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The shift lever is not in P (Park). The light sensor determines it is daytime.

When the DRL are on, the taillamps, sidemarker, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not be on. The automatic headlamp system automatically switches from DRL to the headlamps depending on the darkness of the surroundings. To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp control to O and then release it. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must be in the P (Park) position, before the DRL can be turned off.

Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp switch is in AUTO, the automatic headlamp system turns on the headlamps, along with the taillamps, sidemarker lamps,

parking lamps, and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. To turn off the automatic headlamp system, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must be in the P (Park) position, before the automatic headlamp system can be turned off.

The vehicle has a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the system will come on whenever the ignition is on.

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The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp system so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and automatic headlamp system are only affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it takes approximately 30 seconds for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control

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is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5. Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. Move the exterior lamp control to P or ; to disable this feature.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change Signals

| (Hazard Warning Flashers): Press this button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the vehicle's turn signals will not work.

G (Turn Signals): An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. The turn signal automatically flashes three times and if the Tow/Haul Mode is active it flashes six times. Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second causes the turn signals to flash continually until the lever is released.

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Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on when any door is opened. They turn off after all the doors are closed. The instrument panel brightness knob extends when D is pressed. To manually turn on the dome lamps, press D then turn the knob clockwise to the farthest position. In this position, the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed. Dome Lamp Override The E DOME OFF button is above the instrument panel brightness knob.

The lever returns to its starting position when released. If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑37. Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for more than 1.2 km (0.75 mi), a chime sounds at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON also appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Lamp Messages on page 5‑33. To turn off the chime and message, move the turn signal lever to the off position.

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Instrument Panel Illumination Control The knob for this feature is to the left of the steering column.

D (Instrument Panel Lights): Push the knob to extend and then turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights and the radio display. This only works if the headlamps or parking lamps are on.

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Reading Lamps For vehicles with reading lamps, press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off. The vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations. The lamps cannot be adjusted.

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Entry/Exit Lighting The vehicle has an illuminated entry/exit feature. The dome lamps come on if the E DOME OFF button is in the extended position, when a door is opened, or the key is removed from the ignition.

Battery Load Management The vehicle may have Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. When the battery's state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up. When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging. If the vehicle

The dome lamp override sets the dome lamps to remain off or come on automatically when a door is opened. E DOME OFF: Press this button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened.

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has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage display on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads. A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on, such as: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs.

It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message might be displayed, such as SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM. If this messages displays, it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5‑30.

Battery Power Protection This feature shuts off the dome lamps if they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF. This helps to prevent the battery from running down.

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2 NOTES

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Introduction

Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-2
Overview (AM-FM Radio) . . . . . 7-2
Overview (Radio with CD) . . . . . 7-4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

Radio

AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Fixed Mast Antenna

(Multi-Band) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Fixed Mast

Antenna (Care) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Audio Players

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16

Phone

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

Introduction

Infotainment If the vehicle came without a radio, the wiring provisions for a radio and an antenna were installed at the assembly plant, so that if you want, a radio can be installed at the dealer. Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features.

{ WARNING

Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving.

This system provides access to many audio and non-audio listings.

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To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: . Become familiar with the

operation and controls of the audio system.

. Set up the tone, speaker

adjustments, and preset radio stations.

For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9‑3. Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any equipment. Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them. Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment. Notice: The chime signals related to safety belts, parking brake, and other functions of the vehicle operate through the radio/ entertainment system. If that equipment is replaced or

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additional equipment is added to the vehicle, the chimes may not work. Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with the vehicle before installing it. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑19 for more information.

Navigation/Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the navigation manual.

Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system. The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.

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1. 4 (Information)

7. P (Power/Volume)

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Press to turn the infotainment system on or off. Turn to adjust the volume.

8. H (Clock)

Press to set the clock.

9. EQ (Equalizer)

Press to adjust the equalizer settings.

10. x w (Fade/Balance)

Press to set the fade and balance.

Press to show information on the current station or track.

2. Buttons 1 - 6

Saves and selects favorite stations. 3. f (Tone/Tune)

Press to set the bass or treble. Turn to manually select radio stations.

4. BAND

Press to scroll through the available bands AM, FM, or XM if equipped.

5. © SEEK

Seeks the previous station.

6. ¨ SEEK

Seeks the next station.

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Overview (Radio with CD)

Overview (Radio with CD)

1. 4 (Information)

Press to show information on the current station or track.

2. FAV (Favorites Pages)

Press to scroll through the favorite pages.

3. MENU

Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance. 4. Buttons 1 - 6

Saves and selects favorite stations.

5. EQ (Equalizer)

Press to adjust the equalizer. 6. f (Tone/Tune)

Press to set the bass or treble. Turn to manually select radio stations.

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7. CAT (Category)

13. s REV (Reverse)

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Press to display a list of XM categories.

8. H (Clock)

Press to set the clock.

9. BAND

Press to scroll through the available bands AM, FM, or XM if equipped.

10. © SEEK

Seeks the previous station.

11. ¨ SEEK

Seeks the next station.

12. P (Power/Volume)

Press to turn the infotainment system on or off. Turn to adjust the volume.

Press and hold to go backward fast through a track.

14. \ FWD (Forward)

Press and hold to fast forward through a track.

15. CD/AUX

Press to scroll through selecting the CD or an auxiliary device.

16. Auxiliary Input Jack

Use to connect external audio devices.

17. Z EJECT

Press to eject the loaded CD.

Using the Radio O (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. 4 (Information): Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS station or MP3 song. A choice of additional information such as Channel, Song, Artist, and CAT (category) can display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired tab, or press the softkey under any one of the tabs and the information about that tab displays. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): Radios with CD have SCV that automatically adjust the radio volume to compensate for road and

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wind noise as the vehicle speed changes while driving, so that the volume level stays consistent. To activate SCV: 1. Set the radio volume to the

desired level.

2. Press the MENU button to

display the radio setup menu.

3. Press the softkey under the

AUTO VOLUM (automatic volume) tab on the radio display.

4. Press the softkey under the

desired SCV setting (OFF, Low, Med, or High) to select the level of radio volume compensation. The display times out after approximately 10 seconds. Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) To adjust the bass or treble: 1. Press the f knob until Bass or

Treble displays.

2. To adjust the setting, do one of

the following:

Turn the f knob. Press either ¨ SEEK, or © SEEK.

EQ (Equalization): Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for different types of music. Selecting MANUAL, or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings. Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) To adjust the balance or fade: 1. Press ` or press the f knob

until the speaker control tab displays.

2. To adjust the setting, do one of

the following:

Turn the f knob.

Press either ¨ SEEK, or © SEEK. Radio Messages Calibration Error: The audio system has been calibrated for the vehicle from the factory. If Calibration Error displays, it means that the radio has not been configured properly for the vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer for service. VIN or NO VIN: One of these messages will display when the TheftLock system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer.

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Radio

AM-FM Radio

Radio Data System (RDS) The radio may have an RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters display. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. Finding a Station BAND: Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, and XM. The selection displays.

f (Tune): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the station frequency. © SEEK or ¨ SEEK: Press © SEEK to go to the previous or ¨ SEEK to go to the next station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either button for two seconds until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. For AM-FM Radio and Radio with CD, the station frequency flashes while the radio is in the scan mode. Press either button again to stop scanning. The radio seeks and scans stations only with a strong signal that are in the selected band. For AM-FM Radio and Radio with CD, scan presets within the current selected band by pressing and holding either SEEK button for four seconds until a double beep sounds. The radio goes to a stored preset, plays for a few seconds if a

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strong signal is present, then goes to the next stored preset. The station frequency flashes while the radio is in the scan mode. Setting Preset Stations If the radio does not have a FAV button, up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered softkeys, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1,

FM2, or AM.

3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six

numbered softkeys for three seconds until a beep sounds. When that softkey is pressed and released, the station that was set, returns.

5. Repeat Steps 2–4 for each

softkey.

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If the vehicle has

Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, if the vehicle has this feature. See Defensive Driving on page 9‑3. FAV (Favorites): a FAV button, a maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM and FM stations. The balance/fade and tone settings that were previously adjusted, are stored with the favorite stations.

To store a station as a favorite: 1. Tune to the desired radio station. 2. Press the FAV button to display the page where the station is to be stored.

3. Press and hold one of the

six softkeys until a beep sounds. When that softkey is pressed and released, the station that was set, returns.

4. Repeat the steps for each

softkey radio station to be stored as a favorite.

The number of favorites pages can be set up using the MENU button. To set up the number of favorites pages: 1. Press the MENU button to

display the radio setup menu.

2. Press the softkey below the

FAV 1-6 tab.

3. Select the desired number of

favorites pages by pressing the softkey below the displayed page numbers.

4. Press the FAV button, or let the menu time out, to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency tabs and to begin the process of programming favorites for the chosen number of numbered pages.

Satellite Radio SiriusXM®, if equipped, is a satellite radio service based in the United States and Canada only. Finding a Category (CAT) Station CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to find XM stations (if equipped) while the radio is in the XM mode. Finding a Station BAND: Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, and XM. The selection displays.

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f (Tune): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the station frequency. © SEEK or ¨ SEEK: Press © SEEK to go to the previous or ¨ SEEK to go to the next station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either button for two seconds until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. The station frequency flashes while the radio is in the scan mode. Press either button again to stop scanning. The radio seeks and scans stations only with a strong signal that are in the selected band. To scan presets within the current selected band by pressing and holding either SEEK button for four seconds until a double beep sounds. The radio goes to a stored preset, plays for a few seconds if a strong signal is present, then goes

to the next stored preset. The station frequency flashes while the radio is in the scan mode. Setting Preset Stations If the radio does not have a FAV button, up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered softkeys, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1,

FM2, or AM.

3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six

numbered softkeys for three seconds until a beep sounds. When that softkey is pressed and released, the station that was set, returns.

5. Repeat Steps 2–4 for each

softkey.

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If the vehicle has

Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls, if the vehicle has this feature. See Defensive Driving on page 9‑3. FAV (Favorites): a FAV button, a maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six softkeys below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM and FM stations. The balance/fade and tone settings that were previously adjusted, are stored with the favorite stations.

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To store a station as a favorite: 1. Tune to the desired radio station. 2. Press the FAV button to display the page where the station is to be stored.

3. Press and hold one of the

six softkeys until a beep sounds. When that softkey is pressed and released, the station that was set, returns.

4. Repeat the steps for each

softkey radio station to be stored as a favorite.

The number of favorites pages can be set up using the MENU button. To set up the number of favorites pages: 1. Press the MENU button to

display the radio setup menu.

2. Press the softkey below the

FAV 1-6 tab.

3. Select the desired number of

favorites pages by pressing the softkey below the displayed page numbers.

4. Press the FAV button, or let the menu time out, to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency tabs and to begin the process of programming favorites for the chosen number of numbered pages.

Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio reception, most AM radio stations

boost the power levels during the day, and then reduce these levels during the night. Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio. FM Stereo FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals reach only about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.

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Fixed Mast Antenna (Multi-Band) The multi-band antenna is on the roof of the vehicle. The antenna is used for OnStar® and the SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Service System if the vehicle has these features. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception. Make sure there is sufficient clearance when entering garages or parking structures.

Fixed Mast Antenna (Care) The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged as long as it is securely attached to the base. If the mast becomes slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Make sure there is sufficient clearance when entering garages or parking structures. Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base. If tightening is required, tighten by hand.

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Audio Players

CD Player

Care of the CD Player Do not add any label to a CD. It could get caught in the CD. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. The use of CD lens cleaners is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD player mechanism. Notice: If a label is added to a CD, more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep

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the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris. If an error displays, see “CD Player Messages” later in this section. Care of CDs If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced due to CD-R or CD-RW quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R or CD-RW has been handled. Handle them carefully. Store CD-Rs or CD-RWs in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD does not play properly or not at all. Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.

If the surface of a CD is soiled, clean it with a soft, lint-free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with water. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge. Inserting a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing. Ejecting a CD Z EJECT: Press and release to eject the disc. Remove the CD when Remove Disc displays. If the disc is not removed, after several seconds the disc is automatically pulled back into the player. Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.

When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol displays on the left side of the radio display. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to cycle between CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The CD icon and a message showing the disc and/or track number will display when a CD is in the player. Press again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device; see Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑16. If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Input Device Found” displays. 4 (Information): Press to display additional text information related to the current song. If information is available, the song title information displays on the top line of the

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display and artist information displays on the bottom line. When information is not available, NO INFO displays. f (Tune): Turn to select tracks on the CD that is currently playing. © SEEK: Press to go to the start of the current track if more than 10 seconds on the CD have played. Press to go to the previous track if less than 10 seconds on the CD have played. Press and hold, or press multiple times, to continue moving backward through the tracks on the CD. ¨ SEEK: Press to go to the next track. Press and hold, or press multiple times, to continue moving forward through the tracks on the CD. s REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse playback quickly within a track.

\ FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold to advance playback quickly within a track. RDM (Random): For Radios with CD/MP3. Press to listen to tracks in random, rather than sequential order. To use random: 1. Press the softkey under the

RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays.

2. Press the softkey again to turn

off random play.

MP3-Supported Files Radios with CD/MP3 have the capability of playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW disc.

Format Radios that have the capability of playing MP3s can play .mp3 or .wma files that were recorded onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc. The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates: 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps,

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128 kbps, 160 kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, 256 kbps, and 320 kbps or a variable bit rate.

Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio can play discs that contain both uncompressed CD audio and MP3 files. If both formats are on the disc, the radio reads all MP3 files first, then the uncompressed CD audio files.

CD-R- or CD-RW-Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports: . Up to 50 folders. . Up to eight folders in depth. . Up to 50 playlists. . Up to 255 files. . Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl

extension. Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda file extension.

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Root Directory The root directory is treated as a folder. Files are stored in the root directory when the disc or storage device does not contain folders. Files accessed from the root directory of a CD display as F1 ROOT.

Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped, and the player advances to the next folder that contains files.

Order of Play Compressed audio files are accessed in the following order: . Playlists (Px).

Files stored in the root directory. Files stored in folders in the root directory.

Tracks are played in the following order: . Play begins from the first track in

the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in

each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has played, play continues from the first track of the first playlist.

. Play begins from the first track in

the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder. When the last track of the last folder has played, play continues from the first track of the first folder.

File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays the file name without the extension (such as .mp3) as the track name. Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened. The display does not show parts of words on the last page of text, and the extension of the file name is not displayed.

Preprogrammed Playlists CDs that have preprogrammed playlists created using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed; however, there is no playlist-editing capability using the radio. These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files. Playlists that have an .m3u or .pls file extension and are stored on a USB device may be supported by the radio with a USB port. Playlists can be changed by using the softkeys below the S c and c T tabs, the f knob, the © SEEK button, or the ¨ SEEK button. An MP3 CD-R or CD-RW that has been recorded without using file folders can be played. If a CD-R or CD-RW contains more than the maximum of 50 folders, 15 playlists, and 512 folders and files, the player allows access and navigates up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum are not accessible.

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Playing an MP3
4 (Information): Press to display additional text information related to the current song. If information is available, the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line. When information is not available, NO INFO displays. f (Tune): Turn to select MP3s on the CD currently playing. © SEEK: Press to go to the start of the track, if more than 10 seconds have played. Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving backward through tracks. ¨ SEEK: Press to go to the next track. Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving forward through tracks. s REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse playback quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays. Release s REV to resume playing.

\ FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold to advance playback quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced volume and the elapsed time of the file displays. Release \ FWD to resume playing. The elapsed time of the file displays. S c (Previous Folder): Press the softkey below the S c tab to go to the first track in the previous folder. c T (Next Folder): Press the softkey below the c T tab to go to the first track in the next folder. RDM (Random): For Radios with CD/MP3. Press to listen to tracks in random, rather than sequential order. To use random: 1. Press the softkey under the

RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays.

2. Press the softkey again to turn

off random play.

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h (Music Navigator): Press the softkey below the h tab to play the files in order by artist or album. The player scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information. It can take several minutes to scan the disc depending on the number of files on the disc. The radio may begin playing while it is scanning in the background. When the scan is finished, the disc begins playing files in order by artist. The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display. Once all songs by that artist are played, the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical order and begins playing files by that artist. To listen to files by another artist, press the softkey below either arrow tab. The disc goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order. Continue pressing either softkey below the arrow tab until the desired artist displays.

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To change from playback by artist to playback by album: 1. Press the softkey below the Sort

By tab.

2. Press one of the softkeys below

the Album tab from the sort screen.

3. Press the softkey below the

Back tab to return to the main music navigator screen.

The album name displays on the second line between the arrows, and songs from the current album begin to play. Once all songs from that album have played, the player moves to the next album in alphabetical order on the CD and begins playing MP3s from that album. To exit music navigator mode, press the softkey below the Back tab to return to normal MP3 playback.

CD Player Messages CHECK DISC: If this message displays and/or the CD ejects, it could be for one of the following reasons:

It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. The road is very rough. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. There was a problem while burning the CD. The label is caught in the CD player.

If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio

displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem.

Auxiliary Devices

Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Radios with an auxiliary input jack on the lower right side of the faceplate can connect to an external audio device such as an iPod®, MP3 player, or CD player, for use as another source for audio listening. This input jack is not an audio output; do not plug headphones into the front auxiliary input jack. Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving on page 9‑3 for more information on driver distraction. To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to the radio's front auxiliary input jack.

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player. If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Input Device Found” displays. Using the USB Port Radios with a USB port can control a USB storage device or an iPod® using the radio buttons and knobs. See “Playing an MP3” in CD Player on page 7‑11 for information about how to connect and control a USB storage device or an iPod.

USB Support

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The USB port is on the instrument panel and uses the USB 2.0
standard.

USB-Supported Devices . USB flash drive . Portable USB hard drive

Fifth generation or later iPod iPod nano® iPod touch® iPod classic®

Not all iPods and USB drives are compatible with the USB port. Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple® for proper operation. iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes® application. See www.apple.com/itunes. For help with identifying the iPod, go to www.apple.com/support.

When a device is connected, press the radio CD/AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers. For optimal sound quality, increase the portable audio device's volume to the loudest level. It is always best to power the portable audio device through its own battery while playing. O (Power/Volume): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. Additional volume adjustments might have to be made from the portable device if the volume is not loud or soft enough. BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device continues playing. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing. Press again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio

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Radios that have a USB port can play .mp3 and .wma files that are stored on a USB storage device as well as AAC files that are stored on an iPod.

USB-Supported File and Folder Structure The radio supports: . Up to 700 folders. . Up to eight folders in depth. . Up to 65,535 files.

Folder and file names up to 64 bytes. Files with an .mp3 or .wma file extension.

. AAC files stored on an iPod.

FAT16. FAT32.

Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod The USB port can be used to control an iPod or a USB storage device.

To connect a USB storage device, connect the device to the USB port on the instrument panel. To connect an iPod, connect one end of the USB cable that came with the iPod to the iPod’s dock connector and connect the other end to the USB port on the instrument panel. If the vehicle is on and the USB connection works, “OK to disconnect” and a GM logo may appear on the iPod, and iPod appears on the radio display. The iPod music appears on the radio display and begins playing. The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. When the vehicle is turned off, the iPod automatically powers off and will not charge or draw power from the vehicle's battery. If you have an older iPod model that is not supported, it can still be used by connecting it to the auxiliary input jack using a standard 3.5 mm

(1/8 in) stereo cable. See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” previously in this section. Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The radio can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs, and display song information on the radio display. f (Tune): Turn to select files. © SEEK: Press to go to the start of the track, if more than 10 seconds have played. Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving backward through tracks. ¨ SEEK: Press to go to the next track. Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving forward through tracks. s REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse playback quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced volume.

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Release s REV to resume playing. The elapsed time of the file displays. \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold to advance playback quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced volume. Release \ FWD to resume playing. The elapsed time of the file displays. 4 (Information): Press to display additional information about the selected track. Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod The five softkeys below the radio display are used to control the functions listed below. To use the softkeys: 1. Press the first or fifth softkey

below the radio display to display the functions listed below, or press the softkey below the function if it is currently displayed.

2. Press the softkey below the tab with the function on it to use that function.

j (Pause): Press the softkey below j to pause the track. The tab appears raised when pause is being used. Press the softkey below j again to resume playback. Back: Press the softkey below the Back tab to go back to the main display screen on an iPod, or the root directory on a USB storage device. c (Folder View): Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive. To browse and select files:

1. Press the softkey below c. 2. Turn f to scroll through the list

of folders.

3. Press f to select the desired

folder. If there is more then one folder, repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the desired folder is reached.

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4. Turn f to scroll through the files

in the selected folder.

5. Press f to select the desired file

to be played.

To skip through large lists, the five softkeys can be used to navigate in the following order:

First softkey, first item in the list. . Second softkey, 1% through the

list each time the softkey is pressed. Third softkey, 5% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. Fourth softkey, 10% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. Fifth softkey, end of the list.

h (Music Navigator): Press the softkey below h to view and select a file on an iPod, using the iPod's menu system. Files are sorted by: . Playlists

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. Artists . Albums . Genres . Songs . Composers To select files:

1. Press the softkey below h. 2. Turn f to scroll through the list

of menus.

3. Press f to select the

desired menu.

4. Turn f to scroll through the

folders or files in the selected menu.

5. Press f to select the desired file

to be played.

To skip through large lists, the five softkeys can be used to navigate in the following order:

First softkey, first item in the list.

. Second softkey, 1% through the

list each time the softkey is pressed. Third softkey, 5% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. Fourth softkey, 10% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. Fifth softkey, end of the list.

