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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-26
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-36
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-47
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-67
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
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Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-16
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-19
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
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Canadian Vehicle Owners
Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this
manual can be obtained from your
dealer or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
ce guide en français auprès du
concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
suivante:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123
Numéro de poste 6438 de langue
française
www.helminc.com
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and COLORADO are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
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Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
{ WARNING
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.
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Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) J : OnStar® Hands-Free Phone J : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps
# : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-12
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
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Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
StabiliTrak® System . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-18
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-18
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
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Instrument Panel
Manual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar
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Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.
A. Air Vents on page 8‑3. B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.
See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑2. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑7.
C. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6‑4.
E. Passenger Side Airbag. See Airbag System on page 3‑20.
G. Parking Brake on page 9‑45. H. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13.
I. Horn on page 5‑2. J. StabiliTrak® System on
page 9‑48. Four-Wheel Drive on page 10‑30. Infotainment on page 7‑1.
K. L. Climate Control Systems on
F. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 8‑1.
page 6‑1.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑5
(If Equipped).
Exterior Cargo Lamps on
page 6‑5.
M. Power Outlets on page 5‑5. N. Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator on page 5‑11.
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In Brief
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 9 m (30 ft) away from the vehicle.
Press UNLOCK to unlock the doors and press LOCK to lock them. Press L to sound the horn and to flash the exterior lamps for 30 seconds.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
Door Locks
Manual Door Locks Lock or unlock the doors from the outside with the key in the driver or front passenger door or press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
From inside the vehicle, move the lever on the door forward or rearward to lock or unlock the door. Seeing the red line on the lever indicates the door is unlock.
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Power Door Locks
Tailgate
Safety Locks (Crew Cab) If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door safety locks on the rear doors. With this feature, the rear doors are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside.
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Vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front door armrests. Press L to lock the doors. Press U to unlock the doors. For more information see: . Door Locks on page 2‑5. . Power Door Locks on page 2‑6.
The rear door safety locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door below the safety lock label. For more information, see Safety Locks (Crew Cab) on page 2‑6.
Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down. On vehicles with a locking tailgate, use the ignition key to unlock it. For more information see Tailgate on page 2‑8.
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In Brief
Windows
Manual Windows
Power Windows
Use the window crank to open and close each window.
Regular Cab Shown, Crew Cab
Similar
Push the switch down to open the
window. Pull the front of the switch
up to close it.
See Manual Windows on page 2‑17
or Power Windows on page 2‑17.
Express-Down Window Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. Press the front of the switch to the first position, and the window opens a small amount. Press the switch down fully and the window goes all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, pull up the front of the switch.
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Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats
Power Seats
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Use the vertical control to adjust the seatback. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4 for more information. Power Lumbar
To adjust a manual seat: 1. Lift the bar under the front of the seat cushion to unlock the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to make sure it is locked in place.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3
for more information.
To adjust a power seat, if available: . Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
. Raise or lower the front or rear
part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the entire control up or down.
If available, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. Release the control when the level of support is reached. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑4 for more information.
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Heated Seats
If available, the switches are on the outboard sides of the front seats. To operate, the ignition must be on. . Press the top of the switch for
the high setting.
. Press the bottom of the switch
for the low setting.
. Put the switch in the center
position to turn this feature off.
See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7 for more information.
Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.
Safety Belts
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety Belts on page 3‑11. . How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly on page 3‑12. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑13. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑43.
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Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags are not affected by this. If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
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Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
United States
Canada and Mexico
See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑27 for important information.
Vehicles with outside power mirrors have controls on the driver door armrest.
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To adjust the power mirrors: 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors are adjusted.
See Power Mirrors on page 2‑14.
Vehicles with manual outside mirrors can be adjusted by pressing the mirror up and down and left and right so that you can see a clear view behind you. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position. See Manual Mirrors on page 2‑14.
Interior Mirror On vehicles with a manual inside rearview mirror, the mirror can be adjusted by holding it in the center to move it for a clear view behind you. To avoid glare from the headlamps behind you, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑15. The automatic dimming inside rearview mirror will automatically reduce the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑15.
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Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on when any door is opened. To manually turn on the dome lamps, turn the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, all the way up. The cargo lamps may come on, if the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth. In this position, the lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed.
Reading Lamps Press the lens on the lamps to turn each reading lamp on or off. These lamps will not come on with the dome lamps. For more information see:
“Dome Lamp Override” under Dome Lamps on page 6‑6. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑6.
. Exit Lighting on page 6‑7.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
The steering wheel adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel. To adjust: 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull
the lever toward you.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
3. Release the lever to lock the
wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Exterior Lighting
O : Turns off all exterior lamps including the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness. ; : Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps. 5 : Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
on page 6‑3.
. Automatic Headlamp System on
page 6‑3. Fog Lamps on page 6‑5. . Exterior Cargo Lamps on
page 6‑5.
8: For a single wipe, move the
band to 8 and then release it. For
several wipes, hold the band on 8
longer.
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N: For adjustable interval wipes, turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 6: For slow wipes, turn the band to the first solid position past the delay settings. 1: For fast wipes, turn the band to the second solid position past the delay settings. 9: Use to turn the wipers off. Windshield Washer: Push the paddle on top of the turn signal/lane change lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑2.
Climate Controls
In Brief
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A. Temperature Control B. Fan Control C. Air Delivery Mode Control
D. Air Conditioning E. Air Recirculation See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1.
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In Brief
Four-Wheel Drive Four-wheel drive sends engine power to all four wheels for extra traction.
The transfer case buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Use these buttons to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. 2 m (Two-Wheel High): Use for driving in most street and highway situations.
{ WARNING
Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park). You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in N (Neutral). See Parking Brake on page 9‑45.
N (Neutral): Use the N (Neutral) position only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑91. 4 m (Four-Wheel High): Use when extra traction is needed in most off-road situations. 4 n (Four-Wheel Low): Use this position to deliver extra torque to all four wheels. Used for extreme off‐ road conditions. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 9‑40.
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Vehicle Features Radio(s)
Radio with CD (MP3/WMA)
PWR: Press to turn the system on and off. q VOL r : Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to switch between
FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1, or XM2
(if equipped). The selection
displays.
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q TUNE r : Turn to select radio stations. q SEEK r : Press to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there. For more information about these and other radio features, see Infotainment on page 7‑1. Setting Preset Stations Radio stations are stored as presets. For vehicles with an XM radio, a maximum of 30 stations can be stored as presets using the six numbered pushbuttons. If the radio does not have XM, up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered buttons. See “Setting Preset Stations” under Operation on page 7‑3.
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Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the radio with CD (MP3/WMA): Press and hold the HR button until the correct hour displays. Press and hold the MN button until the correct minute displays. The time can be set with the ignition on or off. To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold the HR and MN buttons at the same time until RDS TIME displays. To accept this time, press and hold the HR and MN buttons, at the same time, for another two seconds. If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDAT (update) displays. RDS time is broadcast once a minute. After tuning to an RDS broadcast station, it could take a few minutes for the time to update. For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system, see Clock on page 5‑4.
Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service. For more information, refer to: . www.xmradio.com or call
1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) . www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-438-9677 (Canada)
See Satellite Radio on page 7‑11.
Cruise Control
The cruise controls are located at the end of the multifunction lever. 9: Turns the system off. R : Turns the system on. + (Resume/Accelerate): Use to make the vehicle accelerate or resume a previously set speed. r T (Set): Press the button at the end of the lever to set the speed. For more information, see Cruise Control on page 9‑50.
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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 an accessory power outlet located below the climate control system and on the rear of the center console. See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC is located on the instrument panel cluster. It displays the status of many vehicle systems and enables some features to be personalized. Use the trip reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster to scroll through the available functions. For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20. Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be personalized through the DIC. These features include:
Language: English, Spanish, or French
. Automatic Door Locks . RKE Feedback For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20.
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Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button d on the instrument panel. g illuminates and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑26.
. Press and release the TCS/
StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.
For more information, see Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑47.
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StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button d until g illuminates and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑26.
. Press and release the TCS/
StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.
For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑48.
Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑19. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑56.
Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
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Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN,
with the engine off.
2. Press and release the stem in
the lower center of the instrument cluster until the OIL LIFE message is displayed.
3. Once the alternating OIL LIFE and RESET messages appear, press and hold the stem until several beeps sound. This confirms that the oil life system has been reset.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
. Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
. Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
. When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
. Combine several trips into a
single trip.
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. Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
Mexico: 01-800-466-0800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program.
See Roadside Assistance Program
(U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or
Roadside Assistance Program
(Mexico) on page 13‑10 for more
information.
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Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S. and Canada) If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.
Online Owner Center (U.S. and Canada) The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more. Sign up today at: U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on “Owners,” then “Manage My Chevrolet/Owners Login”) Canada: chevroletowner.ca
OnStar®
For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live Advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built‐in sensors automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.
How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar Advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation. Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information,
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see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080; or push Q to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box. OnStar service is subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Glove Box Kit. OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times. OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless
service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar's service. Service involving location information about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle must have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or you have not maintained it even if your vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in your vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond OnStar's control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle, damage
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to important parts of your vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑22 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar Advisor cannot be heard. If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may not be functioning properly. Push Q and request a vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light appears), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Push Q to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active.
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2 NOTES
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Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Safety Locks (Crew Cab) . . . .
. 2-6
Doors
Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . 2-10
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer Operation
(PASS-Key III+
Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer Operation
(Passlock U.S. Only) . . . . . . . 2-13
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-15
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
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Keys
{ WARNING
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
If locked out of your vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar® on page 1‑20.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑22 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
The key can be used for the ignition, all door locks, and the tailgate. The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation Vehicles with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), transmitter functions work up to 9 m (30 ft) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
. Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
UNLOCK: Press to unlock the driver door and turn on the interior lamps. The parking lamps may flash and the horn may sound. Press UNLOCK again within three seconds and all of the doors unlock.
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LOCK: Press to lock all the doors. The parking lamps may flash and the horn may sound. If a door is open or ajar when LOCK is pressed, the horn sounds several times to let you know the doors did not lock and the content theft‐deterrent system is not armed. Pressing LOCK again while the horn is sounding or within three seconds after the horn stops sounding, the doors lock but the content theft‐deterrent system does not arm until the opened door is closed. Different feedback modes can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “Remote Keyless Entry Feedback” under Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20. L (Panic): Press to make the horn sound and the headlamps and taillamps flash for up to 30 seconds. To turn them off wait for 30 seconds, or press L again, or start the vehicle.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it. Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a
flat, thin object inserted in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not
3.
use a metal object. Insert the new battery. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Put the transmitter back
together.
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. Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the door from the outside, use the key in the driver or front passenger door or press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To lock a door from the inside, move the manual lever on the door forward. To unlock a door from the inside, move the lever on the door rearward. You will see a colored area on the lever when the door is unlocked.
Door Locks
{ WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
. Passengers, especially
children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
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Power Door Locks
Vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front door armrests. Press L to lock the doors. Press U to unlock the doors.
Lockout Protection If the vehicle has power door locks, this feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open. If the power door lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock.
Safety Locks (Crew Cab) If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door safety locks. With this feature, the rear doors are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside.
Automatic Door Locks If the vehicle has power door locks and the remote keyless entry system, it has an automatic lock/ unlock feature. If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, it is programmed from the factory to lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into P (Park). If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it is programmed from the factory to lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 24 km/h (15 mph). The doors will unlock when the key is removed from the ignition. To change the automatic door lock and unlock settings, see “Automatic Door Locks” under Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20.
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Doors
Rear Doors
To open a rear door when the safety lock is on, unlock the door and open the door from the outside. To disengage the safety locks: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. Using the ignition key, turn the
safety lock to the vertical position.
3. Close the door. 4. Repeat these steps on the other
rear door.
To open the door, open the front door. Then, use the handle to open the rear door. The rear door must be closed before closing the front door.
The rear door safety lock is located on the inside edge of each rear door below the safety lock label. To engage the safety locks: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. Using the ignition key, turn the
safety lock to the horizontal position.
3. Close the door. 4. Repeat these steps on the other
rear door.
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Tailgate
{ WARNING
It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers. Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death. Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.
Tailgate Removal To remove the tailgate: 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly.
Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down. When the tailgate is shut, be sure it is latched securely. On vehicles with a locking tailgate, use the ignition key. Turn the key counterclockwise to lock the tailgate. Turn the key clockwise to unlock the tailgate.
2. Remove the retaining cables
from both sides of the tailgate by pulling the clips away from the bolt heads while pushing the cable bracket forward. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt.
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3. With the tailgate partially down,
lift up on the passenger side and pull the tailgate toward you, then move the tailgate to the right to release the driver side. You can then remove the entire tailgate assembly.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure it is secure. To partially lower the tailgate: 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly.
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3. Slide the lower end fitting onto
the top bolt. The tailgate will now stay in the partially opened position.
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the
driver side.
If you would like to close the tailgate, the bracket cannot be in the partially opened position. Use the top position on the bracket to anchor it on the bottom bolt.
Tailgate Partially Down
2. Remove the retaining cable from
the passenger side of the tailgate by pulling the clip away from the bolt head while pushing the cable bracket forward. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off the bolt.
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Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal.
Anti-theft Alarm System
If your vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, the vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system. To activate the content theft-deterrent system: 1. Close all the doors. 2. Lock the doors with the RKE transmitter. The security light, located on the instrument panel cluster, will flash.
If the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed, but a door is open, the horn will chirp six times. Press the LOCK button again, within three seconds, and the doors will lock. Close the open door and the system will be activated. If a locked door is not opened using the RKE transmitter, or by OnStar®, the pre-alarm will go off. If the engine is not started or UNLOCK not pressed within 10 seconds, the front turn signal lamps will flash for two minutes, and the horn will sound for two minutes, then will turn off to save the battery power. Remember, the theft-deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key, the manual door lock, or power door lock switch. The system can only be activated using the RKE transmitter, or by OnStar®. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for additional information. You should also
remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off. Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed.
. Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, you can turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.
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Testing the Alarm To test the alarm: 1. From inside the vehicle, activate the system by locking the doors with the RKE transmitter.
2. Unlock the door with the manual
door lock and open the door. This should set off the alarm.
3. To turn the alarm off, press the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter or start the engine.
If the alarm does not sound when it should but the lights flash, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑40. If the alarm does not sound or the front turn signal lamps do not flash, see your dealer for service.
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The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle. Only the correct key starts the vehicle. If the key is ever damaged, the vehicle may not start. When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the security light comes on, there may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. Check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑40. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made.
Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑22 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
Immobilizer Operation (PASS-Key III+ Canada Only) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automatically disarmed when the key is turned to ON/RUN. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.
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It is possible for the theft-deterrent system decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys can be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If the keys are Canadian Owners: lost or damaged, only a dealer can service the theft-deterrent system to have new ones made. Two current driver's keys are required to program additional keys. To program a new key: 1. Verify that the new key has
2.
PK3+ stamped on it. Insert the current driver's key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine does not start see your dealer for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn
4.
the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. Insert the second current driver's key in the ignition and start the engine within ten seconds of removing the previous key. If the engine does not start see your dealer for service.
5. After the engine has started, turn
the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON/RUN within ten seconds of removing the previous key. The security light turns off once the key has been programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 if
additional keys are to be programmed.
If the security light comes on and stays on while driving, the engine will restart if you turn it off. However, the theft-deterrent system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. The vehicle is not protected by the theft-deterrent system at this time. In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.
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Immobilizer Operation (Passlock U.S. Only) Passlock® is a passive theft-deterrent system that enables fuel if the vehicle is started with a valid key. If an incorrect key is used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle does not start. The security light turns off approximately five seconds after the engine is started. See Security Light on page 5‑19. If the engine stalls and the security light flashes, wait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine. Release the key from START as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine does not start after three tries, the vehicle needs service. If the engine is running and the security light comes on, the engine restarts if you turn the engine off. However, the Passlock® system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. The vehicle is not protected by Passlock® at this time. See your dealer for service. In an emergency, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{ WARNING
A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.
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Manual Mirrors Adjust the mirrors by pressing the mirror up and down and left and right so you can see a clear view behind you. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirrors toward the vehicle. Push outward, to return the mirrors to their original position.
Vehicles with outside power mirrors have controls on the driver door armrest. To adjust the power mirrors: 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four buttons located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors are adjusted.
If the mirror begins making a ratcheting sound, the mirror has reached the end of its travel and can go no farther in that direction. To stop the sound, reverse the mirror direction using the control pad. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push outward, to return the mirror to its original position.
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Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust this mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up, down, or side-to-side. To reduce headlamp glare, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. Vehicles with OnStar® have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information about the services OnStar provides.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The mirror may also have OnStar® and/or a compass and outside temperature display. Control buttons for the OnStar system are at the bottom of the mirror. See the OnStar Owners Guide for more information about the services OnStar provides. See Compass on page 5‑3 for more information about the compass display. See “Temperature Display” after, for more information about the outside temperature display.
AUTO/ ( / O (On/Off): Press and hold AUTO/ ( for about three seconds or depending on the mirror, press O to turn automatic dimming on or off. The automatic dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. Temperature Display Y b / O (On/Off): Press Y b or depending on the mirror, press O to turn the display on or off. To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius: 1. Press and hold Y b / O for a
few seconds. The current unit of measure (C or F) flashes. 2. Press Y b / O again and
release to change the unit of measure. Wait several seconds and the compass/temperature display returns with the selected unit of measure.
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It is normal under certain conditions for the temperature update to be delayed. If an incorrect temperature displays for an extended period, see your dealer. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.
Windows
{ WARNING
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
The vehicle aerodynamics are