marking has been crossed without turned off.
Page 115: Tire Pressure Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls message may display. Check the When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light DIC messages to determine which This indicates that one or more of feature(s) is no longer functioning the tires are significantly Caution and whether the vehicle requires underinflated.
Page 116: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 This light should come on briefly as Security Light High-Beam On Light the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly.
Page 117: Lamps On Reminder
5-20 Instruments and Controls The light goes out when the fog For vehicles with cruise control, the Information Displays lamps are turned off. See Fog cruise control light is white when the Lamps on page 6-3 for more cruise control is on and ready, and Driver Information information.
Page 118 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Instantaneous Fuel Economy recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel Average Vehicle Speed tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. Navigation Average Fuel Economy Digital Speedometer This display shows the approximate The speedometer, available on average liters per 100 kilometers (L/ 1.
Page 119 5-22 Instruments and Controls gallon (mpg). This number reflects Vehicle Information Menu Items normal. See Charging System Light only the approximate fuel economy on page 5-11. If there is a problem Press MENU on the turn signal that the vehicle has right now and with the battery charging system, lever until Vehicle Information menu changes frequently as driving...
Page 120: Head-Up Display (Hud)
Instruments and Controls 5-23 per square inch (psi). See Tire been changed. It cannot be reset Caution Pressure Monitor Operation on accurately until the next oil change. page 10-45. To reset the engine oil life system, If you try to use the HUD image press SET/CLR while the Oil Life Remaining Oil Life as a parking aid, you may...
Page 121 5-24 Instruments and Controls PAGE (Display View): Press to Page one displays: select the display view. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the display. Turn completely counterclockwise to turn the display off. The HUD image will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting.
Page 122: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Page four displays: HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages Check that: Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or Nothing is covering the HUD lens. some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple HUD brightness setting is not messages may display one after the too dim or too bright.
Page 123: Battery Voltage And Charging
5-26 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages STEP ON BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message displays when BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the attempting to release the electric brake fluid level is low. See Brake parking brake without the brake This message displays when the Fluid on page 10-19.
Page 124: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-27 LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE Messages This message will display when the driver side rear door is open. Close This message displays and a A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH the door completely. continuous chime sounds if the ENGINE TEMP engine cooling system reaches...
Page 125: Engine Power Messages
5-28 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL Engine Power Messages Key and Lock Messages On some vehicles, this message ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED NO REMOTE DETECTED displays when the engine oil level This message displays when the This message displays when the may be too low.
Page 126: Lamp Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-29 See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Object Detection System when it is temporarily unavailable. Transmitter Battery under Remote The LDW system does not need Messages Keyless Entry (RKE) System service. Operation on page 2-3. FORWARD COLLISION This message could be due to the ALERT OFF camera being blocked.
Page 127: Ride Control System
5-30 Instruments and Controls SERVICE PARKING ASSIST vehicles in the blind zone, or the Security Messages vehicle is passing through an open This message displays if there is a THEFT ATTEMPTED area, such as the desert, where problem with the Parking Assist there is insufficient data for This message displays if the vehicle system.
Page 128: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-31 SERVICE SUSPENSION TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE More than one tire pressure message can be received at a time. SYSTEM This message displays when the To read the other messages that system is learning new tires. See This message displays when the may have been sent at the same Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on Magnetic Ride Control system has...
Page 129: Vehicle Reminder
5-32 Instruments and Controls appropriate for the vehicle speed Vehicle Reminder Washer Fluid Messages and engine revolutions per Messages WASHER FLUID LOW ADD minute (rpm). See Manual Mode on page 9-25. FLUID ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message may display when the SHIFT TO PARK washer fluid level is low.
Page 130: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Vehicle 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Time and Date highlight the desired setting. To adjust the time and date settings, Personalization 4. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to see Clock on page 5-4. select the desired setting menu. Use the audio system controls to Radio Settings access the personalization menus...
Page 131 5-34 Instruments and Controls settings where background noise is Number of Favorite Pages Home Page Menu typically louder than the sound Select to set the number of FAV Select to customize the first page of system volume. pages to be displayed. the Home Page.
Page 132 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Map Display: Select to change Lighting Remote Start Auto Heat Seat the screen background. Power Door Locks When on and it is cold outside, the To change the overall brightness heated seats will turn on Remote Lock/Unlock/Start setting for the display, use the automatically.
Page 133 5-36 Instruments and Controls Select Normal or High. Rear Cross Traffic Alert Power Door Locks This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Select and the following may Button Chime Alert feature to be turned on or off. display: Select to turn this feature on or off. See Assistance Systems for Parking Open Door Anti Lock Out or Backing on page 9-41.
Page 134 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Delay Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Select All Doors or Driver Door Only. When on, this feature will delay the This allows the selection of what locking of the doors. To override the type of feedback is given when Passive Door Lock delay, press the power door lock locking the vehicle with the Remote...
Page 135 5-38 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 136: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting (Headlamps): Turns on the Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 headlamps together with the parking Headlamp High/Low-Beam lamps and instrument panel lights.
Page 137: Daytime Running
Lighting Daytime Running The headlamps automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps Lamps (DRL) depending on the darkness of the surroundings. See Automatic DRL can make it easier for others to Headlamp System following. see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 138: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The automatic headlamp system Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane defaults to on with each ignition change, the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals cycle. does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Hazard Warning Flashers Have any burned out bulbs replaced.
Page 139: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The lamps dim to off after all doors are closed. They turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is Instrument Panel turned off. They turn off immediately Illumination Control if the ignition is turned on and all doors are closed.
Page 140: Lighting Features
Lighting Rear Reading Lamps Lighting Features Battery Power Protection To prevent the battery from being Entry Lighting drained, the glove box, trunk, and reading lamps automatically turn off Some exterior lamps and most of 10 minutes after the ignition is the interior lamps turn on briefly turned off.
Page 141 Lighting NOTES...
Page 142 Infotainment System Infotainment Pandora Internet Radio ..7-22 Global Positioning Stitcher Internet Radio ..7-27 System (GPS) ....7-65 System Pictures .
Page 143: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up phone numbers in Introduction The infotainment system has built-in advance so they can be called features intended to help avoid easily by pressing a single distraction by disabling some Infotainment button or by using a single voice functions when driving.
Page 144: Overview
Infotainment System Overview 7. Disc Slot (CD) 8. SEEK The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons, touch screen, steering wheel controls, and voice recognition. 9. NAV (Navigation) See Using the System on page 7-5. 10. BACK 11. TUNE/MENU 12.
Page 145 Infotainment System Press to turn the system on Continue pressing to cycle previous track. If longer than and off. through the full map and split five seconds, the current track screens. starts from the beginning. (Phone/Mute): BACK : Press to return to the USB or Bluetooth Audio: Press Press to enter the phone main and hold to quickly reverse...
Page 146: Steering Wheel Controls
Infotainment System Steering Wheel Controls Home Page SRC to skip to the next song or show using Stitcher. See Stitcher Depending on the vehicle options, Internet Radio on page 7-27. some audio functions can be controlled through the steering (Volume): Press + to wheel controls.
Page 147 Infotainment System ® Home Page Customization 2. Press an icon to switch with AM, FM, SiriusXM (if equipped), another icon. USB/iPod, Pandora (if equipped), Stitcher, Bluetooth Audio, and AUX. 3. Press Done. See AM-FM Radio on page 7-11, To restore Home Page 1 defaults: Satellite Radio on page 7-14, 1.
Page 148 Infotainment System Press the Destination screen button Press the Config screen button to Press the Pictures screen button to to display the Destination Entry display the Config main page. From view pictures on your USB drive or home page or the Destination Menu. this display, adjust features such as SD card.
Page 149 Infotainment System Press the AM screen button to Press the Pandora screen button (if Press the Bluetooth screen button display the AM main page and play equipped) to display the Pandora to display the Bluetooth Audio main the current or last tuned AM station. home page and stream page to play music through a See AM-FM Radio on page 7-11.
Page 150 Infotainment System Press the USB screen button to Press the Weather screen button (if Press the Movies screen button (if display the USB main page and play equipped) to display the weather equipped) to show detailed local the current or last track selected. main page.
Page 151: Software Updates
Radio Displays information. For vehicles with high gloss Website Information surfaces or vehicle displays, use a In the U.S., see www.chevrolet.com microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface with the In Canada, see microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle www.chevrolet.gm.ca...
Page 152: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 Radio 10 minutes. Opening the driver door Infotainment System Settings will not turn the radio off when Tone Settings pressing the power button. AM-FM Radio To access the tone settings, press Some radios may stay on longer the Tone Settings button on the Playing the Radio and reset the time for 10 minutes if...
Page 153 7-12 Infotainment System Balance: Press the L or R button for more sound from the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the left and right speakers. Finding a Station Press SRCE or SRC on the steering wheel controls to select AM, FM, XM, Pandora (if equipped), Stitcher, USB, AUX, and Bluetooth Audio.
Page 154 Infotainment System 7-13 XM (If Equipped) Storing Radio Station Presets To change the number of favorite pages displayed: Up to 36 preset stations can be 1. Press Config on the stored. AM, FM, and XM can be Home Page. mixed. 2.
Page 155: Radio Data System (Rds)
7-14 Infotainment System Radio Data System (RDS) program type (PTY) for current When SiriusXM is active, the programming and the name of the channel name, number, category RDS features are available for use program being broadcasted. name, song title, and artist display only on FM stations that broadcast on the screen.
Page 156 Infotainment System 7-15 To store an Artist or Song: SiriusXM Categories 4. Select or deselect any category to be used in XM mode. 1. Press Menu when the Artist or SiriusXM channels are organized in A checkmark will indicate that Song is on XM.
Page 157 7-16 Infotainment System Traffic flow information (rate of ® NavTraffic (If Equipped) speed data). Flow data might not The navigation system might have a be available in all markets. SiriusXM NavTraffic receiver. It is a Traffic information is delivered to the subscription service provided vehicle by the SiriusXM Radio through SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Page 158 Infotainment System 7-17 Choose Fuel Type: The fuel SiriusXM Travel Link (If SiriusXM Travel Link Fuel Prices available fuel types are Regular Equipped) When SiriusXM Travel Link (unleaded), Mid-Range, information is available, the system The infotainment system may have Premium, and Diesel. will display a list of fuel stations ®...
Page 159 7-18 Infotainment System and theater information for movies vehicle is moving. The direction From the Home Page, press the close to the vehicle location. The arrow represents the location of the SiriusXM Weather screen button. Movie feature provides detailed theater from the current vehicle The system displays the current theater and movie information location.
Page 160 Infotainment System 7-19 Allow approximately 15 minutes for If a destination is set, there is the vehicle is currently located, if the the current weather in the area to option to view weather conditions system was modified to view display. for up to three locations along the weather conditions in another city.
Page 161: Radio Reception
7-20 Infotainment System Radio Reception things like storms and power lines Backglass Antenna interfere with radio reception. When Frequency interference, and static The AM-FM antenna is integrated this happens, try reducing the treble can occur during normal radio with the rear window defogger in the on the radio.
Page 162: Multi-Band Antenna
Infotainment System 7-21 Quick Info OnStar Turn-by-Turn: Displays Caution the next maneuver in a route. See ® OnStar Destination Download on Do not apply aftermarket glass page 7-59. tinting with metallic film. The 5-day Forecast: Displays the metallic film in some tinting 5-day forecast for the weather materials will interfere with or station closest to the current...
Page 163: Pandora Internet Radio
7-22 Infotainment System ® On a BlackBerry phone, go to Pandora Internet Radio 2. To launch, do one of the the BlackBerry App World following: Pandora (if equipped) is a free search for Pandora. Launch the application on Internet radio service that streams ®...
Page 164 Infotainment System 7-23 If the Please See Device message Press and say 2. Use one of the following to is shown, the login screen may launch: Pandora or Tune display on the device. Pandora. Launch the application on If the Please unlock your phone or the device.
Page 165 7-24 Infotainment System Unlock the phone, close the app, remainder of the track. This helps and then restart the app to ensure Pandora choose which tracks proper communication. should play on this station. (Next Track): When pressed, Pandora Menus Pandora changes to the next track. Press Menu on the Pandora (Play/Pause): Press on the main page.
Page 166 Infotainment System 7-25 For Android and BlackBerry Pandora Skip Limit Pandora Troubleshooting devices, check that the device is Pandora limits the number of skips Unable to Connect Device to paired with the vehicle, and the allowed on their service. When the Vehicle Bluetooth icon on the display is skip limit is reached,...
Page 167 7-26 Infotainment System Loss of Audio those apps from the phone or No Stations Found: Logged in but remove Pandora and Bluetooth no stations have been created. Loss of Pandora audio can happen from the task lists. Press OK to continue. in different ways: If the connection is lost between the Please Unlock Your Phone or...
Page 168: Stitcher Internet Radio
Infotainment System 7-27 Stitcher Internet Radio To install Stitcher: Using the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad On an Android phone or Tablet ® Stitcher SmartRadio is an Internet with Internet connection, go to 1. Plug the device into the USB radio service that streams news, port.
Page 169 7-28 Infotainment System If nothing happens when the 2. Use one of the following to Unlock the phone, close the app, available Stitcher screen button is launch: then restart the app to ensure pressed, download the latest proper communication. Press the application on the Stitcher application and retry.
Page 170 Infotainment System 7-29 Stitcher Station Categories: (Play/Pause): Press on the Displays categories by topic. radio to pause playback. Press again to resume. When a category then sub-category is selected, the radio will start Stitcher Advertisement playing the first program in that Stitcher may display sub-category.
Page 171 7-30 Infotainment System incorrectly. Remove those apps Loss of Audio If pressing OK does not clear the from the phone or remove Stitcher issue, see Please Unlock Your Loss of Stitcher audio can happen and Bluetooth from the task lists. Phone or Restart Phone App and due to: Try Again under Common Stitcher...
Page 172: Pictures
Infotainment System 7-31 Please Choose a New Station: 1. Press the Pictures screen button The end of the station has been on the Home Page. reached and there is no more 2. The system does a search to content to play. Select a new station find the picture folders.
Page 173: Audio Players
7-32 Infotainment System Do not apply labels to discs. The Timer, and Shuffle Images display Audio Players labels could get caught in the as options for configuring the view player. of images stored in the system. CD Player Insert only one disc at a time. If the displayed picture screen is not The CD player is capable of playing: used within six seconds, the upper...
Page 174: Error Messages
Infotainment System 7-33 Press and hold to fast forward On the CD main page, the track Press to eject a disc from the through a track. Release the number displays and the Song, CD player. If the disc is not removed button to return to playing Artist, and Album information within a short period of time, it is...
Page 175: Usb
7-34 Infotainment System The air is very humid. Try the USB Media Formats be hard to pronounce, irregular disc again later. spellings, and nicknames. For The USB port will support the example, Gracenote helps the There was a problem while following media formats: system understand artist names like burning the disc.
Page 176 Infotainment System 7-35 cover art is found Gracenote will not be available until the radio has use generic Genre graphics or completed indexing the device. images of artists. Devices with more music may take longer to index. The device will More Like This index when plugged into the radio The Gracenote database contains...
Page 177 7-36 Infotainment System File systems supported: FAT32, Press on the steering While the USB source is active, use NTFS, Linux, and HFS+. the following to operate USB wheel controls to select songs function: by Artist, Album, Song Title, The following restrictions apply or Song Genre.
Page 178 Infotainment System 7-37 Press and hold to advance Folders: Press to open a folder list 3. Select a song from the list to quickly through playback. to access the files within the folder begin playback. Release to return to playing structure.
Page 179 7-38 Infotainment System ® Playing from an iPod 2. Connect the other end to the Use the iPod Menu to select: USB port in the center console. Shuffle: Press to play the tracks This feature supports the following iPod music information displays on randomly.
Page 180 Infotainment System 7-39 2. Select a playlist name to view a 2. Select the song from the list to Audiobooks: list of all songs in the playlist. begin playback. 1. Press to view the audiobooks on 3. Select the song from the list to Genres: the iPod.
Page 181: Auxiliary Devices
7-40 Infotainment System radio is selected. If a phone call is Bluetooth Audio and Voice automatically begins playing audio received while listening to the iPod Recognition from the device over the vehicle source and there is no audio for the speakers.
Page 182 Infotainment System 7-41 To play music through a Bluetooth When a phone is connected to the When selecting Bluetooth audio as device: system through Bluetooth Audio the a source, the radio may source to phone notifications and sounds may Bluetooth Audio Paused screen and 1.
Page 183: Onstar System
7-42 Infotainment System OnStar System Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR Navigation (1-888-466-7827) to connect to an ® OnStar Advisor for assistance. See OnStar with 4G LTE Using the Navigation www.onstar.com for a detailed System instruction guide, vehicle availability, details, and system limitations. Use the NAV button on the Services and apps vary by make, faceplate or Home Page to access model, year, carrier, availability, and...
Page 184 Infotainment System 7-43 The available line items may display Heading Indicator Map Modes on the Navigation Menu: Press Heading Indicator to display Press to change the view of the the Map View. There are three maps while using the navigation Destination Entry/Route Menu indicator settings: function.
Page 185 7-44 Infotainment System Traffic Settings: Press to Map Settings Nearby POIs customize traffic options. This Press to enter the submenu to feature can also be accessed by change Map Display settings and pressing the traffic light screen enable Speed Limit display on map. button displayed at the left lower side of the map screen.
Page 186 Infotainment System 7-45 Press the Map Scale + or Switch Route Time/Destination Map Adjustments button on the lower corners of Press to customize the Arrival/ The system lets you adjust the scale the map screen or the different Travel time and Waypoint/ of view on the map.
Page 187: Maps
7-46 Infotainment System Press and hold the screen in any Maps The map database may not include direction outside the scroll data for newly constructed areas, This section includes basic symbol to scroll the map in that map database corrections, or long information about the map direction.
Page 188 Infotainment System 7-47 Select this screen symbol to change the view to Heading up or 3D. The destination symbol marks the final destination after a route has been planned. This symbol indicates that the map view is Heading up. Heading up view displays the If waypoints have been added to the direction the vehicle is traveling at current route, each waypoint...
Page 189 7-48 Infotainment System This symbol on the right of the map screen displays the speed limit while on a route. The speed limit may not be accurate due to changes from the Department of Transportation, the local municipalities or older map data. The No GPS symbol appears when Always follow the posted speed limit there is no Global Positioning...
Page 190: Destination
Infotainment System 7-49 Destination QWERTY or ABC: Press to toggle If no state or province has been between QWERTY or ABC entered previously, the city and keyboard character layouts. state fields are not available. Press the screen button at the right of the Symbols or ÄÖ: Use to select city name to select a state or symbols.
Page 191 7-50 Infotainment System City: Enter a city name. 3. Go to the State/Province line option and select. The Province Street: Enter a street name. entry screen displays. Select the House No.: Enter a valid address Country line option. The Country number.
Page 192 Infotainment System 7-51 Select the Country line option. 2. Make sure the correct country, The available Country List state/province, and city are displays. present, then select Search. Add the city location to narrow down 4. Select the desired country. For the results of the search.
Page 193 7-52 Infotainment System Previous Destinations 2. Enter an address using any of 3. Press the Start Guidance screen the destination methods button and the route calculates. (Address Entry, POI Entry, etc.). To edit Address Book entries: 3. On the Destination Confirmation 1.
Page 194 Infotainment System 7-53 Favorite Routes Selecting a Favorite Route: 1. Press the Home Page Destination button to display the Favorite Routes screen button. 2. Press the Favorite Routes screen button to display a list of available favorite routes. Adding a Favorite Route: 3.
Page 195 7-54 Infotainment System Press the Go button on the Changing the route name: Entry, POI Entry, etc.). Select Save bottom of the screen to display as Home from the Destination 1. Press the Home Page the Destination Confirmation Confirmation screen. Destination button to display the screen.
Page 196 Infotainment System 7-55 The Travel Guide POI entry list 6. Select Sort Method from the POI allows selection of a destination Selection menu to access the search by category or name. Search Order menu. Select one of the two options available. Entering by POI Category These options are By Distance or By Name.
Page 197 7-56 Infotainment System Price 4. Select a few of the characters or Save as Home: Press to save the spell the name in full, by using displayed destination as your home Website the alpha keyboard. destination. The home destination Photos may not be available for will be stored at the top of the list of 5.
Page 198 Infotainment System 7-57 Fastest: This calculates for the Use Time Restricted: Deselect to Destination List quickest route. avoid time restricted roads. Shortest: This calculates for the Use Car Train: Deselect to avoid shortest route. car trains. Eco: This calculates for the most Menu with Route Guidance fuel efficient route based on speed Active...
Page 199 7-58 Infotainment System avoid a segment of roads. Waypoints To delete a waypoint: A maximum of eight avoided Up to three waypoints can be added 1. From the Route menu, press segments are allowed. to the current route. The waypoints Waypoint List.
Page 200: Onstar ® Destination
Infotainment System 7-59 4. Select the location to move the The navigation system displays Start Guidance: Press to start waypoint to. Please wait as the address is route calculation to the searched within the map database. destination(s) received. Instead of deleting individual waypoints, select Delete All If the address is not found within the Show on Map: Press to display the...
Page 201: Configure Menu
7-60 Infotainment System All other buttons on the pop-up Languages to display the screen operate as described languages. Select the desired under Route Guidance Not language. Active. Time and Date Settings Previous Destinations Previously downloaded OnStar destinations are saved under Previous Destinations in the navigation system, where they can 2.
Page 202 Infotainment System 7-61 Set Time Format: Press the 12 minimize the effects of unwanted XM Categories: Press to Hour screen button for standard background noise that can result customize which available XM time; press the 24 Hour screen from changing road surfaces, driving Categories are used and displayed.
Page 203 7-62 Infotainment System Navigation Settings Button Voice Prompt Traffic Settings The Voice Prompt menu allows Press to display the Traffic Various navigation system settings changes to the voice prompt Settings menu. are available through the features. Configuration Menu. Some options Traffic Events: Press to enable or are only available after a route is Navigation Voice Prompts: Select...
Page 204 Infotainment System 7-63 Recalculation after Confirmation: Show All On: Press to enable Closed Roads, Traffic Delays, Press to enable route display of all traffic icons on Roadwork, Incidents, and recalculation after confirmation. the map. Advisories Sort Method: Press to display a Hide All Off: Press to disable Select the traffic event group for submenu of sort options.
Page 205 7-64 Infotainment System Delete Saved Destinations Guidance Alert Lane Narrows Road Work, Construction Press to delete all saved Press to enable the guidance alert destinations. A Delete Saved pop-up to be viewed on the map or Destinations submenu displays. on the main screens such as audio, Select the desired options for weather, phone, etc.
Page 206: Global Positioning
Infotainment System 7-65 To change the overall brightness This system might not be available setting for the display, use the or interference can occur if any of vehicle interior lighting instrument the following are true: panel illumination control. Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, trees, large trucks, Global Positioning or a tunnel.
Page 207: Problems With Route
7-66 Infotainment System The vehicle is traveling on The tires are replaced or worn. There is no route guidance when winding roads or long straight turning at an intersection. The tire pressure for the tires is roads. incorrect. Plural names of places might be The vehicle is approaching a tall announced occasionally.
Page 208: If The System Needs
Infotainment System 7-67 To recalibrate the vehicle's position Map Data Updates Database Coverage on the map, park with the vehicle Explanations The map data provided in the running for two to five minutes, until vehicle is the most up-to-date the vehicle position updates. Make Coverage areas vary with respect to information available when the sure the vehicle is parked in a...
Page 209: Voice Recognition
7-68 Infotainment System When the command is Voice Recognition Press twice on the steering recognized, the system will wheel to skip the voice prompt either perform the function or Voice recognition allows for messages. ask to confirm the choice. hands-free operation of the Canceling Voice Recognition infotainment system features.
Page 210 Infotainment System 7-69 To increase or decrease the If the system provides My Media: Use this command to voice volume during a voice destination in another country on learn how to play specific tracks, recognition session, turn the several attempts, say the artists, albums, devices connected volume knob of the radio, Change Country command and...
Page 211 7-70 Infotainment System Tune AM (frequency), Tune FM Pair or Connect: Instructs the My Media Commands (frequency), Tune XM (channel system to begin pairing a device. AUX, USB, or Bluetooth Audio: number), or Tune XM (channel Digit Dial: Instructs the system to Instructs the system to change the name): Instructs the system to go dial a phone number one digit at a...
Page 212 Infotainment System 7-71 Search Composer (composer Search Audiobook (audiobook Language (language): Instructs name): Instructs the system to name): Instructs the system to the system to set the language. show a list of all songs by a specific show a list of all tracks in a specific List Devices: Instructs the system composer.
Page 213 7-72 Infotainment System Next Page, Page Down: Instructs The following commands only apply Home: Instructs the system to start the system to scroll forward one once the Navigation command is guidance to address saved as page in a list. given. My Home.
Page 214 Infotainment System 7-73 OnStar Info the choice of entry method to The country can also be set using continue. An example is to say, POI voice commands. However, the After each list of help commands, Along Route or Intersection. country will change back to the the following are available: default country when the vehicle is Delete Waypoint: When guidance...
Page 215: Bluetooth Phone/Devices
7-74 Infotainment System Directory Number Recall Bluetooth Phone/ Digit Store Advisor Playback Devices Virtual Advisor Turn-by-Turn Directions Bluetooth Directory Virtual Advisor Plan Route Choose this option to connect to a Overview live Advisor. Commands For vehicles equipped with Bluetooth capability, the system can Voice Pass-Thru Directory interact with many cell phones and...
Page 216 Infotainment System 7-75 Bluetooth-enabled phones. Infotainment System Controls Audio System Available features and functions For information about how to Sound comes through the vehicle's may be dependent on the device. navigate the menu system using the front audio system speakers and infotainment controls, see Overview On a current phone call screen, an overrides the audio system.
Page 217 7-76 Infotainment System Pairing Information Pairing a Phone/Device 6. If the phone prompts to accept connection or allow phone book A Bluetooth-enabled phone and 1. Press the CONFIG button download, select always accept an audio playback device can be and allow. The phone book may paired to the system at the not be available if not accepted.
Page 218 Infotainment System 7-77 4. Select the phone to delete and Pairing a Phone 5. Repeat Steps 1 4 to pair follow the screen prompts. additional phones. 1. Press . The system Connecting to a Different Phone Listing All Paired and Connected responds Please say a Phones command, followed by a tone.
Page 219 7-78 Infotainment System 3. The system responds with: To Making a Call Using Phone The radio will display the first 1,000 delete a device, please touch its contacts and the phone numbers for Book and Infotainment name on the screen. Select the each contact including Home, Work, Controls device to delete on the display...
Page 220 Infotainment System 7-79 4. Select the name or number Using the Infotainment Controls Call Waiting Using Steering to call. Wheel Controls Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Answer or Decline and press the Making a Call Using the Call waiting must be supported on TUNE/MENU knob or press Accept the cell phone and enabled by the Infotainment Controls...
Page 221 7-80 Infotainment System wireless service carrier to work. This Muting a Call To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth feature is only supported when the System from a Cell Phone During a call, all sounds from inside vehicle is not moving. Use the audio transfer feature on the vehicle can be muted so that the the cell phone.
Page 222 Infotainment System 7-81 Hands-Free Phone Using the Dial or Call Using the Digit Dial Command Command This allows a phone number to be Using Bluetooth Voice To call a number: dialed by entering the digits one at Recognition a time. To use voice recognition, press 1.
Page 223: Text Messaging
7-82 Infotainment System 2. After the tone, say Re-dial. The text messages. A request may need 1. Press the Messages button on system dials the last number to be accepted on the phone or the Home Page or select Text called from the connected cell some phone settings may need to Messages from the Phone main...
Page 224 Infotainment System 7-83 Incoming Text Messages 3. View the message or select Select the desired message from Listen to hear the message the display of predefined through voice recognition. The messages to send as the reply A pop-up screen is displayed when message view screen is locked message.
Page 225: Trademarks And License Agreements
7-84 Infotainment System Select Dismiss to close out the Text Message Settings are available Trademarks and incoming pop-up message from the Text Message Inbox. License Agreements screen. Text Messaging Settings FCC Information See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12. Select Manage Predefined Messages to create a user defined message that can be Made for iPod and Made for...
Page 226 Infotainment System 7-85 It is prohibited to copy, decompile, Gracenote disassemble, reverse engineer, ® Gracenote , Gracenote logo and hack, manipulate, or otherwise logotype, and the "Powered by make available any technology or Gracenote" logo are either a software incorporated in receivers registered trademark or a trademark ®...
Page 227 7-86 Infotainment System © 2014 HERE North America, LLC. you were licensed, and not for All rights reserved. service bureau, time-sharing or other similar purposes. Accordingly, In addition, the Lonely Planet Travel but subject to the restrictions set Guide content is subject to the forth in the following paragraphs, following supplier notices (if you agree not to otherwise...
Page 228 Infotainment System 7-87 wireless-connected electronic or purpose, usefulness, use or results CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION computer devices, including without to be obtained from this Data, ALLEGING ANY LOSS, INJURY limitation cellular phones, palmtop or that the Data or server will be OR DAMAGES, DIRECT OR and handheld computers, pagers, uninterrupted or error-free.
Page 229 7-88 Infotainment System Export Control and suppliers) and you pertaining to Government End Users the subject matter hereof, and PANASONIC shall not export from If the Data is being acquired by or supersedes in their entirety any and anywhere any part of the Data or on behalf of the United States all written or oral agreements any direct product thereof except in...
Page 230 Infotainment System 7-89 NOTICE OF USE © 2014 HERE North America, LLC. All rights reserved. CONTRACTOR (MANUFACTURER/ SUPPLIER) If the Contracting Officer, federal government agency, or any federal NAME: official refuses to use the legend HERE North America, LLC provided herein, the Contracting Officer, federal government agency, CONTRACTOR (MANUFACTURER/ or any federal official must notify...
Page 231 7-90 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 232: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with System ..... . 8-1 this system.
Page 233 Climate Controls 5. Front Defrost 4. Let the system stabilize for a few Driver and Passenger minutes. Temperature Controls: The 6. ZONE temperature can be adjusted In cold weather, the system will limit 7. Passenger Temperature Control separately for the driver and the the blower speed until the engine passenger.
Page 234 Climate Controls Dual-Zone Mode: Allows different conditioning is on. When the air (Floor): Air is directed to the temperatures to be set for the driver floor outlets with some air directed conditioning is turned off, and passenger sides. to the outer instrument panel, appears on the infotainment display.
Page 235 Climate Controls The recirculation mode cannot be The system may also supply cooler Caution (Continued) turned on in defrost mode. air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will defogger. Repairs would not be AUTO is displayed when the also be activated, as necessary.
Page 236: Air Vents
Climate Controls Regular Operation Unsealed Dusty Roads Air Vents To help prevent dust from entering Adjusting the Temperature your vehicle: When the climate control system When following other vehicles has stabilized, adjust the on dusty roads and the dust is temperature to a comfortable setting.
Page 237: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance Clear away any ice, snow, Passenger Compartment or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that Air Filter may block the flow of air into the The vehicle has a passenger vehicle.
Page 238 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park (Automatic Ride Control Systems Transmission) ....9-20 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting out of Park (Automatic Stability Control ... . 9-32 Transmission) .
Page 239: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Additives ....9-53 Driving Information passenger to handle potential Filling the Tank ....9-53 distractions.
Page 240: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 241: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it Steering in Emergencies vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel and is There are some situations when normally but do not pump the held against that position for an steering around a problem may brakes.
Page 242: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid The vehicle's right wheels can drop material on the road. Learn to too much speed or steering in a off the edge of a road onto the recognize warning clues such curve causes tires to slip and shoulder while driving.
Page 243: Driving
Driving and Operating recommendations outlined by the procedure, the brake pads will Caution fluid manufacturer. Do not use smoke and produce an odor. The silicone or DOT-5 brake fluids. braking force and pedal travel may If the vehicle is used for track increase.
Page 244 Driving and Operating medium brake application. Drive application. Drive for at least For extended track use, GM for at least 1 km (0.6 mi) 1 km (0.6 mi) between recommends installing a rear between applying the brakes. applications. differential cooler to protect the This first step may be skipped if rear axle.
Page 245: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Total or Sum Toe: 0.17 +/- There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) 0.17 degrees hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet. Rear Alignment Specification After driving through a large Other Rainy Weather Tips puddle of water or a car/vehicle Camber: -0.4 +/- 0.10 degrees...
Page 246: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Warning Driving on steep hills or through Driving on Snow or Ice Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving Drive carefully when there is snow or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 247 9-10 Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside apply the brakes sooner than when Warning (Continued) mirror. on dry pavement. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 9-28. Fully open the air outlets on Warning Allow greater following distance on or under the instrument any slippery road and watch for panel.
Page 248: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-11 If it takes some time for help to the vehicle out after a few tries, it Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run might need to be towed out. If the the engine, push the accelerator vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle can overheat, causing an pedal slightly so the engine runs...
Page 249 9-12 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Warning Label Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating Do not load the vehicle any positions (1), and the maximum heavier than the Gross vehicle capacity weight (2) in Vehicle Weight Rating kilograms and pounds.
Page 250 Driving and Operating 9-13 Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity is Load Limit 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The Determine the combined combined weight of occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 251 9-14 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
Page 252 Driving and Operating 9-15 fuel, and cargo. Never exceed If you put things inside the Warning (Continued) the GVWR for the vehicle, or the vehicle like suitcases, tools, Gross Axle Weight Rating packages, or anything Never stack heavier (GAWR) for either the front or else they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases,...
Page 253: Starting And Operating
9-16 Driving and Operating Avoid making hard stops for the Starting and The transmitter must be in the first 350 km (217 mi) to avoid vehicle for the system to operate. Operating premature wear and early If the pushbutton start is not replacement of brakes.
Page 254 Driving and Operating 9-17 Automatic Transmission If the vehicle must be shut off in an Warning emergency: If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition will return to ACC/ 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while ACCESSORY and display a pressure.
Page 255: Starting The Engine
9-18 Driving and Operating The ignition will switch from ACC/ pressing and holding the button for Automatic Transmission ACCESSORY to OFF after more than five seconds will place Move the shift lever to P (Park) or five minutes to prevent battery the vehicle in Service Only Mode.
Page 256: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting Procedure (Keyless starts briefly but then stops Caution Access) again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from 1. With the Keyless Access Cranking the engine for long the engine. Do not race the system, the RKE transmitter periods of time, by returning the engine immediately after starting...
Page 257: Shifting Into Park
9-20 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park transmission. This happens when Warning (Continued) parking on a hill and shifting the (Automatic Transmission) transmission into P (Park) is not Do not leave the vehicle when the done properly and then it is difficult 1.
Page 258 Driving and Operating 9-21 The shift lock release is always If you are still having a problem functional except in the case of an shifting, see your dealer. uncharged or low voltage (less than Shift Lock Manual Release 9-volt) battery. If jump starting the vehicle did not If the vehicle has an uncharged work, the shift lock manual release...
Page 259: Parking
9-22 Driving and Operating Parking Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) With a manual transmission, before There are holes or openings getting out of the vehicle, move the Warning in the vehicle body from shift lever into R (Reverse) if parking damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon on a downhill slope.
Page 260: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-23 Running the Vehicle Automatic P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to While Parked Transmission use when the engine is started because the vehicle cannot move It is better not to park with the easily.
Page 261 9-24 Driving and Operating transmission shift lock control Caution Warning (Continued) system. Fully apply the brake pedal first and then press the shift lever Shifting to R (Reverse) while the people or objects. Do not shift button before shifting from P (Park) vehicle is moving forward could into a drive gear while the engine when the ignition is in ON/RUN or...
Page 262: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-25 When operated in Sport Shift mode, Normal Shift Mode Caution the transmission will delay upshifts Normal shift mode is recommended and allow earlier downshifts. for normal or freeway driving, as it If the vehicle accelerates slowly, provides optimum fuel economy.
Page 263 9-26 Driving and Operating After changing the gear and To shift down a gear, briefly pull the releasing the shift lever, it returns to (Minus) paddle toward the steering the center position on the right side wheel and release it. of the selector.
Page 264: Manual Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-27 To disable A/S mode and return to In this mode A/S functions as if Manual Transmission Normal Shift mode, push the shift activated from Sport mode, except lever to the left, to position D (Drive). that the transmission will On the bottom of the display, D is automatically exit Temporary A/S displayed.
Page 265: Antilock Brake
9-28 Driving and Operating 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal R (Reverse): To back up, press Brakes as you let up on the accelerator down the clutch pedal and shift into pedal and shift into 2 (Second). R (Reverse). Apply pressure to get Antilock Brake Then, slowly let up on the clutch the lever past 5 (Fifth) and 6 (Sixth)
Page 266: Electric Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-29 If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Electric Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses the wheels are...
Page 267 9-30 Driving and Operating The system has a red parking brake continuously, then the EPB is only EPB Release status light and an amber parking partially applied or there is a To release the EPB: brake warning light. See Electric problem with the EPB.
Page 268: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-31 Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Caution (Continued) The Brake Assist feature is This vehicle has an HSA feature, damage to brake system parts. designed to assist the driver in which may be useful when the Make sure that the parking brake stopping or decreasing vehicle vehicle is stopped on a grade...
Page 269: Ride Control Systems
9-32 Driving and Operating HSA will not activate if the vehicle is Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the in a forward gear position and facing driver in keeping the vehicle on the downhill, or if the vehicle is facing intended path.
Page 270 Driving and Operating 9-33 To turn the system off, press the comes on and stays on: TCS/StabiliTrak button on the center 1. Stop the vehicle. console. 2. Turn the engine off and wait To turn off only TCS, press and 15 seconds.
Page 271: Driver Mode Control
9-34 Driving and Operating To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on Driver Mode Control Turn the control clockwise to select again, press and release the TCS/ the mode in order: Touring Sport This feature allows for selecting StabiliTrak button. The traction off Performance.
Page 272 Driving and Operating 9-35 The modes and available settings are: Driver Mode StabiliTrak Launch Torque Pedal Control * Vectoring Mode Touring Normal Normal Touring Sport Standard Sport Normal Normal Sport Sport Standard Performance/ Performance Normal Normal Competitive Standard Track Torque Vectoring * Launch Control is available with Sport: Use where road conditions or manual transmission only.
Page 273: Track Driver Mode
9-36 Driving and Operating provide the best handling while Track Driver Mode Caution providing a smooth ride. The Track Driver Mode and Launch Touring and Sport modes will feel Attempting to shift when the drive Control are systems designed to similar on a smooth road.
Page 274 Driving and Operating 9-37 The modes and available settings are: Driver Mode StabiliTrak Launch Torque Pedal Control * Vectoring Mode Performance/ Track Competitive Competitive Competitive Track Track In Track Driver Mode, TCS and To return the vehicle to normal TCS closed course race events where StabiliTrak are adjusted and Launch and StabiliTrak operation, press the...
Page 275: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
9-38 Driving and Operating the clutch pedal, while maintaining Cruise Control disengage. See Traction Control/ the fully pressed accelerator pedal, Electronic Stability Control on With cruise control, the vehicle can will manage wheel slip. See Manual page 9-32. If a collision alert occurs maintain a speed of about 40 km/h Transmission on page 9-27.
Page 276 Driving and Operating 9-39 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed (On/Off): Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. If the cruise control is set at a is on when not in use, SET/- or A white indicator comes on in the desired speed and then the brakes RES/+ could get bumped and go instrument cluster when cruise is...
Page 277 9-40 Driving and Operating The speedometer reading can be Passing Another Vehicle While Ending Cruise Control displayed in either English or metric Using Cruise Control There are four ways to disengage units. See Driver Information Center Use the accelerator pedal to cruise control: (DIC) on page 5-20.
Page 278: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating 9-41 Driver Assistance Audible Alert Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features Systems alert the driver of obstacles by Under many conditions, these beeping. To change the volume of This vehicle may have features that systems will not: the warning chime, see Comfort work together to help avoid crashes Detect children, pedestrians,...
Page 279 9-42 Driving and Operating delay. To see the previous content Warning (Continued) sooner, press one of the radio buttons. If the message Service bumper, or under the vehicle. Rear Camera System is displayed, Perceived distances may be the vehicle may need service. different from actual distances.
Page 280 Driving and Operating 9-43 turned off. When this occurs, press An obstacle is indicated by audible Turning the Features On or Off the PA button to turn the system beeps. The interval between the back on. beeps becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle.
Page 281 9-44 Driving and Operating on or off through Vehicle The system is available when the Warning (Continued) Personalization. See Vehicle vehicle speed is below Personalization on page 5-33. 30 km/h (18 mph). Press appropriate for parking a vehicle. enable the system to begin Automatic Parking APA does not respond to changes searching for a space that is large...
Page 282 Driving and Operating 9-45 There is a failure with the APA After completely passing a large R (Reverse), but does not steer into system. enough space bordered by two the expected space, this may be vehicles or other objects, an audible because the system is maneuvering Electronic stability control or beep occurs and a red symbol...
Page 283: Assistance Systems For Driving
9-46 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Seem FCA detects vehicles within a Detecting the Vehicle Ahead to Work Properly distance of approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at speeds The APA system may require a above 40 km/h (25 mph). short period of driving along curves to calibrate.
Page 284 Driving and Operating 9-47 occurs, the brake system may Selecting the Alert Timing Warning (Continued) prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a or ice, or if the windshield is brief, mild deceleration. Continue to damaged. It may also not detect a apply the brake pedal as needed.
Page 285: Side Blind Zone
9-48 Driving and Operating alert will occur. Consider traffic and Side Blind Zone Warning (Continued) weather conditions when selecting Alert (SBZA) the alert timing. The range of check mirrors, glance over your selectable alert timing may not be If equipped, the SBZA system is a shoulder, and use the turn appropriate for all drivers and lane-changing aid that assists...
Page 286 Driving and Operating 9-49 zone starts at approximately the right side mirror display will light up serviced. The system may light up middle of the vehicle and goes back if a vehicle is detected in that blind due to guardrails, signs, trees, 5 m (16 ft).
Page 287: Lane Departure
9-50 Driving and Operating When SBZA is disabled for any Warning Warning (Continued) reason other than the driver turning it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On The LDW system does not steer marking. Always keep your option will not be available on the the vehicle.
Page 288: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-51 changes to amber and flashes. Fuel Additionally, there will be three Use of the recommended fuel is an beeps on the right or left, depending important part of the proper on the lane departure direction. maintenance of this vehicle. When When the System Does Not driving in the U.S.
Page 289: California Fuel
9-52 Driving and Operating higher. Regular unleaded gasoline available in some cities. If these malfunction indicator lamp may turn rated at 87 octane or higher can be gasolines comply with the on. If this occurs, see your dealer used, but acceleration and fuel previously described specification, for service.
Page 290: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-53 Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by Warning (Continued) General Motors. It is available at Countries your dealer. Keep children away from the If planning to drive in countries fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank outside the U.S., the proper fuel children pump fuel.
Page 291 9-54 Driving and Operating nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Caution surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care on page 10-74. If a new fuel cap is needed, be When replacing the fuel cap, turn it sure to get the right type of cap clockwise until it clicks.
Page 292: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-55 Filling a Portable Fuel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) Container The vehicle is neither designed nor keep it in contact with the fill intended to tow a trailer. opening until filling is Warning complete. Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more while it is in the vehicle can cause than 95% full to allow for...
Page 293 9-56 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Washer Fluid ....10-18 Engine Compartment Fuse Brakes ..... 10-18 Block .
Page 295: Vehicle Care
10-2 Vehicle Care Different Size Tires and General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Wheels ....10-52 other reproductive harm. Engine For service and parts needs, visit Uniform Tire Quality exhaust, many parts and systems,...
Page 296: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work control.
Page 297: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Hood To open the hood: 2. Push up on the secondary hood release and lift the hood. To close the hood: 1. Pull up on the hood release 1. Before closing the hood, be sure handle with this symbol on it. all the filler caps are on properly.
Page 298 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 299: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care Change the engine oil at the 1. Engine Compartment Fuse 10. Windshield Washer Fluid appropriate time. See Engine Oil Block on page 10-28. Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Life System on page 10-8. on page 10-18. 2. Coolant Recovery Reservoir and Always dispose of engine oil Dipstick Cap.
Page 300 Vehicle Care 10-7 to use. For engine oil crankcase Selecting the Right Engine Oil Warning capacity, see Capacities and Selecting the right engine oil Specifications on page 12-2 depends on both the proper oil The engine oil dipstick handle specification and viscosity grade. may be hot;...
Page 301: Engine Oil Life System
10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine from the filter before disposal. Never Caution dispose of oil by putting it in the Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground, Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The into sewers, or into streams or recommended oils meeting the engine oil can result in engine...
Page 302: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-9 Change the oil as soon as possible How to Reset the Engine Oil If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). message comes back on when the Life System It is possible that, if driving under vehicle is started, the engine oil life Reset the system whenever the the best conditions, the oil life...
Page 303: Manual Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care service manual. To purchase a unless there is a leak suspected. reservoir. The brake/hydraulic clutch service manual, see Service Adding fluid will not correct a leak. fluid system should be closed and Publications Ordering Information A fluid loss in this system could sealed.
Page 304 Vehicle Care 10-11 How to Inspect the Engine Air 1. Open the hood. See Hood on Warning (Continued) page 10-4. Cleaner/Filter 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by To inspect the air cleaner/filter, backfires. Use caution when loosening the screw (1) on the remove the filter from the vehicle working on the engine and do not air duct clamp.
Page 305: Cooling System
10-12 Vehicle Care Cooling System Warning (Continued) Caution and can cause injury. Keep Using coolant other than ® hands, clothing, and tools away DEX-COOL can cause from any underhood electric fan. premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner.
Page 306 Vehicle Care 10-13 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added. engine cooling parts. The repairs This mixture: Adding only plain water or some would not be covered by the...
Page 307 10-14 Vehicle Care To check coolant: How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Bottle 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate the coolant recovery Warning reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on You can be burned if you spill page 10-5. coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 308 Vehicle Care 10-15 2. Pour the coolant into the engine Caution Warning (Continued) coolant recovery reservoir. 3. When the level is correct, as per This vehicle has a specific under pressure, and if you turn the markings on the dipstick, coolant fill procedure.
Page 309: Engine Overheating
10-16 Vehicle Care 2. Cover the radiator cap with a 6. Once the system is full, put the Caution thick cloth and turn it slowly radiator cap back on by turning counterclockwise and remove. clockwise. If the pressure cap is not tightly 3.
Page 310 Vehicle Care 10-17 Then check to see if the engine If the overheat warning is displayed Warning (Continued) cooling fans are running. If the with no sign of steam: engine is overheating, both fans 1. Turn the air conditioning off. Wait until there is no sign of should be running.
Page 311: Washer Fluid
10-18 Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the Open the cap with the washer Caution (Continued) engine for three minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until parked. If the warning is still the windshield washer fluid reservoir Fill the washer fluid tank only displayed, turn off the engine until it is full.
Page 312: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 Brake pads should be replaced as Brake Fluid Warning (Continued) complete sets. Brake Pedal Travel a crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel.
Page 313: Checking Brake Fluid
10-20 Vehicle Care since a leak means that sooner Checking Brake Fluid two years. See Maintenance or later the brakes will not Schedule on page 11-2 and The brake/clutch fluid can be work well. Recommended Fluids and checked without taking off the cap Lubricants on page 11-12.
Page 314: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-21 number shown on the original Caution (Continued) Warning battery label when a new battery is needed. engine oil, in the brake Battery posts, terminals, and hydraulic system can damage related accessories contain lead Warning brake hydraulic system parts and lead compounds, chemicals so badly that they will have to known to the State of California to...
Page 315: Rear Axle
10-22 Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the How to Check Lubricant What to Use black, negative ( ) cable from the To add lubricant when the level is battery or use a battery trickle low or to completely refill after charger.
Page 316: Function Check
Vehicle Care 10-23 2. Apply both the parking brake 1. Before starting this check, be Warning (Continued) and the regular brake. sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be Do not use the accelerator and property could be damaged. parked on a level surface.
Page 317: Windshield Replacement
10-24 Vehicle Care Contact your dealer if service is be covered by your warranty. Do required. not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield. Wiper Blade Replacement 4. Repeat the steps for the other blade. Front Wiper Blade Windshield wiper blades should be Windshield Replacement 2.
Page 318: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-25 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement slightly different shade than it was should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on originally.
Page 319: License Plate Lamp
10-26 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 1. Bulb Socket Replacement Bulbs 2. Bulb Bulb Exterior Lamp 3. Lamp Assembly Number To replace one of these bulbs: License 1. Push the left end of the lamp Plate Lamp assembly toward the right. For replacement bulbs not listed 2.
Page 320: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-27 Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses An electrical overload may cause The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in protected from short circuits by some cases to remain off. Have the fuses.
Page 321: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
10-28 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To access the fuse block, remove the clip-on cover. Ensure the cover is replaced securely. The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays and Heated Mirrors features shown.
Page 322 Vehicle Care 10-29 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Not Used Ignition-IP/BODY Not Used Rear Defogger Not Used Fuel System Control Module Ignition Not Used Front Passenger Window Switch Not Used Spot Lamp Right Rear Wiper ESCL Driver Power Seat Sunroof EMIS 2/Ignition Washer Pump...
Page 323: Block
10-30 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage Front Washer Pump Air Conditioning Left & Right High-Beam Headlamp Control Rear Defogger Horn Horn Front Wiper Control Engine Cooling Fan Wiper Speed Relays R3, R4, R12, R13, and R20 Automatic Headlamp are PCB mounted relays.
Page 324 Vehicle Care 10-31 Insert a screwdriver in the slot indicated and remove the fuse panel cover. Refitting the Fuse Panel Cover 1. Insert the rear edge of the fuse panel cover under the door seal. 2. Locate the hooks on the cover into the end of the instrument panel.
Page 325 10-32 Vehicle Care Fuses Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage HVAC Control Module Blower Fan Body Control Rain Sensor Accessories Module 1 Body Control Body Control Diagnostic Link Module 3 Module 7 Connector LPG Shut-Off LPG Shut-Off Relays Solenoid Solenoid Relays Usage Not Used...
Page 326: Block
Vehicle Care 10-33 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The fuse panel is on the left side of the trunk, above the battery. Turn the latch counterclockwise to remove the cover. Replace the cover and turn the latch clockwise to secure. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays and features shown.
Page 327 10-34 Vehicle Care Fuses Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Automatic Headlamp Trailer Module Ignition Driver Front/Left Rear Leveling Advanced Park Window Not Used Assist/Side Blind EMER/VEH/ACCY Zone Alert Not Used Trunk Release Engine Control OnStar Module Passive Entry Mirror/Window Passive Start-BATT 2 Auxiliary Gauges Module...
Page 328: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-35 Relays Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Relays Usage Tires and a serious crash. See Trunk Release Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Accessory page 9-11. high-quality tires made by a Not Used Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
Page 329: Winter Tires
10-36 Vehicle Care Use only radial ply tires of the Winter Tires Warning (Continued) same size, load range, and This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original Worn or old tires can equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. cause a crash.
Page 330: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care 10-37 conditions, winter tires should be Tire Sidewall Labeling Caution (Continued) installed. See Winter Tires on Useful information about a tire is page 10-36. damage. Keep tires set to the molded into its sidewall. The correct inflation pressure and examples show a typical Caution when possible, avoid contact with...
Page 331: Tire Designations
10-38 Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would resistance. For more information Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date see Uniform Tire Quality Specification) Original of 0310. Grading on page 10-52. equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance...
Page 332: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-39 the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, power vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air standards set by the U.S. Tire conditioning. (6) Service Description These and Rim Association.
Page 333 10-40 Vehicle Care before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to on page 10-42. Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 334 Vehicle Care 10-41 outward when mounted on a Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm vehicle. The side of the tire that tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See contains a whitewall, bears extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires...
Page 335: Tire Pressure
10-42 Vehicle Care Vehicle Maximum Load on the The Tire and Loading Caution Tire Load on an individual tire Information label on the vehicle due to curb weight, accessory indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor weight, occupant weight, and tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.
Page 336 Vehicle Care 10-43 How to Check of the tire valve to release air. Warning (Continued) Re-check the tire pressure with Use a good quality pocket-type the tire gauge. gauge to check the tire driven at high speeds, make sure the tires are rated for high-speed pressure.
Page 337: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-44 Vehicle Care has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been on page 9-11 and Tire Pressure on vehicle has been equipped with a equipped with a TPMS malfunction page 10-42. tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire...
Page 338: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-45 alternate tires and wheels allow the pressure until the tire/wheel is inflated to the correct inflation TPMS to continue to function installed at one of the four tire/wheel pressure. Using the DIC, it may be properly. positions on the vehicle and possible to view the tire pressure matched to the new position.
Page 339 10-46 Vehicle Care One or more TPMS sensors are maintenance. See Tire Inspection TPMS Malfunction Light and missing or damaged. The on page 10-48, Tire Rotation on Message malfunction light and the DIC page 10-48, and Tires on The TPMS will not function properly message, if equipped, should go page 10-35.
Page 340 Vehicle Care 10-47 TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the 6. If requested, press the SET/CLR first tire/wheel position, and button again to confirm the Process five minutes overall to match all four selection. Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions.
Page 341: Tire Inspection
10-48 Vehicle Care times to indicate the sensor Replace the tire if: Tire Rotation identification code has been The indicators at three or The tires should be rotated matched to the left rear tire, more places around the tire every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. See and the TPMS sensor matching can be seen.
Page 342: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-49 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Lightly coat the center of the System. See Tire Pressure wheel hub with wheel bearing Monitor Operation on grease after a wheel change or page 10-45. tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get Check that all wheel nuts are grease on the flat wheel properly tightened.
Page 343: Buying New Tires
10-50 Vehicle Care equipped, be replaced after six at least a month, remove the tires or years, regardless of tread wear. The raise the vehicle to reduce the tire manufacture date is the last four weight from the tires. digits of the DOT Tire Identification Buying New Tires Number (TIN) which is molded into one side of the tire sidewall.
Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-51 number is molded onto the tire's necessary to replace only one Warning sidewall near the tire size. If the axle set of worn tires, place the tires have an all-season tread new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes design, the TPC Spec number (other than those originally...
Page 345: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-52 Vehicle Care If the vehicle tires must be Different Size Tires and Warning (Continued) replaced with a tire that does not Wheels have a TPC Spec number, make specific wheel and tire systems If wheels or tires are installed that sure they are the same size, developed for the vehicle, and are a different size than the original...
Page 346 Vehicle Care 10-53 (UTQG) system does not apply Treadwear 200 Traction AA Traction Temperature A to deep tread, winter tires, The traction grades, from compact spare tires, tires with All Passenger Car Tires Must highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, nominal rim diameters of Conform to Federal Safety and C.
Page 347: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-54 Vehicle Care conditions on a specified indoor Wheel Alignment and Tire If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels can be laboratory test wheel. Sustained Balance repaired. See your dealer if any of high temperature can cause the these conditions exist.
Page 348: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-55 Used Replacement Wheels Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning a crash. Always use the correct control and a crash. Use another wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel type of traction device only if its Replacing a wheel with a used nuts for replacement.
Page 349: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-56 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire.
Page 350: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-57 This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. compressor kit. To use the jacking Changing a tire can be Tire Sealant and equipment to change a spare tire dangerous.
Page 351: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-58 Vehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: Warning compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment, Overinflating a tire could cause and on some vehicles there may not the tire to rupture and you or be a place to store a tire.
Page 352 Vehicle Care 10-59 Check the tire sealant expiration If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 6. Attach the sealant/air hose (5) date on the sealant canister. The and wheel damage by driving slowly onto the tire valve. Turn it sealant canister should be replaced to a level place.
Page 353 10-60 Vehicle Care 10. Switch the on/off switch (1) to 11. Inflate the tire to the Caution (Continued) the I position. recommended inflation pressure using the pressure The compressor will inject tire. Remove the power plug from gauge (2). The recommended sealant and air into the tire.
Page 354 Vehicle Care 10-61 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (5) 18. Return the equipment to its 21. Wipe off any sealant from the counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the wheel, tire or vehicle. from the tire valve stem. vehicle.
Page 355 10-62 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 6. Attach the air only hose (4) onto Compressor Kit without Sealant to and wheel damage by driving slowly the tire valve stem and press the Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured) to a level place.
Page 356 Vehicle Care 10-63 10. Inflate the tire to the 14. Place the equipment in the recommended inflation original storage location in the pressure using the pressure vehicle. gauge (2). The recommended Removal and Installation of the inflation pressure can be found Sealant Canister on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 357 10-64 Vehicle Care To install a new sealant canister: 1. Align the sealant/air hose (5) with the slot in the compressor. 2. Push the tire sealant canister (3) down and turn it clockwise. 3. Wrap the sealant/air hose (5) around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location.
Page 358: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-65 Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools To access the spare tire and tools: 2. Lift the cover with the handle/ 3. Turn the retainer nut strap and attach the hook to the counterclockwise to remove it. trunk lid.
Page 359 10-66 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Warning Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before Getting under a vehicle when it is proceeding. See If a Tire Goes lifted on a jack is dangerous. Flat on page 10-56. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed.
Page 360 Vehicle Care 10-67 Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack.
Page 361 10-68 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts. jack handle clockwise.
Page 362 Vehicle Care 10-69 Warning Warning (Continued) Never use oil or grease on bolts aftermarket manufacturer when or nuts because the nuts might using accessory locking wheel come loose. The vehicle's wheel nuts. See Capacities and could fall off, causing a crash. Specifications on page 12-2 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications.
Page 363: Full-Size Spare Tire
10-70 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Full-Size Spare Tire The full-size spare includes a TPMS sensor. The TPMS will not monitor and Tools If this vehicle came with a full-size or display the spare tire air pressure spare tire, it was fully inflated when until the tire/wheel is installed at one Warning...
Page 364: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-71 Jump Starting The jump start positive (1) and Caution negative (2) posts are in the engine For more information about the compartment on the driver side of Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery on the vehicle.
Page 365 10-72 Vehicle Care 3. Set the parking brake firmly and Warning Warning put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic transmission. An electric fan can start up even Fans or other moving engine See Shifting Into Park when the engine is not running parts can injure you badly.
Page 366: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-73 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it Caution probably needs service. Incorrectly towing a disabled Caution vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by If the jumper cables are the vehicle warranty.
Page 367: Recreational Vehicle
10-74 Vehicle Care Recreational Vehicle Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Towing Exterior Care products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all Caution Locks manufacturer directions regarding Dolly towing or dinghy towing the correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory. vehicle may cause damage Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and...
Page 368 Vehicle Care 10-75 washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
Page 369 10-76 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ covers while the lamps are vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive steel. To prevent damage always Stripes heat generated.
Page 370 Vehicle Care 10-77 Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a Caution clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and other chrome page 11-12. trim may be damaged if the Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 371 10-78 Vehicle Care Clean clogged drain holes. Visually check constant velocity joint Caution (Continued) boots and axle seals for leaks. Avoid scratching the finish. Body Component Lubrication automatic car wash that uses Brake System silicone carbide tire cleaning Lubricate all key lock cylinders, Visually inspect brake lines and brushes.
Page 372: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-79 material to parts repaired or Interior Care remain on the surface being replaced to restore corrosion cleaned for extended periods To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection. of time. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Cleaners may contain solvents that Original manufacturer replacement Immediately remove any soils.
Page 373 10-80 Vehicle Care 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. Cleaning the windshield with water Fabric/Carpet/Suede A concentrated soap solution will during the first three to six months Start by vacuuming the surface leave a residue that creates of ownership will reduce tendency using a soft brush attachment.
Page 374 Vehicle Care 10-81 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 to Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and a clean area frequently to Natural Open Pore Wood...
Page 375: Floor Mats
10-82 Vehicle Care Convenience Net Floor Mats Caution (Continued) If equipped with a convenience net, wash with warm water and mild Warning solvents can permanently change detergent. Do not Use chlorine the appearance and feel of If a floor mat is the wrong size or bleach.
Page 376 Vehicle Care 10-83 Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat.
Page 377 10-84 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 378: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 379: Maintenance Schedule
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services - service.
Page 380 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Inspect engine air cleaner filter. for up to a year. The engine oil and Engine Coolant on page 10-12. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on filter must be changed at least once page 10-10.
Page 381 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10-23. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10-23. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding.
Page 382 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 383 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent replacement may be needed if the vehicle is driven in areas with heavy traffic, areas with poor air quality, or areas with high dust levels.
Page 384 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 385 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services - Severe (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important comes first. More frequent Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly replacement may be needed if the components every 5 000 km/...
Page 386 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 387 11-10 Service and Maintenance Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the Wheel Alignment tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Shocks and struts help aid in control Wheel alignment is critical for split in the tire. for a smoother ride. ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance.
Page 388 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed.
Page 389: Recommended Fluids
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil. See Engine Oil on page 10-6. ®...
Page 390: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579). Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers...
Page 391: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 392: Vehicle Identification
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 393: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 394: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 (LS3) Automatic 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 Manual 0.043 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 395 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 396: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 397 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 398: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 399: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience allows interaction with Roadside Assistance: Chevrolet and keeps important (Recall Information): View...
Page 400: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives. Roadside Assistance...
Page 401 General Motors North America and to the service vehicle or is not a warranty service, or if the vehicle Chevrolet reserve the right to make regularly traveled or maintained was in a crash and cannot be any changes or discontinue the public road, which includes ice and driven.
Page 402: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
Page 403: Collision Damage Repair
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited Additional Program entitled Limited Warranty and...
Page 404 Customer Information 13-9 value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts Insuring the Vehicle...
Page 405 13-10 Customer Information If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires Genuine GM Original Equipment damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
Page 406: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
Page 407: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-12 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Identification (RFID) Statement Defects RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that Reporting Safety Defects vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States system security, as well as in...
Page 408: Government
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance Washington, D.C. 20590...
Page 409: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
13-14 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a...
Page 410: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar to an official request by police or website. similar government office; as part of Infotainment System GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process;...
Page 411 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 412: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview vehicle, including location information. See OnStar s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including OnStar Overview system limitations at OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Page 413: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Navigation voice commands. Diagnostics for a check of the Requires a specific OnStar vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency subscription plan. Receive Roadside Assistance. With Automatic Crash Response, Obtain the WiFi network name, Manage WiFi Settings (if the OnStar system can or Service Set Identifier or SSID,...
Page 414: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with OnStar ready, Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote then a tone. During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside Get My Destination Assistance, if equipped.
Page 415: Connections
14-4 OnStar navigation system in the vehicle (if WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped equipped). After the call ends, press with the tire pressure monitoring The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that the Go button on the navigation system);...
Page 416 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: 4. Pick a name tag. System OK, dialing 911. responds: About to store <name This service allows calls to be made tag>. Does that sound OK? and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 5.
Page 417: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
Page 418 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 419 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
Page 420 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this or other dealings in this Software transmissions and private permission notice appear in all without prior written authorization of communications without consent. copies. the copyright holder. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - software unzip: AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
Page 421 14-10 OnStar Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
Page 422 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Assistance Program, What Will You See after an Roadside ..... 13-5 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-20 Assistance Systems for Modifications .
Page 423 INDEX Child Restraints Infants and Young Battery ..... . . 10-21 California Children .....3-29 Jump Starting .
Page 424: Driver Information
INDEX Control Customer Information Door Traction and Electronic Service Publications Ajar Light .....5-20 Stability .....9-32 Ordering Information .
Page 425 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Winter ......9-9 Check and Service Engine Features Dual Automatic Climate Soon Light .
Page 426 INDEX Fuel ......9-51 Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) High Intensity Discharge Additives .....9-53 Speedometer .
Page 427 INDEX Infotainment ....7-2 Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Fog ......6-3 Cruise Control .
Page 428: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Locks (cont'd) Maps ......7-46 Messages (cont'd) Vehicle Speed ....5-32 Lockout Protection .
Page 429: Onstar Additional
INDEX ® OnStar System, In Brief ....1-19 Navigation Pandora Internet Radio ..7-22 ® OnStar Additional Destination ....7-49 Park Information .
Page 430 INDEX Power Remote Keyless Entry Door Locks ....2-11 (RKE) System ... . . 2-2, 2-3 Radio Data System (RDS) .
Page 431: Side Blind Zone
i-10 INDEX Roadside Assistance Satellite Radio ....7-14 Service (cont'd) Parts Identification Label ..12-1 Program ..... . 13-5 Scheduling Appointments .
Page 432 INDEX i-11 Sport Mode Light ....5-16 System Tires (cont'd) Low Profile ....10-36 StabiliTrak Forward Collision OFF Light .
Page 433 i-12 INDEX Track Events and Vehicle Care Competitive Driving ... 9-5 Storing the Tire Sealant Uniform Tire Quality Traction and Compressor Kit ..10-64 Grading .
Page 434 INDEX i-13 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-54 Different Size ....10-52 Replacement .
Page 435 i-14 INDEX NOTES...

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