2016 Chevrolet Cruze Owners Manual

Brake System Messages . . . . . 116
Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 116
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 116
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 116
Engine Cooling System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 117
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 117
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 117
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . 118
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Object Detection System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Ride Control System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Airbag System Messages . . . . . 119
Safety Belt Messages . . . . . . . . 119
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 120
Starting the Vehicle

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 121
Vehicle Reminder

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

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Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 122

Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Steering Wheel Controls

For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. b / g (Push to Talk) : For vehicles with a Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system, press to interact with those systems. See Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) 0 151
Recognition) 0 154
(Overview) 0 149
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, or the infotainment manual.

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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. Push the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. HI : Use for fast wipes. LO : Use for slow wipes.

$ / i (Mute/End Call) : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. _ SRC ^ (Source/Favorite) : Press to select a source or turn to change favorite stations. Press _ or ^ to select AM, FM, CD, or MP3 track. Turn _ or ^ to select the next or previous saved favorite radio stations. + x − (Volume) : Press + to increase the volume. Press − to decrease the volume.

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

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INT (Intermittent Wipes) : 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. 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.

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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.

n L (Windshield Washer) : Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the lever is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been

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activated. See Washer Fluid 0 238
for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and windshield before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 243
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Wiper Parking If the ignition is put in OFF 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 put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield.

Compass The vehicle may have a compass display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak, and vehicle speed information. Avoid covering the GPS antenna, located on the roof, for long periods of time with objects that may interfere with the antenna's ability to receive a satellite signal. 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 the GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again. See Compass Messages 0 116
information on the messages 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 Operation 0 137
for information about how to use the menu system. For vehicles with a connective radio or navigation system, see the infotainment manual. Setting the Time and Date To set the time and date for the radio with CD: 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Select Set Time or Set Date. 3. Turn the MENU/SEL knob to

adjust the highlighted number. 4. Press the MENU/SEL knob to

select the next number.

5. To save the settings, press the

MENU/SEL knob.

To set the time and date for the radio without navigation: 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Select Set Time or Set Date.

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3. Turn the MENU/SEL knob to

adjust the highlighted number. 4. Press the MENU/SEL knob to

select the next number.

5. To save the settings, press OK

screen button.

To set the time and date for the radio with navigation: 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Select Set Time or Set Date. 3. Turn the MENU/SEL knob to

adjust the highlighted number. 4. Press the MENU/SEL knob to

select the next number.

5. To save the settings, press

BACK on the radio faceplate.

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

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format To set the 12/24 hour format for the radio with CD: 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 3. Press the MENU/SEL knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

4. To save the settings, press the

MENU/SEL knob.

To set the 12/24 hour format for the radio without navigation: 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 3. Press the MENU/SEL knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

4. To save the settings, press OK

screen button.

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To set the 12/24 hour format for the radio with navigation: 1. Press CLOCK. 2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 3. Press the MENU/SEL knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

4. To save the settings, press

BACK on the radio faceplate.

Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. There is one accessory power outlet located on the center floor console and one on the rear of the center floor console. These outlets are powered when the key is in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 188
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Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 amp rating.

Certain electrical accessories 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 installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 217

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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 with a cigarette lighter, it is on the center floor console near the shift lever. To activate the cigarette lighter, push it into the heating element and let go. When the lighter is ready it will pop back out.

Caution

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

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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 If equipped with a removable ashtray, the ashtray can be placed into the front console cupholders. To open the ashtray, lift the lid of the ashtray. After using, close the lid. To empty the ashtray for cleaning, slightly turn the upper part of the ashtray counterclockwise and remove it.

Caution

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

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element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating.

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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Instrument Cluster

English Cluster with Automatic Transmission Shown, Metric and Manual Transmission Similar

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

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

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) 0 112

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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.

An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. A FUEL LEVEL LOW message may appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and a single chime sounds. See Fuel System for more Messages 0 117
information. 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

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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.

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. The gauge takes a few seconds

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

If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Safety Belt Reminders

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

This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the indicator needle moves to the hot side of the gauge toward the H or shaded area, the engine is too hot.

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.

If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on. Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 66

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

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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.

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 60

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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 0 119

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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger for important Sensing System 0 66
safety information. The instrument panel 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

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several seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee 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 and knee airbag are 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 and passenger knee 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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Charging System Light

The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. The light turns off when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery. If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in ON/RUN with the engine not running for Key Access or in Service Only Mode for Keyless Access. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) 0 181
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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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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 0 220

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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 0 210
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

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least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel 0 209

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

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 0 217
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is running.

. The light does not come on

when the ignition is in ON/RUN with the engine not running for Key Access or in Service Only Mode for Keyless Access.

. Critical emission control systems

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

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

Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.

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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.

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Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.

If the light comes on while driving, a chime sounds. Pull off the road and stop. The pedal might be harder to push or go closer to the floor. It might also take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle 0 293

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light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light 0 106
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Up-Shift Light

For manual transmission vehicles, there is an up-shift light that comes on in the lower DIC area. It shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. See Manual Transmission 0 196

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The Antilock Brake System (ABS) light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the ABS light comes on and stays on while driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Start the engine again to reset the system. If the light stays on after driving at a speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), see your dealer for service. A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning

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Power Steering Warning Light

This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN as a check to show it is working. If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If this light stays on, or comes on while driving, the system may not be working. If this happens, see your dealer for service.

Traction Off Light

This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button. This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off. If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited. Adjust driving accordingly. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 199

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StabiliTrak® OFF Light

This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction Control System (TCS) is also off. If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak systems, and the warning light turns off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 199

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Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light

This light comes on briefly when the engine is started.

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If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system have been disabled. A DIC message may display. Check the DIC messages to determine which feature(s) is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requires service. If the light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 199

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Tire Pressure Light

For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS.

When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire pressure message may also display. See Tire Messages 0 120
Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure 0 262

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When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 264

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Engine Oil Pressure Light

Caution

Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil.

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

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If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer.

Low Fuel Warning Light

This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on as a check to indicate it is working. If it does not come on, have it fixed.

The low fuel warning light comes on and a chime sounds when the vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns off when fuel is added to the fuel tank. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112
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Security Light

The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer Operation 0 40

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Reduced Engine Power Light

If equipped, this light, along with the malfunction indicator lamp, displays when a noticeable reduction in the vehicle's performance occurs. The vehicle can be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed might be reduced. If this light stays on, see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair.

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Lamps On Reminder

Door Ajar Light

The high‐beam on light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 128
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Front Fog Lamp Light

This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 128

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Cruise Control Light

If equipped, this light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed. See Door Ajar Messages 0 116

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For vehicles with front fog lamps, this light comes on when the front fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the front fog lamps are turned off. See Front Fog Lamps 0 131
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For vehicles with cruise control, the cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active. The light turns off when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control 0 201

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Information Displays

Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle . All messages Messages 0 115
appear in the DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster. DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. The DIC displays trip, fuel, and warning messages if a system problem is detected.

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DIC Buttons

1. SET/CLR: Press to set,

or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.

2. w x : Use the band to scroll

through the items in each menu.

3. MENU: Press to display the

Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu. On some vehicles, there is also an ECO Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.

Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the TRIP menu displays. Use w x to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel Economy, Average Vehicle Speed : Displays the current distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), from the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to

zero by pressing and holding the SET/CLR button while the trip odometer display is showing. Also displays the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now, and will change as driving conditions change. This display is shown as . c L/100 km (mpg). Reset the average consumption by pressing SET/CLR when it is displayed. This screen also displays the average vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset. This display is shown as c km/h (mph). Reset the average speed by pressing SET/ CLR when it is displayed.

