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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 102
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 163
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 247
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 381
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 396
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 406
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420
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Introduction
Introduction
This manual describes features that
may or may not be on the vehicle
because of optional equipment that
was not purchased on the vehicle,
model variants, country
specifications, features/applications
that may not be available in your
region, or changes subsequent to
the printing of this owner manual.
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
Using this Manual
The names, logos, emblems,
slogans, vehicle model names, and
vehicle body designs appearing in
this manual including, but not limited
to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the
BUICK Emblem, and Envision are
trademarks and/or service marks of
General Motors LLC, its
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
Refer to the purchase
documentation relating to your
specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the
back of the manual. It is an
alphabetical list of what is in the
manual and the page number where
it can be found.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for
quick reference.
About Driving the Vehicle
For vehicles first sold in Canada,
substitute the name “General
Motors of Canada Company” for
Buick Motor Division wherever it
appears in this manual.
A French language manual can be
obtained from your dealer, at
www.helminc.com, or from:
Canadian Vehicle Owners
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
ce guide en français auprès du
concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
suivante:
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 22949621 A First Printing
©
As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of
control or an accident. Be sure to
read the driving guidelines in this
manual in the section called “Driving
and Operating” and specifically
Driver Behavior 0 248, Driving
Environment 0 248, and Vehicle
Design 0 248.
2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Introduction
Danger, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or
reduce them.
{ Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result
in serious injury or death.
{ Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that
could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.
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Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the Index.
A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means “Do
Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let
this happen.”
0 : Shown when there is more
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
# : Air Conditioning
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$ : Brake System Warning Light
" : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture
^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
information on another page —
“see page.”
j : LATCH System Child Restraints
Symbols
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of
text. Symbols are shown along with
the text describing the operation or
information relating to a specific
component, control, message,
gauge, or indicator.
M : Shown when the owner
manual has additional instructions
or information.
* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions
or information.
Changer
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Introduction
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
Q : OnStar®
} : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
% : Steering Wheel Controls
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief
In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Heated and Cooled Front
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Passenger Sensing System . . . 12
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 15
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Vehicle Features
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 18
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . .
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . .
Surround Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . .
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Remote System . . . . .
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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21
21
21
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Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . .
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
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1. Air Vents 0 244.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change
Signals 0 159.
3. Instrument Cluster 0 111.
Driver Information Center
Display. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Base Level)
0 128 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 131.
4. Windshield Wiper/
Washer 0 104.
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 106.
5. Hazard Warning
Flashers 0 159.
6. AM-FM Radio 0 170.
10. Heated and Cooled Front
Seats 0 55 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0 104
(If Equipped).
11. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 240.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 290 (If Equipped).
12. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 273.
13. Electric Parking Brake 0 271.
21. Front Storage 0 97.
15. ENGINE START/STOP Button.
See Ignition Positions 0 259.
22. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0 160.
16. Steering Wheel Controls 0 103
(If Equipped).
Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 133
(If Equipped) (Out of View).
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Buttons. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Base Level)
0 128 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 131.
23. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 155.
17. Horn 0 104.
8. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 296
(If Equipped).
18. Steering Wheel
Adjustment 0 103.
9. Clock 0 107.
20. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0 119.
14. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission 0 267.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0 157.
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0 285 (If
Equipped).
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19. Cruise Control 0 275.
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 277
(If Equipped).
Fog Lamps 0 160 (If
Equipped).
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In Brief
K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
Initial Drive
Information
For vehicles with the manual
liftgate, press K twice within
five seconds to unlock the liftgate.
This section provides a brief
overview about some of the
important features that may or may
not be on your specific vehicle.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be
personalized.
For more detailed information, refer
to each of the features which can be
found later in this owner manual.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter may work up to
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
b : If equipped, press twice
Press this button to remove the key.
The key can be used to open the
driver door.
quickly to open or close the liftgate.
Press and release once to stop the
liftgate from moving.
7 : Press and release to initiate
vehicle locator. Press and hold for at
least three seconds to sound the
panic alarm. Press 7 again to
cancel the panic alarm.
/ : Press and release Q and then
immediately press and hold / for at
least four seconds to start the
engine from outside the vehicle
using the RKE transmitter.
See Keys 0 25 and Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26.
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In Brief
Remote Vehicle Start
Door Locks
If equipped, the engine can be
started from outside of the vehicle.
See Door Locks 0 33.
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Liftgate
Keyless Access
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release
RKE transmitter.
Q on the
2. Immediately press and hold /
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.
Start the vehicle normally after
entering.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following:
.
Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 32.
If equipped with Keyless Access,
the RKE transmitter must be within
1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
Press the button on the door handle
to open. The liftgate is also
unlocked when the RKE transmitter
is within range of the liftgate handle.
Press the touch pad underneath the
handle and lift.
See “Keyless Access Operation” in
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 26.
To open the liftgate, press K on the
power door lock switch or press K
on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter twice to unlock all doors.
Press the touch pad on the
underside of the liftgate handle and
lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 0 26.
Use the pull cup to lower and close
the liftgate. Do not press the touch
pad while closing the liftgate. This
will cause the liftgate to be
unlatched.
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In Brief
Power Liftgate Operation
Seat Adjustment
If equipped with a power liftgate, the
switch is on the driver door. The
vehicle must be in P (Park).
Power Seat
Lumbar Support
Choose the power liftgate mode by
selecting MAX or 3/4. Press 8 on
the driver door. The driver door
must be unlocked. On the RKE
transmitter press b twice quickly
until the liftgate starts moving.
Press any liftgate button while the
liftgate is moving to stop it. Pressing
again reverses the direction.
To close, press l on the bottom
of the liftgate next to the pull cup.
To disable the power liftgate
function, select OFF on the liftgate
switch. See Liftgate 0 36.
To adjust a power seat:
. Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the control
forward or rearward.
. Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the
front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the rear of the control up
or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 52.
To adjust the lumbar support,
if equipped:
. Press the front or rear of the
switch to increase or decrease
lumbar support.
. Press the top or bottom of the
switch to raise or lower the
lumbar support.
. Release the switch when the
level of support is reached.
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 52.
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In Brief
Reclining Seatbacks
Memory Features
Power Reclining Seatbacks
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See Memory Seats 0 53 and
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
Heated and Cooled Front
Seats
To adjust a power seatback:
. Tilt the top of the control
rearward to recline.
. Tilt the top of the control forward
to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 53.
If equipped, the 1, 2, SET, and B
(Exit) buttons on the driver door are
used to manually store and recall
memory settings for the driver seat,
outside mirrors, and power tilt and
telescoping steering column
positions.
Automatic Memory Recall and/or
Easy Exit Recall features may be
enabled in the vehicle
personalization menus to
automatically recall positions stored
to the 1, 2, and B buttons.
If equipped, the buttons are near the
climate controls. To operate, the
engine must be running.
Press J or z to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and
seatback.
If equipped, press C or { to cool
the driver or passenger seat.
Three lights next to the button
indicate the temperature setting.
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In Brief
See Heated and Cooled Front
Seats 0 55.
Safety Belts
Passenger Sensing
System
Head Restraint
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints
for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating
position, change the seatback
recline angle as little as necessary
while keeping the seat and the head
restraint height in the proper
position.
See Head Restraints 0 50 and
Reclining Seatbacks 0 53.
United States
Refer to the following sections for
important information on how to use
safety belts properly:
. Safety Belts 0 58.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly 0 59.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 60.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 85.
Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system will
turn off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System 0 72.
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In Brief
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Exterior Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
Power Mirrors
Mirror Adjustment
The outside mirrors fold inward to
prevent damage when going
through an automatic car wash. To
fold, push the mirror toward the
vehicle. Push outward to return to
the original position.
Interior Mirrors
Heated Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
If equipped, press
outside mirrors.
The passenger airbag status
indicator lights on the overhead
console are visible when the vehicle
is started. See Passenger Airbag
Status Indicator 0 118.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 240.
Automatic Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming
reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature
comes on when the vehicle is
started.
K to heat the
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Move the selector switch to L
(Left) or R (Right) to choose
the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror to the
desired position.
3. Return the selector switch to
the center position.
See Power Mirrors 0 43.
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Steering Wheel
Adjustment
Interior Lighting
Reading Lamps
Dome Lamp
There are reading lamps on the
overhead console and over the rear
passenger doors. These lamps
come on when any door is opened.
The dome lamp is in the overhead
console.
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
To change the dome lamp settings,
press the following:
3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
* : Turns the lamp off, even when
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
1 : The lamp comes on when a
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
a door is open.
door is opened.
+ : Turns the lamp on.
Front Reading Lamps
The reading lamps in the overhead
console are operated by touch.
Touch the lamp for dim light, touch
again for bright light, and touch
again to turn the light off.
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In Brief
The exterior lamp control is on the
instrument panel on the outboard
side of the steering wheel.
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Windshield Wiper/Washer
Turn the control to the following
positions:
Rear Reading Lamps
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear
passenger reading lamps on or off.
For more information on interior
lighting, see Instrument Panel
Illumination Control 0 160.
Exterior Lighting
O : Turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO
position after it is released. Turn to
O again to reactivate the
AUTO mode.
AUTO : Automatically turns the
exterior lamps on and off,
depending on outside lighting.
Windshield Wiper with Rainsense
(AUTO Shown)
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
2 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.
See:
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 155.
. Fog Lamps 0 160.
Windshield Wiper with Intermittent
Wipes (INT Shown)
With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START,
move the windshield wiper lever to
select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
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LO : Use for slow wipes.
Rainsense™
INT : Intermittent wipes.
ON : Slow wipes.
Z : Push the windshield wiper
lever forward to spray washer fluid
on the rear window.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 104 and Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 106.
INT : Use for intermittent wipes. To
adjust wipe frequency, turn the band
up for more frequent wipes or down
for less frequent wipes. If the
vehicle has Rainsense™, see the
following Rainsense information.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1x : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several
wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers.
For vehicles with Rainsense:
AUTO : Move the windshield wiper
lever to AUTO. Turn the band on the
wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
. Turn the band up for more
sensitivity to moisture.
. Turn the band down for less
sensitivity to moisture.
. Move the windshield wiper lever
out of the AUTO position to
deactivate Rainsense.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Turn the end of the windshield wiper
lever to operate the rear window
wiper/washer.
OFF : Turns the system off.
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In Brief
Climate Controls
10. Rear Window Defogger
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system.
11. Power
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See Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 240 and Rear Climate
Control System 0 243 (if equipped).
Transmission
Electronic Range Select
(ERS) Mode
ERS or manual mode allows for the
selection of the range of gear
positions. Use this mode when
driving downhill to limit the top gear
and vehicle speed.
To use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever to L (Low).
1. Driver and Passenger
Temperature Controls
2. Heated and Cooled Front
Seats (If Equipped)
5. Fan Control
6. SYNC (Synchronized
Temperature)
7. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
3. Defrost
8. Recirculation
4. Air Delivery Mode Controls
9. A/C (Air Conditioning)
2. Press the plus/minus button on
the shift lever to increase or
decrease the gear range
available.
See Manual Mode 0 269.
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Vehicle Features
Steering Wheel Controls
S or T : Press to go to the
previous or next area in the display
or to the previous or next menu.
Cruise Control
y or z : Press to go up or down in
a list. Press to go up or down
a page.
@ : Press to select a highlighted
menu item.
C or B : Press to go to the next or
previous favorite when listening to
the radio. Press to go to the next or
previous track when listening to a
media source.
q + or q − : Press to increase or
decrease the volume.
For vehicles with audio steering
wheel controls, some audio controls
can be adjusted at the steering
wheel.
g : Press to initiate a call or to
interact with the available
Bluetooth®, OnStar®, or navigation
system (if equipped).
i : Press to decline an incoming
call or end a current call. Press to
mute or unmute the infotainment
system.
See Steering Wheel Controls 0 103
J : Press to turn cruise control on
or off. A white indicator comes on in
the instrument cluster when the
cruise is turned on.
RES+ : If there is a set speed in
memory, press briefly to resume that
speed or press and hold to
accelerate. If cruise control is
already active, use to increase
vehicle speed.
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In Brief
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Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System
SET− : Press the control down
briefly to set the speed and activate
cruise control. If cruise control is
already active, use to decrease
vehicle speed.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 275 or
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 277,
if equipped.
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
y or z : Press to move up or
The DIC display is in the instrument
cluster. It shows the status of many
vehicle systems.
S or T : Press S to open
down in a list.
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or
reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, V, when a vehicle
is detected ahead. This indicator
displays amber if you follow a
vehicle much too closely. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too
quickly, FCA provides a flashing red
alert on the windshield and rapidly
beeps or pulses the driver seat.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 290.
application menus on the left. Press
T to open interaction menus on the
right.
V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to
reset values on certain screens.
See Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) 0 128 or Driver
Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0 131.
Front Automatic Braking
(FAB) System
If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC), it also has FAB,
which includes Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA). When the system
detects a vehicle ahead in your path
that is traveling in the same
direction that you may be about to
crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the
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In Brief
vehicle. This can help avoid or
lessen the severity of crashes when
driving in a forward gear.
See Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System 0 292.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
If equipped, LKA may help avoid
crashes due to unintentional lane
departures. It may assist by gently
turning the steering wheel if the
vehicle approaches a detected lane
marking without using a turn signal
in that direction. It may also provide
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert as the lane marking is crossed.
The system will not assist or alert if
it detects that you are actively
steering. Override LKA by turning
the steering wheel. LKA uses a
camera to detect lane markings
between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 296 and Lane Keep Assist
(LKA) 0 296.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
Front Vision Camera
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside side mirror and will flash if
the turn signal is on. The Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
included as part of the LCA system.
If equipped, a view of the area in
front of the vehicle displays on the
center stack to aid with parking and
low-speed maneuvers.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 293 and Lane Change Alert
(LCA) 0 294.
Surround Vision
If equipped, views around the
vehicle display on the center stack
to aid with parking and low-speed
maneuvers.
See “Surround Vision” under
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0 285.
See “Front Vision Camera” under
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0 285.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view of
the area behind the vehicle on the
infotainment display when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
aid with parking and low-speed
backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 285.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses
a triangle with an arrow displayed
on the RVC screen to warn of traffic
behind your vehicle that may cross
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your vehicle's path while in
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
sound, or the driver seat will pulse.
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA)
To use the outlet, remove the cover.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 285.
If equipped, the APA system helps
to search for and maneuver the
vehicle into parallel or perpendicular
parking spots using automatic
steering, DIC displays, and beeps.
When the vehicle speed is below
30 km/h (18 mph), press O to
enable the system.
Universal Remote System
Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking
Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the
rear bumper to assist with parking
and avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
display a warning triangle on the
Rear Vision Camera screen and a
graphic on the instrument cluster to
provide the object distance. In
addition, multiple beeps or seat
pulses may occur if very close to an
object.
The vehicle may also have the Front
Parking Assist system.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 285.
See Power Outlets 0 108.
See “Automatic Parking Assist
(APA)” under Assistance Systems
for Parking or Backing 0 285.
Power Outlets
The vehicle has four 12-volt
accessory power outlets, which can
be used to plug in electrical
equipment, such as a cell phone or
MP3 player.
There are power outlets:
. On the center floor console.
.
Inside the center floor console.
.
On the rear of the center floor
console.
.
In the rear cargo area.
This system provides a way to
replace up to three remote control
transmitters used to activate
devices such as garage door
openers, security systems, and
home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely
before attempting to program the
Universal Remote system. Because
of the steps involved, it may be
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In Brief
helpful to have another person
available to assist with programming
the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote
System 0 151.
Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof only
operates when the ignition is in
ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN,
or when Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 264.
Vent : From the closed position,
press the rear of the switch (1) to
vent the sunroof.
Open/Close : To open the sunroof,
press and hold the rear of the
switch (1) until the sunroof reaches
the desired position. Press and hold
the front of the switch (1) to close it.
1. Sunroof Switch
2. Sunshade Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close : To
express-open the sunroof, fully
press and release the rear of
switch (1). Press the switch again to
stop it. To express-close the
sunroof, fully press and release the
front of switch (1). Press the switch
again to stop it.
Sunshade : To open or close the
sunshade, press and hold the
switch (2).
When the sunroof is opened, an air
deflector will automatically raise.
The air deflector will retract when
the sunroof is closed.
If an object is in the path of the
sunroof while it is closing, the
automatic reversal system will
detect the object and stop the
sunroof.
See Sunroof 0 47.
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Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The Traction Control System (TCS)
limits wheel spin. The system is on
when the vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. The
system is on when the vehicle is
started.
. To turn off TCS, press and
release g on the center console.
The traction off light i
illuminates in the instrument
cluster.
.
Press and release g again to
turn TCS back on. The traction
off light i in the instrument
cluster will turn off.
.
To turn off both TCS and
StabiliTrak, press and hold g
until the traction off light i and
StabiliTrak OFF light g
illuminate in the instrument
cluster.
.
Press and release g again to
turn on both systems. The
traction off light i and
StabiliTrak OFF light g in the
instrument cluster will turn off.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 273.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
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tires. If the warning light comes on,
stop as soon as possible and inflate
the tires to the recommended
pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 255. The
warning light will remain on until the
tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and
the tires need to be inflated to the
proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0 347.
Engine Oil Life System
The low tire pressure warning light
alerts to a significant loss in
pressure of one of the vehicle's
The engine oil life system calculates
engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time
to change the engine oil and filter.
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In Brief
The oil life system should be reset
to 100% only following an oil
change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Using the DIC controls on the
right side of the steering wheel,
display REMAINING OIL LIFE
on the DIC. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 128 or Driver
Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0 131. When
remaining oil life is low, the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message will appear on the
display. See Engine Oil
Messages 0 139.
2. Press V on the DIC controls
and hold down for a few
seconds to clear the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL SOON message
and reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil
life display accidentally at any
time other than after the oil is
changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil
change.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 316.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel
mileage. Here are some driving tips
to get the best fuel economy
possible.
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
. Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
. Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
. When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use
cruise control.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
. Combine several trips into a
single trip.
.
Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number
molded into the tire's sidewall
near the size.
.
Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-252-1112
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Buick owners are automatically
enrolled in the Roadside Assistance
Program.
See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 400.
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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . .
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Mirrors
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 32
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 35
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . .
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . .
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44
44
44
41
41
42
42
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 44
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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Keys and Locks
Keys
{ Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the RKE transmitter
in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
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Press the button on the RKE
transmitter to remove the key.
If it becomes difficult to turn the key,
inspect the key blade for debris.
Periodically clean with a brush
or pick.
See your dealer if a new key is
needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside Assistance
Program 0 400.
The key that is part of the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can
be used to open the driver door.
With an active OnStar subscription,
an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
Overview 0 410.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 406.
If there is a decrease in the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating
range:
. Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
.
Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
.
Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later
in this section.
.
If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer or a qualified technician
for service.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
The RKE transmitter may work up to
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 26.
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K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the
driver door or all doors. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 146. The turn
signal indicators may flash to
indicate unlocking has occurred.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
Pressing K may also disarm the
alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 0 41.
The following may be available:
Q (Lock) : Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound to
indicate locking. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 146. If a
passenger door is open when Q is
pressed, all doors lock. If the driver
door is open when Q is pressed, all
doors lock except the driver door.
These settings can be modified.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm
system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 0 41.
For vehicles with the manual
liftgate, press K twice within
five seconds to unlock the liftgate.
b(Power Liftgate Control) :
If equipped, press twice quickly to
open or close the liftgate. Press and
release once to stop the liftgate
from moving.
7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic
Alarm) : Press and release one
time to initiate vehicle locator. The
exterior lamps flash and the horn
chirps three times. Press and hold
7 for at least three seconds to
sound the panic alarm. The horn
sounds and the turn signals flash
until 7 is pressed again or the key
is placed in the ignition and turned
to ON/RUN.
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/ (Remote Start) : Press and
release Q and then immediately
press and hold / for at least
four seconds to start the engine
from outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system lets
you lock and unlock the doors and
access the liftgate without removing
the RKE transmitter from your
pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The
RKE transmitter should be within
1 m (3 ft) of the door or liftgate being
opened. If equipped, there will be
buttons on the outside front door
handles.
Keyless Access can be
programmed to unlock all doors on
the first lock/unlock press from the
driver door. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 146.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from
the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
of the driver door handle, pressing
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the lock/unlock button on the driver
door handle will unlock the driver
door. If the lock/unlock button is
pressed again within five seconds,
all passenger doors will unlock. Pull
the door handle to unlatch the door.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger
Side Similar
Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the
following occur:
. It has been more than
five seconds since the first lock/
unlock button press.
. Two lock/unlock button presses
were used to unlock all doors.
.
Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from
the Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
of the passenger door handle,
pressing the lock/unlock button on
the passenger door handle will
unlock all doors.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the
following occur:
. The lock/unlock button was used
to unlock all doors.
. Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.
Passive Locking
If equipped with Keyless Access,
the vehicle will lock several seconds
after all doors are closed if the
vehicle is off and at least one
transmitter has been removed or
none remain in the vehicle.
If other electronic devices interfere
with the RKE transmitter signal, the
vehicle may not detect the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the
doors may lock with the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
not leave the RKE transmitter in an
unattended vehicle.
Temporary Disable of the Passive
Locking Feature
Temporarily disable passive locking
by pressing and holding K on the
interior door switch with a door open
for at least four seconds, or until
three chimes are heard. Passive
locking will then remain disabled
until Q on the interior door is
pressed, or until the vehicle is
turned on.
To customize the doors to
automatically lock when exiting the
vehicle, see Vehicle
Personalization 0 146.
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and a
remote is left in the vehicle, the horn
will chirp three times after all doors
are closed. To turn on or off see
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
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4. Press the ENGINE START/
STOP button. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC
will show that it is ready to
program the next transmitter.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
When the doors are locked, press
the touch pad to open the liftgate if
the RKE transmitter is within
1 m (3 ft).
5. Remove the transmitter from
the transmitter pocket and
press K.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed
so that lost or stolen transmitters no
longer work. Any remaining
transmitters will need to be
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.
Programming with a Recognized
Transmitter
A new transmitter can be
programmed to the vehicle when
there is one recognized transmitter.
To program, the vehicle must be off
and all of the transmitters, both
currently recognized and new, must
be with you.
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To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
1. Place the recognized
transmitter(s) in the front
cupholder.
2. Insert the vehicle key of the
new transmitter into the key
lock cylinder on the outside of
the driver door and turn the key
to the unlock position five times
within 10 seconds.
The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays READY FOR
REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5.
3. Place the new transmitter in
the front cupholder
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button for 12 seconds to
exit programming mode.
Programming without a
Recognized Transmitter
If there are no currently recognized
transmitters available, follow this
procedure to program up to eight
transmitters. This feature is not
available in Canada. This procedure
will take approximately 30 minutes
to complete. The vehicle must be off
and all of the transmitters to be
programmed must be with you.
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Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
1. Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter into the key lock
cylinder on the outside of the
driver door and turn the key to
the unlock position five times
within 10 seconds.
If the transmitter battery is weak or if
there is interference with the signal,
the DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY
WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN
START YOUR VEHICLE. See Key
and Lock Messages 0 140.
The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays REMOTE
LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
START BUTTON TO LEARN
and then press the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
The DIC displays will again
show REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Repeat Step 2 two additional
times. After the third time, all
previously known transmitters
will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters
can be relearned during the
next steps.
The DIC display should now
show READY FOR REMOTE
# 1.
To start the vehicle:
4. Place the new transmitter into
the front cupholder.
5. Press the ENGINE START/
STOP button. When the
transmitter is learned the DIC
will show that it is ready to
program the next transmitter.
6. Remove the transmitter from
the cupholder and press K.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button for 12 seconds to
exit programming mode.
1. Place the transmitter in the
front cupholder.
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2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
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The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery:
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message displays in the DIC. See
Key and Lock Messages 0 140.
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
1. Press the button on the
transmitter to access the key.
2. Separate the two halves of the
transmitter using a flat tool
inserted into the bottom of the
transmitter.
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3. Remove the battery by pushing
on the battery and sliding it
toward the bottom of the
transmitter.
4. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing the back cover.
Push the battery down until it is
held in place. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped with the remote start
feature, the climate control system
will come on when the vehicle is
started remotely depending on the
outside temperature.
Do not use remote start if the
vehicle is low on fuel.
The vehicle cannot be remote
started if:
. The transmitter is in the vehicle.
.
The hood is not closed.
.
There is an emission control
system malfunction and the
malfunction indicator lamp is on.
The engine will turn off during a
remote vehicle start if:
. The coolant temperature gets
too high.
. The oil pressure gets low.
The RKE transmitter range may be
reduced while the vehicle is running.
The rear defog and heated and
cooled seats, if equipped, may also
come on. See Heated and Cooled
Front Seats 0 55 and Vehicle
Personalization 0 146.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 26 or Vehicle
Personalization 0 146.
Laws in some communities may
restrict the use of remote starters.
Check local regulations for any
requirements on remote starting of
vehicles.
Starting the Engine Using Remote
Start
1. Press and release
Q.
2. Immediately press and hold /
until the turn signal lamps flash
or for at least four seconds.
When the vehicle starts, the
parking lamps will turn on. The
doors will be locked and the
climate control system may
come on.
The engine will continue to run
for 10 minutes. After
30 seconds, repeat
Steps 1 and 2 if a 10-minute
time extension is desired.
Place the ignition in ON/RUN/
START to operate the vehicle.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can be
extended by 10 minutes, for a total
of 20 minutes, if during the first
10 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are
repeated while the engine is still
running. An extension can be
requested, 30 seconds after
starting.
A maximum of two remote starts,
or a single start with an extension,
is allowed between ignition cycles.
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The vehicle's ignition must be
turned on and then back off to use
remote start again.
Warning (Continued)
increased if the doors are
not locked. So, all
passengers should wear
safety belts properly and the
doors should be locked
whenever the vehicle is
driven.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following:
.
Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
.
Turn the ignition on and then off.
.
Door Locks
{ Warning
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
. Passengers, especially
children, can easily open
the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. When a
door is locked, the handle
will not open it. The chance
of being thrown out of the
vehicle in a crash is
(Continued)
.
Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by
extreme heat and can suffer
permanent injuries or even
death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle
whenever leaving it.
Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when you slow down or stop
the vehicle. Locking the
doors can help prevent this
from happening.
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To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle:
.
Press Q or K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
.
Use the key in the driver door.
To lock or unlock the doors from
inside the vehicle:
.
Press Q or K on the power door
lock switch.
.
Pushing down the manual lock
knob on the driver door will lock
all doors. Pushing down the
manual lock knob on a
passenger door will lock only
that door.
.
Pulling an interior door handle
will unlock the door. Pulling the
door handle again unlatches it.
Keyless Access
If equipped, the RKE transmitter
must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door
being opened. Press the button on
the door handle to open. See
“Keyless Access Operation” in
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 26.
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Key Cylinder Access
Power Door Locks
Press Q or K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 26.
1. Pull the door handle to the
open position.
3. Move the cap rearward and
remove.
Replace the cap by snapping on
the tabs.
When Q is pressed on the power
door lock switch with the door open,
a chime will sound three times
indicating that delayed locking is
active.
The doors will then lock
automatically five seconds after all
doors are closed. If a door is
reopened before five seconds have
elapsed, the five-second timer will
reset once all the doors are closed
again.
To access the key cylinder:
2. Insert the key into the slot on
the bottom of the cap and pry
outward.
Delayed locking can only be turned
on when the Unlocked Door Anti
Lock Out feature has been
turned off.
Q (Lock) : Press to lock the doors.
K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the
doors.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the actual
locking of the doors until
five seconds after all doors are
closed.
Press Q on the door lock switch
again, or press Q on the RKE
transmitter, to override this feature
and lock the doors immediately.
Delayed locking can be
programmed through the Driver
Information Center (DIC). See
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
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Automatic Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically
when all doors are closed, the
ignition is on, and the vehicle is
shifted out of P (Park).
To unlock the doors:
.
Press K on the power door lock
switch.
.
Shift the transmission into
P (Park).
Automatic door locking cannot be
disabled. Automatic door unlocking
can be programmed. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 146.
Lockout Protection
If the vehicle is in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START
and the power door lock switch is
pressed with the driver door open,
all the doors will lock and only the
driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is
requested while a door is open,
when all doors are closed the
vehicle will check for RKE
transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is detected and the
number of RKE transmitters inside
has not reduced, the driver door will
unlock and the horn will chirp three
times.
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Safety Locks
Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden with the driver door open
by pressing and holding Q on the
power door lock switch.
Unlocked Door Anti Lockout
If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is
turned on and the vehicle is off, the
driver door is open, and locking is
requested, all the doors will lock and
only the driver door will unlock. The
Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature
can be turned on or off using the
vehicle personalization menus. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
The rear door safety locks prevent
passengers from opening the rear
doors from inside the vehicle.
Press Z { to activate the rear door
safety locks. The indicator light
comes on when activated.
Press Z { again to deactivate the
safety locks.
If an inside rear door handle is
being pulled at the same time a
safety lock is deactivated, only that
door will remain locked and the
indicator light may flash. Release
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the handle, then press the safety
lock twice to deactivate the safety
locks.
The rear window lockout is also
enabled. See Power Windows 0 45.
Doors
Warning (Continued)
Liftgate
and set the fan speed to the
highest setting. See
“Climate Control Systems”
in the Index.
{ Warning
Exhaust gases can enter the
vehicle if it is driven with the
liftgate or trunk/hatch open,
or with any objects that pass
through the seal between the
body and the trunk/hatch or
liftgate. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide (CO) which
cannot be seen or smelled. It can
cause unconsciousness and even
death.
If the vehicle must be driven with
the liftgate or trunk/hatch open:
. Close all of the windows.
.
Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
panel.
.
Adjust the climate control
system to a setting that
brings in only outside air
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.
If the vehicle is equipped
with a power liftgate, disable
the power liftgate function.
See Engine Exhaust 0 266.
Caution
To avoid damage to the liftgate or
liftgate glass, make sure the area
above and behind the liftgate is
clear before opening it.
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Manual Liftgate
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within 1 m (3 ft) of the touch pad.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 26.
The liftgate has an electric latch.
If the battery is disconnected or has
low voltage, the liftgate will not
open. The liftgate will resume
operation when the battery is
reconnected and charged.
Power Liftgate Operation
{ Warning
To open the liftgate, press K on the
power door lock switch or press K
on the RKE transmitter twice to
unlock all doors. Press the touch
pad on the underside of the liftgate
handle and lift up.
Use the pull cup to lower and close
the liftgate. Do not press the touch
pad while closing the liftgate. This
will cause the liftgate to be
unlatched.
If equipped with Keyless Access,
the liftgate can be opened when
locked if the RKE transmitter is
You or others could be injured if
caught in the path of the power
liftgate. Make sure there is no one
in the way of the liftgate as it is
opening and closing.
Caution
Driving with an open and
unsecured liftgate may result in
damage to the power liftgate
components.
If equipped with a power liftgate, the
switch is on the driver door. The
vehicle must be in P (Park).
The modes are:
. MAX: Opens to maximum
height.
. 3/4: Opens to a reduced height
that can be set from 3/4 to fully
open. Use to prevent the liftgate
from opening into overhead
obstructions such as a garage
door or roof-mounted cargo. The
liftgate can be manually opened
all the way.
. OFF: Opens manually only.
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To power open or close the liftgate,
select MAX or 3/4 mode.
.
Press b twice quickly on the
RKE transmitter until the liftgate
moves.
8 on the driver door.
.
Press
.
Press the touch pad on the
outside liftgate handle after
unlocking all doors. If equipped
with Keyless Access, the RKE
transmitter must be within
1 m (3 ft).
Press any liftgate button or the
touch pad while the liftgate is
moving to stop it. Pressing again
restarts the operation in the reverse
direction. The touch pad on the
liftgate handle cannot be used to
close the liftgate.
Caution
Manually forcing the liftgate to
open or close during a power
cycle can damage the vehicle.
Allow the power cycle to
complete.
