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page 6-4. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-56 (If Equipped). Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-47 (If Equipped).

8. Light Sensor. See Automatic

Headlamp System on page 6-3. Infotainment on page 7-1.

9. 10. Data Link Connector (DLC)

(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-16.

11. Front Storage on page 4-2. 12. Hood Release. See Hood on

page 10-4.

13. Cruise Control on page 9-37. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-50 (If Equipped).

14. Steering Wheel Adjustment on

page 5-2.

15. Horn on page 5-3.

page 5-2 (If Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-27. Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9-16.

17.

18. Heated and Ventilated Front

Seats on page 3-9 (If Equipped).

19. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-27. 20. Parking Brake on page 9-32.

Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-34. 21. Dual Automatic Climate Control

System on page 8-1.

22. CD Player (If Equipped). See

Infotainment on page 7-1.

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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 RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. The RKE transmitter can have one of the two symbols for the remote trunk release.

Press the button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks. This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start.

With Remote Start Shown

K : Press to unlock the driver door or all doors. Q : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. V or Y : Press and hold to release the trunk.

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7 : Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with this feature, the engine can be started from outside the vehicle. Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the

vehicle.

2. Press and release Q. 3.

Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.

When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the vehicle on and then off.

The time can be extended on a remote start. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-9.

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Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors:

From inside the vehicle, use the door lock knob or the power door lock controls. Pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it. From outside, use the key, or press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

See Door Locks on page 2-11. Power Door Locks The power door lock controls are on the front door panels. K : Press to unlock all doors. Q : Press to lock all doors. See Power Door Locks on page 2-11.

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Trunk Release To open the trunk, press V or Y on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock all doors and then press the touch pad above the license plate. To open the trunk from inside the vehicle, press the trunk release button on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park) or off. See Trunk on page 2-13.

Windows

Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. See Power Windows on page 2-20.

3. Try to move the seat back and

forth to be sure it is locked in place.

Seat Height Adjuster

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats

Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch when the desired height is reached. See Seat Adjustment on page 3-4.

To adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of

the seat.

2. Slide the seat to the desired

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Power Seats

Lumbar Adjustment

Reclining Seatbacks

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

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To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or

rearward by moving 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.

To adjust the lumbar support: . Press and hold the front or rear

of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. If equipped, press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower lumbar support.

. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-5.

See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-5.

To recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to

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To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to

make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-6.

Memory Features

Heated and Ventilated Seats

To adjust a power seatback: Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.

If equipped, the “1,” “2,” and SET buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions. See Memory Seats on page 3-7 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown, Heated Seat

Buttons Similar

If available, the buttons are part of the climate control system on the center stack. To operate, the ignition and the climate control system must be on. If the climate control system is off, press the O button to turn it on.

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Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press C or {, if equipped, to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled. 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 lights near the heated or ventilated seat symbol on the display indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-9.

Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

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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 Seat Adjustment on page 3-4.

Safety Belts

. 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 3-40.

Passenger Sensing System

United States

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: . Safety Belts on page 3-12.

Canada and Mexico

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The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-25 for important information.

To adjust the mirrors: 1. Turn the control knob to select the L (Left) or R (Right) mirror.

2. Push the control knob left, right, up, or down to adjust the mirror.

Vehicles with the memory feature can store a preferred mirror position. See Memory Seats on page 3-7 and Power Mirrors on page 2-18.

Manual Folding Mirrors The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position. See Folding Mirrors on page 2-18.

Automatic Dimming Feature If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. See Power Mirrors on page 2-18. Interior Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.

Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from headlamps. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2-19.

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-19. Vehicles with OnStar® have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

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Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps.

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.

( : Turns the lamps off. H : Turns the lamps on when any door is opened. ' : Keeps the lamps on all the time.

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Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. # or $ : Press to turn each lamp on or off. For more information, see Dome Lamps on page 6-5.

Exterior Lighting

The front reading lamps are in the overhead console.

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 off again to reactivate the AUTO mode. AUTO: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. ; : Turns on the parking lamps, together with the sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. 2 : Turns on the headlamps, together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on

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. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

on page 6-2. Fog Lamps on page 6-4.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. HI: Use for fast wipes. LO: Use for slow wipes.

INT: Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the 3 INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF: Use to turn the wipers off. 8 : For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. n L : Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3.

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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls

2. Heated and Ventilated Front

Seats

3. Fan Control

4. Air Delivery Mode Controls 5. Defrost 6. SYNC (Synchronized

Temperature)

7. Power 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) 9. Recirculation/Auto Recirculation 10. Rear Window Defogger 11. AUTO (Automatic Operation) See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.

Transmission

Automatic Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC) Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows shifting an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever. See Manual Mode on page 9-29.

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Vehicle Features

Steering Wheel Controls

For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. g : Press 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. S or T : Press to go to the previous or next area in the display or to the previous or next menu. 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 option. 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. v + or v −: Press to increase or decrease the volume. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2.

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Cruise Control

5 : Press to turn cruise control on or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster. RES+: Press the control up briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed, or hold upwards to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.

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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 on page 9-37
and 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, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), 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.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System If equipped, 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) If equipped, 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

y or z : Press to move up or down in a list. S or T : Press S to open 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) on page 5-27.

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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.

Lane Change Alert (LCA) If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with 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. See Lane Change Alert on page 9-54.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC) If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the center stack display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-47.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist If equipped, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) 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). URPA 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 pulses may occur if very close to an object. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-47.

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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 vehicle to help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes. See Active Emergency Braking System on page 9-52.

Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. There are two accessory power outlets: one under the armrest inside the center console storage, and one on the rear of the center floor console. Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet. See Power Outlets on page 5-5.

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Universal Remote System

helpful to have another person available to assist with programming the Universal Remote system. See Universal Remote System on page 5-49.

Sunroof

This system, in the overhead console, 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

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switches are located on the overhead console.

The ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-24. Vent: Press the rear of the switch (2) to the first detent to vent the sunroof. Press the front of the switch (1) to the second detent to close the sunroof. Express-open/Express-close: To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the switch (2). To express-close, fully press and release the front of the switch (1). To stop the sunroof partway, press either switch a second time. The sunshade opens automatically with the sunroof.

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This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. See Hill Start Assist (HSA) on page 9-33. Vehicles with eAssist include an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. See Instrument Cluster on page 5-8. The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is cooled with air drawn from the vehicle interior.

To express-open the sunshade, fully press and release the rear of the switch (3). To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. To express-close, fully press and release the front of the switch (4). To stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. See Sunroof on page 2-22.

eAssist Features

eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are several additional features that contribute to increased efficiency. Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. This feature saves fuel by shutting the engine off when the vehicle is stopped. When the engine shuts off automatically, all the accessories will continue to operate normally. In very hot or cold conditions, the engine may not shut off. See Starting the Engine on page 9-18. There are two air conditioning settings available. The comfort setting maximizes cabin comfort. The eco setting maximizes efficiency allowing more frequent, and longer engine stops than the comfort setting. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.

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The cold air intake for the battery is located behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Do not cover the intake. See Battery on page 10-27.

High Voltage Safety Information Vehicles with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. 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. In emergency situations, first responders can cut the two clearly labeled cut points in the engine compartment to disable the high voltage battery and air bag systems — do not cut the high voltage cable.

Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Feature Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. After the engine is started and has reached operating temperature, the auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn off when the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop. When the brake pedal is released, or the accelerator pedal is applied, the engine will restart. The engine will continue to run until the next auto stop. To restart the engine during the auto stop, release the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal. The engine starts immediately. The vehicle continues to run until the next stop. AUTO STOP on the tachometer signifies that the engine is in auto stop mode. See Tachometer on page 5-11 for more information. A chime will sound when the driver door is opened while in auto stop

mode. Remember to shift to P (Park) and turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF before exiting the vehicle. See Starting the Engine on page 9-18.

Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the vehicle's high voltage battery system, contributing to increased fuel efficiency. The system works whenever the accelerator pedal is released, and increases the energy captured as more brake pedal is applied.

Battery This vehicle has a standard 12-volt battery. Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new standard 12-volt battery is needed.

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Vehicles with eAssist also have a high voltage battery. 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 10-27.

Service Never try to do your own service on eAssist 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 10-3.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak button on the center console behind the shift lever. i illuminates and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-40.

. Press and release the TCS/

StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control. To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button on the center console behind the shift

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lever, until i and g illuminate and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-40.

. Press and release the TCS/

StabiliTrak button to turn on both systems.

See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-34.

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

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the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10. 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 on page 10-51.

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. Using the DIC controls on the

right side of the steering wheel, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-27. When remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See Engine Oil Messages on page 5-37.

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 on page 10-13.

E85 or FlexFuel Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See E85 or FlexFuel on page 9-60. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9-58.

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

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. 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 on page 13-5.

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, Doors, and Windows

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-12
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Doors

Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . 2-15

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Immobilizer Operation (Key

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Immobilizer Operation

(Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-19
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-19
Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Rear Window Sunshade . . . . . 2-22

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Keys and Locks

Keys

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Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power window or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the key in the ignition or 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 the ignition key or an RKE transmitter.

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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.

The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks if the vehicle is a key access vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless ignition, the key can be used for the locks.

Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key. If it becomes difficult to turn the key in a vehicle lock, 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 on page 13-5.

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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” later in this section. The transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Keep in mind that other conditions can impact the performance of the transmitter. The RKE transmitter can have one of the two symbols for the remote trunk release.

Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking, see “Locking Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through the vehicle personalization. If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-15. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors. See “Door Unlock Options” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43. The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking. See “Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

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Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-15. Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. See “Memory Seats” under Memory Seats on page 3-7 and “Remote Recall” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43. V or Y (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold to release the trunk. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release 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 vehicle is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start): If equipped, press Q and release and then immediately press and

hold / for approximately four seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-9. The buttons on the transmitter are disabled when there is a key in the ignition, if equipped. Keyless Access Operation If equipped with a Keyless Access system, it allows for locking and unlocking the doors and accessing the trunk 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 trunk being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be buttons on the outside of the door handles. The Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock button press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

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 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.

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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 Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on that 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.

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Passive Locking If equipped with Keyless Access, this featured will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed, if the vehicle is off and at least one transmitter has been removed from the interior or none remain in the interior.

Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature Temporarily disable the 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 “Remote Locking, Unlocking, Starting” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

Keyless Trunk Opening Lift up on the touch pad located above the license plate to open the trunk if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). 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 (Key Vehicles Only) To program a new key: 1.

Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and turn to the key to the ON/ RUN position.

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2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and

3.

remove the key. Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds. The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed.

4. Repeat Steps 1–3 if additional

keys are to be programmed.

If a key is lost or damaged, see your dealer to have a new key made.

Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only) Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available. Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer. If there are no currently recognized keys available, follow this procedure to program the first key.

This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete for the first key. The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you. 1.

Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition.

2. Turn to ON/RUN. The security

light will come on.

3. Wait 10 minutes until the

security light turns off.

4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more

times. After the third time, turn to ON/RUN; the key is learned and all previously known keys will no longer work with the vehicle.

Remaining keys can be learned by following the procedure in “Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only).”

Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) 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. 1. Place the recognized

2.

transmitter(s) in the cupholder. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located 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.

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2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC

displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press the ignition. 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.

When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.

Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) 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 you wish to program must be with you. 1.

Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder located 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 REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

3. Place the new transmitter into

the transmitter pocket inside the armrest storage area.

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.

5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press K. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.

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When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.

Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery When starting the vehicle, if the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED, PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET, THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also be displayed at this time.

4. Place the new transmitter into

the transmitter pocket inside the armrest storage area.

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 transmitter pocket and press K. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.

To start the vehicle: 1. Place the transmitter in the

transmitter pocket inside the armrest storage area.

2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or

N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the ENGINE START/ STOP button. See Starting the Engine on page 9-18 for additional information about the vehicle's keyless ignition with pushbutton start. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.

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Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. See Key and Lock Messages on page 5-38.

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When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.

The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery: 1. Push the button on the

transmitter to extend the key. 2. Remove the battery cover by

prying it with a finger.

3. Remove the battery by pushing

on the battery and sliding it toward the key blade.

4.

Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. 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 available, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. The / button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.

Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the

vehicle.

2. Press and release Q. 3.

Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps flashing confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received. When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.

Turn the ignition to ON/RUN (Key Access), or select the ON/RUN/ START ignition position (Keyless Access), to drive the vehicle.

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The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/ RUN (Key Access) or ON/RUN/ START (Keyless Access). The climate control system will use the previous setting during a remote start. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear defog indicator light does not come on during remote start. See “Remote Start Climate Control Operation” in Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1. Vehicles with heated or heated and ventilated front seats can have this feature turn on automatically during a remote start. See “Remote Start Heated Seats” and “Remote Start Cooled Seats” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43 for more information.

Extending Engine Run Time The engine run time can also be extended by another 10 minutes, if during the first 10 minutes

Steps 1–3 are repeated while the engine is still running. This provides a total of 20 minutes. The remote start can only be extended once. When the remote start is extended, the second 10-minute period is added on to the first 10 minutes for a total of 20 minutes. A maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles. The vehicle's ignition must be changed to ON/RUN/START and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again.

Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do any of the following: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if:

The key is in the ignition (Key Access) or the ignition is in any position other than OFF (Keyless Access). The transmitter is in the vehicle (Keyless Access). The hood is not closed. The hazard warning flashers are on. There is an emission control system malfunction. The engine coolant temperature is too high. The oil pressure is low. Two remote vehicle starts have already been used. The vehicle is not in P (Park).

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{ Warning Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

. Passengers, especially

children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is 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.

. 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.

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. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening.

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside, press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the key in the door. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside: . Press Q or K on a 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 that door only.

. Pulling the door handle once will unlock the door. Pulling the door handle again will unlatch it.

Power Door Locks

K (Unlock): Press to unlock all doors. Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. Locking or unlocking the doors will also lock or unlock the fuel door.

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Locking features can be programmed by using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “Power Door Locks” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

Delayed Locking When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door is open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. Pressing the power lock switch twice or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors. This feature can be programmed by using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “Delayed Door Lock” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). To unlock the doors: . Press K on a door. . Shift the transmission into

P (Park).

Automatic door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-43.

Lockout Protection If equipped with pushbutton start and the vehicle is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, and locking is requested with the driver door open, all doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock.

If equipped with a keyed ignition, and the key is in the ignition when locking is requested with the driver door open, all doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. Lockout Protection with the key in the ignition can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch. If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is turned on and the vehicle is off, and locking is requested with the driver door open, all 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 on page 5-43.

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{ Warning

Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, 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.

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Press o { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The indicator light comes on when activated. The rear door power windows are also disabled. Press o { again to deactivate the lockout switch.

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. Adjust the climate control

system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index.

. If the vehicle has a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.

For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9-26.