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your dealer. SHIFT TO PARK This message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the ignition or from the vehicle if the vehicle is not in P (Park). TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level.
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Washer Fluid Messages
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID This message may display when the washer fluid level is low. Fill the windshield washer reservoir as soon as possible. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 230 for the location of the windshield washer reservoir. Also, see Washer Fluid 0 243.
Window Messages
OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ PASSENGER WINDOW This message is displayed when the window needs to be reprogrammed. If the vehicle's battery has been recharged or disconnected, you will need to program each front window for the express-up feature to work. See Power Windows 0 44.
Vehicle Personalization Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.
Infotainment System Audio System Controls
Using the Faceplate MENU/SELECT Knob . Press to enter, select, or activate
a highlighted menu option.
. Turn to highlight a menu option. . Press to enable or disable a
system setting.
/ BACK . Press to exit a menu. . Press to return to a previous
screen.
Using the Touch Screen Press a screen feature to: . View more feature options. . Enable or disable the feature. w : Press to scroll up. x : Press to scroll down. Back : Press to return to the previous menu. To access the personalization menu: 1. Press Config on the Home
page on the infotainment system display or CONFIG on the faceplate.
2. Select the desired feature to
display a list of available options.
3. Select the desired feature
setting.
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Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may be available: . Languages . Time and Date . Radio Settings . Phone Settings . Navigation Settings . Display Settings . Vehicle Settings Each menu is detailed in the following information. Languages Select Language, then select from the available language(s). Time and Date Manually set the time and date. See Clock 0 98. Radio Settings Select and depending on the radio the following may display: . Auto Volume . Gracenote Options
. XM Channel Art . Max Startup Volume . Maximum Startup Volume . Number of Favorites Pages . Radio Favorites . RDS Options . XM Categories . Software Versions Menu
Auto Volume This feature adjusts the volume to minimize the effects of unwanted background noise that can result from changing road surfaces, driving speeds, or open windows. This feature works best at lower volume settings where background noise is typically louder than the sound system volume. Select Off, Low, Medium, or High.
Gracenote Options Select and the following may display: . Normalization
Normalization This feature improves voice recognition and media groupings. See “CD Player,” “USB,” “Auxiliary Devices,” and “Bluetooth Audio” in the infotainment manual. Select to enable or disable.
XM Channel Art This feature turns the XM Audio page background on the XM Channel display on and off. Select to enable or disable.
Max Startup Volume or Maximum Startup Volume This feature sets the maximum startup volume. If the vehicle is started and the volume is greater than this level, the volume is adjusted to this level. Press + or − to increase or decrease the volume.
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Number of Favorites Pages or Radio Favorites Press to set the number of favorites to display. Select the desired number.
XM Categories This allows which available XM Categories are used and displayed. Press to enable or disable available categories.
RDS Options Select and the following may display: . RDS . Text Scroll Freeze . RDS Text
RDS Select to turn RDS on or off. See “RDS (Radio Data System)” in AM-FM Radio 0 144.
Text Scroll Freeze When on, this allows the RDS Text to scroll across the radio screen. Select to enable or disable.
RDS Text When on, this allows the RDS information from the station to be displayed. Select to enable or disable.
Software Versions Menu Press to display information about the system and update software if available. Phone Settings Select and depending on the radio the following may display: . Device List . Pair Device . Pair Device (Phone) . Pair Device (GPS)
Device List Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone.
Pair Device Select to pair a new device. See “Pairing a Phone/Device” in “Bluetooth” in the infotainment manual.
Pair Device (Phone) or Pair Device (GPS) Select to pair a new phone. See “Pairing a Phone” in “Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)” in Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) 0 160 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) 0 157 or Bluetooth (Overview) 0 155
or “Pairing a Phone/Device” in “Bluetooth” in the infotainment manual. Navigation Settings See “Navigation Settings” in “Configure Menu” in the infotainment manual. Display Settings Press and the following may display: . Home Page Menu . Rear Camera Options . Display OffBuick Verano Owner Manual 9085356) - 2016 - CRC - 5/20/15
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. Map Settings
Home Page Menu Select and the following may display: . Customize . Sort . Restore Home Page Defaults
Customize This feature allows the selection of what icons will be on the first Home Page. Select and follow the screen prompts.
Sort This feature allows the icons on the Home Page to be moved. Select and follow the screen prompts.
Restore Home Page Defaults This feature will restore the Home Page to the factory settings. Select and follow the screen prompts.
