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If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint 0 96. This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not use the vehicle's safety belts. Instead use the vehicle's anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether.

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1. Attach and tighten the lower

1.3. Attach and tighten the

2.

lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors.

If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor.

For the third row seat, move the flipper panel rearward to access the top tether anchors.

2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions:

attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the safety belts and top tether when recommended by the child restraint manufacturer. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. For the third row outboard seating positions, if the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, then the head restraint may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for

the desired seating position.

1.2. Put the child restraint on

the seat.

If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback.

If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.

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If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts.

If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether around the inboard or outboard side of the head restraint.

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If the position you are using has a fixed or an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the head restraint.

3. Before placing a child in the

child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement, for proper installation.

Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation 1. Partially fold the seatback

forward. See Third Row Seats 0 67 for additional information.

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2. Press the buttons on the head restraint posts and pull up on the head restraint.

3. Route the top tether of the child

restraint under the head restraint.

4. With the head restraint facing

rearward, insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback.

5. Push the head restraint down. 6. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.

7. When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used.

{ Warning

With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash { Warning

A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the

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system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash.

Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is

secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97 for top tether anchor locations. Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 96.

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1. Put the child restraint on

the seat. For the third row outboard seating positions, if the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run

the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

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3. Push the latch plate into the

4. Pull the shoulder belt all the

buckle until it clicks. If the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle, check to see if the correct buckle is being used. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.

way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor.

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5.

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6.

If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97.

7. Before placing a child in the

child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.

To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. If the head restraint was removed for a third row outboard seating position, reinstall it before the seating position is used. See “Head

Restraint Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97 for additional information on reinstalling the head restraint properly.

Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 96. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System 0 84
and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 130 for more information, including important safety information. Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys.

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{ Warning

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a

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forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System 0 84 for additional information.

If the child restraint uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 97 for top tether anchor locations. Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.

When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it

will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 130.

2. Put the child restraint on

the seat.

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run

the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt, if needed.

4. Push the latch plate into the

buckle until it clicks.

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Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.

5. Pull the shoulder belt all the

way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor.

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6.

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7. Before placing a child in the

child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.

If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing System 0 84. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position.

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Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 110
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 110
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . 111
Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 112

Additional Storage Features

Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Roof Rack System

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Storage Compartments { Warning

Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments. In a crash, these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury.

Instrument Panel Storage

storage area may contain a USB port and auxiliary jack. See the infotainment manual. Keep the storage area door closed while driving. Touch the bottom of the climate control system again until the door automatically starts to close.

Glove Box

To open, press the button. Close the glove box manually.

Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel until the door automatically starts to open. The

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To access the cupholders, press the cover and release. There is storage in front of the cupholders. Push forward on the handle to open.

If equipped, sunglasses storage is on the overhead console. Press the fixed button on the cover and release to access. There may be a child-view mirror located within the sunglasses bin. Release the bin and then push up halfway to secure in position.

Armrest Storage For vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the loop at the top of the armrest down to access the cupholders.

There is storage in the floor of the rear cargo area. Lift the handle to access. There is a removable divider to help organize.

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Center Console Storage

If equipped, press to turn on the cooled compartment inside the center console storage. The cooled compartment will help keep cold liquids cold, but is not intended to chill warm liquids. Do not use for items that need to be refrigerated.

Pull the handle and lift to access. There are auxiliary jacks, USB ports, an accessory power outlet, a tote compartment and a device holder inside. On the rear of the console there are auxiliary jacks, a power outlet, and a storage area. See Power Outlets 0 121 and the infotainment manual.

Additional Storage Features

Cargo Cover

{ Warning

An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle.

To use the cargo cover, if equipped: 1. Pull the cover handle toward

the rear of the vehicle.

2. Latch the cover posts into the retaining sockets on the cargo area trim panels.

To return the cover to the retracted position: 1. Pull up on the cover handle to

release the cover posts from the retaining sockets.

2. Let the cover move forward to

the full retracted position.

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To remove the cover: 1. Let the cover go all the way

into the holder.

2. Grasping the driver side cover

end cap, push the cover end cap toward the passenger side of the vehicle.

3. Swing the cover rearward and

take it out of the vehicle.

To put the cover in the vehicle: 1. Make sure the cover slot in the holder faces rearward with the round surface facing down.

2. Hold the cover at an angle and

place the cover end cap into the slot in the passenger side trim panel.

3. Move the other end of the

cover forward and hold it next to the driver side trim panel slot.

4. Press the end caps in, to allow the cover to fit into the trim slot.

5. Pull lightly on the cover holder

to make sure it is secure.

