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tether over the seatback.

If you are using a dual tether in the rear center seating position, lower the adjustable headrest down

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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2. Press both buttons on the head

To reinstall the head restraint:

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. 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.

1.

Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches 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 0 52

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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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for how and where to

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 87
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 for Children (LATCH System) 0 87
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.

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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.

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 86
1. Put the child restraint on

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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) 0 87

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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) 0 87

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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.

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

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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Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 87
information on installing the head restraint properly.

for additional

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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 86
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 75
and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 124
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 75

for additional information.

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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 uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 87
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.

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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 0 124

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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.

4. 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.

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.

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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.

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.

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 75
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 . . . . . . . 100
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 102

Additional Storage Features

Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Cargo Management

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Cargo Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Roof Rack System

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 109

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.

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

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 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.

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Front Storage

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The front cupholder has a divider that can be adjusted to accommodate large or small containers. For large containers, press 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 and make the cupholder shorter.

There is storage behind the climate control system. Touch the chrome bar at the bottom of the climate control system panel to open. There is a USB port inside. See “USB Port” in the infotainment manual. Keep the storage area door closed while driving. Touch the chrome bar at the bottom of the climate control system panel again to close.

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 0 116

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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.

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Center Console Storage The center console has an armrest, upper storage tray, and lower storage area. The armrest can be adjusted. Slide the top of the armrest to adjust to the desired position. Press the driver side button to access the upper storage tray. Press the passenger side button to access the lower storage area. There are two USB ports and an accessory power outlet inside the center console. There may be an auxiliary jack. See Power Outlets 0 116

and the infotainment manual.

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Press the button to open the storage area on the rear of the center console. If equipped with Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), the audio/video jacks and USB port may be inside. See the infotainment manual.

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.

The shade can be set in two positions. It can be set in a halfway open (1) position for loading objects into the rear compartment, or the lower (2) position to conceal objects in the rear compartment.

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

pull-out shade faces the rear of the vehicle.

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5.

Insert the shade pins in the channels (3) on both sides.

2. Slide the button on the top to

release the cartridge.

6. Slide the shade to the lower (2)

3. Pull up to remove the cartridge

position, or the halfway open (1) position.

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

from the pins.

{ 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.

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.

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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

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

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

Rear Storage Area

{ Warning

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,

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

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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.

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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

system cover.

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U-Rail

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

4. Store the cargo management

system cover by hooking it onto the weatherstrip.

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Installing the Fence

Press both adapter buttons to move the adapters (2) 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 (1)

to align K with the arrow on the adapter (2).

2. Press the adapter button to move the adapters (2) to the desired position.

3. Reinstall the fence and lock both latches (1) by turning to align Q with the arrow on the adapter (2).

Use the fence to secure items in place.

Removing the Fence Unlock by turning both latches (1) to align K with the arrow on the adapter (2). Lift and remove the fence.

Insert the fence into the adapters and lock both latches (1) by turning to align Q with the arrow on the adapter (2).

Storing the Fence 1. Lift the cargo management

system cover.

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

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Insert the D-ring sliders (1) into the channel (2) located in the middle of the rail. Press the button to move the D-ring slider along the rail.

3.

Insert the top of the fence into the lower two clips (1).

4. Turn the bottom of the fence up and insert it into the upper two clips (2).

D-Ring Sliders If equipped 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.

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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.

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.

If equipped, the cargo net 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 behind the front seats and two behind the rear seats.

3. Mount the cargo net to the rear seat tethers 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 behind the rear seats, the rear seatbacks should be upright.

5. Mount the cargo net to the

cargo tie-downs on the lower side panels.

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

2. The rear seatbacks should be

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3. Roll up the cargo net and store

it in the attached vinyl bag.

4. Open the cargo management

5.

system cover. If equipped with a tire sealant and compressor kit, store the cargo net in the available space next to the kit.

Convenience Net This vehicle may have a convenience net 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.

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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.

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.

6. Pull on the straps to tighten

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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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.

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 0 182

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Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 112
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 112
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 112
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 113
Rear Window Wiper/

Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Engine Coolant Temperature

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 122
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 123
Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 125
Malfunction Indicator Lamp

(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 125

Brake System Warning

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Service Electric Parking Brake

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Lane Departure Warning

(LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 129
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
StabiliTrak® OFF Light . . . . . . . . 130
Traction Control System (TCS)/

StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Engine Coolant Temperature

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 131
Fuel Economy Light . . . . . . . . . . 132
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 132
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 132

Adaptive Forward Lighting

(AFL) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 133
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 133
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 133

Information Displays

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Vehicle Messages

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Battery Voltage and Charging

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Brake System Messages . . . . . 137
Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 138
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 138
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 139
Engine Cooling System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 140
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 140
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 140
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 140
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Object Detection System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Ride Control System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Airbag System Messages . . . . 145
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 145

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Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 145
Starting the Vehicle

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 146
Vehicle Reminder

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 146
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . . 146

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 147

Universal Remote System

Universal Remote System . . . . 154
Universal Remote System

Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Universal Remote System

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

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 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.

( (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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Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. HI : Use for fast wipes. LO : Use for slow wipes.

INT (Intermittent Wipes/Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control) : Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the vehicle has Rainsense™, see Rainsense™ later in this section. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. 1X (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 0 261
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.

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Wipe Parking If the ignition is changed to STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF mode while the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, 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 changed to STOPPING THE ENGINE/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™ If equipped, there is a sensor near the top center of the windshield that detects the amount of water on the windshield and automatically controls the frequency of the windshield wiper. To turn this feature on or off, see “Rain Sense Wipers” under Vehicle Personalization 0 147
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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. Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the windshield wiper lever is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 256
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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.

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

ON : Press the upper portion of the button for continuous rear window wipes. OFF : The rear wiper turns off when the button is returned to the middle position.

INT (Intermittent Wipes/Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control) : When enabled, move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the x INT 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.

. Move the windshield wiper lever

out of the INT position to deactivate Rainsense.

Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to OFF. This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers and/or manual windshield wipers.

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INT (Intermittent Rear Wipes) : Press the lower portion of the button for intermittent wipes. a (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.

Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection When using an automatic car wash, move the rear wiper control to OFF. This disables the rear wiper. If the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper will automatically stop at the base of the rear window. 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 0 147
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 0 256

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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. 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 0 138
that may be displayed for the compass.

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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 Time To set the time: 1. From the Home Page, press the SETTINGS screen button and press Time and Date.

2. Press Set Time and press + or

− to increase or decrease hours, minutes, and AM or PM. Press 12Hr or 24Hr for 12 or 24 hour clock.

3. Press } to go back to the

previous menu.

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

To set the date: 1. Press the SETTINGS screen

button and press Time and Date.

2. Press Set Date and press + or

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

. On the rear of the center floor

console. For vehicles with a rear climate control system, there will be two accessory power outlets on the rear of the center floor console. In the rear cargo area.

3. Press } to go back to the

previous menu.

Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle may have five accessory power outlets. The accessory power outlets are: . Below the climate control system

inside the front storage bin. Inside the center floor console.

These 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. 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.

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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 0 237

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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 If equipped, the cigarette lighter is 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.

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.

Ashtrays There may be an ashtray under the climate control system on the center stack. 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.

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There may also be ashtrays on the center floor console behind the shift lever and in the rear doors.

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.

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.

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Cluster Application Displays The cluster has three interactive display zones. Use the five-way control on the right steering wheel control to move between the different display zones and scroll through the different displays. The left and right zones display Driver Information Center (DIC) information. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 134
The center zone displays application information for navigation, audio, phone, or settings. A speedometer can also be displayed in this center zone.

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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.

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.

Settings Press SEL while the Settings application page is displayed to enter the Settings menu. Units : Press SEL while Units is highlighted to enter the Units menu. Choose English 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 information displays. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 134

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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) 0 134

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

Caution

If the engine is operated with the rpm’s in the warning area at the high end of the tachometer, the vehicle could be damaged, and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the rpm’s in the warning area.

Fuel Gauge

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. 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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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

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 while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor chime comes on. Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 75

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This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle's engine. 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.

Safety Belt Reminders

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

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Second Row Passenger 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 front 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, 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.

Second row seating positions monitored for safety belt use are represented by a colored symbol in the Driver information Center (DIC) indicating safety belt status. When the vehicle is started, three safety belt symbols come on and stay on for several seconds in the instrument cluster to alert the driver that passengers may need to fasten their safety belts. After the passenger safety belt is buckled, the corresponding safety belt symbol in the instrument cluster turns green. If a safety belt is not initially buckled, the instrument cluster displays a gray safety belt symbol. While the vehicle is moving, if a second row passenger that was previously buckled becomes

unbuckled, the corresponding safety belt symbol will change to flashing red and a chime may sound.

Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the 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 69

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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 0 145

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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 75
safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator.

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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 either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag.

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 passenger 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.

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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

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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 0 137
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.

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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 0 187

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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.

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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 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 0 240

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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: . A loose or missing fuel cap may cause the light to come on. See Filling the Tank 0 227
driving trips with the cap properly installed may turn the light off.

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. 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

least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel 0 226

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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 0 237
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.

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

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Electric Parking Brake Light

Service Electric Parking Brake Light

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

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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