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If you are using a dual tether in the rear outboard seating position with an adjustable head restraint, route the dual tether around the head restraint.

If you are using a dual tether in the rear outboard seating position and the head restraint has been removed, route the dual tether over the seatback.

If you are using a single tether in the rear outboard seating position with an adjustable head restraint, route the single tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts.

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If you are using a single tether in the rear outboard seating position and the head restraint has been removed, route the single tether over the seatback.

If you are using a dual tether in the rear center seating position, lower the adjustable headrest down to its stowed position and route the dual tether over the headrest.

If you are using a single tether in the rear center seating position, lower the adjustable headrest down to its stowed position and route the single tether over the headrest.

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.

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Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation The rear outboard head restraints can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child restraint. The headrest in the rear center seating position is not removable and should be lowered to the stowed position for child restraint installation. To remove the head restraint: 1. Partially fold the seatback

forward. See Rear Seats on page 3‑12 for additional information.

4. 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.

2. Press both buttons on the head

restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on the head restraint.

3. Store the head restraint in the

cargo area of the vehicle.

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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) on page 3‑55 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) on page 3‑55 for top tether anchor locations.

To reinstall the head restraint:

1.

Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches (A) on the posts must face the driver side of the vehicle.

2. Push the head restraint down. If necessary, press the height adjustment release button to further lower the head restraint. See Head Restraints on page 3‑2.

3. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.

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 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.

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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 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 on page 3‑53. 1. Put the child restraint on

the seat. 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) on page 3‑55.

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.

3. Push the latch plate into the

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

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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. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑55 for more information.

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.

4. 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.

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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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, reinstall it before the seating position is used. See “Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑55 for additional information on installing 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 on page 3‑53. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑39 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑17 for more information, including important safety information. A label on the sun visor says, “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.

{ WARNING

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger 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 right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front 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.

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Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right 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 on page 3‑39 for additional information.

If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear‐facing child restraint, a rear‐facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle, even if the airbag is off.

If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑55 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑55
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.

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You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 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 right front passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact 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 on page 5‑17.

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.

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4. Push the latch plate into the

5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way

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

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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If the airbags are 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 on page 3‑39 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position.

If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑55 for more information.

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.

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Storage Compartments

Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 4-2

Additional Storage Features

Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Cargo Management

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Cargo Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Roof Rack System

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

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Glove Box Lift the glove box handle up to open it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box.

the maximum cool air to enter the glove box. Move the slide control to allow cool air into the glove box. After opening the air flow, close the glove box door to keep the cold air from entering the vehicle.

Cupholders

The glove box is air conditioned and can be used to store items at a lower temperature. The vehicle air conditioning must be turned on for

This vehicle has a cupholder equipped with a divider that can be adjusted to accommodate large containers or small containers.

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For large containers, push the button to move aside the divider and make the cupholder deeper. For small containers, push down on the top edge of the divider to lock it back in place to make the cupholder shorter.

Front Storage

A storage area is located in front of the shift lever. Push upward on the top of the door and release; the door automatically opens. There is an accessory power outlet inside. See Power Outlets on page 5‑8.

Armrest Storage For vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the rear seat armrest forward to access cupholders with removable liners. For vehicles with a rear storage area, pull the lever to access.

Center Console Storage The center console has an armrest, upper storage tray, and a lower storage area. The armrest can be adjusted to a rearward, middle, and forward position. Slide the top of the armrest to adjust to the desired position. To access the storage, move the armrest to the full rearward position to access the storage compartment buttons. Push the driver side button to access the upper storage tray. Push the passenger side button to access the lower storage area.

There is an accessory power outlet inside the center console. See Power Outlets on page 5‑8
for more information.

Push the button to open the storage area located at the rear of the center console.

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Additional Storage Features

Cargo Cover For vehicles with the dual position cargo cover, it can be used to cover items in the cargo area of the vehicle.

Install the Cargo Cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the

pull‐out shade faces the rear of the vehicle.

2. Align the cartridge over the pins on the trim panels of the vehicle.

3. Push down on the cartridge to

snap it into place.

4. Unroll the shade toward the rear

of the vehicle.

The shade can be set in two positions. It can be set in a halfway open (A) position for loading objects into the rear compartment, or the lower (B) position to conceal objects in the rear compartment.

5.

Insert the shade pins in the channels (C) on both sides.

6. Slide the shade to the lower (B) position, or the halfway open (A) position.

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Remove the Cargo Cover 1. Remove the cover from the channels and carefully roll it back up.

2. Slide the button on the top to

release the cartridge.

3. Pull up to remove the cartridge

from the pins.

{ WARNING An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured. If the cover is removed, always store it in the proper storage location. When it is replaced, always be sure that it is securely reattached.

Cargo Tie-Downs For vehicles equipped with cargo tie‐downs, the four tie-downs are located in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Use the tie-downs to secure small loads.

Cargo Management System

To open the cargo management system, press the handle to unlatch and then lift up.

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There may be additional storage compartments on each side of the cargo management system. Lift the panel up to open.

Rear Storage Area

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A prop rod locks to hold the cover up when opened. Four hooks are located on the inside cover and can be used for storing items.

Press the red button on the prop rod to close the cover.

An improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured. Be sure to return the cover to the closed position and latch before driving. If the cover is removed, always store it outside of the vehicle. When it is replaced, always be sure that it is securely reattached.

To access the rear storage areas of the cargo management system, and the tire sealant and compressor kit: 1. Remove the cargo cover,

if equipped.

2. Open the cargo management

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3. Release the prop rod from the inside cover by sliding the red clip down. Unhook the prop rod from the pin on the inside cover. Store the unhooked prop rod by folding it into the cargo management compartment.

4. Store the cargo management

system cover by hooking it onto the weatherstrip.

For vehicles with a u-rail system, the fence can be moved to different positions on the u-rail track to secure cargo.

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3. Reinstall the fence and lock

Installing the Fence

both latches (A) by turning to align Q with the arrow on the adapter (B).

Push both adapter buttons to move the adapters (B) on the straight part of the u-rail. To move the fence around the u-rail, disconnect one side: 1. Unlock by turning the latch (A) to align K with the arrow on the adapter (B).

2. Push the adapter button to move

the adapters (B) to the desired position.

Use the fence to secure items in place.

Removing the Fence Unlock by turning both latches (A) to align K with the arrow on the adapter (B). Lift and remove the fence.

Insert the fence into the adapters and lock both latches (A) by turning to align Q with the arrow on the adapter (B).

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Storing the Fence 1. Lift the cargo management

system cover.

2. Release the cover from the prop rod as described in the previous steps.

D-Ring Sliders For vehicles with a D-ring system, there are four D-ring sliders that move along rails. These can be used as tie-downs when storing cargo.

The loop of the D-ring slider must be facing inward toward the storage area and the ring must be in the up position for proper usage.

3.

Insert the top of the fence into the lower two clips (A).

4. Turn the bottom of the fence up and insert it into the upper two clips (B).

Insert the D-ring sliders (A) into the channel (B) located in the middle of the rail. Push the button to move the D-ring slider along the rail.

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Cargo Net

{ WARNING

Do not stack items higher than the upper end of the cargo net or hang anything from the net. Avoid items that have sharp edges or that apply excessive force to the net. If items are not properly stored, damage to the net could occur and items can be thrown about the vehicle. You or others could be injured. Always store items behind the net.

For vehicles equipped with a cargo net, it can be used to store light loads, keeping them from falling over or being thrown into the cabin during heavy braking. The net should not be overloaded or used to store heavy loads.

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There are four openings in the headliner: two located behind the front seats and two behind the rear seats.

3. Mount the cargo net to the rear seat tethers located on the back of the folded down rear seats and pull on the straps to tighten the net.

4. When the net is installed in

the headliner opening located behind the rear seats, the rear seatbacks should be upright.

1.

Insert the top corners of the cargo net into the large opening in the headliner and secure by sliding them into the small opening.

2. The rear seatbacks should

be folded down when the net is installed in the headliner opening located behind the front seats.

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3. Roll up the cargo net, storing it

into the attached vinyl bag.

4. Open the cargo management

system cover.

5. For vehicles with an inflator kit, store the cargo net in the available space next to the kit.

Convenience Net This vehicle may have a convenience net located in the rear of the vehicle. Attach it to the cargo tie‐downs for storing small loads. Do not use the net to store heavy loads.

5. Mount the cargo net to the cargo

6. Pull on the straps to tighten

tie-downs located on the lower side panels.

the net.

Cargo Net Storage The cargo net can be removed from the vehicle and stored in the cargo management system. 1. Disconnect the net from the roof

openings and the tethers.

2. Press the red button on the

center of the net to fold it in half.

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Roof Rack System

{ 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.

For vehicles with a roof rack, the 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.

Notice: Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 100 kg (220 lbs) 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.

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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. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑12.

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Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 5-2
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-3
Rear Window Wiper/

Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Headlamp Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Clock (Analog Clock) . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Clock (Digital Clock) . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Fuel Economy Gauge

(3.0L Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Turbo Gauge (2.8L Only) . . . . 5-14
Engine Coolant Temperature

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . 5-15
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . 5-17
Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Charging System Light . . . . . . 5-18
Malfunction

Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19

Brake System Warning

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
StabiliTrak® OFF Light . . . . . . . 5-24
Traction Control System

(TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light . . . . 5-25
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-26
Fuel Economy Light . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 5-27
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . 5-28

Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . 5-28
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . 5-29

Information Displays

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29

Vehicle Messages

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Battery Voltage and Charging

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Brake System Messages . . . . 5-34
Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Cruise Control Messages . . . . 5-35
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Engine Cooling System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . 5-37
Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-37
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . 5-38
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-38
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
Object Detection System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39

Ride Control System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39

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Airbag System Messages . . . . 5-40
Safety Belt Messages . . . . . . . 5-40
Anti-Theft Alarm System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-40
Starting the Vehicle

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-41
Vehicle Reminder

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-42

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . 5-42

Universal Remote System

Universal Remote System . . . 5-48
Universal Remote System

Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-48

Universal Remote System

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-51

Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Steering Wheel Controls

To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up

or down.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel

closer or away from you.

4. Pull the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Use these controls, if equipped, to make audio adjustments at the steering wheel. y z : Press y to select the next favorite radio station or next CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track. Press z to select the previous favorite radio station or previous CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track. + x − (Volume): Press + to increase the volume; press − to decrease the volume.

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b g (Push to Talk): For vehicles with an OnStar®, Bluetooth®, or navigation system, press to interact with those systems. See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑50 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑52 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑56, the OnStar Owner's guide, or the separate navigation manual for more information. 0 c (End Call/Mute): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. SRCE: Press to select an audio source.

Horn Press near the horn symbols or press on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

( (Off): Use to turn the wipers off. 8 (Mist): For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10‑33. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.

The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. 2: Use for fast wipes. 1: Use for slow wipes. G (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Turn the 3 band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the vehicle has Rainsense™, see following Rainsense information.

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Rainsense™ For vehicles with Rainsense, a sensor located near the top center of the windshield detects the amount of water on the windshield and automatically controls the frequency of the windshield wiper. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance.

Wipe Parking If the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF while the wipers are on 1, 2, or G, they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever 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 turned to LOCK/OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield.

G (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control): Move the windshield wiper lever to G. Turn the 3
band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.

Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture. Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture. To deactivate Rainsense, move the windshield wiper lever out of G position.

Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to the off position. This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers and/or rear wiper. With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the wipers will 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.

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Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray continues until the lever is released. The wipers will run a few times. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑26 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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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.

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Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.

The system turns off when the button is returned to the middle position. Z (Rear Wiper): Use for continuous rear window wipes. 5 (Rear Wiper Delay): Use to set a delay between wipes. = (Rear Washer): Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The lever automatically returns to its original position when released.

Press the upper or lower portion of the button to control the rear wiper and rear wiper delay.

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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. 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 on page 10‑26.

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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.

Headlamp Washer For vehicles with headlamp washers, they are located to the side of the headlamps. The headlamps must be on in order to use the headlamp washers. If the headlamps are not on, only the windshield will be washed.

Pull the wiper lever toward you and hold briefly to activate. The headlamp washers will spray once, pause, and spray again. The headlamp washer will spray again after five windshield wash cycles. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑26 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid.

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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. Avoid covering the GPS antenna for long periods of time with objects that may interfere with the antenna's ability to receive a satellite signal. See Multi-Band Antenna on page 7‑19 for the location of the vehicle's antenna. 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 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 on page 5‑35 for more information on the messages that may be displayed for the compass.

Clock (Analog Clock) The analog clock is located on the instrument panel above the radio. The clock is not connected with any other vehicle system and runs by itself. To adjust the clock: 1. Locate the adjustment buttons

directly below the clock face.

2. Push and hold either adjustment button to advance or reverse the clock hands. Holding the buttons down will cause the clock to advance faster. Release the buttons before reaching the desired time.

3. Push and release the buttons to increase the time by one minute increments until the desired time is reached.

Clock (Digital Clock) The infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system. See Operation on page 7‑7
for information about how to use the menu system. See the separate navigation manual for instructions on how to operate the digital clock for the navigation system. To turn the digital clock on or off: 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Select Clock Displayed. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to turn

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Setting the Month & Day Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight Month & Day Format. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select MM/DD (month/day) or DD/MM (day/month).

Setting the Auto Time Adjust 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight Auto Time Adjust. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob

to turn Auto Time Adjust on or off.

Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle has four accessory power outlets. The power outlets located below the climate control system inside the front storage bin, inside the center floor console, and on the rear of the center floor console are powered while the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle.

Setting the Time and Date 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Select Set Time or Set Date. 4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to

adjust the highlighted value.

5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob

to select the next value.

6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the BACK button at any time or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes or year.

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

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The power outlet located in the rear cargo area is powered at all times. There is a small cap that must be removed to access the accessory power outlet. When not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery. Power is always supplied to the rear cargo outlet. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating.

Certain accessory power 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. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9‑62. Notice: 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.

Cigarette Lighter There may be a cigarette lighter located under the climate control system, inside the front storage bin. To activate the cigarette lighter, push it into the heating element and let go. The lighter pops out when it is ready to be used. Notice: 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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Ashtrays There may be an ashtray located under the climate control system on the instrument panel. Press the door to release the ashtray. To empty the ashtray, remove it from the instrument panel by holding the edges and pulling straight out. To reinstall, push the tray back into place. There may also be ashtrays located on the center floor console behind the shift lever and in the rear doors. Notice: 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.

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. Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.

Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. 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. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.

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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. This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, the new one is set to the mileage of the old odometer. If this is not possible, it is set at zero and a label is put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading.

Fuel Gauge

Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, the vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area.

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Fuel Economy Gauge (3.0L Only)

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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.

English

When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. 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.

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As the accelerator peddle is pressed the needle may move to the right. This is normal and means that the vehicle is using turbo power. Under normal conditions the needle will not display a reading in the red. Once the driver eases off the accelerator pedal or the transmission shifts, the needle moves back into the left area of the gauge.

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Turbo Gauge (2.8L Only)

English

The gauge shows the fuel usage that the vehicle is currently achieving in MPG and in liters per 100 kilometers (¹/100 km). MIN/20: Is when the least efficient fuel economy usually occurs during acceleration or when idling. MAX/¹/100: economy is being achieved. This gauge moves often as it is an instantaneous calculation based on current driving conditions.

Is when the best fuel

For vehicles with a turbo gauge, it indicates when the vehicle is using turbo power. When the needle is at rest at the left of the gauge, turbo is not being used.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

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Safety Belt Reminders

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

English

This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. If the indicator needle moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the shaded 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 comes on to remind drivers 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 during driving while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is already buckled, neither the light nor chime comes on.

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Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light

When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the front passenger to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue 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 warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the warning light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt. Second Row Passenger Belt Reminder Light

When the engine is started and the Trip/Fuel display is chosen, three gray safety belt symbols come on and stay on for several seconds on the top of the Driver information Center (DIC) to remind passengers to fasten their safety belts.

If the Vehicle Information is selected, a full page screen displays at start-up the three safety belt symbols. Once the passenger safety belt is buckled, the corresponding safety belt symbol in the DIC turns green. There are no seat position sensors in the seat, nor safety belt reminder sensor pad. If a safety belt is not initially buckled, the cluster continues to show the gray safety belt icon. While the vehicle is moving, if a second row passenger who was previously buckled becomes unbuckled, a full screen warning displays with the corresponding safety belt indicator flashing red. A chime may sound. Acknowledge warning messages by pressing any of the DIC buttons.

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Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 3‑30.

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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.

United States

The airbag readiness light comes on and stays on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. Then the light goes out.

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑39
for important safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator.

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. If you are using remote start, if equipped, to start the vehicle from a distance you may not see the system check.

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Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal and seat‐mounted side impact airbag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag are enabled (may inflate). If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal and seat‐mounted side impact 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 on page 5‑17 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. The light turns off when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. 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.

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When this light comes on, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a message. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5‑34. 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 A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It ensures that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.

This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and stays on while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.

Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3.

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This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: . Reduce vehicle speed. . Avoid hard accelerations. . Avoid steep uphill grades.

If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible.

Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following may correct an emissions system malfunction: . Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the Tank on page 9‑52. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off.

. Make sure the electrical system

is not wet. The system could be wet if the vehicle was driven through a deep puddle of water. The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. . Make sure to fuel the vehicle

with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel on page 9‑48.

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If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. The dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments may have programs to inspect the on-vehicle emission control equipment. For the inspection, the emission system test equipment is connected to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).

The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. See your dealer if assistance is needed. The vehicle may not pass inspection if:

The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running, or if the light does not come on when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off.

The critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down. The diagnostic system evaluates critical emission control systems during normal driving. This can take several days of routine driving. If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection, your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection.

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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.

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The brake indicator light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

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Electric Parking Brake Light

The brake system might not be working properly if the brake