On long wheelbase models there are two cover positions. The slots furthest forward allow the cover to be used if the third seat is removed or folded down. The cover can be installed and removed from either side.

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{ Warning

If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier.

If equipped, the roof rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails included, GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional information.

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Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 198. A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above the rear window glass. Make sure items loaded on the roof of the vehicle do not block or damage the CHMSL.

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Caution

Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 100 kg (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails, making sure to fasten cargo securely.

To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle’s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place.

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Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 116
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 116
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 116
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 117
Rear Window Wiper/

Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Engine Coolant Temperature

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 129
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 130
Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 131
Malfunction Indicator Lamp

(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 131

Brake System Warning

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Service Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . 135
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 135
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
StabiliTrak® OFF Light . . . . . . . . 136
Traction Control System (TCS)/

StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Engine Coolant Temperature

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 137
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 138
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 138
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 139
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 139
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Information Displays

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . 142

Vehicle Messages

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Battery Voltage and Charging

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Brake System Messages . . . . . 146
Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 147
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 147
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 148
Engine Cooling System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 149
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 149
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 149
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 149
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Object Detection System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Ride Control System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Airbag System Messages . . . . 153
Safety Belt Messages . . . . . . . . 154

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Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 154
Steering System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Starting the Vehicle

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 155
Vehicle Reminder

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 156
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . . 157
Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 157

Universal Remote System

Universal Remote System . . . . 164
Universal Remote System

Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Universal Remote System

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.

Heated Steering Wheel

To adjust the power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, if equipped: Press the control to move the steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

( (Heated Steering Wheel) : If equipped with a heated steering wheel, press to turn on or off. An indicator next to the button is lit when the feature is turned on. The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating.

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8 (Mist) : For a single wipe, turn to 8, then release. For several wipes, hold the band on 8 longer. Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 285. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. An internal circuit breaker to the motor will stop the motor until it cools down.

Wiper Parking If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are on w, 1, or 3 INT, they will immediately stop. If z FRONT is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield.

If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing or Rainsense, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield. Rainsense™ With Rainsense, a sensor near the top center of the windshield detects the amount of water on the windshield and controls the frequency of the windshield wiper. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance. 3 INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity) : Turn the z FRONT band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity when Rainsense is turned on.

Horn To sound the horn, press a on the steering wheel.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever. The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with z FRONT on it. 1 (High Speed) : Fast wipes. w (Low Speed) : Slow wipes. 3 INT (Intermittent Wipes) : Turn the z FRONT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF : Turns the windshield wipers off.

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. Turn the band up to a higher INT

setting for more sensitivity to moisture.

. Turn the band down to the lower INT setting for less sensitivity to moisture.

Move the band out of the 3 INT position to deactivate Rainsense.

z AUTO (Rainsense On/Off) : Press to turn Rainsense on or off. When turned on and z FRONT is in one of the Rainsense wipe sensitivity positions, the wipers can be adjusted for more or less sensitivity to moisture by adjusting the INT position. When turned off, the wipers operate as timed intermittent wipers and can be adjusted for more or less frequent wipes.

If z AUTO is on when the ignition is turned on, or if the ignition is in ON/RUN and the z FRONT band is in one of the sensitivity settings when z AUTO is turned on or off, a message may display indicating if Rainsense was turned on or off. If the ignition is in ON/RUN and z FRONT is not in one of the sensitivity settings when z AUTO is turned on, a message may display indicating that the wiper band must be in one of the sensitivity settings for Rainsense to operate.

Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to OFF. This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers. With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the wipers may automatically stop at the base of the windshield.

The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has increased. Windshield Washer

{ Warning

In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

L m (Washer Fluid) : Push the paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the turn signal lever to spray washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the paddle is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the paddle is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 279
for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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Rear Window Wiper/ Washer

The rear wiper control is on the turn signal lever. To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to a wiper position. OFF : Turns the wiper off. INT (Intermittent Wipes) : Turns on the rear wiper with a delay between wipes. ON (Rear Wipes) : Turns on the rear wiper. = REAR (Rear Wiper Wash) : Press this button on the end of the lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The wipers will clear the rear window and either stop or return to your preset speed. For more washer cycles, press and hold the button.

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The rear window wiper/washer will not operate if the liftgate or liftglass is open or ajar. If the liftgate or liftglass is opened while the rear wiper is on, the wiper returns to the parked position and stops.

Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper will automatically park under the rear spoiler. The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has increased.

Reverse Gear Wipes If the rear wiper control is off, the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the shift lever is in R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes. If the rear wiper control is off, the shift lever is

in R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes, then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes. This feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 157. The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear window. Check the fluid level in the reservoir if either washer is not working. See Washer Fluid 0 279.

Compass The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center (DIC). The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak®, and vehicle speed information. The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites. When the compass display shows CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in an

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open area where it can receive a GPS signal. The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again. See Compass Messages 0 147 for the messages that may be displayed for the compass.

Clock The infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system. See “Home Page” in the infotainment manual for information about how to use the menu system. Setting the Clock

Time To set the time: 1. From the Home Page, touch

the SETTINGS screen button, then touch Time and Date.

2. Touch Set Time, then touch + or − to increase or decrease hours or minutes, and change AM or PM.

3. Touch 12-24 Hr for a 12 or

3. Touch Auto Set, then select

24 hour clock.

4. Touch [ Back to go back to the

previous menu.

Date To set the date: 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen

button and touch Time and Date.

2. Touch Set Date and touch + or

− to increase or decrease month, day, or year.

3. Touch [ Back to go back to the

previous menu.

Auto Set When on, the time and date will automatically update. To set auto set: 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen

button, then touch Time and Date.

2. Touch Set Time or Set Date.

On-Cell Network or Off-Manual to manually set the time and date.

4. Touch [ Back to go back to the

previous menu.

If auto set is on, the time displayed on the clock may not update immediately when driving into a new time zone.

Clock Display When on, the digital clock will display on the infotainment screen. To set the clock display: 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen

button and touch Time and Date.

2. Touch Clock Display, then

select Off or On.

3. Touch [ Back to go back to the

previous menu.

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Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle has five accessory power outlets: . One near the cupholders on the

center console.

. One inside the center console. . One on the rear of the center

console.

. One in the third row seat on the

driver side.

. One in the rear cargo area on

the passenger side.

Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use. The accessory power outlets are powered as follows: . The power outlet near the cupholders on the center console is powered in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode.

This outlet can be configured to operate using RAP or battery power. If the power outlet is used while in the battery power mode, this could cause interference between the RKE transmitter and the vehicle, and the vehicle may not start. See Ignition Positions 0 203.

. The power outlets inside the

center console and on the rear of the center console are powered when the ignition is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 207.

. The power outlets in the third row seat and in the rear cargo area are powered at all times.

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Power is always supplied to the outlets. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the

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vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death.

Caution

Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 15 amp rating.

Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer.

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When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 263.

Caution

Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords.

Power Outlet 110/120 Volt Alternating Current This power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts. The 110/120 volt power outlet is on the rear of the center console. An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use. The light comes on when the ignition is in ON/RUN/START, equipment

requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is detected. The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet. If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the ignition off and then back to ON/RUN. The power restarts when equipment using 150
watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected. The power outlet is not designed for the following, and may not work properly if they are plugged in: . Equipment with high initial peak

wattage, such as compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools.

. Other equipment requiring an

extremely stable power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets and touch sensor lamps.

. Medical equipment.

Wireless Charging The vehicle may have wireless charging on top of the center console. See Center Console Storage 0 112. The system wirelessly charges one PMA or Qi compatible mobile device. To check for phone or other device compatibility, see www.gmtotalconnect.com. { Warning

Wireless charging can affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices. If you have one, it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system.

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The vehicle must be in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP). The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 207. The operating temperature is -20 °C (-4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. { Warning

Remove all metal objects from the charging pad before charging your mobile device. Metal objects, such as coins, keys, rings, or paper clips, between the phone and charging pad will become very hot. On the rare occasion that the charging system does not detect a metal object, and the object gets wedged between the phone and charger, remove the phone and allow the metallic object to cool before removing it from the charging pad, to prevent burns.

To charge a mobile device: 1. Remove all objects from the

charging pad. The system may not charge if there are any objects on the charging pad. 2. Place the mobile device face up on the @ symbol on the charging pad.

3. The ~ will display on the V

on the infotainment screen. This indicates that the mobile device is properly positioned and charging. If a phone is placed on the charging pad and ~ does not display, remove the phone from the

pad, and wait three seconds before placing/aligning the phone on the pad again.

Cigarette Lighter For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, it is located in the center console near the cupholders. Press on the access door to open it and use the lighter. To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself. Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating.

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Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury.

Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.

Ashtrays For vehicles with an ashtray, it is in the center console cupholder.

Caution

If papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray.

To remove the ashtray, pull it from the cupholder. Push it back down to be sure it is secure.

