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Personalization Menus The following list of features may be available:

Time and Date Language [Language]

. Valet Mode . Radio . Vehicle . Bluetooth . Voice . Display . Rear Camera . Return to Factory Settings . Software Information Each menu is detailed in the following information. Time and Date Manually set the time and date. See Clock on page 5-4.

Language [Language] Select Language, then select from the available language(s). Valet Mode To turn Valet Mode on and off, see “Valet Mode” under “Settings” in the infotainment manual. Radio To manage the radio features, see “Radio” under “Settings” in the infotainment manual. Vehicle Select and the following may display: . Climate and Air Quality . Collision/Detection Systems . Comfort and Convenience

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. Power Door Locks . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start

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Climate and Air Quality Select and the following may display: . Auto Fan Max Speed . Auto Defog . Auto Rear Defog

Auto Fan Max Speed This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed. Select Low, Medium, or High.

Auto Defog When set to On, the front defog will automatically react to temperature and humidity conditions that may cause fogging. Select Off or On.

Auto Rear Defog If equipped, this allows the Auto Rear Defog to be turned on or off. This feature will automatically turn on the rear window defogger when it is cold outside. Select Off or On.

Collision/Detection Systems Select and the following may display: . Auto Collision Preparation . Go Notifier . Side Blind Zone Alert . Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Lane Change Alert

Auto Collision Preparation This feature will turn on or off the Forward Collision Alert feature as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. With the Alert and Brake setting, both Forward Collision Alert as well as the Automatic Braking capability of the Auto Collision Preparation feature are available. The Alert setting disables most automatic braking functions of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. Some last-second automatic braking capability is still provided with the Alert setting, but it is much less

likely to be triggered by most driving conditions. Off disables all Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Braking capabilities of the Auto Collision Preparation feature. Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-49.

Go Notifier This feature will give a reminder that Adaptive Cruise Control provides when it has brought the vehicle to a complete stop behind another stopping vehicle, and then that vehicle drives on. Select Off or On. See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-41.

Side Blind Zone Alert This allows the feature to be turned on or off. Select Off or On. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-55.

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert This allows the feature to be turned on or off. Select Off or On. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-49.

Lane Change Alert This allows the feature to be turned on or off. Select Off or On. See Lane Change Alert on page 9-56.

Comfort and Convenience Select and the following may display: . Auto Memory Recall . Easy Exit Driver Seat . Chime Volume . Reverse Tilt Mirror

Auto Memory Recall This feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 button positions when entering the vehicle. See Memory Seats on page 3-6. Select Off or On.

Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored EXIT button position when exiting the vehicle. See Memory Seats on page 3-6. Select Off or On.

Chime Volume This allows the selection of the chime volume level. Press + or − to adjust the volume.

Reverse Tilt Mirror This allows the feature to be turned on or off. Select Off or On.

Lighting Select and the following may display: . Vehicle Locator Lights . Exit Lighting

Vehicle Locator Lights This feature will flash the exterior lamps when K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle. Select Off or On.

Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside. Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60
Seconds, or 120 Seconds.

Power Door Locks Select and the following may display: . Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout

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. Auto Door Unlock . Delayed Door Lock

Unlocked Door Anti Anti-Lockout When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available. Select Off or On.

Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) with an automatic transmission or when the vehicle is turned off with a manual transmission. Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.

Delayed Door Lock When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door. Select Off or On.

Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Select and the following may display: . Remote Unlock Light Feedback . Remote Lock Feedback . Remote Door Unlock . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats . Passive Door Unlock . Passive Door Lock . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert

Remote Unlock Light Feedback When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Select Off or Flash Lights.

Remote Lock Feedback This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only.

Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter. Select All Doors or Driver Door.

Remote Start Auto Heat Seats If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days. Select Off, On - Driver and Passenger, or On - Driver.

Passive Door Unlock This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle. Select All Doors or Driver Door.

Passive Door Lock This feature can be turned on or off, or can be used to select feedback when using the button on the driver

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door to lock the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. Select Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.

Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. Select Off or On. Bluetooth Select and the following may be display: . Pair New Device . Device Management . Ringtones . Voice Mail Numbers

Pair New Device Select to pair a new device. See “Pairing” in “Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)” in the infotainment manual.

Device Management Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone.

Ringtones Press to change the ring tone for the specific phone. The phone does not need to be connected to change the ring.

Voice Mail Numbers This feature displays the voice mail number for all connected phones. The voice mail number may be changed by selecting EDIT or pressing the EDIT button and typing in a new number, then select SAVE or press the SAVE button. Voice Select and the following may display: . Confidence Threshold . Prompt Length . Audio Feedback Speed

Confidence Threshold This feature adjusts the sensitivity of the speech recognition system. Select Confirm More or Confirm Less.

Prompt Length This feature adjusts the voice prompt length. Select Short or Long.

Audio Feedback Speed This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed. Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. Display Select and the following may display: . Mode . Calibrate Touchscreen

Turn Display Off

Mode Select to change the display screen for day or night driving.

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Clear All Private Data This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle. Select Delete or Cancel.

Restore Radio Settings This allows selection to restore radio settings. Select Restore or Cancel. Software Information Select to view the infotainment system current software information.

Select Auto, Day, or Night.

Calibrate Touchscreen Select to calibrate the touchscreen, then follow the prompts.

Turn Display Off Select to turn the display off. Press anywhere on the display area or any faceplate button to turn the display on. Rear Camera Select and the following may display: . Guidance Lines . Rear Camera Display . Rear Cross Traffic Alert . Rear Park Assist Symbols

Guidance Lines Select to turn Off or On. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-49.

Rear Camera Display Select to turn Off or On. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-49.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert Select to turn Off or On. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-49.

Rear Park Assist Symbols Select to turn Off or On. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing on page 9-49. Return to Factory Settings Select and the following may display: . Restore Vehicle Settings . Clear All Private Data . Restore Radio Settings

Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings. Select Restore or Cancel.

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Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15.

Universal Remote System Programming

If equipped, these buttons are in the overhead console. This system can replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. These instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other devices.

Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read these instructions completely before programming the Universal Remote system. It may help to have another person assist with the programming process. Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming. Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated. See “Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons” later in this section. To program a garage door opener, park outside directly in line with and facing the garage door opener receiver. Clear all people and objects near the garage door.

Make sure the hand-held transmitter has a new battery for quick and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Programming the Universal Remote System For questions or help programming the Universal Remote system, call 1-800-355-3515 or see www.homelink.com. Programming involves time-sensitive actions, and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated. To program up to three devices: 1. Hold the end of the hand-held

transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 in) away from the Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view. The hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener receiver.

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2. At the same time, press and

hold both the hand-held transmitter button and one of the three Universal Remote system buttons to be used to operate the garage door. Do not release either button until the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash. Then release both buttons. Some garage door openers may require substitution of Step 2
with the procedure under “Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators” later in this section.

3. Press and hold the newly

programmed Universal Remote system button for five seconds while watching the indicator light and garage door activation.

If the indicator light stays on continuously or the garage door moves when the button is pressed, then

programming is complete. There is no need to complete Steps 4–6. If the indicator light does not come on or the garage door does not move, a second button press may be required. For a second time, press and hold the newly programmed button for five seconds. If the light stays on or the garage door moves, programming is complete. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds, then changes to a solid light and the garage door does not move, continue with programming Steps 4–6.

Learn or Smart Button

4. After completing Steps 1–3 ,

locate the Learn or Smart button inside garage on the garage door opener receiver. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.

5. Press and release the Learn or

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Smart button. Step 6 must be completed within 30 seconds of pressing this button. Inside the vehicle, press and hold the newly programmed Universal Remote system button for two seconds and then release it. If the garage door does not move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver

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does not flash, press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash, press and hold the same button a third time for two seconds, then release it.

The Universal Remote system should now activate the garage door. Repeat the process for programming the two remaining buttons. Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators For questions or programming help call 1-800-355-3515 or see www.homelink.com. Canadian radio-frequency laws and some U.S. gate operators require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long

enough for the Universal Remote system to pick up the signal during programming. If the programming did not work, replace Step 2 under “Programming the Universal Remote System” with the following: Press and hold the Universal Remote system button while pressing and releasing the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the signal has been successfully accepted by the Universal Remote system. The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under “Programming the Universal Remote System” to complete.

Universal Remote System Operation

Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least one-half second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle ownership is terminated. To erase: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash. This should take about 10 seconds.

2. Release both buttons.

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Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the

buttons. Do not release the button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under “Programming the Universal Remote System.”

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Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lamps Off

Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Daytime Running

Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Automatic Headlamp

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-3
Turn and Lane-Change

Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

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Instrument Panel Illumination

Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

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Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . 6-6

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 (Off): 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 vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) on

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automatic transmission vehicles, and when the parking brake is released on manual transmission vehicles. AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. ; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. 2 (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.

Exterior Lamps Off Reminder A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened while the ignition is off and the exterior lamps are on.

Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer 2 3 (Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer): Push the turn signal lever away from you and release, to

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turn the high beams on. To return to low beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and release.

This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high-beam headlamps are on.

Flash-to-Pass To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever toward you, and release.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.

The DRL system turns on the low-beam headlamps at a reduced brightness. If equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, the dedicated DRL will come on when all of the following conditions are met:

The ignition is on. The exterior lamps control is in AUTO. The light sensor determines it is daytime. The parking brake is released or the vehicle is not in P (Park).

When the DRL are on, the low-beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker lamps, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not be on. The DRL turn off when the headlamps are turned to O or the ignition is off.

This vehicle may have a DRL disabling function. When the DRL are on and a turn signal is activated, the DRL on that side will be off until the turn signal goes off.

Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the headlamps come on automatically.

There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the headlamps will come on when they are not needed.

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The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to O or the ignition is off. Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. Move the exterior lamp control to P or ; to disable this feature.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change Signals

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| (Hazard Warning Flashers): Press this button on the center stack above the audio system, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press again to turn the flashers off. The hazard warning flashers turn on automatically if the airbags deploy.

Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is completed. If the lever is briefly pressed and released, the turn signal flashes three times. The turn and lane-change signal can be turned off manually by moving the lever back to its original position.

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If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10-35.

# (Fog Lamps, If Equipped): Press to turn on or off. An indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the fog lamps are on. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.

Fog Lamps

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Instrument Panel Illumination Control

To turn on the fog lamps, if equipped, the ignition and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on.

The brightness of the instrument panel lighting and steering wheel controls can be adjusted. D (Instrument Panel Illumination): Move and hold the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the lights.

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Dome Lamps

Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. # or $ (Reading Lamps): Press to turn each lamp on or off.

The front reading lamps are in the overhead console.

The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps. To operate: ( (Off): Turns the lamps off. H (Door): Turns the lamps on when any door is opened. ' (On): Keeps the lamps on all the time. The interior lamps turn on automatically if the airbags are deployed.

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Entry Lighting The headlamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, back-up lamps, dome lamp, and most of the interior lights turn on briefly when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. When the driver door is opened, all control lights, Driver Information Center (DIC) lights, and door pocket lights turn on. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off, then the dome lamp and remaining interior lights dim to off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position, or by pressing Q on the RKE transmitter. This feature can be changed. See “Vehicle Locator Lights” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-48.

Exit Lighting The headlamps, taillamps, parking lamps, and license plate lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the key is removed from the ignition. The dome lamps also come on when the key is removed from the ignition. The exterior lamps and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of time, then automatically turn off. If equipped with Keyless Access, the exterior lamps and dome lamps automatically turn on when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off. See Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9-17. The exterior lamps turn off immediately by turning the exterior lamp control off. This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-48.

Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is designed to protect the vehicle's battery. To prevent battery discharge while driving, the following systems are reduced automatically in two stages and then turned off: . Heated rear window and mirrors . Heated seats

Fan

In the second stage, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message is displayed confirming the activation of the battery discharge protection. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5-39. If the exterior lamps or any interior lights are left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery power protection system automatically turns the lamp off after about 10 minutes.

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Introduction

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

Introduction

Infotainment 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.

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Climate Control Systems

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System

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

Climate Control Systems

Dual Automatic Climate Control

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Maintenance

Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Passenger Compartment Air

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls

2. Heated Front Seats (If

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3. Defrost 4. Air Delivery Mode Controls 5. Fan Control 6. Power 7. Rear Window Defogger 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) 9. Recirculation 10. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 11. SYNC (Synchronized

Temperature)

Climate Control Influence on eAssist Operation and Fuel Economy (If Equipped) The climate control system depends on other vehicle systems for heat and power input. Certain climate control settings can lead to higher fuel usage and/or fewer auto stops. The following climate control settings use more fuel: . Comfort air conditioning mode.

The defrost mode.

. Extreme temperature settings,

such as 15°C (60°F) or 32°C (90°F).

. High fan speed settings. To help reduce fuel usage: . Use the full automatic control as

described under “Automatic Operation.”

. Use eco air conditioning, instead

of the comfort air conditioning.

. Select a temperature setting that

is higher in hot weather and lower in cold weather. Turn off the air conditioning when it is not needed.

. Only use defrost to clear the

windows.

Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature.

When the AUTO indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode, fan speed, recirculation, or air conditioning setting is adjusted, the AUTO indicator turns off and the selected settings will appear on the display. To place the system in automatic mode: 1. Press AUTO. 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort.

To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on. Press @ to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air. Q / R (Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls): The temperature can be adjusted

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separately for the driver and the passenger. Press to increase or decrease the temperature. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature): Press to link all climate zone settings to the driver settings. The SYNC indicator light will turn on. When the passenger settings are adjusted, the SYNC indicator light is off.

Manual Operation O (Power): Press to turn the fan off or on. Q 9 R (Fan Control): Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan speed setting appears on the main display. Pressing either button cancels automatic fan control and the fan is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. Air Delivery Mode Controls: Press -, Y, or [ to change the direction of the airflow. The current mode appears in the display screen. Pressing either button cancels

automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one of the following: - (Defog): Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets. Y (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. [ (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets. \ (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. 0 MAX (Defrost): Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.

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For eAssist vehicles that have the auto defog feature, auto stops can occur in defrost mode. In this mode, the auto stops are shorter and less frequent than other air delivery modes to prevent instant fogging. A/C (Comfort Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off. If the climate control system is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Pressing this button cancels automatic air conditioning and turns off the air conditioner. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs automatically as needed. When the indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster. For eAssist vehicles, an auto stop may occur if the climate control system determines the a/c

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compressor can be shut off and still maintain comfort levels with minimal windshield fogging. ECO A/C (For eAssist Vehicles): Press to cycle between the off, eco and comfort air conditioning modes. The indicator will be lit green in eco, amber in comfort, and turns off when there is no A/C function. If the fan is turned off the A/C will not run. The eco A/C setting balances fuel economy and air conditioning comfort. In warm weather conditions, auto stops may occur more frequently and the vehicle interior may be warmer as compared to the comfort air conditioning. This setting allows higher humidity inside the vehicle and window fogging before the engine restarts. Pressing the 0 button during an auto stop may restart the engine to prevent window fogging. To reach comfort levels quickly during an

auto stop, the engine will restart if the air conditioner is off and AUTO or A/C is selected. If temperature controls are adjusted cooler by more than 1°C (1°F) during an auto stop, the engine will restart to ensure that comfort is reached. @ (Recirculation): Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering. Auto Defog: The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed may slightly increase to help prevent fogging. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to normal operation.

To turn Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-48. Rear Window Defogger = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes. If turned on again it runs for about five minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by turning the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. The rear window defogger can be set to automatic operation. See “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-48. When auto rear defog is selected, the rear window defogger turns on automatically when the interior temperature is cold and the outside temperature is about 4°C (40°F) and below. The auto rear defogger turns off automatically

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The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the automatic climate control system may not work properly.

after about 10 minutes, or after five minutes if the outside temperature is not as cold. For eAssist vehicles, auto rear defog will only run during a remote start and the feature is not available in the Vehicle Personalization menu. If the vehicle is equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors on page 2-19.

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Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the front windshield and rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear window defogger grid and affect the radio's ability to pick up stations clearly. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

M or L (Heated Front Seats, If Equipped): Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. See Heated Front Seats on page 3-8. Remote Start Climate Control Operation (If Equipped): If the vehicle is equipped with the remote start feature, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. The system uses the driver’s previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. If the vehicle has heated or ventilated seats, they may come on during a remote start. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-9
and Heated Front Seats on page 3-8. Sensor The solar sensor, on top of the instrument panel near the windshield, monitors the solar heat.

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Air Vents Use the louvers located on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. To open a vent, move the thumbwheel to | . To close the vent, move the thumbwheel to 9. Operation Tips . Keep all outlets open whenever

possible for best system performance.

. Keep the paths under all seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more effectively.

. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system.

Maintenance

Air Intake Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air intake at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle.

Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-2 for replacement intervals. For more information, see your dealer.

Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained

and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other health-based concerns.

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Driving Information

Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Track Events and Competitive

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 9-7
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 9-10
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Starting and Operating

Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Shifting out of Park (Automatic

Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-27
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29

Manual Transmission

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . 9-30

Drive Systems

All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . 9-15
Ignition Positions (Key

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15

Ignition Positions (Keyless

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17

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Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . 9-35

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . 9-38

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
. 9-41
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . .

Driver Assistance Systems

Driver Assistance

Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49

Assistance Systems for

Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . 9-49

Assistance Systems for

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52

Active Emergency Braking

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54

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Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-55
Lane Change Alert . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Lane Departure

Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58

Fuel

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . 9-60
Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . 9-61
California Fuel

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-61
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-61
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-63
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64

Towing

General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-65

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-65

Driving Information

Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away from the road. Many local governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Become familiar with the local laws in your area. To avoid distracted driving, always keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Do not use a phone in

demanding driving situations. Use a hands-free method to place or receive necessary phone calls.

. Watch the road. Do not read,

take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices.

. Designate a front seat

passenger to handle potential distractions.

. Become familiar with vehicle

features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings. Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving.

. Wait until the vehicle is parked

to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor.

. Stop or park the vehicle to tend

to children.

. Keep pets in an appropriate

carrier or restraint.

. Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with a passenger or on a cell phone.

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Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving.

Refer to the infotainment section for more information on using that system and the navigation system, if equipped, including pairing and using a cell phone.

Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts on page 3-10. . Assume that other road users

(pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready.

. Allow enough following distance

between you and the driver in front of you. Focus on the task of driving.

Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.

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Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.

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Control of a Vehicle Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving.

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: . Keep enough distance between

you and the vehicle in front of you.

. Avoid needless heavy braking. . Keep pace with traffic.

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If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.

Steering

Variable Effort Steering Some vehicles have a steering system that varies the amount of effort required to steer the vehicle in relation to the speed of the vehicle. The amount of steering effort required is less at slower speeds to make the vehicle more maneuverable and easier to park. At faster speeds, the steering effort increases to provide a sport-like feel to the steering. This provides maximum control and stability.

If the vehicle seems harder to steer than normal when parking or driving slowly, there may be a problem with the system. You will still have power steering, but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds. See your dealer for service. Electric Power Steering The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered, but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held against that position for an extended period of time, power steering assist may be reduced. If steering assist is used for an extended period of time, power assist may be reduced.

Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down. See specific vehicle steering messages under Vehicle Messages on page 5-39. See your dealer if there is a problem. Curve Tips

Take curves at a reasonable speed.

. Reduce speed before entering a

curve.

. Maintain a reasonable steady

speed through the curve.

. Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway.

Steering in Emergencies

There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking.

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. Holding both sides of the

steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand.

. Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking.

Off-Road Recovery

The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips: 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement.

2. Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.

3. Turn the steering wheel to go

straight down the roadway.

Loss of Control

Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Braking Skid — wheels are not

rolling.

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. Steering or Cornering Skid —

too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.

. Acceleration Skid — too much

throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.

Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: . Ease your foot off the

accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs.

. Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions. Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other

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material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface — and slow down when you have any doubt. Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide.

Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid.

Track Events and Competitive Driving Racing, track testing, or competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty. See the warranty manual before using the vehicle for racing or other competitive driving.

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If the vehicle is used for track events and competitive driving, the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine. Check the oil level often and at the proper level. See Engine Oil on page 10-11.

For the 2.0L engine: Add and keep the oil level at 1 L (1 qt) above the high mark when driving under these conditions. For information on how to check and add oil, see Engine Oil on page 10-11.

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could be caused to the rear axle and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not drive as long or as fast the first time the vehicle is driven on the track or raced.

Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water.

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Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water.

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Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet. Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: . Allow extra following distance. . Pass with caution. . Keep windshield wiping

equipment in good shape.

. Keep the windshield washer fluid

reservoir filled.

. Have good tires with proper

tread depth. See Tires on page 10-41.

Turn off cruise control.

Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. . Keep the interior temperature cool.

. Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead and to the sides.

. Check the rearview mirror and

vehicle instruments often.

Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in

good shape.

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. Check all fluid levels and brakes,

tires, cooling system, and transmission.

. Shift to a lower gear when going

down steep or long hills.

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Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating, can reduce brake performance, and could result in a loss of braking. Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope.

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Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and

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loss of steering. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear.

. Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane.

. Be alert on top of hills;

something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident).

. Pay attention to special road

signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action.

Winter Driving

Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip.

Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32° F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is not lost. Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick, so there is even less traction. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Traction Control should be turned on. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-36. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads, but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 9-32.