The power liftgate may be
temporarily disabled under extreme
low temperatures, or after repeated
power cycling over a short period of
time. If this occurs, the liftgate can
still be operated manually.
.
Press l on the bottom of the
liftgate next to the pull cup to
close.
If the vehicle is shifted out of
P (Park) while the power function is
in progress, the liftgate will continue
to completion. If the vehicle is
accelerated before the liftgate has
completed moving, the liftgate may
stop or reverse direction. Check for
DIC messages and make sure the
liftgate is closed and latched before
driving.
Falling Liftgate Detection
The power liftgate will automatically
close if the support strut has lost
pressure. See your dealer for
service before using the power
liftgate.
Obstacle Detection Features
If the liftgate encounters an obstacle
during a power open or close cycle,
a warning chime will sound and the
liftgate will automatically reverse
direction and move a short distance
away from the obstacle. After
removing the obstruction, the power
liftgate operation can be used again.
If the liftgate encounters multiple
obstacles on the same power cycle,
the power function will deactivate.
After removing the obstructions,
manually close the liftgate which will
allow normal power operation
functions to resume.
If the vehicle is locked while the
liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is
encountered that prevents the
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liftgate from completely closing, the
horn will sound as an alert that the
liftgate did not close.
Pinch sensors are on the side
edges of the liftgate. If an object is
caught between the liftgate and the
vehicle and presses against this
sensor, the liftgate will reverse
direction and open fully. The liftgate
will remain open until it is activated
again or closed manually.
Setting the 3/4 Mode
To change the position the liftgate
stops at when opening:
1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and
power open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement at
the desired height by pressing
any liftgate switch. Manually
adjust the liftgate position if
needed.
3. Press and hold l next to the
pull cup on the outside of the
liftgate until the turn signals
flash and a beep sounds. This
indicates the setting has been
recorded.
The liftgate cannot be set below a
minimum programmable height.
If there is no light flash or sound,
then the height adjustment may be
too low.
Manual Operation
Select OFF to manually operate the
liftgate. See “Manual Liftgate” at the
beginning of this section.
Caution
Attempting to move the liftgate
too quickly and with excessive
force may result in damage to the
vehicle.
Operate the liftgate manually with a
smooth motion and moderate
speed. The system includes a
feature which limits the manual
closing speed to protect the
components.
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Hands-Free Operation
If equipped, the liftgate may be
operated with a kicking motion
under the rear bumper.
The liftgate will not operate if the
RKE transmitter is not within
1 m (3 ft).
The hands-free feature will not work
while the liftgate is moving. To stop
the liftgate while in motion use one
of the liftgate switches.
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Caution
Splashing water may cause the
liftgate to open. Keep the RKE
transmitter away from the rear
bumper detection area or turn the
liftgate mode to OFF when
cleaning or working near the rear
bumper to avoid accidental
opening.
Length of Kick Zone
To operate, kick your foot straight up
in one swift motion under the left
corner of the rear bumper, then pull
it back.
.
Do not sweep your foot side
to side.
.
Do not keep your foot under the
bumper; the liftgate will not
activate.
.
Do not touch the liftgate until it
has stopped moving.
.
This feature may temporarily be
disabled under some conditions.
If the liftgate does not respond to
the kick, open or close the
liftgate by another method or
start the vehicle. The feature will
be re-enabled.
When closing the liftgate using this
feature, there will be a short delay.
The rear lights will flash and a
chime will sound. Step away from
the liftgate before it starts moving.
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Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent
features; however, they do not make
the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
system.
On Solid : Vehicle is secured
during the delay to arm the system.
Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured.
A door, the hood, or the liftgate
is open.
Slow Flash : Alarm system is
armed.
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways:
. Use the RKE transmitter.
The indicator light, on the
instrument panel near the
windshield, indicates the status of
the system:
Off : Alarm system is disarmed.
.
Use the Keyless Access
system.
.
With a door open, press the
inside Q.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
system will arm, and the
indicator light will begin to
slowly flash indicating the
alarm system is operating.
Pressing Q on the RKE
transmitter a second time will
bypass the 30-second delay
and immediately arm the alarm
system.
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The vehicle alarm system will not
arm if the doors are locked with
the key.
If the driver door is opened without
first unlocking with the RKE
transmitter, the horn will chirp and
the lights will flash to indicate
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
started, or the door is not unlocked
by pressing K on the RKE
transmitter during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be
activated.
The aIarm will also be activated if a
door, the hood, or the liftgate is
opened without first disarming the
system. When the alarm is
activated, the turn signals will flash
and the horn will sound for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will
then re-arm to monitor for the next
unauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn
off the alarm if it has been activated:
.
Press
K on the RKE transmitter.
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.
Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.
.
Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
. Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have exited.
. Always unlock the vehicle with
the RKE transmitter, or use the
Keyless Access system.
Unlocking the driver door with the
key will not disarm the system or
turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
If K is pressed on the RKE
transmitter and the horn chirps and
the lights flash three times, an alarm
occurred previously while the alarm
system was armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a
message will appear on the DIC.
See Security Messages 0 143.
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 406.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the transmitter
leaves the vehicle.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when the ignition button is
pushed in and a valid transmitter is
found in the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument
cluster comes on when there is a
problem with arming or disarming
the theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in your
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
vehicle off and try again.
If the RKE transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another transmitter.
Or, you may try placing the
transmitter in the transmitter pocket
in the front cupholder. See “Starting
the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter
Battery” under Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26.
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If the engine does not start with the
other transmitter or when the
transmitter is in the pocket in the
front cupholder, your vehicle needs
service. See your dealer who can
service the theft-deterrent system
and have a new transmitter
programmed to the vehicle.
Do not leave the transmitter or
device that disarms or deactivates
the theft-deterrent system in the
vehicle.
Exterior Mirrors
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Power Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{ Warning
A convex mirror can make things,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat.
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Move the selector switch to the
L (Left) or R (Right) to choose
the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror to the
desired position.
3. Return the selector switch to
the center position.
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Turn Signal Indicator
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
The vehicle may also have a turn
signal indicator on the mirror. An
arrow on the mirror flashes in the
direction of the turn or lane change.
If equipped with memory seats, the
passenger and/or driver mirror tilts
to a preselected position when the
vehicle is in R (Reverse). This
allows the curb to be seen when
parallel parking.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inward
toward the vehicle to prevent
damage when going through an
automatic car wash. Push the mirror
outward to return it to the original
position.
Heated Mirrors
K : Press to heat the mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 240.
Automatic Dimming
Mirror
If equipped, the vehicle has an
automatic dimming outside mirror(s).
The mirror(s) will adjust for the glare
of headlamps behind you.
The mirror(s) return to the original
position when:
. The vehicle is shifted out of
R (Reverse), or remains in
R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
. The ignition is turned off.
.
The vehicle is driven in
R (Reverse) above a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind the vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming
reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature
comes on when the vehicle is
started.
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Windows
{ Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
pulsing sound when either rear
window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the
sound, open either a front window
or the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{ Warning
Children could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Never
leave keys in a vehicle with
children. When there are children
in the rear seat, use the window
lockout button to prevent
operation of the windows. See
Keys 0 25.
The driver door has switches that
control all windows. Each
passenger door switch only controls
that window. The power windows
work when the ignition is in ON/
RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in
Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0 264.
Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the switch up to
raise it.
Express-Down Windows
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
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Windows that have the
express-down feature allow the
windows to be lowered without
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holding the switch. Press the
window switch fully and release it to
activate the express-down feature.
The express mode can be canceled
at any time by briefly pressing or
pulling the switch.
Express-Up Window
If equipped, the driver window
express-up feature allows the
window to be raised without holding
the switch. Pull the window switch
up fully and release it to activate the
express-up feature. The express-up
feature can be canceled at any time
by briefly pressing or pulling the
switch.
Programming the Power
Windows
If the battery on the vehicle has
been recharged or disconnected,
or is not working, the driver power
window may need to be
reprogrammed for the express-up
feature to work.
To reprogram the power windows:
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.
3. From any open position, pull
the power window switch up
until the window is fully closed.
4. Hold the switch up for
approximately two seconds
after the window is fully closed.
The window is now reprogrammed.
Express Window Anti-Pinch
Feature
If any object is in the path of the
window when express-up is active,
the window stops at the obstacle
and auto-reverses to a preset
factory position. Weather conditions
such as severe icing also cause the
window to auto-reverse. The
window returns to normal operation
once the obstacle or condition is
removed.
Express Window Anti-Pinch
Override
{ Warning
If express override is activated,
the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could
be injured and the window could
be damaged. Before you use
express override, make sure that
all people and obstructions are
clear of the window path.
The anti-pinch feature can be
overridden in a supervised mode.
Hold the window switch in the
partially or fully pulled up position.
The window goes up for as long as
the switch is held. Once the switch
is released, the express mode is
reactivated.
In this mode, the window can still
close on an object in its path. Use
care when using the override mode.
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Window Lockout
Sun Visors
This feature prevents the rear
passenger windows from operating,
except from the driver position.
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Roof
Sunroof
Pull the sun visor down to block
glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window or, if equipped, extend
along the rod.
.
.
Press Z { to activate the rear
window locks. An indicator light
will illuminate when the feature
is on.
Press Z { again to deactivate
the rear window locks.
The safety locks are also enabled.
See Safety Locks 0 35.
1. Sunroof Switch
2. Sunshade Switch
If equipped, the sunroof only
operates when the ignition is in
ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN,
or when Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) is active. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 264.
Vent : From the closed position,
press the rear of the switch (1) to
vent the sunroof.
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Open/Close : To open the sunroof,
press and hold the rear of the
switch (1) until the sunroof reaches
the desired position. Press and hold
the front of the switch (1) to close it.
Express-Open/Express-Close :
To express-open the sunroof, fully
press and release the rear of the
switch (1). Press the switch again to
stop it. To express-close the
sunroof, fully press and release the
front of the switch (1). Press the
switch again to stop it.
Sunshade : To open or close the
sunshade, press and hold the rear
or front of the switch (2) until the
sunshade reaches the desired
position.
To express-open or express-close
the sunshade, fully press and
release the rear or front of
switch (2). Press the switch again to
stop it.
When the sunroof is opened, an air
deflector will automatically raise.
The air deflector will retract when
the sunroof is closed.
Automatic Reversal System
The sunroof/sunshade is equipped
with an automatic reversal system
that is only active when the sunroof/
sunshade is being operated in
express mode. If an object is in the
path of the sunroof/sunshade while
it is express-closing, the reversal
system will detect the object
and stop.
In the event of closing difficulties
like frost or other conditions, it is
possible to override the reversal
system. To override the reversal
system, close in manual mode. To
stop the movement, release the
switch.
Dirt and debris may collect on the
sunroof seal or in the track. This
could cause an issue with sunroof
operation or noise. It could also plug
the water drainage system.
Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose
debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and
roof sealing area using a clean
cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
remove grease from the sunroof.
If water is seen dripping into the
water drainage system, this is
normal.
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Seats and
Restraints
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Replacing Safety Belt System
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Airbag System
Head Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Front Seats
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 52
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . . 52
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Heated and Cooled Front
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Rear Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Safety Belts
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . .
58
59
60
63
64
64
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 67
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
How Does an Airbag
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Passenger Sensing System . . . 72
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 77
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 77
Replacing Airbag System Parts
after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Infants and Young Children . . . .
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . .
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . .
Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) . . . .
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80
82
84
85
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Replacing LATCH System Parts
After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Securing Child Restraints
(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Securing Child Restraints (Front
Passenger Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
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push the head restraint down, and
release the button. Pull and push on
the head restraint after the button is
released to make sure that it is
locked in place.
Head Restraints
Front Seats
The vehicle's front seats have
adjustable head restraints in the
outboard seating positions.
{ Warning
With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for
all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of the restraint is at the same
height as the top of the occupant's
head. This position reduces the
chance of a neck injury in a crash.
To adjust the head restraint forward
and rearward, press the button
located on the side facing of the
head restraint and move it forward
or rearward until the desired locking
position is reached. Try to move the
head restraint after the button is
released to make sure that it is
locked in place.
The front seat outboard head
restraints are not removable.
Rear Seats
The vehicle's rear seats have
adjustable head restraints in the
outboard seating positions.
The height of the head restraint can
be adjusted. Pull the head restraint
up to raise it. Try to move the head
restraint to make sure that it is
locked in place.
To raise or lower the head restraint,
press the button located on the side
of the head restraint, and pull up or
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If you are installing a child restraint
in the rear seat, see “Securing a
Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System” under Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 85.
To lower the head restraint, press
the button located on the top of the
seatback and push the head
restraint down. Try to move the
head restraint after the button is
released to make sure it is locked in
place.
The rear outboard head restraints
are designed to be folded. The head
restraint can be folded backward to
allow for better visibility when the
rear seat is unoccupied. To fold the
head restraint, press the button on
the side of the head restraint.
Always adjust the head restraint so
that the top of the restraint is at the
same height as the top of the
occupant’s head.
When an occupant is in the seat,
always return the head restraint to
the upright position. Pull the head
restraint up and push it backward
until it locks into place. Push and
pull on the head restraint to make
sure that it is locked.
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Front Seats
To adjust the seatback, see
Reclining Seatbacks 0 53.
Power Seat Adjustment
To adjust the lumbar support, see
Lumbar Adjustment 0 52.
Lumbar Adjustment
To adjust a power seat:
. Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the control
forward or rearward.
. Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the
front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the rear of the control up
or down.
To adjust the lumbar support,
if equipped:
. Press the front or rear of the
switch to increase or decrease
lumbar support.
. Press the top or bottom of the
switch to raise or lower the
lumbar support.
.
Release the switch when the
level of support is reached.
Thigh Support
Adjustment
If equipped, adjust the manual leg
extension by pulling up on the lever,
and then pulling or pushing on the
support to lengthen or shorten it.
Release the lever to lock it in place.
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Reclining Seatbacks
To adjust a power seatback:
. Tilt the top of the control
rearward to recline.
. Tilt the top of the control forward
to raise.
{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when
the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
up, the safety belts cannot do
their job.
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
be in front of you. In a crash, you
could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries.
The lap belt could go up over
your abdomen. The belt forces
would be there, not at your pelvic
bones. This could cause serious
internal injuries.
For proper protection when the
vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the
safety belt properly.
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Memory Seats
Do not have a seatback reclined if
the vehicle is moving.
Power Reclining Seatbacks
If equipped, the 1, 2, SET, and B
(Exit) buttons on the driver door are
used to manually store and recall
memory settings for the driver seat,
outside mirrors, and power tilt and
telescoping steering column
positions.
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Storing Memory Positions
To store positions to the 1 and 2
buttons:
1, 2, or B before the stored
positions are reached stops the
recall.
1. Place the ignition in ON/RUN
or ACC/ACCESSORY.
Automatically Recalling Memory
Positions (Auto Memory Recall)
2. Adjust the driver seat, outside
mirrors, and the power tilt and
telescoping steering column.
When the Auto (Automatic) Memory
Recall feature is enabled in the
vehicle personalization menu, the
current driver’s previously stored 1
or 2 positions are recalled by
placing the ignition in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY.
3. Press and release SET. A beep
will sound.
4. Immediately press and hold 1
until two beeps sound.
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second
driver using 2.
To store positions to the B (Exit)
button and easy exit features,
repeat steps 1–4 using B to store
your positions for getting out of the
vehicle.
Manually Recalling Memory
Positions
Press and hold 1, 2, or B (Exit) to
manually recall the previously
stored memory positions. Releasing
See “Auto Memory Recall” under
"Comfort and Convenience" in
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory, power mirror,
or power seat controls.
RKE transmitters are not labeled
with a number. If your memory seat
position is saved to 1 or 2 but this
position is not automatically
recalling, then store your positions
to the other button or switch RKE
transmitters with the other driver.
Easy Exit Recall
When the Easy Exit Recall feature
is enabled in the vehicle
personalization menu, the positions
previously stored to the B (Exit)
button are automatically recalled
when getting out of the vehicle.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
Obstructions
If something has blocked the driver
seat and/or power tilt and
telescoping steering column while
recalling a memory position, the
recall may stop. Remove the
obstruction. Then do one of the
following:
. If manually or automatically
recalling the memory position,
press and hold the appropriate
manual control for the memory
item that is not recalling for
two seconds. Try recalling again
by pressing the appropriate
memory button.
. If recalling the exit position,
press and hold the appropriate
manual control for the exit
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feature not recalling for
two seconds. Then try recalling
the exit position again.
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Three lights indicate the highest
setting, and one light indicates the
lowest.
If the memory position is still not
recalling, see your dealer for
service.
If the heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered
after approximately 30 minutes.
Heated and Cooled Front
Seats
Remote Start Auto Heated and
Cooled Seats
{ Warning
If you cannot feel temperature
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns. To
reduce the risk of burns, people
with such a condition should use
care when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat
heater may cause a burn or may
damage the seat.
If equipped, the buttons are near the
climate controls. To operate, the
engine must be running.
Press J or z to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and
seatback.
The passenger seat may take
longer to heat up.
Press C or { to cool the driver or
passenger seat.
Press the button once for the
highest setting. With each press of
the button, the heated and cooled
seat will change to the next lower
setting, and then the off setting.
The heated and cooled seats can
be programmed to turn on
automatically during a remote
vehicle start when conditions allow.
The heated seat function can be
programmed to come on when
ENGINE START/STOP is pressed
under certain conditions. Press the
heated or cooled seat button to use
the heated or cooled seats after the
vehicle is started.
The heated and cooled seat button
lights will not turn on during a
remote start.
The temperature of an unoccupied
seat may be reduced.
To program the heated and cooled
seat features, see Vehicle
Personalization 0 146.
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Rear Seats
Rear Seat Adjustment
The second row seats slide forward
for more room.
Manually Folding the
Seatbacks
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the safety
belts still fastened may cause
damage to the seat or the safety
belts. Always unbuckle the safety
belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before
folding a rear seat.
Sliding Seatback
To fold a sliding seatback:
To adjust the seat position, lift the
lever below the seat cushion and
slide the seat forward or backward.
Split Folding Seatbacks
Either side of the rear seatback can
be folded down for more cargo
space.
1. Place the front seatbacks in the
upright position. See Reclining
Seatbacks 0 53.
2. Fold the rear seat head
restraints. See Head
Restraints 0 50.
3. Pull on the lever on the side of
the seatback to unlock it and
fold the seatback forward.
4. Verify the seat is locked in the
folded position by pushing
down on the seatback.
5. Repeat the steps for the other
seatback, if desired.
Automatically Folding the
Seatbacks
If equipped, to automatically fold the
seatback:
1. Place the front seatbacks in the
upright position. See Reclining
Seatbacks 0 53.
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2. Fold the rear seat head
restraints. See Head
Restraints 0 50.
Raising the Seatbacks
{ Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.
{ Warning
3. Pull the lever to activate the
automatic folding feature.
4. Verify the seat is locked in the
folded position by pushing
down on the seatback.
Keep the seatback in the upright,
locked position when not in use.
A safety belt that is improperly
routed, not properly attached,
or twisted will not provide the
protection needed in a crash. The
person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
rear seatback, always check to be
sure that the safety belts are
properly routed and attached, and
are not twisted.
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To raise the sliding seatback:
1. Pull on the lever on the side of
the seat cushion to release the
seatback from its locked
position.
2. Push the seatback rearward
until it locks in the upright
position.
3. Make sure the rear safety belts
are in the belt guide and are
not twisted or caught between
the seat cushion and the
seatback.
Rear Seat Armrest
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If equipped, the rear seat has an
armrest in the center of the
seatback. Lower the armrest to
access the cupholders.
Safety Belts
This section of the manual
describes how to use safety belts
properly. It also describes some
things not to do with safety belts.
To fold, lift the armrest up and push
it rearward until it is flush with the
seatback.
{ Warning
Heated Rear Seats
{ WARNING
If you cannot feel temperature
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns.
See the Warning under Heated
and Cooled Front Seats 0 55.
If equipped, the buttons are on the
rear of the center console.
With the ignition in ON/RUN/START,
press M or L to heat the left or right
outboard seat cushion. An indicator
on the climate control display
appears when this feature is on.
Press the button once for the
highest setting. With each press of
the button, the heated seat changes
to the next lower setting, and then
the off setting. Three lights indicate
the highest setting, and one light
indicates the lowest.
Do not let anyone ride where a
safety belt cannot be worn
properly. In a crash, if you or your
passenger(s) are not wearing
safety belts, injuries can be much
worse than if you are wearing
safety belts. You can be seriously
injured or killed by hitting things
inside the vehicle harder or by
being ejected from the vehicle. In
addition, anyone who is not
buckled up can strike other
passengers in the vehicle.
It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area, inside or outside
of a vehicle. In a collision,
passengers riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow
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passengers to ride in any area of
the vehicle that is not equipped
with seats and safety belts.
Always wear a safety belt, and
check that all passenger(s) are
restrained properly too.
This vehicle has indicators as a
reminder to buckle the safety belts.
See Safety Belt Reminders 0 117.
Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel
as fast as the vehicle does. If the
vehicle stops suddenly, you keep
going until something stops you.
It could be the windshield, the
instrument panel, or the safety belts!
When you wear a safety belt, you
and the vehicle slow down together.
There is more time to stop because
you stop over a longer distance and,
when worn properly, your strongest
bones take the forces from the
safety belts. That is why wearing
safety belts makes such good
sense.
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
after a crash if I am wearing a
safety belt?
A: You could be — whether you are
wearing a safety belt or not.
Your chance of being conscious
during and after a crash, so you
can unbuckle and get out, is
much greater if you are belted.
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Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why
should I have to wear safety
belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental
systems only; so they work with
safety belts — not instead of
them. Whether or not an airbag
is provided, all occupants still
have to buckle up to get the
most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in
all Canadian provinces, the law
requires wearing safety belts.
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly
This section is only for people of
adult size.
There are special things to know
about safety belts and children, and
there are different rules for smaller
children and infants. If a child will be
riding in the vehicle, see Older
Children 0 78 or Infants and Young
Children 0 80. Follow those rules for
everyone's protection.
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pelvic bones and you would be
less likely to slide under the lap
belt. If you slid under it, the belt
would apply force on your
abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.
It is very important for all occupants
to buckle up. Statistics show that
unbelted people are hurt more often
in crashes than those who are
wearing safety belts.
There are important things to know
about wearing a safety belt properly.
.
Wear the shoulder belt over the
shoulder and across the chest.
These parts of the body are best
able to take belt restraining
forces. The shoulder belt locks if
there is a sudden stop or crash.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
All seating positions in the vehicle
have a lap-shoulder belt.
The following instructions explain
how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
properly.
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is
adjustable, so you can sit up
straight. To see how, see
“Seats” in the Index.
{ Warning
.
Sit up straight and always keep
your feet on the floor in front
of you.
.
Always use the correct buckle
for your seating position.
.
Wear the lap part of the belt low
and snug on the hips, just
touching the thighs. In a crash,
this applies force to the strong
You can be seriously injured,
or even killed, by not wearing
your safety belt properly.
. Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become
loose or twisted.
. Never wear the shoulder
belt under both arms or
behind your back.
. Never route the lap or
shoulder belt over an
armrest.
2. Pick up the latch plate and pull
the belt across you. Do not let
it get twisted.
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The lap-shoulder belt may lock
if you pull the belt across you
very quickly. If this happens, let
the belt go back slightly to
unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a
passenger belt is pulled out all
the way, the child restraint
locking feature may be
engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again.
Engaging the child restraint
locking feature in the front
outboard seating position may
affect the passenger sensing
system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 72.
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3. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plate to
make sure it is secure. If the
belt is not long enough, see
Safety Belt Extender 0 64.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the safety
belt could be quickly unbuckled
if necessary.
If the webbing locks in the latch
plate before it reaches the
buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to
unlock.
4. If equipped with a shoulder belt
height adjuster, move it to the
height that is right for you. See
“Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster”
later in this section for
instructions on use and
important safety information.
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Before a door is closed, be sure the
safety belt is out of the way. If a
door is slammed against a safety
belt, damage can occur to both the
safety belt and the vehicle.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
The vehicle has a shoulder belt
height adjuster for the driver and
front outboard passenger seating
positions.
5. To make the lap part tight, pull
up on the shoulder belt.
It may be necessary to pull
stitching on the safety belt
through the latch plate to fully
tighten the lap belt on smaller
occupants.
To unlatch the belt, push the button
on the buckle. The belt should
return to its stowed position. Slide
the latch plate up the safety belt
webbing when the safety belt is not
in use. The latch plate should rest
on the stitching on the safety belt,
near the guide loop on the side wall.
Always stow the safety belt slowly.
If the safety belt webbing returns
quickly to the stowed position, the
retractor may lock and cannot be
pulled out. If this happens, pull the
safety belt straight out firmly to
unlock the webbing, and then
release it. If the webbing is still
locked in the retractor, see your
dealer.
Adjust the height so the shoulder
portion of the belt is on the shoulder
and not falling off of it. The belt
should be close to, but not
contacting, the neck. Improper
shoulder belt height adjustment
could reduce the effectiveness of
the safety belt in a crash. See How
to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 59.
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belts during the early stages of a
moderate to severe frontal, near
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner
activation are met. Safety belt
pretensioners can also help tighten
the safety belts in a side crash or a
rollover event.
Move the height adjuster up to the
desired position by pushing up on
the height adjuster.
Pretensioners work only once. If the
pretensioners activate in a crash,
the pretensioners and probably
other parts of the vehicle's safety
belt system will need to be replaced.
See Replacing Safety Belt System
Parts after a Crash 0 65.
Press the release button to lower
the height adjuster. After the height
adjuster is set to the desired
position, try to move it down without
pressing the release button to make
sure it has locked into position.
Do not sit on the outboard safety
belt while entering or exiting the
vehicle or at any time while sitting in
the seat. Sitting on the safety belt
can damage the webbing and
hardware.
Safety Belt Pretensioners
Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides
This vehicle has safety belt
pretensioners for the 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
Rear safety belt comfort guides may
provide added safety belt comfort
for older children who have
outgrown booster seats and for
some adults. When installed on a
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shoulder belt, the comfort guide
positions the belt away from the
neck and head.
Comfort guides are available
through your dealer for the rear
outboard seating positions.
Instructions are included with the
guide.
Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone,
including pregnant women. Like all
occupants, they are more likely to
be seriously injured if they do not
wear safety belts.
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A pregnant woman should wear a
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap
portion should be worn as low as
possible, below the rounding,
throughout the pregnancy.
safety belt. For more information,
see the instruction sheet that comes
with the extender.
The best way to protect the fetus is
to protect the mother. When a safety
belt is worn properly, it is more likely
that the fetus will not be hurt in a
crash. For pregnant women, as for
anyone, the key to making safety
belts effective is wearing them
properly.
Now and then, check that the safety
belt reminder light, safety belts,
buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are all working properly.
Look for any other loose or
damaged safety belt system parts
that might keep a safety belt system
from doing its job. See your dealer
to have it repaired. Torn or frayed
safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under
impact forces. If a belt is torn or
frayed, get a new one right away.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten
around you, you should use it.
But if a safety belt is not long
enough, your dealer will order you
an extender. When you go in to
order it, take the heaviest coat you
will wear, so the extender will be
long enough for you. To help avoid
personal injury, do not let someone
else use it, and use it only for the
seat it is made to fit. The extender
has been designed for adults. Never
use it for securing child restraints.
To wear it, attach it to the regular
Safety System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder
light is working. See Safety Belt
Reminders 0 117.
Keep safety belts clean and dry.
See Safety Belt Care 0 64.
Safety Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
{ Warning
Do not bleach or dye safety belt
webbing. It may severely weaken
the webbing. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide
adequate protection. Clean and
rinse safety belt webbing only
with mild soap and lukewarm
water. Allow the webbing to dry.
Safety belts should be properly
cared for and maintained.
Safety belt hardware should be kept
dry and free of dust or debris. As
necessary exterior hard surfaces
and safety belt webbing may be
lightly cleaned with mild soap and
water. Ensure there is not excessive
dust or debris in the mechanism.
If dust or debris exists in the system
please see the dealer. Parts may
need to be replaced to ensure
proper functionality of the system.
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Replacing Safety Belt
System Parts after a
Crash
{ Warning
A crash can damage the safety
belt system in the vehicle.
A damaged safety belt system
may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in
serious injury or even death in a
crash. To help make sure the
safety belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as
possible.
After a minor crash, replacement of
safety belts may not be necessary.
But the safety belt assemblies that
were used during any crash may
have been stressed or damaged.
See your dealer to have the safety
belt assemblies inspected or
replaced.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the safety belt
system was not being used at the
time of the crash.
Have the safety belt pretensioners
checked if the vehicle has been in a
crash, or if the airbag readiness light
stays on after you start the vehicle
or while you are driving. See Airbag
Readiness Light 0 118.
Airbag System
The vehicle has the following
airbags:
. A frontal airbag for the driver.
.
A frontal airbag for the front
outboard passenger.
.
A knee airbag for the driver.
.
A knee airbag for the front
outboard passenger.
.
A seat-mounted side impact
airbag for the driver.
.
A seat-mounted side impact
airbag for the front outboard
passenger.
.
Seat-mounted side impact
airbags for the second row
outboard passengers.
.
A roof-rail airbag for the driver
and the passenger seated
directly behind the driver.
.
A roof-rail airbag for the front
outboard passenger and the
passenger seated directly
behind the front outboard
passenger.
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All vehicle airbags have the word
AIRBAG on the trim or on a label
near the deployment opening.
For frontal airbags, the word
AIRBAG is on the center of the
steering wheel for the driver and on
the instrument panel for the front
outboard passenger.
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG
is on the lower part of the
instrument panel.
For seat-mounted side impact
airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
side of the seatback closest to
the door.
For roof-rail airbags, the word
AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
Airbags are designed to supplement
the protection provided by safety
belts. Even though today's airbags
are also designed to help reduce
the risk of injury from the force of an
inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
very quickly to do their job.
Here are the most important things
to know about the airbag system:
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{ Warning
You can be severely injured or
killed in a crash if you are not
wearing your safety belt, even
with airbags. Airbags are
designed to work with safety
belts, not replace them. Also,
airbags are not designed to inflate
in every crash. In some crashes
safety belts are the only restraint.
See When Should an Airbag
Inflate? 0 69.
Because airbags inflate with great
force and faster than the blink of
an eye, anyone who is up
against, or very close to any
airbag when it inflates can be
seriously injured or killed. Do not
sit unnecessarily close to any
airbag, as you would be if sitting
on the edge of the seat or leaning
forward. Safety belts help keep
you in position before and during
a crash. Always wear a safety
belt, even with airbags. The driver
should sit as far back as possible
while still maintaining control of
the vehicle. The safety belts and
the front outboard passenger
airbags are most effective when
you are sitting well back and
upright in the seat with both feet
on the floor.
Wearing your safety belt during a
crash helps reduce your chance
of hitting things inside the vehicle
or being ejected from it. Airbags
are “supplemental restraints” to
the safety belts. Everyone in the
vehicle should wear a safety belt
properly, whether or not there is
an airbag for that person.
Occupants should not lean on or
sleep against the door or side
windows in seating positions with
seat-mounted side impact airbags
and/or roof-rail airbags.
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Where Are the Airbags?
Children who are up against,
or very close to, any airbag when
it inflates can be seriously injured
or killed. Always secure children
properly in the vehicle. To read
how, see Older Children 0 78 or
Infants and Young Children 0 80.
The driver frontal airbag is in the
center of the steering wheel.
There is an airbag readiness light
on the instrument cluster, which
shows the airbag symbol. The
system checks the airbag electrical
system for malfunctions. The light
tells you if there is an electrical
problem. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 118 for more information.
The front outboard passenger
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel.
The driver knee airbag is below the
steering column. The front outboard
passenger knee airbag is below the
glove box.
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Driver Side Shown, Passenger
Side Similar
The seat-mounted side impact
airbags for the driver and front
outboard passenger are in the side
of the seatbacks closest to the door.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger
Side Similar
The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
front outboard passenger, and
second row outboard passengers
are in the ceiling above the side
windows.
Rear Seat Driver Side Shown,
Passenger Side Similar
The second row seat-mounted side
impact airbags are in the sides of
the seatback closest to the door.
{ Warning
If something is between an
occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury
or even death. The path of an
inflating airbag must be kept
clear. Do not put anything
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between an occupant and an
airbag, and do not attach or put
anything on the steering wheel
hub or on or near any other
airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that
block the inflation path of a
seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Never secure anything to the roof
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
by routing a rope or tie‐down
through any door or window
opening. If you do, the path of an
inflating roof-rail airbag will be
blocked.
When Should an Airbag
Inflate?
This vehicle is equipped with
airbags. See Airbag System 0 65.
Airbags are designed to inflate if the
impact exceeds the specific airbag
system's deployment threshold.
Deployment thresholds are used to
predict how severe a crash is likely
to be in time for the airbags to
inflate and help restrain the
occupants. The vehicle has
electronic sensors that help the
airbag system determine the
severity of the impact. Deployment
thresholds can vary with specific
vehicle design.
Frontal airbags are designed to
inflate in moderate to severe frontal
or near frontal crashes to help
reduce the potential for severe
injuries, mainly to the driver's or
front outboard passenger's head
and chest.
Whether the frontal airbags will or
should inflate is not based primarily
on how fast the vehicle is traveling.
It depends on what is hit, the
direction of the impact, and how
quickly the vehicle slows down.
Frontal airbags may inflate at
different crash speeds depending on
whether the vehicle hits an object
straight on or at an angle, and
whether the object is fixed or
moving, rigid or deformable, narrow
or wide.
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Frontal airbags are not intended to
inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear
impacts, or many side impacts.
In addition, the vehicle has
advanced technology frontal
airbags. Advanced technology
frontal airbags adjust the restraint
according to crash severity or
occupant interaction.
The vehicle also has a seat position
sensor that enables the sensing
system to monitor the position of the
front outboard passenger seat. The
passenger seat position sensor and
the passenger safety belt buckle
provide information that is used to
adjust the deployment of the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag.
Knee airbags are designed to inflate
in moderate to severe frontal or
near frontal impacts. Knee airbags
are not designed to inflate during
vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts,
or in many side impacts.
The passenger seat position sensor
and the passenger safety belt
buckle also provide information that
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is used to determine if the
passenger knee airbag should
inflate.
Seat-mounted side impact airbags
are designed to inflate in moderate
to severe side crashes depending
on the location of the impact.
Seat-mounted side impact airbags
are not designed to inflate in frontal
impacts, near frontal impacts,
rollovers, or rear impacts.
A seat-mounted side impact airbag
is designed to inflate on the side of
the vehicle that is struck.
Roof-rail airbags are designed to
inflate in moderate to severe side
crashes depending on the location
of the impact. In addition, these
roof-rail airbags are designed to
inflate during a rollover or in a
severe frontal impact. Roof-rail
airbags are not designed to inflate in
rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags
will inflate when either side of the
vehicle is struck, if the sensing
system predicts that the vehicle is
about to roll over on its side, or in a
severe frontal impact.
In any particular crash, no one can
say whether an airbag should have
inflated simply because of the
vehicle damage or the repair costs.
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate?
In a deployment event, the sensing
system sends an electrical signal
triggering a release of gas from the
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the
airbag causing the bag to break out
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag,
and related hardware are all part of
the airbag module.
For airbag locations, see Where Are
the Airbags? 0 67.
How Does an Airbag
Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or
near frontal collisions, even belted
occupants can contact the steering
wheel or the instrument panel. In
moderate to severe side collisions,
even belted occupants can contact
the inside of the vehicle.
Airbags supplement the protection
provided by safety belts by
distributing the force of the impact
more evenly over the
occupant's body.
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags
are designed to help contain the
head and chest of occupants in the
outboard seating positions in the
first and second rows. The rollover
capable roof-rail airbags are
designed to help reduce the risk of
full or partial ejection in rollover
events, although no system can
prevent all such ejections.
But airbags would not help in many
types of collisions, primarily
because the occupant's motion is
not toward those airbags. See When
Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 69.
Airbags should never be regarded
as anything more than a supplement
to safety belts.
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What Will You See after
an Airbag Inflates?
After the frontal, knee, and
seat-mounted side impact airbags
inflate, they quickly deflate, so
quickly that some people may not
even realize an airbag inflated.
Roof-rail airbags may still be at least
partially inflated for some time after
they inflate. Some components of
the airbag module may be hot for
several minutes. For location of the
airbags, see Where Are the
Airbags? 0 67.
The parts of the airbag that come
into contact with you may be warm,
but not too hot to touch. There may
be some smoke and dust coming
from the vents in the deflated
airbags. Airbag inflation does not
prevent the driver from seeing out of
the windshield or being able to steer
the vehicle, nor does it prevent
people from leaving the vehicle.
{ Warning
When an airbag inflates, there
may be dust in the air. This dust
could cause breathing problems
for people with a history of
asthma or other breathing trouble.
To avoid this, everyone in the
vehicle should get out as soon as
it is safe to do so. If you have
breathing problems but cannot
get out of the vehicle after an
airbag inflates, then get fresh air
by opening a window or a door.
If you experience breathing
problems following an airbag
deployment, you should seek
medical attention.
The vehicle has a feature that may
automatically unlock the doors, turn
on the interior lamps and hazard
warning flashers, and shut off the
fuel system after the airbags inflate.
The feature may also activate,
without airbag inflation, after an
event that exceeds a predetermined
threshold. You can lock the doors,
turn off the interior lamps, and turn
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off the hazard warning flashers by
using the controls for those
features.
{ Warning
A crash severe enough to inflate
the airbags may have also
damaged important functions in
the vehicle, such as the fuel
system, brake and steering
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle
appears to be drivable after a
moderate crash, there may be
concealed damage that could
make it difficult to safely operate
the vehicle.
Use caution if you should attempt
to restart the engine after a crash
has occurred.
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In many crashes severe enough to
inflate the airbag, windshields are
broken by vehicle deformation.
Additional windshield breakage may
also occur from the front outboard
passenger airbag.
. Airbags are designed to inflate
only once. After an airbag
inflates, you will need some new
parts for the airbag system.
If you do not get them, the
airbag system will not be there
to help protect you in another
crash. A new system will include
airbag modules and possibly
other parts. The service manual
for the vehicle covers the need
to replace other parts.
. The vehicle has a crash sensing
and diagnostic module which
records information after a
crash. See Vehicle Data
Recording and Privacy 0 407
and Event Data
Recorders 0 408.
. Let only qualified technicians
work on the airbag systems.
Improper service can mean that
an airbag system will not work
properly. See your dealer for
service.
Passenger Sensing
System
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system for the front
outboard passenger position. The
passenger airbag status indicator
will light on the overhead console
when the vehicle is started.
United States
Canada and Mexico
The words ON and OFF, or the
symbol for on and off, will be visible
during the system check. When the
system check is complete, either the
word ON or OFF, or the symbol for
on and off will be visible. See
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator 0 118.
The passenger sensing system
turns off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag, under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system.
The passenger sensing system
works with sensors that are part of
the front outboard passenger seat
and safety belt. The sensors are
designed to detect the presence of
a properly seated occupant and
determine if the front outboard
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passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag should be allowed to inflate
or not.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
secured in a rear seat in a correct
child restraint for their weight
and size.
Whenever possible, children aged
12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front. This is because the risk to
the rear-facing child is so great,
if the airbag inflates.
{ Warning
A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the passenger frontal
airbag inflates. This is because
the back of the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
forward-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
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passenger frontal airbag inflates
and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though the
airbag(s) are off.
Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front seat, even if
the airbag is off. If securing a
forward-facing child restraint in
the front outboard passenger
seat, always move the seat as far
back as it will go. It is better to
secure child restraints in the rear
seat. Consider using another
vehicle to transport the child
when a rear seat is not available.
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The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag if:
. The front outboard passenger
seat is unoccupied.
. The system determines that an
infant is present in a child
restraint.
. A front outboard passenger
takes his/her weight off of the
seat for a period of time.
. There is a critical problem with
the airbag system or the
passenger sensing system.
When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag, the off indicator
will light and stay lit as a reminder
that the airbags are off. See
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator 0 118.
The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn on the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag anytime the system
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senses that a person of adult size is
sitting properly in the front outboard
passenger seat.
When the passenger sensing
system has allowed the airbags to
be enabled, the on indicator will light
and stay lit as a reminder that the
airbags are active.
For some children, including
children in child restraints, and for
very small adults, the passenger
sensing system may or may not turn
off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag and knee airbag,
depending upon the person’s
seating posture and body build.
Everyone in the vehicle who has
outgrown child restraints should
wear a safety belt properly —
whether or not there is an airbag for
that person.
Warning (Continued)
avoid injury to yourself or others,
have the vehicle serviced right
away. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 118 for more information,
including important safety
information.
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a
Child Restraint
The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag if the system
determines that an infant is present
in a child restraint. If a child restraint
has been installed and the on
indicator is lit:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
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2. Remove the child restraint from
the vehicle.
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong
with the airbag system. To help
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3. Remove any additional items
from the seat such as blankets,
cushions, seat covers, seat
heaters, or seat massagers.
4. Reinstall the child restraint
following the directions
provided by the child restraint
manufacturer and refer to
Securing Child Restraints
(Rear Seat) 0 92 or Securing
Child Restraints (Front
Passenger Seat) 0 94.
Make sure the safety belt
retractor is locked by pulling
the shoulder belt all the way
out of the retractor when
installing the child restraint,
even if the child restraint is
equipped with a safety belt
lock-off. When the retractor
lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of
the retractor.
5. If, after reinstalling the child
restraint and restarting the
vehicle, the on indicator is still
lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
slightly recline the vehicle
seatback and adjust the seat
cushion, if adjustable, to make
sure that the vehicle seatback
is not pushing the child
restraint into the seat cushion.
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Also make sure the child
restraint is not trapped under
the vehicle head restraint.
If this happens, adjust the head
restraint. See Head
Restraints 0 50.
If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
Adult-Sized Occupant
2. Remove any additional material
from the seat, such as
blankets, cushions, seat
covers, seat heaters, or seat
massagers.
3. Place the seatback in the fully
upright position.
6. Restart the vehicle.
The passenger sensing system
may or may not turn off the
airbags for a child in a child
restraint depending upon the
child’s size. It is better to
secure the child restraint in a
rear seat. Never put a
rear-facing child restraint in the
front seat, even if the on
indicator is not lit.
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4. Have the person sit upright in
the seat, centered on the seat
cushion, with legs comfortably
extended.
If a person of adult size is sitting in
the front outboard passenger seat,
but the off indicator is lit, it could be
because that person is not sitting
properly in the seat or that the child
restraint locking feature is engaged.
Use the following steps to allow the
system to detect that person and
enable the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag and knee airbag:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
5. If the shoulder portion of the
belt is pulled out all the way,
the child restraint locking
feature will be engaged. This
may unintentionally cause the
passenger sensing system to
turn the airbags off for some
adult-sized occupants. If this
happens, unbuckle the belt, let
the belt go back all the way,
and then buckle the belt again
without pulling the belt out all
the way.
6. Restart the vehicle and have
the person remain in this
position for two to
three minutes after the on
indicator is lit.
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{ Warning
If the front outboard passenger
airbag is turned off for an
adult-sized occupant, the airbag
will not be able to inflate and help
protect that person in a crash,
resulting in an increased risk of
serious injury or even death. An
adult-sized occupant should not
ride in the front outboard
passenger seat, if the passenger
airbag off indicator is lit.
Additional Factors Affecting
System Operation
Safety belts help keep the
passenger in position on the seat
during vehicle maneuvers and
braking, which helps the passenger
sensing system maintain the
passenger airbag status. See
“Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints”
in the Index for additional
information about the importance of
proper restraint use.
A thick layer of additional material,
such as a blanket or cushion,
or aftermarket equipment such as
seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
massagers can affect how well the
passenger sensing system
operates. We recommend that you
not use seat covers or other
aftermarket equipment except when
approved by GM for your specific
vehicle. See Adding Equipment to
the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 77
for more information about
modifications that can affect how
the system operates.
The on indicator may be lit if an
object, such as a briefcase,
handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
or other electronic device, is put on
an unoccupied seat. If this is not
desired, remove the object from
the seat.
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Stowing of articles under the
passenger seat or between the
passenger seat cushion and
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seatback may interfere with the
proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.
Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicle
should be serviced. There are parts
of the airbag system in several
places around the vehicle. Your
dealer and the service manual have
information about servicing the
vehicle and the airbag system. To
purchase a service manual, see
Service Publications Ordering
Information 0 405.
{ Warning
For up to 10 seconds after the
vehicle is turned off and the
battery is disconnected, an airbag
can still inflate during improper
service. You can be injured if you
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are close to an airbag when it
inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
They are probably part of the
airbag system. Be sure to follow
proper service procedures, and
make sure the person performing
work for you is qualified to do so.
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding accessories that change the
vehicle's frame, bumper system,
height, front end, or side sheet
metal, may keep the airbag system
from working properly. The
operation of the airbag system can
also be affected by changing any
parts of the front seats, safety belts,
airbag sensing and diagnostic
module, steering wheel, instrument
panel, any of the airbag modules,
ceiling or pillar garnish trim,
overhead console, front sensors,
side impact sensors, or airbag
wiring.
Your dealer and the service manual
have information about the location
of the airbag sensors, sensing and
diagnostic module, and airbag
wiring.
In addition, the vehicle has a
passenger sensing system for the
front outboard passenger position,
which includes sensors that are part
of the passenger seat. The
passenger sensing system may not
operate properly if the original seat
trim is replaced with non-GM
covers, upholstery, or trim; or with
GM covers, upholstery, or trim
designed for a different vehicle. Any
object, such as an aftermarket seat
heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
or device, installed under or on top
of the seat fabric, could also
interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This
could either prevent proper
deployment of the passenger
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
sensing system from properly
turning off the passenger airbag(s).
See Passenger Sensing
System 0 72.
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If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail
airbags, see Different Size Tires
and Wheels 0 354 for additional
important information.
If you have to modify your vehicle
because you have a disability and
you have questions about whether
the modifications will affect the
vehicle's airbag system, or if you
have questions about whether the
airbag system will be affected if the
vehicle is modified for any other
reason, call Customer Assistance.
See Customer Assistance
Offices 0 398.
Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need
regularly scheduled maintenance or
replacement. Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 118.
Caution
If an airbag covering is damaged,
opened, or broken, the airbag
may not work properly. Do not
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open or break the airbag
coverings. If there are any
opened or broken airbag
coverings, have the airbag
covering and/or airbag module
replaced. For the location of the
airbags, see Where Are the
Airbags? 0 67. See your dealer
for service.
Replacing Airbag System
Parts after a Crash
{ Warning
A crash can damage the airbag
systems in the vehicle.
A damaged airbag system may
not properly protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
in serious injury or even death. To
help make sure the airbag
systems are working properly
after a crash, have them
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Warning (Continued)
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as
possible.
Child Restraints
Older Children
If an airbag inflates, you will need to
replace airbag system parts. See
your dealer for service.
If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle is started or comes
on when you are driving, the airbag
system may not work properly. Have
the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 118.
Older children who have outgrown
booster seats should wear the
vehicle’s safety belts.
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The manufacturer instructions that
come with the booster seat state the
weight and height limitations for that
booster. Use a booster seat with a
lap-shoulder belt until the child
passes the fit test below:
. Sit all the way back on the seat.
Do the knees bend at the seat
edge? If yes, continue. If no,
return to the booster seat.
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
Does the shoulder belt rest on
the shoulder? If yes, continue.
If no, try using the rear safety
belt comfort guide, if available.
See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt
0 60. If a comfort guide is not
available, or if the shoulder belt
still does not rest on the
shoulder, then return to the
booster seat.
. Does the lap belt fit low and
snug on the hips, touching the
thighs? If yes, continue. If no,
return to the booster seat.
.
Can proper safety belt fit be
maintained for the length of the
trip? If yes, continue. If no,
return to the booster seat.
Q: What is the proper way to
wear safety belts?
A: An older child should wear a
lap-shoulder belt and get the
additional restraint a shoulder
belt can provide. The shoulder
belt should not cross the face or
neck. The lap belt should fit
snugly below the hips, just
touching the top of the thighs.
This applies belt force to the
child's pelvic bones in a crash.
It should never be worn over the
abdomen, which could cause
severe or even fatal internal
injuries in a crash.
Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides” under Lap-Shoulder
Belt 0 60.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
restrained in a rear seating position.
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In a crash, children who are not
buckled up can strike other people
who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use safety belts
properly.
{ Warning
Never allow more than one child
to wear the same safety belt. The
safety belt cannot properly spread
the impact forces. In a crash, they
can be crushed together and
seriously injured. A safety belt
must be used by only one person
at a time.
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That could cause serious or fatal
injuries. The shoulder belt should
go over the shoulder and across
the chest.
{ Warning
Never allow a child to wear the
safety belt with the shoulder belt
behind their back. A child can be
seriously injured by not wearing
the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
crash, the child would not be
restrained by the shoulder belt.
The child could move too far
forward increasing the chance of
head and neck injury. The child
might also slide under the lap
belt. The belt force would then be
applied right on the abdomen.
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Infants and Young
Children
Everyone in a vehicle needs
protection! This includes infants and
all other children. Neither the
distance traveled nor the age and
size of the traveler changes the
need, for everyone, to use safety
restraints. In fact, the law in every
state in the United States and in
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be
restrained while in a vehicle.
{ Warning
Children can be seriously injured
or strangled if a shoulder belt is
wrapped around their neck. The
shoulder belt can tighten but
cannot be loosened if it is locked.
The shoulder belt locks when it is
pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the
shoulder belt is allowed to go all
the way back into the retractor,
but it cannot do this if it is
wrapped around a child’s neck.
If the shoulder belt is locked and
tightened around a child’s neck,
the only way to loosen the belt is
to cut it.
Never leave children unattended
in a vehicle and never allow
children to play with the safety
belts.
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Every time infants and young
children ride in vehicles, they should
have the protection provided by
appropriate child restraints. Neither
the vehicle's safety belt system nor
its airbag system is designed
for them.
Children who are not restrained
properly can strike other people,
or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
{ Warning
Never hold an infant or a child
while riding in a vehicle. Due to
crash forces, an infant or a child
will become so heavy it is not
possible to hold it during a crash.
For example, in a crash at only
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb)
infant will suddenly become a
110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's
arms. An infant or child should be
secured in an appropriate
restraint.
{ Warning
Q: What are the different types of
add-on child restraints?
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 front
outboard seat. Secure a
rear-facing child restraint in a rear
seat. It is also better to secure a
forward-facing child restraint in a
rear seat. If you must secure a
forward-facing child restraint in
the front outboard seat, always
move the front passenger seat as
far back as it will go.
A: Add-on child restraints, which
are purchased by the vehicle
owner, are available in four basic
types. Selection of a particular
restraint should take into
consideration not only the child's
weight, height, and age but also
whether or not the restraint will
be compatible with the motor
vehicle in which it will be used.
For most basic types of child
restraints, there are many
different models available. When
purchasing a child restraint, be
sure it is designed to be used in
a motor vehicle. If it is, the
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restraint will have a label saying
that it meets federal motor
vehicle safety standards.
The restraint manufacturer
instructions that come with the
restraint state the weight and
height limitations for a particular
child restraint. In addition, there
are many kinds of restraints
available for children with
special needs.
{ Warning
To reduce the risk of neck and
head injury in a crash, infants and
toddlers should be secured in a
rear-facing child restraint until age
two, or until they reach the
maximum height and weight limits
of their child restraint.
{ Warning
A young child's hip bones are still
so small that the vehicle's regular
safety belt may not remain low on
the hip bones, as it should.
Instead, it may settle up around
the child's abdomen. In a crash,
the belt would apply force on a
body area that is unprotected by
any bony structure. This alone
could cause serious or fatal
injuries. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injuries during a
crash, young children should
always be secured in appropriate
child restraints.
Child Restraint Systems
Rear-Facing Infant Seat
A rear-facing infant seat provides
restraint with the seating surface
against the back of the infant.
The harness system holds the infant
in place and, in a crash, acts to
keep the infant positioned in the
restraint.
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restraint properly in the vehicle
using the vehicle’s safety belt or
LATCH system, following the
instructions that came with that
child restraint and the instructions
in this manual.
Forward-Facing Child Seat
Booster Seats
A forward-facing child seat provides
restraint for the child's body with the
harness.
A booster seat is a child restraint
designed to improve the fit of the
vehicle's safety belt system.
A booster seat can also help a child
to see out the window.
Securing an Add-On Child
Restraint in the Vehicle
{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle. Secure the child
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To help reduce the chance of injury,
the child restraint must be secured
in the vehicle. Child restraint
systems must be secured in vehicle
seats by lap belts or the lap belt
portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by
the LATCH system. See Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 85. Children can
be endangered in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle.
When securing an add-on child
restraint, refer to the instructions
that come with the restraint which
may be on the restraint itself or in a
booklet, or both, and to this manual.
The child restraint instructions are
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important, so if they are not
available, obtain a replacement
copy from the manufacturer.
Keep in mind that an unsecured
child restraint can move around in a
collision or sudden stop and injure
people in the vehicle. Be sure to
properly secure any child restraint in
the vehicle — even when no child is
in it.
In some areas of the United States
and Canada, Certified Child
Passenger Safety Technicians
(CPSTs) are available to inspect
and demonstrate how to correctly
use and install child restraints. In
the U.S., refer to the National
Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) website to
locate the nearest child safety seat
inspection station. For CPST
availability in Canada, check with
Transport Canada or the Provincial
Ministry of Transportation office.
Securing the Child Within the
Child Restraint
{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child is not
properly secured in the child
restraint. Secure the child
properly following the instructions
that came with that child restraint.
Where to Put the
Restraint
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in an appropriate
child restraint secured in a rear
seating position.
Whenever possible, children aged
12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position.
Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front. This is because
the risk to the rear-facing child is so
great if the airbag deploys.
{ Warning
A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the front passenger
airbag inflates. This is because
the back of the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
forward-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
front passenger airbag inflates
and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
passenger frontal airbag, no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though it is
turned off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the airbag
is off. If you secure a
forward-facing child restraint in
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the front seat, always move the
front passenger seat as far back
as it will go. It is better to secure
the child restraint in a rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System
0 72 for additional information.
When securing a child restraint in a
rear seating position, study the
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is
compatible with this vehicle.
Child restraints and booster seats
vary considerably in size, and some
may fit in certain seating positions
better than others.
Depending on where you place the
child restraint and the size of the
child restraint, you may not be able
to access adjacent safety belts or
LATCH anchors for additional
passengers or child restraints.
Adjacent seating positions should
not be used if the child restraint
prevents access to or interferes with
the routing of the safety belt.
Wherever a child restraint is
installed, be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child
restraint system and secure the
child restraint system properly.
Keep in mind that an unsecured
child restraint can move around in a
collision or sudden stop and injure
people in the vehicle. Be sure to
properly secure any child restraint in
the vehicle — even when no child is
in it.
Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children
(LATCH System)
The LATCH system secures a child
restraint during driving or in a crash.
LATCH attachments on the child
restraint are used to attach the child
restraint to the anchors in the
vehicle. The LATCH system is
designed to make installation of a
child restraint easier.
In order to use the LATCH system in
your vehicle, you need a child
restraint that has LATCH
attachments. LATCH-compatible
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rear-facing and forward-facing child
seats can be properly installed
using either the LATCH anchors or
the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not
use both the safety belts and the
LATCH anchorage system to secure
a rear-facing or forward-facing
child seat.
Booster seats use the vehicle’s
safety belts to secure the child in
the booster seat. If the manufacturer
recommends that the booster seat
be secured with the LATCH system,
this can be done as long as the
booster seat can be positioned
properly and there is no interference
with the proper positioning of the
lap-shoulder belt on the child.
Make sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint,
and also the instructions in this
manual.
When installing a child restraint with
a top tether, you must also use
either the lower anchors or the
safety belts to properly secure the
child restraint. A child restraint must
never be installed using only the top
tether.
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The LATCH anchorage system can
be used until the combined weight
of the child plus the child restraint is
29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt
alone instead of the LATCH
anchorage system once the
combined weight is more than
29.5 kg (65 lbs).
Lower Anchors
Top Tether Anchor
Lower anchors (1) are metal bars
built into the vehicle. There are two
lower anchors for each LATCH
seating position that will
accommodate a child restraint with
lower attachments (2).
A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
the child restraint to the vehicle.
A top tether anchor is built into the
vehicle. The top tether attachment
hook (2) on the child restraint
connects to the top tether anchor in
the vehicle in order to reduce the
forward movement and rotation of
the child restraint during driving or in
a crash.
The following explains how to attach
a child restraint with these
attachments in the vehicle.
Not all vehicle seating positions or
child restraints have lower anchors
and attachments or top tether
anchors and attachments. In this
case, the safety belt must be used
(with top tether where available) to
secure the child restraint. See
Securing Child Restraints (Rear
Seat) 0 92 or Securing Child
Restraints (Front Passenger
Seat) 0 94.
Your child restraint may have a
single tether (3) or a dual tether (4).
Either will have a single attachment
hook (2) to secure the top tether to
the anchor.
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Some child restraints that have a
top tether are designed for use with
or without the top tether being
attached. Others require the top
tether always to be attached.
In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached. Be sure to read and follow
the instructions for your child
restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether
Anchor Locations
j : Seating positions with two lower
anchors.
To assist in locating the lower
anchors, each seating position with
lower anchors has two labels, near
the crease between the seatback
and the seat cushion.
To assist in locating the top tether
anchors, the top tether anchor
symbol is near the top tether
anchors.
Rear Seat
i : Seating positions with top
tether anchors.
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Top Tether Anchors
The top tether anchors for each rear
seating position are on the back of
the rear seatback. The rear
compartment storage panel/cover
might need to be adjusted to access
the anchors. Be sure to use an
anchor on the same side of the
vehicle as the seating position
where the child restraint will be
placed.
Do not secure a child restraint in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be attached, or if
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the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top tether
must be attached.
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in a child
restraint system or infant restraint
system secured in a rear seating
position. See Where to Put the
Restraint 0 84 for additional
information.
Securing a Child Restraint with
the LATCH System
{ Warning
If a LATCH-type child restraint is
not attached to anchors, the child
restraint will not be able to protect
the child correctly. In a crash, the
child could be seriously injured or
killed. Install a LATCH-type child
restraint properly using the
anchors, or use the vehicle's
safety belts to secure the
restraint, following the instructions
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Warning (Continued)
that came with the child restraint
and the instructions in this
manual.
{ Warning
To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injuries during a crash, do
not attach more than one child
restraint to a single anchor.
Attaching more than one child
restraint to a single anchor could
cause the anchor or attachment
to come loose or even break
during a crash. A child or others
could be injured.
{ Warning
Children can be seriously injured
or strangled if a shoulder belt is
wrapped around their neck. The
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Warning (Continued)
shoulder belt can tighten but
cannot be loosened if it is locked.
The shoulder belt locks when it is
pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the
shoulder belt is allowed to go all
the way back into the retractor,
but it cannot do this if it is
wrapped around a child’s neck.
If the shoulder belt is locked and
tightened around a child’s neck,
the only way to loosen the belt is
to cut it.
Buckle any unused safety belts
behind the child restraint so
children cannot reach them. Pull
the shoulder belt all the way out
of the retractor to set the lock,
and tighten the belt behind the
child restraint after the child
restraint has been installed.
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Caution
Do not let the LATCH
attachments rub against the
vehicle’s safety belts. This may
damage these parts. If necessary,
move buckled safety belts to
avoid rubbing the LATCH
attachments.
Do not fold the rear seatback
when the seat is occupied. Do not
fold the empty rear seat with a
safety belt buckled. This could
damage the safety belt or the
seat. Unbuckle and return the
safety belt to its stowed position,
before folding the seat.
If you need to secure more than one
child restraint in the rear seat, see
Where to Put the Restraint 0 84.
1. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments to the lower
anchors. If the child restraint
does not have lower
attachments or the desired
seating position does not have
lower anchors, secure the child
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restraint with the top tether and
the safety belts. Refer to the
child restraint manufacturer
instructions and the
instructions in this manual.
anchor, if equipped. Refer to
the child restraint instructions
and the following steps:
1.1. Find the lower anchors
for the desired seating
position.
2.2. If you have an adjustable
head restraint, raise the
head restraint.
1.2. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
2.3. Route, attach, and tighten
the top tether according
to your child restraint
instructions and the
following instructions:
If the head restraint
interferes with the proper
installation of the child
restraint, the head
restraint may be
removed. See “Head
Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation” at the end
of this section.
1.3. Attach and tighten the
lower attachments on the
child restraint to the lower
anchors.
2. If the child restraint
manufacturer recommends that
the top tether be attached,
adjust the top tether to its full
length and attach it to the
2.1. Find the top tether
anchor.
If the position you are
using does not have a
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a
single tether, route the
tether over the seatback.
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or head restraint and
route the tether under the
headrest or head restraint
and around the headrest
or head restraint posts.
Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation
The second row outboard head
restraints can be removed if they
interfere with the proper installation
of the child restraint.
If the position you are
using does not have a
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether
over the seatback.
To remove the head restraint:
1. Partially fold the seatback
forward. See Rear Seats 0 56
for additional information.
If the position being used
has an adjustable
headrest or head restraint
and a single tether is
being used, route the
tether between the
headrest or head restraint
posts.
If the position you are
using has an adjustable
headrest or head restraint
and your are using a dual
tether, raise the headrest
be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement, for proper
installation.
3. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
check, grasp the child restraint
at the LATCH path and attempt
to move it side to side and
back and forth. There should
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2. Press both buttons on the head
restraint posts at the same
time, and pull up on the head
restraint.
To reinstall the head restraint:
Replacing LATCH System
Parts After a Crash
{ Warning
3. Store the head restraint in the
cargo area of the vehicle.
4. When the child restraint is
removed, reinstall the head
restraint before the seating
position is used.
{ Warning
With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for
all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
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1. Insert the head restraint posts
into the holes in the top of the
seatback. The notches on the
posts must face the driver side
of the vehicle.
2. Push the head restraint down.
3. Try to move the head restraint
to make sure that it is locked in
place.
A crash can damage the LATCH
system in the vehicle. A damaged
LATCH system may not properly
secure the child restraint,
resulting in serious injury or even
death in a crash. To help make
sure the LATCH system is
working properly after a crash,
see your dealer to have the
system inspected and any
necessary replacements made as
soon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system
and it was being used during a
crash, new LATCH system parts
may be needed.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the LATCH
system was not being used at the
time of the crash.
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Securing Child Restraints
(Rear Seat)
When securing a child restraint in a
rear seating position, study the
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is
compatible with this vehicle.
If the child restraint has the LATCH
system, see Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 85 for how and where to
install the child restraint using
LATCH. If a child restraint is
secured in the vehicle using a
safety belt and it uses a top tether,
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 85 for
top tether anchor locations.
Do not secure a child seat in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be anchored, or if
the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top strap
must be anchored.
If the child restraint or vehicle seat
position does not have the LATCH
system, you will be using the safety
belt to secure the child restraint in
this position. Be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child
restraint. Secure the child in the
child restraint when and as the
instructions say.
If more than one child restraint
needs to be installed in the rear
seat, be sure to read Where to Put
the Restraint 0 84.
1. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
the lap and shoulder portions
of the vehicle's safety belt
through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
3. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the safety
belt could be quickly unbuckled
if necessary.
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6. If the child restraint has a top
tether, follow the child restraint
manufacturer's instructions
regarding the use of the top
tether. See Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 85 for more
information.
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the
way out of the retractor to set
the lock. When the retractor
lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of
the retractor.