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Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster The cluster display layout can be changed.

Balanced Configuration The Balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one in the center of each of the gauges.

Enhanced Configuration

The Enhanced configuration has three interactive display zones. Use the five-way control on the right side of the steering wheel to move between the different display zones and scroll through the different displays. To change the cluster configuration: 1. Find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster.

2. Press SEL to enter the

Options menu.

3. Scroll down to highlight Display

Layout. Then press SEL to select it.

4. Each layout in the menu is

represented by a small preview image of the display layout. Scroll up or down and highlight the selection. Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration.

5. Exit the Display Layout menu

by pressing S.

Cluster Application Displays The cluster can display information regarding Navigation, Audio, and Phone.

Navigation If there is no active route, a compass will be displayed. If there is an active route, press SEL to end route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off.

Audio While the Audio application page is displayed, press SEL to enter the Audio menu. In the Audio menu, search for music, select from favorites, or change the audio source.

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Phone While the Phone application page is displayed, press SEL to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, select from favorites, or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation. Cluster Options Menu To enter the cluster Options menu: 1. Use the five-way control on the right side of the steering wheel to find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster.

2. Press SEL on the center of the

five-way control to enter the Options menu.

Units : Press SEL while Units is highlighted to enter the Unit menu. Choose US or metric units by pressing SEL while the desired item is highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed next to the selected item.

Info Pages : Press SEL while Info Pages is highlighted to select the items to be displayed in the DIC info displays. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 140. Fav Button Options : Press SEL while Fav Button Options is highlighted to select between FAV Primary and SEEK Primary. This selection allows for configuration of the C and B steering wheel controls. When FAV Primary is selected, pressing C and B will go to the next or previous favorite and pressing and holding C and B will seek. When SEEK Primary is selected, pressing C and B will seek and pressing and holding C and B will go to the next or previous favorite. Display Layout : Press SEL while Display Layout is highlighted to change the configuration of the cluster. See “Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster” earlier in this section.

Open Source Software : Press SEL while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source software information.

Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).

Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles.

Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 140.

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Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Fuel Gauge

Balanced Configuration Shown

When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Metric Balanced Configuration

Shown

When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . At the service station, the fuel

pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank.

. The gauge moves a little while

turning a corner or speeding up. . The gauge takes a few seconds

to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.

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Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.

Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 84.

English Balanced Configuration

Shown

This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on.

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,

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grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt.

Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System 0 78.

The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.

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If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.

If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages 0 153.

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 84 for important safety information. The passenger airbag status indicator is in the overhead console.

United States

Canada and Mexico

When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag.

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If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.

{ Warning

If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 130 for more information, including important safety information.

Charging System Light

The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery. When this light comes on, or is flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a message. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages 0 146.

If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Only Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 203.

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Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable. Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage.

Caution

If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission control system may not work as well, the fuel economy may be lower, and the vehicle may not run smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

Caution

Modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause this light to come on. This could lead to

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costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection/ Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications 0 265.

If the light is flashing : A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions. Diagnosis and service may be required. To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible. If the light continues to flash, find a safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the

previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is on steady : A malfunction has been detected. Diagnosis and service may be required. Check the following:

If fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless funnel adapter, make sure that it has been removed. See “Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” under Filling the Tank 0 251. The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the light.

. Poor fuel quality can cause

inefficient engine operation and poor driveability, which may go away once the engine is warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel brand. It may require at

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least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel 0 250.

If the light remains on, see your dealer. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test, the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC).

The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Connecting devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 263. See your dealer if assistance is needed.

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The vehicle may not pass inspection if: . The light is on when the engine

is running.

. The light does not come on

when the ignition is in Service Only Mode.

. Critical emission control systems

have not been completely diagnosed. If this happens, the vehicle would not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down, or if the vehicle has been recently serviced.

See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test.

Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining

circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.

Metric

English

This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on and stays on, there is a brake problem. { Warning

The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on.

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Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.

Electric Parking Brake Light

Metric

English

This light comes on when the parking brake is applied. If the light continues flashing after the parking brake is released, or while driving, there is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake system or another system. A message may also

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Brake System Messages 0 146. If the light does not come on, or remains flashing, see your dealer.

Service Electric Parking Brake Light

If this light comes on and stays on, there is a problem with a system on the vehicle that is causing the parking brake system to work at a reduced level. The vehicle can still be driven, but should be taken to a dealer as soon as possible. See Electric Parking Brake 0 221. If a message displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC), see Brake System Messages 0 146.

This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady.