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Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18In Brief
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Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
StabiliTrak® System . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-19
Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-20
Driving for Better FuelEconomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
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Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
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A. Exterior Lamp Controls on
G. Steering Wheel Controls on
page 6‑1. Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑4
(If Equipped). Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5.B. Air Vents on page 8‑6. C. Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer on page 6‑2. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑23. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑8.
D. E. Horn on page 5‑3. F. Driver Information Center (DIC)
on page 5‑23.
page 5‑2.
H. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
I.
J. K.
page 5‑3. Infotainment on page 7‑1. Satellite Radio on page 7‑13 (If Equipped). Infotainment Display Screen. Instrument Panel Storage on page 4‑1.
L. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System on page 6‑3. M. Passenger Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑28.
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P.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10‑38.
Q. Cruise Control on page 9‑35. R. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 5‑2.
S. Driver Airbag. See Where Are
T.
the Airbags? on page 3‑28. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 9‑16.
U. Driver Knee Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑28. V. Power Door Locks on page 2‑7. W. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6‑4.
N. Hood Release. See Hood on
X. Shift Lever. See Automatic
page 10‑4.
O. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out
of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13.
Transmission on page 9‑25 or Manual Transmission on page 9‑28.
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Y. Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 9‑32. StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑33.
Z. Climate Control Systems on
page 8‑1 (If Equipped). Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑3 (If Equipped). Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7
(If Equipped).AA. Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator on page 5‑12.
AB. Passenger Knee Airbag. See
Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑28.
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 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
RKE Transmitter with Remote
Start Shown
Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks. Press K to unlock the driver door or all doors. Press Q to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33.
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Press and hold V briefly to open the trunk. Press and hold 7 briefly to locate the vehicle. Press and hold 7 for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press 7 again to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with this feature, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the Remote Keyless Entry
transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press Q. 3.
Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash, or for about 2 seconds if the vehicle is not in view.
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, do one of the following: . 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 vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5.
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Door Locks To lock or unlock the vehicle from outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key. From inside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch. See Door Locks on page 2‑7. Power Door Locks
Safety Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.
See Safety Locks on page 2‑8.
Seat Adjustment
Manual Front Seats
The power door lock switch is on the instrument panel. K : Press to unlock the doors. Q : Press to lock the doors. See Power Door Locks on page 2‑7.
Press o { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The LED light (A) comes on when activated. The rear door power windows are also disabled. Press o { again to deactivate the lockout switch. If the LED light flashes, the feature may not be working properly.
To adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired
position and release the handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in place.
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Seat Height Adjuster
Seat Cushion Tilt Feature
Reclining Seatbacks
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If available, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat.
If available, move the lever up or down to raise or lower the front of the seat cushion. See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.
To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to
make sure it is locked.
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To return the seatback to an upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to
make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑5.
Power Driver Seat
Rear Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded. For detailed instructions, see Rear Seats on page 3‑8.
Heated Seats
To adjust a power driver seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.
On vehicles with heated front seats, the controls are on the center console. The engine must be running to operate the heated seats.
Press L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback.
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Press the control once for the highest setting. With each press of the control, 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 3‑7 for more information.
Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.
Safety Belts
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
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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.
Canada
The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and the 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.
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The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑12.
Mirror Adjustment
Exterior
2. Move the control to adjust the
mirror.
3. Turn the selector switch to
the O position to deselect the mirror.
See Power Mirrors on page 2‑12. If the vehicle has heated mirrors, see Heated Mirrors on page 2‑13.
Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door. 1. Turn the selector switch to
L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
Vehicles with a manual mirror adjustment have controls next to each mirror. See Manual Mirrors on page 2‑12.
Interior Adjust the inside rearview mirror by moving it up and down or side to side. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑13. The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature and indicator light come on each time the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑13.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps
Reading Lamps
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The reading lamps are located in the overhead console. # / $ : Press the button near each lamp to turn it on or off.
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. Push the lever (A) up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
The dome lamp controls are located in the headliner. ( : Press to turn the lamps off, even when a door is open. H : Press to turn the lamps on automatically when a door is opened. ' : Press to turn on the dome lamps.
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Instrument Panel Illumination Control
Exterior Lighting
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen. The thumbwheel is located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel. D (Instrument Panel Brightness): Turn the thumbwheel up or down and hold, to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen.
The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the outboard side of the steering column. O : Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again. AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps, and instrument panel lights.
; : Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps, and instrument panel lights. 5 : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps, and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. # : For vehicles with fog lamps, press to turn the lamps on or off. For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
on page 6‑2. Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑4.
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Windshield Wiper/Washer
With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. 2: Fast wipes. 1: Slow wipes.
3 : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
9 : Turns the windshield wipers off. 3 : Single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. 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. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3.
Climate Controls The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems.
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Vehicles Without Air Conditioning
A. Temperature Control B. Bi-level Air Mode C. Floor Air Mode D. Vent Air Mode E. Fan Control F. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
G. Rear Window Defogger H. Defog I. Defrost
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Vehicles With Air Conditioning
I. Defog J. Air Conditioning K. Defrost
Automatic Climate Control System
A. Temperature Control B. Bi-level Air Mode C. Floor Air Mode D. Vent Air Mode E. Fan Control F. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
G. Rear Window Defogger H. Recirculation
A. Temperature Control B. Rear Window Defogger C. AUTO (Automatic Operation) D. Defrost E. Fan Control
F. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
G. Power H. Recirculation I. MODE (Air Delivery Mode) J. AQS (Air Quality Sensor) K. Air Conditioning See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑3
(If Equipped).Transmission
Driver Shift Control (DSC) Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: 1. Move the shift lever from
D (Drive) to the left into the (+) or (−) manual position.
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2. Press the shift lever forward (+)
to upshift or rearward (−) to downshift. An M and the current gear will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Manual Mode on page 9‑27. Up‐Shift Light
If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it will have an up-shift light that indicates when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. See Manual Transmission on page 9‑28.
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) 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. MENU: Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu. g : Press to seek the previous station or track. l : Press to seek the next station or track. Buttons 1 to 6: Press to save and select favorite stations. INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track. For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑6.
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Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set. To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard. For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑11. Setting the Clock
Adjusting the Time 1. Press the CONFIG button and
select Time Settings.
2. Select Set Time. 3. Turn the MENU knob to adjust
the highlighted number.
4. Press the MENU knob to select
the next number.
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5. To save the time and return to the Time Settings menu, press the BACK button at any time or press the MENU knob after adjusting the minutes.
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button and
select Time Settings.
2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 3. Press the MENU knob to select
the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.
See Clock on page 5‑5.
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 Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. 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 7‑19.
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.
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$ / 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, 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 5‑2.
See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑22 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑24 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑28.
Steering Wheel Controls
For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. b / g : Press to interact with the available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system.
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Cruise Control
5 : Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. RES/+ : Move the thumbwheel up to resume a previously set speed or to accelerate. SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed or to make the vehicle decelerate.
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* : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control on page 9‑35.
Navigation System If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on 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 points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. See the navigation system manual for more information.
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.
A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear
the menu item when it is displayed.
B. w x: Use the thumbwheel to
scroll through the items in each menu.
C. MENU: Press to get to the
Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑23.
Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. There is one accessory power outlet located on the center floor console and one on the rear of the center floor console. These outlets are powered when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑20. See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.
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StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak, press and hold g until g and i illuminate and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages (Canada Base Level) on page 5‑26 or Vehicle Messages (Canada Uplevel and United States) on page 5‑27.
. Press g again to turn on both
systems.
For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑33.
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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 9‑11. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
To turn off traction control, press and release g located on the console. i illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages (Canada Base Level) on page 5‑26 or Vehicle Messages (Canada Uplevel and United States) on page 5‑27.
. Press and release g again to turn traction control back on.
For more information, see Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑32.
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During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑48.
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 temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑62 for complete operating information.
If the vehicle came with a jack and spare tire, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑60.
Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system press the SET button while the Oil Life display is active.
Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel, scroll until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC (oil can symbol with % sign for Canada). 2. Press the SET button to
reset the oil life at 100%. When prompted, use the thumbwheel to highlight YES or NO. Press the SET/CLEAR button to confirm.
Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12.
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Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
. Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
. Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
. When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
. Combine several trips into a
single trip.
. Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users: 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. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑6 for more information.In Brief
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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).
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OnStar®
For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live Advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built‐in sensors automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help.
How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar Advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation.
Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information, see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080; or push the Q button to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box.
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OnStar service is subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Glove Box Kit. OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times. OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar's service. Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle must have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate.
OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or you have not maintained it even if the vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in the vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond OnStar's control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle, damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑16 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/Mute buttons that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free calling. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2 for more information. On some vehicles, the Talk/Mute buttons can be used 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 Q and request a vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light appears), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Push Q to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active.
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Keys, Doors and Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Keys, Doors and Windows
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Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-10Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-13
Automatic Dimming RearviewMirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
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Keys and Locks
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.
The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks.
Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key blade. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key. See your dealer if a new 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, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑6.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. 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 will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3.
RKE Transmitter with Remote
Start Shown
The following may be available: Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking. See “Locking Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33.
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If the driver door is open when Q is pressed and Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is enabled through vehicle personalization, all doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. See “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2‑10. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors. See “Door Unlock Options” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking. See “Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33. Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2‑10.
V (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold briefly to open the trunk. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and hold briefly to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps. Press and hold 7 for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed again or the key is placed in the ignition and turned to ON/RUN. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press Q and then press and hold / to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5 for additional 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. Battery Replacement The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery: 1. Extend the key blade and open the battery cover on the back of the transmitter by prying with a finger.
2. Remove the used battery by
pushing on the battery and sliding it toward the key blade.
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3.
Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Push the battery down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
Remote Vehicle Start The vehicle may have this feature that allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. Vehicles with an automatic climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperature during a remote start. A vehicle without automatic climate control will default
to the last used heating or cooling mode. Once the key is turned to ON/RUN, the climate control system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was last set to. If the vehicle has heated seats, they may come on during a remote start. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7 for more information. Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3 for additional information.
Starting the Vehicle To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the Remote Keyless Entry
transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press Q. 3.
Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash, or for about 2 seconds if the vehicle is not in view. When the engine 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.
Insert the key and turn it to ON/RUN before driving.
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Extending Engine Run Time For a 10-minute extension, repeat Steps 1 through 3 while the engine is still running. The remote start can be extended once. When the remote start is extended, the second 10 minutes will start immediately. For example, if the engine has been running for five minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the engine will run for a total of 15 minutes. A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles.
After this, the vehicle's ignition switch must be turned to ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF using the key, before the remote start procedure can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . 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 vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if:
The key is in the ignition. The hood is not closed. The hazard warning flashers are on. The malfunction indicator lamp is on. The engine coolant temperature is too high. The oil pressure is low. Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote start with an extension, have already been used. The vehicle is not in P (Park).
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. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock a door from outside the vehicle, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. From inside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch. The doors can also be unlocked from the inside by pulling the door handle. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door.
Door Locks
{ WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
. Passengers, especially
children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
. Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
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Power Door Locks
The power door lock switch is on the instrument panel. Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors.
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Automatic Door Locks
Automatic Door Lock The doors are programmed to automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). The automatic door lock feature cannot be disabled. Automatic Door Unlock The doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into P (Park). See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33.
Safety Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.
Press o { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The LED light (A) comes on when activated. The rear door power windows are also disabled. Press o { again to deactivate the lockout switch. If the LED light flashes, the feature may not be working properly.
Doors
Trunk
{ WARNING
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open:
. Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument panel.
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. Adjust the Climate Control
system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control System in the Index.
. If the vehicle has a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.
For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑23.
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when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.
To open the trunk from outside the vehicle, press the V button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or by pressing the touchpad above the license plate when the doors are unlocked. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point
There is an emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the trunk lid. The release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seatback. See Rear Seats on page 3‑8. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside.
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Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has a theft alarm system. Arming the System To arm the system, use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter to lock the vehicle while exiting with the vehicle turned off. The alarm arms after about 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed. Press Q again and the system arms immediately. The security light, located in the center of the instrument panel, will flash slowly.
Disarming the System To disarm the system press K on the RKE transmitter. Turning off the System Alarm If there is an attempt to open the doors, trunk, or hood without first pressing K on the transmitter, the system alarm will be activated. The exterior lamps will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds. To turn off the system alarm press K on the RKE transmitter.
Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.
Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system. Only an authorized key starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged.
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If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on, try another ignition key. If the engine does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{ WARNING
A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.
The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again.
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Manual Mirrors
Power Mirrors
To adjust the mirror: 1. Turn the selector switch
to L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. 2. Move the control to adjust the
mirror.
3. Turn the selector switch to
the O position to deselect the mirror.
Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door.
Vehicles with a manual mirror adjustment have controls next to each mirror. Adjust the inside rearview mirror by moving it up and down or side to side. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
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Folding Mirrors
Interior Mirrors
Manual Foldaway Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
Heated Mirrors The vehicle may have heated mirrors. = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the outside rearview mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑3 for more information.
Manual Rearview Mirror Hold the mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view of behind your vehicle. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you. Push the tab at the bottom of the mirror forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have 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.
Vehicles with OnStar have three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information about the services OnStar provides. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.
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Windows
{ WARNING
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Power Windows
{ WARNING
Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys 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 and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows.
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof (if equipped).
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Express Window Operation Your vehicle may have windows with an express-up or down feature. This feature allows the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. Passenger side and rear windows only have express-down. Pull a window switch up or push it down all the way, release it, and the window goes down or up automatically. Stop the window by pushing or pulling the switch. Obstacle Detection Feature If equipped with express-up, and an object is in the path of the window when closing, the window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe cold and/ or ice may also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed.
If conditions prevent the window from closing and the window continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window with the ignition in ON/RUN by holding the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position. Release of the switch from the partially pulled up position will cause the window to stop. Release of the switch from the fully pulled up position will activate the express-up and related obstacle detection features. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery.
On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the doors. Push the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it. The switches work when the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑20.
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To program each front window, follow these steps: 1. With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, close all doors.
2. Press and hold the power
window switch until the window is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch up
until the window is fully closed. 4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed.
The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows.
Window Lockout
The rear window lockout switch is on the driver door. This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position.
Press o { to activate the rear window lockout switch. The LED light (A) comes on when activated. The rear door locks are also disabled. Press o { again to deactivate the lockout switch. If the LED light flashes, the feature may not be working properly. Overload Feature If the windows are operated repeatedly in short intervals, the window operation is disabled for a short time.
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Sun Visors
Roof
