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lights will flash on the windshield and either eight beeps will sound from the front, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. See Collision/Detection systems under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. See Defensive Driving on page 9-5.
Approaching and Following a Vehicle
The vehicle ahead symbol is in the DIC. The vehicle ahead symbol only displays when a vehicle is detected in your vehicle’s path moving in the same direction.
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If this symbol is not displaying, ACC will not respond to or brake to vehicles ahead. ACC automatically slows the vehicle down and adjusts vehicle speed to follow the vehicle in front at the selected follow gap. The vehicle speed increases or decreases to follow the vehicle in front of you, but will not exceed the set speed. It may apply limited braking, if necessary. When braking is active, the brake lamps will come on. The automatic braking may feel or sound different than if the brakes were applied manually. This is normal.
Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) may not detect and react to stopped or slow-moving vehicles ahead of you. For example, the system may not brake for a
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vehicle it has never detected moving. This can occur in stop-and-go traffic or when a vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle ahead changing lanes. Your vehicle may not stop and could cause a crash. Use caution when using ACC. Your complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes.
ACC Automatically Disengages ACC may automatically disengage and the driver will need to manually apply the brakes to slow the vehicle when:
The sensors are blocked. The Traction Control System (TCS) or electronic stability control system has activated or been disabled.
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. No traffic or other objects are
being detected. There is a fault in the system.
. Regen on Demand is engaged. A message indicating that the cruise is disengaging will appear on the DIC and the ACC active symbol will not be displayed when ACC is no longer active.
Notification to Resume ACC ACC will maintain a follow gap behind a detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a stop behind that vehicle. If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven away and ACC has not been resumed, the vehicle ahead symbol will flash as a reminder to check traffic ahead before proceeding. In addition, the left and right sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three times, or three beeps will sound. See “Alert Type” and “Go Notifier” under Collision/Detection systems in Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
When the vehicle ahead drives away, press +RES or the accelerator pedal to resume ACC. If stopped for more than two minutes or if the driver door is opened and the safety belt is unbuckled, the ACC automatically applies the electric parking brake to hold the vehicle. The electric parking brake status light will turn on. See Electric Parking Brake on page 9-30. To resume ACC and release the electric parking brake, press the accelerator pedal. A DIC warning message may display indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting the vehicle. See Vehicle Messages on page 5-40.
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If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and if ACC is disengaged, turned off, or canceled, the vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. The vehicle can move. When ACC is
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holding the vehicle at a stop, always be prepared to manually apply the brakes.
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Leaving the vehicle without placing it in P (Park) can be dangerous. Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held at a stop by ACC. Always place the vehicle in P (Park) and turn off the ignition before leaving the vehicle.
ACC Override If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active, a DIC warning message will indicate that automatic braking will not occur. See Vehicle Messages on page 5-40. ACC will
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resume operation when the accelerator pedal is not being pressed.
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The ACC will not automatically apply the brakes if your foot is resting on the accelerator pedal or if Regen on Demand paddles are engaged. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you.
Curves in the Road
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On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane. You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed, especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps. You could lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do not use
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ACC while driving on an entrance or exit ramp. Always be ready to use the brakes if necessary.
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On curves, ACC may respond to a vehicle in another lane, or may not have time to react to a vehicle in your lane. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves.
ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too sharp.
When following a vehicle and entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and accelerate to the set speed. When this happens the vehicle ahead symbol will not appear.
ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the brakes.
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Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer
ACC may occasionally provide an alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could respond to vehicles in different lanes, signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does not need service.
Other Vehicle Lane Changes
ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The brake may need to be manually applied.
Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills. The driver will often need to take over acceleration and braking on steep hills, especially when towing a trailer. If the brakes are applied, the ACC disengages.
Ending ACC To disengage ACC, do one of the following: . Step lightly on the brake pedal. . Press *.
. Press ].
. Press a Regen on Demand
paddle.
Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if ] is pressed or if the ignition is turned off.
Cleaning the Sensing System The radar sensor on the front of the vehicle can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These areas need to be cleaned for ACC to operate properly. For cleaning instructions, see “Washing the Vehicle” under Exterior Care on page 10-80. System operation may also be limited under snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions.
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Driver Assistance Systems This vehicle may have features that work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while driving, backing, and parking. Read this entire section before using these systems.
{ Warning Do not rely on the Driver Assistance Systems. These systems do not replace the need for paying attention and driving safely. You may not hear or feel alerts or warnings provided by these systems. Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. See Defensive Driving on page 9-5.
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Under many conditions, these systems will not:
. Detect children, pedestrians,
bicyclists, or animals.
. Detect vehicles or objects
outside the area monitored by the system.
. Work at all driving speeds. . Warn you or provide you with enough time to avoid a crash.
. Work under poor visibility or
bad weather conditions.
. Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. Complete attention is always required while driving, and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and/or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes.
Audible or Safety Alert Seat Some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by beeping. To change the volume of the warning chime, see “Comfort and Convenience” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. With the Safety Alert Seat, the driver seat cushion may provide a vibrating pulse alert instead of beeping. To change this, see “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing When the vehicle is in R (Reverse), the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) and Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) may help the driver to avoid a crash or to reduce crash damage while backing and parking. Some models may also have Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).
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When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the RVC displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the center stack display. { Warning
The RVC system does not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or any other object located outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, or under the vehicle. Perceived distances may be different from actual distances. Do not back the vehicle using only the RVC screen, during longer, higher speed backing maneuvers, or where there could be cross traffic. Failure to use proper care before backing may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Always check behind and around the vehicle before backing.
1. View Displayed by the Camera
1. View Displayed by the Camera 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display. A warning triangle may display on the RVC screen to show where the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) has detected an object. This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object. On vehicles with the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), a triangle with an arrow may also display on the RVC screen to warn of traffic coming from either direction. When backing, this system detects objects coming from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side, behind the vehicle. When an object is detected, either three beeps sound or three Safety Alert Seat pulses occur on the left or right side, depending on the direction of the detected vehicle.
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Ultrasonic Front and Rear Park Assist (UFRPA) operates at speeds of less than 8 km/h (5 mph) and detects nearby objects within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and below bumper level. UFRPA detects objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and detects objects up to 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehicle. These detection distances may be less during warmer or humid weather. { Warning
The parking assist system does not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects located below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle. It is not available at speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, or vehicle damage, even with parking assist, always check the
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area around the vehicle and check all mirrors before moving forward or backing.
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vehicle front), five beeps will sound from the rear or front, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. Beeps for Front Parking Assist are higher pitched than for Rear Parking Assist. Turning the Features On or Off
The X button in the center stack is used to turn on or off the Front and Rear Parking Assist. The indicator light next to the button comes on when the features are on and turns off when the features have been disabled.
The instrument cluster parking assist display may have bars that show “distance to object” and object location information for UFRPA. As the object gets closer, more bars light up. When an object is first detected in the rear, one beep will be heard from the rear, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse two times. When an object is very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the
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The parking assist symbols and guidance lines can be turned on or off through the Settings menu on the infotainment system. To turn the symbols or guidance lines on or off: 1. On the infotainment system, press the SETTINGS screen button, or turn the MENU knob to highlight Settings and press MENU.
2. Select Rear Camera. 3. Press Rear Park Assist Symbols
or Guidance Lines and then select OFF or ON.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) can be turned on and off through Vehicle Personalization. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Assistance Systems for Driving If equipped, when driving the vehicle forward, Forward Collision Alert (FCA), Lane Departure
Warning (LDW), Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), and/or the Active Emergency Braking System can help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System The FCA system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat. FCA also lights an amber visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely. FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph). If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it can detect vehicles to distances of approximately 110 m
(360 ft) and operates at all speeds. See Adaptive Cruise Control on page 9-39.
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FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or when following a vehicle too closely, FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash. FCA does not warn of pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails, bridges, construction barrels, or other objects. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9-5.
FCA can be disabled with the FCA steering wheel control, or if your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), through vehicle personalization. See the “Auto Collision Preparation” portion
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of “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA system detects a vehicle ahead. When a vehicle is detected, the vehicle-ahead indicator will display green. Vehicles may not be detected on curves, highway exit ramps, or hills; or due to poor visibility. FCA will not detect another vehicle ahead until it is completely in the driving lane.
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FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in good repair.
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When your vehicle approaches another detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA display will flash on the windshield. Also, eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound from the front, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. When this Collision Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs.
Tailgating Alert
The vehicle-ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely.
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Selecting the Alert Timing
With Adaptive Cruise Control
Without Adaptive Cruise Control
The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel. Press [ /3 to set the FCA timing to far, medium, near, or on some vehicles, off. The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC. Additional button presses will change this setting. The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features. The timing of both alerts will vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed, the farther away the alert will occur. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the alert timing. The range of selectable alert timing may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), changing the FCA timing setting automatically changes the following gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near).
Following Distance Indication The following distance to a moving vehicle you are following is indicated in following time in seconds on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-38. The minimum following time is 0.5 seconds away. If there is no vehicle detected ahead, or the vehicle ahead is out of sensor range, dashes will be displayed. Unnecessary Alerts FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, objects that are not vehicles, or shadows. These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service. Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly, cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the camera sensor on the back of the rearview mirror, and cleaning the
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front of the vehicle where radar sensors are located, may correct the issue.
Active Emergency Braking System If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) it also has the Active Emergency Braking System, which includes the Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System. These systems can automatically brake the vehicle to help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes. Automatic Collision Preparation (ACP) System ACP may help reduce crash damage by applying the vehicle’s brake system and has a detection range of approximately 60 m (197 ft). Braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected ahead in your path. This is shown by the FCA vehicle-ahead indicator being lit. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-50.
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ACP is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not designed to avoid crashes. Do not rely on ACP to brake the vehicle. ACP may not:
. Respond to stopped vehicles,
pedestrians, or animals.
. Detect a vehicle ahead on
winding or hilly roads.
. Detect a stopped or
slow-moving vehicle or other object ahead.
. Detect a vehicle when
weather limits visibility, such as in fog, rain, or snow. In these situations, ACP sensor performance is limited.
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Complete attention is always required while driving, and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and/or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes.
Brake Preparation When quickly approaching a vehicle ahead, Brake Preparation reduces brake response time by having the brake system prepared for driver braking to occur more rapidly.
Automatic Braking In some imminent front-end crash situations, if the driver has not applied the brakes, Automatic Braking applies the brakes to help reduce crash damage. It may even help avoid some very low speed crashes. Automatic Braking may slow the vehicle to a complete stop to try to avoid a potential crash. If this
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happens, Automatic Braking will engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. To release the EPB, press the EPB button. A firm press of the accelerator pedal will also release Automatic Braking and the EPB.
{ Warning Automatic Braking may automatically brake the vehicle in situations where it may be unnecessary. It could respond to a turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, signs, and other non-moving objects. This could be uncomfortable and startling. To override Automatic Braking, firmly press the accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so.
Automatic Braking can be disabled or reduced through vehicle personalization. See the “Auto Collision Preparation” portion of
“Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If equipped, the Side Blind Zone Alert system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas. The SBZA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on.
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SBZA does not alert the driver to vehicles rapidly approaching outside of the side blind zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may not provide alerts when changing lanes under all driving conditions. Failure to
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use proper care when changing lanes may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Before making a lane change, always check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn signals.
SBZA Detection Zones
The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
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(11 ft). The height of the zone is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). How the System Works The SBZA symbol lights up in the side mirrors when the system detects a vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone. This indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before making a lane change, check the SBZA display, check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn signals.
Left Side Mirror
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When the vehicle is started, both outside mirror SBZA displays will briefly come on to indicate the system is operating. When the vehicle is moving forward, the left- or right-side mirror display will light up if a vehicle is detected in that blind zone. If the turn signal is activated in the same direction of a detected vehicle, this display will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes. SBZA can be disabled through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. If SBZA is disabled by the driver, the SBZA mirror displays will not light up. When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly SBZA may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, such as a bicycle, or object extending out to either side of the vehicle. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service.
SBZA may not always alert the driver to vehicles in the side blind zone, especially in wet conditions. The system does not need to be serviced. The system may light up due to guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other non-moving objects. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service. SBZA may not operate when the SBZA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care on page 10-80. If the DIC still displays the system unavailable message after cleaning both sides of the vehicle toward the rear corners of the vehicle, see your dealer. If the SBZA displays do not light up when vehicles are in the blind zone and the system is clean, the system may need service. Take the vehicle to your dealer.
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When SBZA is disabled for any reason other than the driver turning it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On option will not be available on the personalization menu. FCC Information See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) LDW may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may provide a warning if the vehicle is crossing a detected lane marker without using a turn signal in the lane departure direction. LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings. It only operates at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. When the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking, the LDW indicator will flash and either three beeps will be sounded from the left or right side, or three Safety Alert Seat pulses will occur on the left or
right side of the seat, depending on the lane departure direction. LDW will not warn if the turn signal is on in the departure direction, or if a sharp maneuver is made. { Warning
The LDW system is an aid to help the vehicle stay in the driving lane. It does not steer the vehicle. The LDW system may not:
. Provide enough time to avoid
a crash.
. Detect lane markings under bad weather conditions or if the windshield is dirty.
. Detect lane markings and will
not detect road edges. . Warn that the vehicle is
crossing a lane marking if the system does not detect the lane marking.
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If LDW only detects lane markings on one side of the road, it will only warn you when departing the lane on the side where it has detected a lane marker. Even with LDW, always keep your attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position within the lane, or vehicle damage, injury, or death could occur. Always keep the windshield clean and do not use LDW in bad weather conditions.
How the System Works The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror. To turn LDW on and off, press @ on the center stack. The control indicator will light when LDW is on.
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When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the LDW symbol does not appear when the system is on and the vehicle is traveling at least 56 km/h (35 mph):
The lane markings on the road may not be seen. The camera sensor may be blocked by dirt, snow, or ice. The windshield may be damaged. The weather may be limiting visibility.
This is normal operation; the vehicle does not need service. Lane markings may not be detected on curves, highway exit ramps, or hills; or due to poor visibility. If the LDW camera system does not seem to operate properly, cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the camera sensor may correct the issue.
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LDW does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects the lane markings. LDW may not detect the lane markings if the camera sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a lane on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and camera sensors clean and in good repair.
LDW warnings may occur due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the road, or other road imperfections. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need service.
When the vehicle is started, the LDW indicator on the instrument cluster will come on briefly. If LDW is on, the LDW indicator will appear green if the system detects a left or right lane marking while the vehicle is traveling at 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. If the vehicle crosses a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in the lane departure direction, this indicator will change to amber and flash. In addition, three beeps will be sounded from the left or right side, or the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three times on either the left or right side of the seat, depending on the lane departure direction.
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Charging
Plug-In Charging This section explains the process for charging the vehicle's high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in. It is recommended that the vehicle be plugged in when temperatures are below 0°C (32°F) and above 32°C (90°F) to maximize high voltage battery life. When using a 120-volt AC electrical outlet, it will take approximately 12.5 hours to charge the vehicle with the 12 amp AC current setting or 18 hours using the default 8 amp AC current setting. When using a 240-volt charging station, it will take approximately five hours to charge the vehicle. Charge times will vary with outside temperature. There are three ways to program how the
vehicle is charged. See Programmable Charging on page 5-29. The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned off. Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be caused by the electrical devices used while charging. While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven. Charging
Start Charge 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked
and turned off.
2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door in and release to open the door. In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the area before attempting to open or close the charge port door.
3. Open the rear trunk, lift the left
load support floor cover, and remove the charge cord. Pull up on the charge cord handle to release. The vehicle plug is stored as shown.
4. Plug the charge cord into the
electrical outlet. See Electrical Requirements for Battery Charging on page 9-66. Verify the charge cord status. See the charge cord user guide. See Charge Cord on page 9-64. Select the appropriate charge level using the Select Charge Level Preference screen on the
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center stack. See “Charge Level Selection” under Programmable Charging on page 5-29.
5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the
charge cord into the charge port on the vehicle. Verify that the charging status indicator illuminates on top of the instrument panel and a horn chirp occurs. See Charging Status Feedback on page 9-60.
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Charge Cord Theft Alert This vehicle has a Charge Cord Theft Alert. To enable this feature, see "Charge Cord Theft Alert" in Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. The system can be armed and disarmed using the door lock function on the RKE transmitter.
End Charge 1.
If armed, unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.
2. Disconnect the vehicle plug of
the charge cord from the vehicle.
3. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly on the rearward edge of the door surface.
4. Unplug the charge cord from the
electrical outlet.
5. Place the charge cord into the
storage compartment.
Delayed Charging Override To temporarily override a delayed charge event, unplug the charge cord from the charge port and then plug it back in within five seconds. A single horn chirp will sound and charging will begin immediately. To cancel a temporary override, unplug the charge cord, wait for 10 seconds, and then plug the charge cord back in. A double horn chirp will sound and charging will be delayed. See Programmable Charging on page 5-29 for advanced charge scheduling options.
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Charging Status Feedback The vehicle has two ways of monitoring the charging status of the high voltage battery. The Instrument Panel Charging Status Indicator (CSI) is at the center of the instrument panel near the windshield. The LEDs in the Outside Rearview Mirrors (OSRVM) are also used to monitor charging status. Some local laws restricting the use of colored lights on public roads may apply to the outside rearview mirrors charging status feedback. To turn the OSRVM charge indicator off, see “Charge Status Feedback” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Instrument Panel Charging Status Indicator (CSI)
When the vehicle is plugged in and the vehicle power is off, the CSI indicates the following: . Solid Green – Vehicle is plugged
in. Battery is not fully charged. Battery is charging. Long Flashing Green – Vehicle is plugged in. Battery is not fully charged. Battery charging is delayed.
. Short Flashing Green – Vehicle
is plugged in. Battery is fully charged.
. Solid Yellow – Vehicle is plugged in. It is normal for the CSI to turn yellow for a few seconds after plugging in a compatible charge cord. The solid yellow may be extended depending on the vehicle temperature or if there is a total utility interruption via OnStar. See Utility Interruption of Charging on page 9-65. This may also indicate that the charging system has detected a fault and will not charge the battery. See “Charge Cord Status Indicators” in the charge cord user guide.
The system may be thermally conditioning the battery during any of the states above, requiring electrical energy to be transferred to the vehicle.
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If the vehicle is plugged in and vehicle power is on, the CSI will be on solid green. The same is true during a remote start if the vehicle is plugged in. If the vehicle is plugged in and the CSI is off, a total utility interruption using OnStar or a charging fault has been detected. See Utility Interruption of Charging on page 9-65 or “Charge Cord Status Indicators” in the charge cord user guide. This chart indicates vehicle feedback when the charge cord is plugged in.
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Charging Status
Indicator
Solid Green Long Flashing Green
One horn chirp Two horn chirps
Short Flashing Green Yellow (Upon Plug-in)
Yellow (For Extended Time Period after Plug-in)
None None
None
Solid Green
Two horn chirps
Solid Green or Long Flashing Green None (Upon Plug-in)
Four horn chirps
None
Sound
Action/Reason
Charging has begun. Charging is delayed by Programmable Charging or, if the vehicle is equipped accordingly, by a total utility interruption via OnStar. Charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging on page 9-65. Charging is complete. Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is not yet charging. Charge cord is OK, but the vehicle is not charging. This may be due to vehicle temperature or a total utility interruption via Onstar and charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging on page 9-65
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Sound
Action/Reason
Charge cord connection should be checked. If connection is good, this may be due to a total utility interruption via OnStar and charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging on page 9-65 or Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-17. Electricity was interrupted before charging was complete.
Charging Status
Indicator
None (After Green or Yellow CSI Indication Observed)
None
None
Repeated horn chirps To disable this feature, see “Charge Power Loss Alert” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. To stop this alert, do one of the following: . Unplug the charge cord. . Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Press and hold 7 on the RKE
transmitter, then press again to stop the panic alarm.
. Press the horn pad.
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Outside Rearview Mirror (OSRVM) Charging Status Indicator
The outside rear view mirrors are equipped with green LEDs used to indicate high voltage battery system charging status. The OSRVM CSI indicates the following: . Solid green - Battery is charging
and is less than half complete. Fast flashing - Battery is charging. Battery is more than half complete.
. Slow flashing - Battery is
charging. Battery is nearly complete.
. Off - Not charging.
Charge Cord See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15. A portable charge cord used to charge the vehicle high voltage battery is stored under the load support floor covering in the trunk.
Important Information About Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’s electrical system more than a typical household appliance.
. Before you plug in to any
electrical outlet, have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the electrical system (electrical outlet, wiring, junctions, and protection devices) for heavy-duty service at a 12 amp continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.
. When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is weather-proof while in use. . Mount the charging cord to
reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug.
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Improper use of portable electric vehicle charge cords may cause a fire, electrical shock, or burns, and may result in damage to property, serious injury, or death.
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. Do not use extension cords,
multi-outlet power strips, splitters, grounding adaptors, surge protectors, or similar devices.
. Do not use an electrical outlet
that is worn or damaged, or one that will not hold the plug firmly in place.
. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded. . Do not use an electrical outlet
that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.
See the charge cord user guide. Charge Cord Status Indicators See “Charge Cord Status Indicators” in the charge cord user guide.
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OnStar to limit or completely block electrical power grid usage for brief time periods. A utility interruption of charging may increase AC vehicle charge times, but will not affect DC charge times. When electrical grid power is completely blocked, the vehicle will delay charging until the utility interruption has expired. The vehicle should be left plugged in so that, when the utility interruption expires, the vehicle can automatically begin charging. Changing the charge mode to Immediate or performing a delayed charging override will not disable a utility interruption. A pop-up will appear in the center stack display during the key cycle following any utility interruption. See “Charging Override/Interruption Pop-up” under Programmable Charging on page 5-29.
Charge Level Selection Charge level selection can be made using the Charge Level Preference setting on the center stack. See “Charge Level Selection” under Programmable Charging on page 5-29.
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Using a charge level that exceeds the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity may start a fire or damage the electrical circuit. Use the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects your electrical circuit capacity. Use the lowest charge level if the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity is not known.
Utility Interruption of Charging For participating customers using AC charging, this vehicle will respond to remote requests via
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Text will be displayed on the instrument cluster indicating that a utility interruption has occurred. See Instrument Cluster on page 5-7.
Electrical Requirements for Battery Charging This vehicle is capable of being charged with most standard vehicle charging equipment complying to one or more of the following: . SAE J1772
. SAE J2847-2
IEC 61851-1
IEC 61851-22
IEC 61851-23
IEC 61851-24
IEC 62196-1
IEC 62196-2
IEC 62196-3
ISO 15118The following are the minimum requirements for circuits used to charge this vehicle:
120 volts/15 amps 240 volts/20 amps
Charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 volts/20 amps will provide the fastest charging time and best charging efficiency to recharge the high voltage battery. 240 volt/40 amp circuits provide flexibility for future vehicle charging needs. Always follow the charging equipment installation instructions. Contact your dealer for more information.
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Do not use portable or stationary backup generating equipment to charge the vehicle. This may cause damage to the vehicle's charging system. Only charge the vehicle from utility supplied power.
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. When driving in the U.S. and Canada, to help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. See www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines.
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Use of Seasonal Fuels Use summer and winter fuels in the appropriate season. The fuels industry automatically modifies the fuel for the appropriate season. If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for long periods of time, driving or starting could be affected. Drive the vehicle until the fuel is at one-half tank or less, then refuel with the current seasonal fuel.
Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. If these gasolines comply with the previously described specification, then they are acceptable to use.
However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 15% ethanol must be used only in FlexFuel vehicles.
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Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty.
Some gasolines, mainly high octane racing gasolines, can contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use gasolines and/or fuel additives with MMT as they can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, see your dealer for service.
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Gasoline Specifications At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814. Some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See “Prohibited Fuels" in Fuel on page 9-66.
California Fuel Requirements If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California Emissions Standards, the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle may not pass a smog-check
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Fuel Additives To keep fuel systems clean, TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended. See Fuel on page 9-66. If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of Fuel System Treatment PLUS added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help. Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors. It is available at your dealer.
test. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-17. If this occurs, return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Fuels in Foreign Countries If planning to drive in countries outside the U.S. or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Check regional auto club or fuel retail brand websites for availability in the country where driving. Never use leaded gasoline, fuel containing methanol, manganese, or any other fuel not recommended. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Filling the Tank
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Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death.
. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island.
. Turn off the engine when
refueling.
. Keep sparks, flames, and
smoking materials away from fuel.
. Do not leave the fuel pump
unattended.
. Do not reenter the vehicle
while pumping fuel.
. Keep children away from the
fuel pump and never let children pump fuel.
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The fuel system on this vehicle requires a refueling process to control evaporative emissions. To refuel the vehicle:
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. Fuel can spray out if the fuel
cap is opened too quickly. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop then unscrew the cap all the way.
1. Press the fuel door button on the
driver door for one second. A WAIT TO REFUEL message displays on the Driver Information Center.
2. When the READY TO REFUEL message displays, the fuel door on the passenger side will unlock. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward center edge of the door.
3. Turn the fuel cap
counterclockwise to remove. While refueling, hang the fuel cap tether from the hook on the inside of the fuel door. Complete refueling within 30 minutes of pressing the fuel door button on the driver door. If refueling more than 30 minutes, press the fuel door button again.
4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel
cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks. Close the fuel door.
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Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care on page 10-80.
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If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately.
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If a new fuel cap is needed, be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer. The wrong type of fuel cap might not fit properly, might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could damage the fuel tank and
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. Place the container on the
ground.
. Place the nozzle inside the fill
opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete.
. Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for expansion.
. Do not smoke, light matches,
or use lighters while pumping fuel.
. Avoid using cell phones or
other electronic devices.
emissions system. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-17.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
{ Warning
Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means. You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged. Always:
. Use approved fuel
containers.
. Remove the container from the vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed before filling.
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General Towing Information The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer or another vehicle. For information on towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10-76. For information on towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10-78.
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Exceeding 200 watts or 15 amps may cause erratic vehicle operation. See Power Outlets on page 5-6.
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On Electrical Equipment
{ Caution
Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. When adding electrical equipment, it should only be connected using the accessory power outlets. The maximum power that can be supplied by one accessory power outlet, or spread across all power outlets, is 200 watts or 15 amps.
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Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
California Proposition65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements . . . . 10-2
Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6
Engine CompartmentOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-9
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-12
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-13
Cooling System (Engine) . . . 10-14
Cooling System (HighVoltage Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Cooling System (Power
Electronics and Charger Modules) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . 10-19
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-19
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-21
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Electric Drive Unit Shift LockControl Function Check . . . 10-25
Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-25
Wiper Blade
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . 10-26
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . 10-27
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . 10-28Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Electrical System
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Engine Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
(Left Side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
(Right Side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-43
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-43
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . 10-44
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45
Tire Terminology andDefinitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48
Tire Pressure MonitorSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Tire Pressure Monitor