Rear Camera Options For more information on Rear Camera Options, see Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 207.
Display Off Press to turn the display off. The display will return when any radio buttons are pressed or the screen is touched (if equipped).
Map Settings See “Map Settings” in “Configure Menu” in the infotainment manual. Vehicle Settings Select and the following may display: . Climate and Air Quality . Comfort and Convenience . Collision Detection Systems . Lighting . Power Door Locks . Remote Lock/Unlock/Start . Return to Factory Settings?
Climate and Air Quality Select and the following may display: . Auto Fan Speed . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats . Auto Defog . Auto Rear Defog
Auto Fan Speed This selection is available on vehicles with the Automatic Climate Control System. Choose from the following blower speed settings: Select High, Medium, or Low
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats When on, this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days. Select On or Off.
Auto Defog When turned on and high humidity is detected, the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner or the heater. The fan speed may slightly increase to help
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prevent fogging. When high humidity is no longer detected, the system will return to its prior operation. Select On or Off.
Auto Rear Defog When on, this feature turns on the rear defogger at vehicle start when the interior temperature is cold and fog is likely. The auto rear defog function can be disabled by pressing 1. When off, the feature can be turned on by pressing 1. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 170. Select On or Off. Comfort and Convenience Select and the following may display: . Chime Volume
Chime Volume This allows the selection of the chime volume level. Select Normal or High.
Collision Detection Systems Select and the following may display: . Park Assist . Side Blind Zone Alert
Park Assist This allows the Parking Assist feature to be turned on or off. Select On or Off.
Side Blind Zone Alert This allows the Side Blind Zone Alert feature to be turned on or off. Select On or Off. Lighting Select and the following may display: . Vehicle Locator Lights . Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights This allows the vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off. Select On or Off.
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, 1 Minute, or 2 Minutes. Power Door Locks Select and depending on the radio the following may display: . Open Door Anti Lock Out . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out . Auto Door Unlock . Delayed Door Lock
Open Door Anti Lock Out or Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking until the door is closed. If this feature is turned on, the Delayed Door Lock menu will not be available. Select to enable or disable.
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Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Select All Doors, Driver Door, or OFF.
Delayed Door Lock When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. See Delayed Locking 0 35. Select to enable or disable. Remote Lock/Unlock/Start Select and depending on the radio the following may display: . Remote Unlock Feedback . Remote Unlock Light Feedback . Remote Lock Feedback . Remote Door Unlock . Passive Door Unlock . Passive Door Lock . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
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Remote Unlock Feedback or Remote Unlock Light Feedback When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Depending on the radio, select Flash Lights or OFF, or select to enable or disable.
Remote Lock Feedback This allows selection of what feedback is provided when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Select Lights and Horn, Lights Only, Horn Only, or Off.
Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock on the first press of K on the RKE transmitter. Select Driver Door or All Doors. If Driver Door is selected, all doors will unlock on the second press of K within five seconds of the prior press.
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 allows passive locking to be turned on or off and selects feedback. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27. 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. Return to Factory Settings? This returns all of the vehicle personalization settings to the factory settings. Select Yes or No.
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Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 331.
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.
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
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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
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.
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
Learn or Smart Button
4. After completing Steps 1–3,
locate the Learn or Smart button inside the garage on the garage door opener receiver. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.
5. Press and release the Learn or
6.
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 does not flash, press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash, press and hold the same button a third time for two seconds, then release it.
The Universal Remote system should now activate the garage door. Repeat the process for programming the two remaining buttons.
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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.”
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.
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.
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Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 131
Headlamp High/Low-BeamChanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 133
Turn and Lane-ChangeSignals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Front Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 137
Exterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
The exterior lamp control is to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel. There are four positions: O (Off) : Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic lamp control off or on again. AUTO (Automatic) : Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel lights, and sidemarker lamps.
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; (Parking Lamps) : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. 5 (Headlamps) : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. # (Front Fog Lamps) : If equipped, press to turn the lamps on or off. See Front Fog Lamps 0 134. When the lights are on, ; will be lit. See Lamps On Reminder 0 112.
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3 (Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer) : Push the turn signal lever away from you and release to turn the high beams on. To return to low beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and release.
This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Flash-to-Pass To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it is not covered. The DRL system makes the low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: . The ignition is in the ON/
RUN mode.
. The exterior lamp control is
in AUTO.
. The vehicle is not in P (Park).
When the DRL are on, only the low-beam headlamps, at a reduced level of brightness, will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker, instrument panel, and other lamps will not be on. The headlamps automatically change from DRL to the regular headlamps depending on the darkness of the surroundings. The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps go off and the DRL come on. To turn the DRL off or on again, turn the exterior lamp control to O and then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the DRL cannot be turned off.
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Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamp control is in the automatic position, the headlamps come on automatically. See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 131.
The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered, or the headlamps will be on when they are not needed. The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel.
If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. If it is light outside when the vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp system changes to the DRL. During that delay, the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 135. 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.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
| (Hazard Warning Flasher) : Press and momentarily hold this button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press and momentarily hold again to turn the flashers off.
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Turn and Lane-Change Signals
If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 254.
Front Fog Lamps
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash 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. The turn signal flashes three times. The lever returns to its starting position when it is released.
For vehicles with front fog lamps, the button is on the outboard side of the instrument panel. The ignition must be on to turn on the fog lamps.
# (Front Fog Lamps) : Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the fog lamps are on. The fog lamps come on together with the parking lamps. If the high-beam headlamps are turned on, the fog lamps will turn off. If the high-beam headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will turn back on again. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.
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Instrument Panel Illumination Control
D (Instrument Panel Brightness) : Move the thumbwheel up or down and hold, to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen.
Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position.
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen. The thumbwheel is to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel.
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The interior lamps control located in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps. ( (Dome Lamp Override) : Press to turn the lamps off, even when a door is open. H (Door) : Press to turn the lamps on automatically when a door is opened. ' (On) : Press to turn on the dome lamps.
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Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps.
The rear reading lamps are located in the headliner. # or $(Reading Lamps) : Press the button near each lamp to turn it on or off.
The front reading lamps are located in the overhead console.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting Some exterior lamps and most of the interior lights turn on briefly when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter K button is pressed. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off, then the dome lamps 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 the RKE transmitter Q button. This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.
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The exterior lamps turn off immediately by turning the exterior lamps control off. This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.
Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is designed to protect the vehicle's battery. If some interior lamps are left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery rundown protection system automatically turns the lamp off after some time.
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Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on. This protects against draining the battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and then back to the parking lamp or headlamp position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position.
Exit Lighting Some exterior 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. For vehicles with Keyless Access, the exterior lamps automatically turn on when a door is opened after the ignition is changed to the OFF position. The dome lamps also come on after the ignition is changed to the OFF position. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) 0 185 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0 186.
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Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . 155
Bluetooth (InfotainmentControls) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Trademarks and License Agreements
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
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Infotainment SystemIntroduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 139
Overview (Radio with CD) . . . . 140
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 150Audio Players
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Introduction
Infotainment Base radio information is included in this manual. See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems. Read the following pages to become familiar with these features.
{ Warning
Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment feature can cause a crash. You or others could be injured or killed. Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving. Limit your glances at the vehicle displays and focus your attention on driving. Use voice commands whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid distraction by disabling some functions when driving. These
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Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system. The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.
functions may gray out when they are unavailable. Many infotainment features are also available through the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls. Before driving: . Become familiar with the
operation, faceplate buttons, and screen buttons.
. Set up the audio by presetting
favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
. Set up phone numbers in
advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single button or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability. See Defensive Driving 0 175. To play the infotainment system with the ignition off, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 191.
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Overview (Radio with CD)
1. RADIO/BAND
2. Buttons 1−6
. Changes the band while
listening to the radio.
. Selects the radio when
listening to a different audio source.
. Radio: Saves and selects
favorite stations.
3. s © (Previous/Reverse)
. Radio: Seeks the previous
station.
. CD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track.
4. O /VOL (Power/Volume)
. Turns the system on or off
and adjusts the volume.
5. ¨ \ (Next/Forward)
. Radio: Seeks the next
station.
. CD: Selects the next track
or fast forwards within a track.
6. FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites Page)
. Radio: Opens the
favorites list.
7. AS 1-2 (Autostore)
. Radio: Opens the auto
store stations list.
8. H (Clock)
. Opens the clock menu.
9. Z (Eject)
. Removes a disc from the
CD slot.
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INFO (Information) . Radio: Shows available
information about the current station.
. CD: Shows available information about the current track.
11. CONFIG (Configuration)
13. / BACK
. Menu: Moves one
level back.
. Character Input: Deletes
the last character.
14. TONE
. Opens the tone menu.
. Opens the settings menu.
15. CD Slot
12. TUNE/MENU
. Turn to open menus,
highlight menu items, or set numeric values while in a menu.
. Press to select menu items. . Radio: Manually selects
radio stations.
. CD: Selects tracks.
Insert a CD.
16. V / 8 (Phone/Mute) . Opens the phone
main menu.
. Mutes the audio system.
17. AUX (Auxiliary)
. Selects an external audio
source.
18. CD
. Selects the CD player.
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Operation
Controls The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons, multifunction knobs, menus shown on the display, and steering wheel controls, if equipped. Turning the System On or Off O /VOL (Power/Volume) : Press to turn the system on and off.
Automatic Switch-Off If the infotainment system has been turned on after the ignition is turned off, the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes. Volume Control O /VOL (Power/Volume) : Turn to adjust the volume. V / 8 (Phone/Mute) : Press to mute the infotainment system. Press V / 8 again, or turn the O /VOL knob to cancel mute.
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Menu System (Radio with CD) For radios with CD and touch screen, see “Using the System” in the infotainment manual.
Controls The TUNE/MENU knob and / BACK are used to navigate the menu system. TUNE/MENU: Press to: . Enter the menu system. . Select or activate the highlighted
menu option.
. Confirm a set value. . Turn a system setting on or off. Turn to: . Highlight a menu option. . Select a value. / BACK: Press to: . Exit a menu. . Return from a submenu screen
to the previous menu screen.
. Delete the last character in a
sequence.
Selecting a Menu Option
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
highlight the setting.
2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to
activate the setting.
Setting a Value
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
move the highlighted bar.
2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to
select the highlighted option.
Submenus An arrow on the right-hand edge of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options.
Activating a Setting
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to change the current value of the setting.
2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to
confirm the setting.
Turning a Function On or Off
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
highlight the function.
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2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to
turn the function on or off.
Entering a Character Sequence
1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
highlight the character.
2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to
select the character.
Press / BACK to delete the last character in the sequence or press and hold to delete the entire character sequence. Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. To quickly reset an audio setting value to 0: 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select the audio setting.
3. Press and hold the TUNE/ MENU knob until the value changes to 0.
Press / BACK to go back to the Tone Settings menu.
Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select Treble, Midrange,
or Bass.
3. Select the value. Press / BACK to go back to the Tone Settings menu.
Adjusting the Fader and Balance 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select Fader or Balance. 3. Select the value. Press / BACK to go back to the Tone Settings menu.
Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) For vehicles that have an equalizer: 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select EQ presets.
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3. Select the setting. Press / BACK to go back to the Tone Settings menu. System Settings
Configuring the Number of Favorite Pages To configure the number of available favorite pages: 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Radio Settings. 3. Select Radio Favorites. 4. Select the number of available
favorite pages.
5. Press / BACK to go back to the System Configuration menu.
Auto Volume The auto volume feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume level is consistent.
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The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the auto volume feature can be turned off. 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Radio Settings. 3. Select Auto Volume. 4. Select the setting. 5. Press / BACK to go back to the System Configuration menu.
Maximum Startup Volume The maximum volume played when the radio is first turned on can be set. 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Radio Settings. 3. Select Maximum Startup
Volume.
4. Select the setting. 5. Press / BACK to go back to the System Configuration menu.
Radio
AM-FM Radio For radios with CD and touch screen, see “AM-FM Radio” in the infotainment manual.
Control Buttons The buttons used to control the radio are: O /VOL (Power/Volume): . Press to turn the radio on or off. . Turn the knob to increase or
decrease the volume. The volume is adjusted for the current audio source or voice prompts.
RADIO/BAND : Press to turn the radio on and choose between AM, FM, and SiriusXM®, if equipped. TUNE/MENU : Turn to navigate the available menus and to search for stations.
INFO : Press to display additional information that may be available for the current song. s © or ¨ \ : Press to search for stations. FAV 1-2-3 : Press to open the favorites list and select the favorites page. Buttons 1−6 : Press to select preset stations. AS 1-2 (Autostore) : Press to open the autostore list. Radio Menus Radio menus are available for AM and FM. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to open the main radio menu for that band.
Selecting a Band Press the RADIO/BAND button to choose AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped. The last station that was playing starts playing again.
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Selecting a Station
Seek Tuning If the radio station is not known: Briefly press s © or ¨ \ to automatically search for the next available station. If a station is not found, the radio switches to a more sensitive search level. If a station still is not found, the frequency that was last active begins to play. If the radio station is known: Press and hold s © or ¨ \ until the station on the display is reached, then release the button.
Manual Tuning Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select the frequency on the display.
Favorites List 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select Favorites List. 3. Select the station.
Station Lists 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All receivable stations in the current reception area are displayed. If a station list has not been created, an automatic station search is done.
3. Select the station.
Category Lists Most stations that broadcast an RDS program type code specify the type of programming transmitted. Some stations change the program type code depending on the content. The system stores the RDS stations sorted by program type in the FM category list. To search for a programming type determined by station: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select FM category list. A list
of all programming types available displays.
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3. Select the programming type. A list of stations that transmit programming of the selected type displays.
4. Select the station. The category lists are updated when the station lists are updated.
Updating Station & Category Lists If stations stored in the station list can no longer be received: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select Update AM or FM Station List, if the stations stored in the station list are no longer received. A station search will be completed and the first station in the updated list will play.
To cancel the station search, press the TUNE/MENU knob. Radio Settings To access the Radio Settings menu: 1. Press the CONFIG button.
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2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until Radio Settings displays. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to display other options within that feature.
Audio system settings or features can be customized for: . Auto Volume . Maximum Start Up Volume . Radio Favorites . RDS Options . XM Categories Auto Volume : Turn the TUNE/ MENU knob to select volume Off, Low, Medium, or High. Maximum Start Up Volume : Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to increase or decrease the infotainment startup volume. Radio Favorites : Turn the TUNE/ MENU knob to highlight the number of favorites. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to select. RDS Options : Press the TUNE/ MENU knob to turn RDS on or off.
XM Categories : If equipped, turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the category. Press the TUNE/ MENU knob to select. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Show all XM Categories to display all categories.
Finding a Station Select a band such as AM, FM, or SiriusXM (if equipped). Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to find a radio station. To select a preset station, press the corresponding preset button.
Seeking a Station Press s © or ¨ \ to search for a station. Storing a Station as a Favorite Up to 36 preset stations can be stored. Each page can store six preset stations. The presets within a page can be from different radio bands. To scroll through the pages, press the FAV 1-2-3 (favorites) button. The current page number displays above the preset buttons. The stored
stations for each list display at the bottom of the screen. The number of preset FAV lists can be changed. To store a radio station to a favorites page: 1. Press the RADIO/BAND button
until the desired band is selected.
2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
the station.
3. Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to
scroll the list.
4. Press and hold one of the
preset buttons for more than two seconds. The station frequency appears on the preset button at the bottom of the display.
5. Repeat the steps for each
preset in each page.
To recall a preset station from a favorites page: 1. Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to
scroll to the page.
2. Press the preset button. The
stored preset station is recalled.
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Autostore Stations AS 1-2 (Autostore) : Autostore searches and stores six FM and six AM stations with the strongest signal. To use autostore: 1. Press RADIO/BAND to select
FM or AM.
2. Press AS 1-2 for at least two seconds until a beep sounds. SEARCH displays on the radio, followed by the number of stations found.
3. The radio will automatically
store the six strongest stations found as autostore presets.
Press the AS 1-2 button to alternate between the autostore stations and favorites. AS displays on the radio when using autostore presets. Autostore does not delete previously stored favorite stations. Autostore does not function with SiriusXM radio stations, if equipped.
Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has RDS. RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can: . Seek to stations broadcasting
the selected type of programming.
. Receive announcements
concerning local and national emergencies.
. Display messages from radio
stations.
This system relies on receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
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The RDS system is always on. When information is broadcast from the current FM station, the station name or call letters display on the audio screen. RDS can provide a program type (PTY) for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast.
Satellite Radio For radios with CD and touch screen, see “Satellite Radio” in the infotainment manual. Vehicles with a SiriusXM® Satellite Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A service fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service. If SiriusXM
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service needs to be reactivated, the radio will display "No Subscription Please Renew" on channel XM1. For more information, contact SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), and www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). Control Buttons The buttons used to control the SiriusXM radio are: RADIO/BAND : Press to turn the radio on and choose between AM, FM, and XM. s © or ¨ \ : Press to go to the previous or next channel. FAV 1-2-3 : Press to open the favorites list. Buttons 1−6 : Press to select a favorite. TUNE/MENU : Turn to select a channel. INFO : Press to display additional information that may be available about the current song.
w / j (Play/Pause) : Press to pause time shifted content, if equipped. Selecting the SiriusXM Band Press the RADIO/BAND button to choose between AM, FM, and XM. The last channel played in that band begins to play when that band is selected. SiriusXM Categories SiriusXM channels are organized in categories.
Removing or Adding Categories Channels in a category that have been removed can still be accessed by using the s © or ¨ \ buttons, or the TUNE/MENU knob. To add or remove categories: 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Radio Settings. 3. Select XM Categories. 4. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
highlight the category.
5. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to
remove or add the category.
Selecting a SiriusXM Channel SiriusXM channels can be selected by using s © or ¨ \ , the TUNE/ MENU knob, or the TUNE/MENU system. Selecting a Channel Using s © or ¨ \ . Press and release s © or ¨ \
to go to the previous or next channel.
. Press and hold s © or ¨ \ to
scroll through the previous or next channel until the channel is reached.
Selecting a Channel Using the TUNE/MENU Knob To select a channel using the TUNE/MENU knob: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob
and select Channel List.
2. Select the desired channel.
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Selecting a Channel Using the TUNE/MENU System 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select XM Category List. 3. Select the category. 4. Select the channel. Storing a SiriusXM Channel as a Favorite Channels from all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages. Up to six channels can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.
Storing a Channel as a Favorite To store the channel to a position in the list, press and hold the corresponding 1 to 6 button until the channel can be heard again.
Retrieving Channels Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to open a favorite page or to change to another favorite page. Briefly press one of the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve the channel.
Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. FM FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference, some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or hills, causing the sound to fade in and out.
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AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception. Tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM signal for a period of time.
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Cell Phone Usage Cell phone usage, such as making or receiving phone calls, charging, or just having the phone on may cause static interference in the radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off if this happens.
Backglass Antenna The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger in the rear window. Do not scratch the inside surface or damage the lines in the glass. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception. For proper radio reception, the antenna connector needs to be properly attached to the post on the glass. If attaching a cell phone antenna to the glass, attach it between the grid lines.
Caution
Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window antenna and/or the rear window defogger. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects.
Caution
Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film. The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception. Any damage caused to the backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Multi-Band Antenna The multi-band antenna is on the roof of the vehicle. The antenna is used for the AM-FM radio, OnStar, the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service System, and GPS (Global Positioning System), if the vehicle has these features. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception. If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it is open, reception can also be affected.
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Audio Players
CD Player For radios with CD and touch screen, see “CD Player” in the infotainment manual. The CD player can be used for CDs and MP3s. With the ignition on, insert a CD into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and begins playing. The vehicle must be in P (Park) for video to display. The system is capable of playing: . Most audio CDs . CD-R . CD-RW . MP3 or unprotected WMA
formats
When playing any compatible recordable disc, the sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music or video that has been recorded, or the way the disc has been handled.
To avoid damage to the CD player: . Do not use scratched or
damaged discs.
. Do not apply labels to discs. The
labels could get caught in the player. Insert only one disc at a time. . Keep the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris.
If a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the disc using a marking pen. Control Buttons The buttons used to control the CD player are: CD : Press to select the CD player. s © or ¨ \: Press to select tracks or to rewind or fast forward within a track. INFO (Information) : Press to display additional information about the current track that may be available.
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TUNE/MENU : Turn this knob to display the track list. Press to select the track from the list. The system plays the selected track and returns to the CD screen. Inserting a CD With the printed side facing up, insert a disc into the CD slot until it is drawn in. Removing a CD Press Z. The disc is pushed out of the CD slot. If the disc is not removed after it is ejected, it is pulled back in after a few seconds. Playing a CD or MP3 CD Press the CD button if there is a disc in the player; it begins playing. Information about the disc and current track is shown on the display depending on the data stored.
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Selecting a CD Track Using the control buttons: . Press s © or ¨ \ to select the
previous or next track.
. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. Using the CD Menu: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select Tracks list. 3. Select the track.
Playing Tracks in Random Order Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On.
Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold s © or ¨ \ to rewind or fast forward within the current track.
Selecting an MP3 Track Using the control buttons: . Press s © or ¨ \ to select the
previous or next track.
. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob.
Using the CD Menu: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select Playlists/Folders. 3. Select the playlist or folder. 4. Select the track.
Searching for MP3 Tracks The search feature may take some time to display the information after reading the disc due to the amount of information stored on the disc. FM automatically plays while the disc is being read. Tracks can be searched by: . Playlists . Artists . Albums . Song Titles . Genres . Folder View To search for tracks: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select Search.
3. Select: Playlists, Artists,