Repeat Functionality To use Repeat: Press the softkey below " or ' to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track. " (Repeat All): Press the softkey below " to repeat all tracks. The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used. This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected. ' (Repeat Track): Press the softkey below ' to repeat one track. The tab appears raised when Repeat Track is being used.

Shuffle Functionality To use Shuffle: Press the softkey below >, 2, C, or = to select between Shuffle Off, Shuffle All Songs/ Shuffle Songs, Shuffle Album, or Shuffle Folder. > (Shuffle Off): Press the softkey below 2 to turn shuffle off. This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected. 2 (Shuffle All Songs/Shuffle Songs): Press the softkey below = or C to shuffle all songs on the USB storage device or iPod. C (Shuffle Album): Press the softkey below > to shuffle all songs in the current album on an iPod. = (Shuffle Folder): Press the softkey below > to shuffle all songs in the current folder on a USB storage device.

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Phone

Bluetooth For vehicles equipped with Bluetooth capability, the system can interact with many cell phones, allowing: . Placement and receipt of calls in

a hands-free mode.

. Sharing of the cell phone’s

address book or contact list with the vehicle.

To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle parked: . Become familiar with the

features of the cell phone. Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries. If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts.

. Review the controls and

operation of the infotainment system.

. Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle.

The system may not work with all cell phones. See “Pairing” in this section for more information. If the cell phone has voice dialing capability, learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list. See “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section for more information.

. See “Storing and Deleting Phone

Numbers” in this section for more information.

{ WARNING

When using a cell phone, it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment (navigation) system. Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving.

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A Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a Hands-Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support all functions, and not all phones work with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth for more information on compatible phones. Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to interpret voice commands to dial phone numbers and name tags. For additional information, say “Help” while you are in a voice recognition menu. Noise: Keep interior noise levels to a minimum. The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise.

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When to Speak: A short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command. Wait until the tone and then speak. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice. Audio System When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, sound comes through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system. Use the audio system volume knob, during a call, to change the volume level. The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls. To prevent missed calls, a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low. Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons on the steering wheel to operate the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.

b / g (Push to Talk): Press to answer incoming calls, confirm system information, and start speech recognition. c / x (End): Press to end a call, reject a call, or cancel an operation. Pairing A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if equipped. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

Pairing Information . A Bluetooth phone with MP3
capability cannot be paired to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time. . Up to five cell phones can be

paired to the Bluetooth system.

The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving.

. Pairing only needs to be

completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system.

. Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time. If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system. To connect to a different paired phone, see “Connecting to a Different Phone” later in this section.

Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command

can be skipped.

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3. Say “Pair.” The system responds with instructions and a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5.

4. Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair. For help with this process, see the cell phone manufacturer's user guide.

5. Locate the device named “Your

Vehicle” in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3. After the PIN is successfully entered, the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone. This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle. The system responds with “ has been successfully paired” after the pairing process is complete.

6. Repeat Steps 1–5 to pair

additional phones.

Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it. If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle, the system responds with “is connected” after that phone name. 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “List.”

Deleting a Paired Phone If the phone name you want to delete is unknown, see “Listing All Paired and Connected Phones.” 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Delete.” The system asks

which phone to delete.

4. Say the name of the phone you

want to delete.

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Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in the order in which all the available cell phones were paired. Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to, you may have to use this command several times. 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Change phone.”

If another cell phone is found, the response will be “ is now connected.” If another cell phone is not found, the original phone remains connected.

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Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The system can store up to 30
phone numbers as name tags in the Hands-Free Directory that is shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems, if equipped. The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers. Store: This command will store a phone number, or a group of numbers as a name tag. Digit Store: This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time. Delete: This command is used to delete individual name tags. Delete All Name Tags: This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory, if equipped.

Using the “Store” Command 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds. 2. Say “Store.” 3. Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses, then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number.

Using the “Digit Store” Command If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say “Clear” at any time to clear the last number. To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say “Verify” at any time. 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Digit Store.” 3. Say each digit, one at a time,

that you want to store. After each digit is entered, the system

repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say “Store,” and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number.

Using the “Delete” Command 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds. 2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say the name tag you want to

delete.

Using the “Delete All Name Tags” Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Turn-by-Turn Destinations Directory, if equipped. To delete all name tags: 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Delete all name tags.”

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Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all stored numbers and name tags.

Using the “List” Command 1. Press and hold b / g for

two seconds.

2. Say “Directory.” 3. Say “Hands-Free Calling.” 4. Say “List.” Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands. Dial or Call: The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag.