Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-8
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-10
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-47
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . 13-5
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
i-8
INDEX
Operation, Infotainment
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Outlets
Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-40
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Phone
Overheated Engine
Protection
Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . 10-18
Parade Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Park
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-19
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20
Park Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Parking
Assist, Ultrasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-32
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-26
Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-26
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . .9-20
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-48
Power
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-16
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Pregnancy, Using Safety
Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Privacy
Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . 13-16
Program
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . .13-9
Proposition 65 Warning,
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . 13-16
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17
Radios
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
CD/DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-15
Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Rear Climate Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10, 8-11
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-46
Rear Seat Entertainment
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) . . . . . . .7-46
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-34
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-6
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-7
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Records
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Ride Control Systems
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-10
Roadside Assistance
Recreational Vehicle
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82
Roof
Reimbursement Program,
GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2, 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Replacement Parts
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-46
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . 3-46
Replacing LATCH System
Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 3-61
Replacing Safety Belt
System Parts After a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-14
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-3
Running the Vehicle While
Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-31
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
Replacing After a Crash . . . . . .3-31
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . .3-30
INDEX
i-9
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-14
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . 11-2
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . 13-8
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-58
Seats
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Heated and Ventilated
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-6
Power Adjustment, Front
. . . . . . 3-4
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Secondary Latch System . . . . . 10-75
Securing Child
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-62, 3-64
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INDEX
Security
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Service
Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . .10-4
Engine Soon Lamp . . . . . . . . . . .5-16
Maintenance Records . . . . . . .11-10
Maintenance, General
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
. . . . .12-1
Parts Identification Label Publications Ordering
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
Scheduling Appointments . . . . .13-8
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 3-44
Shifting
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-19
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20
Sidemarker and Stoplamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Signals, Turn and
Spare Tire
Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-77
Specifications and
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
StabiliTrak System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light
. . . . 5-20
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Storage Areas
Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Cargo Management System . . . 4-3
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Floor Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 10-65
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
System
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
System Check
Automatic Transmission
Shiftlock Control
. . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Taillamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . 2-14
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Third-Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Tires
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-50
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-66
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-77
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-51
Tires (cont.)
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . 10-56
Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-44
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-43
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48
Sealant and
Compressor Kit
. . . . . . . . . . . 10-58
Sealant and Compressor
Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-65
Secondary Latch System . . . 10-75
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Terminology and
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39
Uniform Tire Quality
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Towing
Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . .9-44
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-51
General Information . . . . . . . . . .9-43
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . 10-82
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-48
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Transmission
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-22
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-38
Transportation Program,
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-9
Turn and Lane-Change
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . 10-54
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Turn Signal,
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
INDEX
i-11
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . 9-32
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52
Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-47
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-51
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Using this Manual
Vehicle
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Control
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-31
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-40
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82
Vehicle Care
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 10-65
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
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INDEX
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1
Service Parts Identification
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1
Vehicle Reminder
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Voltage Devices, and
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Voltmeter Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Cautions and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-21
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . . . 5-39
Wheels
Alignment and Tire
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-51
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-54
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Where to Put the Child
Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-54
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Windshield
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-26
Wipers
Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Wiring, High Voltage
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
2010 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-40
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-47
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-37
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-22
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-27
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-32
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-53
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
2010 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual M
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-86
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-2
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 11-7
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-10
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-14
Vehicle Data Recording
and Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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.
Introduction
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Canadian Vehicle Owners
Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this
manual can be obtained from your
dealer/retailer or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
ce guide en français auprès du
concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
suivante:
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P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123
Numéro de poste 6438 de langue
française
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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, are registered trademarks, and the name Traverse is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. 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.
Litho in the U.S.A. Part No. 25851642 A First Printing
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Introduction
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, gage, 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.
Introduction
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) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gage + : Fuses i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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Introduction
2 NOTES
In Brief
1-1
Performance and Maintenance
StabiliTrak® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-21
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-21
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Heated and Ventilated
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Sensing System for Passenger
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-12
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-16
Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17
Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Driver Information Center
(DIC) (With DIC Buttons) . . . 1-18
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Storage Compartments . . . . . . 1-19
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
1-2
In Brief
Instrument Panel
In Brief
1-3
Q. Heated Front Seats on
page 3‑9 .
R. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6‑3 .
S. Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator on page 5‑15
(If Equipped).
T. Glove Box on page 4‑1.
A. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
B.
page 5‑5 . Instrument Cluster on page 5‑11 .
C. Steering Wheel Controls on
D.
page 5‑3 . Instrument Panel Storage on page 4‑1 .
E. AM-FM Radio on page 7‑7. F. Air Vents on page 8‑12. G. Exterior Lamp Controls on
H.
page 6‑1 . Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑4.
I. Cruise Control on page 9‑30. J. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 5‑2 .
K. Horn on page 5‑5.
L. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑22 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons) on page 5‑28 .
M. Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4 .
N. Shift Lever. See Shifting Into
Park on page 9‑19.
O. Power Outlets on page 5‑9. P. Rear Window Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑6 . Traction Control System (TCS) Disable Button. See StabiliTrak System on page 9‑27 . Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑24 (If Equipped) . Power Liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2‑9 (If Equipped).
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In Brief
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.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.
Press K to unlock the driver door. Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors. Press Q to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
To open or close the liftgate, press and hold & until the liftgate begins to move. Press L and release to locate the vehicle. Press L and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press L again to cancel the panic alarm. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
Remote Vehicle Start
Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle.
2. Press Q . 3.
Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the parking lamps flash.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.
Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5 .
Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually:
From the inside use the door lock knob on the window sill. From the outside turn the key toward the front or rear of the vehicle, or press the Q or " button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
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1-5
Power Door Locks
On vehicles with power door locks,
the controls are located on the front
doors.
" (Unlock): Press to unlock the
doors.
Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors.
See Power Door Locks on
page 2‑7
Liftgate To open the liftgate the vehicle must be in P (Park). Press the touchpad under the liftgate handle. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid.
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In Brief
Power Liftgate On vehicles with a power liftgate, the vehicle must be in P (Park) to operate it. . Press and hold the liftgate button & on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Windows
Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats 1. Pull the handle under the seat to
unlock the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired
position and release the handle. Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place.
Power Seats
On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. For more information, see Power Windows on page 2‑20.
. Press the liftgate button on the
center console.
. Press the touchpad switch on
the outside liftgate handle.
For more information see Liftgate on page 2‑9 .
A. Power Seat Adjustment Control B. Reclining Seatbacks C. Lumbar Adjustment
Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control (A) forward or rearward. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the control (A) up or down. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4 . To raise or recline the seatback tilt the top of the control (B) forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑7 . Press the front or rear of the control (C) to increase or decrease lumbar support. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑6 .
Second Row Seats
In Brief
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Third Row Seats The third row seats can be folded forward or removed.
To access the third row, pull the sliding seat lever forward so that the seat cushion folds and the entire seat slides forward. See Rear Seats on page 3‑10.
Pull up on the release lever located on the back of the seat and push the seatback forward. For detailed procedures see Third Row Seats on page 3‑12.
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In Brief
Heated Seats
Heated Front Seats The heated seat controls are located on the center console. The engine must be running to operate them. I: Press to turn on the heated seatback. J: Press to turn on or off the heated seat and seatback. For more information see Heated Front Seats on page 3‑9.
Heated and Ventilated Seats On vehicles with this feature, the controls are on the front doors near the handle. H : Press to ventilate the seat. z : Press to heat the seat. For more information see Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑10 .
Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2.
Safety Belt
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety Belts on page 3‑15. . How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly on page 3‑19. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑24. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑55 .
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
United States
conditions. The driver airbag, seat-mounted side impact airbags, and roof-rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑40 for more information.
Canada
The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain
In Brief
1-9
Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door armrest. 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the
driver or passenger side mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to adjust the mirror.
3. Press either (A) or (B) again to
deselect the mirror.
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In Brief
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 it to the original position. Interior Mirror If equipped, a manual inside rearview mirror can be adjusted so that the driver can see behind the vehicle more clearly. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. Use the day/night adjustment to help prevent glare from the headlamps behind you.
Move the lever located at the base of the mirror, to the right for nighttime use and to the left for daytime use. For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will move automatically to reduce the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the ignition is turned to start. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑19.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
The adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering column. 1. Pull the lever down to adjust the
steering wheel.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down or backward or forward into a comfortable position. 3. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
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Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn them on or off. For more information, see: . Dome Lamps on page 6‑5.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑4.
Power Tilt Wheel
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the overhead console and above the rear seat passengers. The dome lamps automatically come on when a door is opened, unless the dome lamp override button is pressed in. To manually turn them on, turn the instrument panel brightness control clockwise to the farthest position.
Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is next to the exterior lamps control. E: Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened.
For vehicles with the power tilt and telescope wheel, the control is on the left side of the steering column. . Push the control up or down to
tilt the steering wheel up or down.
. Push the control forward or
rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
See Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑2 .
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In Brief
Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.
9 : Turns the automatic light control on or off. AUTO : Automatic operation of the headlamps at normal brightness and other exterior lamps. ;: Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps. 2: Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps. For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1 .
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ Automatic Headlamp System on page 6‑3 .
. Delayed Headlamps on
page 6‑3 .
Windshield Wiper/Washer The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. 8 : Use for a single wiping cycle. 9 : Turns the wipers off.
6 : Delays wiping cycle. Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 1 : Slow wipes. 2 : Fast wipes.
Windshield Washer J : Press the button at the end of the turn signal/lane change lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑5 .
Climate Controls
In Brief
1-13
A. Fan Control B. Temperature Control C. Air Delivery Mode Control D. Air Conditioning
E. REAR (Rear Climate Control) F. Air Recirculation G. Rear Window Defogger
1-14
In Brief
A. Fan Control B. AUTO C. Defrost D. Air Recirculation E. REAR (Rear Climate Control) F. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Driver Side Temperature Control H. Display
I. Power (On/Off) J. Rear Window Defogger K. Air Conditioning L. PASS (Passenger) M. Passenger Side Temperature
Control
See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). For more information about the rear climate control, see Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control Only) on page 8‑10 or Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) on page 8‑11.
Vehicle Features Radio(s)
Radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port
O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped. f : Select radio stations.
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1-15
© ¨ : Seek or scan stations. 4 : Change the display between the radio station frequency and the time, if equipped. While the ignition is off, press 4 to display the time. For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑2. Storing a Favorite Station A maximum of 36 stations can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button. Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations. See AM-FM Radio on page 7‑7.
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In Brief
Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press O , to turn the radio on. 2. Press G to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year).
3. Press the pushbutton located
under any one of the labels to be changed.
4. To increase or decrease the time
or date, turn f clockwise or counter-clockwise.
For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the vehicles specific audio system, see Clock on page 5‑9 .
Satellite Radio Vehicles with an XM™ Satellite Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite Radio subscription can receive XM programming. XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is 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, contact XM at in the U.S. and Canada. 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 7‑8.
Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle may have an auxiliary
input located on the radio faceplate
and a USB port located in the center
console. External devices such as
iPod®, laptop computers, MP3
players, CD changers, USB storage
device, etc. can be connected to the
auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in)
input jack or the USB port
depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices on
page 7‑36 .
Bluetooth® The in-vehicle Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s audio system, microphone and controls.
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Navigation System The vehicle's navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. See the vehicle's Navigation System manual for more information.
b g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with OnStar® or Bluetooth systems.
Increases or decreases
+ e − e : volume. c : Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call. SRCE : Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. ¨ : Press to seek the next radio station, the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot, or to select tracks and folders on an iPod® or USB device. For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑3.
The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. See Bluetooth on page 7‑48.
Steering Wheel Controls
w / x : Press to change favorite radio stations, select tracks on a CD/DVD, or to navigate tracks or folders on an iPod® or USB device.
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In Brief
Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) If available, the DIC displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a problem is detected. To access the DIC, some vehicles have buttons located on the instrument panel.
V : Press to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC. U : Press to customize the feature settings on your vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑40 for more information.
T : Press to display the oil life,
park assist on vehicles with this
feature, units, tire pressure readings
on vehicles with this feature, RKE
transmitter programming, and
compass calibration and zone
setting on vehicles with this feature.
3 : Press this button to display
the odometer, trip odometers, fuel
range, average economy, timer, fuel
used, and average speed.
Some vehicles do not have the
buttons shown, however some of
the menus can be viewed by using
the trip odometer reset stem.
See Driver Information Center (DIC)
(With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑22
or Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Without DIC Buttons) on
page 5‑28 .
Cruise Control
T : On/Off. + RES: Press to accelerate or resume speed. SET– : Press to set speed or decrease speed. [ : Press to cancel cruise control. See Cruise Control on page 9‑30.
Storage Compartments
For vehicles with a second row center console, open each area to access the storage compartment inside.
Press the buttons (B, C) on the front of the consoles to access the upper and lower storage areas. Increase the storage area by folding the top of the console forward. Lift up on rear console handle (A) and pull forward. See Floor Console Storage on page 4‑2 .
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Power Outlets The vehicle may have four accessory power outlets which can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone. The power outlets are located: . On the instrument panel below
the climate controls.
. Under the center floor console
cupholder.
. At the rear of the center floor
console. In the rear cargo area.
To use the outlets, remove the cover. See Power Outlets on page 5‑9.
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In Brief
Sunroof
The ignition must be in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY to operate the
sunroof and power sunshade. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
on page 9‑16
Vent: Press the front or rear of the switch to vent or close the sunroof. Express-open/Express-close: From the closed position, press and release the rear or front of the switch to express-open or express-close the sunroof. For more information see Sunroof on page 2‑23 .
The switch to operate the front sunroof is on the headliner above the rearview mirror.
Performance and Maintenance
StabiliTrak® The traction control system limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
To turn off the traction control part of StabiliTrak, press and release 5 located on the instrument panel below the climate controls. F illuminates and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑31. The StabiliTrak system remains on.
For more information, see
StabiliTrak System on page 9‑27
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. Note: The Tire Pressure Monitor System can alert you about low tire pressure, but it 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 10‑43 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑44.
Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The Tire Pressure Monitor System alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of your vehicle’s tires by illuminating the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicle are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver side center pillar (B pillar). See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10.
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Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑58 for complete operating information.
Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
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In Brief
Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN,
2.
3.
with the engine off. If the vehicle has Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons: Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. If the vehicle does not have Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons: The vehicle must be in P (Park) to access this display. Press the trip odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. If the vehicle has Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons: Press and hold the set/ reset button until 100% is displayed. Three chimes sound and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off.
If the vehicle does not have Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons: Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE REMAINING shows 100%. Three chimes sound and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10.
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, if equipped.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
. Combine several trips into a
single trip.
. 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
Roadside Assistance
U.S.: 1-800-CHEV-USA
(1-800-243-8872) TTY Users:
1-888-889-2438 Canada:
1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance
program. This program provides
technically trained advisors who are
available 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year, minor repair information or
towing arrangements.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay exact location to get you the help you need.
Chevrolet Owner Center The Chevrolet 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: www.gmownercenter.com/ chevrolet.
OnStar®
OnStar® uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
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Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help. How OnStar Service Works Q : This blue button connects you 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 turn-by-turn navigation. 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.
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Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information see the OnStar Owner's Guide or 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 press Q to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 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 Subscriber Information. OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar service also cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that
area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service. Not all services are available everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosed areas, or at all times. The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an OnStar call center when Q is pressed, ] is pressed, or if the airbags or ACR system deploy. This information usually includes the vehicle's GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g. the direction from which the vehicle was hit). When the virtual advisor feature of OnStar hands-free calling is used, the vehicle also sends OnStar the vehicle's GPS location so they can provide services where it is located.
Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available. The vehicle must have a working electrical system, including adequate battery power, for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place. Some examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or wireless phone network congestion. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar hands-free calling. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑3 for more information.
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On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. 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. Press Q and request a vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Press Q to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active.
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Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Park Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-19
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
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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
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . 2-13
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-14
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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.
Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑6 .
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
The key is used for the ignition and all door locks. The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer/retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle. See your dealer/retailer if a replacement key or additional key is needed.
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/retailer or a qualified technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.
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There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2.
With Remote Start and Power Liftgate Shown, Without Similar
/ (Remote Vehicle Start): For
vehicles with this feature, see
Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5
for additional information.
Q (Lock): Press to lock all the
doors.
If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn sounds when Q is pressed again within five seconds. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑40 for additional information. Pressing Q may arm the content theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑13 . K (Unlock): Press once to unlock only the driver door. If K is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑40 .
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Pressing K on the RKE transmitter disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑13. & (Power Liftgate): Press and hold until the liftgate begins to move to open or close the liftgate. The taillamps flash and a chime sounds to indicate when the liftgate is opening or closing. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to locate the vehicle. The parking lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The parking lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to ON/RUN or L is pressed again. The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle using the DIC, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. See “Relearn Remote Key” under Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑22 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons) on page 5‑28 for instructions on how to program transmitters to this vehicle.
Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the notch on the side.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not
use a metal object.
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3.
Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Snap the transmitter back
together.
Remote Vehicle Start This vehicle may have a remote starting feature that starts the engine from outside of the vehicle. / (Remote Start): This button is located on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using the remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. Do not use the remote start feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle could run out of fuel.
If the vehicle has the remote start
feature, the RKE transmitter
functions have an increased range
of operation. However, the range
may be less while the vehicle is
running.
There are other conditions which
can affect the performance of the
transmitter, see Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2
for additional information.
Starting the Engine Using
Remote Start
To start the vehicle:
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle.
2. Press Q on the RKE transmitter. 3.
Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the parking lamps flash. If the vehicle's lights can not be seen, press and hold / for at least four seconds.
When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system will operate automatically if the vehicle has the automatic system, or at the same setting as when the vehicle was last turned off. If the vehicle has an automatic climate control system and heated seats, the heated seats turn on during colder outside temperatures and shut off when the key is turned to ON/RUN. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑9 or Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑10 for more information. The rear window defogger and heated mirrors, if the vehicle has them, turn on during colder outside temperatures and turn off when the key is turned to ON/RUN.
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After entering the vehicle during a
remote start, insert and turn the key
to the ON/RUN position to drive the
vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it
automatically shuts off after
10 minutes unless a time extension
has been done.
Extending Engine Run Time
To extend the engine run time by
10 minutes, repeat Steps 1 though 3
while the engine is still running.
The engine run time can only be
extended if it is the first remote start