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2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Battery and Efficiency. . . . . . . . 1-21

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 5-3

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-29

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-47

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-56

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-65

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17

Electric Vehicle Operating

Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-36

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-42

Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-65

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-29

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2 2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual Wheels and Tires ... 10-44 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 Jump Starting .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, VOLT, Motors of Canada Limited for P.O.
Page 4: Using This Manual
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Chart
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Cruise Control : LATCH System Child Restraints Here are some additional symbols : Electric Parking Brake that may be found on the vehicle : Leaf : Electronic Stability and what they mean. For more Control (ESC) : Malfunction Indicator Lamp information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Interior Lighting ....1-13 Performance and Maintenance Exterior Lighting ... . . 1-14 Traction Control Windshield Wiper/Washer .
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 8. H. Light Sensor. See Daytime Q. Steering Wheel Controls on Running Lamps (DRL) on page 5 5 (If Equipped). B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. page 6 2. See Turn and Lane-Change R.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release to locate the vehicle. Press and hold for Information three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the This section provides a brief panic alarm. overview about some of the important features that may or may : Press and then press and...
Page 11: Remote Start
In Brief Remote Start After entering the vehicle during a Door Locks remote start, press the POWER Use remote start to heat or cool the Keyless Access button on the center stack with the interior when the vehicle is plugged brake pedal applied to operate as The RKE transmitter must be within in to maximize electric range by...
Page 12: Power Door Locks
In Brief To lock the doors, press the lock/ Remote Keyless Entry (RKE): Power Door Locks unlock button if: The RKE transmitter must be within 60 m (195 ft) of the vehicle. More than five seconds have passed. : Press to unlock. The lock/unlock button was used : Press to lock.
Page 13 In Brief Hatch Remote Keyless Entry (RKE): To Windows open the hatch with the doors locked, the RKE transmitter must be within 60 m (195 ft) of the vehicle. Unlock the doors with the RKE transmitter, then press the button on the underside of the hatch and lift up.
Page 14: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Remote Window Operation Seat Adjustment Height Adjustment Seat Position Move the lever up or down to raise or lower the seat. To adjust the seat position: See Seat Height Adjuster under 1. Pull the handle at the front of the The vehicle may have remote Seat Adjustment on page 3 4.
Page 15: Heated Seats
In Brief Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright Heated Seats position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 16: Head Restraint Adjustment
1-10 In Brief Press the button once for the Head Restraint Press the touch screen AUTO or highest setting. With each press of AUTO button. The button color Adjustment the button, the heated seat will will change to green when this change to the next lower setting, Do not drive until the head restraints feature is on.
Page 17: Safety Belts
In Brief 1-11 Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 18. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors can be folded inward toward United States the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car...
Page 18 1-12 In Brief When the rear window defogger is Automatic Dimming Rearview activated, the heated mirriors, Mirror if equipped, will also come on. For vehicles with an automatic See Heated Mirrors on page 2 17. dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare Interior from the headlamps from behind.
Page 19: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-13 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment There are front and rear reading Dome Lamps lamps. The dome lamp controls are in the The front reading lamps are in the overhead console. overhead console. To operate, press the following : Press to turn each lamp on To adjust the steering wheel: buttons:...
Page 20: Exterior Lighting
1-14 In Brief Exterior Lighting : Turns on the parking lamps, together with the sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. : Turns on the headlamps, together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.
Page 21: Windshield Wiper/Washer
In Brief 1-15 Windshield Wiper/Washer Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5 6. : Move the lever up to adjustable interval wipes, then turn The windshield wiper lever is on the the band up for more frequent wipes side of the steering column.
Page 22: Climate Controls
1-16 In Brief Climate Controls Heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled by using the climate control buttons and the climate touch screen. Climate Control Buttons A. Temperature Control D. Climate B. Driver and Passenger Heated E. Auto (Automatic Operation) Seats Rear Window Defogger C.
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 See Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1. Auto Heated Seats are selected using the climate control touch screen. See Heated Front Seats on page 3 6. Climate Touch Screen Controls A. Driver and Passenger Auto Climate Modes: Fan Only, ECO, Heated Seats Comfort...
Page 24: Vehicle Features
1-18 In Brief Vehicle Features Storing a Favorite Station To set the time: 1. Press the CONFIG button to Stations from all bands can be Radio(s) enter the menu options. Turn the stored in the favorite lists in any TUNE/MENU knob to scroll order.
Page 25: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-19 Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 22 or Bluetooth Vehicles with an XM satellite radio This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) (Infotainment Controls) on tuner and a valid XM satellite radio auxiliary input and a USB port page 7 24 or Bluetooth (Voice subscription can receive XM...
Page 26: Cruise Control
1-20 In Brief Cruise Control SET/ : Move the thumbwheel : Press to silence the down to set a speed and activate vehicle speakers only. Press again cruise control or to make the vehicle to turn the sound on. For vehicles decelerate.
Page 27: Battery And Efficiency
In Brief 1-21 Power Outlets Battery and Efficiency If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the The accessory power outlets can be high voltage system. When this High Voltage Safety used to plug in electrical equipment, occurs, the high voltage battery is such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 28 1-22 In Brief Charging Charging In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port Start Charge The high voltage battery can be door. The charge port door may charged using a household not open on the first attempt. electrical outlet.
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 Lift the charge cord up and End Charge rearward to remove it from the 1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE vehicle. The vehicle plug (B) is transmitter to disarm the charge stored as shown. cord theft alert. 3.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief 5. Before storing the charge cord, Fueling have the charge cord face up The fuel system on this vehicle and wrap the charge cable requires a refueling process to neatly counterclockwise around control evaporative emissions. To the body of the charge cord. refuel the vehicle: 6.
Page 31: Regenerative Braking
In Brief 1-25 4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel Regenerative Braking cap by turning it clockwise until it Regenerative braking takes some of clicks. Close the fuel door. the energy from the moving vehicle See Filling the Tank on page 9 62. and turns it back into electrical energy.
Page 32: Performance And Maintenance
1-26 In Brief Service Performance and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Maintenance WARNING The Electronic Stability Control Traction Control system called StabiliTrak assists Never try to do your own service with directional control of the vehicle System (TCS) on high voltage components. You in difficult driving conditions.
Page 33 In Brief 1-27 Tire Pressure Monitor During cooler conditions, the low tire Tire Sealant and pressure warning light may appear Compressor Kit This vehicle may have a Tire when the vehicle is first started and Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). then turn off. This may be an early This vehicle may have a tire sealant indicator that the tire pressures are and compressor kit that can be used...
Page 34 1-28 In Brief Resetting the Oil Life System Driving for Better Energy Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Efficiency 1. Use the SELECT knob to select Avoid unnecessary rapid OIL LIFE on the DIC menu. accelerations and decelerations. Use the following tips to help 2. Press SELECT to start the OIL Electric range is maximized at maximize energy efficiency and LIFE reset procedure.
Page 35 In Brief 1-29 Use Mountain Mode prior to Less energy is used at low fan Engine Assisted Heating operation, climbing long, steep grades in speeds. When using the fan: if equipped, can be personalized. mountainous areas. Be sure to See Vehicle Personalization on Fan Only is the most energy engage Mountain Mode before page 5 56 for more information.
Page 36: Roadside Assistance Program
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 complimentary service that includes Avoid carrying more than is needed. online service reminders, vehicle As the owner of a new Chevrolet, maintenance tips, online owner If fuel is not regularly used, consider you are automatically enrolled in the...
Page 37: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Hatch ......2-14 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-18 Windows Automatic Dimming Rearview Vehicle Security...
Page 38: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks See your dealer if a replacement key or an additional key is needed. Keys If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always WARNING carry a spare key.
Page 39: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE On some models, pressing and operating range: holding will open all of the vehicle's windows. See Power Check the distance. The Windows on page 2 19. This feature transmitter may be too far from can be disabled by a service the vehicle.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows The auto heated seats, if equipped, Keyless Unlocking/Locking from (Panic Alarm): Press and can be programmed to come on the Driver Door release one time to locate the when the vehicle is remotely vehicle. The exterior lamps flash When the doors are locked and the started.
Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Programming Transmitters to Programming with a Recognized Passenger Doors Transmitter the Vehicle When the doors are locked and the A new transmitter can be Only RKE transmitters programmed RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of programmed to the vehicle when to this vehicle will work.
Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Remove the transmitter from the If there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this transmitter slot and press procedure to program up to five the transmitter. transmitters. This procedure will To program additional take approximately 30 minutes to transmitters, repeat Steps 3 complete.
Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC 6. Remove the transmitter from the displays PRESS START transmitter slot and press BUTTON TO LEARN and then the transmitter. press the POWER button on To program additional the center stack.
Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: Replace the transmitter battery as Remote Start soon as possible. 1. Open the instrument panel This feature starts the heating or air storage and remove the Battery Replacement conditioning systems and rear rubber mat.
Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has heated seats, Shutting the vehicle off in ECO Laws in some communities may and this feature has been Mode without selected will restrict the use of features that enabled through vehicle remotely start the engine. For minimize the impact to electric personalization, the heated example, some laws may require a...
Page 46 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Activating the Remote Start The remote start can be initiated Press the POWER button on two separate times between driving. the center stack, with the brake To heat or cool the passenger For each remote start, the pedal applied, then press the compartment using remote start: passenger compartment will be...
Page 47: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 During a remote start, conditions in Keyless Access: The RKE WARNING (Continued) which a remote start may be transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) canceled include: of the door being opened. doors should be locked Vehicle propulsion system or whenever the vehicle is high voltage battery fault...
Page 48 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock the doors, press the lock/ Remote Keyless Entry (RKE): Power Door Locks unlock button if: The RKE transmitter must be within 60 m (195 ft) of the vehicle. More than five seconds have passed.
Page 49: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks Safety Locks This vehicle may have a delayed Automatic Door Lock locking feature. If delayed locking is The doors are programmed to enabled, a chime will sound to automatically lock when the shift indicate a door or hatch is open lever is moved out of P (Park).
Page 50: Doors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) Hatch Fully open the air outlets on the instrument panel. WARNING Adjust the climate control system to a setting that Exhaust gases can enter the brings in only outside air and vehicle if it is driven in Extended set the fan speed to the Range Mode with the hatch open, highest setting.
Page 51: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE): Vehicle Security Pressing on the RKE transmitter The RKE transmitter must be within a second time will bypass the This vehicle has theft-deterrent 60 m (195 ft) of the vehicle. Unlock 30-second delay and immediately features;...
Page 52: Immobilizer Operation
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows To turn off the system alarm: Immobilizer the system. Only a correct transmitter can be used to turn the Press on the RKE transmitter. See Radio Frequency Statement on vehicle on. page 13 17 for information Or, start the vehicle by pressing regarding Part 15 of the Federal POWER...
Page 53: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors Convex Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent WARNING damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror A convex mirror can make things, outward to return it to the original like other vehicles, look farther position.
Page 54: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Windows Rearview Mirror Manual Rearview Mirror WARNING To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the To adjust the inside rearview mirror, Leaving children, helpless adults, center and move it to view the area hold the rearview mirror in the or pets in a vehicle with the behind the vehicle.
Page 55: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the RKE transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 56 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Down/Up Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch To program the window: Override 1. Close all doors with the vehicle Windows with an express-down or on, or when Retained Accessory up feature allow the window to be In an emergency, the anti-pinch Power (RAP) is active.
Page 57: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Remote Window Operation Window Lockout Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, The vehicle may have remote The rear window lockout switch is if available.
Page 58 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 59: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Extender ..3-17 Adding Equipment to the Safety System Check ..3-17 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-31 Restraints Safety Belt Care .
Page 60: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the WARNING outboard seating positions. With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Pull and push on the head restraint To lower the head restraint, press after the button is released to make the button, located on the top of the sure that it is locked in place. seatback, and push the head restraint down.
Page 62: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Seat Height Adjuster Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the To adjust the seat position: vehicle is moving. The sudden 1. Pull the handle at the front of the movement could startle and Move the lever up or down to raise seat cushion to unlock it.
Page 63: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without WARNING applying pressure to the You can lose control of the seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position. vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the 2.
Page 64: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats WARNING WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be If you cannot feel temperature dangerous. Even when buckled change or pain to the skin, the up, the safety belts cannot do seat heater may cause burns their job when reclined like this.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints Auto Heated Seats When the vehicle is on, this feature will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the vehicle's interior temperature. The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated seat button lights on the center stack.
Page 66: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats WARNING When it is cold outside, the heated Folding the Seatback seats can be programmed to turn on A safety belt that is improperly automatically during a remote routed, not properly attached, vehicle start.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 2. Pull the seatback release lever To raise the seatback: to unlock the seatback. A tab near the lever raises when the seatback is unlocked. 3. Fold the seatback forward. Raising the Seatback Notice: Damage to the safety belt or seatback locking mechanism can occur if the safety belt is caught between the rear seatback...
Page 68: Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints 2. Raise the seatback and push it Safety Belts WARNING (Continued) rearward to lock it into place. This section of the manual A tab near the seatback release It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts lever retracts when the seatback in a cargo area, inside or outside properly.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Why Safety Belts Work When you wear a safety belt, you Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why and the vehicle slow down together. should I have to wear safety There is more time to stop because belts? you stop over a longer distance and, A: Airbags are supplemental...
Page 70: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the How to Wear Safety Belts shoulder and across the chest. Properly These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining This section is only for people of forces.
Page 71: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-13 Lap-Shoulder Belt 3. 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 72: Safety Belt Pretensioners
3-14 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner...
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Rear Safety Belt Comfort There is one guide, if equipped, for each outside passenger position in Guides the rear seat. When using a comfort This vehicle may have rear safety guide, remove the safety belt from belt comfort guides.
Page 74 3-16 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 75: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
Page 76: Safety Belt Care
3-18 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
Page 77: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Airbag System All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following in the trim or on an attached label airbags: near the deployment opening.
Page 78 3-20 Seats and Restraints 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 79: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The driver knee airbag is below the Side Similar steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the The driver and front outboard The driver frontal airbag is in the glove box.
Page 80: When Should An Airbag Inflate
3-22 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING Inflate? If something is between an Frontal airbags are designed to occupant and an airbag, the inflate in moderate to severe frontal airbag might not inflate properly or near frontal crashes to help or it might force the object into reduce the potential for severe that person causing severe injury...
Page 81: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal knee airbags are Roof-rail airbags are not different crash speeds depending on single stage airbags and designed intended to inflate in rear impacts. whether the vehicle hits an object to inflate in moderate to severe A seat mounted side impact airbag straight on or at an angle, and frontal or near frontal impacts that...
Page 82: How Does An Airbag Restrain
3-24 Seats and Restraints How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many be some smoke and dust coming types of collisions, primarily from the vents in the deflated Restrain? because the occupant's motion is airbags. Airbag inflation does not not toward those airbags.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-25 The vehicle has a crash sensing The vehicle has a feature that may In many crashes severe enough to and diagnostic module which automatically unlock the doors, turn inflate the airbag, windshields are records information after a on the interior lamps and hazard broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 84 3-26 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing The words ON and OFF or the According to accident statistics, symbol for on and off will be visible children are safer when properly System during the system check. When the secured in a rear seat in a correct system check is complete, either the child restraint for their weight The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-27 A front outboard passenger WARNING WARNING (Continued) takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints Or, if there is a critical problem restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the with the airbag system or the...
Page 86 3-28 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing If the On Indicator Is Lit for a WARNING system has allowed the airbags to Child Restraint be enabled, the on indicator will light If the airbag readiness light ever If a child restraint has been installed and stay lit as a reminder that the and the on indicator is lit: comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-29 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an to detect that person and enable the restraint and restarting the front outboard passenger frontal Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, airbag and knee airbag: turn the vehicle off.
Page 88 3-30 Seats and Restraints Additional Factors Affecting A wet seat can affect the If the passenger seat gets wet, dry performance of the passenger the seat immediately. If the airbag System Operation sensing system. Here is how: readiness light is lit, do not install a Safety belts help keep the child restraint or allow anyone to The passenger sensing system...
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-31 Servicing the Adding Equipment to the WARNING Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle For up to 10 seconds after the Airbags affect how the vehicle Adding accessories that change the vehicle is turned off and the should be serviced. There are parts vehicle's frame, bumper system, 12 volt battery is disconnected, of the airbag system in several...
Page 90: Airbag System Check
3-32 Seats and Restraints In addition, the vehicle has a If the vehicle has rollover roof rail Airbag System Check passenger sensing system that airbags, see Different Size Tires The airbag system does not need includes sensors as part of the front and Wheels on page 10 61 for regularly scheduled maintenance or outboard passenger seat.
Page 91: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates or the vehicle Child Restraints has been in a crash, the sensing Parts after a Crash system may shut down the high Older Children voltage system. When this occurs, WARNING the high voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle will...
Page 92 3-34 Seats and Restraints Does the lap belt fit low and The manufacturer's instructions that Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort snug on the hips, touching the come with the booster seat state the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt on thighs? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that page 3 13.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-35 WARNING WARNING Never do this. Never do this. Never allow two children to wear Never allow a child to wear the the same safety belt. The safety safety belt with the shoulder belt belt cannot properly spread the behind their back.
Page 94: Infants And Young Children
3-36 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Children who are not restrained WARNING properly can strike other people, Children or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Children can be seriously injured Everyone in a vehicle needs or strangled if a shoulder belt is protection! This includes infants and WARNING wrapped around their neck and...
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-37 WARNING Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 96 3-38 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer's WARNING add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 97: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child restraint (A) Rear Facing Infant Seat provides restraint for the child's designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness.
Page 98 3-40 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child endangered in a crash if the child In some areas, Certified Child restraint is not properly secured in Passenger Safety Technicians Restraint in the Vehicle the vehicle. (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly WARNING When securing an add-on child...
Page 99: Where To Put The
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Where to Put the WARNING WARNING (Continued) Restraint A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints According to accident statistics, restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the children and infants are safer when or killed if the right front airbag(s) are off.
Page 100: Latch System
3-42 Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place the Lower Anchors and In order to use the LATCH system in child restraint and the size of the your vehicle, you need a child Tethers for Children child restraint, you may not be able restraint that has LATCH (LATCH System) to access adjacent safety belt...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-43 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 102 3-44 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near Top Tether Anchors the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. The top tether anchors for outboard rear seating positions are on the back of the rear seatback.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Do not secure a child restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint WARNING position without a top tether anchor Designed for the LATCH if a national or local law requires System Do not attach more than one child that the top tether be attached, or if restraint to a single anchor.
Page 104 3-46 Seats and Restraints Make sure to attach the child 1.2. Put the child restraint on WARNING restraint at the proper anchor the seat. location. If the head restraint Children can be seriously injured This system is designed to make interferes with the proper or strangled if a shoulder belt is installation of child restraints easier.
Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-47 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using If the rear outboard seating does not have a headrest position you are using has or head restraint, or the an adjustable head restraint headrest or head restraint...
Page 106 3-48 Seats and Restraints Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation The rear outboard head restraints can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child restraint. To remove the head restraint: 1. Partially fold the seatback If the rear outboard seating forward.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-49 To reinstall the head restraint: 2. Push the head restraint down. WARNING If necessary, press the height adjustment release button to With head restraints that are not further lower the head restraint. installed and adjusted properly, See Head Restraints on there is a greater chance that page 3 2.
Page 108: Rear Seat
3-50 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System If the vehicle has the LATCH system Children (LATCH System) on and it was being used during a page 3 42 for top tether anchor Parts After a Crash crash, new LATCH system parts locations.
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-51 If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 41. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed.
Page 110 3-52 Seats and Restraints 7. If the child restraint has a top To remove the child restraint, tether, follow the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and manufacturer's instructions let it return to the stowed position. regarding the use of the top If the top tether is attached to a top tether.
Page 111: Front Passenger Seat
Seats and Restraints 3-53 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 right front airbag(s) are off.
Page 112 3-54 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a You will be using the lap-shoulder position without a top tether anchor belt to secure the child restraint in if a national or local law requires this position. Follow the instructions that the top tether be anchored, or if that came with the child restraint.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-55 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 114 3-56 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 115: Instrument Panel Storage
Storage Storage Storage Floor Console Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Floor Console Storage .
Page 116: Cargo Cover
Storage Umbrella Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover The rear console has open storage with an auxiliary power outlet (A) and cupholders. Slide an umbrella into the opening on either the driver or passenger door. There is a cover for the rear cargo area.
Page 117 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Total Vehicle Range ..5-15 Vehicle Ready Light ..5-27 Safety Belt Reminders ..5-16 High-Beam On Light .
Page 118 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages ..5-50 Universal Remote System Key and Lock Messages ..5-51 Universal Remote System . . . 5-65 Lamp Messages ... . . 5-51 Universal Remote System Object Detection System Programming .
Page 119: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 120 Instruments and Controls A. Air Vents on page 8 8. H. Light Sensor. See Daytime Q. Steering Wheel Controls on Running Lamps (DRL) on page 5 5 (If Equipped). B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. page 6 2. See Turn and Lane-Change R.
Page 121: Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel (Push to Talk): For vehicles while driving. with an OnStar, Bluetooth, or navigation system (if equipped), Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls press to interact with those systems. Adjustment See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 22 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7 24 or Bluetooth (Voice...
Page 122: Horn
Instruments and Controls Press SRC to change between Pedestrian Friendly Alert Windshield Wiper/Washer radio and CD or DVD. Use this feature to alert people who Press and hold SRC to interact with may not hear your vehicle the navigation system. approaching.
Page 123 Instruments and Controls Heavy snow or ice can overload the Windshield Washer wipers. If the wiper motor overheats, Pull the windshield wiper lever the windshield wipers will stop until toward you to spray windshield the motor cools and the wiper washer fluid and activate the wipers.
Page 124: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Remove the cover to access and Warning Lights, replace when not in use. Gauges, and The accessory power outlets can be Certain accessory plugs may not be used to plug in electrical equipment, Indicators compatible with the accessory such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 125: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls When one of the warning lights A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ The following screens may appear, comes on and stays on while INTERRUPTION OCCURRED depending on the status. driving, or when one of the gauges message may display on the lower shows there may be a problem, left of the screen to indicate that a check the section that explains what...
Page 126 5-10 Instruments and Controls This screen indicates that the This screen indicates that charging This screen indicates that the charge cord is connected and is programmed to be delayed with charge cord is connected, but the charging is complete. an estimated completion time of vehicle cannot be charged.
Page 127 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Complete Cluster with Enhanced Configuration in Electric Mode, Canada Similar...
Page 128 5-12 Instruments and Controls A. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) M. Cruise Control Light on W. Total Vehicle Range on on page 5 14. page 5 28. page 5 15. B. Fuel Gauge on page 5 15. N. Electric Parking Brake Light on X.
Page 129 Instruments and Controls 5-13 Instrument Cluster Display Choose either the Simple or The Enhanced Configuration Enhanced Configuration display. displays the Driver Efficiency Configurations Gauge. There are two instrument cluster display configurations to choose from. Press CONFIG to the left of the steering wheel to change the configuration.
Page 130: Speedometer
5-14 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Compass Battery Gauge (High Voltage) The speedometer shows the vehicle The vehicle has a compass display speed in both kilometers per hour in the instrument cluster above the (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). speedometer. The compass The DIC menu can be used to receives its heading and other change the units.
Page 131: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Fuel Gauge Driver Efficiency Gauge brake: If the ball turns yellow and travels below the center of the gauge, braking is too aggressive to optimize efficiency. Total Vehicle Range This indicator displays the fuel level. This gauge is a guide to driving in When this indicator is in the an efficient manner by keeping the foreground, the vehicle is operating...
Page 132: Safety Belt Reminders
5-16 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder on if an object is put on the seat Light such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device.
Page 133: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 their safety belts. After the Airbag Readiness Light A message may also display in the passenger safety belt is buckled, Driver Information Center (DIC). This light shows if there is an the corresponding safety belt See Airbag System Messages on electrical problem.
Page 134: Passenger Airbag Status
5-18 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status When the vehicle is started, the If, after several seconds, both status passenger airbag status indicator indicator lights remain on, or if there Indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol are no lights at all, there may be a for on and off for several seconds problem with the lights or the The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 135: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Charging System Light Malfunction (12-Volt Battery) Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission If the malfunction indicator lamp control systems. It ensures that comes on and stays on, while the emissions are at acceptable levels engine is in ON/RUN, this indicates for the life of the vehicle, helping to...
Page 136 5-20 Instruments and Controls Notice: Modifications made to The following can prevent more The following may correct an the engine, electric drive unit, serious damage to the vehicle: emission system malfunction: exhaust, intake, or fuel system of Reduce vehicle speed. Check that the fuel cap is fully the vehicle or the replacement of installed.
Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-21 The vehicle may not pass this If none of the above have made the The DLC is under the instrument inspection if the OBD II light turn off, your dealer can check panel to the left of the steering (On-Board Diagnostics) system the vehicle.
Page 138: Brake System Warning
5-22 Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning If the light comes on and stays on, Electric Parking Brake there is a base brake problem. Light Light The vehicle brake system consists WARNING of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining The brake system might not be circuit can still work to stop the working properly if the brake...
Page 139: Service Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Service Electric Parking Center (DIC), see Brake System 3. Turn the vehicle off. Messages on page 5 48 for more Brake Light 4. Restart the vehicle. information. If the ABS warning light remains on after resetting the system or comes Antilock Brake System on again while driving, the vehicle (ABS) Warning Light...
Page 140: Sport Mode Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls ® Sport Mode Light Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on when Sport This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while Mode is selected. See Sport Mode starting the engine. If it does not, starting the engine.
Page 141: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Traction Control System Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Temperature Warning Light For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light This light comes on briefly while comes on briefly when the vehicle is starting the vehicle.
Page 142: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and Engine Oil Pressure Light Then is On Steady This indicates that there may be a WARNING problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light flashes Do not keep driving if the oil for about one minute and stays on pressure is low.
Page 143: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light Vehicle Ready Light The low fuel warning light comes on The immobilizer light should come The vehicle ready light comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. on briefly as the engine is started. whenever the vehicle is ready to be If it does not come on, have the driven.
Page 144: Lamps On Reminder
5-28 Instruments and Controls Lamps On Reminder Cruise Control Light Door, Hood, or Hatch Open Light If a door, hood, or hatch is not completely closed, a light comes on together with a graphic in the Driver Information Center (DIC). This light comes on when the The cruise control light comes on parking lamps, headlamps,...
Page 145: Information Displays
Instruments and Controls 5-29 The DIC indicates when a door, the Information Displays hood, or the hatch is open. The light displays the open area as shaded. Center Stack Display The DIC and the light both display The center stack screen displays when the vehicle is moving.
Page 146: Power Flows
5-30 Instruments and Controls The center stack controls only need Power Flows a light touch to operate and work To view the Power Flow screens, best with bare hands. The controls will work with most gloves although press the button on the center they may take longer to respond.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Engine Power Vehicle is stationary Power Off No power is flowing to in extended range mode and no the wheels. power is flowing to the wheels. Regen Power Recovery Power from the wheels returns to the battery during regenerative braking or coasting.
Page 148: Charging
5-32 Instruments and Controls Charging Charge Mode Status Programmable Charging This vehicle has three programmable charge modes. To view the current charge mode status in the center stack display, press the button on the center stack and then press the Charging button at the top of the touch screen.
Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-33 charge by the departure time. Electrical rate information from the utility company for the charging location is required for this mode. Also, if the selected electric rate settings result in a very long charge completion time, the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug-in.
Page 150 5-34 Instruments and Controls The Charge Level Preference Charge Mode Selection Departure Time Entry setting will return to Maximum From the Charge Mode Status From the Delayed Charge Mode each time the cord has been screen, press Change Status screen, press Edit to change disconnected from the vehicle for Charge Mode.
Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Charge during Mid Peak and Charge Rate Selection Charge Rate Preference Selection Off Peak Rates: The vehicle will From the Delayed Rate and From the Departure Time & Rate charge during Off-Peak and/or Departure Time Charge Mode Information screen, press Select Mid-Peak rate periods only and Status screen, press Edit.
Page 152 5-36 Instruments and Controls Also, if the selected electric rate From the Departure Time & Rate settings result in a very long charge Information screen, press Edit completion time, the vehicle will Electric Rate Schedule. start charging immediately upon plug-in. For example, if the electric rate table is set up with all Peak rates and the rate preference is to charge during Off-Peak rates only,...
Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Summer/Winter Schedule Start Electric Rate Schedule Editing Date Entering From the Enter Summer/Winter From the Select Electric Rate Plan Start Dates screen, press Edit screen, press Summer/Winter Summer Schedule or Edit Winter Schedule then press Edit. Schedule.
Page 154 5-38 Instruments and Controls The finish times must be Electric Rate Schedule Viewing consecutive. If a finish time does not From the Select Electric Rate Plan follow a start time, the error screen, press View (Summer, message displays An invalid entry Winter, or Yearly) Schedule.
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Temporary Override of a Delayed Charge Mode To temporarily override a Delayed Charge Mode to Immediate Charge Mode from inside the vehicle: 1. Press the charge port door release button on the driver door to view the Charge Mode Status pop-up in the center stack Temporary Charge Mode 3.
Page 156 5-40 Instruments and Controls The Temporary Charge Mode Status Temporary Override of the Next screen will automatically display the Planned Departure Time revised charge complete time. To temporarily override the Next Planned Departure Time from inside the vehicle: 1. Press the charge port door release button on the driver door to view the Charge Mode Status pop-up in the center stack...
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-41 The Temporary Charge Mode Status Charging Override/Interruption screen will automatically display the Pop-Up revised charge complete time. The Temporary Departure time can only be updated for the same day as the original Next Planned Departure Time. Also, the vehicle will not accept a Temporary Departure Time that is before the To cancel the temporary override of...
Page 158 5-42 Instruments and Controls There was an unintended loss of Programmable Charging AC power during the plug-in Disabled charge event. For example, there was a power outage or the charge cord was unplugged from the wall. The charge process was interrupted by the utility company via OnStar as authorized by the vehicle owner...
Page 159: Energy Information
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Energy Information This includes distance traveled in Electric Mode, distance traveled in To view the Energy Usage, Energy Extended Range Mode, total Efficiency, and Efficiency Tips, press distance traveled, electric energy button on the center stack used from the battery, total fuel used, and average fuel economy.
Page 160: Clock
5-44 Instruments and Controls Energy Efficiency Efficiency Tips To set the time: 1. Press the TP (Time Program) button to go directly to the time setting page, or press the CONFIG button and select Time from the list. Turn the TUNE/ MENU knob to scroll through the available setup features.
Page 161: Driver Information
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Driver Information DIC Controls DIC Menu Items Center (DIC) At the main DIC menu: 1. Turn the SELECT knob to scroll through the possible DIC menus. 2. Press the center of the SELECT knob when a menu item is highlighted to enter that menu.
Page 162 5-46 Instruments and Controls Trip A and Trip B The oil life must be reset after each If the tire pressure display shows oil change. Avoid accidental dashes instead of a value, there The trip displays show fuel used, resetting of the Engine Oil Life may be a problem with the vehicle.
Page 163: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-47 Tutorial Mode Vehicle Messages Battery and Charging Messages Select this menu item to view a Messages displayed in the DIC screen that explains some of the indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE unique features of the cluster.
Page 164: Brake System Messages
5-48 Instruments and Controls CHARGE CORD CONNECTED SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST CHARGING SYSTEM This message displays when the This message displays when there charge cord is connected to the is a problem with the brake boost This message displays when there vehicle.
Page 165: Cruise Control Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-49 Cruise Control Messages Mountain Mode under Driver Engine Cooling System Selected Operating Modes on Messages CRUISE SET TO XXX page 9 25. ENGINE This message displays when the SPORT MODE NOT OVERHEATED REDUCE cruise control is set and shows the AVAILABLE speed it was set to.
Page 166: Engine Oil Messages
5-50 Instruments and Controls ENGINE RUNNING DUE TO OIL PRESSURE LOW TURN When this message is displayed, refuel the vehicle. See Out of Fuel/ TEMPERATURE VEHICLE OFF Engine Unavailable on page 9 27. This message displays when the This message displays if low oil FUEL LEVEL LOW high voltage battery is charged but pressure levels occur.
Page 167: Key And Lock Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-51 Key and Lock Messages Lamp Messages the vehicle, or press the POWER button without pressing the brake When programming new Remote AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL pedal to turn the vehicle off. If the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters, ON OR OFF vehicle is turned off and a valid DIC messages display.
Page 168: Object Detection System
5-52 Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Propulsion Power This message can display when driving in mountainous terrain Messages Messages without using Mountain Mode or by not entering Mountain Mode soon PARK ASSIST OFF PROPULSION POWER IS enough to build a sufficient battery REDUCED This message displays when the charge reserve before climbing...
Page 169: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-53 Ride Control System SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION CONTROL ON CONTROL Messages This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is This message displays when there LOW TRACTION turned on. is a problem detected with the Traction Control System (TCS). The This message displays when the Airbag System Messages vehicle is safe to drive, but the TCS...
Page 170: Service Vehicle Messages
5-54 Instruments and Controls SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT When this message is displayed, SERVICE VEHICLE SOON the vehicle should be taken to your SYSTEM This message displays if there is a dealer for service as soon as problem with the vehicle. Take the This message displays if there is a possible.
Page 171: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-55 PRESS BUTTON AGAIN TO TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE Vehicle Reminder TURN OFF Messages This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the tires This message displays as a ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE is low.
Page 172: Vehicle Personalization
5-56 Instruments and Controls Vehicle TUNE/MENU Knob Turning a Function On or Off Press to enter, select, or activate 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Personalization a highlighted menu option. highlight the function. The Vehicle Personalization Turn to highlight a menu option. 2.
Page 173 Instruments and Controls 5-57 Power Door Locks Selecting a Menu Option Entering the Personalization Menu Remote Locking, Unlocking, Touch any one of the available Starting menu options on the touch screen to select the option. A checkmark Return to Factory Settings next to the option indicates the Climate and Air Quality selected option.
Page 174 5-58 Instruments and Controls Auto Fan Speed Auto Heated Seats Remote Start Auto Heated Seats This feature sets the automatic fan When enabled, the auto heated seat When on, this feature will turn the speed to maintain the desired buttons on the touch screen will be heated seats on when using remote interior temperature.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-59 To turn the auto defog on or off: To select the outside temperature To turn the Engine Assisted Heating level: (Plugged In) on or off: 1. Press the Vehicle Settings menu. 1. Press the Vehicle menu. 1.
Page 176 5-60 Instruments and Controls Chime Volume 3. Turn the button chime feature on 3. Turn the Charge Cord Theft Alert or off. feature on or off. This allows the selection of the chime volume level to be either 4. Press Back to return to the 4.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-61 3. Select English, French, To select the length of time the To turn the vehicle locator lights on or Spanish. exterior lamps will remain on: or off: 4. Press Back to return to the 1. Press the Vehicle 1.
Page 178 5-62 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out To turn the delayed door lock feature on or off: This allows selection of which doors When on, this feature will keep the will automatically unlock when the 1.
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-63 Remote Lock Feedback Remote Unlock Light Feedback Door Unlock or Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of what When on, the exterior lamps will feedback is provided when flash when unlocking the vehicle This allows selection of which doors unlocking the vehicle with the RKE with the RKE transmitter.
Page 180 5-64 Instruments and Controls 3. Select Door Unlock or Remote Passive Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Door Unlock. This allows selection of which doors This allows passive locking to be 4. Select how the doors will unlock. are unlocked by pressing the button turned on or off and select what on the outside door handle.
Page 181: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-65 Return to Factory Settings Universal Remote This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control This returns all of the vehicle System transmitters used to activate personalization settings to the devices such as garage door See Radio Frequency Statement on factory settings.
Page 182 5-66 Instruments and Controls Keep the original hand-held Programming the Universal 2. At the same time, press and transmitter for use in other vehicles hold both the hand-held Remote System as well as for future Universal transmitter button and one of the For questions or help programming Remote system programming.
Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-67 3. Press and hold for five seconds It may be helpful to have 6. Immediately return to the the newly trained Universal another person assist with vehicle. Firmly press and hold Remote system button (the the remaining Steps 4 for two seconds the Universal button selected in Step 2) while through 6.
Page 184: Universal Remote System
5-68 Instruments and Controls Gate Operator and Canadian If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System having difficulty programming a gate Programming Operation operator or garage door opener by If you have questions or need help using the Programming the Using the Universal Remote programming the Universal Remote Universal Remote System...
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-69 Erasing Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single If you have questions or need help programming the Universal Remote System Buttons Universal Remote System system, call 1 800 355 3515 or go Button All programmed buttons should be to www.homelink.com.
Page 186 5-70 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 187: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic Headlamps): Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on the Exterior Lamp Controls exterior light. Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps): Turns on the Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 parking lamps together with the Headlamp High/Low-Beam following:...
Page 188: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass Daytime Running Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) The flash to pass feature works with the low beams or Daytime Running Headlamp High/Low Beam The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Lamps (DRL) on or off. Changer: Push the turn signal/lane system comes on in daylight when change lever away from you and the following conditions are met:...
Page 189: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting When the DRL are on, the taillamps, Hazard Warning Flashers sidemarker lamps, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not be on. The instrument cluster will be lit. When the exterior lamp control band is turned to the headlamp position, the low-beam headlamps come on.
Page 190: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change Raise or lower the lever until the Interior Lighting arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Signals change. Hold it there until the lane Instrument Panel change is complete. If the lever is Illumination Control moved momentarily to the lane change position, the arrow will flash three times.
Page 191: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps. The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console. To operate, press the following The front reading lamps are in the buttons: overhead console.
Page 192: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting Battery Power Protection The headlamps, parking lamps, The battery saver feature is Entry Lighting taillamps, back up lamps, and designed to protect the vehicle's license plate lamps come on when 12 volt battery. The headlamps, parking lamps, the vehicle is turned off.
Page 193 Infotainment System Infotainment Phone Introduction Bluetooth (Overview) ..7-22 System Bluetooth (Infotainment Infotainment Controls) ....7-24 Bluetooth (Voice Read the following pages to Recognition) .
Page 194: Infotainment System
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Navigation/Radio System Overview road while driving, do the following For vehicles with a navigation radio For vehicles equipped with the while the vehicle is parked: system, see the separate navigation ® ®...
Page 195 Infotainment System All functions are available when the Infotainment System Overview WARNING vehicle is parked. Do the following The infotainment system, before driving: if equipped, is controlled by using Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with the the buttons on the faceplate and the long or too often while using the infotainment system operation,...
Page 196 Infotainment System (Home Page) B. SOURCE D. TUNE/MENU BACK TONE G. CONFIG (Eject) FAV (Favories) AS 1 2 K. INFO (Information) VOL/ (Volume/Power) (Play/Pause) N. TP (Time Program) (Mute) SEEK and SEEK...
Page 197 Infotainment System Infotainment Control Buttons INFO (Information): Press to FAV (Favorite Pages 1-6): Press toggle through an audio information to display the current page number The buttons on the faceplate are screen. above the preset buttons. The used to start primary functions while stored stations for each list display CONFIG (Configure): Press to using the infotainment system.
Page 198 Infotainment System Touch Screen Buttons Info: Press to toggle through an SEEK (Seek Up): audio information screen. Touch screen buttons are on the 1. Press to seek the next track. The Home Page Menu lists the screen and highlighted when a 2.
Page 199 Infotainment System Press the Phone screen button to Press the FM screen button to Press the AUX screen button to display the Phone main page. See display the FM main page and play access any connected auxiliary Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 22 the current or last tuned FM station.
Page 200: Radio
Infotainment System Radio To access the radio main page, Setting the Tone press the SOURCE button on the To adjust the tone: faceplate, the Now Playing screen AM-FM Radio Treble: Press + or to change button, or one of the audio screen the level.
Page 201 Infotainment System To adjust the speaker fade: Seeking a Station 3. Press to select the desired option. To update the station list, Press the upper arrow for more Press to search for a touch Refresh. sound from the front speakers station.
Page 202: Storing Radio Station Presets
7-10 Infotainment System Storing Radio Station Presets Recalling a Preset Station Mixed-Band Presets To recall a preset station from a FAV There are a few ways to store Each page can store six preset page, do the following: presets. stations. The presets within a page can be from different radio bands.
Page 203: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 Satellite Radio When XM is active, the channel 4. From the Add/Remove XM name and number, category name, Categories screen, select or Satellite Radio Service song title, and artist display on the deselect any category to be screen.
Page 204 7-12 Infotainment System XM Updating: The encryption code No Title Info: The system is XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, in the receiver is being updated. No working properly. No song title this message alternates with the XM action is required.
Page 205: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-13 Radio Reception Cellular Phone Usage The range for most AM stations is Cellular phone usage can cause Frequency interference and static greater than for FM, especially at interference with the vehicle's radio. can occur during normal radio night.
Page 206: Audio Players
7-14 Infotainment System Keep the loading slot free of Audio Players When playing any compatible foreign materials, liquids, and recordable disc, the sound quality debris. can be reduced due to disc quality, CD Player the method of recording, the quality Use a marking pen to label the of the music that has been For vehicles equipped with the...
Page 207: Error Messages
Infotainment System 7-15 Playing an Audio CD TUNE/MENU: Turn to the right or SEEK (Seek Down): left to select the next or previous 1. Press the CD screen button on Press to seek to the beginning of track. Press this knob to select the the Home Page or select CD the current or previous track.
Page 208: Mp3
7-16 Infotainment System The air is very humid. Try the The Artist/Album/Song Titles/ MP3 Format disc again later. Genre information requires a CD There are guidelines that must be to be fully scanned before the There was a problem while met when creating an MP3 disc;...
Page 209 Infotainment System 7-17 Artists: Press to view the list of Folders: Press to open a folder list No Folder artists stored on the disc. Select an to access the files within the folder When the CD only contains artist name to view a list of all songs structure.
Page 210: Auxiliary Devices
7-18 Infotainment System Auxiliary Devices Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable USB MP3 Player and USB Drives from the auxiliary device to the The USB MP3 players and USB For vehicles equipped with the auxiliary input jack. When a drives connected must comply MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment device is connected, the system...
Page 211 Infotainment System 7-19 WMA with Digital Rights While the USB source is active, use USB Menu Management (DRM) from online the following to operate USB Press any of the following buttons music shops cannot be played. function: on the USB Menu: WMA files can only be played (Play/Pause): Press to start, back safely if they were created...
Page 212 7-20 Infotainment System Albums: Press to view the albums File System and Naming There may be problems with on the USB. Select the album to operation and function in the The song titles, artists, albums, and view a list of all songs on the album. following situations: genres are taken from the file's ID3 There might be a delay before the...
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-21 The iPod battery recharges Artists: Genres: automatically while the vehicle is on. 1. Press to view the artists stored 1. Press to view the genres stored When the vehicle is off while an on the iPod. on the iPod. iPod is connected using the iPod 2.
Page 214: Bluetooth (Overview)
7-22 Infotainment System Composers: Phone To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle 1. Press to view the composers parked: stored on the iPod. Bluetooth (Overview) Become familiar with the 2. Select a composer name to view For vehicles equipped with the features of the cell phone.
Page 215 Infotainment System 7-23 See www.gm.com/bluetooth for Infotainment System Controls WARNING more information about compatible For information about how to phones. navigate the menu system using the When using a cell phone, it can infotainment controls, see Overview Bluetooth Controls be distracting to look too long or on page 7 2.
Page 216: Controls)
7-24 Infotainment System Audio System Bluetooth (Infotainment Pairing Information Controls) A Bluetooth phone with MP3 When using the Bluetooth system, capability cannot be paired to sound comes through the vehicle's For vehicles equipped with the the vehicle as a phone and an front audio system speakers and MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment MP3 player at the same time.
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-25 Pairing a Phone This name will be used to 4. Select Device List. indicate which phones are 1. Press the CONFIG button. 5. Select the phone to delete and paired and connected to the follow the on screen prompts. 2.
Page 218 7-26 Infotainment System Making a Call Using To make a call using the Phone 3. Select the Incoming Calls, Book menu: Outgoing Calls, or Missed Phone Book Calls list. 1. Press the PHONE button once For cell phones that support the or twice (depending on the 4.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-27 Declining a Call Switching Between Calls (Call 4. After the call has been placed, Waiting Calls Only) turn or press the TUNE/MENU Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to knob and choose Merge Calls. Decline and press the TUNE/ To switch between calls: MENU knob to decline the call.
Page 220: Recognition)
7-28 Infotainment System Dual Tone Multi-Frequency To use voice recognition, press the Pairing Information button located on the steering (DTMF) Tones A Bluetooth phone with MP3 wheel. Use the commands below for capability cannot be paired to The in vehicle Bluetooth system can the various voice features.
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-29 Pairing a Phone This name will be used to Deleting a Paired Phone indicate which phones are If the phone name you want to 1. Press . The system paired and connected to the delete is unknown, see Listing All responds Ready, followed by vehicle.
Page 222 7-30 Infotainment System 2. Say Bluetooth. Digit Store: This command allows Using the Digit Store Command a phone number to be stored as a 3. Say Change phone. If an unwanted number is name tag by entering the digits one recognized by the system, say If another cell phone is at a time.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-31 Using the Delete Command Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call Command The list command will list all the 1. Press . The system stored numbers and name tags. 1. Press . The system responds Ready, followed by a tone.
Page 224 7-32 Infotainment System To hear all of the numbers Once connected, the person called Press to disconnect the recognized by the system, say will be heard through the audio current call and switch to the call Verify at any time. speakers.
Page 225 Infotainment System 7-33 Muting a Call To Transfer Audio from the Voice Pass-Thru Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call, all sounds from inside Voice pass thru allows access to the During a call with the audio in the the vehicle can be muted so that the voice recognition commands on the vehicle:...
Page 226: Trademarks And License Agreements
7-34 Infotainment System Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System Trademarks and (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of License Agreements the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send will be retained indefinitely. This numbers and the numbers stored as includes all saved name tags in the name tags during a call.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-35 Manufactured under license from Made for iPod means that an Music and video recognition Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the electronic accessory has been technology and related data are ® double-D symbol are trademarks of designed to connect specifically to provided by Gracenote .
Page 228 7-36 Infotainment System the Powered by Gracenote logo name, artist, track, and title terminates, you agree to cease any are either registered trademarks or information ( Gracenote Data ) from and all use of the Gracenote Data, trademarks of Gracenote in the online servers or embedded the Gracenote Software, and United States and/or other...
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-37 The Gracenote Software and each Gracenote disclaims all warranties item of Gracenote Data are licensed express or implied, including, but to you AS IS. Gracenote makes no not limited to, implied warranties of representations or warranties, merchantability, fitness for a express or implied, regarding the particular purpose, title, and accuracy of any Gracenote Data...
Page 230 7-38 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 231: Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control The vehicle may require the use of an auxiliary heat source under Systems certain cold conditions. This provides additional heating and Climate Control Systems Automatic Climate defrost capability obtained by Automatic Climate Control running the engine, even if the high Control System System .
Page 232 Climate Controls Climate Control Buttons A. Temperature Control D. Climate B. Driver and Passenger Heated E. Auto (Automatic Operation) Seats Rear Window Defogger C. Defrost G. Manual Fan Control...
Page 233 Climate Controls Climate Control Touch Screen The climate mode, fan, air delivery, recirculation, and auto heated seats are controlled by pressing the CLIMATE button on the center stack and viewing information in the center stack display. Climate Mode Operation There are three climate mode settings: Fan Only, ECO, and Comfort.
Page 234 Climate Controls Fan Only Mode: The air Air Quality under Vehicle conditioning and electric heat are Personalization on page 5 56 for more information on the Auto Defog turned off. As long as is not selection. The air conditioning may selected, the climate control settings also run if is selected.
Page 235 Climate Controls The air conditioning and electric fan speed, or recirculation setting is Defog off or on, see Climate and heat could be on at the same time adjusted, the AUTO indicator turns Air Quality under Vehicle when dehumidification is required in off and the selected settings display.
Page 236 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control: Press (Defrost): Air is directed to the (Manual Recirculation): CLIMATE to select the Climate windshield. The windshield is Press to alternate between touch screen. Press the air delivery cleared of fog or frost more quickly. recirculating air inside the vehicle or mode touch screen button to pulling in outside air.
Page 237 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Remote Start: For vehicles with AUTO/ AUTO (Auto Heated this feature, the climate control Seats): If available, the controls (Rear Window Defogger): system may be started by using the are on the touch screen on the Press to turn the rear window Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) center stack.
Page 238 Climate Controls Sensors Humidity Sensor Air Vents The humidity sensor is near the Solar Sensor Use the louvers on the air vents to base of the inside rearview mirror. change the direction of the airflow. The solar sensor is located on top of The climate control system uses the the instrument panel, near the Use the thumbwheels near each...
Page 239 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Brakes Power (RAP) ....9-21 Antilock Brake Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-22 System (ABS) .
Page 240: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Charge Cord ....9-55 Driving Information Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Utility Interruption of Avoid unnecessary rapid Charging ....9-58 Driving for Better Energy accelerations and decelerations.
Page 241 Driving and Operating Use Mountain Mode prior to Less energy is used at low fan Use remote start to heat or cool the climbing long, steep grades in speeds. When using the fan: interior when the vehicle is plugged mountainous areas. Be sure to in to maximize the electric range by Fan Only is the most energy engage Mountain Mode before...
Page 242: Distracted Driving
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Vehicle Charging/Maintenance Using a rooftop carrier will reduce passenger to handle potential efficiency due to additional weight Charging distractions. and drag. Keep the vehicle plugged in, even Become familiar with vehicle Distracted Driving when fully charged, to keep the features before driving, such as battery temperature ready for the...
Page 243: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Defensive Driving WARNING WARNING Defensive driving means always Taking your eyes off the road too Drinking and then driving is very expect the unexpected. The first long or too often could cause a dangerous. Your reflexes, step in driving defensively is to wear crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 244: Braking
Driving and Operating Braking If the engine ever stops while the Curve Tips vehicle is being driven, brake Take curves at a reasonable Braking action involves perception normally but do not pump the speed. time and reaction time. Deciding to brakes.
Page 245: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 246: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Hydroplaning WARNING acceleration, or braking, Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water including reducing vehicle speed can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. by shifting to a lower gear. Any tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a sudden changes could cause water.
Page 247: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Other driving tips include: WARNING Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Keep the interior or with the vehicle turned off is temperature cool.
Page 248: Winter Driving
9-10 Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. Blizzard Conditions signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive Being stuck in snow can be a roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the serious situation.
Page 249 Driving and Operating 9-11 To conserve energy, run the vehicle WARNING WARNING (Continued) for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust vehicle off and close the window or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 250: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-12 Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the It is very important to know how Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when much weight the vehicle can right to clear the area around the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 251 Driving and Operating 9-13 Tire and Loading Information and the maximum vehicle WARNING Label capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross The Tire and Loading Vehicle Weight Rating Information label also shows (GVWR), or either the the tire size of the original maximum front or rear Gross...
Page 252 9-14 Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct The resulting figure equals If your vehicle will be towing Load Limit the available amount of cargo a trailer, the load from your and luggage load capacity. trailer will be transferred to Locate the statement The For example, if the XXX your vehicle.
Page 253 Driving and Operating 9-15 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 254 9-16 Driving and Operating Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Certification Label Spread out heavy loads equally Loading Information label for on both sides of the vehicle. See specific information about the Steps for Determining Correct vehicle's capacity weight and Load Limit earlier in this seating positions.
Page 255: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-17 If you put things inside the Starting and WARNING (Continued) vehicle like suitcases, Operating tools, packages, or anything Never stack heavier else they will go as fast as things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In the vehicle goes. If you have to inside the vehicle so that stop or turn quickly, or if there is Notice: The vehicle does not...
Page 256: Power Button
9-18 Driving and Operating Power Button The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Service Only Mode transmitter must be in the vehicle for This power mode is available for the system to operate. If the vehicle service and diagnostics, and to will not start, place the RKE verify the proper operation of the transmitter in the transmitter slot.
Page 257 Driving and Operating 9-19 STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF: If the vehicle must be shut off in an WARNING To turn the vehicle off, push the emergency: POWER button with the vehicle 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while in P (Park).
Page 258: Starting And Stopping The Vehicle
9-20 Driving and Operating Starting and Stopping the The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter must be in the vehicle. Vehicle Press the brake pedal and push and Starting Procedure release the POWER button. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or If the RKE transmitter is not in the N (Neutral).
Page 259: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-21 The instrument cluster displays an Computers determine when the Stopping Procedure active fuel or battery gauge, along engine needs to run. The engine For information on how to turn the with an audio startup cue, when the may start, if required, when the vehicle off, see Power Button on vehicle is ready to be driven.
Page 260: Shifting Into Park
9-22 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle with the toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked Propulsion System On into P (Park). WARNING WARNING Torque Lock It can be dangerous to get out of Torque lock is when the weight of It can be dangerous to leave the the vehicle if the shift lever is not...
Page 261: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-23 Shifting out of Park If the vehicle has an uncharged 12 Parking over Things volt battery or a 12 volt battery with That Burn To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle low voltage, try charging or jump must be in ON/RUN, the brake starting the 12 volt battery.
Page 262: Electric Vehicle Operating Modes
9-24 Driving and Operating Electric Vehicle Electric Mode Extended Range Mode Operating Modes In Electric Mode, the vehicle does When the vehicle reaches the end not use fuel or produce tailpipe of its electric range, it switches to emissions. During this primary Extended Range Mode (ERM).
Page 263: Driver Selected Operating
Driving and Operating 9-25 In either Electric Mode or Extended Driver Selected Operating Range Mode, when the hood is Modes open, the engine will run without turning off if the vehicle is on. The While driving in Electric or Extended high voltage battery is neither Range Mode, additional operating charged nor discharged when this...
Page 264 9-26 Driving and Operating If in Sport or Mountain Mode, either Press the DRIVE MODE button provide better grade climbing may become unavailable and the again to return to Normal Mode and performance. While driving in vehicle will return to Normal Mode. it becomes active after Mountain Mode, the vehicle will The indicator light goes off and a...
Page 265: Out Of Fuel/Engine
Driving and Operating 9-27 The engine may run when Mountain Out of Fuel/Engine Once the vehicle is refueled, or the Mode is selected, depending on malfunction is corrected, the engine Unavailable high voltage battery charge, to build will start the next time the vehicle is reserve battery charge for uphill turned on to perform a self test, and If the vehicle runs out of fuel, or the...
Page 266: Maintenance Modes
9-28 Driving and Operating Maintenance Modes Engine Maintenance Mode (EMM) Engine Maintenance Mode (EMM) runs the engine to keep it in good working condition after approximately six weeks of no or very limited engine operation. EMM will force the engine to run, even if If Yes is selected, EMM will begin.
Page 267 Driving and Operating 9-29 When FMM is needed, the FMM If FMM is required and the fuel level Request screen appears on the is low, FMM may eventually empty center stack display at vehicle start. the fuel tank if fuel is not added. This will result in reduced, or no power.
Page 268: Engine Exhaust
9-30 Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from propulsion system on. But if you damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon ever have to, here are some things modifications that are not...
Page 269: Electric Drive Unit
Driving and Operating 9-31 Electric Drive Unit WARNING WARNING The vehicle uses an electric drive It can be dangerous to get out of It is dangerous to get out of the unit. The shift lever is on the the vehicle if the electric drive unit vehicle if the shift lever is not fully console between the seats.
Page 270 9-32 Driving and Operating shifting from P (Park) when the N (Neutral): In this position, the L (Low): This position reduces vehicle is in ON/RUN. If you cannot propulsion system does not connect vehicle speed without using the shift out of P (Park), ease pressure with the wheels.
Page 271: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-33 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 272: Electric Parking Brake
9-34 Driving and Operating Electric Parking Brake In case of insufficient electrical If the EPB is applied while the power, the EPB cannot be applied vehicle is in motion, a chime will or released. sound, and the DIC message RELEASE PARKING BRAKE will be Before leaving the vehicle, check displayed.
Page 273 Driving and Operating 9-35 If the Service Electric Parking Brake EPB Release Notice: Driving with the parking Light is on, the EPB has detected a brake on can overheat the brake To release the EPB, place the system problem and is operating system and cause premature vehicle in ON/RUN, apply and hold with reduced functionality.
Page 274: Regenerative Braking
9-36 Driving and Operating Regenerative Braking interprets the braking request and Ride Control Systems uses regenerative braking, Regenerative braking takes some of conventional hydraulic braking, or a Traction Control the energy from the moving vehicle combination of both as necessary. and turns it back into electrical System (TCS) Because the controller applies the...
Page 275 Driving and Operating 9-37 When the vehicle is started and Notice: Do not repeatedly brake flashes to indicate that TCS is begins to move, the system or accelerate heavily when TCS is active. See Traction Control System performs several diagnostic checks off.
Page 276: Electronic Stability
9-38 Driving and Operating Driving should be adjusted Electronic Stability When the vehicle is started and accordingly. See Traction Off Light begins to move, the system Control (ESC) on page 5 24 for more information. performs several diagnostic checks to ensure there are no problems. The vehicle has an Electronic Press and release the TCS/ESC The system may be heard or felt...
Page 277 Driving and Operating 9-39 If a problem is detected with When StabiliTrak is turned off, StabiliTrak, SERVICE the system will not assist with STABILITRAK is displayed on the directional control of the vehicle Driver Information Center (DIC). or limit wheel spin. Driving See Ride Control System Messages should be adjusted accordingly.
Page 278: Cruise Control
9-40 Driving and Operating Cruise Control WARNING The cruise control lets the vehicle Cruise control can be dangerous maintain a speed of about 40 km/h where you cannot drive safely at (25 mph) or more without keeping a steady speed. So, do not use your foot on the accelerator.
Page 279 Driving and Operating 9-41 SET/ (Set/Coast): Move the Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using thumbwheel down to set a speed Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a and activate cruise control or to desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is make the vehicle decelerate.
Page 280: Object Detection Systems
9-42 Driving and Operating Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Object Detection How well the cruise control works There are three ways to end cruise Systems on hills depends upon the vehicle control: speed, load, and the steepness of Step lightly on the brake pedal;...
Page 281 Driving and Operating 9-43 How the System Works High-toned beeps from the front WARNING speakers are for objects detected When the vehicle is shifted into near the front bumper. Low-toned R (Reverse) the front and rear The Ultrasonic Front and Rear beeps from the rear speakers are sensors are automatically turned on.
Page 282 9-44 Driving and Operating Objects Detected by Both the Turning the System On and Off When the System Does Not Front and Rear Sensors Seem to Work Properly The UFRPA system can be turned In general, if objects are detected at on and off by pressing the park The following messages may be the same time near both the front...
Page 283: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-45 The park assist sensors are Rear Vision WARNING (Continued) covered by frost or ice. Frost or Camera (RVC) ice can form around and behind Do not back the vehicle using the sensors and may not always The vehicle may have a Rear Vision only the RVC screen or by using be seen;...
Page 284 9-46 Driving and Operating How the System Works 3. Select Display. To turn the symbols on or off: 4. Select Camera. When a 1. Shift into P (Park). When the vehicle is shifted into checkmark appears next to R (Reverse), the image of the area 2.
Page 285 Driving and Operating 9-47 Rear Vision Camera Error The area displayed by the camera is Messages limited. SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA It does not display objects that are SYSTEM: If this message appears close to either corner or under the in the center stack display, the bumper and can vary depending on system is not receiving information it...
Page 286: Plug-In Charging
9-48 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Charging The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds Seem To Work Properly from the vehicle while it is turned Plug-In Charging The RVC system may not work off.
Page 287 Driving and Operating 9-49 Charging In cold weather conditions, ice Lift the charge cord up and may form around the charge port rearward to remove it from the Start Charge door. The charge port door may vehicle. The vehicle plug (B) is not open on the first attempt.
Page 288 9-50 Driving and Operating 5. To arm the charge cord theft 3. Close the charge port door by alert, lock the vehicle with the pressing firmly in the center to RKE transmitter. To disable this latch properly. feature, see Charge Cord Theft 4.
Page 289: Delayed Charging
Driving and Operating 9-51 6. Place the charge cord, face Delayed Charging down, into the storage Override compartment with the front edge (F) of the charge cord To temporarily override a delayed body under the clips (G) located charge event, unplug the charge in the front of the storage cord from the charge port and then compartment.
Page 290: Charging Status
9-52 Driving and Operating Long Flashing Green Vehicle Charging Status The system may be thermally is plugged in. Battery is not fully conditioning the battery during any Feedback charged. Battery charging is of the states above, requiring delayed. electrical energy to be transferred to the vehicle.
Page 291 Driving and Operating 9-53 Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator Solid Green One horn chirp Charging has begun. Charging is delayed by Programmable Charging or, if vehicle is equipped Long Flashing Green Two horn chirps accordingly, by a total utility interruption via OnStar.
Page 292 9-54 Driving and Operating Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator Charge cord connection should be checked. If connection is good, this may be due to a None (After Green or total utility interruption via OnStar and Yellow CSI Indication None charging will begin later. See Utility Observed) Interruption of Charging on page 9 58 or Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 19.
Page 293: Charge Cord
Driving and Operating 9-55 Charge Cord A portable charge cord used to WARNING charge the vehicle high voltage See Radio Frequency Statement on battery is stored under the rear Using the charge cord with a page 13 17 for information luggage compartment.
Page 294 9-56 Driving and Operating WARNING WARNING An extension cord should not be Multi outlet power strips, surge used to charge the vehicle. Use protectors, or similar devices of an extension cord may could increase the risk of increase the risk of electric shock electrical shock or other hazards.
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-57 Charge Level Button Two charge levels are available by Normal Level: This level is pressing the charge level button. recommended. All four charge level On some models, charge level Select reduced or normal level. indicators will be lit. selection can be made using the The charge level cannot be Reduced Level: Use when the...
Page 296: Utility Interruption Of
9-58 Driving and Operating Utility Interruption of A pop up will be displayed in the section. Reduced level mode allows center stack display during the key a non dedicated circuit to be used Charging cycle following any utility but increases the charging time. interruption.
Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-59 Charging equipment with a rating of Fuel at least 240V/20Amp will provide Use of the recommended fuel is an the fastest charging time to important part of the proper recharge the high voltage battery. maintenance of this vehicle. To help 240V/40Amp circuits provide keep the engine clean and maintain flexibility for future vehicle charging...
Page 298: Gasoline Specifications (U.s. And Canada Only)
9-60 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Fuels in Foreign (U.S. and Canada Only) Requirements Countries At a minimum, gasoline should If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any meet ASTM specification D 4814 in California Emissions Standards, it is other fuel not recommended in the the United States or CAN/...
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-61 Environmental Protection Agency Gasolines containing oxygenates, Some gasolines that are regulations. To help keep fuel such as ethers and ethanol, and not reformulated for low injectors and intake valves clean reformulated gasolines might be emissions can contain an and avoid problems due to dirty available in your area.
Page 300: Filling The Tank
9-62 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank The fuel system on this vehicle requires a refueling process to control evaporative emissions. To WARNING refuel the vehicle: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump 2.
Page 301 Driving and Operating 9-63 4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and Notice: If a new fuel cap is cap by turning it clockwise until it wait a few seconds before removing needed, be sure to get the right clicks.
Page 302: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-64 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill Information WARNING opening before operating the The vehicle is neither designed nor Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle.
Page 303: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-65 Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12 volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Notice: Do not add anything Vehicle on page 3 31 and Adding...
Page 304 9-66 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 305 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating ..10-21 Engine Compartment Fuse Washer Fluid ....10-21 Block ..... 10-34 Brakes .
Page 306: Vehicle Care
10-2 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality General Information California Proposition Grading ....10-61 65 Warning For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tire your dealer.
Page 307: Accessories And Modifications
Vehicle Care 10-3 Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the vehicle Adding non dealer accessories or using genuine GM Accessories making modifications to the vehicle installed by a dealer technician.
Page 308 10-4 Vehicle Care Lifting the Vehicle with a When using a jack to lift the vehicle, WARNING Service Jack follow the instructions that came with the jack and be sure to use the Getting under a vehicle when it is correct lifting points to avoid WARNING jacked up is dangerous.
Page 309 Vehicle Care 10-5 There are four points where the When lifting the vehicle from the When lifting the vehicle from the vehicle can be lifted with a rear, place the service jack directly front, place the service jack directly service jack. under the spring seat.
Page 310: Vehicle Checks
10-6 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper High voltage components are nuts, bolts, and other identified by labels. Do not Service Work fasteners. Metric and English remove, open, take apart, fasteners can be easily or modify these components.
Page 311: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-7 Keep a record with all parts receipts To close the hood: and list the mileage and the date of 1. Before closing the hood, check any service work performed. See that all filler caps are properly Maintenance Records on installed.
Page 312 10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 313: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-9 A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and System (Power Electronics and Engine Oil Pressure Cap. See Engine Charger Modules) on To ensure proper engine Coolant on page 10 18. page 10 17. performance and long life, careful B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H.
Page 314 10-10 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the It is a good idea to check the engine acceptable operating range oil level at each fuel fill. In order to shown on the dipstick are harmful get an accurate reading, the vehicle to the engine.
Page 315 Vehicle Care 10-11 Selecting the Right Engine Oil starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting Selecting the right engine oil an oil of the appropriate viscosity depends on both the proper oil grade, always select an oil that specification and viscosity grade.
Page 316: Engine Oil Life System
10-12 Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil system might indicate that an oil elements that can be unhealthy for change is not necessary for up to This vehicle has a computer system...
Page 317: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-13 How to Reset the Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Life System Filter See Engine Compartment Overview Reset the system whenever the To inspect the air filter, remove it on page 10 8 for the location of the engine oil is changed so that the from the engine air cleaner/filter engine air cleaner/filter.
Page 318 10-14 Vehicle Care How to Reinstall the Engine WARNING Air Filter 1. Install the air filter into the Operating the engine with the air engine air cleaner/filter cleaner/filter off can cause you or assembly. The outer air filter others to be burned. The air seal must be fitted properly in cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 319: Cooling System (Engine)
Vehicle Care 10-15 Cooling System (Engine) WARNING WARNING When it is safe to lift the hood: The electric fans under the hood Heater and radiator hoses, and can start up even when the other engine parts, can be very engine is not running and can hot.
Page 320: Cooling System (High Voltage Battery)
10-16 Vehicle Care Cooling System (High What to Use Voltage Battery) The high voltage battery coolant reservoir in the vehicle is filled with During vehicle operation and also a 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL during charging, the high voltage engine coolant and deionized water. battery cells in the vehicle are kept If using this mixture, nothing else within a normal operating...
Page 321: Electronics And Charger
Vehicle Care 10-17 Cooling System (Power The coolant needs to be replaced every 5 years or 240 000 km Electronics and Charger (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first. Modules) Checking Coolant The power electronics and charger The vehicle must be on a level modules are cooled using the same surface when checking the coolant coolant loop.
Page 322: Engine Coolant
10-18 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of deionized water and DEX-COOL coolant. The engine cooling system in the If using this mixture, nothing else WARNING vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL needs to be added. This mixture: engine coolant.
Page 323 Vehicle Care 10-19 Never dispose of engine coolant by cooling system is cool before this is Notice: This vehicle has a putting it in the trash, pouring it on done. See Engine Overheating on specific coolant fill procedure. the ground, or into sewers, streams, page 10 21 for more information.
Page 324 10-20 Vehicle Care If coolant is needed, add the proper WARNING DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure even a little they can...
Page 325: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-21 Engine Overheating Washer Fluid Adding Washer Fluid The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD The vehicle has an indicator to warn What to Use FLUID message will appear on the of engine overheating. When adding windshield washer Driver Information Center (DIC) If the decision is made not to lift the fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read when the fluid level is low.
Page 326: Brakes
10-22 Vehicle Care Notice Brakes Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the When using concentrated This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly washer fluid, follow the brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 327: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-23 Brake Pedal Travel If this is not done, the brakes might There are only two reasons why the not work properly. For example, brake fluid level in the reservoir See your dealer if the brake pedal installing disc brake pads that are might go down: does not return to normal height, wrong for the vehicle, can change...
Page 328 10-24 Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. Checking Brake Fluid After work is done on the brake Adding fluid does not correct a leak. hydraulic system, make sure the Check brake fluid by looking at the If fluid is added when the linings are level, with the vehicle running, is in brake fluid reservoir.
Page 329: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-25 If brake fluid is spilled on the inflated, see What Will You See WARNING vehicle's painted surfaces, after an Airbag Inflates? on the paint finish can be page 3 24. With the wrong kind of fluid in the damaged.
Page 330: Vehicle Storage
10-26 Vehicle Care Refer to the replacement number Vehicle Storage In addition, to avoid potential shown on the original battery label damage to the high voltage battery, when a new 12 volt battery is perform the following recommended WARNING needed. The vehicle has an steps: Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12 volt 12 volt batteries have acid that...
Page 331: Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock Control Function Check
Vehicle Care 10-27 Electric Drive Unit Shift more than five seconds to place Park on a fairly steep hill, with the the vehicle in Service Only vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Lock Control Function Mode. See Power Button on your foot on the regular brake, set Check page 9 18.
Page 332: Headlamp Aiming
10-28 Vehicle Care Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the windshield wiper Headlamp Aiming blade: Windshield wiper blades should be Headlamp aim has been preset and 1. Pull the windshield wiper inspected for wear and cracking. should need no further adjustment. assembly away from the See Maintenance Schedule on If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,...
Page 333: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-29 Bulb Replacement LED Lighting 3. Remove the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by This vehicle has several LED lamps. For the proper type of replacement turning it counterclockwise. For replacement of any LED lighting bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on 4.
Page 334 10-30 Vehicle Care Passenger Side Headlamps 3. Remove the air cleaner 6. Disconnect the bulb from the assembly by pulling up to wiring harness connector. To replace the high/low beam release the rear two retention 7. Install the new bulb in the headlamp: posts from the securing headlamp assembly by turning it...
Page 335: Back-Up Lamps
Vehicle Care 10-31 Back-Up Lamps 3. Turn the bulb socket License Plate Lamp counterclockwise to remove it To replace one of these bulbs: from the bulb assembly. 4. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket. 5. Push a new bulb straight into the bulb socket.
Page 336: Replacement Bulbs
10-32 Vehicle Care 6. Reinstall the lamp assembly (C) Electrical System into the fascia by inserting the left side first. High Voltage Devices and 7. Push the spring clip side into Wiring place. WARNING Replacement Bulbs Bulb Exposure to high voltage can Exterior Lamp A.
Page 337: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-33 Electrical System Replace a bad fuse with a new one Windshield Wipers of the identical size and rating. Overload If the wiper motor overheats due to If there is a problem on the road and heavy snow or ice, the windshield The vehicle has fuses and circuit a fuse needs to be replaced, the wipers will stop until the motor cools...
Page 338: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
10-34 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To open the fuse block cover, press the clips at the front and back and Engine Compartment Fuse Block rotate the cover up to the side. Notice: Spilling liquid on any A fuse puller is located in the engine Mini Fuses Usage electrical component on the...
Page 339 Vehicle Care 10-35 Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Traction Power Run/Crank for Ignition Coils/ Injectors Inverter Module and Vehicle Integration Transmission Control Module Not Used Control Vehicle Integration Empty Module Battery Control Not Used Engine Control Module Battery Module...
Page 340 10-36 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage J Case Usage Fuses Rechargeable Run/Crank for ABS/ Energy Storage Rechargeable AIR Solenoid System (High Energy Storage (PZEV Only) Voltage Battery) System (High Empty Control Module Voltage Battery) Power Front Windshield Engine Control Window Front...
Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-37 J Case Usage Mini Relays Usage Micro Usage Fuses Relays Powertrain Empty Empty Heated Mirrors Empty AIR Solenoid Empty (PZEV Only) Antilock Brake AIR Pump System Motor Empty (PZEV Only) Cooling Fan Right Empty Empty Front Wipers Empty Empty Charger...
Page 342: Block
10-38 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left Side) The left instrument panel fuse block is on the left side end of the instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling out. To reinstall the door, insert the bottom tab first, then push the door back into its original location.
Page 343 Vehicle Care 10-39 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Data Link Body Control Retained Accessory Connector, Left Module 4/Left Power Relay for (Primary) Headlamp Power Outlets Empty Empty Empty OnStar Empty Empty Body Control Empty Empty Module 1/Body Power Outlet (Inside Control Module Diodes Usage...
Page 344: Block
10-40 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right Side) The right instrument panel fuse block is on the right side end of the instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling out. To reinstall the door, insert the bottom tab first, then push the door back into its original location.
Page 345 Vehicle Care 10-41 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Empty Body Control Body Control Module 5/Retained Module 8/Locks Empty Accessory Power Data Link Empty Relay Control/Right Connector, Right Front Turn Signal Child Lockout Relay (Secondary) Lamp/Left Rear Stop Universal Garage and Turn Signal Diodes Usage...
Page 346: Rear Compartment Fuse Block
10-42 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is on the left side of the rear compartment behind a removable cover. Open the latch to remove the cover and access the fuse block. A fuse puller is located in the engine Fuses Usage compartment fuse block.
Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-43 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Driver Door Horn Rear Defog Switches (Outside (Upper Grid) Rear Power Rearview Mirror/ Windows Hatch Release Charge Port Door Release/Refuel Electric Parking Empty Request/Driver Brake Empty Window Switch) Rear Defog Empty (Upper Grid) Fuel (Diurnal Valve Empty...
Page 348: Wheels And Tires
10-44 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
Page 349: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care 10-45 Winter Tires If using snow tires: Use tires of the same brand and Consider installing winter tires on tread type on all four wheel the vehicle if frequent driving on positions. snow or ice covered roads is expected.
Page 350: Tire Designations
10-46 Vehicle Care (B) TPC Spec (Tire manufactured. The TIN is Tire Designations Performance Criteria molded onto both sides of the Tire Size Specification) Original tire, although only one side may equipment tires designed to have the date of manufacture. The following is an example of a GM's specific tire performance typical passenger vehicle...
Page 351: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-47 (C) Aspect Ratio A two digit is certified to carry. The speed Belt A rubber coated layer of number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a cords that is located between height to width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load.
Page 352 10-48 Vehicle Care Curb Weight The weight of a GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure motor vehicle with standard and Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to optional equipment including the Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 353 Vehicle Care 10-49 Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators Narrow side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the tread outward when mounted on a 90 degrees to the centerline of...
Page 354: Tire Pressure
10-50 Vehicle Care Vehicle Capacity Weight Tire Pressure Overinflated tires, or tires that number of designated seating have too much air, can Tires need the correct amount of positions multiplied by result in: air pressure to operate 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Unusual wear.
Page 355: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-51 For additional information has not been driven for at least Tire Pressure Monitor regarding how much weight the three hours or no more than System vehicle can carry, and an 1.6 km (1 mi). The Tire Pressure Monitor System example of the Tire and Loading Remove the valve cap from the (TPMS) uses radio and sensor...
Page 356 10-52 Vehicle Care As an added safety feature, your Please note that the TPMS is When the malfunction indicator is vehicle has been equipped with a not a substitute for proper tire illuminated, the system may not be tire pressure monitoring system maintenance, and it is the driver's able to detect or signal low tire (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire...
Page 357: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-53 Federal Communications Tire Pressure Monitor If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the Commission (FCC) Rules and Operation tires to the recommended pressure with Industry Canada shown on the Tire Loading and This vehicle may have a Tire Standards Information label.
Page 358 10-54 Vehicle Care A Tire and Loading Information label Notice: Tire sealant materials are TPMS Malfunction Light and shows the size of the original not all the same. A non-approved Message equipment tires and the correct tire sealant could damage the The TPMS will not function properly inflation pressure for the tires when TPMS sensors.
Page 359 Vehicle Care 10-55 Replacement tires or wheels do successfully. See "TPMS Sensor TPMS Sensor Matching not match the original equipment Matching Process" later in this Process tires or wheels. Tires and wheels section. Each TPMS sensor has a unique other than those recommended The TPMS sensor matching identification code.
Page 360 10-56 Vehicle Care Follow the TPMS sensor matching The horn sounds twice to signal 11. Proceed to the driver side rear process: the receiver is in relearn mode tire, and repeat the procedure and the TIRE LEARNING in Step 8. The horn sounds 1.
Page 361: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-57 The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the vehicle has one, be inspected damage.
Page 362: When It Is Time For New
10-58 Vehicle Care Check that all wheel nuts are Lightly coat the center of the properly tightened. See Wheel wheel hub with wheel bearing Nut Torque under Capacities grease after a wheel change or and Specifications on tire rotation to prevent corrosion page 12 2.
Page 363: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-59 The rubber in tires ages over time. Parking for an extended period can GM's exclusive TPC Spec system This also applies for the spare tire, cause flat spots on the tires that considers over a dozen critical if the vehicle has one, even if it is may result in vibrations while specifications that impact the...
Page 364 10-60 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the If the vehicle tires must be replaced WARNING tires at the same time. Uniform tread with a tire that does not have a TPC depth on all tires will help to Spec number, make sure they are Mixing tires of different sizes, maintain the performance of the the same size, load range, speed...
Page 365: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-61 Different Size Tires and Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Wheels Grading If different sized wheels are used, If wheels or tires are installed that Quality grades can be found there may not be an acceptable are a different size than the original where applicable on the tire level of performance and safety if equipment wheels and tires, vehicle...
Page 366 10-62 Vehicle Care use spare tires, tires with course. For example, a tire assigned to this tire is based on nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), a half (1½) times as well on the tests, and does not include or to some limited-production...
Page 367: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-63 A represent higher levels of road, the tires and wheels might WARNING need to be rebalanced. See your performance on the laboratory dealer for proper diagnosis. test wheel than the minimum Using the wrong replacement required by law. Warning: The wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement temperature grade for this tire is...
Page 368 10-64 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels WARNING WARNING WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly the parts to which it is tightened wheel nuts can cause Replacing a wheel with a used the wheel to become loose and fastened, can make wheel one is dangerous.
Page 369: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-65 Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) This vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING Use another type of traction compressor kit. See Tire Sealant device only if its manufacturer and Compressor Kit on page 10 67. Do not use tire chains.
Page 370 10-66 Vehicle Care A rear blowout, particularly on a If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire If the tire has been separated from curve, acts much like a skid and and wheel damage by driving slowly the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, may require the same correction as to a level place and stopping, well or has a puncture larger than...
Page 371: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-67 Tire Sealant and If this vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING compressor kit, there may not be a Compressor Kit spare tire, tire changing equipment, Overinflating a tire could cause and on some vehicles there may not the tire to rupture and you or WARNING be a place to store a tire.
Page 372 10-68 Vehicle Care The kit includes: A. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air or There is only enough sealant to seal Air Only) one tire. After usage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hose B. On/Off Button assembly must be replaced. See C. Pressure Gauge Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following.
Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-69 When using the tire sealant and 3. Place the kit on the ground. compressor kit during cold Make sure the tire valve stem is temperatures, warm the kit in a positioned close to the ground heated environment for five minutes. so the hose will reach it.
Page 374 10-70 Vehicle Care 8. Turn the selector switch (A) The pressure gauge (C) may The tire is not sealed and will counterclockwise to the read higher than the actual tire continue to leak air until the Sealant + Air position. pressure while the compressor vehicle is driven and the is on.
Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-71 19. Stop at a safe location and 20. Wipe off any sealant from the check the tire pressure. Refer wheel, tire, and vehicle. to Steps 1 through 11 under 21. Dispose of the used sealant Using the Tire Sealant and canister (E) and sealant/air Compressor Kit without Sealant hose (F) assembly at a local...
Page 376 10-72 Vehicle Care Using the Tire Sealant and If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly Compressor Kit without to a level place. Turn on the hazard Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not warning flashers. See Hazard Punctured) Warning Flashers on page 6 3.
Page 377 Vehicle Care 10-73 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the 10. Inflate the tire to the 11. Press the on/off button (B) to accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation turn the tire sealant and vehicle. Unplug all items from pressure using the pressure compressor kit off.
Page 378: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-74 Vehicle Care Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer.
Page 379: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-75 Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Jump starting is connecting jumper Batteries are dangerous and can Electric fans can start up even cables between the two vehicles to cause injury. Batteries contain when the engine is not running enable vehicle starting. If the Volt or acid and can explode or ignite.
Page 380 10-76 Vehicle Care Jump Starting the Volt Put both vehicles in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or If the Volt will not start, the 12 volt electric drive unit. For a manual battery may be run down. To jump transmission, place the vehicle start the Volt use the underhood in Neutral and set the parking...
Page 381 Vehicle Care 10-77 6. Check that the jumper cables do Notice: If the jumper cables are 3. Connect the black negative ( ) not have loose or missing connected or removed in the jumper cable to the negative ( ) insulation or a shock could result wrong order, electrical shorting battery terminal of the other...
Page 382 10-78 Vehicle Care Disconnecting the Jumper Cables Jump Starting Another Vehicle 2. Park both vehicles close enough so that the jumper cables can 1. Disconnect the black When using the Volt to jump start reach both vehicles' positive (+) negative ( ) jumper cable from another vehicle with a run down and negative ( ) terminals.
Page 383 Vehicle Care 10-79 3. Turn off both vehicles. Turn off 6. Check that the jumper cables do the radio, all lamps, and not have loose or missing accessories that are not needed insulation or a shock could result in both vehicles. Unplug and the vehicles could be accessories from the cigarette damaged.
Page 384 10-80 Vehicle Care Notice: If the jumper cables are 3. Connect the black negative ( ) Disconnecting the Jumper Cables connected or removed in the jumper cable to the negative ( ) 1. Disconnect the black wrong order, electrical shorting battery terminal of the Volt.
Page 385: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-81 Towing To load a vehicle onto a flatbed carrier: Towing the Vehicle 1. The vehicle must be on a flat surface. Notice: Incorrectly towing a 2. The front tires must be properly disabled vehicle may cause inflated. If necessary, move a damage to the vehicle.
Page 386 10-82 Vehicle Care 7. When the fascia has enough clearance to clear the flatbed, lower the flatbed, and finish pulling the vehicle onto the flatbed. 5. Ramps (B) are required for the If the vehicle is parked off the front fascia (C) to clear the shoulder of the road, at an angle flatbed (A).
Page 387: Recreational Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-83 Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle Towing towing: Recreational vehicle towing refers to The towing capacity of the towing the vehicle behind another towing vehicle. Read the tow vehicle such as a motor home. The vehicle manufacturer's two most common types of recommendations.
Page 388 10-84 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing from the Front 3. Put the shift lever in P (Park). 4. Set the parking brake and remove the key. 5. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing.
Page 389: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-85 Dolly Towing from the Rear Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the Exterior Care vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) Washing the Vehicle can result in damage or removal To preserve the vehicle's finish, of paint and decals.
Page 390 10-86 Vehicle Care Finish Care Notice: Machine compounding or Front Air Deflector aggressive polishing on a Application of aftermarket clearcoat basecoat/clearcoat paint finish sealant/wax materials is not may damage it. Use only recommended. If painted surfaces non-abrasive waxes and polishes are damaged, see your dealer to that are made for a basecoat/ have the damage assessed and...
Page 391 Vehicle Care 10-87 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Weatherstrips Wheels and Trim Aluminum Lenses and Emblems or Chrome Apply silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Use a soft, clean cloth with mild longer, seal better, and not stick or soft cloth, and a car washing soap soap and water to clean the wheels.
Page 392 10-88 Vehicle Care Notice: To avoid surface damage, Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement do not use strong soaps, parts will provide the corrosion Lubricate all key lock cylinders, chemicals, abrasive polishes, protection while maintaining the hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the cleaners, brushes, or cleaners vehicle warranty.
Page 393: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-89 Do not use laundry detergents or Interior Care Cleaners may contain solvents that dishwashing soaps with can become concentrated in the To prevent dirt particle abrasions, degreasers. For liquid cleaners, interior. Before using cleaners, read regularly clean the vehicle's interior. use approximately 20 drops per and adhere to all safety instructions Immediately remove any soils.
Page 394 10-90 Vehicle Care Interior Glass Fabric/Carpet 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to dampened with water. Wipe droplets using a soft brush attachment.
Page 395: Cleaning The Center
Vehicle Care 10-91 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Do not use cleaners that increase Cleaning the Center gloss, especially on the instrument Other Plastic Surfaces Stack panel. Reflected glare can decrease Use a soft microfiber cloth visibility through the windshield Cleaning the Display dampened with water to remove under certain conditions.
Page 396: Floor Mats
10-92 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor WARNING Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 397: 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 398 11-2 Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Additional Required Refer to the information in the The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles Maintenance Schedule Additional Services Normal are for that are: Required Services Severe chart. vehicles that: Mainly driven in heavy city traffic WARNING Carry passengers and cargo...
Page 399: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Engine, power electronics, and Maintenance Your trained dealer technician can high voltage battery pack perform this work. If the engine oil Schedule coolant level checks. See life system is reset accidentally, Cooling System (Engine) on service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ Owner Checks and Services page 10 15 or Cooling System 3,000 mi since the last service.
Page 400 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Check restraint system Check parking brake and blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3 17. mechanism. See Park Brake and Care on page 10 85.
Page 401 Service and Maintenance 11-5...
Page 402 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed.
Page 403 Service and Maintenance 11-7...
Page 404 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance c) Or every five years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System Services Services Severe (Engine) on page 10 15 or Cooling System (High Voltage Battery) on a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use page 10 16 or Cooling System and hoses for proper hook up,...
Page 405 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 406 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 407 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Vehicle Care Windshield Wiper Blades To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to available from your dealer.
Page 408: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10 9. Premix DEX-COOL (GM Part No.
Page 409: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Electric Drive Unit DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Key Lock Cylinders Canada 10953474). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood and Hatch Hinges Canada 10953474).
Page 410: 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 411 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 412 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 413: 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 414: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 415: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Electric Drive Unit Spark Plug Gap 1.4L L4 Automatic 0.7 mm (0.027 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 416 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 417: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-15...
Page 418 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 419: 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 420: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 R.L. de C.V. and who use Text Telephones www.gm.ca Customer Assistance Center (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 1-800-263-3777 (English) equipment available at its Customer Col. Granada 1-800-263-7854 (French) Assistance Center.
Page 421: Online Owner Center
Download the owner manual for (Canada) chevroletowner.ca your vehicle, quickly and easily. Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more. Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner Find the Centre: Chevrolet-recommended Storage for online service and maintenance services for your maintenance records.
Page 422: Program
Roadside Assistance is not a part of call the GM Mobility Assistance ready: the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Chevrolet and General Motors of Your name, home address, and Telephone (TTY) users, call Canada Limited reserve the right to home telephone number.
Page 423 Customer Information 13-7 Emergency Tow from a Public Chevrolet and General Motors of Services Not Included in Road or Highway: Tow to the Canada Limited reserve the right to Roadside Assistance nearest Chevrolet dealer for limit services or payment to an...
Page 424: Scheduling Service
13-8 Customer Information Trip Routing Service: Detailed Alternative Service: If Scheduling Service maps of North America are assistance cannot be provided Appointments provided when requested either right away, the Roadside with the most direct route or the Assistance advisor may give When the vehicle requires warranty most scenic route.
Page 425: Courtesy Transportation
Customer Information 13-9 Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Program Warranty service can generally be If the vehicle requires overnight completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership warranty repairs, and public if you are unable to wait, GM helps experience, we and our participating transportation is used instead of to minimize inconvenience by...
Page 426: Collision Damage Repair
13-10 Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Collision Damage Repair Information Your dealer may arrange to provide If the vehicle is involved in a you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle collision and it is damaged, have the reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at damage repaired by a qualified...
Page 427 Customer Information 13-11 Recycled original equipment parts Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some may also be used for repair. These failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not parts are typically removed from covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts.
Page 428 13-12 Customer Information Vehicle license plate number. If a Crash Occurs Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process Vehicle make, model, and If there has been an injury, call model year. emergency services for help. Do not In the event that the vehicle requires leave the scene of a crash until all Vehicle Identification damage repairs, GM recommends...
Page 429: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-13 If another party's insurance Service Bulletins RETAIL SELL PRICE: company is paying for the repairs, $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Service Bulletins give additional you are not obligated to accept a shipping fees. technical service information repair valuation based on that needed to knowledgeably service Current and Past Models insurance company's collision policy...
Page 430: Open Source Information
13-14 Customer Information Open Source Information Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Defects This vehicle contains open source toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 software, including without (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to limitation, software distributed and/ Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 431: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: information about the vehicle s immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance For example, the vehicle uses...
Page 432: Event Data Recorders
13-16 Customer Information How far, if at all, the driver was Event Data Recorders To read data recorded by an EDR, pressing the accelerator and/or special equipment is required, and This vehicle has an Event Data brake pedal. access to the vehicle or the EDR is Recorder (EDR).
Page 433: Onstar
Customer Information 13-17 ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that system RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that may also record data in crash or vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that near crash like situations.
Page 434 13-18 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 435: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR (1 888 466 7827) to speak to an Advisor. OnStar Overview Push OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Make a call, end a call, OnStar Services or answer an incoming call.
Page 436: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to connect to a live Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Verify account information or Directions and Connections update contact information. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or the available Directions and...
Page 437 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 438 14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also be OnStar ready.
Page 439 OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will 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 Push to request account transfer...
Page 440 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on TTY Users your vehicle is in a place where page 13 17 for information OnStar has the ability to OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal communicate to the deaf, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 441 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 442 14-8 OnStar Unable to Connect to OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Privacy Message The OnStar system is integrated The complete OnStar Privacy into the electrical architecture of the Statement may be found at If there is limited cellular coverage vehicle. Do not add any electrical www.onstar.com.
Page 443: Adding Equipment To The
INDEX Airbags Audio Players ....7-14 Adding Equipment to the CD ......7-14 Accessories and Vehicle .
Page 444 INDEX Brakes ......10-22 Capacities and Child Restraints Antilock ..... . .9-33 Specifications .
Page 445 INDEX Cooling System ..10-15 10-17 Defensive Driving ....9-5 Driving (cont'd) If the Vehicle is Stuck ..9-12 Engine Messages .
Page 446 INDEX Electrical System Engine (cont'd) Front Seats Oil Messages ....5-50 Engine Compartment Adjustment ....3-4 Fuse Block .
Page 447: Daytime Running
INDEX Hood, Door, Hatch Open Light ......5-28 Garage Door Opener ..5-65 Halogen Bulbs .
Page 448: Traction Control System
INDEX Light Lights (cont'd) Security ..... .5-27 Ready Indicator ....5-27 Key and Lock Messages .
Page 449: Recommended Fluids
INDEX Messages (cont'd) Vehicle ..... . .5-47 Maintenance Navigation Vehicle Reminder ... . .5-55 ®...
Page 450 INDEX ® OnStar Power (cont'd) Mirrors ......2-17 Additional Information ..14-5 Park Connections .
Page 451 INDEX Reimbursement Program, Ride Control Systems ..9-38 GM Mobility ....13-6 Electronic Stability (ESC) ..9-38 Radio Frequency Remote Keyless Entry Messages .
Page 452 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Service (cont'd) Starting and Stopping the Maintenance Records ..11-14 Canadian Government ..13-15 Vehicle ..... . . 9-20 General Motors .
Page 453 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Wheel Alignment and Tire Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-42 Balance ....10-63 Theft-Deterrent Systems .
Page 454 i-12 INDEX Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Starting and Stopping ..9-20 Alignment and Tire Total Range ....5-15 Balance .