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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Battery and Efficiency. . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and


Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20


Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15


Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40


Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2


Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 5-4
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Warning Lights, Gauges, and


Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-48
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-55


Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5


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Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-36
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-71
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-78


Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8


Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-18
Electric Vehicle Operating


Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29


Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-34
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-39
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-57


Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-71
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-77
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-81


Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-3
Recommended Fluids,


Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 11-6
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 11-8


Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2


Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-23
Vehicle Data Recording and


Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-24
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1


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This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.


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Canadian Vehicle Owners


Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123
Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com


The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, VOLT, and the VOLT logo are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.


Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20819514 A First Printing


©2010 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.


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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, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.


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[ : Leaf * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power B : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor M : Windshield Washer Fluid


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) b g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® I : Brake System Warning Light A : Charge Port Door " : Charging System (12‐Volt Battery)


I : Cruise Control f : Electric Parking Brake d : Electronic Stability Control (ESC) B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps y : Fault g : First Responder . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer _ : High Voltage j : LATCH System Child Restraints


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In Brief


Instrument Panel


Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-11
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12


Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2


Vehicle Features


Initial Drive Information


Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Sensing System for Passenger


Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Steering Wheel


Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10


Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-14
Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-14
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16


Battery and Efficiency


High Voltage Safety


Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Total Vehicle Range . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 1-20
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20


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Performance and Maintenance


Traction Control


System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20


Electronic Stability


Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-21
Tire Sealant and


Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-21
Driving for Better Energy


Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22


Roadside Assistance


Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24


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A. Air Vents on page 8‑8. B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.


See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1. Pedestrian Friendly Alert on page 6‑2. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑9. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑38.


C.


D. Windshield Wiper/Washer on


page 5‑7.


E. Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6


(If Equipped).


F. Center Stack Display on


page 5‑28.


G. Charging Status Indicator. See Charging Status Feedback on page 9‑47.


H. Light Sensor. See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑3. Instrument Panel Storage on page 4‑1.


I.


J. Automatic Climate Control


System on page 8‑1.


K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑38. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5.


L.


M. Data Link Connector (DLC)


(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. N. Cruise Control on page 9‑36. O. Steering Wheel Adjustment on


page 5‑6.


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P. Horn on page 5‑7. Q. Steering Wheel Controls on


page 5‑6 (If Equipped).


R. Leaf Button. See Center Stack


Display on page 5‑28.


S. DRIVE MODE Button. See Driver Selected Operating Modes on page 9‑24.


T. Power Button on page 9‑18. U. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive


V.


Unit on page 9‑29. Infotainment on page 7‑1. Navigation System. See Using the Navigation System on page 7‑36.


W. Electric Parking Brake on


page 9‑32.


X. Power Door Locks on page 2‑9. Y. Hazard Warning Flashers on


page 6‑4.


Z. Glove Box on page 4‑1.


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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 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.


7 : Press and release to locate the vehicle. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm. B : Press Q and then press and hold B within five seconds to start the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Start on page 2‑7 for more information. A : Press to open the charge port door. See Plug-In Charging on page 9‑44 for more information. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.


Press the key release button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks. K : Press once to unlock the driver door. Press a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Q : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑48.


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Remote Vehicle Start This feature starts the heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on. The engine may start to support the climate control operation. Activating the Remote Start 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the


vehicle.


2. Press Q on the RKE transmitter;


the doors will lock.


3. Within five seconds, press and


hold B until the turn signal lamps flash or for approximately four seconds. Pressing B again during a remote start will turn the feature off.


After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press the POWER O button on the center stack with the brake pedal applied to operate as normal. Canceling Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do any of the following: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold B until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.


. Press the POWER O button on the center stack, with the brake pedal applied, then press the POWER O button again to turn the vehicle off.


See Remote Start on page 2‑7.


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Door Locks To lock or unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key from outside the vehicle. Use the door lock knob or switch from inside the vehicle. See Door Locks on page 2‑8. Power Door Locks


The power door lock switches are on the center stack. K : Press to unlock the doors. Q : Press to lock the doors. See Power Door Locks on page 2‑9.


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In Brief


Hatch


Windows


Seat Adjustment


Seat Position


To open the hatch, with all doors unlocked, press the button on the underside of the hatch and lift up. Always close the hatch before driving. Do not press the button while closing the hatch; it will unlock it again. See Hatch on page 2‑10.