5. To tighten the belt, push down
on the child restraint, pull the
shoulder portion of the belt to
tighten the lap portion of the
belt, and feed the shoulder belt
back into the retractor. When
installing a forward-facing child
restraint, it may be helpful to
use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you
tighten the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 4 and 5.
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. When the
child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no
more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
If the top tether is attached to a top
tether anchor, disconnect it.
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Securing Child Restraints
(Front Passenger Seat)
This vehicle has airbags. A rear
seat is a safer place to secure a
forward-facing child restraint. See
Where to Put the Restraint 0 84.
In addition, the vehicle has a
passenger sensing system which is
designed to turn off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag under certain
conditions. See Passenger Sensing
System 0 72 and Passenger Airbag
Status Indicator 0 118 for more
information on this, including
important safety information.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front. This is because the risk to
the rear-facing child is so great,
if the airbag deploys.
{ Warning
A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag inflates.
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Warning (Continued)
This is because the back of the
rear-facing child restraint would
be very close to the inflating
airbag. A child in a forward-facing
child restraint can be seriously
injured or killed if the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
inflates and the passenger seat is
in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though the
airbag(s) are off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the
airbag(s) are off. If you secure a
forward-facing child restraint in
the front outboard passenger
seat, always move the seat as far
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Warning (Continued)
back as it will go. It is better to
secure the child restraint in a
rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System
0 72 for additional information.
If the child restraint uses a top
tether, see Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 85 for top tether anchor
locations.
Do not secure a child seat in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be anchored, or if
the instructions that come with the
child restraint say that the top strap
must be anchored.
In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached.
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When using the lap-shoulder belt to
secure the child restraint in this
position, follow the instructions that
came with the child restraint and the
following instructions:
through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
1. Move the seat rearward as far
back as it will go and raise the
seat upward as far up as it will
go, before securing the
forward-facing child restraint.
Move the seat upward or the
seatback to an upright position,
if needed, to get a tight
installation of the child
restraint.
When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal
airbag and knee airbag, the off
indicator on the passenger
airbag status indicator should
light and stay lit when you start
the vehicle. See Passenger
Airbag Status Indicator 0 118.
2. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
the lap and shoulder portions
of the vehicle's safety belt
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4. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
Tilt the latch plate to adjust the
belt if needed.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the safety
belt could be quickly unbuckled
if necessary.
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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. When the
child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no
more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement.
5. Pull the shoulder belt all the
way out of the retractor to set
the lock. When the retractor
lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of
the retractor.
6. To tighten the belt, push down
on the child restraint, pull the
shoulder portion of the belt to
tighten the lap portion of the
belt, and feed the shoulder belt
back into the retractor. When
installing a forward-facing child
restraint, it may be helpful to
use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you
tighten the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.
If the airbags are off, the off
indicator in the passenger airbag
status indicator will come on and
stay on when the vehicle is started.
If a child restraint has been installed
and the off symbol is not lit, see “If
the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
Restraint” under Passenger Sensing
System 0 72.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt
and let it go back all the way.
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Storage
Storage
Compartments
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . .
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center Console Storage . . . . . . .
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97
97
97
97
98
98
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 100
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Front Storage
{ Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Glove Box
Open the glove box by lifting up on
the lever.
There is storage next to the steering
wheel. Lift the handle to access.
Cupholders
Sunglasses Storage
Two cupholders are in the center
console. Cupholders may be located
in the second row seat armrest. To
access, pull the armrest down.
If equipped, sunglasses storage is
on the overhead console. Press the
fixed button on the cover and
release to access.
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Rear Storage
Center Console Storage
Use the hook underneath to hold
open the cargo floor cover.
There is storage in the floor of the
rear cargo area. Lift the handle to
access. There is a removable
divider to help organize.
Press the button to access the
storage in the center console.
If equipped there is an auxiliary
jack, an SD card reader, and a
single or dual USB port inside.
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Features
Cargo Cover
{ Warning
There is a small covered bin directly
in front of the center console. Use
the handle to open the covered bin.
There is a power outlet inside.
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To remove the cover from the
vehicle, pull both ends toward each
other. To reinstall, place each end of
the cover in the holes behind the
rear seat.
Cargo Tie-Downs
An unsecured cargo cover could
strike people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash. Store the
cargo cover securely or remove it
from the vehicle.
{ Warning
Do not place objects on the cargo
cover. Sudden stops or turns can
cause objects to be thrown in the
vehicle. You or others could be
injured.
If equipped, use the cargo cover to
cover items in the rear of the
vehicle.
The vehicle may be equipped with
six cargo tie-downs in the rear
compartment.
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Convenience Net
This vehicle may have a
convenience net in the rear of the
vehicle. Attach it to the cargo
tie-downs for storing small loads.
Do not use the net to store heavy
loads.
Roof Rack System
{ Warning
If something is carried on top of
the vehicle that is longer or wider
than the roof rack — like paneling,
plywood, or a mattress — the
wind can catch it while the vehicle
is being driven. The item being
carried could be violently torn off,
and this could cause a collision
and damage the vehicle. Never
carry something longer or wider
than the roof rack on top of the
vehicle unless using a GM
certified accessory carrier.
Caution
Loading cargo on the roof rack
that weighs more than 100 kg
(220 lb) or hangs over the rear or
sides of the vehicle may damage
the vehicle. Load cargo so that it
rests evenly between the
crossrails, making sure to fasten
cargo securely.
If equipped, the roof rack can be
used to load items. For roof racks
that do not have crossrails included,
GM certified crossrails can be
purchased as an accessory. See
your dealer.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo
when driving, check to make sure
crossrails and cargo are securely
fastened. Loading cargo on the roof
rack will make the vehicle’s center
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of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
braking, or abrupt maneuvers;
otherwise it may result in loss of
control. If driving for a long distance,
on rough roads, or at high speeds,
occasionally stop the vehicle to
make sure the cargo remains in its
place. Do not exceed the maximum
vehicle capacity when loading the
vehicle. For more information on
vehicle capacity and loading, see
Vehicle Load Limits 0 255.
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Instruments and
Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 103
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 103
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 104
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 104
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Headlamp Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 117
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 118
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 119
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 119
Brake System Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Electric Parking Brake
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Service Electric Parking Brake
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 123
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
StabiliTrak® OFF Light . . . . . . . . 124
Traction Control System (TCS)/
StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 125
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 126
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 126
Adaptive Forward Lighting
(AFL) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 127
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 127
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 127
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . 133
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Battery Voltage and Charging
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Brake System Messages . . . . . 137
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 137
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 138
Engine Cooling System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 139
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 140
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 140
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 140
Object Detection System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Ride Control System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Airbag System Messages . . . . 143
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Steering System
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
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Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Messages . . . . . .
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . .
Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . .
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144
145
145
Vehicle Personalization
Controls
103
Steering Wheel Controls
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 146
Universal Remote System
Universal Remote System . . . . 151
Universal Remote System
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Universal Remote System
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
For vehicles with audio steering
wheel controls, some audio controls
can be adjusted at the steering
wheel.
g (Press to Talk) : Press to initiate
a call or to interact with the
available Bluetooth®, OnStar®,
or navigation system (if equipped).
i (End Call) : Press to decline an
incoming call or end a current call.
Press to mute or unmute the
infotainment system.
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S or T (Previous or Next) : Press
Heated Steering Wheel
Windshield Wiper/Washer
to go to the previous or next area in
the display or to the previous or
next menu.
y or z (Next or Previous) :
Press to go up or down in a list.
Press to go up or down a page.
@ (Select) : Press to select a
highlighted menu item.
C or B (Next or Previous
Favorite) : Press to go to the next
or previous favorite when listening
to the radio. Press to go to the next
or previous track when listening to a
media source.
q + or q − (Volume) : Press to
increase or decrease the volume.
Windshield Wiper with Rainsense
(AUTO Shown)
( : If equipped with a heated
steering wheel, press to turn on or
off. A light near the button displays
when the feature is turned on.
The steering wheel takes about
three minutes to start heating.
Horn
Press a on the steering wheel pad
to sound the horn.
Windshield Wiper with Intermittent
Wipes (INT Shown)
With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START,
move the windshield wiper lever to
select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
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LO : Use for slow wipes.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the
wiper motor.
Wipe Parking
105
Keep this area of the windshield
clear of debris to allow for best
system performance.
If the ignition is changed to LOCK/
OFF while the wipers are on LO, HI,
or INT, they will immediately stop.
INT : Use for intermittent wipes or
Rainsense™, if equipped and
enabled. To adjust wipe frequency,
turn the band up for more frequent
wipes or down for less frequent
wipes. If Rainsense™ is enabled,
see “Rainsense” later in this section.
If the windshield wiper lever is then
moved to OFF before the driver
door is opened or within 10 minutes,
the wipers will restart and move to
the base of the windshield.
If the ignition is changed to LOCK/
OFF while the wipers are performing
wipes due to windshield washing or
Rainsense, the wipers continue to
run until they reach the base of the
windshield.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
Rainsense™
1x : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several
wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
If equipped with Rainsense, a
sensor located near the top center
of the windshield detects the
amount of water on the windshield
and automatically controls the
frequency of the windshield wiper.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper
blades before using them. If frozen
to the windshield, carefully loosen or
thaw them. Damaged blades should
be replaced. See Wiper Blade
Replacement 0 329.
When Rainsense is enabled, the
normal intermittent control operates
as a sensitivity control.
AUTO : Move the windshield wiper
lever to AUTO. Turn the band on the
wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
. Turn the band up for more
sensitivity to moisture.
. Turn the band down for less
sensitivity to moisture.
. Move the windshield wiper lever
out of the AUTO position to
deactivate Rainsense.
To enable or disable this feature,
see “Rainsense Wipers” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
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Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash,
move the windshield wiper lever to
OFF. This disables the automatic
Rainsense windshield wipers and/or
manual windshield wipers.
With Rainsense, if the transmission
is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle
speed is very slow, the wipers will
automatically stop at the base of the
windshield.
The wiper operations return to
normal when the transmission is no
longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle
speed has increased.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers.
The wipers will continue until the
lever is released or the maximum
wash time is reached. When the
windshield wiper lever is released,
additional wipes may occur
depending on how long the
windshield washer had been
activated. See Washer Fluid 0 324
for information on filling the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
{ Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
Rear Window Wiper/
Washer
The ignition must be in the ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position
to operate the rear window wiper/
washer.
Rear Wiper with Rainsense
Shown, without Rainsense Similar
Turn the end of the windshield wiper
lever to operate the rear window
wiper/washer.
OFF : Turns the system off.
INT : Intermittent wipes.
ON : Slow wipes.
Z : Push the windshield wiper
lever forward to spray washer fluid
on the rear window. The lever
automatically returns to its original
position when released.
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{ Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
Reverse Gear Wipes
If the rear wiper control is off, the
rear wiper will automatically operate
continuously when the shift lever is
in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing low
or high speed wipes. If the rear
wiper control is off, the shift lever is
in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing
interval wipes, then the rear wiper
automatically performs interval
wipes.
This feature can be turned on or off.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
The windshield washer reservoir is
used for the windshield and rear
window. Check the fluid level if
either washer is not working. See
Washer Fluid 0 324.
Headlamp Washer
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To set the time:
If equipped with headlamp washers,
they are located to the side of the
headlamps.
1. Touch SETTINGS from the
Home Page, then touch Time
and Date.
The headlamps must be on in order
to use the headlamp washers. If the
headlamps are not on, only the
windshield will be washed.
2. Touch Set Time and touch «
or ª to increase or decrease
hours, minutes, and AM or PM.
Touch 12–24 Hr for 12 or
24 hour clock.
Pull the wiper lever toward you and
hold briefly to activate. The
headlamp washers will spray once,
pause, and spray again. The
headlamp washers will spray again
after five windshield wash cycles.
To refill the windshield washer fluid,
see Washer Fluid 0 324.
3. Touch } to go back to the
previous menu.
Auto Set requires an OnStar
subscription.
Clock
If auto timing is set, the time
displayed on the clock may not
update immediately when driving
into a new time zone.
Setting the Digital Clock
To set the date:
The infotainment system controls
are used to access the time and
date settings through the menu
system. See “Using the System” in
the infotainment manual.
1. Touch SETTINGS from the
Home Page, then touch Time
and Date.
2. Touch Set Date and touch «
or ª to increase or decrease
month, day, or year.
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3. Touch } to go back to the
previous menu.
To set the clock display:
1. Touch SETTINGS and touch
Time and Date.
2. Touch Clock Display and touch
OFF or ON to turn the clock
display off or on.
3. Touch } to go back to the
previous menu.
Setting the Analog Clock
The clock on the center stack is not
connected to any other vehicle
system. To adjust the time:
1. Press and hold the button next
to the clock to quickly advance
the time.
2. Press and release the button to
increase the time by
one-minute intervals.
Power Outlets
The vehicle has four 12-volt
accessory power outlets, which can
be used to plug in electrical
equipment, such as a cell phone or
MP3 player.
There are power outlets:
. On the center floor console.
.
Inside the center floor console.
.
On the rear of the center floor
console.
.
In the rear cargo area.
To use the outlet, remove the cover.
Caution
Leaving electrical equipment
plugged in for an extended period
of time while the vehicle is off will
drain the battery. Always unplug
electrical equipment when not in
use and do not plug in equipment
that exceeds the maximum
20 amp rating.
{ Warning
Power is always supplied to the
rear cargo power outlet. Do not
leave electrical equipment
plugged in when the vehicle is not
in use because the vehicle could
catch fire and cause injury or
death.
Certain accessory plugs may not be
compatible with the accessory
power outlet and could overload
vehicle and adapter fuses. If a
problem is experienced, see your
dealer.
When adding electrical equipment,
be sure to follow the proper
installation instructions included with
the equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0 308 or
Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 308.
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indicator light turns off. To reset the
circuit, unplug the item and plug it
back in or turn the Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) off and
then back on. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 264. The
power restarts when equipment
using 400 watts or less is plugged
into the outlet and a system fault is
not detected.
Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty. The power
outlets are designed for
accessory power plugs only, such
as cell phone charge cords.
Power Outlet 110/120 Volt
Alternating Current
If equipped, this power outlet can be
used to plug in electrical equipment
that uses a maximum limit of 400
watts.
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The power outlet is on the rear of
the center console.
An indicator light on the outlet turns
on to show it is in use. The light
comes on when the ignition is in
ON/RUN and equipment requiring
less than 400 watts is plugged into
the outlet, and no system fault is
detected.
The indicator light does not come on
when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or
if the equipment is not fully seated
into the outlet.
If equipment is connected using
more than 400 watts or a system
fault is detected, a protection circuit
shuts off the power supply and the
The power outlet is not designed for
the following and may not work
properly if they are plugged in:
. Equipment with high initial peak
wattage, such as
compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools.
. Other equipment requiring an
extremely stable power supply,
such as
microcomputer-controlled
electric blankets and touch
sensor lamps.
. Medical equipment.
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Warning Lights,
Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can
signal that something is wrong
before it becomes serious enough
to cause an expensive repair or
replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could
prevent injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly
when the engine is started to
indicate they are working. When
one of the warning lights comes on
and stays on while driving, or when
one of the gauges shows there may
be a problem, check the section that
explains what to do. Waiting to do
repairs can be costly and even
dangerous.
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Instrument Cluster
Base Level English Shown, Metric Similar
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Uplevel English Shown, Metric Similar
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Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area
in the center of the instrument
cluster.
displays. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 128
or Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Uplevel) 0 131.
.
Audio
.
Phone
.
Navigation
.
Settings
Audio
Press V to select the Audio app,
then press T to enter the Audio
menu. In the Audio menu, browse
for music, select from the favorites,
or change the audio source.
Use the right steering wheel control
to open and scroll through the
different items and displays.
Press S to access the cluster
applications. Use y or z to scroll
through the list of available
applications. Not all applications will
be available on all vehicles.
. Info App. This is where you can
view the selected Driver
Information Center (DIC)
Phone
Press V to select the Phone app,
then press T to enter the Phone
menu. In the Phone menu, if there is
no active phone call, view recent
calls, scroll through contacts,
or select from the favorites. If there
is an active call, mute or unmute the
phone or switch to handset or
handsfree operation.
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Navigation
Press V to select the Navigation
app, then press T to enter the
Navigation menu. If there is no
active route, you can resume the
last route and turn the voice
prompts on/off. If there is an active
route, press V to cancel route
guidance or turn the voice prompts
on/off.
Settings
Press V to select the Settings app.
Use y or z to scroll through items
in the Settings menu.
Units : Press T while Units is
displayed to enter the Units menu.
Choose US or Metric units by
pressing V while the desired item is
highlighted.
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Info Pages : Press T while Info
Pages is displayed to enter the Info
Pages menu and select the items to
be displayed in the Info App. See
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) 0 128 or Driver
Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0 131.
Speedometer
Speed Warning : The Speed
Warning display allows the driver to
set a speed that they do not want to
exceed. To set the Speed Warning,
press T when Speed Warning is
displayed. Press y or z to adjust
the value. Press V to set the speed.
Once the speed is set, this feature
can be turned off by pressing V
while viewing this page. If the
selected speed limit is exceeded, a
pop-up warning is displayed with a
chime.
The odometer shows how far the
vehicle has been driven, in either
kilometers or miles.
Software Information (Uplevel
Cluster) : Displays the open source
software information.
The speedometer shows the
vehicle's speed in either kilometers
per hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph).
Odometer
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far
the vehicle has been driven since
the trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and
reset through the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See Driver
Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 128 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 131.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine
speed in revolutions per
minute (rpm).
For vehicles with the Stop/Start
system, when the ignition is in ON/
RUN, the tachometer indicates the
vehicle status. When pointing to
AUTO STOP, the engine is off but
the vehicle is on and can move. The
engine could auto start at any time.
When the indicator points to OFF,
the vehicle is off.
When the engine is on, the
tachometer will indicate the engine’s
revolutions per minute (rpm). The
tachometer may vary by several
hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop
mode, when the engine is shutting
off and restarting.
A slight bump may be felt when the
transmission is determining the
most fuel efficient operating range.
Caution
If the engine is operated with the
rpm’s in the warning area at the
high end of the tachometer, the
vehicle could be damaged, and
the damage would not be covered
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by the vehicle warranty. Do not
operate the engine with the rpm’s
in the warning area.
Fuel Gauge
Base Level English
Uplevel English
When the ignition is on, the fuel
gauge shows about how much fuel
is left in the tank.
An arrow on the fuel gauge
indicates the side of the vehicle the
fuel door is on.
When the vehicle's fuel level
becomes low, a message appears
in the Driver Information Center
(DIC) and a single chime sounds.
See Fuel System Messages 0 140.
Base Level Metric
Uplevel Metric
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Here are four things that some
owners ask about. None of these
show a problem with the fuel gauge:
. At the service station, the fuel
pump shuts off before the gauge
reads full.
. It takes a little more or less fuel
to fill up than the gauge
indicated. For example, the
gauge may have indicated the
tank was half full, but it actually
took a little more or less than
half the tank's capacity to fill
the tank.
. The gauge moves a little while
turning a corner or speeding up.
. The gauge takes a few seconds
to stabilize after the ignition is
turned on, and will go back to
empty when the ignition is
turned off.
Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge
Base Level English
Base Level Metric
Uplevel Metric
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Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder
Light
There is a driver safety belt
reminder light on the instrument
cluster.
Uplevel English
This gauge shows the engine
coolant temperature.
If the indicator needle moves to the
hot side of the gauge toward the
shaded area, the engine is too hot.
If the vehicle has been operated
under normal driving conditions, pull
off the road, stop the vehicle, and
turn off the engine as soon as
possible.
When the vehicle is started, this
light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind the driver to fasten
their safety belt. Then the light stays
on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle may continue several
times if the driver remains or
becomes unbuckled while the
vehicle is moving.
If the driver safety belt is buckled,
neither the light nor the chime
comes on.
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Passenger Safety Belt
Reminder Light
The vehicle may also have a
passenger safety belt reminder light.
When the vehicle is started, this
light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind passengers to fasten
their safety belt. Then the light stays
on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle continues several times if
the front passenger remains or
becomes unbuckled while the
vehicle is moving.
If the front passenger safety belt is
buckled, neither the chime nor the
light comes on.
The front passenger safety belt
reminder light and chime may turn
on if an object is put on the seat
such as a briefcase, handbag,
grocery bag, laptop, or other
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electronic device. To turn off the
reminder light and/or chime, remove
the object from the seat or buckle
the safety belt.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an
electrical problem with the airbag
system. The system check includes
the airbag sensor(s), the passenger
sensing system, the pretensioners,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and
the crash sensing and diagnostic
module. For more information on the
airbag system, see Airbag
System 0 65.
{ Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or
comes on while driving, it means
the airbag system might not be
working properly. The airbags in
the vehicle might not inflate in a
crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid
injury, have the vehicle serviced
right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag
system, a Driver Information Center
(DIC) message may also come on.
See Airbag System
Messages 0 143.
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The airbag readiness light comes on
for several seconds when the
vehicle is started. If the light does
not come on then, have it fixed
immediately.
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 72 for important
safety information. The overhead
console has a passenger airbag
status indicator.
United States
Canada and Mexico
When the vehicle is started, the
passenger airbag status indicator
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
for on and off for several seconds
as a system check. Then, after
several more seconds, the status
indicator will light either ON or OFF,
or the on or off symbol to let you
know the status of the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag.
If the word ON or the on symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the front
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outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag are allowed to
inflate.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is
lit on the airbag status indicator, it
means that the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there
are no lights at all, there may be a
problem with the lights or the
passenger sensing system. See
your dealer for service.
{ Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong
with the airbag system. To help
avoid injury to yourself or others,
have the vehicle serviced right
away. See Airbag Readiness
Light 0 118 for more information,
including important safety
information.
Charging System Light
The charging system light comes on
briefly when the ignition is turned
on, but the engine is not running, as
a check to show the light is working.
The light turns off when the engine
is started. If it does not, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving, there could be a
problem with the electrical charging
system. Have it checked by your
dealer. Driving while this light is on
could drain the battery.
If a short distance must be driven
with the light on, be sure to turn off
all accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
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Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (Check Engine
Light)
This light is part of the vehicle’s
emission control on-board
diagnostic system. If this light is on
while the engine is running, a
malfunction has been detected and
the vehicle may require service. The
light should come on to show that it
is working when the ignition is in
Service Only Mode. See Ignition
Positions 0 259.
Malfunctions are often indicated by
the system before any problem is
noticeable. Being aware of the light
and seeking service promptly when
it comes on may prevent damage.
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Caution
If the vehicle is driven continually
with this light on, the emission
control system may not work as
well, the fuel economy may be
lower, and the vehicle may not
run smoothly. This could lead to
costly repairs that might not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Modifications to the engine,
transmission, exhaust, intake,
or fuel system, or the use of
replacement tires that do not
meet the original tire
specifications, can cause this light
to come on. This could lead to
costly repairs not covered by the
vehicle warranty. This could also
affect the vehicle’s ability to pass
an Emissions Inspection/
Maintenance test. See
Accessories and
Modifications 0 310.
If the light is flashing : A
malfunction has been detected that
could damage the emission control
system and increase vehicle
emissions. Diagnosis and service
may be required.
To help prevent damage, reduce
vehicle speed and avoid hard
accelerations and uphill grades.
If towing a trailer, reduce the
amount of cargo being hauled as
soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash, find a
safe place to park. Turn the vehicle
off and wait at least 10 seconds
before restarting the engine. If the
light is still flashing, follow the
previous guidelines and see your
dealer for service as soon as
possible.
If the light is on steady : A
malfunction has been detected.
Diagnosis and service may be
required.
Check the following:
. A loose or missing fuel cap may
cause the light to come on. See
Filling the Tank 0 299. A few
driving trips with the cap
properly installed may turn the
light off.
.
Poor fuel quality can cause
inefficient engine operation and
poor driveability, which may go
away once the engine is warmed
up. If this occurs, change the
fuel brand. It may require at
least one full tank of the proper
fuel to turn the light off. See
Fuel 0 298.
If the light remains on, see your
dealer.
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs
If the vehicle requires an Emissions
Inspection/Maintenance test, the
test equipment will likely connect to
the vehicle's Data Link
Connector (DLC).
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The DLC is under the instrument
panel to the left of the steering
wheel. Connecting devices that are
not used to perform an Emissions
Inspection/Maintenance test or to
service the vehicle may affect
vehicle operation. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0 308 or
Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 308.
See your dealer if assistance is
needed.
The vehicle may not pass
inspection if:
. The light is on when the engine
is running.
. The light does not come on
when the ignition is in Service
Only Mode.
. Critical emission control systems
have not been completely
diagnosed. If this happens, the
vehicle would not be ready for
inspection and might require
several days of routine driving
before the system is ready for
inspection. This can happen if
the 12-volt battery has recently
been replaced or run down, or if
the vehicle has been recently
serviced.
See your dealer if the vehicle will
not pass or cannot be made ready
for the test.
Brake System Warning
Light
The vehicle brake system consists
of two hydraulic circuits. If one
circuit is not working, the remaining
circuit can still work to stop the
vehicle. For normal braking
performance, both circuits need to
be working.
If the warning light comes on, there
is a brake problem. Have the brake
system inspected right away.
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English
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This light should come on briefly
when the engine is started. If it does
not come on then, have it fixed so it
will be ready to warn you if there is
a problem.
If the light comes on and stays on,
there is a brake problem.
{ Warning
The brake system might not be
working properly if the brake
system warning light is on.
Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after
the vehicle has been pulled off
the road and carefully stopped,
have the vehicle towed for
service.
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Electric Parking Brake
Light
If the light does not come on,
or remains flashing, see your dealer.
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
Service Electric Parking
Brake Light
Metric
English Base
Level
English Uplevel
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
status light comes on when the
parking brake is applied. If the light
continues flashing after the EPB is
released, or while driving, there is a
problem with the EPB system.
A message may also display on the
Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Brake System
Messages 0 137.
The ABS light comes on briefly
when the engine is started.
If this light comes on and stays on,
there is a problem with a system on
the vehicle that is causing the
parking brake system to work at a
reduced level. The vehicle can still
be driven, but should be taken to a
dealer as soon as possible. See
Electric Parking Brake 0 271. If a
message displays in the Driver
Information Center (DIC), see Brake
System Messages 0 137.
If the light does not come on, have it
fixed so it will be ready to warn if
there is a problem.
If the ABS light stays on, turn the
ignition off. If the light comes on
while driving, stop as soon as it is
safely possible and turn the ignition
off. A chime may also sound when
the light comes on steady. Then
start the engine again to reset the
system. If the ABS light stays on,
or comes on again while driving, the
vehicle needs service. If the regular
brake system warning light is not
on, the vehicle still has brakes, but
not antilock brakes. If the regular
brake system warning light is also
on, the vehicle does not have
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antilock brakes and there is a
problem with the regular brakes.
See Brake System Warning
Light 0 121.
without using the turn signal in that
direction. The LKA light will turn
amber.
See Brake System Messages 0 137
for all brake-related DIC messages.
This light is amber and flashes as a
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert, to indicate that the lane
marking has been crossed.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Light
See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 296.
For some vehicles, this light comes
on briefly while starting the vehicle.
If it does not come on, have the
vehicle serviced.
For vehicles with the uplevel cluster,
this light may not come on when
starting the vehicle.
This light is green if LKA is available
to assist.
LKA may assist by gently turning
the steering wheel if the vehicle
approaches a detected lane marking
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
If equipped, this indicator will
display green when a vehicle is
detected ahead and amber when
you are following a vehicle ahead
much too closely.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 290.
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Traction Off Light
This light comes on briefly while
starting the engine. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer. If the system is working
normally, the indicator light then
turns off.
The traction off light comes on when
the Traction Control System (TCS)
has been turned off by pressing and
releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak
button.
This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
light come on when StabiliTrak is
turned off.
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not
limited. Adjust driving accordingly.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 273.
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StabiliTrak® OFF Light
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 273.
Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
Light
This light comes on briefly while
starting the engine. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer.
This light comes on when the
StabiliTrak system is turned off.
If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction
Control System (TCS) is also off.
If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the
system does not assist in controlling
the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and
the StabiliTrak systems, and the
warning light turns off.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 273.
This light comes on briefly when the
engine is started.
If the light does not come on, have
the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally,
the indicator light turns off.
If the light is on and not flashing, the
TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak
system have been disabled.
A Driver Information Center (DIC)
message may display. Check the
DIC messages to determine which
feature(s) is no longer functioning
and whether the vehicle requires
service. See Ride Control System
Messages 0 143.
If the light is on and flashing, the
TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system
is actively working.
This light comes on briefly while
starting the vehicle.
If it does not, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally the
indicator light goes off.
Caution
The engine coolant temperature
warning light indicates that the
vehicle has overheated. Driving
with this light on can damage the
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engine and it may not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. See
Engine Overheating 0 323.
The engine coolant temperature
warning light comes on when the
engine has overheated.
If this happens, pull over and turn
off the engine as soon as possible.
See Engine Overheating 0 323.
Tire Pressure Light
When the Light Is On Steady
This indicates that one or more of
the tires are significantly
underinflated.
A Driver Information Center (DIC)
tire pressure message may also
display. See Tire Messages 0 144.
Stop as soon as possible, and
inflate the tires to the pressure value
shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See Tire
Pressure 0 346.
When the Light Flashes First and
Then Is On Steady
If the light flashes for about a minute
and then stays on, there may be a
problem with the TPMS. If the
problem is not corrected, the light
will come on at every ignition cycle.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 348.
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this light
comes on briefly when the engine is
started. It provides information
about tire pressures and the TPMS.
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Engine Oil Pressure Light
Caution
Lack of proper engine oil
maintenance can damage the
engine. Driving with the engine oil
low can also damage the engine.
The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Check
the oil level as soon as possible.
Add oil if required, but if the oil
level is within the operating range
and the oil pressure is still low,
have the vehicle serviced. Always
follow the maintenance schedule
for changing engine oil.
This light should come on briefly as
the engine is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.
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If the light comes on and stays on, it
means that oil is not flowing through
the engine properly. The vehicle
could be low on oil and might have
some other system problem. See
your dealer.
Security Light
This light comes on when the
high-beam headlamps are in use.
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0 157.
IntelliBeam® Light
Low Fuel Warning Light
The security light should come on
briefly as the engine is started. If it
does not come on, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally, the
indicator light turns off.
This light is near the fuel gauge and
comes on briefly when the ignition is
turned on as a check to show it is
working.
If the light stays on and the engine
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent
system. See Immobilizer
Operation 0 42.
It also comes on when the fuel tank
is low on fuel. The light turns off
when fuel is added. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced.
High-Beam On Light
This light comes on when the
IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is
enabled.
See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 155.
Adaptive Forward
Lighting (AFL) Light
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This light should come on briefly as
the vehicle is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer. For vehicles with an
uplevel cluster, this light is in the
display area and may not come on
when the ignition is turned on.
This light comes on solid when
there is a problem with the AFL
system. It flashes when the system
is switching between lighting
modes. See Adaptive Forward
Lighting (AFL) 0 158.
If the battery has recently been run
down or replaced, the Adaptive
Forward Lighting (AFL) light or
STEERING ASSIST IS REDUCED
DIC message may remain on. This
is normal and there is no loss of
power steering or AFL performance.
If the light or DIC message
continues to display after normal
driving, take the vehicle to your
dealer for service. See Steering
System Messages 0 143.
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Front Fog Lamp Light
Cruise Control Light
If equipped, this light comes on
when the fog lamps are on.
The cruise control light is white
when the cruise control is on and
ready, and turns green when the
cruise control is set and active.
The light goes out when the fog
lamps are turned off. See Fog
Lamps 0 160.
Lamps On Reminder
For vehicles with the lamps on
reminder light, it comes on when the
lights are in use.
See Cruise Control 0 275.
Adaptive Cruise Control Light
This light is white when the Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is
on and ready, and turns green when
the ACC is set and active. See
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 277.
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Information Displays
Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Base Level)
The DIC displays are shown in the
center of the instrument cluster in
the Info App. See Instrument Cluster
0 111. The Info App is only available
when the vehicle is in ON/RUN. The
displays show the status of many
vehicle systems. The controls for
the DIC are on the right steering
wheel control.
S or T : Press S to open
application menus on the left.
Press T to open interaction menus
on the right.
V (Set/Reset) : Press to open a
menu or select a menu item. Press
and hold to reset values on certain
screens.
DIC Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be
turned on or off through the
Settings app.
1. Press S to access the cluster
applications.
For vehicles equipped with this light,
it comes on when a door is open or
not securely latched. Before driving,
check that all doors are properly
closed. See Door Ajar Messages
0 138 for more information.
2. Press y or z to scroll to the
Settings application.
3. Press V to select the Settings
app, then press T to enter the
Settings menu.
4. Scroll to Info Pages and
press T.
5. Select Edit List.
y or z : Press to move up or
down in a list.
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6. Press y or z to move
through the list of possible
information displays.
The trip odometer can be reset by
pressing and holding V while this
display is active.
7. Press V while an item is
highlighted to select or
deselect that item. When an
item is selected, a checkmark
will appear next to it.
The Average Fuel Economy display
shows the approximate average
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km)
or miles per gallon (mpg). This
number is calculated based on the
number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded
since the last time this menu item
was reset. This number reflects only
the approximate average fuel
economy that the vehicle has right
now, and will change as driving
conditions change. The Average
Fuel Economy can be reset by
pressing and holding V while this
display is active.
DIC Info Pages
The following is the list of all
possible DIC info page displays.
Some may not be available for your
particular vehicle. Some items may
not be turned on by default but can
be turned on through the Settings
app. See “DIC Info Page Options”
earlier in this section.
Current Speed : Displays the
vehicle speed in kilometers per
hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Trip A and Average Fuel Economy
or Trip B and Average Fuel
Economy : The Trip display shows
the current distance traveled, in
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since
the trip odometer was last reset.
Fuel Range and Instantaneous
Fuel Economy : Displays the
approximate distance the vehicle
can be driven without refueling.
LOW will be displayed when the
vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel
range estimate is based on an
average of the vehicle's fuel
economy over recent driving history
and the amount of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank.
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Also displays the current fuel
economy in liters per
100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles
per gallon (mpg). This number
reflects only the approximate fuel
economy that the vehicle has right
now and changes frequently as
driving conditions change.
Average Speed : Displays the
average speed of the vehicle in
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). This average is
calculated based on the various
vehicle speeds recorded since the
last reset of this value. The average
speed can be reset by pressing and
holding V while this display is
active.
Timer : To start the timer, press V
while this display is active. The
display will show the amount of time
that has passed since the timer was
last reset. To stop the timer, press V
briefly while this display is active
and the timer is running. To reset
the timer to zero, press and hold V
while this display is active.
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Oil Life : Displays an estimate of
the oil's remaining useful life.
If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of the
current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is low,
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message will appear on the display.
See Engine Oil Messages 0 139.
The oil should be changed as soon
as possible. See Engine Oil 0 314.
In addition to the engine oil life
system monitoring the oil life,
additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance
Schedule. See Maintenance
Schedule 0 382.
The Oil Life display must be reset
after each oil change. It will not
reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life
display accidentally at any time
other than when the oil has just
been changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil change.
To reset the engine oil life system,
press and hold V for several
seconds while the Oil Life display is
active. See Engine Oil Life
System 0 316.
Coolant Temperature : Displays
the coolant temperature in degrees
Celsius (°C) or degrees
Fahrenheit (°F).
Tire Pressure : Displays the
approximate pressures of all four
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi). If the pressure is
low, the value for that tire is shown
in amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0 347 and Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0 348.
Battery Voltage : Displays the
current battery voltage. The battery
voltage can fluctuate while viewing
this information on the DIC. This is
normal.
Follow Distance Indicator/Gap
Setting : The current follow time to
the vehicle ahead is displayed as a
time value on this page when ACC
is not engaged. When ACC has
been engaged, the Follow Distance
Indicator page switches to the Gap
Setting page. This page shows the
current gap setting along with the
vehicle ahead indicator.
Best Average Fuel Economy : The
right hand side displays the best
average fuel economy (AFE) that is
achieved for a selected distance.
The left hand side displays a
running average of fuel economy for
the most recently traveled selected
distance. The center bar graph
displays the instantaneous fuel
economy. Quickly press the V
button to display a page for
selecting one of the distance
options. Move the up/down arrow to
choose the selection, and V to
change the setting. When viewing
best AFE, a several second press
and hold of V will reset the best
value. The best value will show “- -“ until the selected distance has
been traveled. The display provides
feedback on how current driving
behavior in the bar graph affects the
running average in the left display
and how well recent driving
compares to the best that has been
achieved.
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Speed Signs : Displays sign
information, which comes from a
roadway database in the onboard
navigation.
Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Uplevel)
The DIC displays are shown in the
center of the instrument cluster in
the Info App. See Instrument Cluster
0 111. The Info App is only available
when the vehicle is in ON/RUN. The
displays show the status of many
vehicle systems. The controls for
the DIC are on the right steering
wheel control.
y or z : Press to move up or
S or T : Press S to open
5. Press y or z to move
through the list of possible
information displays.
application menus on the left.
Press T to open interaction menus
on the right.
6. Press V while an item is
highlighted to select or
deselect that item.
down in a list.
V (Set/Reset) : Press to open a
menu or select a menu item. Press
and hold to reset values on certain
screens.
DIC Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be
turned on or off through the
Settings app.
1. Press S to access the cluster
applications.
2. Press y or z to scroll to the
Settings application.
3. Press V to select the Settings
app, then press T to enter the
Settings menu.
4. Scroll to Info Pages and
press T.
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The following is the list of all
possible DIC info page displays.
Some may not be available for your
particular vehicle. Some items may
not be turned on by default but can
be turned on through the Settings
app. See “DIC Info Page Options”
earlier in this section.
Trip A or Trip B with Average Fuel
Economy and Average Speed :
The Trip display shows the current
distance traveled, in kilometers (km)
or miles (mi), since the trip odometer
was last reset. The trip odometer
can be reset by pressing and
holding V while this display is
active.
The Average Fuel Economy display
shows the approximate average
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km)
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or miles per gallon (mpg). This
number is calculated based on the
number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded
since the last time this menu item
was reset. This number reflects only
the approximate average fuel
economy that the vehicle has right
now, and will change as driving
conditions change. The Average
Fuel Economy can be reset by
pressing and holding V while this
display is active.
average of the vehicle's fuel
economy over recent driving history
and the amount of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank.
The Average Speed display shows
the average speed of the vehicle in
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). This average is
calculated based on the various
vehicle speeds recorded since the
last reset of this value. The average
speed can be reset by pressing and
holding V while this display is
active.
Oil Life : Displays an estimate of
the oil's remaining useful life.
If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of the
current oil life remains.
Fuel Range and Instantaneous
Fuel Economy : Displays the
approximate distance the vehicle
can be driven without refueling.
LOW will be displayed when the
vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel
range estimate is based on an
Displays the current fuel economy in
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km)
or miles per gallon (mpg). This
number reflects only the
approximate fuel economy that the
vehicle has right now and changes
frequently as driving conditions
change.
When the remaining oil life is low,
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message will appear on the display.
See Engine Oil Messages 0 139.
The oil should be changed as soon
as possible. See Engine Oil 0 314.
In addition to the engine oil life
system monitoring the oil life,
additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance
Schedule. See Maintenance
Schedule 0 382.
The Oil Life display must be reset
after each oil change. It will not
reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life
display accidentally at any time
other than when the oil has just
been changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil change.
To reset the engine oil life system,
press and hold V for several
seconds while the Oil Life display is
active. See Engine Oil Life
System 0 316.
Tire Pressure : Displays the
approximate pressures of all four
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi). If the pressure is
low, the value for that tire is shown
in amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0 347 and Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0 348.
Fuel Economy : The right hand
side displays the best average fuel
economy (AFE) that is achieved for
a selected distance. The left hand
side displays a running average of
fuel economy for the most recently
traveled selected distance. The
center bar graph displays the
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instantaneous fuel economy.
Quickly press the V button to
display a page for selecting one of
the distance options. Move the up/
down arrow to choose the selection,
and V to change the setting. When
viewing best AFE, a several second
press and hold of V will reset the
best value. The best value will show
“- - -“ until the selected distance has
been traveled. The display provides
feedback on how current driving
behavior in the bar graph affects the
running average in the left display
and how well recent driving
compares to the best that has been
achieved.
Speed Limit : Displays sign
information, which comes from a
roadway database in the onboard
navigation.
Follow Distance Indicator/Gap
Setting : The current follow time to
the vehicle ahead is displayed as a
time value on this page when ACC
is not engaged. When ACC has
been engaged, the Follow Distance
Indicator page switches to the Gap
Setting page. This page shows the
current gap setting along with the
vehicle ahead indicator.
ECO Index : The bar graph on the
left hand side provides feedback on
the efficiency of current driving
behavior. The graph shows
a percentage value that is based on
current fuel consumption compared
to what is expected from the vehicle
with good and bad driving habits.
Each box represents 10%, with all
boxes filled being 100%. More
economical driving will result in
being in the ECO box.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy is also
shown on the right hand side. This
display cannot be reset.
Blank Page : This page shows no
information.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
{ Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or
too high in your field of view, it
may take you more time to see
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things you need to see when it is
dark outside. Be sure to keep the
HUD image dim and placed low in
your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some
information concerning the
operation of the vehicle is projected
onto the windshield. The image is
projected through the HUD lens on
top of the instrument panel. The
information appears as an image
focused out toward the front of the
vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image
as a parking aid, you may
misjudge the distance and
damage your vehicle. Do not use
the HUD image as a parking aid.
The HUD information can be
displayed in various languages in
some vehicles. The speedometer
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reading and other numerical values
can be displayed in either English or
metric units.
The language selection is changed
through the radio and the units of
measurement is changed through
the instrument cluster. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 146 and “Cluster
Menu” under Instrument
Cluster 0 111.
.
Tachometer
.
Audio
1. Adjust the driver seat.
.
Phone
2. Start the engine.
.
Navigation
.
Collision Alert
3. Use the following settings to
adjust the HUD.
.
Cruise Control
.
Lane Departure
.
Low Fuel
Some vehicle messages or alerts
displayed in the HUD may be
cleared by using the steering wheel
controls. See Vehicle
Messages 0 136.
$ : Press down or lift up to center
the HUD image. The HUD image
can only be adjusted up and down,
not side to side.
!:
Press to select the display
view. Each press will change the
display view.
D : Lift up and hold to brighten
the display. Press down and hold to
dim the display. Hold down to turn
the display off.
The HUD image will automatically
dim and brighten to compensate for
outside lighting. The HUD
brightness control can also be
adjusted as needed.
HUD Display on the Vehicle
Windshield
The HUD may display some of the
following vehicle information and
vehicle messages or alerts:
. Speed
To adjust the HUD image:
The HUD control is to the left of the
steering wheel.
The HUD image can temporarily
light up depending on the angle and
position of the sunlight on the HUD
display. This is normal.
Polarized sunglasses could make
the HUD image harder to see.
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HUD Views
There are four views in the HUD.
Some vehicle information and
vehicle messages or alerts may be
displayed in any view.
Metric
Metric
Metric
English
Speed View : This display gives the
speedometer reading (in English or
metric units), speed limit, Adaptive
Cruise Control speed, Lane
Departure Warning, and vehicle
ahead indicator. Some information
only appears on vehicles that have
these features, and when they are
active.
English
English
Audio/Phone View : This displays
the speed view along with audio/
phone information. The current radio
station, media type, and incoming
calls will be displayed.
Navigation View : This display
includes the information in the
speed view along with Turn-by-Turn
Navigation information in some
vehicles. The compass heading is
displayed when navigation routing is
not active.
All HUD views may briefly display
audio information when the driver
uses the steering wheel controls to
adjust the audio settings appearing
in the instrument cluster.
Incoming phone calls appearing in
the instrument cluster may also
display in any HUD view.
Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts
shown in the instrument cluster may
also be displayed in any HUD view.
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Metric
English
Performance View : This displays
the speedometer reading, rpm
reading, transmission positions, and
gear shift indicator.
Care of the HUD
Clean the inside of the windshield to
remove any dirt or film that could
reduce the sharpness or clarity of
the HUD image.
Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth
sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe
the lens gently, then dry it.
HUD Troubleshooting
Vehicle Messages
Check that:
. Nothing is covering the
HUD lens.
. HUD brightness setting is not
too dim or too bright.
. HUD is adjusted to the proper
height.
. Polarized sunglasses are
not worn.
. Windshield and HUD lens are
clean.
Messages displayed on the DIC
indicate the status of the vehicle or
some action that may be needed to
correct a condition. Multiple
messages may appear one after
another.
If the HUD image is not correct,
contact your dealer.
The windshield is part of the HUD
system. If the windshield needs
replacing, see Windshield
Replacement 0 330.
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be
acknowledged and cleared by
pressing V.
The messages that require
immediate action cannot be cleared
until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken
seriously; clearing the message
does not correct the problem.
The following are the possible
messages and some information
about them.
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Battery Voltage and
Charging Messages
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when the
vehicle has detected that the battery
voltage is dropping beyond a
reasonable point. The battery saver
system starts reducing features of
the vehicle that may be noticed. At
the point that features are disabled,
this message displays. Turn off
unnecessary accessories to allow
the battery to recharge.
LOW BATTERY
This message is displayed when the
battery voltage is low. See Battery North America 0 326.
SERVICE BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
This message is displayed when
there is a fault in the battery
charging system. Take the vehicle to
your dealer for service.
TRANSPORT MODE ON
This message is displayed when the
vehicle is in transport mode. Some
features can be disabled while in
this mode, including Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE), remote start,
and the vehicle alarm system. Take
the vehicle to your dealer for service
to turn transport mode off.
Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message displays when the
brake fluid level is low. See Brake
Fluid 0 325.
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message displays if the Electric
Parking Brake is on while the
vehicle is in motion. Release it
before attempting to drive. See
Electric Parking Brake 0 271.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays when there
is a problem with the brake boost
system. When this message
displays, the brake pedal may be
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harder to push and the stopping
distance may be longer. See your
dealer for service.
SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message displays when there
is a problem with the Electric
Parking Brake. See your dealer for
service.
STEP ON BRAKE TO
RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message displays when
attempting to release the Electric
Parking Brake without the brake
pedal applied. See Electric Parking
Brake 0 271.
Cruise Control Messages
ADAPTIVE CRUISE
DISENGAGING
This message displays when the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is
disengaging.
This may occur when:
. The radar is not clean. Keep the
radar sensors free of mud, dirt,
snow, ice, and slush. Clean the
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entire front and/or rear of the
vehicle. For cleaning
instructions, see Exterior
Care 0 371.
.
There is no traffic or other
objects to detect.
This can occur under the following
conditions:
. The radar is not clean. Keep the
radar sensors free of mud, dirt,
snow, ice, and slush. Clean the
entire front and/or rear of the
vehicle. For cleaning
instructions, see Exterior
Care 0 371.
. Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the radar object detection or
camera performance.
.
There is a fault in the system.
CRUISE SET TO XXX
.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the radar object detection or
camera performance.
.
Stability Control or Traction
Control has activated or been
disabled.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET
TO XXX
This message displays when the
cruise control speed is set. See
Cruise Control 0 275.
This message displays when the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
speed is set. See Adaptive Cruise
Control 0 277.
NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS
PEDAL APPLIED
ADAPTIVE CRUISE
TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when
attempting to activate Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) when it is
temporarily unavailable. The ACC
system does not need service.
This message displays when
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is
active and the driver is pressing the
gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC
will not brake. See Adaptive Cruise
Control 0 277.
SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL
This message displays when the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
needs service. Take the vehicle to
your dealer.
SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE
EXITING
This message may display if
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is
engaged holding the vehicle at a
stop, and the driver attempts to exit
the vehicle. Put the vehicle in
P (Park) before exiting.
Door Ajar Messages
DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime
may sound if a door is not fully
closed. Stop and turn off the
vehicle, check the door for
obstructions, and close the door
again. Check to see if the message
still appears on the DIC.
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HOOD OPEN
This message displays and a chime
may sound if the hood is not fully
closed. Stop and turn off the
vehicle, check the hood for
obstructions, and close the hood
again. Check to see if the message
still appears on the DIC.
REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message will display when the
liftgate is open. Close the liftgate
completely.
Engine Cooling System
Messages
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH
ENGINE TEMP
This message displays when the
engine coolant becomes hotter than
the normal operating temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning
compressor automatically turns off.
When the coolant temperature
returns to normal, the air
conditioning compressor turns back
on. The vehicle can continue to be
driven.
If this message continues to appear,
have the system repaired by your
dealer as soon as possible to avoid
damage to the engine.
ENGINE OVERHEATED —
IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when the
engine coolant temperature is too
hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
idle until it cools down.
ENGINE OVERHEATED —
STOP ENGINE
This message displays and a
continuous chime sounds if the
engine cooling system reaches
unsafe temperatures for operation.
Stop and turn off the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
severe damage. This message
clears when the engine has cooled
to a safe operating temperature.
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HIGH COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
This message displays if the coolant
temperature is hot. See Engine
Overheating 0 323.
Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when the
engine oil needs to be changed.
When you change the engine oil, be
sure to reset the oil life system. See
Engine Oil Life System 0 316, Driver
Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 128 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 131,
Engine Oil 0 314, and Maintenance
Schedule 0 382.
ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays when the
engine oil temperature is too hot.
Stop and allow the vehicle to idle
until it cools down.
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ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this message
displays when the engine oil level
may be too low. Check the oil level
before filling to the recommended
level. If the oil is not low and this
message remains on, take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
See Engine Oil 0 314.
OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP
ENGINE
This message displays if low oil
pressure levels occur. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and do not operate it until the cause
of the low oil pressure has been
corrected. Check the oil as soon as
possible and have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the
vehicle's engine power is reduced.
Reduced engine power can affect
the vehicle's ability to accelerate.
If this message is on, but there is no
reduction in performance, proceed
to your destination. The
performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The
vehicle may be driven at a reduced
speed while this message is on, but
maximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, or displays
repeatedly, the vehicle should be
taken to your dealer for service as
soon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when the
vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as
soon as possible.
Key and Lock Messages
NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message displays when the
RKE transmitter battery is weak on
vehicles with Keyless Access. See
“Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 26.
NO REMOTE KEY WAS
DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN
START YOUR VEHICLE
This message displays when trying
to start the vehicle if an RKE
transmitter is not detected. The
transmitter battery may be weak.
See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 26.
REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the
battery in the RKE transmitter needs
to be replaced. See “Battery
Replacement” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 26.
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Object Detection System
Messages
AUTOMATIC COLLISION
PREP OFF
This message displays when the
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System has been turned off. See
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System 0 292.
AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP
REDUCED
This message displays when the
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System has been set to the Alert
setting. This setting disables most
FAB functions. Some last-second
automatic braking capability is still
provided with the Alert setting, but
braking is less likely to occur. See
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System 0 292.
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AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP
UNAVAILABLE
FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED
CLEAN WINDSHIELD
This message displays when the
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System has been unavailable for
some time. The FAB System does
not need service.
This message displays when the
camera is blocked. Cleaning the
outside of the windshield behind the
rearview mirror may correct the
issue. The Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
and the Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) system will not operate.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and
the Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System may not work or may not
work as well.
This can occur under the following
conditions:
. The front of the vehicle or
windshield is not clean. Keep
these areas clean and free of
mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush.
For cleaning instructions, see
Exterior Care 0 371.
. Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the object detection
performance.
This message may also be
displayed if there is a problem with
the StabiliTrak system.
FORWARD COLLISION
ALERT OFF
This message displays when the
Forward Collision Alert has been
turned off.
LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF
This message indicates that the
driver has turned the Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane
Change Alert (LCA) systems off.
LANE KEEPING ASSIST
UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when the
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system is
temporarily unavailable. The LKA
system does not need service.
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This message could be due to the
camera being blocked. Cleaning the
outside of the windshield behind the
rearview mirror may correct the
issue.
PARK ASSIST OFF
This message displays when the
Parking Assist system has been
turned off or when there is a
temporary condition causing the
system to be disabled.
SERVICE AUTOMATIC
COLLISION PREP
If this message displays, take the
vehicle to your dealer to repair the
system. Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC), Forward Collision Alert
(FCA), and/or the Front Automatic
Braking (FAB) System may not
work. Do not use these systems
until the vehicle has been repaired.
SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST
SYSTEM
If this message displays, take the
vehicle to your dealer to repair the
system.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Front
Automatic Braking (FAB) System,
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing, and/or Lane Keep Assist
(LKA) may not work. Do not use
these systems until the vehicle has
been repaired.
SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on after
continued driving, take the vehicle
to your dealer for service. Do not
use the Lane Keep Assist (LKA),
Lane Departure Warning (LDW),
and Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
features.
SERVICE PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Parking Assist
system. Do not use this system to
help you park. See your dealer for
service.
SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
SYSTEM
If this message remains on after
continued driving, the vehicle needs
service. Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA),
and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
features will not work. Take the
vehicle to your dealer.
SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
UNAVAILABLE
This message indicates that Side
Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane
Change Alert (LCA), and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are
disabled either because the sensor
is blocked and cannot detect
vehicles in the blind zone, or the
vehicle is passing through an open
area, such as the desert, where
there is insufficient data for
operation. This message may also
activate during heavy rain or due to
road spray. The vehicle does not
need service. For cleaning, see
"Washing the Vehicle" under
Exterior Care 0 371.
TAKE STEERING
If LKA does not detect active driver
steering, an alert and chime may be
provided. Move the steering wheel
to dismiss. See Lane Keep Assist
(LKA) 0 296.
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Messages
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your
driving accordingly. See your dealer
for service.
for multiple ignition cycles and on
different road surfaces, see your
dealer for service.
AWD OFF
SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays when the
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System is
temporarily disabled. The system
may disable due to spare tire
installation or a driving condition
that could result in system damage.
The system does not require service
when this message is displayed.
The AWD system will resume
normal operation when driving
conditions permit. See All-Wheel
Drive 0 270.
This message displays if there is a
problem with the StabiliTrak system.
If this message appears, try to reset
the system. Stop; turn off the engine
for at least 15 seconds; then start
the engine again. If this message
still comes on, it means there is a
problem. See your dealer for
service. The vehicle is safe to drive;
however, you do not have the
benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce
your speed and drive accordingly.
Airbag System Messages
SERVICE AWD
STABILITRAK INITIALIZING
This message displays when there
is a problem with the All-Wheel
Drive (AWD) System. See your
dealer for service.
This message may come on if the
StabiliTrak system has not fully
initialized because of road
conditions or the incorrect tire size.
When the StabiliTrak system is fully
initialized, the message will turn off.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 273. If this
message continues to be displayed
SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when there
is a problem with the Traction
Control System (TCS). When this
message is displayed, the system
SERVICE AIRBAG
This message displays if there is a
problem with the airbag system. See
your dealer for service.
Security Messages
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle
detects a tamper condition.
Steering System
Messages
STEERING ASSIST IS
REDUCED
This message may display if a
problem occurs with the electric
power steering system. If this
message appears, steering effort
may be slightly higher than normal.
The vehicle is still safe to drive. Use
caution while in reduced assist
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mode. If this message is persistent
or appears repeatedly, take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
See Steering 0 250.
Tire Messages
If the battery has recently been run
down or replaced, the Adaptive
Forward Lighting (AFL) light or
STEERING ASSIST IS REDUCED
message may remain on. This is
normal and there is no loss of power
steering or AFL performance. If the
light or DIC message continues to
display after normal driving, take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
See Adaptive Forward Lighting
(AFL) Light 0 126.
This message displays if there is a
problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
Pressure Monitor Operation 0 348.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays when there
is a problem with electric power
steering. If this message displays
and a reduction in steering
performance or loss of power
steering assistance is noticed, see
your dealer. See Steering 0 250.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
SYSTEM
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the
system is learning new tires. See
Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 348.
TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
AIR TO TIRE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this
message displays when the
pressure in one or more of the
vehicle's tires is low.
The low tire pressure warning light
will also come on. See Tire
Pressure Light 0 125.
If a tire pressure message displays,
inflate the tires until the tire pressure
is equal to the values shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label.
See Tires 0 338, Vehicle Load
Limits 0 346, and Tire
Pressure 0 346.
More than one tire pressure
message can be received at a time.
The DIC also shows the tire
pressure values. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 128 or Driver Information
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 131.
Transmission Messages
APPLY AND HOLD BRAKE
This message displays along with a
temperature graph when the
transmission clutch overheat
temperature is reached.
INCREASE SPEED OR APPLY
BRAKE
This message displays along with a
temperature graph when the
transmission clutch temperature is
close to reaching an overheated
condition.
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PLEASE WAIT
This message displays along with a
temperature graph when the vehicle
is stopped and shows the actual
clutch temperature and its cooled
down target temperature. This may
take several minutes.
READY TO DRIVE AWAY
This message displays along with a
temperature graph when the clutch
cool down temperature is reached
and the vehicle can be driven.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays if there is a
problem with the transmission. See
your dealer.
SHIFT TO PARK
This message displays when the
transmission needs to be shifted to
P (Park). This may appear when
attempting to remove the key from
the ignition or from the vehicle if the
vehicle is not in P (Park).
TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays and a chime
sounds if the transmission fluid in
the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
transmission fluid temperature high
can cause damage to the vehicle.
Stop the vehicle and let it idle to
allow the transmission to cool. This
message clears when the fluid
temperature reaches a safe level.
Washer Fluid Messages
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD
FLUID
This message may display when the
washer fluid level is low. Fill the
windshield washer reservoir as soon
as possible. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0 313 for
the location of the windshield
washer reservoir. Also, see Washer
Fluid 0 324.
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Window Messages
OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/
PASSENGER WINDOW
This message is displayed when the
window needs to be reprogrammed.
If the vehicle's battery has been
recharged or disconnected, you will
need to program each front window
for the express-up feature to work.
See Power Windows 0 45.
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Vehicle
Personalization
The audio system controls are used
to access the personalization
menus for customizing vehicle
features. See Using the
System 0 167.
The following are all possible
personalization features. Depending
on the vehicle, some may not be
available.
To access the personalization
menus:
1. Select SETTINGS on the
Home page of the infotainment
system display.
Personalization Menus
Valet Mode
The following list of features may be
available:
. Time and Date
To turn Valet Mode on and off, see
“Valet Mode” in Settings 0 227.
.
Language (Language)
.
Valet Mode
To manage the radio features, see
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
.
Radio
Vehicle
.
Vehicle
.
Bluetooth
.
Voice
Select and the following may
display:
. Climate and Air Quality
.
Display
.
Rear Camera
.
Return to Factory Settings
.
Software Information
Radio
.
Collision/Detection Systems
.
Comfort and Convenience
.
Lighting
.
Power Door Locks
.
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
2. Select the desired feature to
display a list of available
options.
Each menu is detailed in the
following information.
3. Select the desired option.
Time and Date
4. Select the desired option
setting.
Manually set the time and date. See
Clock 0 107.
Select and the following may
display:
. Auto Fan Speed
5. Press q BACK to return to the
previous menu.
Language
.
Auto Defog
Select Language, then select from
the available language(s).
.
Auto Rear Defog
Climate and Air Quality
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.
This feature will set the maximum
auto fan speed.
Alert Type
Select Low, Medium, or High.
Auto Defog
When set to On, the front defog will
automatically react to temperature
and humidity conditions that may
cause fogging.
Lane Change Alert
This feature will set crash alerts to
beeps or seat vibrations. This
setting affects all crash alerts
including Forward Collision, Lane
Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise
Control, and Parking Assist alerts.
Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat.
Select Off or On.
Auto Collision Preparation
Auto Rear Defog
This feature will turn on or off the
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and
Front Automatic Braking (FAB). The
Off setting disables all FCA and
FAB functions. With the Alert and
Brake setting, both FCA and FAB
are available. The Alert setting
disables FAB, but some last-second
automatic braking capability is still
provided, though less likely to occur.
See Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System 0 292.
If equipped, this allows the Auto
Rear Defog to be turned on or off.
This feature will automatically turn
on the rear window defogger when it
is cold outside.
Select Off or On.
Collision/Detection Systems
Select and the following may
display:
. Alert Type
Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert.
.
Auto Collision Preparation
Go Notifier
.
Go Notifier
.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
This feature will give a reminder that
Adaptive Cruise Control provides
when it has brought the vehicle to a
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stopping vehicle, and then that
vehicle drives on.
Select Off or On.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
This allows the feature to be turned
on or off.
Select Off or On.
Lane Change Alert
This allows the feature to be turned
on or off.
Select Off or On.
Comfort and Convenience
Select and the following may
display:
. Auto Memory Recall
.
Easy Exit Options
.
Chime Volume
.
Reverse Tilt Mirror
.
Rainsense Wipers
.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
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Auto Memory Recall
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver’s previously stored
1 or 2 button positions when
entering the vehicle. See Memory
Seats 0 53.
Select Off or On.
Easy Exit Options
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver’s previously stored
exit button position when exiting the
vehicle. See Memory Seats 0 53.
Select Off, On-Driver and
Passenger, On-Driver,
or On-Passenger.
Rainsense Wipers
This allows the Rainsense Wipers
feature to be disabled or enabled.
Select Off or On.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
Select Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how
long the exterior lamps stay on
when leaving the vehicle when it is
dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60
Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off. When on and the front
wipers are on, the rear window
wiper will turn on automatically
when the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse).
Power Door Locks
.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows the selection of the
chime volume level.
Select Off or On.
.
Delayed Door Lock
Lighting
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Press + or − to adjust the volume.
Select and the following may
display:
. Vehicle Locator Lights
When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the
door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available.
Select Off or On.
Chime Volume
Reverse Tilt Mirror
When on, the driver, passenger,
or both driver and passenger mirrors
will tilt downward when the vehicle
is shifted to R (Reverse). See
Reverse Tilt Mirrors 0 44.
.
Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior
lamps when K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
pressed to locate the vehicle.
Select and the following may
display:
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Select Off or On.
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Remote Unlock Light Feedback
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
When on, the exterior lamps will
flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Select Off or Flash Lights.
If equipped and turned on, this
feature will turn the heated seats on
when using remote start on
cold days.
Delayed Door Lock
Remote Lock Feedback
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors. To override the
delay, press the power door lock
switch on the door.
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when locking the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or On.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights
Only, or Horn Only.
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Remote Door Unlock
Select and the following may
display:
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback
This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when pressing K on the
RKE transmitter.
.
Remote Lock Feedback
Select All Doors or Driver Door .
.
Remote Door Unlock
Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
.
Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
.
Auto Heated Seats
If equipped and turned on, this
feature will turn the ventilated seats
on when using remote start on
warm days.
.
Passive Door Unlock
.
Passive Door Lock
.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Select Off, On-Driver and
Passenger, or On-Driver.
Select Off or On.
Auto Heated Seats
This feature will enable the heated
seats to turn on after pressing
ENGINE START/STOP when it is
cold outside.
Select OFF or ON.
Passive Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when using the button on
the driver door to unlock the vehicle.
Select All Doors or Driver
Door Only.
Passive Door Lock
This feature can be turned on or off,
or can be used to select feedback.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 26.
Select Off, On with Horn
Chirp, or On.
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Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when
the RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Bluetooth
Ringtones
.
Calibrate Touchscreen
Press to change the ring tone for
the specific phone. The phone does
not need to be connected to change
the ring tone.
.
Turn Display Off
Voice Mail Numbers
.
Device Management
.
Ringtones
This feature displays the voice mail
number for all connected phones.
To change the voice mail number,
select EDIT or press the EDIT
button. Type a new number, then
select SAVE or press the SAVE
button.
.
Voice Mail Numbers
Text Message Alerts
.
Text Message Alerts
This feature allows text messages
to be received. See “Text
Messaging” under “Phone” in the
infotainment manual.
Select and the following may
display:
. Pair New Device
Pair New Device
Select to pair a new device. See
“Pairing” under Bluetooth
(Overview) 0 220 or Bluetooth
(Infotainment Controls) 0 221 or
Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition) 0 224.
Select Off or On.
Voice
See “Voice” in Settings 0 227.
Device Management
Display
Select to connect to a different
phone source, disconnect a phone,
or delete a phone.
Select and the following may
display:
. Theme
Theme
Select to change the color, font, and
art of the display.
Select Contemporary, Mainstreet,
Edge, or Velocity.
Calibrate Touchscreen
Select to calibrate the touchscreen,
then follow the prompts.
Turn Display Off
Select to turn the display off. Press
anywhere on the display area or any
faceplate button to turn the
display on.
Rear Camera
Select and the following may
display:
. Guidance Lines
.
Rear Park Assist Symbols
Guidance Lines
Select to turn Off or On. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0 285.
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Rear Park Assist Symbols
Clear All Private Data
Select to turn Off or On. See
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0 285.
This allows all private information to
be cleared from the vehicle.
Return to Factory Settings
Restore Radio Settings
Select and the following may
display:
. Restore Vehicle Settings
This allows radio settings to be
restored.
.
Clear All Private Data
.
Restore Radio Settings
Restore Vehicle Settings
Select Delete or Cancel.
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Universal Remote
System
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 406.
Universal Remote System
Programming
Select Restore or Cancel.
Software Information
Select to view the infotainment
system current software information.
This allows vehicle settings to be
restored.
Select Restore or Cancel.
If equipped, these buttons are in the
overhead console.
This system can replace up to three
remote control transmitters used to
activate devices such as garage
door openers, security systems, and
home automation devices. These
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instructions refer to a garage door
opener, but can be used for other
devices.
Do not use the Universal Remote
system with any garage door opener
that does not have the stop and
reverse feature. This includes any
garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982.
Read these instructions completely
before programming the Universal
Remote system. It may help to have
another person assist with the
programming process.
Keep the original hand-held
transmitter for use in other vehicles
as well as for future programming.
Erase the programming when
vehicle ownership is terminated.
See “Erasing Universal Remote
System Buttons” later in this
section.
To program a garage door opener,
park outside directly in line with and
facing the garage door opener
receiver. Clear all people and
objects near the garage door.
Make sure the hand-held transmitter
has a new battery for quick and
accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal.
Programming the Universal
Remote System
For questions or help programming
the Universal Remote system, call
1-800-355-3515 or see
www.homelink.com.
Programming involves
time-sensitive actions, and may time
out causing the procedure to be
repeated.
To program up to three devices:
1. Hold the end of the hand-held
transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1
to 3 in) away from the
Universal Remote system
buttons with the indicator light
in view. The hand-held
transmitter was supplied by the
manufacturer of the garage
door opener receiver.
2. At the same time, press and
hold both the hand-held
transmitter button and one of
the three Universal Remote
system buttons to be used to
operate the garage door. Do
not release either button until
the indicator light changes from
a slow to a rapid flash. Then
release both buttons.
Some garage door openers
may require substitution of
Step 2 with the procedure
under “Radio Signals for
Canada and Some Gate
Operators” later in this section.
3. Press and hold the newly
programmed Universal Remote
system button for five seconds
while watching the indicator
light and garage door
activation.
. If the indicator light stays on
continuously or the garage
door moves when the
button is pressed, then
programming is complete.
There is no need to
complete Steps 4–6.
. If the indicator light does
not come on or the garage
door does not move, a
second button press may
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be required. For a second
time, press and hold the
newly programmed button
for five seconds. If the light
stays on or the garage door
moves, programming is
complete.
.
If the indicator light blinks
rapidly for two seconds,
then changes to a solid light
and the garage door does
not move, continue with
programming Steps 4–6.
Learn or Smart Button
4. After completing Steps 1–3,
locate the Learn or Smart
button inside the garage on the
garage door opener receiver.
The name and color of the
button may vary by
manufacturer.
5. Press and release the Learn or
Smart button. Step 6 must be
completed within 30 seconds of
pressing this button.
6. Inside the vehicle, press and
hold the newly programmed
Universal Remote system
button for two seconds and
then release it. If the garage
door does not move or the
lamp on the garage door
opener receiver does not flash,
press and hold the same
button a second time for
two seconds, then release it.
Again, if the door does not
move or the garage door lamp
does not flash, press and hold
the same button a third time for
two seconds, then release it.
The Universal Remote system
should now activate the
garage door.
Repeat the process for
programming the two remaining
buttons.
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Some Gate Operators
For questions or programming help
call 1-800-355-3515 or see
www.homelink.com.
Canadian radio-frequency laws and
some U.S. gate operators require
transmitter signals to time out or quit
after several seconds of
transmission. This may not be long
enough for the Universal Remote
system to pick up the signal during
programming.
If the programming did not work,
replace Step 2 under “Programming
the Universal Remote System” with
the following:
Press and hold the Universal
Remote system button while
pressing and releasing the
hand-held transmitter button every
two seconds until the signal has
been successfully accepted by the
Universal Remote system. The
Universal Remote system indicator
light will flash slowly at first and then
rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under
“Programming the Universal Remote
System” to complete.
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Operation
Using the Universal Remote
System
Press and hold the appropriate
Universal Remote system button for
at least one-half second. The
indicator light will come on while the
signal is being transmitted.
Erasing Universal Remote
System Buttons
Erase all programmed buttons when
vehicle ownership is terminated.
To erase:
1. Press and hold the two outside
buttons until the indicator light
begins to flash. This should
take about 10 seconds.
2. Release both buttons.
Reprogramming a Single
Universal Remote System
Button
To reprogram any of the system
buttons:
1. Press and hold any one of the
buttons. Do not release the
button.
2. The indicator light will begin to
flash after 20 seconds. Without
releasing the button, proceed
with Step 1 under
“Programming the Universal
Remote System.”
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Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 155
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Adaptive Forward
Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Headlamp Leveling Control . . . 158
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 159
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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160
160
161
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Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Power Protection . . . . .
Exterior Lighting Battery
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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162
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The exterior lamp control is on the
instrument panel on the outboard
side of the steering wheel.
Turn the control to the following
positions:
O : Turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO
position after it is released. Turn to
O again to reactivate the
AUTO mode.
AUTO : Automatically turns the
exterior lamps on and off,
depending on outside lighting.
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; : Turns on the parking lamps,
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
2 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.
Intellibeam® System
If equipped, this system turns the
vehicle's high-beam headlamps on
and off according to surrounding
traffic conditions.
The system turns the high-beam
headlamps on when it is dark
enough and there is no other traffic
present.
This light b comes on in the
instrument cluster when the
Intellibeam system is enabled.
Turning On and Enabling
Intellibeam
To enable the Intellibeam system,
with the turn signal lever in the
neutral position, turn the exterior
lamp control to AUTO. The blue
high-beam on light appears on the
instrument cluster when the high
beams are on.
Driving with Intellibeam
The system only activates the high
beams when driving over 40 km/h
(25 mph).
There is a sensor near the top
center of the windshield that
automatically controls the system.
Keep this area of the windshield
clear of debris to allow for best
system performance.
The high-beam headlamps remain
on, under the automatic control,
until one of the following situations
occurs:
. The system detects an
approaching vehicle's
headlamps.
. The system detects a preceding
vehicle's taillamps.
. The outside light is bright
enough that high-beam
headlamps are not required.
. The vehicle's speed drops below
20 km/h (12 mph).
. The Intellibeam system is
disabled by the high/low-beam
changer or the flash-to-pass
feature. If this happens, the high/
low-beam changer must be
activated two times within
two seconds to reactivate the
Intellibeam system. The
instrument cluster light will come
on to indicate the Intellibeam
system is reactivated. See
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0 157 and
Flash-to-Pass 0 157.
The high beams may not turn off
automatically if the system cannot
detect another vehicle's lamps
because of any of the following:
. The other vehicle's lamps are
missing, damaged, obstructed
from view, or otherwise
undetected.
. The other vehicle's lamps are
covered with dirt, snow, and/or
road spray.
. The other vehicle's lamps cannot
be detected due to dense
exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road
spray, mist, or other airborne
obstructions.
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The vehicle's windshield is dirty,
cracked, or obstructed by
something that blocks the view
of the light sensor.
.
The transmission is not in
P (Park).
.
The light sensor determines it is
daytime.
The vehicle is loaded such that
the front end points upward,
causing the light sensor to aim
high and not detect headlamps
and taillamps.
When the DRL system is on, only
the DRL are on. The taillamps,
sidemarker lamps, instrument panel
lights, and other lamps will not
be on.
Driving on winding or hilly roads.
The automatic high-beam
headlamps may need to be disabled
if any of the above conditions exist.
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder
A warning chime sounds if the driver
door is opened while the ignition is
off and the exterior lamps are on.
Headlamp High/
Low-Beam Changer
3 : Push the turn signal lever away
from you and release, to turn the
high beams on. To return to low
beams, push the lever again or pull
it toward you and release.
This indicator light turns on in the
instrument cluster when the
high-beam headlamps are on.
Flash-to-Pass
To flash the high beams, pull the
turn signal lever toward you, and
release.
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL)
DRL can make it easier for others to
see the front of the vehicle during
the day. Fully functional DRL are
required on all vehicles first sold in
Canada.
The DRL system comes on when
the following conditions are met:
. The ignition is on.
.
The exterior lamp control is
in AUTO.
When it begins to get dark, the
automatic headlamp system
switches from DRL to the
headlamps.
To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior
lamp control to the off position and
then release. For vehicles first sold
in Canada, off will only work when
the vehicle is in P (Park).
Automatic Headlamp
System
When the exterior lamp control is
set to AUTO and it is dark enough
outside, the headlamps come on
automatically.
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Lighting
Lights On with Wipers
There is a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Do not cover the
sensor; otherwise the headlamps
will come on when they are not
needed.
The system may also turn on the
headlamps when driving through a
parking garage or tunnel.
When it is bright enough outside,
the headlamps will turn off or may
change to Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL).
The automatic headlamp system
turns off when the exterior lamp
control is turned to O or the ignition
is off.
If the windshield wipers are
activated in daylight with the engine
on, and the exterior lamp control is
in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
lamps, and other exterior lamps
come on. The transition time for the
lamps coming on varies based on
wiper speed. When the wipers are
not operating, these lamps turn off.
Move the exterior lamp control to O
or ; to disable this feature.
Adaptive Forward
Lighting (AFL)
If equipped with the AFL System,
the headlamps pivot horizontally to
provide greater road illumination
while turning.
To enable AFL, set the exterior lamp
control to the AUTO position.
Moving the control out of AUTO will
deactivate the system. AFL will
operate when the vehicle speed is
greater than 3 km/h (2 mph). AFL
will not operate when the
transmission is in R (Reverse). AFL
is not immediately operable after
starting the vehicle; driving a short
distance is required to calibrate the
AFL. See Exterior Lamp
Controls 0 155.
Headlamp Leveling
Control
Automatic Headlamp Leveling
If equipped, the level of the
headlamps is adjusted automatically
based on the vehicle load.
Headlamp aiming is important to
safe driving. If the headlamps
require aiming or the automatic
headlamp leveling system is
malfunctioning, see your dealer for
service.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
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The turn and lane-change signal
can be turned off manually by
moving the lever back to its original
position.
If after signaling a turn or lane
change, the arrow flashes rapidly or
does not come on, a signal bulb
may be burned out.
Replace any burned out bulbs. If a
bulb is not burned out, check the
fuse. See Fuses and Circuit
Breakers 0 333.
Move the lever all the way up or
down to signal a turn.
| : Press this button to make the
front and rear turn signal lamps
flash on and off. Press again to turn
the flashers off.
The hazard warning flashers turn on
automatically if the airbags deploy.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
flashes in the direction of the turn or
lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane
change is completed. If the lever is
briefly pressed and released, the
turn signal flashes three times.
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Lighting
Fog Lamps
Interior Lighting
The ignition and the parking lamps
or headlamps must be on for the
front fog lamps to work.
Instrument Panel
Illumination Control
# : If equipped, press to turn on or
off. An indicator light on the
instrument cluster comes on when
the fog lamps are on.
The brightness of the instrument
panel lighting and steering wheel
controls can be adjusted.
Some localities have laws that
require the headlamps to be on
along with the fog lamps.
up or down to brighten or dim the
lights.
D : Move and hold the thumbwheel
Courtesy Lamps
The courtesy lamps come on when
any door is opened and the dome
lamp is in the 1 position.
Dome Lamps
The dome lamp is in the overhead
console.
To change the dome lamp settings,
press:
* : Turns the lamp off, even when
a door is open.
1 : The lamp comes on when a
door is opened.
+ : Turns the lamp on.
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Reading Lamps
Lighting Features
There are reading lamps on the
overhead console and over the rear
passenger doors. These lamps
come on when any door is opened.
Entry Lighting
Rear Reading Lamps
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear
passenger reading lamps on or off.
Front Reading Lamps
The reading lamps in the overhead
console are operated by touch.
Touch the lamp for dim light, touch
again for bright light, and touch
again to turn the light off.
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Some exterior lamps and most of
the interior lights turn on briefly at
night, or in areas of limited lighting
when K is pressed on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 26. When the
driver door is opened, all control
lights, Driver Information Center
(DIC) lights, and door pocket lights
turn on. After about 30 seconds the
exterior lamps turn off, then the
remaining interior lights dim to off.
Entry lighting can be disabled
manually by changing the ignition
out of the OFF position, or by
pressing Q on the RKE transmitter.
This feature can be changed. See
“Vehicle Locator Lights” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
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Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps and interior
lights come on at night, or in areas
with limited lighting, when the driver
door is opened after the ignition is
turned off. The dome lamp comes
on after the ignition is changed to
the OFF position. The exterior
lamps and dome lamp remain on for
a set amount of time, then
automatically turn off.
The exterior lamps turn off
immediately by turning the exterior
lamp control off.
This feature can be changed. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 146.
Battery Power Protection
The battery saver feature is
designed to protect the vehicle's
battery.
If some interior lamps are left on
and the ignition is turned off, the
battery rundown protection system
automatically turns the lamp off after
some time.
Exterior Lighting Battery
Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about
10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off, if the parking lamps or
headlamps have been manually left
on. This protects against draining
the battery. To restart the 10-minute
timer, turn the exterior lamp control
to the O position and then back to
the ; or 2 position.
To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the ignition must be in
the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/
START position.
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Infotainment
System
Navigation
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . .
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . .
Pandora Internet Radio . . . . . . .
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173
174
174
175
175
175
Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted Media
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SD Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Navigation
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . 195
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
OnStar® System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Global Positioning
System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Problems with Route
Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
If the System Needs
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Database Coverage
Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
179
179
182
184
184
185
OnStar System
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Phone
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . .
Bluetooth (Infotainment
Controls) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
220
221
224
225
Settings
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
163
Trademarks and License
Agreements
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
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Introduction
Overview
Introduction
Read the following pages to
become familiar with the
infotainment system features.
{ Warning
Taking your eyes off the road for
too long or too often while using
any infotainment feature can
cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
give extended attention to
infotainment tasks while driving.
Limit your glances at the vehicle
displays and focus your attention
on driving. Use voice commands
whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-in
features intended to help avoid
distraction by disabling some
functions when driving. These
functions may gray out when they
are unavailable. Many infotainment
features are also available through
the instrument cluster and steering
wheel controls.
Before driving:
. Become familiar with the
operation, faceplate buttons, and
screen buttons.
. Set up the audio by presetting
favorite stations, setting the
tone, and adjusting the
speakers.
.
Set up phone numbers in
advance so they can be called
easily by pressing a single
button or by using a single voice
command if equipped with
Bluetooth phone capability.
See Defensive Driving 0 249.
To play the infotainment system with
the ignition off, see Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 264.
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Infotainment System
The infotainment system is controlled by using the touchscreen, the buttons
below the touchscreen, steering wheel controls, and voice recognition.
Radio with CD
1.
O (Power)
6.
q
BACK
2. RADIO
7. CD Slot (If Equipped)
3. MEDIA
8.
4.
5.
g and d (Seek)
Y (Eject)
{ (Home Page)
9. MENU
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Power (On/Off/Mute)
.
When off, press O to turn the
system on. Press and hold to
turn off.
.
When on, press O to mute the
system. Press O again to
unmute the system.
Volume
Radio with Tone
Turn O to increase or decrease the
volume.
Home Page
1.
O (Power)
5. TONE
2. RADIO
6.
3. MEDIA
7.
4.
g or d (Seek)
q BACK
{ (Home Page)
8. MENU
The Home Page is where vehicle
application icons are accessed.
Some applications are disabled
when the vehicle is moving.
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The Home Page can be set up to
have up to five pages with eight
icons per page.
2. Drag the icon to a new location
on the Home Page or to save it
to the applications tray.
Touch the left h or right k or slide a
finger left/right across the screen to
access the pages of icons.
3. Press
Using the System
k (Next) : Touch to go to the next
Touchscreen Buttons
Home Page.
h (Previous) : Touch to go to the
previous Home Page.
l (Interaction Selector) : Touch to
display the favorites list.
Touch and hold a location within the
favorites area to begin the process
of saving a favorite application.
Touch the application icon to store
as a favorite, and the name of the
application will be shown in
favorites.
Home : Touch to go back to the
Home Page to start a different
application.
Managing Home Page Icons
1. Touch and hold any of the
Home Page icons to edit
that icon.
{ to exit edit mode.
Touchscreen buttons show on the
screen when available. When a
function is unavailable, the button
may gray out. When a function is
selected, the button may highlight.
Home Page Features
Touch the icons on the Home Page
screen to launch an application.
AUDIO
Touch the AUDIO icon to display the
active audio source page. Available
sources are AM, FM, XM (if
equipped), CD, My Media, USB, SD,
Bluetooth, and AUX Input.
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PHONE
Touch the PHONE icon to display
the Phone main page. See
Bluetooth (Overview) 0 220 or
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
0 221 or Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition) 0 224.
NAV (Navigation, If Equipped)
Touch the NAV icon to display the
navigation map or OnStar
Turn-by-Turn Navigation. See Using
the Navigation System 0 187 or
OnStar Overview 0 410.
SETTINGS
Touch the SETTINGS icon to
display the Settings menu. See
Settings 0 227.
PANDORA (If Equipped)
Touch the PANDORA icon to begin
Pandora®. See Pandora Internet
Radio 0 175.
WEATHER (If Equipped)
Touch the WEATHER icon to
display the Weather main page. See
“SiriusXM Weather (If Equipped)”
under Destination 0 196.
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ONSTAR (If Equipped)
Touch the ONSTAR icon to display
the OnStar main page and start
OnStar voice recognition. See
OnStar Overview 0 410.
Applications Tray
Adding or removing applications
from the applications tray will not
remove them from the Home Page.
Touch and Hold
Infotainment Gestures
Use the following finger gestures to
control the infotainment system.
Touch/Tap
Touch and hold can be used to start
another gesture, move, or delete an
application.
The applications tray is at the top
center of the screen. The
applications tray can have three to
five applications.
To add an application from the
Home Page to the applications tray:
Drag
Touch/Tap is used to select a button
or option, activate an application,
or change the location inside a map.
1. Touch and hold any icon on the
Home Page to enter edit mode.
2. Drag the icon to the
applications tray.
To remove an item from the
applications tray, drag the icon
from the applications tray back
to the Home Page.
Drag is used to move applications
on the Home Page, or to pan the
map. To drag the item, it must be
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held and moved along the screen to
the new location. This can be done
up, down, right, or left.
Nudge
Fling or swipe is used to scroll
through a list, pan the map,
or change page views. Do this by
placing a finger on the screen then
moving it rapidly up and down or
right and left.
Turn
Turn the MENU knob or the O knob
on the faceplate to perform
functions such as tuning the radio or
scrolling lists.
Nudge is used to move items a
short distance on a list or a map. To
nudge, hold and move the selected
item up or down to a new location.
Fling or Swipe
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
and Vehicle Information and
Radio Displays
For vehicles with high gloss
surfaces or vehicle displays, use a
microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces.
Before wiping the surface with the
microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle
brush to remove dirt that could
scratch the surface. Then use the
microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to
clean. Never use window cleaners
or solvents. Periodically hand wash
the microfiber cloth separately,
using mild soap. Do not use bleach
or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly
and air dry before next use.
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Software Updates
See the website for software
updates.
Website Information
In the U.S., see www.buick.com
In Canada, see www.buick.gm.ca
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Radio
AM-FM Radio
Playing the Radio
While on the audio main page the
available sources are: AM, FM, XM
(if equipped), CD, My Media, USB,
SD, Bluetooth, and AUX Input.
. Touch the RADIO screen button
to scroll through AM, FM,
or SiriusXM® (if equipped).
. Touch the MEDIA screen button
to scroll through CD (if
equipped), My Media, USB, SD,
Bluetooth, and AUX Input.
Infotainment System Settings
Touch the RADIO screen button to
access broadcast sources.
Touch the MENU screen button or
press the MENU knob to display the
following menus:
Tone Settings :
. Bass, Midrange, Treble,
Surround (if equipped): Touch +
or − to adjust. Surround adjusts
the headrest speaker
volume only.
.
.
Balance : Touch S or T for
more sound from the left or right
speakers. The middle position
balances the sound between the
left and right speakers.
Fade : Touch y or z for more
sound from the front or rear
speakers. The middle position
balances the sound between the
front and rear speakers.
Tag Song (If Equipped) : Touch to
bookmark a song on an Apple
device for later purchase using
iTunes®.
Timeshift (If Equipped) : Timeshift
is the recording of a radio station for
up to 25 minutes. See “Timeshifting
(If Equipped)” later in this section.
DSP Modes (If Equipped) :
. Bose® Studio Surround® and
Bose® Centerpoint® Surround
sound system has four DSP
modes:
‐ Normal : Adjusts the audio to
provide the best sound for all
seating positions.
‐ Driver : Adjusts the audio to
provide the best sound for the
driver.
‐ Rear : Adjusts the audio to
provide the best sound for the
rear seat occupants.
‐ Centerpoint : Turns on Bose
Centerpoint surround
technology. This setting
creates a surround sound
listening experience from
nearly any audio source;
existing stereo, CD collection,
and MP3 players. For more
information on Bose
Centerpoint surround
technology, see
www.bose.com/centerpoint.
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Auto Volume (If Equipped) : This
feature adjusts the volume based on
vehicle speed. The options are OFF,
Low, Medium - Low, Medium,
Medium - High, or High. Press q
BACK on the faceplate or touch the
Back screen button to go back to
the previous menu.
Bose AudioPilot Noise
Compensation Technology (If
Equipped) : This feature adjusts
the volume based on the noise in
the vehicle and the speed. When
turned on, AudioPilot technology
detects noise and vehicle speed to
continuously adjust the audio signal
so that music will sound the same at
a set volume level. This feature is
most effective at lower radio volume
settings where background noise
can affect how well the music is
being played. See www.bose.com/
audiopilot. This feature can be
turned on or off. Press q BACK on
the faceplate or touch the Back
screen button to go back to the
previous menu.
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HD Radio™ : For AM and FM only,
touch to turn HD reception on or off.
Touch the Back screen button to go
back to the previous menu.
Direct Tune (If Equipped)
EQ (Equalizer) : If equipped with a
Bose Sound System, the available
choices are Manual and Talk.
If not equipped with Direct Tune,
touch the SEEK screen button to
switch to TUNE. Touch again to
change back. Turn the MENU knob
to manually search for a station.
Update Station List : For AM and
FM only, touch to update the station
list. Press q BACK on the faceplate
or touch the Back screen button to
go back to the previous menu.
Finding a Station
Seeking a Station
Touch the TUNE screen button to
switch to Direct Tune for manually
searching for a station.
Storing Radio Station Presets
Favorites are stored in the area at
the bottom of the screen.
Up to 60 preset stations can be
stored:
AM, FM, and XM (If Equipped)
Radio Stations : Touch and hold a
favorite button to save the current
station as a favorite. Touch a
favorite button in the favorite area to
recall a favorite station.
Mixed-Audio Favorites
Press g or d on the faceplate
(the onscreen controls work for
timeshifting) to search for the
previous or next strongest station.
Favorites that can be stored include
radio stations, navigation, phone,
media, or applications.
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To scroll through the favorites:
. Drag anywhere on the screen
buttons along the bottom to raise
up the favorites. To close the
favorites, drag them down.
. Slide a finger to the right or left
to scroll through each page of
favorites.
Timeshifting (If Equipped)
Buffer Reset
The buffer will reset anytime the
broadcast band or stations/channels
are changed. Changing to a media
source when paused will not reset
the buffer.
Tone Settings : Touch and hold a
Favorite button to save the current
tone settings as a favorite in the
tone settings screen. Touch the
reveal tab on the bottom of the
screen to display Favorites. Touch a
screen button in the favorite area to
recall a favorite tone setting.
The audio system can record live
radio for up to 25 minutes. When
tuned to a station, the system
automatically begins recording the
audio along with the associated
metadata.
The number of favorites displayed is
automatically adjusted by default,
but can be manually adjusted in the
Settings menu under Radio and
then Manage Favorites.
Touch j to pause playback of the
audio and to initiate timeshift mode.
Touch r to resume playback of the
recorded audio.
When timeshifting begins, a time is
indicated on the right of the play/
pause indicator. This time initially
indicates the time of day at which
playback is paused. This time
continues to show as long as the
system is in a paused mode and the
buffer continues to fill.
Rewinding or Fast Forwarding a
Timeshifted Broadcast
. Touch and hold the rewind
indicator to reverse playback at
a rate of 15 times the rate of
normal playback.
. Touch and hold the fast forward
indicator to advance playback at
a rate of 15 times the rate of
normal playback. The timeshift
buffer can be advanced up to
the end of the timeshift buffer
and return to live mode.
Returning to Live Broadcast
If listening to timeshifted radio,
touch d to fast forward back to live
radio.
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Timeshifting and Station/Channel
Lists
If browsing a station/channel list is
started while listening to the
timeshift content, the list content is
shown in live time, not
buffered time.
Skipping Back in a Broadcast
For programs with metadata,
touching the previous button less
than five seconds into a program
will make the system skip to the
beginning of the previous program.
If more than five seconds into the
current song/program, the system
starts at the beginning of the current
program. If no metadata is available,
the system skips back 30 seconds.
Reaching the End of the Buffer
If the audio is paused and the
25-minute buffer is reached, the
buffer continues recording content
on a first-in, first-out basis. When
playback is started, the content
played will be the last 25 minutes in
the buffer.
HD Radio Technology
If equipped, HD Radio™ Technology
is a free service with features such
as static-free sound, more
programming choices on local FM
HD2, HD3, and higher, and
on-screen information such as artist
and song title.
Channel Access
To access HD Radio channels:
1. Tune the radio to the channel.
HD Radio must be turned on in
the Menu. If the channel is
broadcasting HD Radio
Technology, the radio will
automatically switch to digital
audio, indicated with an HD
Radio Technology logo.
2. Touch g or d to tune to the
previous or next HD Radio
channel.
There may be a delay before the
channel starts playing.
The HD Radio channel number is
indicated next to the logo.
See AM-FM Radio 0 170.
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For a list of all channels, see
www.hdradio.com.
Troubleshooting
Digital Audio Delay : Wait for the
signal to process. This can take
several seconds.
Volume Change, Audio Skip,
Echo, Digital Audio Lost : Channel
signal strength may be weak or the
channel is out of range. Verify
proper reception on another
channel.
If the HD Radio signal loses
reception while listening to channel
HD1, the radio will go back to the
main non-HD Radio channel.
If the HD Radio signal loses
reception while listening to channels
HD2 to HD8, the radio mutes until
the signal can be recovered or until
the channel is changed.
HD can be disabled if driving in a
weak signal area. Touch Menu from
the AM/FM screens, then touch HD
Radio to toggle HD on and off.
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Satellite Radio
®
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service (If Equipped)
SiriusXM Menu
SiriusXM has a menu to adjust
different features.
Touching the MENU screen button
may display the following:
Tone Settings : Touch + or − to
adjust the tone settings. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Vehicles with a valid SiriusXM
satellite radio subscription can
receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
See www.siriusxm.com or call
1-866-635-2349 in the U.S. In
Canada, see www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-209-0079.
When SiriusXM is active, the station
name, number, category name,
song title, and artist display on the
screen.
delete an alert, press −. Press q
BACK on the faceplate or touch the
Back screen button to go back to
the previous menu.
Auto Volume : If equipped, this
feature adjusts the volume based on
the vehicle speed. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Tag Song : Press the Tag Song
button to save song information that
SiriusXM stations include in their
broadcasts. You can then preview
and purchase your tagged songs in
the iTunes® store.
Radio Reception
When connected to iTunes, the
Sync button on the device may
need to be pressed to transfer the
tags to iTunes.
FM signals only reach about 16 to
65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the
radio has a built-in electronic circuit
that automatically works to reduce
interference, some static can occur,
especially around tall buildings or
hills, causing the sound to fade in
and out.
TuneSelect : For SiriusXM only, this
feature allows for alerts to be set for
artists or songs that are played on
the current station. Touch Artist or
Song to save an Artist or Song.
Touch Manage TuneSelect to turn
the alerts On and Off or manage the
saved selection of Artists or Songs.
To turn off an alert, touch the Song
or Artist and uncheck the box. To
Unplug electronic devices from the
accessory power outlets if there is
interference or static in the radio.
FM
AM
The range for most AM stations is
greater than for FM, especially at
night. The longer range can cause
station frequencies to interfere with
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each other. Static can also occur
when things like storms and power
lines interfere with radio reception.
When this happens, try reducing the
treble on the radio.
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
Service
If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite
Radio Service provides digital radio
reception. Tall buildings or hills can
interfere with satellite radio signals,
causing the sound to fade in and
out. In addition, traveling or standing
under heavy foliage, bridges,
garages, or tunnels may cause loss
of the SiriusXM signal for a period
of time.
Cell Phone Usage
Cell phone usage, such as making
or receiving phone calls, charging,
or just having the phone on may
cause static interference in the
radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off
if this happens.
Antenna
The AM/FM antenna is integrated in
the liftgate spoiler and the liftgate
window defogger. No maintenance
or adjustments are needed. Do not
place loads on the spoiler. If the
spoiler is replaced, be sure it is
replaced with the correct GM parts
for the best AM and FM reception.
Multi-Band Antenna
The roof antenna is for OnStar®,
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If
Equipped), and GPS (Global
Positioning System). Keep clear of
obstructions for clear reception.
If the vehicle has a sunroof and it is
open, or items are placed on the
roof mounted cargo rack, reception
can also be affected.
Pandora Internet Radio
If equipped, Pandora® is a free
Internet radio service that streams
personalized radio stations based
on songs, artists, tracks, genres,
and comedians. Create stations
using the Pandora website or
Smartphone application, then use
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- (thumbs up) or , (thumbs down)
to personalize stations. To set up an
account, or for more information, go
to www.pandora.com. Pandora may
not be available in Canada.
A phone or tablet with Internet
connection and the Pandora
application installed is required.
Personal cell phone data plans are
used. Make sure the latest version
is installed on the device.
Launching Pandora
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Connect the iPhone to the USB
port, or connect Android™ or
BlackBerry® through Bluetooth. See
Auxiliary Jack 0 184 or Bluetooth
(Overview) 0 220 or Bluetooth
(Infotainment Controls) 0 221 or
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)
0 224. For first time use, set up the
stations before connecting to the
vehicle. The Pandora icon will be
available on the Home Page.
The login screen may display on the
device.
Using an Android or BlackBerry
Phone
The BlackBerry phone must be
unlocked to launch Pandora service.
1. Pair the phone using Bluetooth.
2. Launch Pandora directly from
the Home Page by touching
the Pandora icon.
When Pandora is chosen, the
Pandora logo will populate on the
screen and display “Acquiring
Pandora Radio Station.” Launch
times can be significant.
If nothing happens when the
available Pandora screen button is
touched, download the latest
Pandora application and retry.
Using the iPhone
The login screen may display on the
device.
1. Plug the device into the USB
port. The phone screen must
be unlocked.
2. Launch Pandora directly from
the Home Page by touching
the Pandora icon.
If nothing happens when the
available Pandora screen button is
touched, download the latest
Pandora application and retry.
Pandora Menus
Touch Menu on the Pandora
main page.
Pandora has a menu system with
the following:
Tone Settings : Touch to adjust the
tone settings. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Bookmark Artist : Touch to
bookmark the artist.
Bookmark Song : Touch to
bookmark the song.
Auto Volume : This feature sets the
auto volume based on the speed of
the vehicle and noise in the vehicle.
See AM-FM Radio 0 170.
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Pandora Features
d (Next Track) : When touched,
Pandora changes to the next track.
r or j (Play/Pause) : Touch to play
or pause playback.
Pandora Skip Limit
Pandora service has features to rate
tracks, skip tracks, or change
stations.
Pandora limits the number of skips
allowed on their service to five skips
including thumbs down. When the
skip limit is reached, , or d will
not skip the currently playing track,
but the , feedback will be
recorded.
, (Thumbs Down) : When
Advertisements on Pandora
touched, Pandora stores this
information, changes to the next
track, and does not play this track
on this station again. This helps
Pandora choose which tracks
should not play on this station. This
feature is only available on user
created stations.
- (Thumbs Up) : When touched,
Pandora stores this information
and - is highlighted for the
remainder of the track. This helps
Pandora choose which tracks
should play on this station.
Pandora may display
advertisements. The artist name
and track title will not be displayed
and the skip track button will not be
available.
Pandora Troubleshooting
Unable to Connect Device to
Vehicle
If the device is unable to connect to
the USB or Bluetooth:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
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2. Take the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter at least 6 m
(20 ft) away from the vehicle.
3. Wait about one minute, and try
to connect the device again.
See Auxiliary Jack 0 184 or
Bluetooth (Overview) 0 220 or
Bluetooth (Infotainment
Controls) 0 221 or Bluetooth
(Voice Recognition) 0 224.
Unable to Start Pandora
If the device is unable to launch
Pandora:
. Check that the latest version of
Pandora is installed.
. Check that there is an active
account logged into Pandora.
. Have at least one station
created.
. For Android and BlackBerry
devices, check that the device is
paired with the vehicle, and
whether the device displays in
the Connected phone sources
list under the Phone icon from
the Home Page.
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For an iPhone, check that the
USB cable is connected to the
USB port and the screen is
unlocked.
Close Pandora on the device
and launch again. Devices that
allow multitasking may require
an extra step to quit the Pandora
application. See the cell phone
manufacturer's user guide.
Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down
Error
If there is an error trying to rate a
track with the , or - buttons, the
message “Thumbs Down Error” or
“Thumbs Up Error” will display.
Touch OK to dismiss.
Loss of Audio
Loss of Pandora audio can happen
in different ways:
. Weak or lost data connection.
.
Device needs to be charged.
.
Application needs to be
relaunched.
.
Connection between phone and
radio lost.
.
An iPhone is connected to both
Bluetooth and the USB port.
Playback can be resumed from
a loss of audio by double
tapping on the iPhone menu
button then scrolling through the
icons to find an icon that allows
a change of flow between
Bluetooth and USB cable.
Common Pandora Messages
Pandora Error/Please Check
Connected Device : Not signed in
or Pandora is down for
maintenance.
No Stations Available : No stations
are available on the Pandora server
through the connected device.
Action Unavailable. Please Check
Device : A few conditions for loss of
Internet connection are:
. The connected device loses its
cellular connection.
. The device does not support
Internet connectivity.
. The device is not in the vehicle.
Part of the Action Unavailable.
Please Check Device : The
Bluetooth signal is lost.
No Skips Remaining for This
Station or Permitted During
Advertisements :
. The maximum Pandora skip limit
has been reached according to
the plan that was obtained.
. Skipping an advertisement was
tried.
See www.pandora.com/help. If the
service will not work, see your
dealer for assistance.
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Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted Media
Devices
When using media devices such as
CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray Discs®, SD
cards, USB drives, and mobile
devices, consider the source.
Untrusted media devices could
contain files that affect system
operation or performance. Avoid use
if the content or origin cannot be
trusted.
CD Player
If equipped, use the CD player to
play CDs and MP3 audio.
The system can play:
. Most audio CDs
.
CD-R
.
CD-RW
.
MP3 or unprotected WMA
formats
When playing any compatible
recordable disc, the sound quality
can be reduced due to disc quality,
the method of recording, the quality
of the music that has been
recorded, or the way the disc has
been handled.
There can be increased skipping,
difficulty in finding tracks, and/or
difficulty in loading and ejecting.
If these problems occur, check the
disc for damage or try a known
good disc.
To avoid damage to the CD player:
. Do not use scratched or
damaged discs.
. Do not apply labels to discs. The
labels could get caught in the
player.
. Insert only one disc at a time.
.
Keep the loading slot free of
foreign materials, liquids, and
debris.
.
Use a marking pen to label the
top of the disc.
Loading and Ejecting Discs
To load a disc:
1. Turn the vehicle on.
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2. Insert a disc into the slot, label
side up. The player pulls it in
the rest of the way. If the disc
is damaged or improperly
loaded, there is an error and
the disc ejects.
Press X to eject a disc from the
CD player. If the disc is not removed
within a short period of time, it is
automatically pulled back into the
player.
Playing an Audio CD
Press the MEDIA faceplate button
or touch the MEDIA onscreen button
until CD Audio icon Now Playing
view is selected.
On the CD main page, either a track
number displays at the beginning of
each track, or Song, Artist, and
Album information displays when
available.
Use the following controls to play
the disc:
t (Previous/Fast Reverse) :
.
Press to seek to the beginning of
the current or previous track.
If the track has been playing for
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less than five seconds, it seeks
to the previous track. If longer
than five seconds, the current
track starts from the beginning.
.
Press and hold to fast reverse
through a track. Release the
button to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.
u (Next/Fast Forward) :
.
Press to seek to the next track.
.
Press and hold to fast forward
through a track. Release the
button to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.
Storing Media Favorites
To store media favorites, touch and
hold a favorite button to display a
list of media types for the currently
playing item. Select from this list.
The lists that may display are:
Genres : Touch to store the current
genre as a favorite. Touch a screen
button in the favorite area to recall a
favorite genre. The first song of the
genre begins to play.
Artists : Touch to store the current
artist as a favorite. Touch a screen
button in the favorite area to recall a
favorite artist. The first song in the
artist list begins to play.
Albums : Touch to store the current
album as a favorite. Touch a screen
button in the favorite area to recall a
favorite album. The first song in the
album list begins to play.
Playlists : Touch a screen button in
the favorite area to recall a favorite
playlist. The first song in the playlist
begins to play.
Songs : Touch to store the current
song as a favorite. Touch a screen
button in the favorite area to recall a
favorite song.
Podcasts or Podcast Episode :
Touch and hold a screen button to
store the current podcast as a
favorite. Touch a screen button in
the favorite area to recall a favorite
podcast or podcast episode. The
podcast or podcast episode begins
to play.
Audiobooks : Touch and hold a
screen button to save the current
audiobook as a favorite. Touch a
screen button in the favorite area to
recall a favorite audiobook. The first
chapter begins to play.
Videos : Touch and hold a screen
button to store the current video as
a favorite. Touch a screen button in
the favorite area to recall a favorite
video.
Error Messages
If Disc Error displays and/or the disc
comes out, it could be for one of the
following reasons:
. The disc has an invalid or
unknown format.
. The road is very rough. Try the
disc again when the road is
smoother.
. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet,
or upside down.
. The air is very humid. Try the
disc again later.
. There was a problem while
burning the disc.
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.
The label is caught in the CD
player.
If Disc Player Error displays, it could
be for one of the following reasons:
. The player temperature is
too high.
. There are load or eject errors.
If the CD is not playing correctly for
any other reason, try a known
good CD.
If any error continues, contact your
dealer.
Playing an MP3 CD
To play an MP3 CD, follow the same
instructions as “Playing an
Audio CD.”
The following guidelines must be
met when creating an MP3 disc,
otherwise the CD might not play:
. Sampling rate: 16 kHz,
22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz,
44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz.
. Bit rates supported: 8, 16, 24,
32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112,
128, 144, 160, 192, 224, 256,
and 320 kbps.
.
Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW.
MP3 Music Menu
Press the MENU button while that
source is active to access the menu.
Touch any of the following buttons
on the MP3 Menu:
Shuffle : Touch to play the tracks
randomly. Touch again to stop
shuffle.
Tone Settings : Touch + or − to
adjust Bass, Midrange, Treble,
or Surround. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Auto Volume (If Equipped) : This
feature adjusts the volume based on
the speed of the vehicle. See
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
Bose AudioPilot Noise
Compensation Technology (If
Equipped) : This feature adjusts the
volume based on the noise in the
vehicle and the speed. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
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MP3 Folder Information
Touch anywhere between the top
applications tray or the bottom menu
to display the browse screen.
Root Directory : To access, touch
the screen anywhere between the
top and bottom menu. The root
directory is treated as a folder. All
files contained directly under the
root directory are accessed prior to
any root directory folders.
No Folder : When the CD only
contains compressed audio files
without any folders or playlists, all
files are under the root folder.
File System and Naming : The
song titles, artists, albums, and
genres are taken from the file's ID3
tag and are only displayed if present
in the tag. If a song title is not
present in the ID3 tag, the radio
displays the file name as the
track name.
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USB Port
This vehicle is equipped with one or
more USB ports. The USB port(s)
are in the center console. The
system is optimized to support two
connected devices with a total of
15,000 songs.
Playing from a USB
A USB mass storage device can be
connected to the USB port.
Gracenote®
When plugging in a USB device,
Gracenote service builds voice tags
for music. Voice tags allow artists,
albums with hard to pronounce
names, and nicknames to be used
to play music through voice
recognition.
options until My Media is selected.
Use gestures or screen buttons to
scroll through the content.
USB MP3 Player and USB Drives
. The USB MP3 players and USB
drives connected must comply
with the USB Mass Storage
Class specification (USB MSC).
. Hard disk drives are not
supported.
. The following restrictions apply
for the data stored on a USB
MP3 player or USB device:
‐ Applicable audio extensions
are mp3, wma, aac, m4a,
and aif.
‐ WMA and Apple lossless files
are not supported.
My Media Library
‐ Supported file systems are
FAT32 and NTFS.
To play a USB device, do one of the
following:
. Connect the USB.
Press MEDIA until the
connected device is shown.
Use the following when playing an
active USB source:
r (Play) : Press to play the current
media source.
j (Pause) : Press to pause play of
the current media source.
t (Previous/Reverse) :
.
Press to seek to the beginning of
the current or previous track.
If the track has been playing for
less than five seconds, the
previous track plays. If playing
longer than five seconds, the
current track restarts.
.
Press and hold to reverse
quickly through playback.
Release to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.
‐ Maximum folder structure
depth is 11 levels.
While indexing, infotainment
features are available.
The infotainment system allows
access to content from all indexed
media sources. Touch the MEDIA
screen button to scroll through the
.
u (Next/Forward) :
.
Press to seek to the next track.
.
Press and hold to advance
quickly through playback.
Release to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.
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USB Menu
Press Menu to display the USB
menu. The following may be
available:
Shuffle: Touch to play the tracks
randomly. Touch again to stop
shuffle.
Tone: Touch + or − to adjust the
tone settings. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Auto Volume (If Equipped): This
feature adjusts the volume based on
the speed of the vehicle. See
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
Bose AudioPilot Noise
Compensation Technology (If
Equipped): This feature adjusts the
volume based on the noise in the
vehicle and the speed. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
USB Browse Menu
Touch anywhere between the top
and bottom menus to view the
browse menu and the following
options are displayed along the
bottom of the screen:
Playlists:
1. Touch to view the playlists
stored on the USB.
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2. To begin playback, select a
song from the list.
Genres:
2. Select a playlist to view the list
of all songs in that playlist.
1. Touch to view the genres on
the USB.
3. Select a song from the list to
begin playback.
2. Select a genre to view a list of
all content of that genre.
Artists:
1. Touch to view the list of artists
stored on the USB.
2. Select an artist name to view a
list of all albums by the artist.
3. To select a song, touch All
Songs or touch an album and
then select a song from the list.
Albums :
1. Touch to view the albums on
the USB.
3. Select artists to view a list of
albums.
4. Select an album to view a list
of songs.
5. Select a song to begin
playback.
Podcasts, Composers, Audiobooks,
and Videos are shown when More is
selected from the bottom of the
screen.
Podcasts:
2. Select the album to view a list
of all songs on the album.
1. Touch to view the podcasts on
the USB.
3. Select a song from the list to
begin playback.
2. Select a podcast. If episodes
exist, select an episode.
Songs:
1. Touch to display a list of all
songs on the USB.
Composers:
1. Touch to view the composers
on the USB.
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2. Select Composer to view a list
of albums by that composer.
3. Select an album to give a list of
songs on that album.
4. Select a song from the list to
begin playback.
To view supported devices in
Mexico, see www.buick.com.mx/
buickintellilink.html.
The SD card reader uses the same
controls as the USB Port. See USB
Port 0 182.
Loss of Audio
Set up the SD card while the vehicle
is in P (Park). See “Audio” under
Using the System 0 167.
2. Select audiobook.
If a phone currently paired over
Bluetooth is plugged in with a USB
cable, the system will automatically
mute the phone audio. Playback
can be resumed by changing the
audio source from Bluetooth to USB
cable.
3. Select chapter to begin
playback.
Source USB from the Audio MEDIA
screen button to resume playback.
Audiobooks:
1. Touch to view the audiobooks
stored on the device.
File System and Naming
The songs, artists, albums, and
genres are taken from the file’s
song information and are only
displayed if present. The radio
displays the file name as the track
name if the song information is not
available.
Bluetooth Streaming Audio and
Voice Recognition
See Bluetooth Audio 0 185 for
information using voice recognition
with Bluetooth streaming audio.
Make sure all devices have the
latest software downloaded.
Supported Apple® Devices
SD Card Reader
To view supported devices in the
U.S., see www.my.buick.com/learn.
If equipped, this vehicle may have
an SD card reader in the center
console.
To view supported devices in
Canada, see www.buickowner.ca.
Place the card into the port.
If an SD card has already been
connected, but a different source is
currently active, touch the MEDIA
screen button to scroll through the
audio source screens until USB/SD
card displays.
Auxiliary Jack
This vehicle has an auxiliary input
jack in the center console under the
armrest. Possible auxiliary audio
sources include:
. Laptop computer
.
Audio music player
This jack is not an audio output. Do
not plug headphones into the
auxiliary input jack. Set up an
auxiliary device while the vehicle is
in P (Park).
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Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable
from the auxiliary device to the
auxiliary input jack. When a device
is connected, the system can play
audio from the device over the
vehicle speakers.
If an auxiliary device has already
been connected, but a different
source is currently active, touch the
MEDIA screen button to scroll
through audio source screens, until
AUX Input source screen displays.
Playing from the AUX Port
An auxiliary device is played
through the audio system and
controlled through the device itself.
AUX Menu
Press the MENU knob to display the
AUX Input menu and the following
may display:
Tone Settings : Select to adjust
Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance,
Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
Auto Volume (If Equipped) : This
feature adjusts the volume based on
the speed of the vehicle. See
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
Bose AudioPilot Noise
Compensation Technology (If
Equipped) : This feature adjusts
the volume based on the noise in
the vehicle and the speed. See
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
EQ (Equalizer) Settings :
If equipped, this feature adjusts the
pre-defined EQ modes. See “EQ
(Equalizer)” in AM-FM Radio 0 170.
DSP Modes (If Equipped) : With a
Bose® Studio Surround® Sound
System, adjusts the DSP modes.
See “DSP Modes” in AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Bluetooth Audio
If equipped, music may be played
from a paired Bluetooth device. See
Bluetooth (Overview) 0 220 or
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
0 221 or Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition) 0 224 for help pairing a
device.
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The music can be controlled by
either the infotainment controls,
or the controls on the device.
Music can be launched by touching
the MEDIA screen button on the
Home Page.
To play music via Bluetooth:
1. Power on the device, and pair
to connect the device.
2. Once paired, go into the audio
application from the Home
Page or via the applications
tray. Select MEDIA until
Bluetooth displays.
Bluetooth Audio Menu
Touch the MENU screen button to
display the Bluetooth Audio menu.
The following may be available:
Tone : Touch + or − to adjust the
tone settings. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Press q BACK on the faceplate or
touch the Back screen button to go
back to the previous menu.
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Auto Volume (If Equipped) : This
feature adjusts the volume based on
the speed of the vehicle. See
AM-FM Radio 0 170.
Bose AudioPilot Noise
Compensation Technology (If
Equipped) : This feature adjusts the
volume based on the noise in the
vehicle and the speed. See AM-FM
Radio 0 170.
Manage Bluetooth Devices :
Touch to go to the Bluetooth page to
add or delete devices.
When selecting Bluetooth Audio, the
radio may not be able to launch the
audio player on the connected
device to start playing. When the
vehicle is not moving, choose the
connected device to begin playback.
All devices launch audio differently.
When selecting Bluetooth Audio as
a source, the radio may show as
paused on the screen. Press play
on the device or press r to begin
playback.
Some phones support sending
Bluetooth music information to
display on the radio. When the radio
receives this information, it will
check to see if any is available and
display it. For more information
about supported Bluetooth features
in U.S. and Canada, see
www.gm.com/bluetooth.
OnStar System
OnStar® with 4G LTE
If equipped with OnStar 4G LTE, up
to seven devices, such as
smartphones, tablets, and laptops,
can be connected to high-speed
Internet through the vehicle’s built-in
Wi-Fi hotspot.
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Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to connect to an
OnStar Advisor for assistance. See
www.onstar.com for a detailed
instruction guide, vehicle availability,
details, and system limitations.
Services and apps vary by make,
model, year, carrier, availability, and
conditions. 4G LTE service is
available in select markets. 4G LTE
performance is based on industry
averages and vehicle systems
design. Some services require a
data plan.
Navigation
Using the Navigation
System
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When the screen is not in use, it will
time out and remove the controls.
Touch anywhere along the bottom or
top of the screen to display the
controls.
If equipped, touch the NAV button
on the Home Page or the
Navigation icon in the applications
tray to access the navigation
application.
Additional navigation features are:
. Cancel/Resume To
Touch MENU from the map view to
access the Navigation Menu.
Features displayed in the
Navigation Menu can be selected to
adjust navigation preferences.
To exit out of a list, touch the Exit
screen button in the top right corner
of the map to return to the main
map view.
.
Navigation Voice Preferences
.
Current Location
.
Map View
.
Traffic
.
Routing Preferences
.
Display “Places of Interest”
Icons
.
Personal Data
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It is advised to set up preferences
before setting a destination. To set a
destination, see Destination 0 196.
Cancel/Resume Route
. While under route guidance, this
screen button displays Cancel
Route. Touch Cancel Route to
end route guidance. No further
prompts will be given. The list
item then changes to
Resume To.
. Touch the Resume To screen
button to resume route guidance
to the last entered destination.
. The last location that the system
has provided guidance to can be
resumed by touching on this
list item.
. If the route includes waypoints,
the entire route can be
suspended using the Cancel
Route list item. When Resume
To is touched, all waypoints are
resumed for guidance.
Navigation Voice Preferences
Touch the Navigation Voice
Preferences list item to adjust the
voice preferences.
being played, and the main volume
is adjusted, the prompt volume will
update and be saved.
As the volume of the voice guidance
is being adjusted, a quick status bar
displays, showing the volume
setting.
The following options can be
adjusted:
. Voice Prompts ON/OFF
.
Voice Volume
.
Prompts During Phone Calls
ON/OFF
Voice Prompts
Touch the Voice Prompts list item to
toggle voice prompts ON and OFF.
Voice Volume
Adjust the loudness of the audio
feedback by touching the − or +
button. If a maneuver prompt is
Prompts During Phone Calls
When enabled, the system plays a
shorter prompt while on a phone
call. This setting can be configured
as to whether a prompt would be
heard during a phone conversation.
When this setting is OFF, only the
short alert tone is played when
approaching the maneuver.
Current Location
Touch the Current Location list item
to display a Current Location list.
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North Up View
Touch to select the desired map
view. A checkmark appears to
indicate a view has been selected.
The North Up View keeps north at
the top of the view. The vehicle icon
is placed in the center of the view
and rotates to indicate the heading
for the vehicle.
Audio Information
Touch to turn the audio information
view on or off from the main
map view.
The following information is
displayed on the Current
Location list:
. Nearest Address
.
Lat/Long
.
Nearest Hospital
.
Nearest Police
.
Nearest Fuel
.
Nearest Service
Touching on any of the options will
display the destination details view
for that location to allow you to
begin guidance to the selected
location.
Touch the Nearest Address button
and then the Save screen button to
store the current location to the
Address Book.
The audio status screen contains:
. Station Frequency
3D View
.
Artist Information
The 3D View is a Heading Up view
but it includes perspective. Map
items will appear larger as the
vehicle comes closer.
.
Song Information
.
r / j or t / u Station and
Heading Up View
Touch the t / u Station controls to
go to the next or previous strong
signal station or digital channel.
The Heading Up View keeps the
vehicle's current heading at the top
of the view. The vehicle icon always
faces the top of the view as the map
rotates.
Channel Controls
When the audio status pane
displays Artist and Song
Information, touch the t / u
controls to go to the next or
previous track based on the current
media mode.
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Day/Night Mode
Touch to access the Day/Night
Mode menu.
. Day Mode: Brightens the map
background.
. Night Mode: Darkens the map
background.
. Automatic: Adjusts the screen
background automatically
depending on the exterior
lighting conditions.
Traffic (If Equipped)
Touch to browse the traffic in the
area as well as adjust the traffic
settings. Where traffic information is
available, it is displayed on the map.
Where live traffic flow data is
available, it is displayed as a solid
line adjacent to the road. The road
is displayed in colors to show the
flow rate as:
. Black – Stopped or Closed
.
Red – Poor
.
Yellow – Slow
.
Green – Normal
There are several options on the
Traffic menu:
. Show Nearby Traffic Incidents
.
Show Flow On Map ON/OFF
.
Show Icons On Map ON/OFF
.
Traffic Routing Preferences
.
Traffic Types
1. Touch Show Nearby Traffic
Incidents to access the Traffic
List menu. This menu displays
the incident symbol and
highway name, along with the
distance and heading to the
incident.
2. Touch on the incident to display
additional details about the
incident as well as an option to
avoid that particular incident if
it is along the current route.
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Traffic Routing Preferences
The system can be configured as to
how it reacts when receiving traffic
information. Touch Traffic Routing
Preferences to access the Traffic
Routing menu.
When this setting is OFF, the
system will never take traffic
conditions into account when
creating routes. In addition, the two
options below are grayed out. If one
of the grayed-out options is
touched, it automatically turns the
traffic avoidance feature ON and
performs the desired selection.
The two options, Ask Me Before
Avoiding and Automatically Avoid
Traffic will adjust the system as
follows:
.
If the Automatically Avoid Traffic
list item is touched, the system
will automatically adjust the
route based on traffic without
notifying the driver.
.
If the Ask Me Before Avoiding
list item is touched, the system
will always use Alerts to show
when there is an incident and
allow it to be avoided by
touching the avoid button.
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Traffic Types
Touch to access the Traffic
Types menu.
The system can be configured to
filter out certain types of traffic
events. If a particular type has been
turned off, the system does not
display it on the map, and does not
alert the driver.
Display Places of Interest Icons
If the Traffic list item is touched from
the Map Menu and Traffic is not
available because the SiriusXM
subscription is not valid, a pop-up
will display with information on how
to reactivate the subscription along
with the SiriusXM radio ID.
Places of Interest (POI) icons can
be displayed on the map using
this view.
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grayed-out checkmark to turn all
of the icons for that category on
or off.
These preferences are used for all
routes generated.
Routing Preferences
.
.
.
.
The POI icons can be turned ON
and OFF. Touch the check box
next to the POI icon to display
the icon.
Touch Clear All to reset the
icons that are displayed on
the map.
A subcategory can be selected
instead of the entire category.
Touch the list item itself rather
than the check box. The
subcategories will display. Select
any of those categories to
navigate down the hierarchy.
When a higher-level category
has some of its subcategories
selected, the checkmark next to
it is grayed out. This indicates
that only some of the categories
below are shown. Touch the
Touch the Routing Preferences list
item to access the Routing
Preferences menu. Options on how
the routes are created for route
guidance are listed on this menu.
Route Style
Touch this list item to change the
route type preferences.
The options are:
. Fast (default)
Route segment preferences are
other options showing on the
Routing Preferences menu.
.
Eco Friendly (if equipped)
.
Short
These include:
. Use Toll Roads ON/OFF
. Use Freeways ON/OFF
.
Edit Eco Profile
.
Use Carpool Lanes ON/OFF
.
Avoid Slow Traffic ON-OFF
.
Use Tunnels ON/OFF
.
Use Time Restricted Roads
ON/OFF
Edit Eco Profile can be used to
configure two parameters for the
Eco Friendly route. These
parameters are roof load and trailer.
For each parameter, the options are
None, Small, Medium, and Large.
Touch to scroll through the list. The
default for both is None.
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Personal Data
Data that the system has saved
during the course of using the
navigation system can be managed
through:
. Address Book
.
Recent Destinations
.
My POIs (if equipped)
.
Upload Saved Locations
Address Book
1. Touch Edit Address Book to
display the Address Book
to edit.
2. Touch Delete All Entries to
delete the entire list of
contacts. A pop-up displays to
confirm.
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Recent Destinations
. Touch Delete Individual
Destinations to display a recent
destinations list. Select the
individual entry to delete.
. Touch Delete All Destinations to
delete the entire recent
destination list. A pop-up
displays asking to confirm the
deletion.
.
Touch Upload Saved Locations
to save the Vehicle Contacts list
and any My POIs that have been
saved to the vehicle.
.
Once saved locations have been
uploaded to a USB, they can be
transferred to a different vehicle
or restored to the current
address book.
My POIs
. Touch My POIs to display a
menu of other options.
. Select Delete Individual
Categories. A My POIs category
list displays.
. Select the individual entry to
delete.
. Touch Delete All My POIs to
delete the entire list of
categories. A pop-up displays
asking to confirm the deletion.
ZOOM −/+ can be used to adjust
the scale of view on the map. When
the end of the zoom level is
reached, ZOOM −/+ will gray out.
. ZOOM − (minus): To zoom out.
Upload Saved Locations
Touch to upload any saved locations
such as downloaded POIs and all
entries in the vehicle address book
to the USB device.
Map Adjustments
.
ZOOM + (plus): To zoom in.
The zoom scales can be configured
for English or metric units. To
change from English to metric, see
Instrument Cluster 0 111.
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Scroll Features
.
.
To scroll within the map, touch
anywhere on the map screen.
.
Nudge or slide a finger on the
map; the map moves in the
direction of the finger.
.
Fling a finger on the map; the
map will start scrolling in a short
continuous scroll.
.
Touch a finger on the location on
the map; the map recenters to
the location that was
touched on.
.
Touch a finger twice on a
location on the map; the map
zooms in one level to the
location that was touched
twice on.
When the map is recentered
away from being locked to the
vehicle position, the crosshairs
will show in the center of the
map. As the map continues to
be recentered, the crosshairs
will remain on the screen. When
the crosshairs are shown on the
screen, a callout with more
information displays. If the map
is moved from the current
location, the crosshairs will
disappear along with the callout.
.
Touch a finger on the callout
next to the crosshairs and the
destination details view displays.
From this view, route guidance
can be received or saved to the
vehicle's contact list.
.
When the map is recentered, the
straight-line distance from the
vehicle to the selected point is
displayed in the callout. In
addition, a heading direction in
the form of an arrow is displayed
to indicate the direction. The
arrow is shown in relation to the
current vehicle heading.
.
Touch a finger on a POI icon
shown on the map; the name of
the POI is shown in the address
callout, along with the city name
and state. If the callout is
selected, the destination details
view for the POI shown.
.
After panning the map away
from the vehicle, touch RESET
to return the map back to the
current position.
.
Touch the Overview button to
quickly get a view of the entire
route. The route Overview button
takes the place of the RESET
button while under route
guidance. Touch the RESET
button to return the map to the
current position.
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Navigation Symbols
Vehicle Address Callout
The map database is stored in the
internal flash memory that is used in
the navigation system.
Following are the most common
symbols that appear on a map
screen.
Tap on the vehicle icon; the current
address of the vehicle is overlaid on
the map next to the vehicle icon in a
callout. Another tap hides the
information.
Detailed Areas
Road network attributes are
contained in the map database for
detailed areas. Attributes include
information such as street names,
street addresses, and turn
restrictions. A detailed area includes
all major highways, service roads,
and residential roads. The detailed
areas include Places of Interest
(POIs) such as restaurants, airports,
banks, hospitals, police stations,
gas stations, tourist attractions, and
historical monuments. The map
database may not include data for
newly constructed areas or map
database corrections that are
completed after production. The
navigation system provides full
route guidance in the detailed map
areas.
Any address information about the
vehicle’s current location will be
shown, including the street, city, and
state names.
or
The symbol indicates the current
position and heading direction of the
vehicle on the map. When under
route guidance, a circle with an
arrow is added to the symbol which
indicates the direction to the
destination.
Tap on this callout to save the
current address to the vehicle
address book.
The destination symbol marks the
final destination after a route has
been planned.
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This symbol indicates the
recommended maneuver that
should be performed. Touch it to
display the turn list or waypoint list.
The waypoint symbol marks one or
more set waypoints.
A waypoint is a stopover destination
point added to the planned route.
The No GPS symbol appears when
there is no Global Positioning
System (GPS) satellite signal. When
the GPS is gone, the vehicle
position on the map may not be
accurate.
The estimated time to the
destination displays. Touch the
Arrival button to toggle between
duration time and distance to the
destination.
Autozoom
As a maneuver is being
approached, the map automatically
zooms in to give greater detail.
If lane guidance is available for the
maneuver, this is also shown.
When the system begins to
autozoom, it zooms in to its
minimum level. After the maneuver
is performed, the system slowly
zooms back out.
Destination
If route guidance is not active, touch
the NAV screen button on the Home
Page to access the map view.
Touch the Destination icon from the
map view to enter a destination.
Available methods of entering a
destination are Voice Recognition,
Address, Recent Destination,
Contacts, and POIs. Several options
can be selected to plan a route.
Some destination items may be
grayed out if no destination was
previously entered or saved.
If equipped, another way to enter a
destination is to connect to the
OnStar® system and ask an OnStar
Advisor to download a destination
into the embedded navigation
system. See OnStar®
System 0 209.
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Navigation Next Turn Maneuver
Alert
.
Address
.
Recent Destinations
.
Contacts
.
POIs (Points of Interest)
Touch the DESTINATION button
and the last used destination view is
shown. This mode is retained. The
initial default is Address.
alpha-numeric keyboard which
includes 1 through 0, A through Z in
QWERTY layout, hyphen, comma,
period, Space, and Sym which
would show additional characters
needed.
The keyboard can also be modified
to include characters appropriate for
the region configured in the vehicle
settings.
Touch the DESTINATION button to
go to the destination entry views.
Available Methods of Search
. Voice Recognition
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The navigation system may need to
get the attention of the driver in
certain situations.
If not in the navigation application
when a near maneuver prompt is
given, it is shown as an alert. The
alert contains the turn indicator and
button to display the main
navigation view, or dismiss the alert.
The alert also contains the name of
the street to turn on and a
countdown bar.
Alpha-Numeric Keyboard
The keyboard is used in multiple
locations throughout the system and
can be used with many features.
The navigation system uses the
@ GO : Touch to search for the
destination details of an address or
place of interest entered in the text
field. Once the GO screen button is
touched, the activity indicator
displays in the list of possible
matches.
| (Dropdown Arrow) : Touch to
display a list of matches.
When there are multiple matches, a
dropdown arrow is shown after the
autocomplete text. This dropdown
displays an entire list of matches.
Touch the appropriate match without
having to enter more text.
z (Delete) : Touch to delete the last
typed character. Touch and hold this
screen button to clear the entire text
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field. If the entire text field has been
deleted, this screen button becomes
an Undo button. Touching Undo will
restore the deleted text.
Exit : Touch to return to the
previous Map view.
Sym : Touch to show the symbol
keyboard.
characters, slide a finger left or right
to adjust the highlight of the special
character.
Special Character List
The following characters have
special characters beneath them:
Create a text file by using a simple
text editor software. Save this file
with a name and extension of .csv,
for example, “TomsPOI.csv.”
R (Up Arrow) : Touch to display
the Interaction Selector.
E : If equipped, touch to switch
Special Characters
As the characters are typed on the
keyboard, a pop-up of the letter
touched displays above the key that
was touched.
Continue to touch and hold, and any
additional special characters
associated with that letter are
displayed around the current letter.
To select one of the special
Once downloaded, the POI data
becomes a selectable destination in
the My POIs menu.
Creating a Text File with
Information
Space : Touch to enter a space
between characters or the words of
a name.
between Alpha-Numeric Keyboard
and Character Recognition.
After creating the predefined POIs,
they can be downloaded to the
infotainment system from either a
USB drive or SD card.
Creating and Downloading
Predefined POIs (My POIs)
In addition to the POIs already
stored in the Infotainment system,
predefined POIs can be created.
While creating a predefined POI, the
GPS coordinates for longitude and
latitude of the POI’s location and a
descriptive name will need to be
entered.
Enter the POI information into the
text file in the following format:
. Longitude coordinate, Latitude
coordinate, “Name of POI,”
“Additional information,” “Phone
number.”
Example: 7.0350000,
50.6318040, “Michaels Home,”
“123 Maple Lane,”
“02379234567.”
.
The GPS coordinates must be
expressed in decimal degrees
and can be taken from a
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geographical map. The
additional information and phone
number strings are optional.
the USB drive. All POIs found are
saved even if they are in multiple
folders.
.
The POI name and the
additional information string may
not exceed 60 characters.
.
POI information for each
destination address must be
entered in a single separate line.
Subfolders can also be created to
organize the POIs into categories,
for example, “F:\myPOIs
\Restaurants\TomsPOIs.csv.”
Storing the POI on a USB Drive
If the message is dismissed or
ignored, no POI information is
downloaded. This prompt will not
reoccur for the current ignition cycle.
In the root directory of a USB drive,
create a folder name “myPOIs,” for
example, “F:\” is the root directory of
the USB drive.
When the system is finished
downloading, a pop-up displays
asking to specify a category for the
new POIs, if desired.
In the “myPOIs” folder, store the text
file with your POIs, for example, “F:
\myPOIs\TomsPOIs.csv.”
Importing and Overwriting
Categories
Downloading the POI to the
Infotainment System
Connect the USB drive or SD card
containing the POI information to
the USB port or SD card slot of the
infotainment system. A message
displays prompting whether or not to
download the POI information from
When POIs are found on a media
device, the date of the file is
examined and compared to the date
for the files already in the system.
If the file being downloaded is
newer than the one on the system,
that particular category of POIs is
overwritten. Any other POIs that had
previously been saved in other
categories are not affected.
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Address Book Download
If an Address Book is found on the
connected USB device, the same
alert is used to indicate that
locations have been found and they
can be downloaded. If there is
already content in the vehicle
Address Book, the system prompts
if the stored content should be
overwritten. Select Save to
overwrite the existing Address Book
information. Select Cancel to abort
the import of information.
Browsing Downloaded POIs
Access the downloaded POIs by
selecting the My POIs list item in the
POIs list.
Edit My POIs
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Downloaded POIs can be edited at
a category level. These POIs can
either be deleted as an entire
category or be reassigned as
another category. To edit the
categories:
. Select the Edit button at the
main category view to edit the
POIs. Edit buttons display next
to each category name. There is
no POI browsing in this mode.
Only edit functions are available.
. Once an action such as deleting
or reassigning has been
selected, the changes are saved
immediately.
Changing POI Categories
POI categories can be assigned to a
different category by using the same
method as assigning a category for
an Address Book entry. When
editing, the right side of the screen
displays the current category name.
Deleting POI Categories
POI categories can be deleted by
selecting Edit and then Delete.
A pop-up displays to confirm the
deletion.
Saved Destinations
Select a saved destination from the
Contacts or Recent Destinations.
Contacts
Select the Contacts button to view
the vehicle’s contact list or a
connected Bluetooth device. Touch
the Change Contacts List screen
button to switch between the
vehicle’s contact list and the
Bluetooth device’s contact list. If a
particular contact has a single
address associated with it, that
contact has a Quick Route list item
function button next to it. Contacts
without this Quick Route button
either have multiple addresses or no
address at all. Touch the Quick
Route button to go to the
Destination Details view.
Touch on an address, either from
the Quick Route on the contact list
or a specific address from the
contact detail list, to go to the
destination view showing that
address on the map.
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Trips from Contacts can be saved
and recalled. The order is based on
when the trip was last used. When
the trips are saved, they are given a
default title of the final destination
name. If there are no saved trips,
this list item is hidden.
Favorite Destinations
. Destinations can be saved as
Favorites for recall later.
Depending on the favorite, when
an address or POI favorite is
recalled, the Destination Details
View is shown.
. When a favorite address is being
routed to, it is shown active.
Touch on the active favorite to
suspend that route.
. Save locations as Favorites for
recall later in the Destination
Details View.
. Save trips from the
Address Book.
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Storing Favorites from the Contact
Details List
Favorite locations can be stored
from the Map View.
A contact name or any of the
contact’s information such as phone
number or address from Contact
Details can be stored as a Favorite.
. Touch and hold on the favorite
location while viewing a contact
on the Contact Details List. The
contact name and all contact
information can be stored.
. Touch to save as a Favorite. The
favorite label will be the name of
the contact.
. Touch on the Favorite to display
the destination view.
If not under route guidance, the
current vehicle location will be
saved as a Favorite. If under route
guidance, the final destination will
be saved.
Storing Favorites from Map
Route Guidance
.
Touch GO to go to the main
navigation view and to start
route guidance.
.
If the system has an active
route, a pop-up will display,
“What would you like to do with
this destination?” The options
are: Add As Waypoint, Set New
Destination, or Cancel.
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If a waypoint is added, it is
placed in the location that leads
to the most efficient route.
There is a maximum number of
waypoints that can be added to
the system. When the maximum
number of waypoints has been
reached, a pop-up displays
indicating that a waypoint must
first be deleted before a new one
can be added. The system will
hold this waypoint into a
Pending Waypoints list and it will
automatically be added to the
route once a position is
available, either by arriving at a
waypoint, or by deleting one.
Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA)
and Distance
. When under route guidance, the
system shows the ETA or travel
time, or the driving distance.
. The ETA and travel time are
calculated using any available
traffic information.
.
If in a waypoint trip, the ETA,
travel time, and driving distance
are all shown relative to the final
destination.
.
The final ETA is shown taking
into consideration any time zone
crossings that the route has
traveled through.
.
Touch the ETA information area
to switch between the estimated
arrival time, total driving time
resulting, and driving distance.
Turn List
Touch on the next turn indicator
shown on the map to display the
turn list or waypoint list. The
Interaction Selector is minimized
automatically. Touch Q to reveal the
following options:
End Guidance
Touch the End Guidance screen
button to suspend the current route
in the turn list. When the End
Guidance screen button is touched,
the turn list is exited and the display
returns to the main map view.
Avoid Areas
Touch the Avoid Areas screen
button to select the highway name
that is to be avoided. The system
shows a pop-up asking how many
miles or if the entire road should be
avoided.
Turn List
Destination
Touch the Destination screen button
to add a waypoint or change the
destination while viewing the turn
list. When the Destination screen
button is touched, the display shows
the Destination screens.
.
When under a waypoint trip,
touch on the Turn List Interaction
Selector button to show the turn
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list. When entering a turn list, the
next maneuver instruction is
spoken.
.
The turn list title is the name or
address of the destination.
Touch on the information button
next to the name of the
destination to display the
destination information.
.
The turn list is sorted in order
with the next maneuver at the
top of the list and the
subsequent maneuvers listed
below it. The next maneuver is
always highlighted upon entry
into the Turn List to quickly show
what the next maneuver is.
.
.
Each maneuver indicates the
distance between it and the
previous maneuver or the
vehicle’s current location. The
next maneuver at the top will
count down until the maneuver
is reached, and then the next
maneuver will begin to
count down.
Each maneuver has an
estimated time of arrival based
on the current driving conditions.
Saved Trips
Waypoint trips can be saved for
later recall. Touch the Add button in
the waypoints list to save the trip to
the Saved Trips list in the vehicle’s
contacts list. When trips are saved,
they are given a default title of the
final destination. Saved trips can be
edited by selecting the Edit list item
button to access the edit screen for
the saved entry. The only field that
can be edited is the name field.
Touch on the name field to access
the keyboard view. Type the name
change. This change is
automatically saved when executed
by the keyboard.
The saved trip can also be deleted
from the edit mode. Touch the
delete button and a delete
confirmation pop-up will display.
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Waypoints
.
When under a waypoint trip,
touch on the next turn indicator
to bring up the waypoint list. The
last waypoint view is shown,
which could be Waypoints, Turn
List, or Edit.
.
The waypoint list is sorted in
order with the next waypoint at
the top of the list. Each waypoint
is indicated with a numbered
icon, starting with the next
waypoint.
.
To indicate what segment of the
route is for the next waypoint,
and what is for the remainder of
the route, they appear in
different colors.
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Optimized Route
. Touch the Optimize screen
button to optimize the current
waypoint trip.
. The optimization is done
according to how the
preferences are set for new
routes, for example, fastest
route, shortest distance, or eco
friendly.
. While the system is optimizing
the route, the waypoint trip has
the Activity Indicator displayed
over top of it. If the system is
calculating the ETA and travel
distance for a waypoint, the
Activity Indicator is displayed in
the list header.
. When either a waypoint trip is
first created, or additional
waypoints are added to an
existing waypoint trip, they are
added in the location that would
lead to an optimized route.
. If a destination is already
planned and a waypoint is
added, it is either added before
or after the current destination,
whichever leads to the most
optimal route.
.
Current Condition
If under an existing waypoint trip
consisting of two or more
destinations, any additional
waypoints are added in the
location that would lead to the
most optimal route.
Edit Route
. Touch the Edit Route screen
button to modify the order or
remove a waypoint from the
route. Touch the delete screen
button to remove a waypoint
from the route.
. A pop-up displays asking for
confirmation of the waypoint
deletion.
SiriusXM Weather (If
Equipped)
SiriusXM Weather is available on
the navigation system through a
service fee subscription.
From the Home Page, touch
WEATHER. The system displays
the current weather page.
The current weather page displays:
. Doppler Map with Weather
.
Forecast Information
.
Interaction Selector
.
Status
.
Time of Map Update
.
Applications Tray
Allow approximately 15 minutes for
the current weather in the area to
display.
Weather Regions
When in the weather application,
touch the MENU screen button to
display a split map.
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Weather Screen Not Under
Guidance
The list displayed on the left of the
split map allows changes to the
location.
Forecast Information
.
The map can be panned to
another location. The forecast
information is updated to the
new location.
.
The city and state update to
reflect the current location.
Doppler Map : The Doppler map is
shown with the vehicle location in
the center of the map.
.
Touch the RESET screen button
to reset the map back to the
current vehicle location.
City and State : The city and state
are displayed for the view currently
shown. The default is the current
city and state that the vehicle is in.
Weather Menu
The Doppler map and forecast
information displays a preview of
the map for the location selected.
The forecast information is for the
current weather or next available
forecast data.
The weather application uses the
navigation system to provide the
appropriate information for the
guidance route. When not under
guidance, it defaults to the current
location.
Touch the Exit screen button to
return to the main weather map.
Press one of the options displayed
on the Interaction Selector along the
bottom of the map screen to select
another function or display another
type of list.
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Touch MENU on the Weather
Interaction Selector along the
bottom of the map screen to display
the Weather Menu.
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Map Legend: Touch to display
the Map Legend.
Interaction Selector
The Interaction Selector at the
bottom of the screen can be used to
switch between different views
within the weather screen.
The options are:
. Weather Advisories: Any
weather advisories in effect for
the local area or while on route
are displayed in a list. Touch on
an advisory from the list to
display a screen that gives
additional details about the
advisory and shows the advisory
location on the map.
. Configure Weather Alerts: Touch
to access the Weather Alerts
menu. Touch the Weather Alerts
line item to turn the alerts On or
Off. Touch to select any one of
the other line items such as
High, Low, Informational to filter
the selected alerts for display,
while the others will be
suppressed.
These buttons are:
. ZOOM − or ZOOM +: Touch to
zoom the map in or out.
. RESET: Touch to reset the map
back to its original location.
. SEARCH: Touch to search for a
new weather map location. The
last destination screen displays.
Touch any button along the
bottom of the Interaction
Selector to help find a different
destination. These are g,
CITIES, and RECENT.
Touch g to activate voice
recognition. Say a city and state
or ZIP code. Follow the voice
prompts to find the desired
destination.
Touch CITIES to enter a city and
state or ZIP code.
Touch RECENT to display a list
of locations that were recently
viewed for weather.
Type a city or state name on the
keyboard screen to find the
weather. If the state is omitted,
the system assumes a city is
being searched for within the
current state. If the ZIP code is
typed, the system displays the
city associated with that
ZIP code.
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‐ If one match results from a
weather search, the system
returns to the map. The map
and forecast information
updates for that location.
‐ If there are multiple results
from the weather search, a list
of possible matches displays.
The map shows the first match
in the list along with the
current weather information in
the lower right corner.
.
.
.
HOURLY: Touch to display the
hourly forecast for the current
vehicle location. A forecast icon
is shown for each period
available.
36-HOUR: Touch to display the
current weather, six-hour
forecast, and tomorrow’s
weather. A forecast icon is
shown for each period available.
DAILY: Touch to display a daily
forecast for the next five days.
A forecast icon is shown for
each period available.
.
MENU: Touch to display the
current advisories, turn weather
alerts on or off, and view the
map legend.
.
ROUTE: Touch to display the
forecasted weather for the route.
This feature is only available
while under route guidance.
The map legend explains each type
of color or symbol on the map.
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To access the traffic features, touch
the Traffic screen button on the
Map Menu.
If traffic is not available because
there is no valid SiriusXM
subscription, a pop-up displays
information on how to reactivate the
subscription and SiriusXM radio ID.
Traffic Alert While Under Guidance
SiriusXM NavTraffic (If
Equipped)
The infotainment system may have
SiriusXM NavTraffic®. It is a
subscription service provided
through SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
A service fee is required to receive
the SiriusXM NavTraffic service.
Detailed traffic information is
delivered to the vehicle’s navigation
system by the SiriusXM Radio
satellites. SiriusXM NavTraffic
provides continuously updated
traffic information.
The service may be available in
more cities in the future. See
www.siriusxmnavtraffic.com for
more details on local coverage.
If data is received about a traffic
development on the route ahead, a
search for a better route is
performed. If a better route is found,
information may be displayed in an
alert. This alert displays the route
information and how much time may
be saved. If the alternative route is
accepted, the current route will be
altered.
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If the alert is not acknowledged, the
alert automatically times out and
does not modify the route.
Traffic Alert While Not Under
Guidance
showtimes are available for the
selected theater, this information is
shown in the additional details area
of this display.
The details shown depend on the
source of the information.
Details shown include:
. Movie Names
The detail view of the incident
shows any data about the incident
as well as how much time could be
saved by avoiding it. The map view
shows the incident, the original
route, and the suggested route.
If voice prompts are enabled, the
incident information is spoken.
Touch the TAKE NEW ROUTE
screen button to change to the new
route.
While driving and not under
guidance, the system can receive
data indicating an accident or slow
traffic flow. The information about
the incident or slow traffic is
displayed as an alert when the
incident is 5 km (3 mi) ahead. The
incident can be viewed on the map.
Touch the DISMISS screen button
to return to the previous map.
Movie Listings
A movie theater POI can be
searched through a POI search or
browsed through the POI category
structure. When the details for a
movie theater are shown, there is
additional information about the
theater. If movie titles and
.
Parental Ratings (G, PG-13,
R, etc.)
.
Showtimes
.
Runtime
Fuel Pricing
When SiriusXM information is
available for a particular fuel station,
the price displays for the regular
unleaded or diesel fuel, depending
on the fuel type configured in the
system.
This fuel station POI can either be
searched for through a POI search
or browsed through the POI
category structure.
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.
.
Touch the Sort button to change
the sort method. The default sort
method is based on distance
with the closest fuel stations at
the top of the list.
Touch the Sort button to cycle
through the sorting options of
distance, price, or name. The
last viewed sorting method is
displayed and retained over
ignition cycles.
If the sorting method of price has
been selected, the fuel stations in
the list will appear from the lowest to
the highest price based on the fuel
type selected. For gasoline, the
price shown is for regular unleaded.
When diesel is selected as the fuel
type, the diesel price is shown.
OnStar® System
If equipped, with an OnStar®
subscription, an OnStar Advisor can
download a destination to the
vehicle or into the built-in navigation
system. If an OnStar Turn-by-Turn
route is in progress, all other
internal navigation functions are
disabled until the route is
completed.
When navigation is selected, the
OnStar Turn-by-Turn screens
display.
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The following options display:
. Update Route (only shows if the
vehicle is off the route)
. Cancel Route
.
My Destination
.
Route Preview
.
Repeat
When the system is downloading a
route, the only option available is
Cancel Route. Once the route is
downloaded, the additional list items
display.
My Destination
Touch the MENU button to go to the
Turn-by-Turn menu.
If My Destination is selected, a
special version of the Maneuver
View displays. The Destination
Address is shown in the Street
Name field and the total distance to
the destination is shown in the
Distance to Maneuver View. Touch
the DONE button to return to the
Maneuver View.
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Route Preview
Repeat
Select Repeat to go back to the
Maneuver View. The audible
maneuver prompt is repeated.
No Active Route
.
If the vehicle is not equipped
with OnStar, the navigation
application icon is removed from
the home screen and
applications tray, so this view is
not accessible.
Mutually Exclusive from
Embedded Navigation
.
If Route Preview is selected, a
special version of the Maneuver
View displays.
.
Touch NEXT to display the next
maneuver information, including
distance between it and the
previous maneuver.
.
Touch PREV to display the
previous maneuver information,
including distance between it
and the previous maneuver.
While on the current maneuver,
the PREV button is hidden. If on
the last maneuver, the NEXT
button is hidden.
.
Touch the DONE button to return
to the Maneuver View.
There is no active route in these
cases:
. If the vehicle does not have
navigation and the navigation
application is selected from the
Home screen, a screen stating,
“No Active Route” displays.
Touch the Call OnStar button.
. If the system receives the
indication that there is an active
OnStar subscription, the help
text is displayed with instructions
on how to set up a route.
If the vehicle has both a built-in
navigation system and OnStar, the
system only allows one application
at a time. If an OnStar Turn-by-Turn
route is in progress, all other
internal navigation functions are
disabled until the route is
completed.
When the navigation application is
selected, OnStar Turn-by-Turn
screens display.
Canceling an Embedded Route
If a route is in progress using the
vehicle navigation system and an
OnStar Turn-by-Turn route is
requested, the vehicle navigation
system route is canceled
automatically.
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Canceling a Turn-by-Turn Route
If a route is in progress using the
OnStar Turn-by-Turn navigation
system, and a route is requested
using the vehicle navigation system,
a pop-up is displayed confirming
that the Turn-by-Turn route should
be canceled.
OnStar Canceling an Embedded
Navigation
OnStar is able to remotely cancel
the vehicle navigation system
routes. If an Advisor is requested
while connected to OnStar, all active
vehicle navigation routes in the
vehicle will be canceled. There will
be no confirmation, and this update
will immediately be reflected on the
display. Route guidance can be
resumed by selecting the Resume
To screen button in the Map Menu.
Global Positioning
System (GPS)
The position of the vehicle is
determined by using satellite
signals, various vehicle signals, and
map data.
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At times, other interference such as
the satellite condition, road
configuration, condition of the
vehicle, and/or other circumstances
can affect the navigation system's
ability to determine the accurate
position of the vehicle.
Vehicle Positioning
The GPS shows the current position
of the vehicle using signals sent by
GPS Satellites. When the vehicle is
not receiving signals from the
satellites, a symbol appears on the
map screen. See Navigation
Symbols 0 195.
.
The vehicle is driving on slippery
road surfaces such as sand,
gravel, or snow.
.
The vehicle is traveling on
winding roads or long straight
roads.
.
The vehicle is approaching a tall
building or a large vehicle.
.
The surface streets run parallel
to a freeway.
.
The vehicle has been transferred
by a vehicle carrier or a ferry.
.
The current position calibration
is set incorrectly.
.
The vehicle is traveling at high
speed.
.
The vehicle changes directions
more than once, or the vehicle is
turning on a turn table in a
parking lot.
This system might not be available
or interference can occur if any of
the following are true:
. Signals are obstructed by tall
buildings, trees, large trucks,
or a tunnel.
. Satellites are being repaired or
improved.
For more information if the GPS is
not functioning properly, see
Problems with Route Guidance
0 212 and If the System Needs
Service 0 212.
At times, the position of the vehicle
on the map could be inaccurate due
to one or more of the following
reasons:
. The road system has changed.
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The vehicle is entering and/or
exiting a parking lot, garage, or a
lot with a roof.
.
The GPS signal is not received.
.
A roof carrier is installed on the
vehicle.
.
Tire chains have been installed.
.
The tires are replaced or worn.
.
The tire pressure for the tires is
incorrect.
.
This is the first navigation use
after the map data is updated.
.
The 12-volt battery is
disconnected for several days.
.
The vehicle is driving in heavy
traffic where driving is at low
speeds, and the vehicle is
stopped and started repeatedly.
.
Route guidance might not be
available when using automatic
rerouting for the next right or
left turn.
.
The route might not be changed
when using automatic rerouting.
.
There is no route guidance when
turning at an intersection.
.
Plural names of places might be
announced occasionally.
To recalibrate the vehicle's position
on the map, park with the vehicle
running for two to five minutes, until
the vehicle position updates. Make
sure the vehicle is parked in a
location that is safe and has a clear
view of the sky and away from large
obstructions.
.
It could take a long time to
operate automatic rerouting
during high-speed driving.
If the System Needs
Service
.
Automatic rerouting might
display a route returning to the
set waypoint if heading for a
destination without passing
through a set waypoint.
If the navigation system needs
service and the steps listed here
have been followed but there are
still problems, see Problems with
Route Guidance 0 212.
.
The route prohibits the entry of a
vehicle due to a regulation by
time or season or any other
regulation which may be given.
Problems with Route
Guidance
Inappropriate route guidance can
occur under one or more of the
following conditions:
. The turn was not made on the
road indicated.
.
Some routes might not be
searched.
.
The route to the destination
might not be shown if there are
new roads, if roads have
recently changed, or if certain
roads are not listed in the map
data. See Maps 0 195.
Map Data Updates
The map data in the vehicle is the
most up-to-date information
available when the vehicle was
produced. The map data is updated
periodically, provided that the map
information has changed.
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For questions about the operation of
the navigation system or the update
process, contact the GM Nav Disc
Center toll-free phone number,
1-877-NAV-DISC (1-877-628-3472)
or go to the center’s website,
www.gmnavdisc.com. If updates are
needed, call the GM Nav Disc
Center or order online.
To order, have the vehicle’s Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN)
available to ensure the correct and
most up-to-date map data for the
vehicle is sent. See Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) 0 393.
Database Coverage
Explanations
Coverage areas vary with respect to
the level of map detail available for
any given area. Some areas feature
greater levels of detail than others.
If this happens, it does not mean
there is a problem with the system.
As the map data is updated, more
detail can become available for
areas that previously had limited
detail. See Map Data
Updates 0 212.
Voice Recognition
Voice recognition allows for
hands-free operation within the
navigation, audio, phone, and
weather applications. This feature
can be started by pressing the g
button on the steering wheel or by
touching the g on the touchscreen
display.
However, not all features within
these areas are supported by voice
commands. Generally, only complex
tasks that require multiple manual
interactions to complete are
supported by voice commands.
For example, tasks that take more
than one or two button presses such
as selecting a song or artist to play
from a media device would be
supported by voice commands.
Other tasks, like adjusting the
volume or seeking up or down, are
audio features that are easily
performed by pressing one or two
buttons, and are not supported by
voice commands.
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Voice recognition can be used when
the ignition is on or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0 264.
Using Voice Recognition
Voice recognition becomes available
once the system has been
initialized. This begins when the
ignition is turned on. Initialization
may take a few moments.
1. Press g on the steering wheel
control to activate voice
recognition, or touch g on the
infotainment touchscreen on
the center stack.
2. The audio system mutes and
the system plays a prompt
followed by a beep.
3. Wait until after the beep
completes, then clearly speak
one of the commands
described in this section.
A voice recognition system
prompt can be interrupted while
it is playing by pressing g
again.
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For example, if the prompt
seems to be taking too long to
finish, press g again and the
beep should happen
right away.
There are two voice prompt modes
supported:
. Long verbal prompts: The longer
prompts provide more
information regarding the
supported actions.
. Short prompts: The short
prompts provide simple
instructions about what can be
stated.
If a selection is made using a
manual control, the dialog will
progress in the same way as if the
selection was made through a voice
command. Once the system is able
to complete the task, or the session
is terminated, the voice recognition
dialog stops.
An example of this type of manual
intervention is touching an entry of a
displayed number list instead of
speaking the number associated
with the entry desired.
Canceling Voice Recognition
.
If a command is not spoken, the
voice recognition system says a
help prompt.
Prompts and Screen Displays
While a voice recognition session is
active, there will be corresponding
buttons on screens displayed.
Manual interaction in the voice
recognition session is permitted.
Interaction during a voice session
may be completed entirely using
voice commands, or some
selections may expedite a session.
.
Touch the Home screen button.
Touching this button will
terminate a voice recognition
session which was initiated by
touching the button on the radio
touchscreen.
Touch or say “Cancel” or “Exit”
to terminate the voice
recognition session and display
the screen from which voice
recognition was initiated.
.
Press c on the steering wheel
controls to terminate the voice
session and display the screen
from which voice recognition
was initiated.
Most languages do not support
natural language commands in
sentence form. For those
languages, use direct commands
like the examples shown on the
display.
Helpful Hints for Speaking
Commands
Voice recognition can understand
commands that are either naturally
stated in sentence form, or direct
commands that state the application
and the task.
For best results:
. Listen for the prompt and wait
for the beep before saying a
command or reply.
. Say “Help” or look at the screen
display for example commands.
. Voice recognition prompt can be
interrupted while it is playing by
pressing g again.
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For example, if the prompt
seems to be taking too long to
finish, to speak the command
without waiting for the prompt to
complete, press g again and
wait for the beep.
.
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Speak the command naturally,
not too fast, not too slow. Use
direct commands without a lot of
extra words.
Usually Phone and Audio
commands can be spoken in a
single command.
For example, “Call David Smith
at work,” “Play” followed by the
artist or song name, or “Tune”
followed by the radio station
number.
.
Navigation destinations are too
complex for a single command.
First, state a command that
explains the type of destination
needed, such as I want
directions to an “Address,”
“Navigate to an intersection,” “I
need to find a Place of Interest
or POI,” or “Directions to a
Contact.” The system responds
with requesting more details.
After saying “Place of Interest,”
only major chains are available
by name. Chains are businesses
with at least 20 locations. For
other POIs, say the name of a
category like “Restaurants,”
“Shopping Malls,” or “Hospitals.”
Most languages do not support
natural language commands in
sentence form. For those
languages, use direct commands
like the examples shown on the
display.
There is no need to memorize
specific command words. Direct
commands might be more clearly
understood by the system. An
example of a direct command would
be “Call 555-1212.” Examples of
these direct commands are
displayed on most of the screens
while a voice session is active.
If “Phone” or “Phone Commands,” is
stated, the system understands that
a phone call is requested and will
respond with questions until enough
details are gathered.
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If the phone number has been
saved with a name and a place, the
direct command should include
both, for example “Call David Smith
at work.”
Using Voice Recognition for
List Options
When a list is displayed, a voice
prompt will ask to confirm or select
an option from that list. A selection
can be made by manually selecting
the item, or by speaking the line
number for the item to select.
When a screen contains a list, there
may be options that are available
but not displayed. The list on a
voice recognition screen functions
the same as a list on other screens.
Scrolling or flinging can be used to
help display other entries from
the list.
Manually scrolling or paging the list
on a screen during a voice
recognition session suspends the
current voice recognition event and
plays the prompt “Make your
selection from the list using the
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manual controls, press q BACK on
the faceplate, or touch the Back
screen button to try again.”
infotainment touchscreen. Press the
Dismiss button to make the pop-up
go away.
If manual selection takes more than
15 seconds, the session terminates
and prompts that it has timed out.
The screen returns to the screen
where voice recognition was
initiated.
Pressing g while the help prompt is
playing will terminate the prompt
and a beep will be heard. Doing this
will stop the help prompt so that a
voice command can be used.
The Back Command
Say “Back” or press q BACK on the
faceplate, or touch the Back screen
button to go to the previous screen.
If in voice recognition, and “Back” is
stated all the way through to the
initial screen, then “Back” is stated
one more time, the voice recognition
session will cancel.
Help
Say “Help” on any voice recognition
screen and the help prompt for the
screen is played. Additionally, a
pop-up displays a text version of the
help prompt. Depending on how
voice recognition was initiated, the
Help pop-up will either display on
the instrument cluster or the
Voice Recognition for the
Radio
All audio screens have a voice
recognition button (g) to launch
audio voice recognition. If the voice
button is touched in a radio screen,
the voice commands for radio and
media features are available.
“Switch to AM” : Switch bands to
AM and tune to the last AM radio
station.
“Tune to
AM” :
Tune to the radio station whose
frequency is identified in the
command (like “nine fifty”).
“Tune to FM” :
Tune to the radio station whose
frequency is identified in the
command (like “one oh one
point one”).
“Tune to XM ” : Tune to the XM radio
station whose channel number is
identified in the command.
“Tune to XM ” : Tune to the XM radio
station whose channel name is
identified in the command.
Voice Recognition for Audio
My Media
“Switch to FM” : Switch bands to
FM and tune to the last FM radio
station.
If browsing My Media when the
voice button is selected, the voice
recognition commands for My Media
features are available.
“Switch to XM” : Switch bands to
XM and tune to the last XM channel.
“Play Artist” : Begin a dialog to
enter a specific artist name.
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“Play Artist ” :
Begin playback of the media
selection identified in the command.
name is the name displayed on the
screen when the device is first
selected as an audio source.
“Play Album” : Begin a dialog to
enter a specific album name.
“Play Chapter” : Begin a dialog to
enter a specific name.
“Play Album ” :
Begin playback of the identified
album name in the command.
“Play Chapter ” :
Begin playback of the media
selection identified in the command.
“Play Song” : Begin a dialog to
enter a specific song name.
“Play Audiobook” : Begin a dialog
to enter a specific name.
“Play Song ” : Begin
playback of the identified song
name in the command.
“Play Audiobook ” : Begin playback of the
media selection identified in the
command.
“Play Genre” : Begin a dialog to
enter a specific genre.
“Play Genre ” :
Begin playback of the media
selection identified in the command.
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