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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Battery and Efficiency. . . . . . . . 1-19
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-51
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-59
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Electric Vehicle Operating
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-47
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-66
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-71
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-71
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
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OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 10-76
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-80
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-2
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-14
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
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Using this Manual 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.
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
{ Danger
Text marked { Danger provides information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life.
specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language manual can be
obtained from your dealer, at
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On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
ce guide en français auprès du
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savant:
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{ Warning
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{ Caution
Text marked { Caution provides information that may indicate a hazard that could result in injury or death. It could also result in possible damage to the vehicle.
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.”
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 : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.
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. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) i / g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® I : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System (12-Volt Battery) I : Cruise Control f : Electric Parking Brake d : Electronic Stability Control (ESC) B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps y : Fault g : First Responder
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. : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ( : Heated Steering Wheel _ : High Voltage I : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders g : StabiliTrak® Disable 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor i : Traction Control System (TCS) Disable r : Vehicle Ready M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Head Restraint
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Passenger Sensing
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-13
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Vehicle Features
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-15
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Lane Departure
Side Blind Zone
Rear Vision
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-17
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Active Emergency Braking
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Universal Remote System . . . 1-18
Battery and Efficiency
High Voltage Safety
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 1-23
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-25
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-25
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
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Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents on page 8-7. 2. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6-1. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6-5.
3. Regen on Demand Paddles. See
4.
Regenerative Braking on page 9-32. Instrument Cluster on page 5-7. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-38. 5. Power Button on page 9-16. 6. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5-3.
7. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6-5. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-56.
8. Charging Status Indicator (CSI). See Charging Status Feedback on page 9-60.
9. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System on page 6-4.
Infotainment on page 7-1.
10. 11. Glove Box Button. See Glove
Box on page 4-1. Parking Assist Button. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-47.
12. Electric Parking Brake on
13.
page 9-30. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-6.
14. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-17. 15. Hood Release. See Hood on
page 10-6.
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16. Cruise Control on page 9-36.
Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-39 (If Equipped). Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-50 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel on page 5-2.
17. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 5-2.
18. Horn on page 5-3. 19. Steering Wheel Controls on
page 5-2. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-38.
20. Heated Front Seats on page 3-8 (If Equipped).
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21. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control on page 9-33. MODE Button. See Driver Mode Control on page 9-35 (If Equipped).
22. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive
Unit on page 9-28.
23. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8-1.
Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. 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 Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within range. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Press the key release button to extend the key. The key can be used for the trunk. K : Press once to unlock the driver door. Press a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Q : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. / : Press and release Q and then immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning
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. Press the POWER O button on the center stack, with the brake pedal applied, then press the POWER O button again to turn the vehicle off.
See Remote Start on page 2-8.
Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from the outside, press Q or K on the RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2.
systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Start on page 2-8. L : Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm. i : Press and hold to release the trunk. See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2.
Remote Start Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on. Activating Remote Start 1. Aim the transmitter at the
vehicle.
3.
2. Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter; the doors will lock. Immediately press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash, or for at least four seconds. Pressing / again during a remote start will turn the feature off.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press the POWER O button on the center stack with the brake pedal applied to operate as normal. Canceling Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do any of the following: . Aim the transmitter at the
vehicle.
. Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
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For Keyless Access, the trunk can be opened while the vehicle is locked by pressing the touch pad above the license plate when the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. Close the trunk by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. See Trunk on page 2-13.
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For Keyless Access, the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle sensor (1). Grip and press to open. To lock or unlock the door from the inside, press the power door lock switch (2). To open the door press the door latch button (3). If the vehicle is stationary, the door latch button unlatches an unlocked door. See Door Locks on page 2-10. If the vehicle has lost battery power, the doors can be opened manually. See Power Door Locks on page 2-11.
Trunk Release
To open the trunk the vehicle must be off or the shift lever must be in P (Park). . Press | on the driver door. . Press and hold i on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
. Press the touch pad on the rear
of the trunk above the license plate when all doors are unlocked.
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The driver power window switches control all the windows. The passenger switch only controls that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch to raise it. See Power Windows on page 2-19.
Seat Adjustment
Power Seats
To adjust the 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 seat by
moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-4.
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Lumbar Adjustment
Lumbar Support
To adjust the lumbar support: . Press and hold the control
forward to increase or rearward to decrease lumbar support.
. Press and hold the control up to raise or down to lower the height of the lumbar support.
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Seatback Bolster Support
Reclining Seatbacks
Easy Entry Seat
If equipped, to adjust the bolster support: . Press and hold the control up to
increase seatback bolster support.
. Press and hold the control down
to decrease seatback bolster support.
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.
To adjust the seatback:
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.
1. Seat Adjustment Switch 2. Folding Seatback Handle The front seats can be moved out of the way to make it easier to get in and out of the rear seat. To fold the seatback, lift the handle (2) on top of the seatback. The seatback will fold forward. To move the seat forward, press and hold the front of the switch (1) on the outboard side of the upper
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seatback. To move the seat rearward, press and hold the rear of the switch (1). See Easy Entry Seat on page 3-3.
Memory Features
See Memory Seats on page 3-6 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Heated Seats
The SET, "1," "2," and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and power tilt and telescoping steering column.
The buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/ RUN/START. Press J or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback.
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Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes. See Heated Front Seats on page 3-8.
Auto Heated Seats The controls can be accessed while the vehicle is on by pressing the CLIMATE button on the center stack. Press the touch screen J AUTO or z AUTO button. The button color will change to green when this feature is on. When the vehicle is on, this feature will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the vehicle’s interior temperature.
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The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack. Use the touch screen button or the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated seats off. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the auto heated seats feature will not activate that seat. The auto heated seats feature can be programmed to always be enabled when the vehicle is on. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51 and Climate Controls on page 1-14.
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 on page 3-2
and Power Seat Adjustment on
page 3-4.
. How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly on page 3-13. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-14. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-39.
Safety Belts
Passenger Sensing System
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: . Safety Belts on page 3-11.
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The rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors. See Heated Mirrors on page 2-18. Interior Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. The mirror will automatically reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-18.
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 on page 3-25. The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-16.
Mirror Adjustment
Exterior 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. See Folding Mirrors on page 2-18.
Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door. To adjust a mirror: 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 in the desired direction.
3. Return the selector switch to the
center position.
See Power Mirrors on page 2-17.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps There are front and rear dome lamps in the overhead console and headliner.
Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and the headliner. These lamps come on when any door is opened. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off:
Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. To set the power tilt wheel memory position, see Memory Seats on page 3-6.
Front Reading Lamps
To change the dome lamp settings, press: OFF: Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open. DOOR: The lamps come on when a door is opened. ON: Turns the lamps on.
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Rear Reading Lamps Press m or n next to each reading lamp. For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-6.
Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lever. 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. In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the electric drive unit is shifted out of P (Park). AUTO: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. ; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1 and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6-4.
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Windshield Wiper/Washer
With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the lever to select the wiper speed. HI: Use for fast wipes. LO: Use for slow wipes.
INT: Move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the x INT band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. To turn the Rainsense
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feature on or off, see “Rain Sense Wipers” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down. n L : Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3.
Climate Controls
The climate control buttons and the touch screen are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Climate Control Buttons
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
2. Fan Control 3. OFF (Fan) 4. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats
5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. Defrost 7. Rear Window Defogger 8. Recirculation
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9. Air Delivery Mode Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.
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Vehicle Features
Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.
Cruise Control
Climate Touch Screen Controls
1. Outside Air Temperature Display 2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Fan Control 4. Climate Modes: MIN, ECO, MAX 5. SYNC (Synchronized
Temperature)
6. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button)
7. Climate Power Gauge 8. Driver and Passenger Auto
Heated Seats
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J : Press to turn the system on and off. A white cruise control indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on. +RES: Press the control up briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. To increase speed by 1 km/h or 1 mph, press +RES up to the first detent. To increase speed to the next 5 km/h or 5 mph mark on the speedometer, press +RES up to the second detent. 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. To decrease speed by 1 km/h or 1 mph, press SET− down to the first detent. To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h or 5 mph mark on the speedometer, press SET− down to the second detent.
* : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control on page 9-36 or Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-39 (if equipped).
Infotainment System See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
y or z : Move SEL up or down to go to the previous or next selection. S or T : Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press S to go back to the previous menu. SEL: Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-38.
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Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a green indicator 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 on page 9-50.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) LDW is intended to help avoid unintentional lane departures at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings. The LDW indicator, @, appears green if a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane, the
indicator will change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound, or the driver seat will pulse. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-56.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If equipped, SBZA will detect vehicles in the next lane over in the vehicle's side blind zone area. When this happens, the SBZA display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-54.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the center stack display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
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See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-47.
Ultrasonic Parking Assist Ultrasonic Front and Rear Park Assist (UFRPA) uses sensors on the front and rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). UFRPA 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. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-47.
Active Emergency Braking System If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) it also has the Active Emergency Braking System, which includes the Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System. These systems can automatically brake the
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vehicle to help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes while moving forward. See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9-53.
Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle has two accessory power outlets:
Inside the front center console. Inside the center console bin behind the shift lever.
Lift the cover to access the accessory power outlet. See Power Outlets on page 5-6.
Universal Remote System
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist with programming the Universal Remote system. See Universal Remote System on page 5-59.
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.
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Battery and Efficiency
High Voltage Safety Information
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Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training. High voltage components are identified by labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery.
If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high voltage system. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle will not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed. Before the vehicle can be operated again, it must be serviced at your dealer.
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Damage to the high voltage battery or high voltage system can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire. If the vehicle is damaged from a crash, flood, fire, or other event it may be necessary to have the vehicle inspected. Contact Customer Assistance as soon as possible to determine whether an inspection is needed. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13-3.
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See Battery on page 10-23 for important safety information. If an airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? on page 3-24. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. See Battery on page 10-23.
Charging This section explains the process for charging the high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in. It is recommended that the vehicle be plugged in when temperatures are below 0°C (32°F) and above 32°C (90°F) to maximize high voltage battery life. When using a 120-volt AC electrical outlet, it will take approximately 12.5 hours to charge the vehicle
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with the 12 amp AC current setting or 18 hours using the default 8 amp AC current setting. When using a 240-volt charging station, it will take approximately five hours to charge the vehicle. Charge times will vary with outside temperature. There are three ways to program how the vehicle is charged. See Programmable Charging on page 5-29. The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned off. Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be caused by the electrical devices used while charging. While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven. Charging
Start Charge 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked
and turned off.
2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door in and release to open the door. In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the area before attempting to open or close the charge port door.
4. Plug the charge cord into the
electrical outlet. See Electrical Requirements for Battery Charging on page 9-66. Verify the charge cord status. See the charge cord user guide. See Charge Cord on page 9-64. Select the appropriate charge level using the Select Charge Level Preference screen on the center stack. See “Charge Level Selection” under Programmable Charging on page 5-29.
3. Open the rear trunk, lift the left
load support floor cover, and remove the charge cord. Pull up on the charge cord handle to release. The vehicle plug is stored as shown.
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5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the
charge cord into the charge port on the vehicle. Verify that the charging status indicator illuminates on top of the instrument panel and a horn chirp occurs. See Charging Status Feedback on page 9-60.
Charge Cord Theft Alert This vehicle has a Charge Cord Theft Alert. To enable this feature, see "Charge Cord Theft Alert" in Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. The system can be armed and disarmed using the door lock function on the RKE transmitter.
End Charge 1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.
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Important Information About Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’s electrical system more than a typical household appliance.
. Before you plug in to any
electrical outlet, have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the electrical system (electrical outlet, wiring, junctions, and protection devices) for heavy-duty service at a 12 amp continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.
2. Disconnect the vehicle plug of
the charge cord from the vehicle.
3. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly on the rearward edge of the door surface.
4. Unplug the charge cord from the
electrical outlet.
5. Place the charge cord into the
storage compartment.
Charge Cord See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15. A portable charge cord used to charge the vehicle high voltage battery is stored under the load support floor covering in the trunk.
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. When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is weather-proof while in use. . Mount the charging cord to
reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug.
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Improper use of portable electric vehicle charge cords may cause a fire, electrical shock, or burns, and may result in damage to property, serious injury, or death. . Do not use extension cords,
multi-outlet power strips, splitters, grounding adaptors, surge protectors, or similar devices.
. Do not use an electrical outlet
that is worn or damaged, or one that will not hold the plug firmly in place.
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Using a charge level that exceeds the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity may start a fire or damage the electrical circuit. Use the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects your electrical circuit capacity. Use the lowest charge level if the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity is not known.
. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded. . Do not use an electrical outlet
that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.
See the charge cord user guide. Charge Cord Status Indicators See “Charge Cord Status Indicators” in the charge cord user guide. Charge Level Selection Charge level selection can be made using the Select Charge Level Preference setting on the center stack. See “Charge Level Selection” under Programmable Charging on page 5-29.
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Fueling The fuel system on this vehicle requires a refueling process to control evaporative emissions. To refuel the vehicle:
2. When the READY TO REFUEL message displays, the fuel door on the passenger side will unlock. Push the rearward edge of the fuel door in and release to open the door.
3. Turn the fuel cap
counterclockwise to remove. While refueling, hang the fuel cap tether from the hook on the inside of the fuel door. Complete refueling within 30 minutes of pressing the fuel door button on the driver door. If refueling more than 30 minutes, press the fuel door button again.
1. Press the fuel door button on the
driver door for one second. A WAIT TO REFUEL message displays on the Driver Information Center.
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4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel
cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks. Close the fuel door.
See Filling the Tank on page 9-68.
Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it back into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the high voltage battery system, contributing to increased energy efficiency. Regen on Demand™ This feature will slow the vehicle by recapturing energy using the steering wheel paddles. See Regenerative Braking on page 9-32.
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Service
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Never try to do your own service on high voltage components. You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these high voltage components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10-5.
. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button Y again to turn traction control back on. To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button Y on the center console until g and i illuminate in the instrument cluster. The appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-48.
. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
Y again to turn on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-33.
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. StabiliTrak assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
To turn off TCS, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button Y on the center console. i illuminates in the instrument cluster. The appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-48.
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Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's 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 on page 9-12. 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
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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 on page 10-49.
Engine Oil Life System 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. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Display RESET OIL LIFE on the
DIC menu. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-38.
2. Press and hold SEL for several
seconds while the Oil Life display is active to reset the Oil Life system.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-12.
Driving for Better Energy Efficiency Use the following tips to help maximize energy efficiency and range. In colder temperatures, while these efficiency tips will help, the electric vehicle driving range may be lower due to higher energy usage. Driving Style
Efficiency Gauge (Instrument Cluster) The leaf indicator or green ring indicator should be kept green and in the center of the gauge.
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Inefficient acceleration is indicated when the ring turns yellow or the leaf turns yellow and travels above the center of the gauge. Aggressive braking is indicated when the ring turns yellow or the leaf turns yellow and travels below the center of the gauge.
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Avoid unnecessary rapid accelerations and decelerations. Electric range is maximized at 80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher speeds use more energy and can significantly reduce electric range. Use cruise control when appropriate. Plan ahead for decelerations and coast whenever possible. For example, do not rush to traffic signals. Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast. The vehicle recovers energy while coasting and braking in D (Drive) or L (Low).
Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection Use Tour Mode when possible. Sport Mode provides more responsive acceleration than Tour Mode, but can reduce efficiency. Use Mountain Mode prior to climbing long, steep grades in mountainous areas. Be sure to engage Mountain Mode before starting to climb. Mountain Mode reduces electric range and power, but may be needed to maintain speeds above 96 km/h (60 mph) when climbing grades of 5% or greater. Use Hold Mode on a trip where all or most of the electric charge will be depleted. Use Hold Mode mainly during highway or high-speed driving to maximize both electric vehicle miles and fuel efficiency. Use L (Low) in heavy stop-and-go traffic or when traveling downhill.
L (Low) requires less brake pedal application and provides a controlled, efficient way to slow the vehicle down. Climate Setting Using the heat and air conditioning systems decreases the energy available for electric driving. Optimal energy efficiency is achieved with the heat, air conditioning, and fan turned off. Less energy is used at low fan speeds. When using the fan: . MIN is the most energy efficient climate setting as long as 0 is not selected.
. ECO is for moderate air conditioning and heater operation and is the next most energy efficient setting as long as 0 is not selected.
. MAX mode provides the most comfort but is the least energy efficient.
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Use the auto heated seat feature instead of climate settings. Heating the seat uses less energy than heating the vehicle interior. Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Engine Assisted Heating while plugged in can be personalized. See Remote Start on page 2-8. In hot weather, avoid parking in direct sunlight or use sunshades inside the vehicle. Turn off the front and rear window defog/defrost when they are no longer needed. Avoid driving with the windows open at highway speeds. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Vehicle Charging/Maintenance
Charging Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully charged, to keep the battery temperature ready for the next drive. This is important when outside temperatures are extremely hot or cold.
Maintenance Always keep the tires properly inflated and the vehicle properly aligned. The weight of excess cargo in the vehicle affects efficiency and range. Avoid carrying more than is needed. If fuel is not regularly used, consider keeping the fuel tank only one-third full. Excess fuel weight impacts efficiency and range. For fuel recommendations, see Fuel on page 9-66.
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Avoid unnecessary use of electrical accessories. Power used for functions other than propelling the vehicle will reduce electric vehicle range. Using a rooftop carrier will reduce efficiency due to additional weight and drag.
Roadside Service
U.S.: 1-888-811-1926
Canada: 1-800-882-1112
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
New vehicles are automatically
enrolled in the Roadside Service
program.
See Roadside Service on
page 13-5.
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OnStar® If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
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Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-13
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . 2-15
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-16
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-18
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Keys and Locks
Keys
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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.
The key that is part of the RKE transmitter can be used for the trunk.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within range. See “Keyless Access Operation” following. The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15. If there is a decrease in the 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.
To remove the key, press the button near the bottom of the transmitter, and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. See your dealer if a new key is needed. Contact Roadside Service if locked out of the vehicle. See Roadside Service on page 13-5.
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personalization. See “Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. This may vary based on vehicle personalization. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds. Press again to cancel the panic alarm. / (Remote Vehicle Start): Press and release Q and then immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the vehicle from outside using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Start on page 2-8. i (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold to release the trunk.
Keyless Access Operation To lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk, the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door or trunk. Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first touch pad press from the