The power window switches are on the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window. Press the front of the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. The driver and passenger windows have an express-down feature and the driver window has express-up. See Power Windows on page 2‑16.


To adjust the seat position: 1. Pull the handle at the front of the


seat cushion to unlock it. 2. Move the seat forward or rearward and release the handle.


3. Try to move the seat back and


forth to be sure it is locked in place.


See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.


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Height Adjustment


Reclining Seatbacks


In Brief


1-7


2. Push and pull on the seatback to


make sure it is locked.


See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4.


Heated Seats


Move the lever up or down to raise or lower the seat. See “Seat Height Adjuster” under Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.


To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.


3. Push and pull on the seatback to


make sure it is locked.


To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.


If available, the controls are on the center stack. To operate, the vehicle must be on.


Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback.


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Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6 for more information.


Auto Heated Seats


If available, the controls can be accessed while the vehicle is on by pressing the CLIMATE button on the center stack.


Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.


Press the touch screen M AUTO or L AUTO button. The button color will change to green when this feature is on. When the vehicle is on, this feature will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the vehicle's interior temperature. The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated seat button lights on the center stack. Use the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated seats off. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6 for more information. The heated seats can also be programmed to come on during a remote start. See “Remote Start Auto Heat Seats” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑48 for more information.


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Safety Belts


Sensing System for Passenger Airbag


In Brief


1-9


Mirror Adjustment


Exterior Mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position. See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑14.


The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags, seat‐mounted side impact airbags, and roof‐rail airbags are not affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑33 for more information. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑18.


Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety Belts on page 3‑10. . How to Wear Safety Belts


Properly on page 3‑13. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑19. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑47.


Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door.


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In Brief


To adjust a mirror: 1. Move the selector switch to


L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.


2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction.


3. Return the selector switch to the


center position.


See Power Mirrors on page 2‑14. When the rear window defogger is activated, the heated mirriors, if equipped, will also come on. See Heated Mirrors on page 2‑14. Interior The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature and the indicator light come on each time the vehicle is started. Hold the mirror in the center to adjust it. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑15.


Steering Wheel Adjustment


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


or down.


3. Pull or push the steering wheel


closer or away from you.


4. Pull the lever (A) up to lock the


steering wheel in place.


Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.


Interior Lighting


Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console. To operate, press the following buttons: + : Press to turn on the dome lamps. 1 : Press to turn the lamps on automatically when a door is opened. * : Press to turn the lamps off, even when a door is open.


Reading Lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console. # $ : Press to turn each lamp on or off. For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5.


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Exterior Lighting


The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal/lane change lever. O : Turn to operate the exterior lamps. O : Turns the exterior lamps off. AUTO: Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on the exterior light. ; : Turns on the parking lamps, together with the sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. 5 : Turns on the headlamps, together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.


For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on


page 6‑1. Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4.


. Headlamp High/Low-Beam


Changer on page 6‑2.


Windshield Wiper/Washer


The windshield wiper lever is on the side of the steering column. With the vehicle on, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. 2: Move the lever up to 2 for fast wipes. 1: Move the lever up to 1 for slow wipes.


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G : Move the lever up to G for adjustable interval wipes, then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 9 : Use to turn the windshield wipers off. 3 : For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑7.


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Climate Controls


Heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled by using the climate control buttons and the climate touch screen.


E. Auto (Automatic Operation) F. Rear Window Defogger G. Manual Fan Control


Climate Control Buttons


A. Temperature Control B. Driver and Passenger Heated


C. Defrost D. Climate


Seats


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1-13


See Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1. Auto Heated Seats are selected using the climate control touch screen. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6.


Climate Touch Screen Controls


A. Driver and Passenger Auto


F. Climate Modes: Fan Only, ECO,


Heated Seats


Comfort


B. Air Delivery Mode Controls C. Auto Recirculation D. Manual Recirculation E. Outside Air Temperature


Display


G. Climate Power Gauge H. Manual Fan Control I. J. Air Conditioning Indicator K. Heat Status Indicator


Temperature Setting Display


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Vehicle Features


Radio(s) This vehicle's radio is part of the navigation system. See Infotainment on page 7‑1.


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 based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service.


For more information refer to: . www.xmradio.com or call


1-800-929-2100 (U.S.). . www.xmradio.ca or call


1-877-438-9677 (Canada).


For more information, see Satellite Radio on page 7‑13.


Portable Audio Devices This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center stack. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, depending on the audio system. For more information, see Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑36.


Bluetooth® The Bluetooth® system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system, microphone, and controls.


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 7‑78.


Steering Wheel Controls


For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.


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b g : Press to interact with the available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system. $ i : 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 to end a current call. _ SRC ^ : Turn _ or ^ to select a radio band or audio source. Turn _ or ^ to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD, DVD track/chapter (with navigation), or MP3 track. Press SRC to change between radio and CD or DVD.


+ x −: Press + to increase or − to decrease the volume. For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑6.


Cruise Control


The cruise control buttons are on the steering wheel. 1 : Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. An indicator light will turn on or off in the instrument cluster. [ : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. RES/+ : Move the thumbwheel up to resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate.


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SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed and activate cruise control or to make the vehicle decelerate. See Cruise Control on page 9‑36.


Navigation System The vehicle has a navigation system that includes information about the radio, audio players, and navigation system. The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. 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 POIs (Points of Interest), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. See Infotainment on page 7‑1 for more information.


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Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. There are three accessory power outlets:


Inside the front of the center floor console.


. On the rear of the center floor


console. Inside the instrument panel storage area.


The power outlets supply power while the vehicle is on, or if the vehicle is in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21. Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use. See Power Outlets on page 5‑8.


Battery and Efficiency


High Voltage Safety Information


{ WARNING


Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training. High voltage components are identified by labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.


This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12‐volt battery.


If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high voltage system. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle will not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed. Before the vehicle can be operated again, it must be serviced at your dealer. See Battery on page 10‑24 for important safety information. If an airbag has inflated, see What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? on page 3‑31. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. See Battery on page 10‑24.


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Charging The high voltage battery can be charged using a household electrical outlet. There are three ways to program how the vehicle is charged. See Charging on page 5‑30 for more information. This section explains the process for charging the high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in. It is recommended that the vehicle be plugged in when temperatures are below 0°C (32°F) and above 32°C (90°F) to maximize high voltage battery life. The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned off. Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be experienced caused by the electrical devices used while charging.


Charging


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In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port door. The charge port door may not open on the first attempt. Remove ice from the area and repeat attempting to open the charge port door.


1. The charge port door release


button is on the driver door inner trim panel. With the vehicle in P (Park), press the button for one second and release to open the charge port door. The charge port door can also be opened using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.


2. Open the rear hatch, lift the load


support floor covering (A), and remove the charge cord. It is located near the tire sealant and compressor kit (C). Pull up on the charge cord handle (D) to release it from the handle clip (E). Lift the charge cord up


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and rearward to remove it from the vehicle. The vehicle plug (B) is stored as shown.


3. Plug the charge cord into the


electrical outlet. See Electrical Requirements for Battery Charging on page 9‑51. Verify that the charge cord status indicators are both green. See Charge Cord on page 9‑49 for more information.


illuminates on top of the instrument panel and a horn chirp occurs. See Charging Status Feedback on page 9‑47
for more information.


5. To arm the charge cord theft


alert, lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be disabled by a service technician.


End Charge 1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.


3. Unplug the charge cord from the


electrical outlet.


4. Before storing the charge cord,


have the charge cord face up and wrap the charge cable neatly counterclockwise around the body of the charge cord.


4. Then plug in the vehicle plug of the charge cord into the charge port on the vehicle. Verify that the charging status indicator


2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the


charge cord from the vehicle by squeezing the vehicle plug lever and pull to remove.


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2. When the READY TO REFUEL message displays, the fuel door on the passenger side will unlock. Push the rearward edge of the fuel door in and release to open the door.


3. Turn the fuel cap


counterclockwise to remove. While refueling, hang the fuel cap tether from the hook on the inside of the fuel door.


4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel


cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks. Close the fuel door.


See Filling the Tank on page 9‑55.


While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven.


Fueling The fuel system on this vehicle requires a refueling process to control evaporative emissions. To refuel the vehicle:


1. Press the fuel door button on


the driver door for one second. A WAIT TO REFUEL message displays on the Driver Information Center.


5. Place the charge cord, face


down, into the storage compartment with the front edge (F) of the charge cord body under the clips (G) located in the front of the storage compartment. The vehicle plug (B) should be on the right side of the charge cord. Push the charge cord handle down until it locks into the handle clip at the rear of the storage compartment.


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Total Vehicle Range


Total vehicle range is the remaining distance the vehicle can be driven combining the electric range and fuel range. See Driving for Better Energy Efficiency on page 9‑2.


Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it back into electrical energy. This energy is then stored back into the high voltage battery system, contributing to increased energy efficiency.


See Regenerative Braking on page 9‑33.


Service


{ WARNING


Never try to do your own service on high voltage components. You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these high voltage components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10‑6.


Performance and Maintenance


Traction Control System (TCS) The Traction Control System limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is on and cannot be turned off. For more information, see Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑34.


Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Stability Control assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is on and cannot be turned off. For more information, see Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on page 9‑35.


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indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑49.


Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may have a tire sealant and compressor kit that can be used to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. Significant sidewall damage will require the tire to be replaced. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑63 for complete operating information.


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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.


Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Use the SELECT knob to select


OIL LIFE on the DIC menu.


2. Press SELECT to start the OIL


LIFE reset procedure.


3. The DIC menu will display “Are


you sure that you want to reset?” Use SELECT to choose YES to reset oil life or NO to exit and return to the previous menu.


Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).


The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑13. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early


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If YES is selected, the DIC menu will display RESET OIL LIFE for a short time and then 100% OIL LIFE will be displayed when OIL LIFE is successfully reset. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12.


Driving for Better Energy Efficiency Use the following tips to help maximize energy efficiency and range. Driving Style


Efficiency Gauge (Instrument Cluster) The ball indicator should be kept green and in the center of the gauge. Inefficient acceleration is indicated when the ball turns yellow and travels above the center of the gauge.


Aggressive braking is indicated when the ball turns yellow and travels below the center of the gauge.


Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Avoid unnecessary rapid accelerations and decelerations. Electric range is maximized at 80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher speeds use more energy and can significantly reduce electric range. Use cruise control when appropriate. Plan ahead for decelerations and coast whenever possible. For example, do not rush to traffic signals. Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast. The vehicle recovers energy while coasting and braking in D (Drive) or L (Low).


Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection Use Normal Mode when possible. Sport Mode provides more responsive acceleration than Normal Mode but reduces efficiency. Use Mountain Mode prior to climbing long, steep grades in mountainous areas. Be sure to engage Mountain Mode before starting to climb. Mountain Mode reduces electric range and power but may be needed to maintain speeds above 96 km/h (60 mph) when climbing grades of 5% or greater. Use L (Low) in heavy stop‐and‐go traffic or when traveling downhill. L (Low) requires less brake pedal application and provides a controlled, efficient way to slow the vehicle down.


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Climate Setting Using the heat and air conditioning systems decreases the energy available for electric driving. Optimal energy efficiency is achieved with the heat, air conditioning, and fan turned off. Less energy is used at low fan speeds. When using the fan:


Fan Only is the most energy efficient climate setting. . ECO is for moderate air conditioning and heater operation and is the next most energy efficient setting.


. Comfort provides the most


comfort but is the least energy efficient.


Use the auto heated seat feature instead of climate settings. Heating the seat uses less energy than heating the vehicle interior. Use remote start when the vehicle is plugged in to attain a comfortable vehicle interior temperature.


In hot weather, avoid parking in direct sunlight or use sunshades inside the vehicle. Turn off the front and rear window defog/defrost when they are no longer needed. Avoid driving with the windows open at highway speeds. Vehicle Charging/Maintenance


Charging Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully charged, to keep the battery temperature ready for the next drive. This is important when outside temperatures are extremely hot or cold.


Maintenance Always keep the tires properly inflated and the vehicle properly aligned. The weight of excess cargo in the vehicle affects efficiency and range. Avoid carrying more than is needed.


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If fuel is not regularly used, consider keeping the fuel tank only one‐third full. Excess fuel weight impacts efficiency and range. Use premium fuel. Avoid unnecessary use of electrical accessories. Power used for functions other than propelling the vehicle will reduce EV range. Using a rooftop carrier will reduce efficiency due to additional weight and drag.


Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-888-811-1926
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. This program provides security and convenience in the event of an on-road failure or emergency situation.


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Service is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for the 5 year/ 160 000 km (100,000 mi) coverage period. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑6 for more information.


Roadside Assistance and OnStar If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.


Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more. Sign up today at: www.chevyownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada).


OnStar®


For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live Advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.


Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built‐in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.


How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar Advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation. Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), contact


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OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080, or push the Q button 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 Glove Box Kit. OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times.


OnStar service can’t work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar service. Service involving location information about your vehicle can’t work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle has to have a working electrical system and adequate 12‐volt battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment isn’t properly installed or you haven’t maintained it and your vehicle is in good


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working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in your vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems OnStar can’t control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle, damage to important parts of your vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑26 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.


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OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have talk and mute buttons that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑6 for more information. 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. Push the Q button and request a vehicle diagnostic check. If the light appears clear or no light appears, your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Push the Q button to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active.


OnStar® If the vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that system may also record data in crash or near crash-like situations. The OnStar Terms and Conditions provides information on data collection and use and is available in the OnStar Glove Box Kit, at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by pushing Q and speaking to an Advisor.


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Interior Mirrors


Automatic Dimming Rearview


Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15


Windows


Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17


Doors


Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10


Vehicle Security


Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . 2-12
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-13


Exterior Mirrors


Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14


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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 Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-10
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10


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Keys


{ WARNING


Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter 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 RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children.


The key that is part of the RKE transmitter can be used for all locks.


See your dealer if a replacement key or an additional key is needed. Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key. 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 13‑26 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.


Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the key release button and fold the key blade to retract the key. The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle.


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If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The


transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.


. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.


. Check the transmitter's battery.


See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The RKE transmitter functions will work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.


Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the anti-theft alarm system will be armed. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑12. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock and then the driver door will unlock if the Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out feature is enabled through the vehicle personalization. See “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Feature” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑48 for more information. This may vary based on vehicle personalization. 7 (Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.


K (Unlock): Press once to unlock the driver door. Press a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. The hazard warning lamps will flash twice each time the button is pressed and the anti-theft alarm system will be disarmed. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑12.


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B (Remote Start): Press Q and then press and hold B within five seconds to start the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Start on page 2‑7 for more information. The auto heated seats, if equipped, can be programmed to come on when the vehicle is remotely started. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑48 for more information. Also see “Auto Heated Seats” under Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6. A (Charge Port Door): Press to open the charge port door. See Plug-In Charging on page 9‑44 for more information. 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.


When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, 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 five transmitters matched to it.


Programming with a Recognized Transmitter A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter. For vehicles sold in Canada, two recognized transmitters are required to program a new transmitter. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be in the vehicle. 1. Place the recognized


2.


transmitter(s) in the cupholder. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the


driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4 OR 5.


3. Remove the rubber mat in


the instrument panel storage. Extend the key blade on the new transmitter and insert the key blade into the transmitter slot. 4. Press and hold the POWER O


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transmitter is programmed, the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.


5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter slot and press K on the transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3
through 5. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the POWER O button for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.


Programming without a Recognized Transmitter Non-Canadian (U.S.) owners are permitted to program a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognized transmitter is not available. The Canadian regulations require that Canadian owners see their dealer for programming new transmitters when two recognized transmitters are not available.


If there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this procedure to program up to five transmitters. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters must be in the vehicle. 1.


Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press the POWER O button on the center stack. The DIC display will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.


3. Repeat Step 2 two more times.


After the third time, all previously known transmitters will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be programmed during the next steps. The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1.


4. Remove the rubber mat in


the instrument panel storage. Extend the key blade on the new transmitter and insert the key blade into the transmitter slot.


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5. Press and hold the POWER O button for two seconds. When the transmitter is programmed, the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter. 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter slot and press K on the transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4
through 6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the POWER O button for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.


Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when you try to start the vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also be displayed at this time.


To start the vehicle: 1. Open the instrument panel


storage and remove the rubber mat.


2. Extend the key blade and place


the blade into the slot.


3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or


N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the POWER O button on the center stack. See Power Button on page 9‑18 for additional information.


Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. To replace the battery: 1. Extend the key blade and open the battery cover on the back of the unit.


2. Remove the used battery. Avoid


3.


touching the circuit board to other components. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down toward the base.


4. Reassemble the battery cover. 5. Check the operation of the transmitter with the vehicle.


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Remote Start This feature starts the heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on. B (Remote Start): This button is on the RKE transmitter. During remote start:


The climate control system will default to an appropriate heating or cooling mode. See Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1 for more information. If the vehicle has heated seats, and this feature has been enabled through vehicle personalization, the heated seats will turn on during colder outside temperatures. See “Remote Start Heated Seats” under Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑48 for

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