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Blank Display : Displays no information. Digital Speed : Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset. Fuel Used : Displays the approximate liters (L) or gallons (gal) of fuel that have been used since last reset. The fuel used can be reset by pressing the SET/CLR button while the Fuel Used display is showing. Timer : To start the timer, press SET/CLR while Timer is displayed. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including time the ignition is off. Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on, even if another display is being shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after which the display will return to zero. To stop the timer, press SET/CLR

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briefly while Timer is displayed. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SET/CLR. Navigation : Used for the OnStar or navigation system Turn-by-Turn guidance. See OnStar Overview or the navigation manual, 0 336
if the vehicle has navigation, for more information. Speed, Fuel Range, Instantaneous Fuel Economy : Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset. The center of the page shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. This display is shown as l . km (mi). Fuel range cannot be reset. Also displays the current fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects

only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. This display is shown as . L/100 km (mpg). This display cannot be reset. Vehicle Information Menu (OPTION) Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the OPTION menu is displayed. Use w x to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Units : Move w x to change between Metric or US when the Unit display is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm the setting. On some models, you will have to select 1, 2, or 3 for the Unit display. 1 is Imperial units, 2 is US units, and 3
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Tire Pressure : May display a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi). On some models, this display only allows for matching of the TPMS sensors. In this case, the display will show TIRE LEARN. See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 263
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Remaining Oil Life : Displays an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. This display may be shown as : %. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See Engine Oil Messages 0 117
The oil should be changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 0 227
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recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Maintenance Schedule 0 307
The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. Do not reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System 0 229
Battery Voltage : Displays the current battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage changes are normal while driving. See Charging System . If there is a problem Light 0 104
with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages 0 115
ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) Items This menu is only available on some vehicles. Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the ECO menu is displayed. Use w x to scroll through the menu items. Not all

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items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Best Average Fuel Economy : The right hand side displays the best average fuel economy (AFE) that is achieved for a selected distance. The left hand side displays a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance. The center bar graph displays the instantaneous fuel economy. Quickly press the SET/ CLR button to display a page for selecting one of the distance options. Move the up/down arrow to choose the selection, and SET/CLR to change the setting. When viewing best AFE, a several second press and hold of SET/CLR will reset the best value. The best value will show “- - -“ until the selected distance has been traveled. The display provides feedback on how current driving behavior in the bar graph affects the running

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average in the left display and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved. ECO Index : The bar graph on the left hand side provides feedback on the efficiency of current driving behavior. The graph shows a percentage value that is based on current fuel consumption compared to what is expected from the vehicle with good and bad driving habits. Each box represents 10%, with all boxes filled being 100%. More economical driving will result in being in the ECO box. Instantaneous Fuel Economy is also shown on right hand side. This display cannot be reset. Economy Trend : Displays history of the Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km (30 miles). Each bar represents about 5 km (3 miles) of driving. The fuel economy will range from 0 – 15 L/100 km (0 – 50 mpg). During driving the bars will shift to always reflect the most recent distance on the right side. This display cannot be reset.

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Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may display one after the other. The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem. The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on your vehicle content.

Battery Voltage and Charging Messages

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. The battery saver system starts reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed. At the point that features are disabled, this message displays. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge. LOW BATTERY This message is displayed when the battery voltage is low. See Battery - North America 0 241
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

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Brake System Messages

Cruise Control Messages

BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. See Brake Fluid 0 239
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed as a reminder that the parking brake is on. Release it before you attempt to drive.

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Compass Messages

CAL This message is displayed when the compass needs to be calibrated. See Compass 0 96
– – Two dashes will be displayed if the compass needs service. See your dealer for service.

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APPLY BRAKE BEFORE CRUISE If this message displays when attempting to activate cruise control, apply the brake pedal and try again. CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the cruise control is set and shows the speed it was set to. See Cruise Control 0 201

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Door Ajar Messages

DOOR(S) OPEN A vehicle symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open along with this message. Close the door completely. HOOD OPEN This message will display when the hood is open. Close the hood completely.

TRUNK OPEN This message will display when the trunk is open. Close the trunk completely.

Engine Cooling System Messages

A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH ENGINE TEMP This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back on. You can continue to drive the vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine.

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ENGINE OVERHEATED — IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. ENGINE OVERHEATED — STOP ENGINE This message displays and a continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature. HIGH COOLANT TEMPERATURE This message displays if the coolant temperature is hot. See Engine Overheating 0 236

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Engine Oil Messages

Engine Power Messages

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CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the Oil Life System. See Engine Oil Life System 0 229
and Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112
reset the system. See Engine Oil and Maintenance Schedule 0 227
for more information. 0 307
OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

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ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.

Fuel System Messages

FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible.

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TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the fuel cap.

Key and Lock Messages

NO REMOTE DETECTED This message displays when the transmitter battery is weak on vehicles with Keyless Access. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to be replaced. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26

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USE TRANSMITTER POCKET TO START This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected. The transmitter battery may be weak. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26

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Lamp Messages

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned on. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 129
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned off. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 129

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XXX TURN INDICATOR FAILURE When one of the turn signals is out, this message displays to show which bulb needs to be replaced. See Bulb Replacement 0 244
and for more Replacement Bulbs 0 249
information on turn signal bulb replacement. TURN SIGNAL ON This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. Turn off the turn signal.

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Object Detection System Messages

PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays when the Rear Parking Assist (RPA) system has been turned off or when there is a temporary condition causing the system to be disabled. See Parking Assist 0 205

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SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Rear Parking Assist (RPA) system. Do not use this system to help you park. See Parking Assist 0 205
SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM If this message appears, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF This message indicates that the driver has turned the system off. SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE This message indicates that the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is disabled because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone. The sensor may be blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush. This message may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicle does not need service. For cleaning, see Exterior Care 0 296

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Ride Control System Messages

SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 199
SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 199

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SERVICE AIRBAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. See your dealer for service.

Safety Belt Messages

SHIFTER LOCKED. BUCKLE SEATBELT This message displays if the vehicle is equipped with the Safety Belt Assurance System and the driver and front outboard passenger, if present, safety belts are not buckled. The vehicle will not shift out of P (Park). Buckle the safety belt(s) to unlock the shift lever. This system may not allow the vehicle to shift out of P (Park) if an object — such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device — is on the front outboard passenger seat. If this happens, remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt. If the driver or front outboard passenger unbuckles their safety belt while driving, the safety belt reminder chime and light(s) will come on. See Safety Belt Reminders 0 102

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SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays and a chime may sound when there may be a problem with the power steering system. If this message displays and a reduction in steering performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed, see your dealer. SERVICE STEERING COLUMN LOCK This message displays if there is a problem with the steering column lock. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays if there is a problem with the vehicle. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

Starting the Vehicle Messages

TURN STEERING WHEEL START VEHICLE AGAIN This message displays when you try to start the vehicle, but the column remains locked. Try turning the steering wheel while starting the vehicle to unlock the steering column. If the vehicle still does not start, turn the steering wheel the other way, and try starting the vehicle again.

Tire Messages

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 264
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SHIFTER UNLOCKED. BRAKE TO SHIFT This message displays when the Safety Belt Assurance System times out and allows the vehicle to be shifted out of P (Park) after 30 seconds following brake apply. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for information about the importance of proper restraint use. This system may not function properly if the airbag readiness light is on. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 103

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Security Messages

THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition.

Service Vehicle Messages

CHANGE TIMING BELT This message displays when scheduled maintenance on the timing belt is required. See your dealer for service.

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TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system is learning new tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 264
TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires is low. There is also an icon with the warning that will indicate the location of the low tire. The low tire pressure warning light will also come on. See Tire Pressure Light 0 109
If a tire pressure message displays, inflate the tires until the tire pressure is equal to the values shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tires 0 255
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Vehicle Reminder Messages

ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible. STEERING COLUMN IS LOCKED This message displays when the steering column is locked.

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Transmission Messages

SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission. See your dealer. TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level.

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Vehicle Personalization Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.

Infotainment System Audio System Controls

Using the Faceplate MENU/SELECT Knob . Press to enter, select, or activate

a highlighted menu option.

. Turn to highlight a menu option.