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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1


Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Performance and Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Keys, Doors, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-26
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-44 Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Universal Remote System . . . . 5-47 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-37
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-46
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-60
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
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Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1


Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 10-90 Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1 OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91 Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-2 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
Special Application Vehicle Data Recording and
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15

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Introduction iii

This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners


may or may not be on your specific
vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens
options that you did not purchase, A French language manual can be
or due to changes subsequent to obtained from your dealer, at
the printing of this owner manual. www.helminc.com, or from:
Please refer to the purchase
The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
slogans, vehicle model names, and specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du
vehicle body designs appearing in the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
this manual including, but not limited For vehicles first sold in Canada, savant:
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name “General
the CHEVROLET Emblem, Helm, Incorporated
Motors of Canada Limited” for Attention: Customer Service
CAMARO, and the CAMARO Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it
Emblem are trademarks and/or 47911 Halyard Drive
appears in this manual. Plymouth, MI 48170
service marks of General Motors
LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Keep this manual in the vehicle for
or licensors. quick reference.

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iv Introduction

Using this Manual information relating to a specific


{ Caution component, control, message,
To quickly locate information about gauge, or indicator.
the vehicle, use the Index in the Text marked { Caution provides
back of the manual. It is an information that may indicate a
M : This symbol is shown when
alphabetical list of what is in the you need to see your owner manual
hazard that could result in injury for additional instructions or
manual and the page number where or death. It could also result in
it can be found. information.
possible damage to the vehicle.
* : This symbol is shown when
Danger, Warnings, and you need to see a service manual
Cautions for additional instructions or
information.
{ Danger Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
Text marked { Danger provides that may be found on the vehicle
information on risk of fatal injury. and what they mean. For more
Disregarding this information may A circle with a slash through it is a information on the symbol, refer to
endanger life. safety symbol which means “Do the Index.
Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let
this happen.” 9 : Airbag Readiness Light
# : Air Conditioning
{ Warning Symbols ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The vehicle has components and % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Text marked { Warning provides
labels that use symbols instead of or OnStar® (if equipped)
information on risk of accident or text. Symbols are shown along with
injury. Disregarding this the text describing the operation or $ : Brake System Warning Light
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I : Cruise Control 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam /: Remote Vehicle Start


B : Engine Coolant Temperature Changer >: Safety Belt Reminders
O : Exterior Lamps j: LATCH System Child 7: Tire Pressure Monitor
Restraints
# : Fog Lamps * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp d: Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
. : Fuel Gauge : : Oil Pressure M: Windshield Washer Fluid
+ : Fuses } : Power

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vi Introduction

2 NOTES

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In Brief Steering Wheel Rear Vision


Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-17
Instrument Panel Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-11 Universal Remote System . . . 1-17
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Initial Drive Information Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Traction Control/Electronic
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-15 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-19
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-19
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-15 Car Wash Guidelines . . . . . . . . 1-20
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-15 Driving for Better Fuel
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-7 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-7 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Roadside Assistance
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Driver Information Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-8 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

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1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents on page 8-3. 9. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out 17. Transmission Temperature
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and of View). See Malfunction Gauge (Except ZL1) on
Lane-Change Signals on Indicator Lamp on page 5-17. page 5-13.
page 6-4. 10. Exterior Lamp Controls on Voltmeter Gauge on page 5-13.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam page 6-1. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
Changer on page 6-2. Front Fog Lamps on page 6-4 on page 5-11.
Flash-to-Pass on page 6-2. (If Equipped). Engine Oil Pressure Gauge on
Driver Information Center (DIC) Instrument Panel Illumination page 5-10.
Buttons (If Equipped). See Control on page 6-5. 18. Traction Control/Electronic
Driver Information Center (DIC) 11. Cruise Control on page 9-44. Stability Control on page 9-37.
on page 5-25. 12. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Performance Traction
3. Tap Shift (If Equipped). See page 5-2. Management (PTM). See
Automatic Transmission on 13. Horn on page 5-3. Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-26. page 9-39 (ZL1 Model Only).
14. Steering Wheel Controls on
4. Instrument Cluster on page 5-7. page 5-2. 19. Shift Lever. See Automatic
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on Transmission on page 9-26 or
15. Head-Up Display (HUD) on Manual Transmission on
page 5-3. page 5-28 (If Equipped). page 9-32.
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic 16. Climate Control Systems on
Headlamp System on page 6-2. 20. Power Outlets on page 5-5.
page 8-1.
7. Infotainment on page 7-1. 21. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6-4.
8. Hood Release (Out of View).
See Hood on page 10-4.

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1-4 In Brief

Initial Drive The RKE transmitter can have one


of the two symbols for the remote
Information trunk release.
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 With Remote Start Shown


(RKE) System Press the key release button to
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) extend the key blade. The key can
transmitter may work up to 20 m be used for the ignition and all
(65 ft) away from the vehicle. locks.
If equipped with remote start, the
engine may be started from up to
60 m (197 ft) away outside the
vehicle.

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Press and hold 7 for at least When the engine starts, the parking
three seconds to sound the panic lamps will turn on and remain on as
alarm. long as the engine is running. The
doors will be locked and the climate
Press 7 again to cancel the panic control system may come on.
alarm. The engine will continue to run for
See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a
Keyless Entry (RKE) System 10-minute time extension. Remote
Operation on page 2-3. start can be extended only once.
Canceling a Remote Start
Remote Vehicle Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of
If equipped, this feature allows the the following:
Press K to unlock the driver door or engine to be started from outside
all doors. the vehicle. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
Press Q to lock all doors. vehicle and press and hold /
Starting the Vehicle
until the parking lamps turn off.
Lock and unlock feedback can be 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the
personalized. See Vehicle
. Turn on the hazard warning
vehicle.
Personalization on page 5-44. flashers.
2. Press and release Q. . Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Press and hold V or Y to open
the trunk. 3. Immediately after completing See Remote Vehicle Start on
Step 2, press and hold / for at page 2-5.
Press and release 7 to initiate least four seconds or until the
vehicle locator. turn signal lamps flash.

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Door Locks Trunk Release 3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
To lock or unlock a door: To open the trunk, press the trunk place.
. To lock the door from the inside, release button on the lower portion
See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
use the door lock knob on the of the driver door, or press V or
top of the door. Y on the Remote Keyless Entry Power Seats
(RKE) transmitter. See Trunk on
. To unlock the door from inside, page 2-9.
pull the handle once. Pulling the
handle again unlatches the door.
Seat Adjustment
. From the outside turn the key
clockwise or counterclockwise, Manual Seats
or press Q or K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
See Door Locks on page 2-7 or
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 2-3.
Power Door Locks
High Performance Seat Shown,
If equipped, there is a power door
Other Power Seats Similar
lock switch on the instrument panel
and on the front door panels. To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
To adjust the seat, if equipped:
Q: Press to lock the doors. . Move the seat forward or
1. Lift the handle under the seat to rearward by sliding the
K: Press to unlock the doors. unlock it. horizontal control forward or
See Power Door Locks on page 2-8. 2. Slide the seat and release the rearward.
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. Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the
Heated Seats Head Restraint
front of the horizontal control up Adjustment
or down. Do not drive until the head restraints
. Raise or lower the entire seat by for all occupants are installed and
moving the entire horizontal adjusted properly.
control up or down. To achieve a comfortable seating
See Power Seat Adjustment on position, change the seatback
page 3-3. recline angle as little as necessary
while keeping the seat and the head
To raise or recline the seatback, tilt restraint height in the proper
the vertical control forward or position.
rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks If available, press L or M to turn on
on page 3-4. the heated seat. A light indicates If equipped with high performance
this feature is on. seats, the front seat head restraints
To operate, the engine must be cannot be adjusted.
running. See Head Restraints on page 3-2
Press the button once for the and Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
highest setting. With each press of
the button, the heated seat will Head Restraint
change to the next lower setting, Adjustment
and then the off setting. Two lights
indicate the highest setting, and one Do not drive until the head restraints
light indicates the lowest. for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
See Heated Front Seats on
page 3-5. To achieve a comfortable seating
position, change the seatback
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1-8 In Brief

while keeping the seat and the head Safety Belts Passenger Sensing
restraint height in the proper
position.
System
If equipped with high performance
seats, the front seat head restraints
cannot be adjusted.
See Head Restraints on page 3-2
and Power Seat Adjustment on
page 3-3.
United States

Refer to the following sections for


important information on how to use
safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico
. Safety Belts on page 3-7. The passenger sensing system will
. How to Wear Safety Belts turn off the front outboard
Properly on page 3-9. passenger frontal airbag under
certain conditions. No other airbag
. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-9. is affected by the passenger
. Lower Anchors and Tethers for sensing system. See Passenger
Children (LATCH System) on Sensing System on page 3-22.
page 3-35.
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The passenger airbag status To adjust each mirror: On vehicles with an automatic
indicator lights are visible on the 1. Press the switch to select the dimming inside rearview mirror. The
overhead console when the vehicle driver or passenger side mirror. mirror reduces glare from the
is started. See Passenger Airbag headlamps of the vehicle behind
Status Indicator on page 5-15. 2. Press one of the four sides on you. The dimming feature comes on
the h (control pad) to adjust the and the indicator light illuminates
Mirror Adjustment mirror. each time the vehicle is started. See
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Exterior 3. Adjust each outside mirror so on page 2-15.
that a little of the vehicle and the
area behind it can be seen. Cleaning the Mirror
See Power Mirrors on page 2-14. Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
Interior dampened with water.
Adjust the inside rearview mirror for
a clear view of the area behind your
vehicle. To avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind, push the
tab forward for daytime and pull it
for nighttime use. See Manual
Rearview Mirror on page 2-15.
Coupe Shown, Convertible Similar

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Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting


Adjustment Dome Lamps

The exterior lamp control is on the


instrument panel, on the outboard
The dome lamp buttons are side of the steering wheel.
overhead near the rearview mirror.
There are four positions:
To change the settings, press the
To adjust the steering wheel: following: P : Briefly turn to this position to
1. Pull the lever down. turn the automatic light control off or
( : Turns the lamp off, even on again. When released, the
2. Move the steering wheel up when a door is open. control returns to the AUTO
or down. position.
H : Turns the lamp on
3. Pull or push the steering wheel automatically when a door is
closer or away from you. opened.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the ': Turns the lamp on.
steering wheel in place.
For more information on interior
Do not adjust the steering wheel lighting, see Instrument Panel
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AUTO: Automatically turns the Windshield Wiper/Washer


exterior lamps on and off,
depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps INT: Move the lever up to INT for
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights. The windshield wiper/washer lever intermittent wipes, then turn the x
is on the right side of the steering INT band up for more frequent
#: Press to turn the fog lamps on wipes or down for less frequent
or off. The fog lamps come on column. With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move wipes.
together with the parking lamps,
taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license the windshield wiper lever to select OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.
the wiper speed.
plate lamps, and instrument panel 8 : For a single wipe, briefly move
lights. HI: Use for fast wipes. the wiper lever down. For several
See: LO: Use for slow wipes. wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
. Exterior Lamp Controls on nL: Pull the windshield wiper
page 6-1. lever toward you to spray windshield
washer fluid and activate the wipers.
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
on page 6-2. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5-3.
. Front Fog Lamps on page 6-4.

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Climate Controls Transmission


The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Automatic Transmission
controlled with this system.
Tap Shift
Tap Shift allows the driver to
manually control the automatic
transmission. To use Tap Shift, the
shift lever must be in M (Manual
Mode) or D (Drive). Vehicles with
this feature have indicators on the
steering wheel. The controls are on
the back of the steering wheel. Tap
the left control to downshift, and the
right control to upshift. A Driver
Information Center (DIC) message
indicates the gear the vehicle is in.

1. Fan Control 5. Air Conditioning Electronic Range Select


(ERS) Mode
2. Heated Seats (If Equipped) 6. Defrost
Vehicles with axle code GW8 have
3. Temperature Control 7. Rear Window Defogger an ERS mode. ERS mode allows
4. Air Delivery Mode Controls 8. Recirculation you to choose the top-gear limit of
the transmission with fully automatic
See Climate Control Systems on gear selection. This can help control
page 8-1. the vehicle's speed while driving
downhill or towing a trailer. The
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instrument cluster. When using the Manual Transmission Vehicle Features


ERS mode a number will display
next to the M, indicating the current One to Four Shift Message
maximum gear allowed. (V8 Only) Radio(s)
To use this feature: VOL/ O : Press to turn the system
1. Move the shift lever to on and off. Turn to increase or
M (Manual Mode). decrease the volume.

2. Press the plus/minus buttons on RADIO/BAND: Press to choose


the back of the steering wheel, between FM, AM, or SiriusXM®,
to increase or decrease the gear if equipped.
range available. MENU/SELECT: Turn to select
See Manual Mode on page 9-29. radio stations.
SEEK 7 : Press to seek the
previous radio station or track.
SEEK 6 : Press to seek the next
When this message comes on, you
radio station or track.
can only shift from 1 (First) to
4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to Buttons 1−6: Press to save and
2 (Second). The message will be select favorite stations.
displayed in the Driver Information INFO: Press to show available
Center. See Manual Transmission information about the current station
on page 9-32. or track.
For more information about these
and other radio features, see
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Storing a Favorite Station 5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob SiriusXM Satellite Radio
to select the next value. Service
Stations from all bands can be
stored in the favorite lists in any 6. To save the time or date and SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
order. Up to six stations can be return to the Time and Date based in the 48 contiguous United
stored in each favorite page and the Settings menu, press the / States and 10 Canadian provinces.
number of available favorite pages BACK button at any time or SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
can be set. press the MENU/SELECT knob variety of programming and
To store the station to a position in after adjusting the minutes. commercial-free music, coast to
the list, press the corresponding coast, and in digital-quality sound.
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format A fee is required to receive the
numeric button 1−6 until the station
can be heard again. 1. Press the CONFIG button. SiriusXM service.
For more information, see “Storing 2. Select Time and Date Settings. Refer to:
and Retrieving Favorites” in AM-FM 3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. . www.siriusxm.com or call
Radio on page 7-7. 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
Setting the Clock to select the 12 hour or 24 hour . www.xmradio.ca or call
display format. 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
Adjusting the Time
For detailed instructions on setting See Satellite Radio on page 7-9.
The clock menu can only be used the clock, see Clock on page 5-4.
with the radio on while in ON/RUN
or ACC/ACCESSORY.
Satellite Radio
1. Press the CONFIG button.
Vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite
2. Select Time and Date Settings. radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM
3. Select Set Time. satellite radio subscription can
receive SiriusXM programming.
4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
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Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls _ SRC ^ : Press to select an audio
source.
This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm
(1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB Turn up or down to select the next
port in the center console bin. or previous favorite radio station,
External devices such as iPods®, CD, or MP3 track.
laptop computers, MP3 players, and
USB drives may be connected, + x −: Press + to increase the
depending on the audio system. volume; press − to decrease the
volume.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-15.
See Steering Wheel Controls on
® page 5-2.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth® system allows users Steering Wheel Controls
with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone to make and receive The infotainment system can be
Some audio steering wheel controls
hands-free calls using the vehicle operated by using the steering
can be adjusted at the steering
audio system and controls. wheel controls. See "Steering
wheel.
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile b / g : Press to interact with the manual.
phone must be paired with the available Bluetooth or OnStar
in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it systems.
can be used in the vehicle. Not all
phones will support all functions. $ / i : Press to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again
See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) to turn the sound on. For vehicles
on page 7-25 or Bluetooth with OnStar or Bluetooth systems,
(Infotainment Controls) on press to reject an incoming call,
page 7-22 or Bluetooth (Overview) or end a current call.
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Cruise Control upwards to accelerate. If cruise


control is already active, use to
increase vehicle speed.
SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down
briefly to set the speed and activate
cruise control. If cruise control is
already active, use to decrease 1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press
speed. and hold to clear, the menu item
displayed.
See Cruise Control on page 9-44.
2. w / x : Use the band to scroll
Infotainment System through the items in each menu.
See the infotainment manual for 3. MENU: Press to display the DIC
information on the radio, audio menus. This button is also used
players, phone, navigation system, to return to or exit the last
1 : Turns the cruise control system and voice or speech recognition. screen displayed on the DIC.
on and off. A white indicator light There is also information on settings See Driver Information Center (DIC)
comes on in the instrument cluster and downloadable applications (if on page 5-25.
when cruise control is on. equipped).
*: Press to disengage cruise
Driver Information Rear Vision
control without erasing the set Camera (RVC)
speed from memory. Center (DIC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view of
RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up The DIC display is in the center of the area behind the vehicle, on the
briefly to make the vehicle resume the instrument cluster. It shows the infotainment system display, when
to a previously set speed or hold status of many vehicle systems. The the vehicle is shifted into
controls for the DIC are on the turn R (Reverse).
signal lever. InformationProvidedby:
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See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on They can be used to plug in Read the instructions completely
page 9-47. electrical equipment, such as a cell before attempting to program the
phone or an MP3 player. Universal Remote system. Because
Ultrasonic Parking Assist The accessory power outlets do not of the steps involved, it may be
work when the key is removed from helpful to have another person
If equipped, this system uses available to assist you with
sensors on the rear bumper to the ignition and the driver door is
opened. This helps to preserve the programming the Universal Remote
assist with parking and avoiding system.
objects while in R (Reverse). battery life of the vehicle.
It operates at speeds less than See Power Outlets on page 5-5. See Universal Remote System on
8 km/h (5 mph). Ultrasonic Rear page 5-47.
Parking Assist (URPA) uses audible Universal Remote System
beeps to provide distance and Sunroof
system information. The ignition must be in ON/RUN,
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained
rear bumper clean to ensure proper Accessory Power (RAP) to operate
operation. the sunroof. See Retained
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 9-46. page 9-21.
This system provides a way to On vehicles with a sunroof, the
Power Outlets replace up to three remote control switch is on the overhead console.
The vehicle has two accessory transmitters used to activate
power outlets; one is below the devices such as garage door
climate control system and the other openers, security systems, and
is inside the center console storage. home automation devices.

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Convertible Performance and


If equipped, the convertible top can Maintenance
be lowered and stowed under the
tonneau cover behind the rear seat.
For step-by-step instructions, see
Traction Control/
Convertible Top on page 2-19. Electronic Stability
Control
The traction control system limits
wheel spin. The system turns on
automatically every time the vehicle
is started.
StabiliTrak assists with directional
Open/Close: Press and hold the
control of the vehicle in difficult
rear or front of the switch to open or driving conditions. The system turns
close the sunroof.
on automatically every time the
Express-open: Press and release vehicle is started.
the rear of the switch two times to . To turn off traction control, press
express-open the sunroof.
and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
Vent: Press and release the rear of button g on the console in front
the switch to vent the sunroof.
of the shift lever. i illuminates.
. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
again to turn traction control
back on.

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. To turn off both traction control pressure shown on the Tire and The oil life system should be reset
and electronic stability control, Loading Information label. See to 100% only following an oil
press and hold the TCS/ Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-12. change.
StabiliTrak button g on the The warning light will remain on until
the tire pressure is corrected. Resetting the Oil Life System
console in front of the shift lever.
i and g illuminate. The low tire pressure warning light 1. Display the REMAINING OIL
may come on in cool weather when LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
the vehicle is first started, and then Information Center (DIC) on
again to turn on both systems.
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This page 5-25.
See Traction Control/Electronic
may be an early indicator that the 2. Press and hold the SET/CLR
Stability Control on page 9-37.
tire pressures are getting low and button on the DIC while the Oil
the tires need to be inflated to the Life display is active. The oil life
Tire Pressure Monitor proper pressure. will change to 100%.
This vehicle may have a Tire The TPMS does not replace normal The oil life system can also be reset
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). monthly tire maintenance. Maintain as follows:
the correct tire pressures. 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with
See Tire Pressure Monitor System the engine off.
on page 10-58. 2. Fully press and release the
accelerator pedal three times
Engine Oil Life System within five seconds.
The engine oil life system calculates See Engine Oil Life System on
The low tire pressure warning light engine oil life based on vehicle use page 10-15.
alerts to a significant loss in and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
pressure of one of the vehicle's OIL SOON message when it is time
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. Avoid idling the engine for long
Car Wash Guidelines periods of time.
Roadside Assistance
Program
{ Caution . When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
Some automatic car washes can cruise control. TTY Users (U.S. Only):
cause damage to the vehicle, . Always follow posted speed 1-888-889-2438
wheels, or convertible top, limits or drive more slowly when Canada: 1-800-268-6800
if equipped. Automatic car conditions require.
washes are not recommended, New Chevrolet owners are
. Keep vehicle tires properly automatically enrolled in the
due to lack of clearance for the inflated.
undercarriage and/or wide rear Roadside Assistance Program.
tires and wheels. See "Washing
. Combine several trips into a See Roadside Assistance Program
the Vehicle" under Exterior Care single trip. on page 13-5.
on page 10-91 . Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number OnStar®
molded into the tire's sidewall
Driving for Better Fuel near the size.
If equipped, this vehicle has a
comprehensive, in-vehicle system
Economy . Follow recommended scheduled that can connect to a live Advisor
Driving habits can affect fuel maintenance. for Emergency, Security, Navigation,
mileage. Here are some driving tips Connection, and Diagnostic
to get the best fuel economy Services. See OnStar Overview on
possible. page 14-1.
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
. Brake gradually and avoid
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Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors


Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Keys and Locks
Windows Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-14
2-14 Keys
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-14
Keys and Locks Interior Mirrors
{ Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-15
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-15 the ignition key is dangerous for
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Automatic Dimming Rearview
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) many reasons. Children or others
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 could be badly injured or even
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Windows killed. They could operate the
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 power windows or other controls
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 or even make the vehicle move.
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 The windows will function with the
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-9 keys in the ignition and children
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Roof could be seriously injured or killed
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 if caught in the path of a closing
Doors Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 window. Do not leave the keys in
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
a vehicle with children.
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-13

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With an active OnStar subscription,


an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
Overview on page 14-1.

Remote Keyless Entry


(RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement on
page 13-15.
If there is a decrease in the RKE
operating range:
The key that is part of the Remote Press the key release button on the . Check the distance. The
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can RKE transmitter to extend the key transmitter may be too far from
be used for the ignition and all blade. Press the button and the key the vehicle.
locks. blade to retract the key. . Check the location. Other
If it becomes difficult to turn the key, If it becomes difficult to turn the vehicles or objects may be
inspect the key blade for debris. ignition key, inspect the key blade blocking the signal.
Periodically clean with a brush for debris. Periodically clean with a
or pick. brush or pick.
. Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later
See your dealer if a new key is in this section.
needed. . If the transmitter is still not
If locked out of the vehicle, see working correctly, see your
Roadside Assistance Program on dealer or a qualified technician
page 13-5. for service.
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Remote Keyless Entry The turn signal indicators may flash


and/or the horn may sound to
(RKE) System Operation indicate locking. See “Locking
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Feedback” under Vehicle
transmitter may work up to 20 m Personalization on page 5-44.
(65 ft) away from the vehicle. If the passenger door is open when
If equipped with Remote Start, the Q is pressed, all doors lock.
engine may be started from up to
60 m (197 ft) away outside the If the driver door is open when Q is
vehicle. pressed, all doors lock except the
Other conditions can affect the driver door, if enabled through
performance of the transmitter. See vehicle personalization.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Pressing Q may also arm the
System on page 2-2. theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle
The RKE transmitter can have one Alarm System on page 2-11.
of the two symbols for the remote K (Unlock): Press to unlock the
trunk release. driver door or all doors. See “Door
Unlock Options” under Vehicle
Personalization on page 5-44.
The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound to
indicate unlocking. See “Unlock
Feedback (Lights)” under Vehicle
With Remote Start Shown Personalization on page 5-44.
Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors.
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Pressing K will disarm the The buttons on the keys are 3. Insert the new key to be
theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle disabled when there is a key in the programmed and turn it to the
Alarm System on page 2-11. ignition. ON/RUN position within
five seconds.
V or Y (Remote Trunk Programming Transmitters to
Release): Press and hold to open the Vehicle The security light will turn off
the trunk. once the key has been
Only RKE transmitters programmed programmed.
7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic to this vehicle will work. If a
Alarm): Press and release to transmitter is lost or stolen, a 4. Repeat Steps 1–3 if additional
initiate vehicle locator. The exterior replacement can be purchased and keys are to be programmed.
lamps flash and the horn chirps programmed through your dealer. If a key is lost or damaged, see your
three times. When the replacement transmitter is dealer to have a new key made.
programmed to this vehicle, all
Press and hold 7 for at least remaining transmitters must also be Programming without a
three seconds to sound the panic reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen Recognized Transmitter
alarm. The horn sounds and the transmitters will no longer work Program a new key to the vehicle
turn signals flash until 7 is pressed once the new transmitter is when a recognized key is not
again or the key is placed in the programmed. available. Canadian regulations
ignition and turned to ON/RUN. require that owners see their dealer.
Programming with a Recognized
/ (Remote Vehicle Start): Transmitter If there are no currently recognized
If equipped, press and release Q To program a new key:
keys available, follow this procedure
and then immediately press and to program the first key.
1. Insert the original, already
hold/ for at least four seconds to This procedure will take
programmed key in the ignition
start the engine from outside the approximately 30 minutes to
and turn to the key to the ON/
vehicle using the RKE transmitter. complete for the first key. The
RUN position.
See Remote Vehicle Start on
page 2-5. 2. Turn the key
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vehicle must be off and all of the Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start
keys you wish to program must be
If equipped, this feature allows the
with you. { Caution engine to be started from outside
1. Insert the new vehicle key into the vehicle.
the ignition. When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on / (Remote Vehicle Start): This
2. Turn to ON/RUN. The security the transmitter. Static from your button will be on the RKE
light will come on. transmitter if equipped with remote
body could damage the
3. Wait 10 minutes until the transmitter. start.
security light turns off. The climate control system will use
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. The battery is not rechargeable. To the previous settings during a
replace the battery: remote start. The rear defog may
5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more come on during remote start based
times. After the third time, turn to 1. Extend the key blade and open on cold ambient conditions. The
ON/RUN; the key is learned and the battery cover on the back of rear fog indicator light does not
all previously known keys will no the transmitter by prying it with a come on during remote start. If the
longer work with the vehicle. finger. vehicle has heated seats, they may
Remaining keys can be learned by 2. Remove the used battery by come on during a remote start.
following the procedure in pushing on the battery and Laws in some local communities
“Programming with a Recognized sliding it toward the key blade. may restrict the use of remote
Transmitter.” starters. For example, some laws
3. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing up. Push the battery may require a person using remote
down until it is held in place. start to have the vehicle in view.
Replace with a CR2032 or Check local regulations for any
equivalent battery. requirements.
4. Snap the battery cover back on
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Other conditions can affect the 3. Immediately after completing Steps 1–3 are repeated while the
performance of the transmitter. See Step 2, press and hold / for at engine is still running. This provides
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) least four seconds or until the a total of 20 minutes.
System on page 2-2. turn signal lamps flash. The turn The remote start can only be
Starting the Engine Using Remote signal lamps flashing confirms extended once.
Start the request to remote start the
vehicle has been received. When the remote start is extended,
To start the engine using the remote the second 10-minute period is
start feature: When the engine starts, the added on to the first 10 minutes for
parking lamps will turn on and a total of 20 minutes.
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the remain on as long as the engine
vehicle. is running. The vehicle's doors A maximum of two remote starts,
will be locked and the climate or a remote start with an extension,
2. Press and release Q. are allowed between ignition cycles.
control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run The vehicle's ignition must be
for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps changed to ON/RUN/START and
for a 10-minute time extension. then back to OFF before the remote
Remote start can be extended start procedure can be used again.
only once. Canceling a Remote Start
Insert the key and turn it to ON/RUN To cancel a remote start, do one of
before driving. the following:
Extending Engine Run Time . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
The engine run time can also be vehicle and press and hold /
extended by another 10 minutes, until the parking lamps turn off.
if during the first 10 minutes . Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
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. Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Door Locks Warning (Continued)
Conditions in Which Remote Start
Will Not Work { Warning . Outsiders can easily enter
The remote start will not operate if: through an unlocked door
Unlocked doors can be when slowing or stopping the
. The key is in the ignition. dangerous. vehicle. Lock the doors to
. The hood is not closed. . Passengers, especially help prevent this from
children, can easily open the happening.
. The hazard warning flashers
are on. doors and fall out of a moving
vehicle. The chance of being Manual Door Locks
. There is an emission control thrown out of the vehicle in a
system malfunction. crash is increased if the Lock the doors from inside the
. The engine coolant temperature doors are not locked. So, all vehicle by pressing down on the
is too high. passengers should wear door lock knob on the top of
safety belts properly and the the door.
. The oil pressure is low.
doors should be locked The doors can also be unlocked
. Two remote vehicle starts, or a whenever the vehicle is from the inside by pulling the door
single remote start with an driven. handle. Pulling the door handle
extension, have already . again unlatches the door.
been used. Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be Only the driver door has a key
. The vehicle is not in P (Park). unable to get out. A child can cylinder. Unlock the door from the
be overcome by extreme heat outside by turning the key
and can suffer permanent counterclockwise.
injuries or even death from
Lock all doors from the outside by
heat stroke. Always lock the
turning the key clockwise.
vehicle whenever leaving it.
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The door lock cylinder turns freely K (Unlock): Press to unlock the
when either the wrong key is used, doors.
or the correct key is not fully
inserted. The free turning door lock To program the power door locks,
feature prevents the lock from being see Vehicle Personalization on
forced open. page 5-44.
To reset the lock, turn it to the Delayed Locking
vertical position with the correct key
fully inserted. Remove the key and This feature delays the locking of
insert it again. the doors until five seconds after all
doors are closed.
If this does not reset the lock, turn
the key half-way around in the
Instrument Panel When Q is pressed on the power
cylinder and repeat the reset door lock switch while the door is
procedure. open, a chime will sound three
times indicating delayed locking is
Power Door Locks active.
There is a power door lock switch The doors will lock automatically
on the instrument panel and on the five seconds after all doors are
front door panels. closed. If a door is reopened before
that time, the five-second timer will
reset when all doors are closed
again.
Press Q on the door lock switch or
press Q on the RKE transmitter to
Front Door Panels lock doors immediately.
Q (Lock): Press
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This feature can also be Automatic door unlocking can be Doors


programmed. See Vehicle programmed through the Driver
Personalization on page 5-44. Information Center (DIC). See
Vehicle Personalization on Trunk
Automatic Door Locks page 5-44.
When the doors are closed, the
{ Warning
ignition is on, and the shift lever is
Lockout Protection
Exhaust gases can enter the
moved out of P (Park) for automatic If the vehicle is off, and Unlocked vehicle if it is driven with the
transmissions, or the vehicle speed Door Anti Lockout is turned on, the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with
is above 13 km/h (8 mph) for driver door is open, and door any objects that pass through the
manual transmissions, the doors locking is requested using a door seal between the body and the
will lock. lock switch or the RKE transmitter, trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
To unlock the doors: all the doors will lock and only the
exhaust contains carbon
driver door will unlock. The
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
. Press K on a power door lock Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature
can be turned on or off using the seen or smelled. It can cause
switch.
vehicle personalization menus. See unconsciousness and even death.
. If equipped with an automatic Vehicle Personalization on If the vehicle must be driven with
transmission, shift the page 5-44.
transmission into P (Park). the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open:
. If equipped with a manual
. Close all of the windows.
transmission, remove the key . Fully open the air outlets on
from the ignition when parked. or under the instrument
panel.
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For automatic transmissions, the Emergency Trunk Release


Warning (Continued) vehicle must be in P (Park). For Lock (Convertible Only)
manual transmissions, the vehicle
. Adjust the climate control must be off, or stationary with the
system to a setting that parking brake set.
brings in only outside air and
set the fan speed to the
highest setting. See “Climate
Control Systems” 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 9-25. If the trunk lid cannot be opened
using the RKE transmitter or the
Trunk Release trunk release button:
From inside the vehicle, press V 1. Locate the manual release
To open the trunk from outside of on the lower portion of the beside the rear seatback
the vehicle, press V or Y on the driver door. cushion on the driver side.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. 2. Pull the cushion to the side, then
fully insert the key into the lock
cylinder.
3. Firmly turn the key clockwise to
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4. Remove the key. Vehicle Security


Emergency Trunk Release This vehicle has theft-deterrent
Handle features; however, they do not make
the vehicle impossible to steal.
{ Caution
Vehicle Alarm System
Do not use the emergency trunk
release handle as a tie-down or This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
anchor point when securing items system.
in the trunk as it could damage
the handle.
There is an emergency trunk
release handle inside the trunk on
the liner, near the trunk latch. On
some vehicles, the release handle
can be accessed by folding the rear
seatback down. See Rear Seats on
page 3-6.
Pull the release handle to open the
trunk from the inside.
Return the release handle to its
original position for proper The security light, on the instrument
operation. panel near the windshield, indicates
the status of the system:
Off: Alarm system is disarmed.
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On Solid: Vehicle is secured The vehicle alarm system will not Disarming the System
during the delay to arm the system. arm if the doors are locked with
To disarm the system, or turn off the
Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. the key.
alarm if it has been activated, do
A door, the hood, or the trunk If the driver door is opened without one of the following:
is open. first unlocking with the RKE
transmitter, the horn will chirp and
. Press K on the RKE transmitter.
Slow Flash: Alarm system is
armed. the lights will flash to indicate a . Start the vehicle.
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
Arming the Alarm System started, or the door is not unlocked To avoid setting off the alarm by
by pressing K on the RKE accident:
1. Turn off the vehicle.
transmitter during the 10-second . Lock the vehicle with the RKE
2. Lock the vehicle with one of the pre-alarm, the alarm will be transmitter after all occupants
following: activated. have left the vehicle and all
. Use the RKE transmitter. doors are closed.
The alarm will also be activated if
. With a door open, press Q the passenger door, the trunk, or the . Always unlock the vehicle with
on the interior of the door. hood is opened without first the RKE transmitter. Unlocking
disarming the system. When the the driver door with the key will
3. After 30 seconds the alarm alarm is activated, the turn signals not disarm the alarm.
system will arm, and the flash and the horn sounds for about Unlocking the driver door with
indicator light will begin to slowly 30 seconds. The alarm system will
flash indicating the alarm system the key will not disarm the
then re-arm to monitor for the next system or turn off the alarm.
is operating. Pressing Q on the unauthorized event.
RKE transmitter a second time
will bypass the 30-second delay
and immediately arm the alarm
system.
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How to Detect a Tamper The system is automatically If the engine does not start and the
Condition disarmed when the vehicle is immobilizer light stays on, there is a
started with the correct key. The key problem with the system. Turn the
If K is pressed on the RKE uses a transponder that matches an ignition off and try again.
transmitter and the horn chirps three immobilizer control unit in the If the engine still does not start, and
times, a previous alarm occurred vehicle and automatically disarms the key appears to be undamaged
while the system was armed. the system. Only the correct key or the light continues to stay on, try
If the alarm has been activated, a starts the vehicle. The vehicle may another ignition key.
message will appear on the DIC. not start if the key is damaged.
If the engine still does not start with
See Security Messages on
the other key, the vehicle needs
page 5-41 for more information.
service. If the vehicle does start, the
first key may be damaged. See your
Immobilizer dealer who can service the
See Radio Frequency Statement on theft-deterrent system and have a
page 13-15. new key made.
The immobilizer light in the Do not leave the key or device that
Immobilizer Operation instrument cluster comes on if there disarms or deactivates the
This vehicle has a passive is a problem with arming or theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.
theft-deterrent system. disarming the theft-deterrent
system. See Immobilizer Light on
The system does not have to be page 5-24.
manually armed or disarmed.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
The vehicle is automatically immobilizer light comes on briefly
immobilized when the key is when the ignition is turned on.
removed from the ignition.

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Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Turn Signal Indicator


If equipped, an arrow on the mirror
Convex Mirrors flashes in the direction of the turn or
lane change.
{ Warning Heated Mirrors
A convex mirror can make things, For vehicles with heated mirrors:
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you 1 (Rear Window Defogger):
Press to heat the mirrors.
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the See “Rear Window Defogger” under
right. Check the inside mirror or Climate Control Systems on
glance over your shoulder before page 8-1.
changing lanes. Coupe Shown, Convertible Similar
The power mirror controls are on the Automatic Dimming
The passenger side mirror is convex driver door armrest. Mirror
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is To adjust each mirror: If the vehicle is equipped with an
curved so more can be seen from automatic dimming outside mirror on
the driver seat. 1. Press the switch to select the
driver or passenger side mirror. the driver side, the mirror will adjust
for the glare of headlamps
2. Press one of the four sides on behind you.
the h (control pad) to adjust the
mirror.
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Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Windows


If equipped with a manual rearview
Interior Rearview Mirrors mirror, push the tab forward for { Warning
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear daytime use and pull it for nighttime
use to avoid glare from the Never leave a child, a helpless
view of the area behind your
headlamps from behind. adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
vehicle.
especially with the windows
If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle Automatic Dimming closed in warm or hot weather.
may have three control buttons at They can be overcome by the
the bottom of the mirror. See your Rearview Mirror
extreme heat and suffer
dealer for more information about If equipped, automatic dimming permanent injuries or even death
OnStar and how to subscribe to it. reduces the glare of headlamps from heat stroke.
See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. from behind. The dimming feature
Do not spray glass cleaner directly comes on when the vehicle is
on the mirror. Use a soft towel started.
dampened with water.

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Power Windows the front of the switch down to open the top of the window inward while
the window. Pull the switch up to closing the door so the top of the
close it. window goes under the roof seal.
{ Warning The switches work when the ignition Express Window Operation
Children could be seriously is in ON/RUN or ACC/
injured or killed if caught in the ACCESSORY, or in Retained Coupe and Convertible Top
path of a closing window. Never Accessory Power (RAP). See The window switches have an
leave keys in a vehicle with Retained Accessory Power (RAP) express-up and down feature that
children. See Keys on page 2-1. on page 9-21. raises or lowers the window without
Window Indexing holding the switch. Pull the switch
up or press it down all the way and
This automatically lowers the release it. Stop the window by
window a small amount when the operating the switch in the same
door is opened. When the door is direction.
closed, the window will raise fully.
Convertible Top Only
If the vehicle loses power, you may
need to reprogram the windows. To express-up a front window, the
Follow the procedure under same side rear window must be
"Programming the Power Windows" closed.
later in this section. If a message To close all the windows, pull all
about the windows appears in the window switches up fully and
Driver Information Center (DIC), see release within four seconds. This
Coupe Shown, Convertible Similar Window Messages on page 5-43. will result in the windows closing
If the window freezes to the door, automatically.
The power window switches on the
this feature may not work. To close
driver door control all windows. The
a door with a frozen window, push
window switch on the passenger
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Express Window Anti-Pinch To program each front window:


Feature Warning (Continued)
1. With the ignition in ON/RUN,
When express-up is active, the express override, make sure that close all doors.
window will auto-reverse if there is all people and obstructions are 2. With the window partially open,
an obstruction or severe icing. The clear of the window path. pull the power window switch up
window returns to normal operation until the window is fully closed.
after the obstruction or condition is
removed. In an emergency, the anti-pinch 3. Repeat Step 2 on all remaining
feature can be overridden in a windows.
If conditions prevent a window from supervised mode. Hold the window
closing and it continues to The windows are now
switch all the way up to the second
auto-reverse, the window can be reprogrammed.
position. The window will rise for as
closed by having the ignition in ON/ long as the switch is held. Once the
RUN and holding the window switch switch is released, the express Sun Visors
up until the window is closed. mode is re-activated. Pull the sun visor down to block
Express Window Anti-Pinch In this mode, the window can still glare. Detach the sun visor from the
Override close on an object in its path. Use center mount to pivot it to the side,
care when using the override mode. if available.

{ Warning Programming the Power


Windows
If express override is activated,
the window will not reverse If the battery on the vehicle has
automatically. You or others could been recharged or disconnected,
be injured and the window could or is not working, you may need to
be damaged. Before you use reprogram the windows for the
express-up feature to work. Before
(Continued) reprogramming, replace or recharge
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Roof Vent: Press and release the rear of


the switch to vent the sunroof.
If the sunshade is closed, it opens
automatically when the sunroof
opens past the vented position.
Sunroof The sunroof only operates when the
ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/
If equipped, the sunroof switch is on ACCESSORY, or if Retained { Caution
the overhead console. Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
See Retained Accessory Power Forcing the sunshade forward of
(RAP) on page 9-21. the sliding glass panel may cause
damage and the sunroof may not
Express Sunroof Operation operate properly. Always close
The sunroof can be opened without the glass panel before closing the
holding the switch down. Push the sunshade.
switch in the open direction until the
second pause. The sunroof will To close the sunroof, press the front
fully open. of the switch and hold it until the
To stop the sunroof from moving, sunroof is closed. The sunroof will
press either the open or close stop if the switch is released. Close
sunroof switch. the sunshade by hand.
Press and release the back of the The sunroof glass panel cannot be
Open/Close: Press and hold the switch to open the sunroof to the opened or closed if the vehicle has
rear or front of the switch to open or vent position. Press it again to an electrical failure.
close the sunroof. express-open the sunroof. To stop
the sunroof from opening, press the
Express-open: Press and release
switch again.
the rear of the switch two times to
express-open the sunroof. A deflector automatically raises
when the sunroof is opened and
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Convertible Top
{ Caution
Power Operation
Do not open the convertible top if:
. Objects are in the storage
area that could damage it or
break the glass rear window.
. The top is wet or dirty. This
can cause stains, mildew or
Dirt and debris may collect on the damage the inside of the
sunroof seal or in the track. This vehicle. Dry the convertible
could cause an issue with sunroof top before lowering.
operation or noise. It could also plug
the water drainage system. Always close the convertible top if
Periodically open the sunroof and leaving the vehicle outdoors.
remove any obstacles or loose Leaving the convertible top open
debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and 1. Convertible Top and exposing the interior of the
roof sealing area using a clean vehicle to outdoor conditions may
cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not 2. Tonneau Cover (In the Trunk) cause damage.
remove grease from the sunroof. To operate the convertible top use
Do not operate the convertible top
If water is seen dripping into the the following steps.
while driving in windy conditions.
water drainage system, this is
normal. Do not leave the convertible top
in a non-secure position. Keep
completely closed or open.

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4. Remove all objects on or above


{ Caution the rear trunk partition.
If you raise or lower the 5. Close the trunk.
convertible top while the vehicle 6. Start the engine.
is in motion, you could damage
the top or the top mechanism.
The repairs would not be covered
by the warranty. Always put an
automatic transmission in P (Park)
or a manual transmission in
Neutral before raising or lowering
the convertible top.
9. Press and hold the rear of the
convertible top button. The
Lowering the Convertible Top windows will automatically lower
1. Park on a level surface. Place and the convertible top will lower
the vehicle in P (Park) with an into the rear of the vehicle.
automatic transmission and A chime will sound when the
7. Release the convertible top front convertible top has lowered
Neutral with a manual
latch above the inside rearview completely. If the radio is on the
transmission. Set the parking
mirror, by pulling down and sound may be muted for a brief
brake.
turning it clockwise. time so the chime can be heard.
2. Remove the tonneau cover from
8. Return the convertible top front 10. Install the tonneau cover. See
the trunk.
latch to the closed position. Tonneau Cover on page 4-3.
3. The rear trunk partition must be
in the fastened position. See If the convertible top is operated
Rear Storage on page 4-1. multiple times, the engine should be
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vehicle's battery. Under certain Raising the Convertible Top


conditions, the Driver Information 1. Park on a level surface. Place
Center (DIC) may display a the vehicle in P (Park) with an
message regarding the convertible automatic transmission and
top. See Convertible Top Messages Neutral with a manual
on page 5-34. transmission. Set the parking
brake.
{ Caution 2. Remove the tonneau cover if
Raising the top without removing installed. See Tonneau Cover on
the tonneau cover may damage page 4-3.
the top components and the 3. Move any objects that have
tonneau cover. Remove the fallen against the convertible top
tonneau cover before operating inside the trunk. { Warning
the convertible top. 4. Close the trunk. Placing hands on the top of the
5. Start the engine. windshield frame when closing
the convertible soft top could
cause fingers to be pinched and
may cause injury. Keep hands
below the windshield frame when
closing the convertible top.

6. Press and hold the front of the


convertible top button. The top
will raise and the windows will
lower.
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7. After the convertible top is If the convertible top has been Neutral with a manual
completely raised, release the opened repeatedly within a short transmission. Set the parking
convertible top button. time and is not working, wait brake.
five minutes before pressing the 2. Remove the tonneau cover if
convertible top button again. installed. See Tonneau Cover on
Operation of the convertible top page 4-3.
cannot be attempted for five minutes 3. Move any objects that have
after the last time the convertible top fallen against the convertible top
switch was pressed if the inside the trunk.
convertible top was opened
repeatedly within a short time and
the top has stopped functioning.
If the vehicle has lost power, the
convertible top can still be raised by
releasing pressure on the
hydraulic pump.
8. Release the convertible top front
latch from the lock position by Never attempt to open or close the
pulling down and turning it convertible top manually without first
clockwise. releasing pressure.
9. Lock the convertible top front Raising the Convertible Top
latch by pulling down and turning Manually
it counterclockwise, then push 1. Park on a level surface. Place 4. Remove the trim cover to access
it up. the vehicle in P (Park) with an the hydraulic pressure
automatic transmission and release bolt.

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When power is restored to the


vehicle, the pressure release bolt
must be tightened using the
provided wrench, by turning it
clockwise. The convertible top
button can then be used to lower or
raise the convertible top.
If the convertible top is operated
multiple times, the engine should be
5. Locate the pressure release bolt running to prevent drain on the
on the top of the hydraulic pump. vehicle's battery. Under certain
6. Using the provided wrench, turn conditions, the Driver Information
the pressure release bolt 9. After the convertible top is Center (DIC) may display a
counterclockwise no more than completely raised, release the message regarding the convertible
one turn. convertible top front latch from top. See Convertible Top Messages
the lock position by pulling down on page 5-34.
7. Reinstall the trim cover.
and turning it clockwise. If the battery has been
8. Pull the front of the convertible disconnected, the power windows
top up and forward. 10. Lock the convertible top front
latch by pulling down and must be programmed for the
turning it counterclockwise, convertible top to operate. See
then push it up. Power Windows on page 2-16.

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Cleaning the Convertible Top Wet the entire vehicle and wash the
top evenly to avoid spots or rings.
The convertible top should be
Let the soap remain on the fabric for
cleaned often. High pressure car
a few minutes. When the top is very
washes may cause water to enter
dirty, use a mild foam-type cleaner.
the vehicle.
Thoroughly rinse, then let the top
Hand wash the convertible top in dry in direct sunlight.
the shade. Use a mild soap,
To protect the convertible top:
lukewarm water, and a soft sponge.
A chamois or cloth may leave lint on . After washing, the top must be
the top, and a brush can chafe the completely dry before lowering.
threads in the top fabric. Do not use . Do not get any cleaner on the
detergents, harsh cleaners, painted finish; it could leave
solvents, or bleaching agents. streaks.
. Before going through an
automatic car wash, find out if
the equipment could damage the
convertible top.

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Seats and Restraints 3-1

Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the


Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-26
Restraints Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 3-27
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-14 Replacing Airbag System
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Head Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Front Seats Airbag System Infants and Young
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-3 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-17 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-32
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 When Should an Airbag Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-34
Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Lower Anchors and Tethers
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 What Makes an Airbag for Children (LATCH
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Rear Seats
How Does an Airbag Replacing LATCH System
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Safety Belts What Will You See after an Securing Child Restraints
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 (Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
How to Wear Safety Belts Passenger Sensing Securing Child Restraints
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 (Right Front
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Passenger Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

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Head Restraints
If equipped with base seats, the
vehicle’s front seats have adjustable
head restraints in the outboard
seating positions.
If equipped with high performance
seats, the vehicle’s front seats have
head restraints in the outboard
seating positions that cannot be
adjusted.

{ Warning If equipped with base seats, adjust The height of the head restraint can
the head restraint so that the top of be adjusted. Pull the head restraint
With head restraints that are not the restraint is at the same height as up to raise it. Try to move the head
installed and adjusted properly, the top of the occupant's head. This restraint to make sure that it is
there is a greater chance that position reduces the chance of a locked in place.
occupants will suffer a neck/ neck injury in a crash. To lower the head restraint, press
spinal injury in a crash. Do not the button, located on the top of the
drive until the head restraints for seatback, and push the restraint
all occupants are installed and down. Try to move the head
adjusted properly. restraint after the button is released
to make sure that it is locked in
place.
The front seat outboard head
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Front Seats To adjust a manual seat, Power Seat Adjustment


if equipped:
Seat Adjustment 1. Lift the handle under the seat to
unlock it.
{ Warning 2. Slide the seat and release the
handle.
You can lose control of the
3. Try to move the seat back and
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver forth to be sure it is locked in
seat while the vehicle is moving. place.
Adjust the driver seat only when
the vehicle is not moving. Height Adjustment

Seat Position
High Performance Seat Shown,
Other Power Seats Similar
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
. Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the
horizontal control forward or
rearward.
. Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the
front of the horizontal control up
If equipped, move the lever up or or down.
down repeatedly to manually raise
or lower theInfoseat.
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. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the entire horizontal { Warning
control up or down.
Sitting in a reclined position when
Reclining Seatbacks the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
Power Reclining Seatbacks up, the safety belts cannot do
their job.
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
be in front of you. In a crash, you
could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if
The lap belt could go up over the vehicle is moving.
your abdomen. The belt forces
would be there, not at your pelvic
bones. This could cause serious
internal injuries.
Base Power Seat Shown, High For proper protection when the
Performance Seat Similar vehicle is in motion, have the
To adjust the seatback: seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the
. Tilt the top of the control
safety belt properly.
rearward to recline.
. Tilt the top of the control forward
to raise.
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Seatback Latches Warning (Continued)


Heated Front Seats
Always push and pull on the { Warning
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked. If you cannot feel temperature
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns. To
To return the seatback to the upright reduce the risk of burns, people
position, lift the seatback and with such a condition should use
manually push it rearward until it
care when using the seat heater,
locks in place. Push and pull on the
especially for long periods of
seatback to make sure it is locked.
time. Do not place anything on
The power recline control is the seat that insulates against
deactivated when the seatback is heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
To access the rear seats, pull up on folded forward and will not function cover, or similar item. This may
the latch on the rear of the driver or until the seatback has been cause the seat heater to
front passenger seatback. Fold the manually returned to the upright, overheat. An overheated seat
seatback forward. locked position. This is normal. Do heater may cause a burn or may
not use the power recline control on
damage the seat.
the outboard side of the seat to
{ Warning raise the seatback. See Reclining
If either seatback is not locked, it Seatbacks on page 3-4.
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
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Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats


When it is cold outside, the heated
seats can be turned on
automatically during a remote start.
{ Caution
They are canceled when the ignition On convertible models, there is a
is turned on. Press the button to use speaker between the two rear
the heated seats after the vehicle is seating positions on the seatback.
started. If someone leans on the speaker,
The heated seat indicator lights do if cargo is loaded on it, or if liquid
If available, press L or M to turn on not turn on during a remote start. is spilled on it, damage could
the heated seat. A light indicates occur. Do not lean against the
this feature is on. The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced. speaker, place cargo on the
To operate, the engine must be This is normal. speaker, or spill liquids on the
running. speaker.
The heated seats will not turn on
Press the button once for the during a remote start unless they
highest setting. With each press of are enabled in the vehicle The rear seat has two designated
the button, the heated seat will personalization menu. See Remote seating positions. The coupe seat
change to the next lower setting, Vehicle Start on page 2-5 and can be folded for more cargo space.
and then the off setting. Two lights Vehicle Personalization on Fold the seat only when the vehicle
indicate the highest setting, and one page 5-44. is parked.
light indicates the lowest.
The passenger seat may take
longer to heat up.

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To fold the seatback down: Safety Belts


{ Warning
This section of the manual
A safety belt that is improperly describes how to use safety belts
routed, not properly attached, properly. It also describes some
or twisted will not provide the things not to do with safety belts.
protection needed in a crash. The
person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
{ Warning
rear seatback, always check to be Do not let anyone ride where a
sure that the safety belts are safety belt cannot be worn
properly routed and attached, and properly. In a crash, if you or your
are not twisted. passenger(s) are not wearing
safety belts, injuries can be much
1. Pull on the strap on the top of Lift the seatback up to raise it, and worse than if you are wearing
the rear seatback. push it back to lock it into place. safety belts. You can be seriously
Make sure the safety belt is not injured or killed by hitting things
2. Fold the seatback down. inside the vehicle harder or by
twisted or caught in the seatback.
being ejected from the vehicle. In
addition, anyone who is not
buckled up can strike other
passengers in the vehicle.
It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area, inside or outside
of a vehicle. In a collision,
passengers riding in these areas
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Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing


Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good
sense.
are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow Questions and Answers About
passengers to ride in any area of Safety Belts
the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
with seats and safety belts. after a crash if I am wearing a
Always wear a safety belt, and safety belt?
check that all passenger(s) are A: You could be — whether you are
restrained properly too. wearing a safety belt or not.
Your chance of being conscious
This vehicle has indicators as a during and after a crash, so you
reminder to buckle the safety belts. can unbuckle and get out, is
See Safety Belt Reminders on When riding in a vehicle, you travel much greater if you are belted.
page 5-14. as fast as the vehicle does. If the Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why
vehicle stops suddenly, you keep should I have to wear safety
going until something stops you. belts?
It could be the windshield, the
instrument panel, or the safety belts! A: Airbags are supplemental
systems only; so they work with
When you wear a safety belt, you safety belts — not instead of
and the vehicle slow down together. them. Whether or not an airbag
There is more time to stop because is provided, all occupants still
you stop over a longer distance and, have to buckle up to get the
when worn properly, your strongest most protection.
bones take the forces from the
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Also, in nearly all states and in


. Wear the shoulder belt over the
all Canadian provinces, the law shoulder and across the chest.
requires wearing safety belts. These parts of the body are best
able to take belt restraining
How to Wear Safety Belts forces. The shoulder belt locks if
there is a sudden stop or crash.
Properly
This section is only for people of { Warning
adult size.
You can be seriously injured,
There are special things to know
or even killed, by not wearing
about safety belts and children. And
there are different rules for smaller your safety belt properly.
children and infants. If a child will be . Sit up straight and always keep . Never allow the lap or
riding in the vehicle, see Older your feet on the floor in front shoulder belt to become
Children on page 3-28 or Infants of you. loose or twisted.
and Young Children on page 3-30. . Always use the correct buckle . Never wear the shoulder belt
Follow those rules for everyone's for your seating position. under both arms or behind
protection. your back.
. Wear the lap part of the belt low
It is very important for all occupants and snug on the hips, just . Never route the lap or
to buckle up. Statistics show that touching the thighs. In a crash, shoulder belt over an
unbelted people are hurt more often this applies force to the strong armrest.
in crashes than those who are pelvic bones and you would be
wearing safety belts. less likely to slide under the lap
There are important things to know belt. If you slid under it, the belt Lap-Shoulder Belt
about wearing a safety belt properly. would apply force on your All seating positions in the vehicle
abdomen. This could cause have a lap-shoulder belt.
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The following instructions explain


how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
properly.

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull 4. Push the latch plate into the
the belt across you. Do not let it buckle until it clicks.
get twisted. Pull up on the latch plate to
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if make sure it is secure. If the belt
1. If the seat has a safety belt you pull the belt across you very is not long enough, see Safety
guide, and the safety belt is not quickly. If this happens, let the Belt Extender on page 3-14.
routed through the guide, snap belt go back slightly to unlock it.
the guide around the belt Position the release button on
Then pull the belt across you the buckle so that the safety belt
webbing. Be sure the belt is not more slowly.
twisted. could be quickly unbuckled if
If the shoulder portion of a necessary.
2. Adjust the seat, if the seat is passenger belt is pulled out all
adjustable, so you can sit up the way, the child restraint
straight. To see how, see “Seats” locking feature may be engaged.
in the Index. If this happens, let the belt go
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They can help tighten the safety


belts during the early stages of a
moderate to severe frontal,
near-frontal, or rear crash if the
threshold conditions for pretensioner
activation are met. If the vehicle has
side impact airbags, safety belt
pretensioners can help tighten the
safety belts in a side crash. And,
if the vehicle has roof-rail airbags
the safety belt pretensioners can
help tighten the safety belts during a
rollover crash.
5. To make the lap part tight, pull To unlatch the belt, push the button
up on the shoulder belt. on the buckle. The belt should Pretensioners work only once. If the
return to its stowed position. pretensioners activate in a crash,
It may be necessary to pull the pretensioners and probably
stitching on the safety belt Before a door is closed, be sure the other parts of the vehicle's safety
through the latch plate to fully safety belt is out of the way. If a belt system will need to be replaced.
tighten the lap belt on smaller door is slammed against a safety See Replacing Safety Belt System
occupants. belt, damage can occur to both the Parts after a Crash on page 3-14.
safety belt and the vehicle.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Safety Belt Pretensioners
Guides
This vehicle has safety belt
Rear shoulder belt comfort guides
pretensioners for the front outboard
may provide added safety belt
occupants. Although the safety belt
comfort for older children who have
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shoulder belt, the comfort guide


positions the shoulder belt away
from the neck and head.
There is one guide for each
outboard passenger position in the
rear seat. Here is how to install a
comfort guide to the safety belt:

2. Place the guide over the belt 3. Be sure that the belt is not
and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The
belt into the slots of the guide. elastic cord must be under the
belt and the guide on top.

{ Warning
A safety belt that is not properly
1. Pull the elastic cord out from worn may not provide the
between the edge of the protection needed in a crash. The
seatback and the interior body to person wearing the belt could be
remove the guide from its seriously injured. The shoulder
storage clip. belt should go over the shoulder
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To remove and store the comfort


Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges
together so that the safety belt can
and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide
of the body are best able to take the guide onto the clip, leaving only
belt restraining forces. the loop of the elastic cord exposed.
Properly secure the guide before
folding the seatback.

Safety Belt Use During


Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, A pregnant woman should wear a
including pregnant women. Like all lap-shoulder belt, and the lap
occupants, they are more likely to portion should be worn as low as
be seriously injured if they do not possible, below the rounding,
wear safety belts. throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is
to protect the mother. When a safety
4. Buckle, position, and release the belt is worn properly, it is more likely
safety belt as described that the fetus will not be hurt in a
previously in this section. Make crash. For pregnant women, as for
sure the shoulder portion of the anyone, the key to making safety
belt is on the shoulder and not belts effective is wearing them
falling off of it. The belt should properly.
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Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt
safety belts may not protect you in a
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten crash. They can rip apart under
System Parts after a
around you, you should use it. impact forces. If a belt is torn or Crash
But if a safety belt is not long frayed, get a new one right away.
enough, your dealer will order you Make sure the safety belt reminder { Warning
an extender. When you go in to light is working. See Safety Belt
order it, take the heaviest coat you Reminders on page 5-14. A crash can damage the safety
will wear, so the extender will be belt system in the vehicle.
long enough for you. To help avoid Keep safety belts clean and dry. A damaged safety belt system
personal injury, do not let someone See Safety Belt Care on page 3-14. may not properly protect the
else use it, and use it only for the person using it, resulting in
seat it is made to fit. The extender Safety Belt Care serious injury or even death in a
has been designed for adults. Never Keep belts clean and dry. crash. To help make sure the
use it for securing child seats. To safety belt systems are working
wear it, attach it to the regular safety
belt. See the instruction sheet that { Warning properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
comes with the extender. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacements made as soon as
It may severely weaken them. In possible.
Safety System Check a crash, they might not be able to
Now and then, check that the safety provide adequate protection. After a minor crash, replacement of
belt reminder light, safety belts, Clean safety belts only with mild safety belts may not be necessary.
buckles, latch plates, retractors, and soap and lukewarm water. But the safety belt assemblies that
anchorages are all working properly. were used during any crash may
Look for any other loose or have been stressed or damaged.
damaged safety belt system parts
that might keep a safety belt system
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See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System All vehicle airbags in your vehicle
belt assemblies inspected or will have the word AIRBAG in the
replaced. The vehicle has the following trim or on a label near the
airbags: deployment opening.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the safety belt . A frontal airbag for the driver. For frontal airbags, the word
system was not being used at the . A frontal airbag for the front AIRBAG will appear on the middle
time of the crash. outboard passenger. part of the steering wheel for the
Have the safety belt pretensioners driver and on the instrument panel
. A seat-mounted side impact for the front outboard passenger.
checked if the vehicle has been in a airbag for the driver.
crash, or if the airbag readiness light For seat-mounted side impact
stays on after you start the vehicle . A seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
or while you are driving. See Airbag airbag for the front outboard side of the seatback closest to
Readiness Light on page 5-15. passenger. the door.
The vehicle may also have the For roof-rail airbags, the word
following airbags: AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
. A roof-rail airbag for the driver Airbags are designed to supplement
and the passenger seated the protection provided by safety
directly behind the driver. belts. Even though today's airbags
. A roof-rail airbag for the front are also designed to help reduce
outboard passenger and the the risk of injury from the force of an
passenger seated directly inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
behind the front outboard very quickly to do their job.
passenger.

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Here are the most important things


to know about the airbag system: { Warning { Warning
Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against,
{ Warning force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when
You can be severely injured or an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured
killed in a crash if you are not against, or very close to any or killed. Always secure children
wearing your safety belt, even airbag when it inflates can be properly in the vehicle. To read
with airbags. Airbags are seriously injured or killed. Do not how, see Older Children on
designed to work with safety sit unnecessarily close to any page 3-28 or Infants and Young
belts, not replace them. Also, airbag, as you would be if sitting Children on page 3-30.
airbags are not designed to inflate on the edge of the seat or leaning
in every crash. In some crashes forward. Safety belts help keep
safety belts are the only restraint. you in position before and during
See When Should an Airbag a crash. Always wear a safety
Inflate? on page 3-19. belt, even with airbags. The driver
should sit as far back as possible
Wearing your safety belt during a while still maintaining control of
crash helps reduce the chance of the vehicle.
hitting things inside the vehicle or There is an airbag readiness light
being ejected from it. Airbags are Occupants should not lean on or
on the instrument cluster, which
“supplemental restraints” to the sleep against the door or side
shows the airbag symbol.
safety belts. Everyone in the windows in seating positions with
seat-mounted side impact airbags The system checks the airbag
vehicle should wear a safety belt electrical system for malfunctions.
properly, whether or not there is and/or roof-rail airbags.
The light tells you if there is an
an airbag for that person. electrical problem. See Airbag
Readiness Light on page 5-15.
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Where Are the Airbags?

The front outboard passenger Coupe Models, Driver Side Shown,


frontal airbag is in the instrument Passenger Side Similar
The driver frontal airbag is in the panel on the passenger side. On coupe models, the seat-mounted
middle of the steering wheel. side impact airbags for the driver
and front outboard passenger are in
the side of the seatbacks closest to
the door.

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Warning (Continued)
that person causing severe injury
or even death. The path of an
inflating airbag must be kept
clear. Do not put anything
between an occupant and an
airbag, and do not attach or put
anything on the steering wheel
hub or on or near any other
airbag covering.
Convertible Models, Driver Side Coupe Models, Driver Side Shown, Do not use seat accessories that
Shown, Passenger Side Similar Passenger Side Similar block the inflation path of a
On convertible models, the On coupe models, the roof-rail seat-mounted side impact airbag.
seat-mounted side impact airbags airbags for the driver, front outboard Never secure anything to the roof
for the driver and front outboard passenger, and second row of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
passenger are in the side of the outboard passengers are in the by routing a rope or tie‐down
seatbacks closest to the door. ceiling above the side windows. through any door or window
opening. If you do, the path of an
{ Warning inflating roof-rail airbag will be
blocked.
If something is between an
occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
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When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Seat-mounted side impact airbags
direction of the impact, and how are designed to inflate in moderate
Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. to severe side crashes, depending
This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at on the location of the impact.
airbags. See Airbag System on different crash speeds depending on Seat-mounted side impact airbags
page 3-15. Airbags are designed to whether the vehicle hits an object are not designed to inflate in frontal
inflate if the impact exceeds the straight on or at an angle, and impacts, near-frontal impacts,
specific airbag system’s deployment whether the object is fixed or rollovers, or rear impacts.
threshold. Deployment thresholds moving, rigid or deformable, narrow A seat-mounted side impact airbag
are used to predict how severe a or wide. is designed to inflate on the side of
crash is likely to be in time for the the vehicle that is struck.
airbags to inflate and help restraint Frontal airbags are not intended to
inflate during vehicle rollovers, in Roof-rail airbags, if equipped, are
the occupants. The vehicle has designed to inflate in moderate to
electronic frontal sensors that help rear impacts, or in many side
impacts. severe side crashes, depending on
the airbag system determine the the location of the impact. In
severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has addition, these roof-rail airbags are
thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal designed to inflate during a rollover
vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology or in a severe frontal impact.
Frontal airbags are designed to frontal airbags adjust the restraint Roof-rail airbags are not designed
inflate in moderate to severe frontal according to crash severity. to inflate in rear impacts. Both
or near-frontal crashes to help The vehicle also has a seat position roof-rail airbags will inflate when
reduce the potential for severe sensor that enables the sensing either side of the vehicle is struck or
injuries, mainly to the driver's or system to monitor the position of the if the sensing system predicts that
front outboard passenger's head driver seat. The seat position sensor the vehicle is about to roll over on
and chest. provides information that is used to its side, or in a severe frontal
adjust the deployment of the frontal impact.
Whether the frontal airbags will or
should inflate is not based primarily airbags.
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In any particular crash, no one can moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after
say whether an airbag should have even belted occupants can contact
inflated simply because of the the inside of the vehicle.
an Airbag Inflates?
vehicle damage or repair costs. Airbags supplement the protection After the frontal airbags and
provided by safety belts by seat-mounted side impact airbags
What Makes an Airbag distributing the force of the impact inflate, they quickly deflate, so
Inflate? more evenly over the quickly that some people may not
occupant's body. even realize an airbag inflated.
In a deployment event, the sensing Roof-rail airbags may still be at least
system sends an electrical signal Rollover capable roof-rail airbags partially inflated for some time after
triggering a release of gas from the are designed to help contain the they inflate. Some components of
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the head and chest of occupants in the the airbag module may be hot for
airbag causing the bag to break out outboard seating positions in the several minutes. For location of the
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, first and second rows. The rollover airbags, see Where Are the
and related hardware are all part of capable roof-rail airbags are Airbags? on page 3-17.
the airbag module. designed to help reduce the risk of
full or partial ejection in rollover The parts of the airbag that come
For airbag locations, see Where Are into contact with you may be warm,
events, although no system can
the Airbags? on page 3-17. but not too hot to touch. There may
prevent all such ejections.
be some smoke and dust coming
How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many from the vents in the deflated
types of collisions, primarily airbags. Airbag inflation does not
Restrain? because the occupant's motion is prevent the driver from seeing out of
In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags. See When the windshield or being able to steer
near frontal collisions, even belted Should an Airbag Inflate? on the vehicle, nor does it prevent
occupants can contact the steering page 3-19. people from leaving the vehicle.
wheel or the instrument panel. In Airbags should never be regarded
as anything more than a supplement
to safety belts.InformationProvidedby:
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the hazard warning flashers by


. Airbags are designed to inflate
{ Warning using the controls for those only once. After an airbag
features. inflates, you will need some new
When an airbag inflates, there parts for the airbag system.
may be dust in the air. This dust If you do not get them, the
could cause breathing problems { Warning airbag system will not be there
for people with a history of A crash severe enough to inflate to help protect you in another
asthma or other breathing trouble. the airbags may have also crash. A new system will include
To avoid this, everyone in the damaged important functions in airbag modules and possibly
vehicle should get out as soon as other parts. The service manual
the vehicle, such as the fuel
it is safe to do so. If you have for the vehicle covers the need
system, brake and steering
breathing problems but cannot to replace other parts.
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle
get out of the vehicle after an appears to be drivable after a . The vehicle has a crash sensing
airbag inflates, then get fresh air moderate crash, there may be and diagnostic module which
by opening a window or a door. concealed damage that could records information after a
If you experience breathing make it difficult to safely operate crash. See Vehicle Data
problems following an airbag the vehicle. Recording and Privacy on
deployment, you should seek page 13-13 and Event Data
medical attention. Use caution if you should attempt Recorders on page 13-14.
to restart the engine after a crash . Let only qualified technicians
has occurred. work on the airbag systems.
The vehicle has a feature that may
automatically unlock the doors, turn Improper service can mean that
on the interior lamps, turn on the In many crashes severe enough to an airbag system will not work
hazard warning flashers, and shut inflate the airbag, windshields are properly. See your dealer for
off the fuel system after the airbags broken by vehicle deformation. service.
inflate. You can lock the doors, turn Additional windshield breakage may
off the interior lamps, and turn off also occur from the front outboard
passenger Inairbag.
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Passenger Sensing word ON or OFF, or the symbol for Never put a rear-facing child seat in
on or off, will be visible. See the front. This is because the risk to
System Passenger Airbag Status Indicator the rear-facing child is so great if the
The vehicle has a passenger on page 5-15. airbag deploys.
sensing system for the front The passenger sensing system will
outboard passenger position. The
passenger airbag status indicator
turn off the front outboard { Warning
passenger frontal airbag under
will be visible on the overhead certain conditions. No other airbag A child in a rear-facing child
console when the vehicle is started. is affected by the passenger restraint can be seriously injured
sensing system. or killed if the passenger frontal
airbag inflates. This is because
The passenger sensing system the back of the rear-facing child
works with sensors that are part of
restraint would be very close to
the front outboard passenger seat.
the inflating airbag. A child in a
The sensors are designed to detect
the presence of a properly seated forward-facing child restraint can
United States occupant and determine if the front be seriously injured or killed if the
outboard passenger frontal airbag passenger frontal airbag inflates
should be allowed to inflate or not. and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly Even if the passenger sensing
secured in a rear seat in the correct system has turned off the
child restraint for their weight passenger frontal airbag, no
Canada and Mexico and size. system is fail-safe. No one can
Whenever possible, children age guarantee that an airbag will not
The words ON and OFF, or the
symbol for on and off, will be visible 12 and under should be secured in (Continued)
during the system check. When the a rear seating position.
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. The system determines that a any time the system senses that a
Warning (Continued) small child is present in a child person of adult size is sitting
restraint. properly in the front outboard
inflate under some unusual passenger seat. When the
. The system determines that a
circumstance, even though the passenger sensing system has
small child is present in a
airbag is off. allowed the airbag to be enabled,
booster seat.
Secure rear-facing child restraints the on indicator will light and stay lit
. A front outboard passenger to remind you that the airbag is
in a rear seat, even if the airbag takes his/her weight off of the
is off. If you secure a active.
seat for a period of time.
forward-facing child restraint in For some children who have
the front outboard passenger
. The front outboard passenger outgrown child restraints and for
seat, always move the seat as far seat is occupied by a smaller very small adults, the passenger
back as it will go. It is better to person, such as a child who has sensing system may or may not turn
outgrown child restraints. off the front outboard passenger
secure the child restraint in a
rear seat. . There is a critical problem with frontal airbag, depending upon the
the airbag system or the person's seating posture and body
passenger sensing system. build. Everyone in the vehicle who
The passenger sensing system is has outgrown child restraints should
designed to turn off the front When the passenger sensing
wear a safety belt properly —
outboard passenger frontal airbag if: system has turned off the front
whether or not there is an airbag for
outboard passenger frontal airbag,
. The front outboard passenger that person.
the off indicator will light and stay lit
seat is unoccupied. to remind you that the airbag is off.
. The system determines that an See Passenger Airbag Status
infant is present in a rear-facing Indicator on page 5-15.
infant seat. The passenger sensing system is
designed to turn on the front
outboard passenger
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4. Reinstall the child restraint 6. Restart the vehicle.


{ Warning following the directions provided If the on indicator is still lit,
by the child restraint secure the child in the child
If the airbag readiness light ever manufacturer and refer to
comes on and stays on, it means restraint in a rear seat position in
Securing Child Restraints (Right the vehicle, and check with your
that something may be wrong Front Passenger Seat) on
with the airbag system. To help dealer.
page 3-43 or Securing Child
avoid injury to yourself or others, Restraints (Rear Seat) on If the Off Indicator is Lit for an
have the vehicle serviced right page 3-41. Adult-Sized Occupant
away. See Airbag Readiness
5. If, after reinstalling the child
Light on page 5-15 for more
restraint and restarting the
information, including important vehicle, the on indicator is still lit,
safety information. turn the vehicle off. Then slightly
recline the vehicle seatback and
If the On Indicator is Lit for a adjust the seat cushion,
Child Restraint if adjustable, to make sure that
the vehicle seatback is not
If a child restraint has been installed pushing the child restraint into
and the on indicator is lit: the seat cushion.
1. Turn the vehicle off. Also make sure the child
2. Remove the child restraint from restraint is not trapped under the
the vehicle. vehicle head restraint. If this
happens, adjust the head
3. Remove any additional items restraint. See Head Restraints
from the seat such as blankets, on page 3-2.
cushions, seat covers, seat
heaters, or seat massagers.
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If a person of adult size is sitting in A thick layer of additional material,


the front outboard passenger seat, { Warning such as a blanket or cushion,
but the off indicator is lit, it could be or aftermarket equipment such as
because that person is not sitting If the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
properly in the seat. If this happens, airbag is turned off for an massagers can affect how well the
use the following steps to allow the adult-sized occupant, the airbag passenger sensing system
system to detect that person and will not be able to inflate and help operates. We recommend that you
enable the front outboard passenger protect that person in a crash, not use seat covers or other
frontal airbag: resulting in an increased risk of aftermarket equipment except when
serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific
1. Turn the vehicle off.
adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to
2. Remove any additional material ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on
from the seat, such as blankets, passenger seat, if the passenger page 3-26 for more information
cushions, seat covers, seat airbag off indicator is lit. about modifications that can affect
heaters, or seat massagers. how the system operates.
3. Place the seatback in the fully Additional Factors Affecting
upright position.
System Operation { Warning
4. Have the person sit upright in Stowing of articles under the
Safety belts help keep the
the seat, centered on the seat passenger seat or between the
passenger in position on the seat
cushion, with legs comfortably
during vehicle maneuvers and passenger seat cushion and
extended.
braking, which helps the passenger seatback may interfere with the
5. Restart the vehicle and have the sensing system maintain the proper operation of the passenger
person remain in this position for passenger airbag status. See sensing system.
two to three minutes after the on “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints”
indicator is lit. in the Index for additional
information about the importance of
proper restraint
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Servicing the Warning (Continued)


Your dealer and the service manual
have information about the location
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle of the airbag sensors, sensing and
Airbags affect how the vehicle proper service procedures, and diagnostic module, and airbag
should be serviced. There are parts make sure the person performing wiring.
of the airbag system in several work for you is qualified to do so.
In addition, the vehicle has a
places around the vehicle. Your passenger sensing system for the
dealer and the service manual have Adding Equipment to the front outboard passenger position,
information about servicing the which includes sensors that are part
vehicle and the airbag system. To Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
of the passenger seat. The
purchase a service manual, see Adding accessories that change the passenger sensing system may not
Service Publications Ordering vehicle's frame, bumper system, operate properly if the original seat
Information on page 13-11. height, front end, or side sheet trim is replaced with non-GM
metal, may keep the airbag system covers, upholstery, or trim; or with
{ Warning from working properly. The GM covers, upholstery, or trim
operation of the airbag system can designed for a different vehicle. Any
For up to 10 seconds after the also be affected by changing or object, such as an aftermarket seat
vehicle is turned off and the moving any parts of the front seats, heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
battery is disconnected, an airbag safety belts, the airbag sensing and or device, installed under or on top
can still inflate during improper diagnostic module, steering wheel, of the seat fabric, could also
service. You can be injured if you instrument panel, roof-rail airbag interfere with the operation of the
are close to an airbag when it modules, ceiling headliner or pillar passenger sensing system. This
inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. garnish trim, front sensors, side could either prevent proper
They are probably part of the impact sensors, or airbag wiring. deployment of the passenger
airbag system. Be sure to follow airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
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turning off the passenger airbag(s).


See Passenger Sensing System on { Caution Warning (Continued)
page 3-22.
If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
airbags, see Different Size Tires may not work properly. Do not in serious injury or even death. To
and Wheels on page 10-67. open or break the airbag help make sure the airbag
If you have to modify your vehicle coverings. If there are any systems are working properly
because you have a disability and opened or broken airbag after a crash, have them
you have questions about whether coverings, have the airbag inspected and any necessary
the modifications will affect the covering and/or airbag module replacements made as soon as
vehicle's airbag system, or if you replaced. For the location of the possible.
have questions about whether the airbags, see Where Are the
airbag system will be affected if the Airbags? on page 3-17. See your
vehicle is modified for any other If an airbag inflates, you will need to
dealer for service. replace airbag system parts. See
reason, call Customer Assistance.
See Customer Assistance Offices your dealer for service.
on page 13-3. Replacing Airbag System If the airbag readiness light stays on
Parts after a Crash after the vehicle is started or comes
Airbag System Check on when you are driving, the airbag
system may not work properly. Have
The airbag system does not need { Warning the vehicle serviced right away. See
regularly scheduled maintenance or Airbag Readiness Light on
replacement. Make sure the airbag A crash can damage the airbag
page 5-15.
readiness light is working. See systems in the vehicle.
Airbag Readiness Light on A damaged airbag system may
page 5-15. not work properly and may not
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. Can proper safety belt fit be
Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that
come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the
weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no,
Older Children booster. Use a booster seat with a return to the booster seat.
lap-shoulder belt until the child Q: What is the proper way to
passes the fit test below: wear safety belts?
. Sit all the way back on the seat. A: An older child should wear a
Do the knees bend at the seat lap-shoulder belt and get the
edge? If yes, continue. If no, additional restraint a shoulder
return to the booster seat. belt can provide. The shoulder
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. belt should not cross the face or
Does the shoulder belt rest on neck. The lap belt should fit
the shoulder? If yes, continue. snugly below the hips, just
If no, try using the rear safety touching the top of the thighs.
belt comfort guide. See “Rear This applies belt force to the
Safety Belt Comfort Guides” child's pelvic bones in a crash.
under Lap-Shoulder Belt on It should never be worn over the
Older children who have outgrown abdomen, which could cause
page 3-9. If the shoulder belt still
booster seats should wear the severe or even fatal internal
does not rest on the shoulder,
vehicle safety belts. injuries in a crash.
then return to the booster seat.
. Does the lap belt fit low and Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort
snug on the hips, touching the Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on
thighs? If yes, continue. If no, page 3-9.
return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
restrained in a rear seating position.
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In a crash, children who are not


buckled up can strike other people Warning (Continued)
who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older belt. The belt force would then be
children need to use safety belts applied right on the abdomen.
properly. That could cause serious or fatal
injuries. The shoulder belt should
go over the shoulder and across
{ Warning the chest.
Never allow more than one child
to wear the same safety belt. The
safety belt cannot properly spread
the impact forces. In a crash, they
can be crushed together and { Warning
seriously injured. A safety belt
must be used by only one person Never allow a child to wear the
at a time. safety belt with the shoulder belt
behind their back. A child can be
seriously injured by not wearing
the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
crash, the child would not be
restrained by the shoulder belt.
The child could move too far
forward increasing the chance of
head and neck injury. The child
might also slide under the lap
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Infants and Young Every time infants and young


children ride in vehicles, they should
Children have the protection provided by
Everyone in a vehicle needs appropriate child restraints. Neither
protection! This includes infants and the vehicle's safety belt system nor
all other children. Neither the its airbag system is designed
distance traveled nor the age and for them.
size of the traveler changes the Children who are not restrained
need, for everyone, to use safety properly can strike other people,
restraints. In fact, the law in every or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
state in the United States and in
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be { Warning
restrained while in a vehicle.
Never hold an infant or a child { Warning
while riding in a vehicle. Due to
{ Warning crash forces, an infant or a child
Children who are up against,
or very close to, any airbag when
will become so heavy it is not it inflates can be seriously injured
Children can be seriously injured
possible to hold it during a crash. or killed. Never put a rear-facing
or strangled if a shoulder belt is
For example, in a crash at only child restraint in the right front
wrapped around their neck and
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) seat. Secure a rear-facing child
the safety belt continues to
infant will suddenly become a restraint in a rear seat. It is also
tighten. Never leave children
110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's better to secure a forward-facing
unattended in a vehicle and never
arms. An infant should be child restraint in a rear seat. If you
allow children to play with the
secured in an appropriate must secure a forward-facing
safety belts.
restraint. child restraint in the right front
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weight, height, and age but also


Warning (Continued) whether or not the restraint will { Warning
be compatible with the motor
seat, always move the front vehicle in which it will be used. To reduce the risk of neck and
passenger seat as far back as it head injury during a crash, infants
will go. For most basic types of child need complete support. In a
restraints, there are many
crash, if an infant is in a
different models available. When
rear-facing child restraint, the
purchasing a child restraint, be
sure it is designed to be used in crash forces can be distributed
a motor vehicle. If it is, the across the strongest part of an
restraint will have a label saying infant's body, the back and
that it meets federal motor shoulders. Infants should always
vehicle safety standards. be secured in rear-facing child
restraints.
The restraint manufacturer
instructions that come with the
restraint state the weight and
height limitations for a particular
child restraint. In addition, there
{ Warning
are many kinds of restraints A young child's hip bones are still
available for children with so small that the vehicle's regular
Q: What are the different types of
special needs. safety belt may not remain low on
add-on child restraints?
the hip bones, as it should.
A: Add-on child restraints, which Instead, it may settle up around
are purchased by the vehicle the child's abdomen. In a crash,
owner, are available in four basic
the belt would apply force on a
types. Selection of a particular
body area that is unprotected by
restraint should take into
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Warning (Continued)
Child Restraint Systems
any bony structure. This alone
could cause serious or fatal
injuries. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injuries during a
crash, young children should
always be secured in appropriate
child restraints.

Forward-Facing Child Seat


Rear-Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child seat provides
restraint for the child's body with the
A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
restraint with the seating surface
against the back of the infant.
The harness system holds the infant
in place and, in a crash, acts to
keep the infant positioned in the
restraint.

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Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a


Restraint in the Vehicle crash if the child restraint is not
properly secured in the vehicle.
{ Warning When securing an add-on child
restraint, refer to the instructions
A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which
killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a
restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual.
the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are
restraint properly in the vehicle important, so if they are not
using the vehicle safety belt or available, obtain a replacement
LATCH system, following the copy from the manufacturer.
Booster Seats instructions that came with that Keep in mind that an unsecured
A booster seat is a child restraint child restraint and the instructions child restraint can move around in a
designed to improve the fit of the in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure
vehicle's safety belt system. people in the vehicle. Be sure to
A booster seat can also help a child To help reduce the chance of injury, properly secure any child restraint in
to see out the window. the child restraint must be secured the vehicle — even when no child is
in the vehicle. Child restraint in it.
systems must be secured in vehicle In some areas of the United States
seats by lap belts or the lap belt and Canada, Certified Child
portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by Passenger Safety Technicians
the LATCH system. See Lower (CPSTs) are available to inspect
Anchors and Tethers for Children and demonstrate how to correctly
(LATCH System) on page 3-35. use and install child restraints. In
the U.S., refer to the National
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Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged


locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in Warning (Continued)
inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position.
availability in Canada, check with system is fail-safe. No one can
Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not
Transport Canada or the Provincial the front. This is because the risk to
Ministry of Transportation office. deploy under some unusual
the rear-facing child is so great if the circumstance, even though it is
Securing the Child Within the airbag deploys. turned off.
Child Restraint
{ Warning Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the airbag
{ Warning A child in a rear-facing child is off. If you secure a
A child can be seriously injured or restraint can be seriously injured forward-facing child restraint in
killed in a crash if the child is not or killed if the front passenger the front seat, always move the
properly secured in the child airbag inflates. This is because front passenger seat as far back
restraint. Secure the child the back of the rear-facing child as it will go. It is better to secure
properly following the instructions restraint would be very close to the child restraint in a rear seat.
that came with that child restraint. the inflating airbag. A child in a See Passenger Sensing System
forward-facing child restraint can on page 3-22 for additional
be seriously injured or killed if the information.
Where to Put the front passenger airbag inflates
Restraint and the passenger seat is in a
When securing a child restraint in a
forward position.
According to accident statistics, rear seating position, study the
children and infants are safer when Even if the passenger sensing instructions that came with the child
properly restrained in a child system has turned off the front restraint to make sure it is
restraint system or infant restraint passenger frontal airbag, no compatible with this vehicle.
system secured in a rear seating (Continued)
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Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat
vary considerably in size, and some be secured with the LATCH system,
may fit in certain seating positions
Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the
better than others. Always make (LATCH System) booster seat can be positioned
sure the child restraint is properly The LATCH system secures a child properly and there is no interference
secured. restraint during driving or in a crash. with the proper positioning of the
Depending on where you place the LATCH attachments on the child lap-shoulder belt on the child.
child restraint and the size of the restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions
child restraint, you may not be able restraint to the anchors in the that came with the child restraint,
to access adjacent safety belt vehicle. The LATCH system is and also the instructions in this
assemblies or LATCH anchors for designed to make installation of a manual.
additional passengers or child child restraint easier.
When installing a child restraint with
restraints. Adjacent seating In order to use the LATCH system in a top tether, you must also use
positions should not be used if the your vehicle, you need a child either the lower anchors or the
child restraint prevents access to or restraint that has LATCH safety belts to properly secure the
interferes with the routing of the attachments. LATCH-compatible child restraint. A child restraint must
safety belt. rear-facing and forward-facing child never be installed using only the top
Wherever a child restraint is seats can be properly installed tether and anchor.
installed, be sure to secure the child using either the LATCH anchors or
The LATCH anchorage system can
restraint properly. the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not
be used until the combined weight
use both the safety belts and the
Keep in mind that an unsecured of the child plus the child restraint is
LATCH anchorage system to secure
child restraint can move around in a 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt
a rear-facing or forward-facing
collision or sudden stop and injure alone instead of the LATCH
child seat.
people in the vehicle. Be sure to anchorage system once the
properly secure any child restraint in Booster seats use the vehicle’s combined weight is more than
the vehicle — even when no child is safety belts to secure the child in 29.5 kg (65 lbs).
in it. the boosterInfseat.
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The following explains how to attach Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor
a child restraint with these
attachments in the vehicle.
Not all vehicle seating positions or
child restraints have lower anchors
and attachments or top tether
anchors and attachments.
In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached.
Convertible models do not have top
tether anchors to secure a child
restraint. If a national or local law Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
requires that the top tether be built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint to the vehicle.
anchored, do not use a child lower anchors for each LATCH A top tether anchor is built into the
restraint in this vehicle because a seating position that will vehicle. The top tether
top tether cannot be properly accommodate a child restraint with attachment (2) on the child restraint
anchored. lower attachments (2). connects to the top tether anchor in
the vehicle in order to reduce the
forward movement and rotation of
the child restraint during driving or in
a crash.

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The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether Rear Seat — Convertible Model
single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations
Either will have a single
attachment (2) to secure the top Rear Seat — Coupe Model
tether to the anchor.
Some child restraints that have a
top tether are designed for use with
or without the top tether being
attached. Others require the top
tether always to be attached. In
Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
a top tether, and that the tether be
attached. Be sure to read and follow
the instructions for the child H (Lower Anchor): Seating
restraint. positions with two lower anchors.
I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating
positions with top tether anchors.
H (Lower Anchor): Seating
positions with two lower anchors.

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Lower Anchors On coupe models, the top tether the instructions that come with the
anchors are on the rear seatback child restraint say that the top tether
filler panel. must be attached.
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in a child
restraint system or infant restraint
system secured in a rear seating
To assist in locating the lower position. See Where to Put the
anchors, each seating position with Restraint on page 3-34 for
lower anchors has two labels, near To assist in locating the top tether additional information.
the crease between the seatback anchors, the top tether anchor
and the seat cushion. symbol is on the cover of the Securing a Child Restraint
anchor. Designed for the LATCH
Top Tether Anchors System
Convertible top models do not have
top tether anchors to be used to
secure a child restraint in any { Warning
seating position.
If a LATCH-type child restraint is
Be sure to use an anchor on the not attached to anchors, the child
same side of the vehicle as the restraint will not be able to protect
seating position where the child the child correctly. In a crash, the
restraint will be placed. child could be seriously injured or
Do not secure a child restraint in a killed. Install a LATCH-type child
position without a top tether anchor restraint properly using the
if a national or local law requires anchors, or use the vehicle safety
that the top tether be attached, or if (Continued)
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Warning (Continued) { Warning Caution (Continued)


belts to secure the restraint, Children can be seriously injured Do not fold the empty rear seat
following the instructions that or strangled if a shoulder belt is with a safety belt buckled. This
came with the child restraint and wrapped around their neck and could damage the safety belt or
the instructions in this manual. the safety belt continues to the seat. Unbuckle and return the
tighten. Buckle any unused safety safety belt to its stowed position,
belts behind the child restraint so before folding the seat.
children cannot reach them. Pull
{ Warning the shoulder belt all the way out If you need to secure more than one
Do not attach more than one child of the retractor to set the lock, child restraint in the rear seat, see
restraint to a single anchor. if the vehicle has one, after the Where to Put the Restraint on
Attaching more than one child child restraint has been installed. page 3-34.
restraint to a single anchor could This system is designed to make
cause the anchor or attachment installation of child restraints easier.
to come loose or even break
during a crash. A child or others
{ Caution When using lower anchors, do not
use the vehicle's safety belts.
could be injured. To reduce the Do not let the LATCH Instead, use the vehicle's anchors
risk of serious or fatal injuries attachments rub against the and child restraint attachments to
during a crash, attach only one vehicle’s safety belts. This may secure the restraints. Some
child restraint per anchor. damage these parts. If necessary, restraints also use another vehicle
move buckled safety belts to anchor to secure the top tether.
avoid rubbing the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments. attachments to the lower
(Continued) anchors. If the child restraint
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attachments, secure the child 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten If the child restraint has a
restraint with the safety belts the top tether according to dual tether, route the tether
and top tether, if equipped. Refer the child restraint over the seatback.
to the child restraint instructions and the 3. Before placing a child in the
manufacturer instructions and following instructions: child restraint, make sure it is
the instructions in this manual. securely held in place. To check,
1.1. Find the lower anchors for grasp the child restraint at the
the desired seating LATCH path and attempt to
position. move it side to side and back
1.2. Put the child restraint on and forth. There should be no
the seat. more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement, for proper
1.3. Attach and tighten the lower installation.
attachments on the child
restraint to the lower Replacing LATCH System
anchors. If the child restraint has a
single tether, route the Parts After a Crash
2. On coupe models, if the child
tether over the seatback.
restraint manufacturer
recommends that the top tether { Warning
be attached, attach and tighten A crash can damage the LATCH
the top tether to the top tether system in the vehicle. A damaged
anchor, if equipped. Refer to the
LATCH system may not properly
child restraint instructions and
secure the child restraint,
the following steps:
resulting in serious injury or even
2.1. Find the top tether anchor. death in a crash. To help make
sure the LATCH system is
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If the child restraint has the LATCH sure to follow the instructions that
Warning (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and came with the child restraint. Secure
Tethers for Children (LATCH the child in the child restraint when
working properly after a crash, System) on page 3-35 for how and and as the instructions say.
see your dealer to have the where to install your child restraint
system inspected and any If more than one child restraint
using LATCH. If a child restraint is needs to be installed in the rear
necessary replacements made as secured in the vehicle using a
soon as possible. seat, be sure to read Where to Put
safety belt and it uses a top tether, the Restraint on page 3-34.
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) on 1. Put the child restraint on
If the vehicle has the LATCH system
and it was being used during a page 3-35 for top tether anchor the seat.
crash, new LATCH system parts locations. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
may be needed. Do not secure a child restraint in a the lap and shoulder portions of
position without a top tether anchor the vehicle's safety belt through
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the LATCH if a national or local law requires or around the restraint. The child
system was not being used at the that the top tether be anchored, or if restraint instructions will show
time of the crash. the instructions that come with the you how.
child restraint say that the top strap
Securing Child Restraints must be anchored.
(Rear Seat) In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
When securing a child restraint in a a top tether, and that the tether be
rear seating position, study the attached.
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is If the child restraint does not have
compatible with this vehicle. the LATCH system, you will be
using the safety belt to secure the
child restraint
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3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down
buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the
Position the release button on lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to
the buckle so that the safety belt set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt,
could be quickly unbuckled if not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back
necessary. into the retractor. When installing
a forward-facing child restraint, it
may be helpful to use your knee
to push down on the child
restraint as you tighten the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
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6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints


tether, follow the child restraint
(Right Front
{ Warning
manufacturer instructions
regarding the use of the top Passenger Seat) A child in a rear-facing child
tether. See Lower Anchors and restraint can be seriously injured
This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the right front
Tethers for Children (LATCH seat is a safer place to secure a
System) on page 3-35. passenger airbag inflates. This is
forward-facing child restraint. See because the back of the
7. Before placing a child in the Where to Put the Restraint on
rear-facing child restraint would
child restraint, make sure it is page 3-34
be very close to the inflating
securely held in place. To check, In addition, the vehicle has a airbag. A child in a forward-facing
grasp the child restraint at the passenger sensing system which is
safety belt path and attempt to child restraint can be seriously
designed to turn off the right front injured or killed if the right front
move it side to side and back passenger frontal airbag under
and forth. When the child passenger airbag inflates and the
certain conditions. See Passenger passenger seat is in a forward
restraint is properly installed, Sensing System on page 3-22 and
there should be no more than position.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. on page 5-15 for more information, Even if the passenger sensing
To remove the child restraint, including important safety system has turned off the right
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and information. front passenger frontal airbag, no
let it return to the stowed position. A label on the sun visor says, system is fail-safe. No one can
If the top tether is attached to a top “Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not
tether anchor, disconnect it. the front.” This is because the risk to deploy under some unusual
the rear-facing child is so great if the circumstance, even though it is
airbag deploys. turned off.
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Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on


Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor the seat.
if a national or local law requires If the seat has a safety belt
Secure rear-facing child restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if
in a rear seat, even if the airbag guide, remove the safety belt
the instructions that come with the from the guide by unsnapping
is off. If you secure a child restraint say that the top strap
forward-facing child restraint in the guide on the seat. Do not
must be anchored. secure the child restraint with
the right front seat, always move
the front passenger seat as far In Canada, the law requires that the safety belt routed through
forward-facing child restraints have the guide.
back as it will go. It is better to
a top tether, and that the tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
secure the child restraint in a
attached. the lap and shoulder portions of
rear seat.
You will be using the lap-shoulder the vehicle's safety belt through
See Passenger Sensing System belt to secure the child restraint in or around the restraint. The child
on page 3-22 for additional this position. Follow the instructions restraint instructions will show
information. that came with the child restraint. you how.
1. Move the seat as far back as it
If the child restraint has the LATCH will go before securing the
system, see Lower Anchors and forward-facing child restraint.
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) on page 3-35 for how and When the passenger sensing
where to install the child restraint system has turned off the right
using LATCH. If a child restraint is front passenger frontal airbag,
secured using a safety belt and it the off indicator on the
uses a top tether, see Lower passenger airbag status
Anchors and Tethers for Children indicator should light and stay lit
(LATCH System) on page 3-35 for when the vehicle is started. See
top tether anchor locations. Passenger Airbag Status
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4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down
buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the
Position the release button on lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to
the buckle, so that the safety set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt,
belt could be quickly unbuckled not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back
if necessary. into the retractor. When installing
a forward-facing child restraint, it
may be helpful to use your knee
to push down on the child
restraint as you tighten the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
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7. Before placing a child in the If the airbag is off, the off indicator in
child restraint, make sure it is the passenger airbag status
securely held in place. To check, indicator will come on and stay on
grasp the child restraint at the when the vehicle is started.
safety belt path and attempt to If a child restraint has been installed
move it side to side and back and the on indicator is lit, see “If the
and forth. When the child On Indicator is Lit for a Child
restraint is properly installed, Restraint” under Passenger Sensing
there should be no more than System on page 3-22 for more
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. information.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
If the seat has a safety belt guide,
return the safety belt into the guide
by snapping the guide around the
webbing.

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Storage 4-1

Storage Storage The trunk partition attaches to the


sides of the trunk to protect the
Compartments convertible top or can be rolled up
and stored when the convertible top
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 4-1 { Warning is up.
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Fastened Position
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 4-2 objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and
Tonneau Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 could result in injury.
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Glove Box
Open the glove box by lifting up on
the lever. Use the key to lock and
unlock the glove box. 1. Pull on the handle (1) to detach
and roll out the trunk partition (2)
Rear Storage at the front of the trunk (3).
Rear Trunk Partition
The trunk partition keeps cargo
away from the convertible top.

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1. Pull the handle (3) toward the Center Console Storage


rear of the trunk while pulling up
to release the trunk partition (2) To open, lift the latch on the front
from the brackets (1). edge of the armrest.
2. Hold the handle (3) and slowly There is an accessory power outlet
let the trunk partition (2) roll up and an optional USB/audio jack in
toward the front of the trunk (4). the storage area. See Power Outlets
on page 5-5 and Auxiliary Devices
on page 7-15.
2. Attach the trunk partition (2) into
the brackets (1).
3. Remove any objects from the
top of the trunk partition (2).
Stored Position

3. Attach the handle (1) to the


rolled-up trunk partition (2) at the
front of the trunk (3).
See Convertible Top Messages on
page 5-34.

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Additional Storage
Features
Tonneau Cover
Installation
1. Remove the tonneau cover
storage bag from the trunk and
remove the tonneau cover.

3. Fold the sides of the tonneau 4. Insert the tab (1) under the
cover over. Attach the cord (1) at trim (2) on both sides.
the front edge of the tonneau
cover to the post (2) on the back
seat rear panel on both sides.

2. Unfold and place the tonneau


cover on the vehicle.

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5. Push the outside rim (1) of the Removal


tonneau cover under the vehicle
trim (2) on both sides.

2. Fold the sides of the tonneau


cover over and remove the
1. Grip the tonneau cover at the cord (1) from the post (2) on the
notch and pull back to release back seat rear panel on both
6. Push the edge (2) of the center the tab on both sides. sides.
of the tonneau cover (1) under 3. Fold the tonneau cover, place it
the vehicle trim (3). in the storage bag, and store it in
the trunk.

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Storage 4-5

Convenience Net
For vehicles with a convenience net
inside the trunk, it can be used to
secure loose items.

The upper (1) and lower (3) hooks


on each side of the trunk opening
are provided to attach the net.
Install the opening of the net at the
top and over the two middle
hooks (2).

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2 NOTES

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Instruments and Controls 5-1

Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature


Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Information Displays
Driver Information
Controls Transmission Temperature
Gauge (Except ZL1) . . . . . . . . 5-13
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . 5-28
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . 5-14 Vehicle Messages
Controls Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . 5-15
Passenger Airbag Status Battery Voltage and Charging
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 5-2 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Charging System Light . . . . . . 5-16 Brake System Messages . . . . 5-34
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-3 Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Malfunction
Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17 Convertible Top Messages . . . 5-34
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Cruise Control Messages . . . . 5-35
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Brake System Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) Engine Cooling System
Indicators Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21 Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . 5-36
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Traction Control System Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-37
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light . . . . 5-21 Fuel System Messages . . . . . . 5-37
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Traction Control System Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-37
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 (TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak® OFF Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22 Object Detection System
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . 5-22 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-23 Ride Control System
Engine Oil Pressure Immobilizer Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . 5-24 Airbag System Messages . . . . 5-41
Engine Oil Temperature Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . 5-24 Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Taillamp Indicator Light . . . . . . 5-24 Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-41
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Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-42 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel


Vehicle Reminder while driving.
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-43 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls
Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43 Adjustment
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . 5-44
Universal Remote System
Universal Remote System . . . 5-47
Universal Remote System
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-47
Universal Remote System
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-50

Some audio controls can be


To adjust the steering wheel: adjusted at the steering wheel.
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel
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b / g (Push to Talk): For vehicles Horn


with Bluetooth® or OnStar®, press to
interact with those systems. See Press a on the steering wheel pad
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on to sound the horn.
page 7-25 or Bluetooth
(Infotainment Controls) on Windshield Wiper/Washer
page 7-22 or Bluetooth (Overview)
on page 7-20 or OnStar Overview INT: (Intermittent Wipes): Move
on page 14-1. the lever up to INT for intermittent
$ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to wipes, then turn the x INT band
reject an incoming call, or end a up for more frequent wipes or down
current call. Press to silence the for less frequent wipes.
vehicle speakers while using the OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.
infotainment system. Press again to The windshield wiper/washer lever
turn the sound on. is on the right side of the steering 8 (Mist): For a single wipe, briefly
move the wiper lever down. For
_ SRC ^ (Toggle Switch): Press to column. With the ignition in ACC/
several wipes, hold the wiper
select an audio source. ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move
the windshield wiper lever to select lever down.
Turn up or down to select the next the wiper speed. Clear snow and ice from the wiper
or previous favorite radio station or blades and windshield before using
CD, or MP3 track. HI: Use for fast wipes.
them. If frozen to the windshield,
+ x − (Volume): Press + or − to LO: Use for slow wipes. carefully loosen or thaw them.
increase or decrease the volume. Damaged blades should be
replaced. See Wiper Blade
Replacement on page 10-36.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the
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Wiper Parking been activated. See Washer Fluid operate for a certain number of
If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ on page 10-30 for information on miles or degrees of turn before
OFF while the wipers are on LO, HI, filling the windshield washer fluid needing a signal from the GPS
or INT, they will immediately stop. reservoir. satellites. When the compass
display shows CAL, drive the
If the windshield wiper lever is then
moved to off before the driver door
{ Warning vehicle for a short distance in an
open area where it can receive a
is opened or within 10 minutes, the In freezing weather, do not use GPS signal. The compass system
wipers will restart and move to the the washer until the windshield is will automatically determine when
base of the windshield. warmed. Otherwise the washer the GPS signal is restored and
If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ fluid can form ice on the provide a heading again.
OFF while the wipers are performing windshield, blocking your vision.
wipes due to windshield washing, Clock
the wipers continue to run until they The infotainment system controls
reach the base of the windshield. Compass
are used to access the time and
n L (Windshield Washer): Pull The vehicle may have a compass date settings through the menu
the windshield wiper lever toward display in the Driver Information system. The clock menu can only
you to spray windshield washer fluid Center (DIC). The compass receives be used with the radio on while in
and activate the wipers. The wipers its heading and other information ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.
will continue until the lever is from the Global Positioning
released or the maximum wash time System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak, Setting the Time and Date
is reached. When the windshield and vehicle speed information. 1. Press the CONFIG button.
wiper lever is released, additional Avoid covering the GPS antenna, 2. Select Time and Date Settings.
wipes may occur depending on how located on the roof, for long periods
long the windshield washer had of time with objects that may 3. Select Set Time or Set Date.
interfere with the antenna's ability to 4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
receive a satellite
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5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob 2. Select Time and Date Settings. When adding electrical equipment,
to select the next value. 3. Highlight Month & Day Format. be sure to follow the proper
6. To save the time or date and installation instructions included with
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob the equipment. See Add-On
return to the Time and Date to select MM/DD (month/day) or Electrical Equipment on page 9-60.
Settings menu, press the / DD/MM (day/month).
BACK button at any time or
press the MENU/SELECT knob Power Outlets
{ Caution
after adjusting the minutes Hanging heavy equipment from
or year. The vehicle has two accessory
power outlets; one is below the the power outlet can cause
If auto timing is set, the time climate control system and the other damage not covered by the
displayed on the clock may not is inside the center console storage. vehicle warranty. The power
update immediately when driving They can be used to plug in outlets are designed for
into a new time zone. electrical equipment, such as a cell accessory power plugs only, such
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format phone or an MP3 player. as cell phone charge cords.

1. Press the CONFIG button. The accessory power outlets do not


work when the key is removed from
2. Select Time and Date Settings. the ignition and the driver door is
3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. opened. This helps to preserve the
battery life of the vehicle.
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
to select the 12 hour or 24 hour Certain power accessory plugs may
display format. not be compatible with the
accessory power outlet and could
Setting the Month & Day overload vehicle and adapter fuses.
Format If a problem is experienced, see
1. Press the CONFIG button. your dealer.
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Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there


could be a problem with a vehicle
Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning
lights work together to indicate a
Indicators problem with the vehicle.
Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights
signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while
before it becomes serious enough driving, or when one of the gauges
to cause an expensive repair or shows there may be a problem,
replacement. Paying attention to the check the section that explains what
warning lights and gauges could to do. Follow this manual's advice.
prevent injury. Waiting to do repairs can be costly
Warning lights come on when there and even dangerous.
could be a problem with a vehicle
function. Some warning lights come
on briefly when the engine is started
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Instrument Cluster

V8 English Shown, V6, Metric, and Manual Transmission Similar

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Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge


The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far
vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since
per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last reset.
hour (mph). The trip odometer is accessed and
reset through the Driver Information
Odometer Center (DIC). See Driver
The odometer shows how far the Information Center (DIC) on
vehicle has been driven, in either page 5-25.
kilometers or miles.
This vehicle has a tamper-resistant
Tachometer
odometer. If the vehicle needs a The tachometer displays the engine
new odometer installed, the new speed in revolutions per Metric
one is set to the mileage of the old minute (rpm).
odometer. If this is not possible, it is
set at zero and a label is put on the
driver door to show the old mileage
reading.

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When the ignition is on, the fuel Here are some situations that can Engine Oil Pressure
gauge shows about how much fuel occur with the fuel gauge. None of
the vehicle has left in the fuel tank. these indicate a problem with the
Gauge
An arrow on the fuel gauge shows fuel gauge.
the side of the vehicle on which the . At the gas station, the fuel pump
fuel door is located. shuts off before the gauge
The gauge indicates empty before reads full.
the vehicle is out of fuel, to show . It takes a little more or less fuel
that the vehicle's fuel tank should be to fill up than the fuel gauge
filled soon. indicated. For example, the
When the fuel tank is low on fuel, a gauge may have indicated the
FUEL LEVEL LOW message will tank was half full, but it actually Metric
appear on the Driver Information took a little more or less than
Center (DIC). For more information half the tank's capacity to fill
see Fuel System Messages on the tank.
page 5-37. . The pointer on the fuel gauge is
on empty when the ignition is off.

English
For vehicles with the oil pressure
gauge, it is near the shift lever, and
shows the engine oil pressure
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in kPa (kilopascals) or psi (pounds Engine Oil Temperature


per square inch) when the engine is { Caution Gauge
running.
Lack of proper engine oil
Oil pressure may vary with engine maintenance can damage the
speed, outside temperature, and oil engine. Driving with the engine
viscosity, but readings above the oil low can also damage the
low pressure zone indicate the engine. The repairs would not be
normal operating range. When the covered by the vehicle warranty.
oil pressure reaches the low
Check the oil level as soon as
pressure zone, a message appears
possible. Add oil if required, but if
in the Driver Information Center
(DIC). See Engine Oil Messages on the oil level is within the operating
page 5-36 and Engine Oil on range and the oil pressure is still
page 10-12 for more information. low, have the vehicle serviced.
Always follow the maintenance
schedule for changing engine oil. Metric

A reading in the low pressure zone


can be caused by a dangerously
low oil level or some other problem
causing low oil pressure. Check the
oil as soon as possible.

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Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge

English English
For vehicles with this gauge, it is This gauge indicates the engine
near the shift lever and indicates coolant temperature. If the gauge
Metric
engine oil temperature. If the gauge pointer moved to the H or the
pointed moves to the higher end of shaded area, the engine coolant is
the gauge, the engine oil operating hotter than normal. It is
temperature is operating hotter than acceptable if this happens during
normal. It is acceptable if this aggressive driving or racetrack
happens during aggressive driving usage. The DIC will display a
or racetrack usage. The DIC will warning message if the engine
display a warning message if the coolant temperature exceeds an
engine oil temperature exceeds an acceptable level. See Engine
acceptable level. See Engine Oil Cooling System Messages on
Messages on page 5-36 in DIC. page 5-36 in DIC.
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Transmission reading in the red area and/or a Voltmeter Gauge


message appears in the Driver
Temperature Gauge Information Center (DIC), the
(Except ZL1) vehicle must be stopped and the
cause checked. One possible cause
is a low fluid level in the
transmission.
For information on the DIC
messages see Transmission
Messages on page 5-42.
Metric
{ Caution
Metric Do not drive the vehicle while the
transmission fluid is overheating,
or the transmission can be
damaged. This could lead to
costly repairs that would not be
covered by the warranty.

English
For vehicles with this gauge, it is
English near the shift lever, and shows the
battery's state of charge in DC volts.
For vehicles with this gauge, it is
near the shift lever, and shows the When the engine is running, and the
transmission oil temperature when ignition is on, this gauge shows the
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The vehicle's charging system Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt
regulates voltage based on the state Reminder Light
of charge of the battery. It is normal Driver Safety Belt Reminder
for the voltmeter to fluctuate. Light There is a passenger safety belt
Readings between the low and high reminder light near the passenger
There is a driver safety belt airbag status indicator. See
warning zones indicate the normal
reminder light on the instrument Passenger Sensing System on
operating range.
cluster. page 3-22.
Readings in the low warning zone
can occur when a large number of
electrical accessories are operating
in the vehicle and the engine is left
idling for an extended period.
If there is a problem with the battery
charging system, a message
appears in the Driver Information When the vehicle is started, this When the vehicle is started, this
Center (DIC) and/or the charging light flashes and a chime may come light flashes and a chime may come
system light comes on. See Battery on to remind the driver to fasten on to remind passengers to fasten
Voltage and Charging Messages on their safety belt. Then the light stays their safety belt. Then the light stays
page 5-34 and Charging System on solid until the belt is buckled. on solid until the belt is buckled.
Light on page 5-16 for more This cycle may continue several This cycle continues several times if
information. times if the driver remains or the passenger remains or becomes
However, readings in either warning becomes unbuckled while the unbuckled while the vehicle is
zone can indicate a possible vehicle is moving. moving.
problem in the electrical system. If the driver safety belt is buckled, If the passenger safety belt is
Have the vehicle serviced as soon neither the light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the
as possible. comes on. light comes on.
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The front passenger safety belt If there is a problem with the airbag
warning light and chime may turn on system, a Driver Information Center
if an object is put on the seat such (DIC) message may also come on.
as a briefcase, handbag, grocery See Airbag System Messages on
bag, laptop, or other electronic page 5-41.
device. To turn off the warning light
and/or chime, remove the object The airbag readiness light comes on Passenger Airbag Status
from the seat or buckle the
safety belt.
for several seconds when the Indicator
vehicle is started. If the light does
not come on then, have it fixed The vehicle has a passenger
Airbag Readiness Light immediately. sensing system. See Passenger
Sensing System on page 3-22 for
This light shows if there is an important safety information. The
electrical problem with the airbag { Warning overhead console has a passenger
system. The system check includes airbag status indicator.
the airbag sensor(s), passenger If the airbag readiness light stays
sensing system, the pretensioners, on after the vehicle is started or
the airbag modules, the wiring, and comes on while driving, it means
the crash sensing and diagnostic the airbag system might not be
module. For more information on the working properly. The airbags in
airbag system, see Airbag System the vehicle might not inflate in a
on page 3-15. crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid
injury, have the vehicle serviced
right away.

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If the word ON or the on symbol is


lit on the passenger airbag status Warning (Continued)
indicator, it means that the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag is away. See Airbag Readiness
allowed to inflate. Light on page 5-15 for more
information, including important
If the word OFF or the off symbol is safety information.
United States lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has Charging System Light
turned off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there
Canada and Mexico are no lights at all, there may be a
problem with the lights or the
When the vehicle is started, the passenger sensing system. See
passenger airbag status indicator your dealer for service. The charging system light comes on
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol briefly when the ignition is turned
for on and off, for several seconds
as a system check. Then, after { Warning on, but the engine is not running, as
a check to show the light is working.
several seconds, the status If the airbag readiness light ever It should go out when the engine is
indicator will light either ON or OFF, comes on and stays on, it means started.
or either the on or off symbol, to let
that something may be wrong If the light stays on, or comes on
you know the status of the front
with the airbag system. To help while driving, there may be a
outboard passenger frontal airbag.
avoid injury to yourself or others, problem with the electrical charging
have the vehicle serviced right
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system. Have it checked by your vehicle serviced by your dealer. See


dealer. Driving while this light is on Ignition Positions on page 9-17 for { Caution
could drain the battery. more information.
If the vehicle is continually driven
When this light comes on, the Driver with this light on, the emission
Information Center (DIC) also controls might not work as well,
displays a message. the vehicle fuel economy might
See Battery Voltage and Charging not be as good, and the engine
Messages on page 5-34. might not run as smoothly. This
If a short distance must be driven could lead to costly repairs that
with the light on, be sure to turn off If the malfunction indicator lamp might not be covered by the
all accessories, such as the radio comes on while the engine is vehicle warranty.
and air conditioner. running, this indicates that the OBD
II system has detected a problem
Malfunction and diagnosis and service might be
{ Caution
Indicator Lamp required.
Malfunctions often are indicated by Modifications made to the engine,
A computer system called OBD II transmission, exhaust, intake,
the system before any problem is
(On-Board Diagnostics-Second
apparent. Being aware of the light or fuel system of the vehicle or
Generation) monitors the operation
can prevent more serious damage the replacement of the original
of the vehicle to ensure emissions
to the vehicle. This system also tires with other than those of the
are at acceptable levels, helping to
assists the service technician in same Tire Performance Criteria
maintain a clean environment. The
correctly diagnosing any (TPC) can affect the vehicle's
malfunction indicator lamp comes
malfunction. emission controls and can cause
on when the vehicle is placed in
ON/RUN, as a check to show it is this light to come on.
working. If it does not, have the Modifications to these systems
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If the light continues to flash, find a


. Check that good quality fuel is
Caution (Continued) safe place to stop and park the used. Poor fuel quality causes
vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at the engine not to run as
could lead to costly repairs not least 10 seconds, and restart the efficiently as designed and may
covered by the vehicle warranty. engine. If the light is still flashing, cause stalling after start-up,
This could also result in a failure follow the previous steps and see stalling when the vehicle is
to pass a required Emission your dealer for service as soon as changed into gear, misfiring,
Inspection/Maintenance test. See possible. hesitation on acceleration,
Accessories and Modifications on or stumbling on acceleration.
Light On Steady: An emission These conditions might go away
page 10-3.
control system malfunction has once the engine is warmed up.
been detected on the vehicle.
This light comes on during a Diagnosis and service might be If one or more of these conditions
malfunction in one of two ways: required. occurs, change the fuel brand used.
It may require at least one full tank
Light Flashing: A misfire condition The following may correct an of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
has been detected. A misfire emission control system
increases vehicle emissions and malfunction: See Fuel on page 9-50.
could damage the emission control . Check that the fuel cap is fully If none of the above have made the
system on the vehicle. Diagnosis installed. See Filling the Tank on light turn off, your dealer can check
and service might be required. page 9-52. The diagnostic the vehicle. The dealer has the
To prevent more serious damage to system can determine if the fuel proper test equipment and
the vehicle: cap has been left off or diagnostic tools to fix any
improperly installed. A loose or mechanical or electrical problems
. Reduce vehicle speed. that might have developed.
missing fuel cap allows fuel to
. Avoid hard accelerations. evaporate into the atmosphere.
. Avoid steep uphill grades. A few driving trips with the cap
properly installed should turn the
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Emissions Inspection and the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning
Maintenance Programs while the engine is off. See your
dealer for assistance in verifying
Light
Depending on where you live, your proper operation of the The vehicle brake system consists
vehicle may be required to malfunction indicator lamp. of two hydraulic circuits. If one
participate in an emission control circuit is not working, the remaining
system inspection and maintenance . The OBD II (On-Board
Diagnostics) system determines circuit can still work to stop the
program. For the inspection, the vehicle. For normal braking
emission system test equipment will that critical emission control
systems have not been performance, both circuits need to
likely connect to the vehicle's Data be working
Link Connector (DLC). completely diagnosed. The
vehicle would be considered not If the warning light comes on, there
ready for inspection. This can is a brake problem. Have the brake
happen if the 12-volt battery has system inspected right away.
recently been replaced or run
down. The diagnostic system is
designed to evaluate critical
emission control systems during
normal driving. This can take
The DLC is under the instrument several days of routine driving.
panel to the left of the steering If this has been done and the Metric English
wheel. See your dealer if assistance vehicle still does not pass the
is needed. inspection for lack of OBD II If the vehicle has antilock brakes,
The vehicle may not pass system readiness, your dealer this light should come on when the
inspection if: can prepare the vehicle for key is turned to START. If it does
inspection. not come on, have it fixed so it will
. The malfunction indicator lamp is be ready to warn if there is a
on with the engine running, or if problem.
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When the ignition is on, the brake Antilock Brake System


system warning light also comes on { Warning (ABS) Warning Light
when the parking brake is set. The
light stays on if the parking brake The brake system might not be
does not fully release. If it stays on working properly if the brake
after the parking brake is fully system warning light is on.
released, it means the vehicle has a Driving with the brake system
brake problem. warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after
If, while driving, the light comes on
the vehicle has been pulled off
and a brake message comes on the
the road and carefully stopped, This light comes on briefly when the
Driver Information Center (DIC), pull
off the road and stop carefully. The have the vehicle towed for engine is started.
pedal could be harder to push or the service. If the light does not come on, have it
pedal can go closer to the floor. fixed so it will be ready to warn if
It could take longer to stop. If the The brake message remains on until there is a problem.
light is still on, have the vehicle the MENU button is pressed. The If the ABS light stays on, turn the
towed for service. See Antilock brake light remains until the problem ignition off.
Brake System (ABS) Warning Light is fixed. See Brake System
on page 5-20 and Towing the Messages on page 5-34 for more If the light comes on while driving,
Vehicle on page 10-90. information. stop as soon as it is safely possible
and turn off the vehicle. Then start
the engine again to reset the
system. If the ABS light stays on,
or comes on again while driving, the
vehicle needs service. A chime may
also sound when the light comes on
steady.
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If the ABS light is the only light on, dealer. If the system is working Traction Control System
the vehicle has regular brakes, but normally, the indicator light then
the antilock brakes are not turns off.
(TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
functioning. The traction off light comes on when
If both the ABS and the brake the Traction Control System (TCS)
system warning light are on, the has been turned off by pressing and
vehicle's antilock brakes are not releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak
functioning and there is a problem button.
with the regular brakes. See your This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
dealer for service. light come on when StabiliTrak is This light comes on briefly when the
See Brake System Warning Light on turned off. engine is started.
page 5-19 and Brake System If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not
Messages on page 5-34. If the light does not come on, have
limited. Adjust driving accordingly. the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
See Traction Control/Electronic If the system is working normally,
Traction Off Light the indicator light turns off.
Stability Control on page 9-37.
If the light is on and not flashing, the
TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak
system have been disabled. A DIC
message may display. Check the
DIC messages to determine which
feature(s) is no longer functioning
and whether the vehicle requires
This light comes on briefly while service.
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If the indicator/warning light is on controlling the vehicle. Turn on the Tire Pressure Light
and flashing, the TCS and/or the TCS and the StabiliTrak system and
StabiliTrak system is actively the warning light turns off.
working. For SS models, when both TCS and
See Traction Control/Electronic StabiliTrak lights are on, the vehicle
Stability Control on page 9-37. is in Competitive Mode. A warning
also appears on the DIC for
Traction Control System StabiliTrak Competitive Mode. See
Ride Control System Messages on
(TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak® page 5-39.
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this light
OFF Light comes on briefly when the engine is
For ZL1, when both TCS and
StabiliTrak lights are on, the vehicle started. It provides information
is in Performance Traction about tire pressures and the TPMS.
Management or both TCS and When the Light Is On Steady
StabiliTrak systems are disabled.
This indicates that one or more of
See Traction Control/Electronic the tires are significantly
Stability Control on page 9-37 and underinflated.
This light should come on briefly as Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-39. A Driver Information Center (DIC)
the engine is started. If it does not tire pressure message may also
come on, have the vehicle serviced display. See Tire Messages on
by your dealer. page 5-41. Stop as soon as
This light comes on when the possible, and inflate the tires to the
StabiliTrak system is turned off. pressure value shown on the Tire
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not and Loading Information label. See
limited. If the StabiliTrak system is Tire Pressure on page 10-56.
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When the Light Flashes First and Engine Oil Pressure Light
Then Is On Steady
If the light flashes for about a minute
and then stays on, there may be a
{ Caution
problem with the TPMS. If the Lack of proper engine oil
problem is not corrected, the light maintenance can damage the
will come on at every ignition cycle. engine. Driving with the engine This light should come on briefly as
See Tire Pressure Monitor oil low can also damage the the engine is started. If it does not
Operation on page 10-59. engine. The repairs would not be come on, have the vehicle serviced
covered by the vehicle warranty. by your dealer.
Check the oil level as soon as If the light comes on and stays on, it
possible. Add oil if required, but if means that oil is not flowing through
the oil level is within the operating the engine properly. The vehicle
range and the oil pressure is still could be low on oil and might have
low, have the vehicle serviced. some other system problem. See
Always follow the maintenance your dealer.
schedule for changing engine oil.

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Immobilizer Light High-Beam On Light Taillamp Indicator Light

The immobilizer light should come This light comes on when the This light comes on when the
on briefly as the engine is started. high-beam headlamps are in use. taillamps are in use.
If it does not come on, have the See Headlamp High/Low-Beam
vehicle serviced by your dealer. Changer on page 6-2. Cruise Control Light
If the system is working normally,
the indicator light turns off.
Front Fog Lamp Light
If the light stays on and the engine
does not start, there could be a
problem with the immobilizer
system. See Immobilizer Operation
on page 2-13.
The cruise control light is white
when the cruise control is on and
The front fog lamp light comes on ready, and turns green when the
when the fog lamps are in use. cruise control is set and active.

The light goes out when the fog The light goes out when the cruise
lamps are turned off. See Front Fog control is turned off. See Cruise
Lamps on page 6-4. Control on page 9-44.
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Information Displays The bottom of the DIC display Trip/Fuel Menu Items
shows what position the shift lever
Press the MENU button on the turn
is in (Automatic Transmission Only),
Driver Information the odometer, and the direction the
signal lever until Trip/Fuel
Center (DIC) Information Menu is displayed. Use
vehicle is driving.
the thumbwheel to scroll through the
The DIC displays information about DIC Buttons following menu items:
your vehicle. It also displays . Digital Speedometer
warning messages if a system
problem is detected. See Vehicle . Trip 1
Messages on page 5-33. All . Trip 2
messages appear in the DIC display
in the center of the instrument
. Fuel Range
cluster. . Average Fuel Economy
The vehicle may also have features 1. SET/CLR (Set/Clear): Use this . Average Vehicle Speed
that can be customized through the button to set or clear the menu
controls on the radio. See Vehicle item when it is displayed.
. Turn-by-Turn
Personalization on page 5-44. . Blank
2. w / x (Thumbwheel): Use the
DIC Operation and Displays thumbwheel to scroll through the Digital Speedometer
The DIC has different displays items in each menu. The speedometer shows how fast
which can be accessed by using the 3. MENU: Press this button to get the vehicle is moving in either
DIC buttons on the turn signal lever to the Trip/Fuel Menu and the kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
on the left side of the steering Vehicle Information Menu. Some per hour (mph). The speedometer
wheel. The DIC displays trip, fuel, models may also have a cannot be reset.
vehicle system information, and Performance Menu.
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Trip 1 and Trip 2 since the last time this menu item Vehicle Information Menu
The Trip display shows the current was reset. The fuel economy can be Items
distance traveled, in either reset by pressing the SET/CLR
button while the Average Fuel Press the MENU button on the turn
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since signal lever until Vehicle Information
the last reset for the trip odometer. Economy display is showing.
Menu is displayed. Use the
The trip odometer can be reset to Average Vehicle Speed thumbwheel to scroll through the
zero by pressing the trip reset stem following menu items:
or the SET/CLR button while the trip The Average Vehicle Speed display
odometer display is showing. shows the average speed of the . Unit
vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) . Tire Pressure
Fuel Range or miles per hour (mph). This
average is calculated based on the . Remaining Oil Life
The Fuel Range display shows the
approximate distance the vehicle various vehicle speeds recorded . Coolant Temp
can be driven without refueling. The since the last reset of this value.
The average speed can be reset by
. Battery Voltage
fuel range estimate is based on an
average of the vehicle's fuel pressing the SET/CLR button while . Speed Warning
economy over recent driving history the Average Vehicle Speed display
is showing. Unit
and the amount of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be Turn-by-Turn Move the thumbwheel up or down to
reset. switch between US or Metric when
This display is used for the OnStar the Unit display is active. Press
Average Fuel Economy Turn-by-Turn Navigation. See SET/CLR to confirm the setting.
The Average Fuel Economy display OnStar Overview on page 14-1. This will change the displays on the
shows the approximate average Blank Display cluster and DIC to either English
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) (US) or metric measurements.
or miles per gallon (mpg). This This display shows no information.
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Tire Pressure Maintenance Schedule. See Battery Voltage


The display will show a vehicle with Maintenance Schedule on This display, available on some
the approximate pressures of all page 11-2. vehicles, shows the current battery
four tires. Tire pressure is displayed Remember, the Oil Life display must voltage. If the voltage is in the
in either kilopascal (kPa) or in be reset after each oil change. It will normal range, the value will display.
pounds per square inch (psi). See not reset itself. Also, be careful not For example, the display may read
Tire Pressure Monitor System on to reset the Oil Life display Battery Voltage 15.0 Volts. The
page 10-58 and Tire Pressure accidentally at any time other than vehicle's charging system regulates
Monitor Operation on page 10-59. when the oil has just been changed. voltage based on the state of the
It cannot be reset accurately until battery. The battery voltage can
Remaining Oil Life the next oil change. To reset the fluctuate while viewing this
This display shows an estimate of engine oil life system press the information on the DIC. This is
the oil's remaining useful life. SET/CLR button while the Oil Life normal. See Charging System Light
If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is display is active. See Engine Oil on page 5-16. If there is a problem
displayed, that means 99% of the Life System on page 10-15. with the battery charging system,
current oil life remains. the DIC will display a message. See
Coolant Temperature Battery Voltage and Charging
When the remaining oil life is low,
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This display, available on some Messages on page 5-34.
message will appear on the display. vehicles, shows the temperature of
the engine cooling system fluid in Speed Warning
See Engine Oil Messages on
page 5-36. The oil should be either degrees Celsius (°C) or Speed Warning allows the driver to
changed as soon as possible. See degrees Fahrenheit (°F). set a speed that they do not want to
Engine Oil on page 10-12. In exceed. To set the Speed Warning,
addition to the engine oil life system press SET/CLR when Speed
monitoring the oil life, additional Warning is displayed.
maintenance is recommended in the
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Performance Menu Coolant Temperature and Battery Head-Up Display (HUD)


Voltage
Some vehicles may have a
performance menu. Press the The coolant temperature display
shows the temperature of the
{ Warning
MENU button on the turn signal
lever until Performance Menu is engine cooling system fluid in either If the HUD image is too bright or
displayed. Use the thumbwheel to degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees too high in your field of view, it
scroll through the following menu Fahrenheit (°F). may take you more time to see
items: The battery voltage display shows things you need to see when it is
. Lap Timer the current battery voltage. The dark outside. Be sure to keep the
vehicle's charging system regulates HUD image dim and placed low in
. Coolant Temperature and your field of view.
voltage based on the state of the
Battery Voltage
battery. The battery voltage can
Lap Timer fluctuate while viewing this If equipped with HUD, some
information on the DIC. This is information concerning the
The Lap Timer display shows total
normal. See Charging System Light operation of the vehicle is projected
time, lap times, top speed, average
on page 5-16. If there is a problem onto the windshield. This includes
speed, and average time when
with the battery charging system, but is not limited to the speedometer
active.
the DIC will display a message. See reading, rpm reading, transmission
While in this display, press SET/ Battery Voltage and Charging position, outside air temperature,
CLR to activate the lap timer Messages on page 5-34. compass heading, and a brief
function. While timer is active, press display of the current radio station,
MENU to store the current lap time Compass
including XM information or CD
and start timer for new lap. Press The vehicle may have a compass track. It will also display
SET/CLR to pause or resume lap display in the Driver Information Turn-by-Turn Navigation information
timer. Press and hold SET/CLR to Center (DIC). See Compass on if the vehicle has OnStar® . The
clear and exit the lap timer function. page 5-4.
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images are projected through the Driver Information Center (DIC). The following indicator lights come
HUD lens on the driver side of the See the Infotainment Manual and on in the instrument cluster when
instrument panel. Driver Information Center (DIC) on activated and may also appear on
page 5-25. the HUD:
{ Caution . Turn Signal Indicators
If you try to use the HUD image
. High-Beam Indicator Symbol
as a parking aid, you may The HUD also temporarily displays
misjudge the distance and the following messages on vehicles
damage your vehicle. Do not use with these systems, when they are
the HUD image as a parking aid. active:
. Check Tire Pressure
The tap shift gear will appear on the . Cruise Set To
HUD if the vehicle has tap shift and
it is active. The shift timing lights
. Fuel Level Low
and a lateral acceleration (G-Force) . Speed Limited To
indicator may also appear. HUD Display on the Vehicle
Windshield
. Traction Control Active
The language of the HUD .
information displayed can be The HUD information appears as an Stabilitrak Active
changed. The speedometer reading image focused out toward the front . Park Distance Unavailable
and other numerical values can be of the vehicle. . Gap Alert Off
displayed in either English or metric When the ignition key is turned to
units. When the HUD is on, the
ON/RUN, the HUD will display when
speedometer reading is continually
The language selection is changed ready.
displayed. The current radio station
through the radio and the units of
or CD track number may display for
measurement selection is changed
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or CD track status changes. This To adjust the HUD image so that « (Up): or ª (Down): Press the
may happen whenever radio items are properly displayed: up or down arrows to center the
information is changed. The 1. Adjust the driver seat to a HUD image in your view. The HUD
speedometer size is reduced when comfortable position. image can only be adjusted up and
radio, CD information, or warnings down, not side to side.
are displayed on the HUD. 2. Start the engine.
PAGE: Press to select the display
When the phone feature is 3. Adjust the HUD controls. formats. Release the PAGE button
activated, the HUD will briefly Use the following settings to adjust when the format number with the
display phone information, the HUD. desired display is shown on the
if available. HUD. If vehicle messages are
OFF: Turn the HUD dimming knob
displayed, pressing PAGE may clear
fully counterclockwise until the HUD
the message.
display turns off.
Brightness: Turn the dimming knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to
brighten or dim the display. The
HUD image will automatically dim
and brighten to compensate for
outside lighting. The HUD
brightness control can also be
adjusted as needed. The HUD
image can temporarily light up
depending on the angle and position
of the sunlight on the HUD display.
The HUD control is to the right of
This is normal. Polarized
the steering wheel.
sunglasses could make the HUD
image harder to see.
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The four formats are as follows:

English English
English

Metric Metric
Metric Format Two: This display includes Format Three: This display
Format One: This display gives the the information in Format One includes the information in Format
speedometer reading (in English or without the transmission One along with a circular
metric units), turn signal indication, information, the outside air tachometer, but without outside air
high-beam indication, transmission temperature, speed alert and temperature and compass heading.
positions (for automatic compass heading.
transmission vehicles only), outside
air temperature, speed alert and
compass heading.

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The shift timing lights at the top of


the display will appear with
increases in engine rpm. See
Automatic Transmission on
page 9-26 or Manual Transmission
on page 9-32.
English All formats, except Format Four, will English
show Turn-by-Turn Navigation
information and provide details
about the next driving maneuver to
be made.

Metric Metric
Format Four: This display gives When you near your destination, the
the speedometer reading (in English HUD will display a distance bar that
or metric units), transmission will empty the closer you get to your
positions (for automatic destination. All navigation
transmission vehicles only), Shift information is provided to the HUD
Timing Light Position and lateral by the OnStar service, for vehicles
acceleration (G) indicators. The with this feature.
radio, CD, navigation, and phone
information do not appear in the
Format Four HUD display.

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Care of the HUD If You Cannot See the HUD Vehicle Messages
Clean the inside of the windshield Image When the Ignition Is On
Messages displayed on the DIC
as needed to remove any dirt or film Check that: indicate the status of the vehicle or
that could reduce the sharpness or some action that may be needed to
. Nothing Is covering the
clarity of the HUD image. correct a condition. Multiple
HUD lens.
Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth messages may display one after the
. HUD brightness is not too dim or
sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe other.
too bright.
the lens gently, then dry it. The messages that do not require
. HUD is adjusted to the proper
immediate action can be
height.
acknowledged and cleared by
. Polarized sunglasses are pressing SET/CLR. The messages
not worn. that require immediate action cannot
. Windshield and HUD lens are be cleared until that action is
clean. performed. All messages should be
taken seriously and clearing the
If the HUD image is not correct, messages does not correct the
contact your dealer. problem.
The windshield is part of the HUD The following are some of the
system. See Windshield vehicle messages that may be
Replacement on page 10-36. displayed depending on your
vehicle content.

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Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages ––


Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW Dashes will be displayed if the
compass needs service. See your
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the dealer for service.
This message displays when the brake fluid level is low; see Brake
vehicle has detected that the battery Fluid on page 10-32. Convertible Top
voltage is dropping beyond a HILL START ASSIST ACTIVE Messages
reasonable point. The battery saver
system starts reducing features of This message is displayed when Hill BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW
the vehicle that may be noticed. At Start Assist (HSA) is preventing the – TOP DISABLED
the point that features are disabled, vehicle from rolling while driving off
on a grade. See Hill Start Assist This message displays when the
this message displays. Turn off
(HSA) on page 9-37. battery voltage is too low to operate
unnecessary accessories to allow
the convertible top.
the battery to recharge. RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
LOW BATTERY EXTEND CARGO SHADE TO
This message is displayed as a OPERATE
This message is displayed when the reminder that the parking brake is
battery voltage is low. See Battery on. Release it before you attempt to This message displays if the rear
on page 10-33. drive. trunk partition is not extended and
engaged.
SERVICE BATTERY Compass Messages
CHARGING SYSTEM CLOSE TRUNK TO
CAL OPERATE TOP
This message is displayed when
there is a fault in the battery This message is displayed when the This message displays if the trunk is
charging system. Take the vehicle to compass needs to be calibrated. open while you are trying to operate
your dealer for service. See Compass on page 5-4. the convertible top. Make sure the
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trunk is closed before operating the TOP NOT SECURE Cruise Control Messages
convertible top. See Convertible Top
This message displays when the CRUISE SET TO XXX
on page 2-19.
power convertible top is closed
COMPLETE TOP MOTION TO without the convertible top front This message displays when the
OPEN TRUNK latch engaged or when the folding cruise control is set and shows the
top is not fully stowed. Press and speed it was set to. See Cruise
This message displays if attempting hold the convertible top button in the Control on page 9-44.
to open the trunk before the top has open direction until a beep is heard
been fully opened or closed. or close the top and engage the Door Ajar Messages
REDUCE VEHICLE SPEED TO latch.
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
OPERATE TOP TOP SYSTEM OVERHEATED,
This message will display when the
This message is displayed when the PLEASE WAIT driver door is open. Close the door
vehicle is moving too fast to safely This message displays and a sound completely.
operate the convertible top. Reduce will be heard when the power
the vehicle speed. convertible top button is pressed HOOD OPEN
TEMPERATURE TOO LOW – and the power convertible top pump This message will display when the
TOP DISABLED motor is overheated. Wait for the hood is open. Close the hood
power convertible top pump motor completely.
This message displays and a sound to cool down before using the power
will be heard when the power convertible top. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
convertible top button is pressed This message will display when the
and the power convertible top pump UNLATCH TOP
passenger door is open. Close the
motor temperature is below 0°C This message displays and a sound door completely.
(32°F). Wait for the power will be heard if you try to lower the
convertible top pump motor to warm convertible top without first
up before using the power releasing the front latch. See
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TRUNK OPEN COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD Engine Oil Messages


This message will display when the COOLANT
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
trunk is open. Close the trunk This message will display if the
completely. coolant is low. See Engine Coolant This message displays when the
on page 10-23. engine oil needs to be changed.
Engine Cooling System When you change the engine oil, be
ENGINE OVERHEATED — sure to reset the oil life system. See
Messages IDLE ENGINE Engine Oil Life System on
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH This message displays when the page 10-15, Driver Information
ENGINE TEMP engine coolant temperature is too Center (DIC) on page 5-25, Engine
hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to Oil on page 10-12, and Maintenance
This message displays when the Schedule on page 11-2.
engine coolant becomes hotter than idle until it cools down.
the normal operating temperature. ENGINE OVERHEATED — ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE
To avoid added strain on a hot STOP ENGINE ENGINE
engine, the air conditioning This message displays when the
compressor automatically turns off. This message displays and a
continuous chime sounds if the engine oil temperature is too hot.
When the coolant temperature Stop and allow the vehicle to idle
returns to normal, the air engine cooling system reaches
unsafe temperatures for operation. until it cools down.
conditioning compressor turns back
on. You can continue to drive the Stop and turn off the vehicle as ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL
vehicle. soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
severe damage. This message On some vehicles, this message
If this message continues to appear, clears when the engine has cooled displays when the engine oil level
have the system repaired by your to a safe operating temperature. may be too low. Check the oil level
dealer as soon as possible to avoid before filling to the recommended
damage to the engine. level. If the oil is not low and this
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message remains on, take the speed while this message is on, but REPLACE BATTERY IN
vehicle to your dealer for service. maximum acceleration and speed REMOTE KEY
See Engine Oil on page 10-12. may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, the vehicle This message displays when the
OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP should be taken to your dealer for battery in the Remote Keyless Entry
ENGINE service as soon as possible. (RKE) transmitter needs to be
replaced.
This message displays if low oil
pressure levels occur. Stop the Fuel System Messages
vehicle as soon as safely possible Lamp Messages
and do not operate it until the cause FUEL LEVEL LOW
AUTOMATIC LIGHT
of the low oil pressure has been This message displays when the CONTROL ON
corrected. Check the oil as soon as vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as
possible and have the vehicle soon as possible This message is displayed when the
serviced by your dealer. automatic light control has been
TIGHTEN GAS CAP turned on. See Automatic Headlamp
Engine Power Messages This message displays when the System on page 6-2.
fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the AUTOMATIC LIGHT
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED fuel cap. CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the
vehicle's engine power is reduced. Key and Lock Messages This message is displayed when the
Reduced engine power can affect automatic light control has been
the vehicle's ability to accelerate. NUMBER OF KEYS turned off. See Automatic Headlamp
If this message is on, but there is no PROGRAMMED System on page 6-2.
reduction in performance, proceed This message displays when
to your destination. The programming new keys to the
performance may be reduced the vehicle.
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LEFT FRONT TURN RIGHT FRONT TURN Object Detection System


INDICATOR FAILURE INDICATOR FAILURE Messages
This message is displayed if the This message is displayed if the
turn signal bulb needs to be turn signal bulb needs to be PARK ASSIST OFF
replaced. See Headlamps, Front replaced. See Headlamps, Front This message displays when the
Turn Signal and Parking Lamps Turn Signal and Parking Lamps park assist system has been turned
(Uplevel Vehicle) on page 10-37 or (Uplevel Vehicle) on page 10-37 or off or when there is a temporary
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and condition causing the system to be
Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle) on Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle) on disabled. See Ultrasonic Parking
page 10-38 and Replacement Bulbs page 10-38 and Replacement Bulbs Assist on page 9-46.
on page 10-40. on page 10-40.
SERVICE PARK ASSIST
LEFT REAR TURN INDICATOR RIGHT REAR TURN
This message displays if there is a
FAILURE INDICATOR FAILURE problem with the Ultrasonic Rear
This message is displayed if the This message is displayed if the Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do
turn signal bulb needs to be turn signal bulb needs to be not use this system to help you
replaced. See Bulb Replacement on replaced. See Bulb Replacement on park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist
page 10-37. page 10-37. on page 9-46.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message is displayed if the
turn signal has been left on. Turn off
the turn signal.

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Ride Control System Transmissions Only)” under (V8 with Manual Transmissions
Competitive Driving Mode on Only)” under Competitive Driving
Messages page 9-39. Mode on page 9-39.
PERF TRACTION 1 – WET PERF TRACTION 2 – DRY PERF TRACTION 3 – SPORT1
ACTIVE HANDLING ON ACTIVE HANDLING ON ACTIVE HANDLING ON
SUSPENSION MODE TOUR SUSPENSION MODE TOUR SUSPENSION MODE SPORT
(ZL1 Only) (ZL1 Only) (ZL1 Only)
This message displays when this This message displays when this This message displays when this
Performance Traction Management Performance Traction Management Performance Traction Management
mode is selected. The TCS and mode is selected. The TCS and mode is selected. The TCS and
StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will
also be on when this mode is also be on when this mode is also be on when this mode is
selected. Once this message is selected. Once this message is selected. Once this message is
acknowledged, PTM1 – WET acknowledged, PTM2 – DRY acknowledged, PTM3 – SPORT1
ESC = ON displays on the bottom of ESC = ON displays on the bottom of ESC = ON displays on the bottom of
the digital speed page. Launch the digital speed page. Launch the digital speed page. Launch
Control is available when this mode Control is available when this mode Control is available when this mode
is selected. In this mode, the is selected. In this mode, the is selected. In this mode, the
Traction Control and Active Traction Control and Active Traction Control and Active
Handling System are available but Handling System are available but Handling System are available but
intended for use on wet race track intended for use on dry race track intended for use on dry race track
conditions. Adjust your driving conditions. Adjust your driving conditions. Adjust your driving
accordingly. See “Performance accordingly. See “Performance accordingly. See “Performance
Traction Management (PTM) Traction Management (PTM) (ZL1 Traction Management (PTM)
(ZL1 Coupe Only)” and “Launch Coupe Only)” and “Launch Control (ZL1 Coupe Only)” and “Launch
Control (V8 with Manual Control (V8 with Manual
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Transmissions Only)” under “Launch Control (V8 with Manual (PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only)” and
Competitive Driving Mode on Transmissions Only)” under “Launch Control (V8 with Manual
page 9-39. Competitive Driving Mode on Transmissions Only)” under
page 9-39. Competitive Driving Mode on
PERF TRACTION 4 – SPORT2 page 9-39.
ACTIVE HANDLING OFF PERF TRACTION 5 – RACE
SUSPENSION MODE SPORT ACTIVE HANDLING OFF SERVICE STABILITRAK
(ZL1 Only) SUSPENSION MODE TRACK This message displays if there is a
This message displays when this
(ZL1 Only) problem with the StabiliTrak®
Performance Traction Management This message displays when this system. If this message appears, try
mode is selected. The TCS and Performance Traction Management to reset the system. Stop; turn off
StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will mode is selected. The TCS and the engine and remove the key from
also be on when this mode is StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will the ignition; open and close the
selected. Once this message is also be on when this mode is driver door and wait for at least
acknowledged, PTM4 – SPORT2 selected. Once this message is one minute. During this time you
ESC = OFF displays on the bottom acknowledged, PTM5 – RACE ESC should notice the lights on the
of the digital speed page. Launch = OFF displays on the bottom of the cluster turn off. After a minute has
Control is available when this mode digital speed page. Launch Control passed, start the engine again.
is selected. In this mode, the is available when this mode is If this message still comes on, it
Traction Control is available but selected. In this mode, the Traction means there is a problem. See your
intended for use on dry race track Control is available but intended for dealer for service. The vehicle is
conditions. The Active Handling use on dry race track conditions. safe to drive; however, you do not
System is disabled when this mode The Active Handling System is have the benefit of StabiliTrak, so
is selected. This mode will require disabled when this mode is reduce your speed and drive
more driver skill than modes 1–3. selected. This mode will require accordingly.
Adjust your driving accordingly. See more driver skill than modes 1–4.
“Performance Traction Management Adjust your driving accordingly. See
(PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only)” and “PerformanceInTraction
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SERVICE SUSPENSION STABILITRAK COMPETITIVE Security Messages


SYSTEM (ZL1 Only) MODE (LS3 and L99 Only)
THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays when the This message displays when
Selective Ride Control system has Competitive Mode is selected. See This message displays if the vehicle
detected a malfunction and the “Competitive Driving Mode (Non detects a tamper condition.
vehicle speed will be limited. The ZL1)” under Competitive Driving
system must be serviced. See your Mode on page 9-39. Service Vehicle Messages
dealer. See Selective Ride Control
on page 9-43 and “SPEED LIMITED TRACTION CONTROL OFF SERVICE POWER STEERING
TO XXX (ZL1 Only)” under Vehicle This message displays when the This message is displayed if there is
Speed Messages on page 5-43. traction control system has been a problem with the power steering
disabled. See Traction Control/ system and a chime may sound.
SERVICE TRACTION Electronic Stability Control on Take the vehicle to your dealer for
CONTROL page 9-37. service.
This message displays when there
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
is a problem with the Traction Airbag System Messages
Control System (TCS). When this This message is displayed if there is
message is displayed, the system SERVICE AIRBAG a problem with the vehicle. Take the
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your This message displays if there is a vehicle to your dealer for service.
driving accordingly. See your dealer problem with the airbag system.
for service. Take the vehicle to your dealer for Tire Messages
service.
TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
AIR TO TIRE
This message displays if the vehicle
detects low pressure in one or more
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This message also displays LEFT SERVICE TIRE MONITOR PRESS CLUTCH TO START
FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT SYSTEM This message displays when
REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate
This message displays if there is a attempting to start a vehicle with a
the location of the low tire.
problem with the Tire Pressure manual transmission without
The low tire pressure warning light Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire pressing on the clutch pedal.
will also come on. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on
Pressure Light on page 5-22. page 10-59.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
If a tire pressure message appears This message displays if there is a
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE problem with the transmission. See
on the DIC, stop as soon as you
can. Inflate the tires by adding air This message displays when the your dealer.
until the tire pressure is equal to the system is learning new tires. See
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on
SHIFT DENIED
values shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tires page 10-59. This message displays when
on page 10-48, Vehicle Load Limits attempting to use the automatic
on page 9-12, and Tire Pressure on Transmission Messages transmission manual mode to shift
page 10-56. to too low of a gear. See Manual
1 – 4 SHIFT Mode on page 9-29.
The DIC also shows the tire
pressure values. See Driver This message displays when you SHIFT TO PARK
Information Center (DIC) on can only shift from 1 (First) to
4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to This message displays when the
page 5-25.
2 (Second). See Manual transmission needs to be shifted to
Transmission on page 9-32. P (Park). This may appear when
attempting to remove the key from
the ignition if the vehicle is not in
P (Park).

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TRANSMISSION HOT – IDLE selected on the wiper control. See Window Messages
ENGINE Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5-3. OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/
This message displays and a chime PASSENGER WINDOW
sounds if the transmission fluid in
the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
Vehicle Speed Messages This message is displayed when the
transmission fluid temperature high DRIVER SELECTED SPEED window needs to be reprogrammed.
can cause damage to the vehicle. If the vehicle's battery has been
LIMIT EXCEEDED
Stop the vehicle and let it idle to recharged or disconnected, you will
allow the transmission to cool. This This message is displayed when the need to index each front window for
message clears when the fluid vehicle speed is greater than the set the express-up feature to work. See
temperature reaches a safe level. speed. See “Speed Warning” under Power Windows on page 2-16.
Driver Information Center (DIC) on
Vehicle Reminder page 5-25.
Messages SPEED LIMITED TO XXX
(ZL1 Only)
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
WITH CARE This message displays when a
malfunction is present in the
This message is displayed when ice Selective Ride Control system. The
conditions are possible. vehicle speed will be limited to a
TURN WIPER CONTROL TO value determined by the vehicle
when the shock absorber system
INTERMITTENT FIRST
has failed and the shocks are in
This message is displayed when their full soft mode. Have the vehicle
attempting to adjust the intermittent serviced by your dealer as soon as
wiper speed without intermittent possible.
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Vehicle 3. Press the center of the MENU/


SELECT knob to select the
Remote Start Heated Seats
When on, this feature will turn the
Personalization Vehicle Settings menu. heated seats on when using remote
The audio system controls are used The following list of menu items will start on cold days.
to access the personalization be available: Press the MENU/SELECT knob
menus for customizing vehicle . Climate and Air Quality when Remote Start Heated Seats is
features. highlighted. Turn the knob to select
. Comfort and Convenience
CONFIG (Configuration): Press to On or Off. Press the knob to confirm
access the Configuration . Collision/Detection Systems and go back to the last menu.
Settings Menu. . Language Comfort and Convenience
MENU/SELECT Knob: Press the . Lighting
center of this knob to enter the Select the Comfort and
menus and select menu items. Turn
. Power Door Locks Convenience menu and the
the knob to scroll through the following will be displayed:
. Remote Lock/Unlock
menus. . Chime Volume
. Return to Factory Settings
/ BACK: Press to exit or move
Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to Chime Volume
backward in a menu.
highlight the menu. Press the knob This allows the selection of the
Entering the Personalization to select it. Each of the menus is chime volume level.
Menus detailed in the following information.
Press the MENU/SELECT knob
1. Press the CONFIG button to Climate and Air Quality when Chime Volume is highlighted.
access the Configuration Turn the knob to select Normal or
Settings menu. Select the Climate and Air Quality High. Press the knob to confirm and
menu and the following will be go back to the last menu.
2. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to displayed:
highlight Vehicle Settings. . Remote Start Heated Seats
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Collision/Detection Systems Language Exit Lighting


Select the Collision/Detection Select the Language menu and the This allows the selection of how
Systems menu and the following will following will be displayed: long the exterior lamps stay on
be displayed: when leaving the vehicle when it is
. English
dark outside.
. Park Assist . Spanish
Press the MENU/SELECT knob
Park Assist . French when Exit Lighting is highlighted.
This allows the Ultrasonic Parking Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to Turn the knob to select Off,
Assist feature to be turned on or off. select the language. Press the knob 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, or 2 Minutes.
to confirm and go back to the Press the knob to confirm and go
Press the MENU/SELECT knob
last menu. back to the last menu.
when Park Assist is highlighted.
Turn the knob to select On or Off. Vehicle Locator Lights
Press the knob to confirm and go
Lighting
This allows the vehicle locator lights
back to the last menu. Select the Lighting menu and the
to be turned on or off.
following will be displayed:
Press the MENU/SELECT knob
. Exit Lighting
when Vehicle Locator Lights is
. Vehicle Locator Lights highlighted. Turn the knob to select
On or Off. Press the knob to confirm
and go back to the last menu.
Power Door Locks
Select Power Door Locks and the
following will be displayed:
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
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. Delayed Door Lock Delayed Door Lock Flash Lights or Off. Press the knob
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on, this feature will delay the to confirm and go back to the
locking of the doors. To override the last menu.
When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the delay, press the power door lock on Locking Feedback
door is open. If Off is selected, the the instrument panel.
This allows selection of what type of
Delayed Door Lock menu will be Press the MENU/SELECT knob feedback is given when unlocking
available. when Delayed Door Lock is the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Press the MENU/SELECT knob highlighted. Turn the knob to select
On or Off. Press the knob to confirm Press the MENU/SELECT knob
when Auto Door Unlock is when Locking Feedback is
highlighted. Turn the knob to select and go back to the last menu.
highlighted. Turn the knob to select
On or Off. Press the knob to confirm Remote Lock/Unlock Lights and Horn, Lights Only, Horn
and go back to the last menu. Only, or Off. Press the knob to
Select Remote Lock/Unlock and the
Auto Door Unlock confirm and go back to the
following may be displayed:
last menu.
This allows selection of which of the . Unlock Feedback (Lights)
doors will automatically unlock when Door Unlock Options
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park)
. Locking Feedback
This allows selection of which doors
(automatic transmission) or when . Door Unlock Options will unlock when pressing the unlock
the key is removed from the ignition button on the RKE transmitter.
(manual transmission). Unlock Feedback (Lights)
When on, the exterior lamps will Press the MENU/SELECT knob
Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Door Unlock Options is
when Auto Door Unlock is flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter. highlighted. Turn the knob to select
highlighted. Turn the knob to select All Doors or Driver Door Only. Press
All Doors, Driver Door, or Off. Press Press the MENU/SELECT knob the knob to confirm and go back to
the knob to confirm and go back to when Unlock Feedback (Lights) is the last menu.
the last menu. highlighted. Turn the knob to select
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Return to Factory Settings Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote
system with any garage door opener
Select Return to Factory Settings to System that does not have the stop and
return all of the vehicle
reverse feature. This includes any
personalization to the default See Radio Frequency Statement on
garage door opener model
settings. Turn the knob to select Yes page 13-15.
manufactured before April 1, 1982.
or No. Press the knob to confirm
and go back to the last menu. Universal Remote System Read these instructions completely
before programming the Universal
Programming Remote system. It may help to have
another person assist with the
programming process.
Keep the original hand-held
transmitter for use in other vehicles
as well as for future programming.
Erase the programming when
vehicle ownership is terminated.
If equipped, these buttons are in the See “Erasing Universal Remote
overhead console. System Buttons” later in this
This system can replace up to three section.
remote control transmitters used to To program a garage door opener,
activate devices such as garage park outside directly in line with and
door openers, security systems, and facing the garage door opener
home automation devices. These receiver. Clear all people and
instructions refer to a garage door objects near the garage door.
opener, but can be used for other
devices.
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Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete.
has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held There is no need to
accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4–6.
radio-frequency signal. three Universal Remote system . If the indicator light does
buttons to be used to operate not come on or the garage
Programming the Universal the garage door. Do not release
Remote System door does not move, a
either button until the indicator second button press may
For questions or help programming light changes from a slow to a be required. For a second
the Universal Remote system, call rapid flash. Then release both time, press and hold the
1-800-355-3515 or see buttons. newly programmed button
www.homelink.com. Some garage door openers may for five seconds. If the light
Programming involves require substitution of Step 2 stays on or the garage door
time-sensitive actions, and may time with the procedure under in moves, programming is
out causing the procedure to be “Radio Signals for Canada and complete.
repeated. Some Gate Operators” later in . If the indicator light blinks
this section. rapidly for two seconds,
To program up to three devices:
3. Press and hold the newly then changes to a solid light
1. Hold the end of the hand-held programmed Universal Remote and the garage door does
transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to system button for five seconds not move, continue with
3 in) away from the Universal while watching the indicator light programming Steps 4–6.
Remote system buttons with the and garage door activation.
indicator light in view. The
hand-held transmitter was . If the indicator light stays on
supplied by the manufacturer of continuously or the garage
the garage door opener receiver. door moves when the
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receiver does not flash, press enough for the Universal Remote
and hold the same button a system to pick up the signal during
second time for two seconds, programming.
then release it. Again, if the door If the programming did not work,
does not move or the garage replace Step 2 under “Programming
door lamp does not flash, press the Universal Remote System” with
and hold the same button a third the following:
time for two seconds, then
release it. Press and hold the Universal
Learn or Smart Button Remote system button while
The Universal Remote system pressing and releasing the
4. After completing Steps 1–3 , should now activate the hand-held transmitter button every
locate the Learn or Smart button garage door. two seconds until the signal has
inside garage on the garage
Repeat the process for been successfully accepted by the
door opener receiver. The name
programming the two remaining Universal Remote system. The
and color of the button may vary
buttons. Universal Remote system indicator
by manufacturer.
light will flash slowly at first and then
5. Press and release the Learn or Radio Signals for Canada and rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under
Smart button. Step 6 must be Some Gate Operators “Programming the Universal Remote
completed within 30 seconds of For questions or programming help System” to complete.
pressing this button. call 1-800-355-3515 or see
6. Inside the vehicle the vehicle, www.homelink.com.
press and hold the newly Canadian radio-frequency laws and
programmed Universal Remote some U.S. gate operators require
system button for two seconds transmitter signals to time out or quit
and then release it. If the garage after several seconds of
door does not move or the lamp transmission. This may not be long
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Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single


Operation Universal Remote System
Button
Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system
System buttons:
Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the
Universal Remote system button for buttons. Do not release the
at least one-half second. The button.
indicator light will come on while the
signal is being transmitted. 2. The indicator light will begin to
flash after 20 seconds. Without
Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed
System Buttons with Step 1 under “Programming
Erase all programmed buttons when the Universal Remote System.”
vehicle ownership is terminated.
To erase:
1. Press and hold the two outside
buttons until the indicator light
begins to flash. This should take
about 10 seconds.
2. Release both buttons.

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Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO also controls the Daytime


Running Lamps (DRL). See
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on
Exterior Lamp Controls page 6-2.
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 ; (Parking Lamps): Turns on the
Headlamp High/Low-Beam parking lamps including all lamps,
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 except the headlamps.
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 A warning chime sounds if the driver
Daytime Running door is opened when the ignition
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 switch is off and the parking lamps
Automatic Headlamp are on.
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-4 5 (Headlamps): Turns on the
Turn and Lane-Change headlamps together with the parking
The exterior lamp control is located lamps and instrument panel lights.
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
on the instrument panel, on the
Front Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 A warning chime sounds if the driver
outboard side of the steering wheel.
Interior Lighting door is opened when the ignition
There are four positions: switch is off and the headlamps
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 P (Off): Briefly turn to this position are on.
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 to turn the automatic light control off # (Front Fog Lamps): Press to
or on again. When released, the turn the fog lamps on or off. The fog
Lighting Features control returns to the AUTO lamps come on together with the
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 position. parking lamps, taillamps,
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 sidemarker lamps, license plate
AUTO (Automatic): Automatically
Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 lamps, and instrument panel lights.
turns the exterior lamps on and off,
Battery Load Management . . . . 6-6
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . 6-7 depending on outside lighting. See Front Fog Lamps on page 6-4.
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Headlamp High/ Daytime Running When the DRL are on, the
headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker
Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) lamps, instrument panel lights, and
Push the turn signal lever away DRL can make it easier for others to other lamps will not be on.
from you and release to turn the see the front of your vehicle during The headlamps automatically
high beams on. To return to low the day. DRL are required on all change from DRL to the regular
beams, push the lever again or pull vehicles first sold in Canada. headlamps depending on the
it toward you and release. A light sensor on top of the darkness of the surroundings. The
instrument panel makes the DRL other lamps that come on with the
work, so be sure it is not covered. headlamps will also come on.
The DRL system will make the When it is bright enough outside,
low-beam headlamps come on at a the headlamps will go off and the
reduced brightness or for vehicles DRL will come on.
with High Intensity Discharge (HID) To turn the DRL off or on again, turn
headlamps, the dedicated DRL
This indicator light turns on in the
lights will come on when the the exterior lamps control to the P
instrument cluster when the position and then release. For
following conditions are met:
high-beam headlamps are on. vehicles first sold in Canada, the
. The ignition is in the ON/RUN DRL cannot be turned off.
Flash-to-Pass position.
The regular headlamp system
. The exterior lamps control is in
The flash-to-pass feature works with should be turned on when needed.
the low beams or Daytime Running AUTO, or has been briefly
Lamps (DRL) on or off. turned to P to turn the Automatic Headlamp
To flash the high beams, pull the automatic light control on again. System
turn signal lever all the way toward . The engine is running.
When it is dark enough outside and
you, then release it.
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turn on the headlamps at the normal The vehicle has a light sensor on headlamp system changes to the
brightness along with other lamps the top of the instrument panel. Do DRL. During that delay, the
such as the taillamps, sidemarker not cover this sensor or the system instrument cluster may not be as
lamps, parking lamps, license plate will come on whenever the ignition bright as usual. Make sure the
lamps, and the instrument panel is on. instrument panel brightness control
lights. The radio lights will also The system may also turn on the is in the full bright position. See
be dim. headlamps when driving through a Instrument Panel Illumination
To turn off the automatic headlamp parking garage, heavy overcast Control on page 6-5.
system, turn the exterior lamps weather, or a tunnel. This is normal. Lights On with Wipers
switch to the P position and then There is a delay in the transition If the windshield wipers are
release. For vehicles first sold in between the daytime and nighttime activated in daylight with the engine
Canada, the transmission must be operation of the Daytime Running on, and the exterior lamp control is
in the P (Park) position, before the Lamps (DRL) and the automatic in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
automatic headlamp system can be headlamp system so that driving lamps, and other exterior lamps
turned off. under bridges or bright overhead come on. The transition time for the
street lights does not affect the lamps coming on varies based on
system. The DRL and automatic wiper speed. When the wipers are
headlamp system will only be not operating, these lamps turn off.
affected when the light sensor sees
Move the exterior lamp control to P
a change in lighting lasting longer
than the delay. or ; to disable this feature.
If the vehicle is started in a dark
garage, the automatic headlamp
system comes on immediately. If it
is light outside when the vehicle
leaves the garage, there will be a
slight delayInfbefore
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Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane
change the arrow flashes rapidly or
Signals 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 Electrical
System Overload on page 10-41.

Front Fog Lamps

| (Hazard Warning Flasher):


Press this button to make the front Move the lever all the way up or
and rear turn signal lamps flash on down to signal a turn.
and off. This warns others that you An arrow on the instrument cluster
are having trouble. Press again to flashes in the direction of the turn or
turn the flashers off. lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane For vehicles with front fog lamps,
change is completed. If the lever is the button is on the exterior lamp
briefly pressed and released, the control, on the outboard side of the
turn signal flashes three times. steering wheel.
The lever returns to its starting The ignition must be turned to ON/
position whenever it is released. RUN to turn on the fog lamps.
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# (Front Fog Lamps): Press to Interior Lighting Dome Lamps


turn the fog lamps on or off. An
indicator light on the instrument Instrument Panel
cluster comes on when the fog
lamps are on. Illumination Control
The fog lamps come on together
with the parking and sidemarker
lamps.
If the high-beam headlamps are
turned on, the fog lamps will turn off.
If the high-beam headlamps are The dome lamp buttons are
turned off, the fog lamps will turn overhead near the rearview mirror.
back on again.
To change the settings, press the
For vehicles with High Intensity following:
Discharge (HID) headlamps, the
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ( (Off): Turns the lamp off, even
replace the fog lamps. when a door is open.
Some localities have laws that This feature controls the brightness H (Door): Turns the lamp on
require the headlamps to be on of the instrument panel lights. automatically when a door is
along with the fog lamps. opened.
D (Instrument Panel
Brightness): Move the ' (On): Turns the lamp on.
thumbwheel up or down and hold, to
brighten or dim the instrument panel
lights.

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Lighting Features Exit Lighting Battery Load


The headlamps, taillamps, parking Management
Entry Lighting lamps, back-up lamps, outside The vehicle has Electric Power
When it is dark enough outside or in mirror lamps, and license plate Management (EPM) that estimates
areas of limited lighting, the interior lamps come on at night, or in areas the battery's temperature and state
lamps, headlamps, parking lamps, with limited lighting, when the key is of charge. It then adjusts the voltage
and back-up lamps come on when removed from the ignition. The for best performance and extended
K is pressed on the Remote dome lamp comes on after the life of the battery.
Keyless Entry (RKE) system ignition is changed to the OFF
position. The exterior lamps and When the battery's state of charge
transmitter. The lamps inside the is low, the voltage is raised slightly
vehicle come on when any door is dome lamp remain on for a set
amount of time, then automatically to quickly bring the charge back up.
opened. They stay on for about When the state of charge is high,
20 seconds. When all of the doors turn off.
the voltage is lowered slightly to
have been closed or the ignition is The exterior lamps turn off prevent overcharging. If the vehicle
turned to ON/RUN, they gradually immediately by turning the exterior has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage
fade out. lamp control off. display on the Driver Information
This feature can be changed. See This feature can be changed. See Center (DIC), you may see the
“Vehicle Locator Lights” under Vehicle Personalization on voltage move up or down. This is
Vehicle Personalization on page 5-44. normal. If there is a problem, an
page 5-44. alert will be displayed.
Theater Dimming The battery can be discharged at
This feature allows for a three to five idle if the electrical loads are very
second fade out of the courtesy high. This is true for all vehicles.
lamps instead of having them turn This is because the generator
off immediately. (alternator) may not be spinning fast
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enough at idle to produce all of the Normally, these actions occur in


power needed for very high steps or levels, without being
electrical loads. noticeable. In rare cases at the
A high electrical load occurs when highest levels of corrective action,
several of the following are on, such this action may be noticeable to the
as: headlamps, high beams, fog driver. If so, a DIC message might
lamps, rear window defogger, be displayed, and it is
climate control fan at high speed, recommended that the driver reduce
heated seats, engine cooling fans, the electrical loads as much as
trailer loads, and loads plugged into possible. See Battery Voltage and
accessory power outlets. Charging Messages on page 5-34.

EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection


discharge of the battery. It does this
by balancing the generator's output This feature shuts off the dome
and the vehicle's electrical needs. lamp if it is left on for more than
It can increase engine idle speed to 10 minutes when the ignition is in
generate more power whenever LOCK/OFF. This helps to prevent
needed. It can temporarily reduce the battery from running down.
the power demands of some
accessories.

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2 NOTES

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. Set up the tone, speaker
Infotainment Introduction adjustments, and preset radio
System Infotainment
stations.
See Defensive Driving on page 9-3.
Read the following pages to
Introduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
become familiar with the
infotainment system features.
{ Caution
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-2 Contact your dealer before adding
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
{ Warning any equipment.

Taking your eyes off the road for Adding audio or communication
Radio extended periods could cause a equipment could interfere with the
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 crash resulting in injury or death operation of the engine, radio,
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 or other systems, and could
to you or others. Do not give
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 damage them. Follow federal
Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 7-12 extended attention to infotainment
tasks while driving. rules covering mobile radio and
Diversity Antenna System . . . 7-13 telephone equipment.
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
This system provides access to
Audio Players The vehicle has Retained
many audio and non-audio listings.
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP,
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 To minimize taking your eyes off the the infotainment system can play
road while driving, do the following even after the ignition is turned off.
Phone while the vehicle is parked: See Retained Accessory Power
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . 7-20
. Become familiar with the (RAP) on page 9-21.
Bluetooth (Infotainment
Controls) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22 operation and controls of the The vehicle may have a base radio
Bluetooth (Voice audio system. that is included in this manual. See
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and navigation system, audio Overview


players, phone, and voice
recognition. There is also
information on settings and
downloadable applications (if
equipped).

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.

1. VOL/ O 2. INFO
. Press: Turns the system on
. Radio: Shows available
or off. information about the
current station.
. Turn: Adjusts the volume.
. CD/MP3: Shows available
information about the
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3. Buttons 1−6 8. CD/AUX 13. CONFIG


. Radio: Saves and selects . Selects between the CD . Opens the Configuration
favorite stations. player or a connected Settings menu.
4. FAV external audio source. 14. TONE
. Radio: Opens the 9. PHONE . Opens the Tone
favorites list. . Opens the phone Settings menu.
5. MENU/SELECT main menu.
15. BACK /
. Press: Opens the menus
. Mutes the audio system.
. Menu: Moves one
and selects menu items. 10. SEEK 7 level back.
. Turn: Highlights menu items . Radio: Seeks the previous . Character Input: Deletes
or sets values while in a station. the last character.
menu. Manually selects
radio stations while
. CD: Selects the previous
listening to the radio. track or rewinds within a Operation
track. Controls
6. RADIO/BAND
11. CD Slot
. Changes the band while The infotainment system is operated
listening to the radio.
. Insert a CD. by using the pushbuttons,
multifunction knobs, and menus that
. Selects the radio when 12. SEEK 6 are shown on the display, and
listening to a different audio . Radio: Seeks the next steering wheel controls, if equipped.
source.
station.
Turning the System On or Off
7. X (CD Eject) . CD: Selects the next track
or fast forwards within a VOL/ O (Volume/Power): Press to
. Removes the CD from
the slot. track. turn the system on and off.
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Automatic Off MENU/SELECT: Press to: Selecting a Menu Option


If the infotainment system has been . Enter the menu system.
turned on after the ignition is turned . Select or activate the highlighted
off, the system turns off menu option.
automatically after 10 minutes.
. Confirm a set value.
Volume Control . Switch a system setting on
VOL/ O (Volume/Power): Turn to or off.
1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
adjust the volume. Turn to: move the highlighted bar.
PHONE: For vehicles with . Highlight a menu option. 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
OnStar®, press and hold PHONE to
. Select a value. to select the highlighted option.
mute the infotainment system. Press
and hold PHONE again, or turn BACK /: Press to: Submenus
VOL/O to cancel mute. . Exit a menu.
For vehicles without OnStar, press
PHONE to mute the infotainment
. Return from a submenu screen
system. Press PHONE again, to the previous menu screen.
or turn VOL/O to cancel mute. . Delete the last character in a
sequence.
Menu System
An arrow on the right-hand edge of
Controls the menu indicates that it has a
The MENU/SELECT knob and the submenu with other options.
BACK / button are used to
navigate the menu system.
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Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off Press the BACK / button to delete
the last character or press and hold
BACK / to delete the entire
character sequence.
Audio Settings
The audio settings can be set for
each radio band and each audio
1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to player source.
highlight the setting. highlight the function.
To adjust the audio setting, press
2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob the TONE button and select the
to activate the setting. to turn the function on or off.
audio setting. Press the / BACK
Setting a Value Entering a Character Sequence button to go back to the Tone
Settings menu.
To quickly reset an audio setting
value to 0:
1. Highlight the option.
2. Press and hold the MENU/
SELECT knob until the value
1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to changes to 0.
change the current value of the highlight the character.
setting. 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the character.
to confirm the setting.
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Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) 3. Select Radio Favorites.
and Bass For vehicles that have an equalizer: 4. Select the number of available
favorite pages.
5. Press the BACK / button to go
back to the System
Configuration menu.
Auto Volume
1. Select Treble, Midrange, The auto volume feature
1. Select EQ. automatically adjusts the radio
or Bass.
2. Select the setting. volume to compensate for road and
2. Select the value. wind noise as the vehicle speeds up
Adjusting the Fader and Balance
System Settings or slows down, so that the volume
Configuring the Number of level is consistent.
Favorite Pages The level of volume compensation
can be selected, or the auto volume
feature can be turned off.

1. Select Fader or Balance.


2. Select the value.
To configure the number of available
favorite pages:
1. Press the CONFIG button. 1. Press the CONFIG button.
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3. Select Auto Volume. Radio station is available. In rare cases, a


4. Select the setting. radio station could broadcast
incorrect information that causes the
5. Press the BACK / button to go AM-FM Radio radio features to work improperly.
back to the System Control Buttons If this happens, contact the radio
Configuration menu. station.
The buttons used to control the
Maximum Startup Volume radio are: While the radio is tuned to an
FM-RDS station, the station name
The maximum volume played when RADIO/BAND: Press to turn the or call letters display.
the radio is first turned on can radio on and choose between AM,
be set. FM, and SiriusXM®, if equipped. Radio Menus
SEEK 7 or SEEK 6 : Press to Radio menus are available for AM,
FM, and SiriusXM, if equipped.
search for stations.
Press the MENU/SELECT knob to
FAV: Press to open the
favorites list. open the main radio menu for that
frequency.
1−6: Press to select preset
stations. Selecting a Band
1. Press the CONFIG button.
MENU/SELECT: Turn to manually Press the RADIO/BAND button to
2. Select Radio Settings. search for stations. choose AM, FM, or SiriusXM,
3. Select Maximum Startup if equipped. The last station that
Volume.
RDS (Radio Data System) was playing starts playing again.
4. Select the setting. The radio may have RDS. The RDS
feature is available for use only on
5. Press the BACK / button to go FM stations that broadcast RDS
back to the System information. This feature only works
Configuration menu. when the information
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Selecting a Station 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All the PTY code depending on the
receivable stations in the current content. The system stores the RDS
Seek Tuning reception area are displayed. stations, sorted by program type, in
Briefly press SEEK 7 or SEEK 6 If no station list has been the FM category list.
to automatically search for the next created, an automatic station To search for a programming type
available station. If a station is not search is done. determined by station:
found, the radio switches to a more 3. Select the station. 1. Select FM category list. A list of
sensitive search level. If a station
Updating Station and Category all programming types available
still is not found, the frequency that
Lists displays.
was last active begins to play.
If stations stored in the station list 2. Select the programming type.
Press and hold SEEK 7 or SEEK can no longer be received: A list of stations that transmit
6 until the station on the display is programming of the selected
reached, then release the button. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. type displays.
Manual Tuning 2. Select Update AM or FM Station 3. Select the station.
List, if the stations stored in the
Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to station list are no longer The category lists are updated when
select the frequency on the display. received. A station search will be the corresponding station lists are
completed and the first station in updated.
Favorites List
the updated list will play.
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. Storing and Retrieving
To cancel the station search, press Favorites
2. Select Favorites List. the MENU/SELECT knob.
Stations from all bands can be
3. Select the station. Category Lists stored in the favorite lists in any
Station Lists Most stations that broadcast an order.
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. RDS program type (PTY) code
specify the type of programming
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Up to six stations can be stored in SiriusXM Satellite Radio Control Buttons


each favorite page and the number Service The buttons used to control the
of available favorite pages can
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service SiriusXM radio are:
be set.
based in the 48 contiguous United RADIO/BAND: Press to turn the
Storing a Station as a Favorite States and 10 Canadian provinces. radio on and choose between AM,
To store the station to a position in SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide FM, and SiriusXM.
the list, press the corresponding variety of programming and
numeric button 1−6 until the station commercial-free music, coast to SEEK 7 or SEEK 6 : Press to
can be heard again. coast, and in digital-quality sound. search for stations.
During your trial or when you
Retrieving Stations FAV: Press to open the
subscribe, you will get unlimited
favorites list.
Press the FAV button to open a access to SiriusXM Radio Online for
favorite page or to switch to another when you are not in the vehicle. 1−6: Press to select preset
favorite page. Briefly press one of A service fee is required to receive stations.
the 1−6 buttons to retrieve the the SiriusXM service. If SiriusXM MENU/SELECT: Turn to search for
station. service needs to be reactivated, the stations.
radio will display "No Subscription
Please Renew" on channel XM1. Selecting the SiriusXM Band
Satellite Radio For more information, contact Press the RADIO/BAND button to
Vehicles with an XM Satellite Radio SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or choose between the AM, FM, and
tuner and a valid SiriusXM® Satellite 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), and SiriusXM bands. The last station
Radio subscription can receive www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079 played in that band begins to play
SiriusXM programming. (Canada). when that band is selected.
SiriusXM Categories
SiriusXM stations are organized in
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Removing or Adding Categories To select an XM station using the Up to six stations can be stored in
1. Press the CONFIG button. MENU/SELECT knob: each favorite page and the number
1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to of available favorite pages can
2. Select XM Categories. be set.
highlight an XM station.
3. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to Storing a Station as a Favorite
highlight the category. 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
to select the station, or leave the To store the station to a position in
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob station highlighted. the list, press and hold the
to remove or add the category. corresponding 1−6 button until the
To select a station using the menu:
Selecting an SiriusXM Station station can be heard again.
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
SiriusXM stations can be selected Retrieving Stations
2. Select XM Stations List.
by using SEEK 7 or SEEK 6, the Press the FAV button to open a
3. Select the station. favorite page or to switch to another
MENU/SELECT knob, or the menu
system. Selecting a Station by Category favorite page. Briefly press one of
the 1−6 buttons to retrieve the
To select an XM station using SEEK 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. station.
7 or SEEK 6, do one of the 2. Select XM Category List. A list of
following: all programming types available SiriusXM Messages
. Press and release SEEK 7 or displays. XL (Explicit Language
SEEK 6 to go to the previous or 3. Select the programming type. Channels): These channels, or any
others, can be blocked by request,
next station. 4. Select the station. by calling 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.)
. Press and hold SEEK 7 or Storing and Retrieving and 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
SEEK 6 to scroll through the Favorites XM Updating: The encryption code
previous or next stations until is being updated; no action is
Stations from all bands can be
the station is reached. required.
stored in any Iorder
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Loading XM: The audio system is No Subscription Please Renew: Unknown: If this message is
acquiring and processing audio and SiriusXM subscription needs to be received when tuned to channel 0,
text data; no action is needed. reactivated. Contact SiriusXM at there could be a receiver fault.
Channel Off Air: This channel is www.siriusxm.com or Consult with your dealer.
not currently in service. 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), and Check XM Receiver: If this
www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079 message does not clear within a
Channel Unauth: This channel is (Canada).
blocked or cannot be received with short period of time, the receiver
the XM subscription package. No XM Signal: The vehicle may be could have a fault. Consult with your
in a location that where the XM dealer.
Channel Unavail: This previously signal is being blocked. When the
assigned channel is no longer XM Not Available: If this message
vehicle is moved, the signal should does not clear within a short period
assigned. return. of time, the receiver could have a
No Artist Info: No artist CAT Not Found: There are no fault. Consult with your dealer.
information is available. channels available for the selected
No Title Info: No song title category. Radio Reception
information is available. XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver Frequency interference and static
No CAT Info: No category in the vehicle may have been in can occur during normal radio
information is available. another vehicle. XM receivers reception if items such as phone
cannot be swapped between chargers, vehicle convenience
No Information: No text or vehicles. If this message is received accessories, and external electronic
informational messages are after having the vehicle serviced, devices are plugged into the
available. check with your dealer. accessory power outlet. If there is
XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, interference or static, unplug the
this message alternates with the XM item from the accessory power
Radio eight-digit radio ID label. This outlet.
label is needed to activate the
service. InformationProvidedby:
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FM addition, traveling or standing under


FM signals only reach about 16 to
heavy foliage, bridges, garages, { Caution
or tunnels may cause loss of the
65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the Using a razor blade or sharp
SiriusXM signal for a period of time.
radio has a built-in electronic circuit object to clear the inside rear
that automatically works to reduce Cell Phone Usage window can damage the rear
interference, some static can occur, window antenna and/or the rear
especially around tall buildings or Cell phone usage, such as making
or receiving phone calls, charging, window defogger. Repairs would
hills, causing the sound to fade in not be covered by the vehicle
and out. or just having the phone on may
cause static interference in the warranty. Do not clear the inside
AM radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off rear window with sharp objects.
if this happens.
The range for most AM stations is
greater than for FM, especially at
night. The longer range can cause Backglass Antenna { Caution
station frequencies to interfere with The AM-FM antenna is integrated
each other. Static can also occur with the rear window defogger in the Do not apply aftermarket glass
when things like storms and power rear window. Do not scratch the tinting with metallic film. The
lines interfere with radio reception. inside surface or damage the lines metallic film in some tinting
When this happens, try reducing the in the glass. If the inside surface is materials will interfere with or
treble on the radio. damaged, it could interfere with distort the incoming radio
radio reception. For proper radio reception. Any damage caused to
SiriusXM Satellite Radio reception, the antenna connector the backglass antenna due to
Service needs to be properly attached to the metallic tinting materials will not
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service post on the glass. be covered by the vehicle
provides digital radio reception. Tall If attaching a cell phone antenna to warranty.
buildings or hills can interfere with the glass, attach it between the grid
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Diversity Antenna System Audio Players mild neutral detergent solution


mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe
For vehicles with convertible tops, the disc from the center to the
the AM-FM antenna is a hidden CD Player outer edge.
self-tuning system, and is in the rear The CD player can play audio CDs
spoiler. It optimizes the AM and FM Care of the CD Player
and MP3 CDs.
signals relative to the vehicle's Do not add a label to a disc, as it
position and radio station source. The CD player will not play 8 cm could get caught in the CD player.
No maintenance or adjustments are (3 in) CDs. If a label is needed, label the top of
needed. Do not place loads on the Care of CDs the recorded disc with a
spoiler. If the spoiler is replaced, be marking pen.
sure it is replaced with the correct Sound quality can be reduced due
GM parts for the best AM and FM to disc quality, recording method, Do not use disc lens cleaners
reception. quality of the music recorded, and because they could contaminate the
how the disc has been handled. lens of the disc optics and damage
Handle discs carefully and store the CD player.
Multi-Band Antenna
them in their original cases or other
The roof antenna is for OnStar and
GPS (Global Positioning System).
protective cases away from direct { Caution
sunlight and dust. If the bottom
Keep clear of obstructions for clear surface of a disc is damaged, the If a label is added to a CD, more
reception. If the vehicle has a disc may not play properly or at all. than one CD is inserted into the
sunroof, and it is open, reception Do not touch the bottom surface of slot at a time, or an attempt is
can also be affected. a disc while handling it; this could made to play scratched or
damage the surface. Pick up discs damaged CDs, the CD player
by grasping the outer edges or the could be damaged. While using
edge of the hole and the outer edge. the CD player, use only CDs in
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Inserting a CD Turn the MENU/SELECT knob


Caution (Continued) counterclockwise or clockwise to
With the printed side facing up,
select the previous or next track.
load one CD at a time, and keep insert a disc into the CD slot until it
the CD player and the loading slot is drawn in. Using the CD Menu:
free of foreign materials, liquids, 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
Removing a CD
and debris.
2. Select Tracks list.
Press X.
3. Select the track.
Control Buttons The disc is pushed out of the
CD slot. Playing Tracks in Random Order
The buttons used to control the CD
player are: If the disc is not removed after it is Press the MENU/SELECT knob and
ejected, it is pulled back in after a then set Shuffle Songs to On.
CD/AUX: Press to choose between
the CD and AUX player. few seconds.
Fast Forward and Rewind
SEEK 7 or SEEK 6 : Press to Playing a CD or MP3 CD Press and hold SEEK 7 or SEEK
select tracks or to fast forward or Press the CD/AUX button if there is 6 to fast forward or rewind within
rewind within a track. a disc in the player; it begins the current track.
playing.
MENU/SELECT: Turn to select Selecting an MP3 Track
tracks. Information about the disc and
current track is shown on the Using the control buttons:
INFO: Press to display additional
display depending on the data Press SEEK 7 or SEEK 6 to
information about the CD that may
stored. select the previous or next track.
be available.
X (Eject): Press to remove Selecting a CD Track Turn the MENU/SELECT knob
the CD. Using the control buttons: counterclockwise or clockwise to
select the previous or next track.
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Using the CD Menu: To search for tracks:


1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Playlists/Folders. 2. Select Search.
3. Select the playlist or folder. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums,
4. Select the track. Song Titles, Genres,
or Folder View.
Searching for MP3 Tracks 4. Select the track.
It is normal for the search feature to
take some time to display the Auxiliary Devices
information after reading the disc
due to the amount of information The AUX Input allows portable
stored on the disc. The infotainment devices to connect to the vehicle The AUX input is in the center
system automatically switches to using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack, console.
FM while the disc is being read. the USB port, if equipped,
or Bluetooth® wireless technology, 3.5 mm Jack
Tracks can be searched by: if equipped. Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to
. Playlists Portable devices are controlled by the auxiliary input jack to use a
. Artists using the menu system described in portable audio player.
.
Operation on page 7-3. Playback of an audio device that is
Albums
connected to the 3.5 mm jack can
. Song Titles only be controlled using the controls
. Genres on the device.
. Folder View

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Adjusting the Volume Searching for a Track Shuffle


Turn the VOL/ O knob to adjust the Tracks can be searched for by: Press the MENU/SELECT knob and
volume of the infotainment system . Playlists set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On
after the volume level has been set or Off, then press the BACK /
on the portable audio device.
. Artists button to return to the main screen.
. Albums On: Plays tracks in the current
USB Port
. Song Titles folder in random order.
For vehicles with a USB port, the
. Podcasts Off: Plays tracks in the current
following devices may be connected
and controlled by the infotainment . Genres folder in sequential order.
system. Repeat
. Audiobooks
. iPods Press the MENU/SELECT knob and
. Composers
. PlaysForSure Devices (PFD) set Repeat to On or Off, then press
To search for tracks:
. USB Drives the BACK / button to return to the
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. main screen.
. Zunes
2. Select Search. On: Repeats the current track.
Connecting and Controlling 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Off: Starts playback from the
an iPod® Song Titles, Podcasts, Genres, beginning of the current track after
Not all iPods can be controlled by Audiobooks, or Composers. the last track finishes.
the infotainment system. 4. Select the track.
Connecting an iPod
Connect the iPod to the USB port
using the cable that came with the
device.
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Connecting and Controlling a Shuffle Functionality When a device is not supported, the
PlaysForSure Device (PFD) Press the MENU/SELECT knob and message “No supported data found.
or Zune™ set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On You can safely disconnect the
or Off. device” appears.
Connecting a PFD or Zune
On: Plays current tracks in random Connecting a USB Drive
Connect the PFD or Zune to the
USB port using the cable that came order. Connect the USB drive to the USB
with the device. Off: Plays current tracks in port using the cable that came with
sequential order. the device.
Searching for a Track
Repeat Functionality Searching for a Track
Tracks can be searched for by:
Press the MENU/SELECT knob and It is normal for the search feature to
. Playlists take some time to display the
set Repeat to On or Off.
. Artists information after reading the disc
Repeat On: Repeats the current due to the amount of information
. Albums track. stored on the disc.
. Song Titles Repeat Off: Starts playback from Files that do not have any meta
. Podcasts the beginning of the current track data stored in the ID3 tag display as
after the last track finishes. Unknown.
. Genres
Connecting and Controlling a Tracks can be searched for by:
To search for tracks:
USB Drive . Playlists*
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
The infotainment system can only . Artists
2. Select Search. play back .mp3 and .wma files from
3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, a USB drive. . Albums
Song Titles, Podcasts, Only the first 10,000 songs are . Song Titles
or Genres recognized on the device. . Genres
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. Folder View Repeat Off: Starts playback from
. Only one paired device can be
*This only displays if a playlist is the beginning of the current track connected to the infotainment
found on the device. after the last track finishes. system at a time.
. Pairing should only need to be
To search for tracks: Connecting a Bluetooth®
completed once, unless changes
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. Device to the pairing information have
2. Select Search. Before a Bluetooth device can be been made or the device is
connected to the infotainment deleted.
3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, system, it must first be paired to the
Song Titles, Genres, system. Not all Bluetooth devices Bluetooth Setup Menu
or Folder View. can be paired to the infotainment The Bluetooth Setup menu can be
4. Select the track. system. Before pairing the Bluetooth accessed with or without a device
device, become familiar with its user attached to the USB port.
Shuffle Functionality guide for Bluetooth functions. The To select the Bluetooth Setup menu
Press the MENU/SELECT knob and system only connects to Bluetooth when a device is attached to the
set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On devices that support A2DP USB port and active:
or Off. (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile) version 1.2. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
On: Plays current tracks in random while in the iPod, Zune, PFD,
order. Pairing Information: or USB device main menu.
Off: Plays current tracks in . Up to five devices can be paired 2. Select Bluetooth Music Setup.
sequential order. to the system.
Repeat Functionality
. The pairing process is disabled
when the vehicle is moving.
Press the MENU/SELECT knob and
set Repeat to On or Off.
. The infotainment system
automatically links with the first
Repeat On: Repeats the current available paired device in the
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To select the Bluetooth Music Setup 3. After the system determines 2. Select the new device.
menu when a device is not attached what type of Bluetooth device is To connect a paired device when
to the USB port, or when a device is being paired, the Bluetooth another device is connected to the
attached to the USB port but not device will need to be put into infotainment system:
active: discovery mode.
1. Select the Select Device option
1. Press the CD/AUX button until 4. Some devices may require a from the Bluetooth Music
AUX is the active source. personal identification number Setup menu.
2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. (PIN) in order to complete the
pairing process. Locate the 2. Select the new device.
3. Select Bluetooth Music Setup. device named “GMusicConnect” 3. The active device is
To select the Bluetooth Music Setup in the list on the Bluetooth disconnected from the system
menu when a Bluetooth device is device and follow the and the new device is
connected and active: instructions on the device to connected.
enter the four-digit PIN provided
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. by the infotainment system. Removing a Device
2. Select Bluetooth Music Setup. Connecting to a Device 1. Select Remove Device from the
Pairing a Device Bluetooth Music Setup menu.
Once a device is paired to the
1. Select Connect To New Device infotainment system, it can be 2. Select the device.
from the Bluetooth Music connected to the infotainment 3. The device is removed from the
Setup menu. system. system.
2. The system asks a series of To connect a paired device when no Before connecting to the removed
Yes/No questions to determine other device is connected to the device again, it will need to paired
what type of device is being infotainment system: to the infotainment system.
paired. 1. Select the Select Device option
from the Bluetooth Music
Setup menu.
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Changing the PIN Controlling a Bluetooth® Phone


To change the default PIN: Device
1. Select Change Default PIN from Bluetooth devices that support Bluetooth (Overview)
the Bluetooth Music AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote
For vehicles equipped with
Setup menu. Control Profile) version 1.4 may be
Bluetooth capability, the system can
able to be controlled by the
2. Select a pre-defined PIN, interact with many cell phones,
infotainment system.
or select Other to create a PIN. allowing:
To create a PIN: Press and release SEEK 7 or . Placement and receipt of calls in
SEEK 6 to skip tracks. Press and a hands-free mode.
1. Select the length of the PIN.
hold SEEK 7 or SEEK 6 to fast . Sharing of the cell phone’s
2. Enter the character sequence. forward or fast reverse within a address book or contact list with
Messages track. the vehicle.
The following messages may Other Information To minimize driver distraction,
appear on the infotainment screen. ® before driving, and with the vehicle
The Bluetooth word mark and parked:
Poor Bluetooth Signal Quality: logos are owned by the Bluetooth®
This message displays when the SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks . Become familiar with the
Bluetooth signal strength is low. by General Motors is under license. features of the cell phone.
Other trademarks and trade names Organize the phone book and
This Feature is Unavailable While
are those of their respective owners. contact lists clearly and delete
Vehicle is Moving: This message
duplicate or rarely used entries.
displays when an action is not See Radio Frequency Statement on If possible, program speed dial
allowed while the vehicle is moving. page 13-15 for Federal or other shortcuts.
Communications Commission and
Industry Canada information. . Review the controls and
operation of the infotainment
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. Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. make and receive phone calls. The Infotainment System Controls
The system may not work with infotainment system and voice
all cell phones. See “Pairing” in If equipped, the infotainment system
recognition are used to control the allows certain controls to be
this section. system. The system can be used selected on the infotainment display.
. If the cell phone has voice while in ON/RUN or ACC/
dialing capability, learn to use ACCESSORY. The range of the For information about how to
that feature to access the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m navigate the menu system using the
address book or contact list. See (30 ft). Not all phones support all infotainment controls, see Operation
“Voice Pass-Thru” in this functions and not all phones work on page 7-3.
section. with the Bluetooth system. See PHONE: Press to enter the Phone
www.gm.com/bluetooth for more main menu.
. See “Storing and Deleting Phone information about compatible
Numbers” in this section. phones. Voice Recognition
The voice recognition system uses
{ Warning Bluetooth Controls
commands to control the system
Use the buttons on the infotainment and dial phone numbers.
When using a cell phone, it can system and the steering wheel to
be distracting to look too long or operate the Bluetooth system. Noise: The system may not
too often at the screen of the recognize voice commands if there
phone or the infotainment system. Steering Wheel Controls is too much background noise.
Taking your eyes off the road too b / g (Push to Talk): Press to When to Speak: A tone sounds to
long or too often could cause a answer incoming calls, confirm indicate that the system is ready for
crash resulting in injury or death. system information, and start voice a voice command. Wait for the tone
Focus your attention on driving. recognition. and then speak.
$ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to How to Speak: Speak clearly in a
Vehicles with a Bluetooth system end a call, reject a call, or cancel an calm and natural voice.
can use a Bluetooth-capable cell operation.
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. The pairing process is disabled
Audio System Bluetooth (Infotainment when the vehicle is moving.
When using the Bluetooth system, Controls) .
sound comes through the vehicle's Pairing only needs to be
For information about how to completed once, unless the
front audio system speakers and
navigate the menu system using the pairing information on the cell
overrides the audio system. Use the
infotainment controls, see Operation phone changes or the cell phone
VOL/ O knob during a call to on page 7-3. is deleted from the system.
change the volume level. The
adjusted volume level remains in Pairing . Only one paired cell phone can
memory for later calls. The system be connected to the Bluetooth
A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
maintains a minimum volume level. system at a time.
must be paired to the Bluetooth
Other Information system and then connected to the . If multiple paired cell phones are
vehicle before it can be used. See within range of the system, the
The Bluetooth® word mark and your cell phone manufacturer's user system connects to the first
logos are owned by the Bluetooth® guide for Bluetooth functions before available paired cell phone in the
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth order that they were first paired
by General Motors is under license. phone is not connected, calls will be to the system. To link to a
Other trademarks and trade names made using OnStar Hands-Free different paired phone, see
are those of their respective owners. Calling, if available. See OnStar “Linking to a Different Phone”
See Radio Frequency Statement on Overview on page 14-1. later in this section.
page 13-15 for information Pairing Information Pairing a Phone
regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 1. Press the CONFIG button.
rules and Industry Canada capability cannot be paired to 2. Select Phone Settings or
Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. the vehicle as a phone and an Bluetooth Settings.
MP3 player at the same time.
3. Select Bluetooth.
. Up to five cell phones can be
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4. Select Pair Device (Phone). Listing All Paired and Connected 2. Select Phone Settings or
A four-digit Personal Phones Bluetooth Settings.
Identification Number (PIN) 1. Press the CONFIG button. 3. Select Bluetooth.
appears on the display. The PIN
is used in Step 6. 2. Select Phone Settings or 4. Select Device List.
Bluetooth Settings. 5. Select the new phone to link to
5. Start the pairing process on the
cell phone to be paired to the 3. Select Bluetooth. and follow the on screen
vehicle. See the cell phone 4. Select Device List. prompts.
manufacturer's user guide for If delete is selected, the
information on this process. Deleting a Paired Phone highlighted phone will be
6. Locate the device named “Your 1. Press the CONFIG button. deleted.
Vehicle” in the list on the cell 2. Select Phone Settings or Making a Call Using
phone. Follow the instructions Bluetooth Settings.
on the cell phone to enter the Phone Book
PIN provided in Step 4. After the 3. Select Bluetooth. For cell phones that support the
PIN is successfully entered, the 4. Select Device List. phone book feature, the Bluetooth
system prompts you to provide a system can use the contacts stored
5. Select the phone to delete and
name for the paired cell phone. on your cell phone to make calls.
follow the on screen prompts.
This name will be used to See your cell phone manufacturer‘s
indicate which phones are Linking to a Different Phone user guide or contact your wireless
paired and connected to the provider to find out if this feature is
To link to a different phone, the new
vehicle. The system responds supported by your phone.
phone must be in the vehicle and
with “<Phone name> has been
available to be connected to the When a cell phone supports the
successfully paired” after the
Bluetooth system before the phone book feature, the Phone
pairing process is complete.
process is started. Book and Call Lists menus are
7. Repeat Steps 1−6 to pair automatically available.
1. Press the CONFIG button.
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The Phone Book menu allows you To make a call using the Call Accepting or Declining a Call
to access the phone book stored in Lists menu:
When an incoming call is received,
the cell phone to make a call. 1. Press the PHONE button once the infotainment system mutes and
The Call Lists menu allows you to or twice. a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.
access the phone numbers from the 2. Select Call Lists.
Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and Accepting a Call
Missed Calls menus on your cell 3. Select the Incoming Calls, Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
phone to make a call. Outgoing Calls, or Missed “Answer” and press the MENU/
Calls list. SELECT knob to accept the call.
To make a call using the Phone
Book menu: 4. Select the name or number you Declining a Call
want to call.
1. Press the PHONE button once Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
or twice. Making a Call “Decline” and press the MENU/
2. Select Phone Book. To make a call: SELECT knob to decline the call.
3. Search through the list by 1. Press the PHONE button once Call Waiting
selecting the letter group the or twice. Call waiting must be supported on
phone book entry begins with,
2. Enter the character sequence. the Bluetooth phone and enabled by
or press the MENU/SELECT
See “Entering a Character the wireless service carrier to work.
knob to scroll through the entire
Sequence” in Operation on
list of names/numbers in the Accepting a Call
page 7-3.
phone book. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
3. Select Call to start dialing the
4. Select the name or number you “Answer” and press the MENU/
number.
want to call. SELECT knob to accept the call.

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Declining a Call 3. Enter the character sequence Dual Tone Multi-Frequency


Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to then select Call. See “Entering a (DTMF) Tones
“Decline” and press the MENU/ Character Sequence” in
Operation on page 7-3. The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can
SELECT knob to decline the call. send numbers during a call. This is
4. After the call has been placed, used when calling a menu-driven
Switching Between Calls (Call turn or press the MENU/
Waiting Calls Only) phone system.
SELECT knob and choose
To switch between calls: Merge Calls. 1. Turn or press the MENU/
SELECT knob and select Enter
1. Turn or press the MENU/ 5. To add more callers to the Number.
SELECT knob. conference call, repeat Steps 1
−4. The number of callers that 2. Enter the character sequence.
2. Select Switch Call from See “Entering a Character
the menu. can be added is limited by your
wireless service carrier. Sequence” in Operation on
Conference Calling page 7-3.
Ending a Call
Conference calling and three-way Bluetooth (Voice
calling must be supported on the Turn or press the MENU/SELECT
Bluetooth phone and enabled by the knob and select Hang Up. Recognition)
wireless service carrier to work. Muting a Call Using Voice Recognition
To start a conference while in a To Mute a Call To use voice recognition, press the
current call: b / g button on the steering wheel.
Turn or press the MENU/SELECT
1. Turn or press the MENU/ Use the commands below for the
knob and select Mute Call.
SELECT knob. various voice features. For
To Cancel Mute additional information, say “Help”
2. Select Enter Number.
while you are in a voice
Turn or press the MENU/SELECT
recognition menu.
knob and select Mute Call.
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Pairing
. Only one paired cell phone can 4. Start the pairing process on the
be connected to the Bluetooth cell phone that you want to pair.
A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone system at a time. For help with this process, see
must be paired to the Bluetooth . If multiple paired cell phones are your cell phone manufacturer's
system and then connected to the
within range of the system, the user guide.
vehicle before it can be used. See
your cell phone manufacturer's user system connects to the first 5. Locate the device named “Your
guide for Bluetooth functions before available paired cell phone in the Vehicle” in the list on the cell
pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth order that they were first paired phone. Follow the instructions
phone is not connected, calls will be to the system. To link to a on the cell phone to enter the
made using OnStar Hands-Free different paired phone, see PIN provided in Step 3. After the
Calling, if available. See OnStar “Linking to a Different Phone” PIN is successfully entered, the
Overview on page 14-1. later in this section. system prompts you to provide a
Pairing a Phone name for the paired cell phone.
Pairing Information This name will be used to
. A Bluetooth phone with MP3 1. Press b / g. The system indicate which phones are
capability cannot be paired to responds “Ready,” followed by paired and connected to the
the vehicle as a phone and an a tone. vehicle. The system responds
MP3 player at the same time. with “<Phone name> has been
2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command
successfully paired” after the
. Up to five cell phones can be can be skipped.
pairing process is complete.
paired to the Bluetooth system. 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds
6. Repeat Steps 1−5 to pair
. The pairing process is disabled with instructions and a four-digit
additional phones.
when the vehicle is moving. Personal Identification Number
(PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5.
. Pairing only needs to be
completed once, unless the
pairing information on the cell
phone changes or the cell phone
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Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone
Phones To connect to a different cell phone, Numbers
The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to
paired to it. If a paired cell phone is next available cell phone in the 30 phone numbers as name tags in
also connected to the vehicle, the order in which all the available cell the Hands-Free Directory that is
system responds with “is connected” phones were paired. Depending on shared between the Bluetooth and
after that phone name. which cell phone you want to OnStar systems.
connect to, you may have to use
1. Press b / g. The system this command several times. The following commands are used
responds “Ready,” followed by to delete and store phone numbers.
a tone. 1. Press b / g. The system Store: This command will store a
2. Say “Bluetooth.” responds “Ready,” followed by phone number, or a group of
a tone. numbers as a name tag.
3. Say “List.”
2. Say “Bluetooth.” Digit Store: This command allows
Deleting a Paired Phone 3. Say “Change phone.” a phone number to be stored as a
If the phone name you want to name tag by entering the digits one
. If another cell phone is
delete is unknown, see “Listing All at a time.
found, the response will be
Paired and Connected Phones.” Delete: This command is used to
“<Phone name> is now
1. Press b / g. The system connected.” delete individual name tags.
responds “Ready,” followed by . If another cell phone is not Delete All Name Tags: This
a tone. found, the original phone command deletes all stored name
2. Say “Bluetooth.” remains connected. tags in the Hands-Free Calling
Directory and the Destinations
3. Say “Delete.” The system asks Directory.
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Using the “Store” Command 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags:
that you want to store. After
1. Press b / g. The system each digit is entered, the system 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by repeats back the digit it heard responds “Ready,” followed by
a tone. followed by a tone. After the last a tone.
2. Say “Store.” digit has been entered, say 2. Say “Delete all name tags.”
“Store,” and then follow the
3. Say the phone number or group directions given by the system to Listing Stored Numbers
of numbers you want to store all save a name tag for this number.
at once with no pauses, then The list command will list all the
follow the directions given by the Using the “Delete” Command stored numbers and name tags.
system to save a name tag for Using the “List” Command
this number. 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by 1. Press b / g. The system
Using the “Digit Store” Command a tone. responds “Ready,” followed by
If an unwanted number is 2. Say “Delete.” a tone.
recognized by the system, say 2. Say “Directory.”
“Clear” at any time to clear the last 3. Say the name tag you want to
number. delete. 3. Say “Hands-Free Calling.”
To hear all of the numbers Using the “Delete All Name Tags” 4. Say “List.”
recognized by the system, say Command
Making a Call
“Verify” at any time. This command deletes all stored
name tags in the Hands-Free Calls can be made using the
1. Press b / g. The system following commands.
Calling Directory and the
responds “Ready,” followed by Destinations Directory.
a tone. Dial or Call: The dial or call
command can be used
2. Say “Digit Store.” interchangeably to dial a phone
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Digit Dial: This command allows a 4. Say "Dial". System responds: followed by a tone. After the last
phone number to be dialed by "OK, dialing 911". digit has been entered,
entering the digits one at a time. say “Dial.”
Using the “Digit Dial” Command
Re-dial: This command is used to Once connected, the person called
dial the last number used on the cell The digit dial command allows a will be heard through the audio
phone. phone number to be dialed by speakers.
entering the digits one at a time.
Using the “Dial” or “Call” After each digit is entered, the Using the “Re-dial” Command
Command system repeats back the digit it
heard followed by a tone. 1. Press b / g. The system
1. Press b / g. The system responds “Ready,” followed by
responds “Ready,” followed by If an unwanted number is a tone.
a tone. recognized by the system, say
“Clear” at any time to clear the last 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The
2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” number. system dials the last number
3. Say the entire number without called from the connected cell
To hear all of the numbers phone.
pausing or say the name tag. recognized by the system, say
Once connected, the person called “Verify” at any time. Once connected, the person called
will be heard through the audio will be heard through the audio
1. Press b / g. The system speakers.
speakers.
responds “Ready,” followed by
Calling 911 Emergency a tone. Receiving a Call
When an incoming call is received,
1. Press b / g. The system 2. Say “Digit Dial.”
the audio system mutes and a ring
responds “Ready,” followed by 3. Say each digit, one at a time, tone is heard in the vehicle.
a tone. that you want to dial. After each
2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” digit is entered, the system . Press b / g to answer the call.
repeats back the digit it heard
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Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to The cell phone must be paired and
dial the number of the third party connected with the Bluetooth
Call waiting must be supported on
to be called. system before a call can be
the cell phone and enabled by the
4. Once the call is connected, transferred. The connection process
wireless service carrier.
can take up to two minutes after the
press b / g to link all callers
. Press b / g to answer an ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
together.
incoming call when another call To Transfer Audio from the
is active. The original call is Ending a Call Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone
placed on hold.
Press $ / i to end a call. During a call with the audio in the
. Press b / g again to return to vehicle:
the original call. Muting a Call
During a call, all sounds from inside
1. Press b / g.
. To ignore the incoming call, no
action is required. the vehicle can be muted so that the 2. Say “Transfer Call.”
person on the other end of the call
. Press $ / i to disconnect the To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth
cannot hear them.
System from a Cell Phone
current call and switch to the call
on hold. To mute a call, press b / g , and During a call with the audio on the
then say “Mute Call.” cell phone, press b / g. The audio
Three-Way Calling
To cancel mute, press b / g , and transfers to the vehicle. If the audio
Three-way calling must be then say “Un-mute Call.” does not transfer to the vehicle, use
supported on the cell phone and the audio transfer feature on the cell
enabled by the wireless service Transferring a Call phone. See your cell phone
carrier. manufacturer's user guide for more
Audio can be transferred between
information.
1. While on a call, press b / g. the Bluetooth system and the cell
phone.
2. Say “Three-way call.”
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Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System


Voice pass-thru allows access to the (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of
voice recognition commands on the The Bluetooth system can send the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it
cell phone. See your cell phone numbers and the numbers stored as will be retained indefinitely. This
manufacturer's user guide to see if name tags during a call. You can includes all saved name tags in the
the cell phone supports this feature. use this feature when calling a phone book and phone pairing
To access contacts stored in the cell menu-driven phone system. information. See the previous
phone: Account numbers can also be sections on “Deleting a Paired
stored for use. Phone” and “Deleting Name Tags.”
1. Press b / g. The system
Sending a Number or Name Tag
responds “Ready,” followed by
During a Call
a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command 1. Press b / g. The system
can be skipped. responds “Ready,” followed by
a tone.
3. Say “Voice.” The system
responds “OK, accessing 2. Say “Dial.”
<phone name>.” 3. Say the number or name tag
The cell phone's normal prompt to send.
messages will go through their cycle
according to the phone's operating
instructions.

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2 NOTES

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Climate Controls 8-1

Climate Controls Climate Control Systems


The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
Climate Control Systems controlled with this system.
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

1. Fan Control 5. Air Conditioning


2. Heated Seats (If Equipped) 6. Defrost
3. Temperature Control 7. Rear Window Defogger
4. Air Delivery Mode Controls 8. Recirculation

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8-2 Climate Controls

A (Fan Control): Turn to increase 0 (Defrost): Clears the cool the air inside the vehicle or
or decrease the fan speed. Turn the windshield of fog or frost more prevent outside air and odors from
knob to O to turn the fan off. quickly. Air is directed to the entering.
Temperature Control: Turn to windshield and side window outlets. Operation in the recirculation mode
increase or decrease the For best results, clear all snow and while the air conditioner is off
temperature inside the vehicle. ice from the windshield before increases humidity and may cause
Maximum cooling occurs when the defrosting. the windows to fog.
temperature knob is turned to MAX Do not drive the vehicle until all Recirculation is not available in the
# and the air conditioning system windows are clear. defrost or defog modes.
is turned on and air is recirculated
inside the vehicle. Air Conditioning To improve fuel efficiency and to
cool the vehicle faster, recirculation
Air Delivery Mode Control: To # (Air Conditioning): Press to may be automatically selected in
change the current mode, press one turn the air conditioning on or off. An warm weather. The recirculation
of the following: indicator light turns on. If the fan is light will not come on. Press the )
F (Vent): Air is directed to the turned off or the outside to select recirculation; press it again
instrument panel outlets. temperature falls below freezing, the to select outside air.
air conditioning will not work.
* (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the Rear Window Defogger
instrument panel outlets and the The air conditioning might
floor outlets. automatically come on when 0 is 1 (Rear Defogger): Press to turn
selected. the rear window defogger on or off.
7 (Floor): Air is directed to the The rear window defogger turns off
floor outlets. ) (Recirculation): Press to turn automatically after about
on the recirculation. An indicator
W (Defog): Clears the windows of light comes on. Air is recirculated
12 minutes. It can also be turned off
fog or moisture. Air is directed to the by turning the ignition to ACC/
inside the vehicle. It helps to quickly ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
windshield and floor outlets.
If turned on again it runs for about
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six minutes before turning off. At


. Keep the path under the front
higher vehicle speeds, the rear
Air Vents seats clear of objects to help
defogger can stay on continuously. Use the air outlets in the center and circulate the air inside of the
on the side of the instrument panel vehicle more effectively.
Do not drive the vehicle until all
to direct the airflow. Use the . Use of non-GM approved hood
windows are clear.
thumbwheels near the center air deflectors can adversely affect
outlets to direct airflow to the left or the performance of the system.
{ Caution right. Check with your dealer before
Do not use a razor blade or sharp Operation Tips adding equipment to the outside
object to clear the inside rear of the vehicle.
. In defog or defrost mode, warm
window. Do not adhere anything air flows from some air outlets.
to the defogger grid lines in the To improve side window
rear glass. These actions may defogging or defrosting, direct
damage the rear defogger. side air outlets toward the side
Repairs would not be covered by windows.
the vehicle warranty. . Clear away any ice, snow,
or leaves from air inlets at the
L / M (Heated Seats, If base of the windshield that could
Equipped): Press to turn on or off. block the flow of air into the
See Heated Front Seats on vehicle.
page 3-5.

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8-4 Climate Controls

Maintenance
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The passenger compartment air
filter removes most of the pollen and
dust from the air that enters the
vehicle. The filter will need to be
replaced periodically. See
Maintenance Schedule on
page 11-2.
Using the climate control system
without an air filter installed is not
recommended. Water or other
debris could enter the system and
result in leaks or noises. Always
install a new filter when removing
the old filter.
For more information on filter
replacement, see your dealer.

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Driving and Operating 9-1

Driving and Retained Accessory


Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic
Operating Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . .
9-22
9-23
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . .
Competitive Driving Mode . . .
9-37
9-39
Parking (Manual Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . 9-43
Driving Information Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24 Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . 9-43
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24 Cruise Control
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Active Fuel Management® . . . 9-24
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Engine Exhaust Driver Assistance Systems
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 9-46
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Running the Vehicle While Rear Vision
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Track Events and Competitive Automatic Transmission Fuel
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-26 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 9-8 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29 Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . 9-51
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 California Fuel
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 9-9 Manual Transmission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . 9-32 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-52
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 9-11 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Brakes Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Antilock Brake Filling a Portable Fuel
Starting and Operating System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35 Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . 9-16 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17 Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . 9-19 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . 9-37
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
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9-2 Driving and Operating

Trailer Towing
. Designate a front seat
Driving Information passenger to handle potential
General Towing
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54 distractions.
Driving Characteristics and Distracted Driving . Become familiar with vehicle
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54 Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as
Trailer Towing (ZL1) . . . . . . . . . 9-58 and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio
Trailer Towing task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate
(Except ZL1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58 judgment and do not let other control and seat settings.
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59 activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into
from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to
Conversions and Add-Ons governments have enacted laws driving.
Add-On Electrical
regarding driver distraction. Become
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60 . Wait until the vehicle is parked
familiar with the local laws in
to retrieve items that have fallen
your area.
to the floor.
To avoid distracted driving, always . Stop or park the vehicle to tend
keep your eyes on the road, hands
to children.
on the wheel, and mind on the drive.
. Keep pets in an appropriate
. Do not use a phone in
carrier or restraint.
demanding driving situations.
Use a hands-free method to . Avoid stressful conversations
place or receive necessary while driving, whether with a
phone calls. passenger or on a cell phone.
. Watch the road. Do not read,
take notes, or look up
information on phones or other
electronic devices.
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. Allow enough following distance
Control of a Vehicle
{ Warning between you and the driver in
front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating
Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to
. Focus on the task of driving.
long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
crash resulting in injury or death.
Focus your attention on driving. Drunk Driving Braking
Death and injury associated with
Braking action involves perception
Refer to the infotainment section for drinking and driving is a global
time and reaction time. Deciding to
more information on using that tragedy.
push the brake pedal is perception
system and the navigation system, time. Actually doing it is
if equipped, including pairing and { Warning reaction time.
using a cell phone.
Drinking and then driving is very Average driver reaction time is
dangerous. Your reflexes, about three-quarters of a second. In
Defensive Driving that time, a vehicle moving at
perceptions, attentiveness, and
Defensive driving means “always judgment can be affected by even 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m
expect the unexpected.” The first a small amount of alcohol. You (66 ft), which could be a lot of
step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious — or even distance in an emergency.
the safety belt. See Safety Belts on fatal — collision if you drive after Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
page 3-7. drinking. include:
. Assume that other road users Do not drink and drive or ride with . Keep enough distance between
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and you and the vehicle in front
a driver who has been drinking.
other drivers) are going to be of you.
Ride home in a cab; or if you are
careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do with a group, designate a driver . Avoid needless heavy braking.
and be ready. who will not drink. . Keep pace with traffic.
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9-4 Driving and Operating

If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it See your dealer if there is a
vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel, and is problem.
normally but do not pump the held against that position for an
brakes. Doing so could make the
pedal harder to push down. If the
extended period of time, power
steering assist may be reduced.
{ Caution
engine stops, there will be some If the steering assist is used for an If the steering wheel is turned
power brake assist but it will be extended period of time, power until it reaches the end of its
used when the brake is applied. assist may be reduced. travel, and is held in that position
Once the power assist is used up, it for more than 15 seconds,
can take longer to stop and the Normal use of the power steering damage may occur to the power
brake pedal will be harder to push. assist should return when the
steering system and there may be
system cools down.
loss of power steering assist.
Steering See specific vehicle steering
messages under Vehicle Messages
Electric Power Steering on page 5-33. Curve Tips
If the vehicle has electric power . Take curves at a reasonable
steering, it does not have power Hydraulic Power Steering
speed.
steering fluid. Regular maintenance If the vehicle has hydraulic power . Reduce speed before entering a
is not required. steering, it may require
curve.
If power steering assist is lost due maintenance. See Power Steering
Fluid (L99, LS3 and ZL1) on . Maintain a reasonable steady
to a system malfunction, the vehicle
page 10-29 or Power Steering Fluid speed through the curve.
can be steered, but may require
increased effort. See your dealer if (LFX) on page 10-29. . Wait until the vehicle is out of
there is a problem. If power steering assist is lost the curve before accelerating
because the engine stops or gently into the straightaway.
because of a system malfunction,
the vehicle can be steered but may
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Steering in Emergencies Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go


straight down the roadway.
. There are some situations when
steering around a problem may
be more effective than braking. Loss of Control
. Holding both sides of the Skidding
steering wheel allows you to turn There are three types of skids that
180 degrees without removing correspond to the vehicle's three
a hand. control systems:
. The Antilock Brake System . Braking Skid — wheels are not
(ABS) allows steering while rolling.
braking.
. Steering or Cornering Skid —
too much speed or steering in a
curve causes tires to slip and
The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force.
off the edge of a road onto the
shoulder while driving. Follow
. Acceleration Skid — too much
these tips: throttle causes the driving
wheels to spin.
1. Ease off the accelerator and
then, if there is nothing in the Defensive drivers avoid most skids
way, steer the vehicle so that it by taking reasonable care suited to
straddles the edge of the existing conditions, and by not
pavement. overdriving those conditions. But
skids are always possible.
2. Turn the steering wheel about
one-eighth of a turn, until the
right front tire contacts the
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If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help For Track events or competitive
these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. driving, it is recommended that the
. Ease your foot off the brake fluid be replaced with a high
accelerator pedal and steer the Track Events and performance brake fluid that has a
dry boiling point greater than 279°C
way you want the vehicle to go. Competitive Driving (534°F). After conversion to the high
The vehicle may straighten out.
Track events or competitive driving performance brake fluid, follow the
Be ready for a second skid if it
may affect the vehicle warranty. See brake fluid service
occurs.
the warranty manual before using recommendations outlined by the
. Slow down and adjust your the vehicle for racing or other fluid manufacturer. Do not use
driving according to weather competitive driving. silicone or DOT-5 brake fluids.
conditions. Stopping distance
ZL1 and 1LE: For racing and
can be longer and vehicle
control can be affected when
{ Caution competitive driving, the vehicle load
traction is reduced by water, should be limited to the driver only
If you use the vehicle for racing or and no cargo. The tires should be
snow, ice, gravel, or other other competitive driving, the
material on the road. Learn to inflated to at least 180 kPa (26 psi).
engine may use more oil than it
recognize warning clues — such would with normal use. Low oil Because the fluid temperatures may
as enough water, ice, or packed levels can damage the engine. be higher, it is necessary to change
snow on the road to make a the rear axle fluid every 24 hours of
For information on how to add oil,
mirrored surface — and slow racing or competitive driving. See
see Engine Oil on page 10-12.
down when you have any doubt. Recommended Fluids and
. Try to avoid sudden steering, Be sure to check the oil level Lubricants on page 11-12.
acceleration, or braking, often during racing or other
including reducing vehicle speed competitive driving and keep the
by shifting to a lower gear. Any level at or near the upper mark
sudden changes could cause that shows the proper operating
the tires to slide. range on theInengine
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{ Caution { Caution { Caution


During a first time track or racing Extended track operation without The new vehicle break-in period
event, high rear axle this kit installed may result in a should be completed before
temperatures can occur. Damage low oil level and could result in performing the brake burnish
could be caused to the rear axle engine damage. procedure or damage may occur
and would not be covered by the to the powertrain/engine. See
vehicle warranty. To prepare the Camaro ZL1 or 1LE New Vehicle Break-In on
Do not drive as long or as fast the brake system for track events and page 9-16.
first time the vehicle is driven on racing, the high performance brake
the track or raced. burnish described below should be When performed as instructed,
completed. these procedures will not damage
the brakes. During the burnishing
For extended track use, GM Brake Burnishing
procedure, the brake pads will
recommends installing a rear New brake pads must be burnished smoke and produce an odor. The
differential cooler to protect the rear before racing or other competitive braking force and pedal travel may
axle. This excludes the ZL1 as it driving. increase. After the procedure is
has a rear differential cooler as
complete, the brake pads may
standard equipment.
1LE comes with an oil control kit
{ Caution appear white at the rotor contact.
Run this procedure in a safe
that should be installed for track use These procedures are specific to manner and in compliance with all
only, to ensure proper oil control the ZL1 or Camaro SS brake local and state ordinances/laws
and prevent engine damage. This is package. This procedure should regarding motor vehicle operation.
not for street use. This kit may also not be run on other Camaro Run this procedure only on dry
be purchased from your dealer. models as damage may result. pavement.
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9-8 Driving and Operating

Racing/Track Brake Burnish activating the Antilock Brake of driving conditions and avoid
Procedure System (ABS). Drive for at least driving through large puddles and
1 km (0.6 mi) between stops. deep‐standing or flowing water.
{ Caution Repeat until the brake pedal

Brake pedal fade will occur during


travel starts to increase.
Depending on conditions, this
{ Warning
this track burnish procedure and should take no longer than Wet brakes can cause crashes.
can cause brake pedal travel and 25 brake applications. They might not work as well in a
force to increase. This could 3. Cool down: Drive at 100 km/h quick stop and could cause
extend stopping distance until the (60 mph) for approximately pulling to one side. You could
brakes are fully burnished. 15 km (10 mi) without using lose control of the vehicle.
brakes. After driving through a large
1. Apply the brakes 25 times 4. Apply the brakes 25 times from puddle of water or a car/vehicle
starting 100 km/h (60 mph) to 100 km/h (60 mph) to 50 km/h wash, lightly apply the brake
50 km/h (30 mph) while (30 mph) while decelerating at pedal until the brakes work
decelerating at 0.4 g. This is a 0.4 g. This is a medium brake normally.
medium brake application. Drive application. Drive for at least
for at least 1 km (0.6 mi) 1 km (0.6 mi) between Flowing or rushing water creates
between applying the brakes. applications. strong forces. Driving through
This first step may be skipped if flowing water could cause the
there are more than 320 km Driving on Wet Roads vehicle to be carried away. If this
(200 mi) on the brake pads. happens, you and other vehicle
Rain and wet roads can reduce occupants could drown. Do not
2. Repeatedly apply the brakes vehicle traction and affect your ignore police warnings and be
from 100 km/h (60 mph) to ability to stop and accelerate. very cautious about trying to drive
25 km/h (15 mph) while Always drive slower in these types
decelerating at 0.8 g. This is a through flowing water.
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Driving and Operating 9-9

Hydroplaning
. Turn off cruise control. . Check all fluid levels and brakes,
tires, cooling system, and
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Highway Hypnosis transmission.
can build up under the vehicle's
tires so they actually ride on the Always be alert and pay attention to . Shift to a lower gear when going
water. This can happen if the road is your surroundings while driving. down steep or long hills.
wet enough and you are going fast If you become tired or sleepy, find a
enough. When the vehicle is safe place to park the vehicle { Warning
hydroplaning, it has little or no and rest.
contact with the road. Using the brakes to slow the
Other driving tips include:
vehicle on a long downhill slope
There is no hard and fast rule about . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. can cause brake overheating, can
hydroplaning. The best advice is to
. Keep the interior reduce brake performance, and
slow down when the road is wet.
temperature cool. could result in a loss of braking.
Other Rainy Weather Tips Shift the transmission to a lower
. Keep your eyes moving — scan
gear to let the engine assist the
Besides slowing down, other wet the road ahead and to the sides.
weather driving tips include: brakes on a steep downhill slope.
. Check the rearview mirror and
. Allow extra following distance. vehicle instruments often.
. Pass with caution.
Hill and Mountain Roads { Warning
. Keep windshield wiping
equipment in good shape. Driving on steep hills or through Coasting downhill in N (Neutral)
mountains is different than driving or with the ignition off is
. Keep the windshield washer fluid on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for
reservoir filled. dangerous. This can cause
driving in these conditions include: overheating of the brakes and
. Have good tires with proper . Keep the vehicle serviced and in (Continued)
tread depth. See Tires on good shape.
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Wet ice can occur at about 0°C shaded areas. The surface of a
Warning (Continued) (32°F) when freezing rain begins to curve or an overpass can remain icy
fall, resulting in even less traction. when the surrounding roads are
loss of steering. Always have the Avoid driving on wet ice or in clear. Avoid sudden steering
engine running and the vehicle freezing rain until roads can be maneuvers and braking while
in gear. treated with salt or sand. on ice.
Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control on slippery
. Stay in your own lane. Do not condition. Accelerate gently so surfaces.
swing wide or cut across the traction is not lost. Accelerating too
center of the road. Drive at quickly causes the wheels to spin Blizzard Conditions
speeds that let you stay in your and makes the surface under the Being stuck in snow can be a
own lane. tires slick, so there is even less serious situation. Stay with the
. Be alert on top of hills; traction. vehicle unless there is help nearby.
something could be in your lane Try not to break the fragile traction. If possible, use Roadside
(stalled car, accident). If you accelerate too fast, the drive Assistance. See Roadside
. wheels will spin and polish the Assistance Program on page 13-5.
Pay attention to special road
surface under the tires even more. To get help and keep everyone in
signs (falling rocks area, winding
the vehicle safe:
roads, long grades, passing or The Antilock Brake System (ABS) . Turn on the hazard warning
no-passing zones) and take improves vehicle stability during
appropriate action. hard stops on slippery roads, but flashers.
apply the brakes sooner than when . Tie a red cloth to an outside
Winter Driving on dry pavement. See Antilock mirror.
Brake System (ABS) on page 9-35.
Driving on Snow or Ice
Allow greater following distance on
Drive carefully when there is snow any slippery road and watch for
or ice between the tires and the slippery spots. Icy patches can
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If it takes some time for help to


{ Warning Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run
the engine, push the accelerator
Snow can trap engine exhaust . Fully open the air outlets on pedal slightly so the engine runs
under the vehicle. This may or under the instrument faster than the idle speed. This
cause exhaust gases to get panel. keeps the battery charged to restart
inside. Engine exhaust contains . Adjust the climate control the vehicle and to signal for help
carbon monoxide (CO) which system to a setting that with the headlamps. Do this as little
cannot be seen or smelled. It can circulates the air inside the as possible to save fuel.
cause unconsciousness and even vehicle and set the fan speed
death. to the highest setting. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck
If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: “Climate Control Systems” in
the Index. Slowly and cautiously spin the
. Clear away snow from around wheels to free the vehicle when
the base of your vehicle, For more information about stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
especially any that is blocking carbon monoxide, see Engine
If stuck too severely for the traction
the exhaust pipe. Exhaust on page 9-25.
system to free the vehicle, turn the
. Check again from time to traction system off and use the
time to be sure snow does To save fuel, run the engine for only rocking method. See Traction
not collect there. short periods as needed to warm Control/Electronic Stability Control
the vehicle and then shut the engine on page 9-37.
. Open a window about 5 cm off and close the window most of
(2 in) on the side of the
vehicle that is away from the
the way to save heat. Repeat this
until help arrives but only when you
{ Warning
wind to bring in fresh air. feel really uncomfortable from the If the vehicle's tires spin at high
(Continued) cold. Moving about to keep warm speed, they can explode, and you
also helps. or others could be injured. The
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the vehicle out after a few tries, it


Warning (Continued) might need to be towed out. If the { Warning
vehicle does need to be towed out,
vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle on Do not load the vehicle any
engine compartment fire or other page 10-90. heavier than the Gross
damage. Spin the wheels as little Vehicle Weight Rating
as possible and avoid going Vehicle Load Limits (GVWR), or either the
above 56 km/h (35 mph). maximum front or rear Gross
It is very important to know how Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
much weight the vehicle can This can cause systems to
Rocking the Vehicle to Get
carry. This weight is called the break and change the way the
it Out
vehicle capacity weight and vehicle handles. This could
Turn the steering wheel left and includes the weight of all
right to clear the area around the cause loss of control and a
occupants, cargo and all crash. Overloading can also
front wheels. Turn off any traction nonfactory-installed options.
system. Shift back and forth shorten the life of the vehicle.
Two labels on the vehicle show
between R (Reverse) and a low
forward gear, spinning the wheels how much weight it may
as little as possible. To prevent properly carry, the Tire and
transmission wear, wait until the Loading Information label and
wheels stop spinning before shifting the Certification label.
gears. Release the accelerator
pedal while shifting, and press
lightly on the accelerator pedal
when the transmission is in gear.
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Tire and Loading Information maximum vehicle capacity “Steps for Determining Correct
Label weight (2) in kilograms and Load Limit–
pounds. 1. Locate the statement "The
The Tire and Loading combined weight of
Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should
tire size of the original never exceed XXX kg or
equipment tires (3) and the XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s
recommended cold tire inflation placard.
pressures (4). For more 2. Determine the combined
information on tires and inflation weight of the driver and
see Tires on page 10-48 and passengers that will be riding
Tire Pressure on page 10-56. in your vehicle.
There is also important loading 3. Subtract the combined
Label Example information on the Certification
weight of the driver and
A vehicle-specific Tire and label. It tells you the Gross
passengers from XXX kg or
Loading Information label is Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
XXX lbs.
attached to the vehicle's center and the Gross Axle Weight
pillar (B-pillar). With the driver Rating (GAWR) for the front and 4. The resulting figure equals
door open, the label is attached rear axle. See “Certification the available amount of cargo
near the door lock post. The Tire Label” later in this section. and luggage load capacity.
and Loading Information label For example, if the "XXX"
shows the number of occupant amount equals 1400 lbs. and
seating positions (1), and the there will be five 150 lb
passengers in your vehicle,
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and luggage load capacity is


650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150)
= 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined
weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing Example 1 Example 2
a trailer, load from your trailer
will be transferred to your 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for
vehicle. Consult this manual Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg
to determine how this (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
reduces the available cargo 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @
and luggage load capacity of 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg
your vehicle.” (300 lbs). (750 lbs).
See Trailer Towing (ZL1) on 3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight =
page 9-58 or Trailer Towing Cargo Weight = 317 kg 113 kg (250 lbs).
(Except ZL1) on page 9-58 for (700 lbs).
important information on towing
a trailer, towing safety rules, and
trailering tips.
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seating positions. The combined Rating (GVWR). The GVWR


weight of the driver, passengers, includes the weight of the
and cargo should never exceed vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and
the vehicle's capacity weight. cargo. Never exceed the GVWR
for the vehicle, or the Gross
Certification Label
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for
either the front or rear axle.
And, if there is a heavy load, it
should be spread out. See
“Steps for Determining Correct
Load Limit” earlier in this
Example 3 section.
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for
Example 3 = 453 kg { Warning
(1,000 lbs).
Do not load the vehicle any
2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ heavier than the Gross
91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg Label Example Vehicle Weight Rating
(1,000 lbs). A vehicle-specific Certification (GVWR), or either the
3. Available Cargo Weight = label is attached to the vehicle's maximum front or rear Gross
0 kg (0 lbs). center pillar (B-pillar). With the Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
driver door open, the label is This can cause systems to
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and break and change the way the
Loading Information label for attached near the door lock
post. The label tells the gross vehicle handles. This could
specific information about the
vehicle's capacity weight and weight capacity
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Starting and


Operating
cause loss of control and a far forward as possible.
crash. Overloading can also Try to spread the weight New Vehicle Break-In
shorten the life of the vehicle. evenly.
. Never stack heavier { Caution
If you put things inside the things, like suitcases,
vehicle — like suitcases, tools, inside the vehicle so that Follow these recommended
packages, or anything some of them are above guidelines during the first
else — they will go as fast as the the tops of the seats. 2 414 km (1,500 mi) of driving this
vehicle goes. If you have to stop vehicle. Parts have a break-in
. Do not leave an period and performance will be
or turn quickly, or if there is a
unsecured child restraint better in the long run.
crash, they will keep going.
in the vehicle. . For the first
{ Warning . Secure loose items in the 2 414 km (1,500 mi):
vehicle. . Avoid full throttle starts and
Things inside the vehicle can abrupt stops.
. Do not leave a seat folded
strike and injure people in a
down unless needed. . Do not exceed
sudden stop or turn, or in a
4000 engine rpm.
crash.
. Avoid driving at any one
. Put things in the cargo constant speed, fast or slow.
area of the vehicle. In the . Do not drive above
cargo area, put them as
129 km/h (80 mph).
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Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued)


Ignition Positions
. Avoid downshifting to brake . To break in new tires, drive at
or slow the vehicle when the moderate speeds and avoid
engine speed will exceed hard cornering for the first
4,000 rpm. 322 km (200 mi). New tires do
. Do not let the engine labor. not have maximum traction
Never lug the engine in high and may tend to slip.
gear at low speeds. With a . New brake linings also need
manual transmission, shift to a break-in period. Avoid
the next lower gear. This rule making hard stops during the
applies at all times, not just first 322 km (200 mi). This is
during the break-in period. recommended every time
. Do not participate in racing brake linings are replaced.
The ignition switch has four different
events, sport driving schools, . Should the vehicle be used
positions.
or similar activities during this for racing or competitive
break-in period. driving (after break-in), the
. Check engine oil with every rear axle lubricant must be { Caution
refueling and add if replaced before hand.
Using a tool to force the key to
necessary. Oil and fuel turn in the ignition could cause
consumption may be higher See Track Events and Competitive damage to the switch or break the
than normal during the first Driving on page 9-6. key. Use the correct key, make
2 414 km (1,500 mi). sure it is all the way in, and turn it
(Continued) only with your hand. If the key
cannot be turned by hand, see
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The key must be fully extended to The ignition switch can bind in the 4. Set the parking brake. See
start the vehicle. LOCK/OFF position with the wheels Parking Brake on page 9-36.
To shift out of P (Park), turn the turned off center. If this happens,
ignition to ON/RUN and apply the move the steering wheel from right
to left while turning the key to ACC/
{ Warning
brake pedal.
ACCESSORY. If this does not work, Turning off the vehicle while
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ then the vehicle needs service. moving may cause loss of power
OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, assist in the brake and steering
turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ If the vehicle must be shut off in an
emergency: systems and disable the airbags.
OFF to turn the engine off. Retained While driving, only shut the
Accessory Power (RAP) will remain 1. Brake using a firm and steady
vehicle off in an emergency.
active. See Retained Accessory pressure. Do not pump the
Power (RAP) on page 9-21. brakes repeatedly. This may
This is the only position from which deplete power assist, requiring If the vehicle cannot be pulled over,
the key can be removed. This locks increased brake pedal force. and must be shut off while driving,
the steering wheel, ignition, and 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This turn the ignition to ACC/
automatic transmission. can be done while the vehicle is ACCESSORY.

On vehicles with an automatic moving. After shifting to neutral, 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This


transmission, the shift lever must be continue to firmly apply the position provides power to some of
in P (Park) to turn the ignition switch brakes and steer the vehicle to a the electrical accessories. It unlocks
to the LOCK/OFF position. safe location. the steering wheel and ignition. To
3. Come to a complete stop. Shift move the key from ACC/
Do not turn the engine off when the ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, push
vehicle is moving. This will cause a to P (Park) with an automatic
transmission, or Neutral with a in the key and then turn it to
loss of power assist in the brake LOCK/OFF.
and steering systems and disable manual transmission. Turn the
the airbags. ignition to LOCK/OFF. 3 (ON/RUN): The ignition switch
stays in this position when the
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be used to operate the electrical key is in the ignition. If the ignition floor and start the engine. The
accessories, including the becomes difficult to turn, see Keys vehicle will not start if the clutch
ventilation fan and 12-volt power on page 2-1. pedal is not all the way down.
outlet, as well as to display some
Starting Procedure
warning and indicator lights. This Starting the Engine
position can also be used for 1. With your foot off the accelerator
service and diagnostics, and to Place the transmission in the pedal, turn the ignition key to
verify the proper operation of the proper gear. START. When the engine starts,
malfunction indicator lamp as may Automatic Transmission let go of the key. The idle speed
be required for emission inspection will go down as the engine
purposes. The transmission is also Move the shift lever to P (Park) or warms. Do not race the engine
unlocked in this position on N (Neutral). The engine will not start immediately after starting it.
automatic transmission vehicles. in any other position. To restart the Allow the oil to warm up and
vehicle when it is already moving, lubricate all moving parts.
The battery could be drained if the use N (Neutral) only.
key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY The vehicle has a
or ON/RUN position with the engine Computer-Controlled Cranking
off. The vehicle might not start if the
{ Caution System. This feature assists in
battery is allowed to drain for an Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the starting the engine and protects
extended period of time. vehicle is moving. If you do, you components. If the ignition key is
4 (START): This position starts the could damage the transmission. turned to the START position,
engine. When the engine starts, and then released when the
Shift to P (Park) only when the
release the key. The ignition switch engine begins cranking, the
vehicle is stopped.
will return to ON/RUN for normal engine will continue cranking for
driving. a few seconds or until the
Manual Transmission vehicle starts. If the engine does
A warning tone sounds when the not start and the key is held in
driver door is opened if the ignition The shift lever should be in Neutral
and the parking brake engaged. START for many seconds,
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to prevent cranking motor 2. If the engine does not start after


damage. To prevent gear five to 10 seconds, especially in { Caution
damage, this system also very cold weather (below −18°C
prevents cranking if the engine or 0°F), it could be flooded with If you add electrical parts or
is already running. Engine too much gasoline. Push the accessories, you could change
cranking can be stopped by accelerator pedal all the way to the way the engine operates. Any
turning the ignition switch to the floor and hold it there as you resulting damage would not be
ACC/ACCESSORY or hold the key in START for a covered by the vehicle warranty.
LOCK/OFF. maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at See Add-On Electrical Equipment
least 15 seconds between each on page 9-60.
{ Caution try, to allow the cranking motor
to cool. When the engine starts,
Cranking the engine for long let go of the key and accelerator. Engine Heater
periods of time, by returning the If the vehicle starts briefly but The engine coolant heater,
ignition to the START position then stops again, repeat the if available, can help in cold weather
immediately after cranking has procedure. This clears the extra conditions at or below −18°C (0°F)
ended, can overheat and damage gasoline from the engine. Do not for easier starting and better fuel
the cranking motor, and drain the race the engine immediately economy during engine warm-up.
battery. Wait at least 15 seconds after starting it. Operate the Plug in the coolant heater at least
engine and transmission gently four hours before starting the
between each try, to let the
until the oil warms up and vehicle. An internal thermostat in
cranking motor cool down.
lubricates all moving parts. the plug-end of the cord will prevent
engine coolant heater operation at
temperatures above −18°C (0°F).

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Using the Engine Coolant Retained Accessory


Heater { Warning Power (RAP)
1. Turn off the engine. Plugging the cord into an These vehicle accessories may be
2. Open the hood and unwrap the ungrounded outlet could cause an used for up to 10 minutes after the
electrical cord. electrical shock. Also, the wrong engine is turned off:
kind of extension cord could
overheat and cause a fire. You
. Audio System
could be seriously injured. Plug . Power Windows
the cord into a properly grounded . Sunroof (if equipped)
three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.
If the cord will not reach, use a The power windows and sunroof will
heavy-duty three-prong extension continue to work for up to
cord rated for at least 15 amps. 10 minutes or until any door is
opened. The radio will work when
the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/
4. Before starting the engine, be ACCESSORY. Once the key is
sure to unplug and store the turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF,
cord as it was before to keep it the radio will continue to work for
away from moving engine parts. 10 minutes, or until the driver door is
The electrical cord is on the If you do not it could be opened or the key is removed from
passenger side of the engine damaged. the ignition.
compartment, next to the engine The length of time the heater should
compartment fuse block for remain plugged in depends on
V6 models. several factors. Ask a dealer in the
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded area where you will be parking the
110-volt AC outlet. vehicle for the best advice on this.
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Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued)


Release the button and check that
the shift lever cannot be moved out
Use this procedure to shift into of P (Park).
P (Park): It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully Torque Lock
1. Hold the brake pedal down and
in P (Park) with the parking brake Torque lock is when the weight of
set the parking brake.
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. the vehicle puts too much force on
See Parking Brake on page 9-36
Do not leave the vehicle when the the parking pawl in the
for more information.
engine is running. If you have left transmission. This happens when
2. Hold the button on the shift lever the engine running, the vehicle parking on a hill and shifting the
and push the lever toward the can move suddenly. You or others transmission into P (Park) is not
front of the vehicle into P (Park). could be injured. To be sure the done properly and then it is difficult
3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. vehicle will not move, even when to shift out of P (Park). To prevent
you are on fairly level ground, torque lock, set the parking brake
4. Remove the key. and then shift into P (Park). To find
always set the parking brake and
Leaving the Vehicle with the out how, see “Shifting Into Park”
move the shift lever to P (Park).
listed previously.
Engine Running See Shifting Into Park on
page 9-22. If you are towing a If torque lock does occur, the
{ Warning trailer, see Driving Characteristics vehicle may need to be pushed
uphill by another vehicle to relieve
and Towing Tips on page 9-54.
It can be dangerous to leave the the parking pawl pressure, so you
vehicle with the engine running. can shift out of P (Park).
If you have to leave the vehicle with
It could overheat and catch fire.
the engine running, the vehicle must
(Continued) be in P (Park) and the parking
brake set.

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Shifting out of Park 2. Turn the key to the ON/RUN moved from the P (Park) position.
position. If the battery has lost power, the
This vehicle is equipped with an shift lever cannot be moved from
electronic shift lock control system. 3. Release the parking brake. See
Parking Brake on page 9-36. P (Park) unless the shift lock manual
The shift lock release is release is disengaged manually.
designed to: 4. Press the shift lever button.
To access the shift lock manual
. Prevent ignition key removal 5. Move the shift lever to the release:
unless the shift lever is in desired position.
P (Park) with the shift lever 1. Apply the parking brake.
button fully released. If still unable to shift out of P (Park):
1. Fully release the shift lever
. Prevent movement of the shift
button.
lever out of P (Park), unless the
ignition is in ON/RUN and the 2. Hold the brake pedal down and
brake pedal is applied. press the shift lever button
again.
The shift lock release is always
functional except in the case of an 3. Move the shift lever to the
uncharged or low voltage (less than desired position.
9-volt) battery. If the shift lever still cannot be
If the vehicle has an uncharged moved from P (Park), see “Shift
battery or a battery with low voltage, Lock Manual Release” following.
try charging or jump starting the
battery. See Jump Starting on Shift Lock Manual Release 2. Pull the passenger side console
page 10-87. The transmission has an electric trim away from the front half of
To shift out of P (Park): park lock called a shift lock manual the console to expose the shift
release. The key must be in the ON/ lever mechanism.
1. Apply the brake pedal. RUN position, and the brake pedal
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8. Place the console trim panel in Parking over Things


the original position, aligning the
fasteners on the trim panel with
That Burn
the slots in the console. Press in
the side trim until it clicks in { Warning
place.
Things that can burn could touch
The shift lever locks if it is moved hot exhaust parts under the
back to the P (Park) position. vehicle and ignite. Do not park
3. Remove the retainer and the over papers, leaves, dry grass,
Parking (Manual or other things that can burn.
shift lock manual release cover.
Transmission)
4. Push and hold the manual
release lever toward the rear of If the vehicle has a manual Active Fuel Management®
the vehicle. transmission, before getting out of
the vehicle, move the shift lever into Vehicles with V8 engines and an
5. Press the select button and R (Reverse), and firmly apply the automatic transmission, except ZL1,
move the shift lever to the parking brake. Once the shift lever have Active Fuel Management®.
N (Neutral) position. has been placed into R (Reverse) This system allows the engine to
6. Release the lever. with the clutch pedal pressed in, operate on either all or half of its
turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF, cylinders, depending on the driving
7. After the vehicle has been conditions.
remove the key, and release the
moved, align the shift lock
clutch.
manual release cover plate and
install the retainer so the If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle
automatic transmission can is pulling a trailer, see Driving
operate properly. Characteristics and Towing Tips on
page 9-54.
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When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust


as cruising at a constant vehicle Warning (Continued)
speed, the system will operate in
the half cylinder mode, allowing the { Warning . There are holes or openings
in the vehicle body from
vehicle to achieve better fuel
economy. When greater power Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket
demands are required, such as monoxide (CO) which cannot be modifications that are not
accelerating from a stop, passing, seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed.
or merging onto a freeway, the can cause unconsciousness and If unusual fumes are detected or
system will maintain full-cylinder even death. if it is suspected that exhaust is
operation. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle:
. The vehicle idles in areas . Drive it only with the windows
with poor ventilation (parking completely down.
garages, tunnels, deep snow . Have the vehicle repaired
that may block underbody immediately.
airflow or tail pipes).
Never park the vehicle with the
. The exhaust smells or engine running in an enclosed
sounds strange or different. area such as a garage or a
. The exhaust system leaks building that has no fresh air
due to corrosion or damage. ventilation.
. The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified, damaged,
or improperly repaired.
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Running the Vehicle Automatic P (Park): This position locks the


rear wheels. It is the best position to
While Parked Transmission use when starting the engine
It is better not to park with the because the vehicle cannot move
The Driver Information Center (DIC)
engine running. easily.
displays the current gear selected in
If the vehicle is left with the engine the lower left corner. When Sport
running, follow the proper steps to Mode is active, an S is displayed. { Warning
be sure the vehicle will not move. If Manual Mode or Electronic Range
See Shifting Into Park on page 9-22 Select (ERS) Mode are active, an M It is dangerous to get out of the
and Engine Exhaust on page 9-25. and the current gear selected (Tap vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
If the vehicle has a manual Shift) or the maximum gear allowed in P (Park) with the parking brake
transmission, see Parking (Manual (ERS Mode) are displayed next to firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Transmission) on page 9-24. the M. Do not leave the vehicle when the
If parking on a hill and pulling a engine is running. If you have left
trailer, see Driving Characteristics the engine running, the vehicle
and Towing Tips on page 9-54. can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
See Shifting Into Park on
page 9-22 and Driving
Characteristics and Towing Tips
on page 9-54.

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Make sure the shift lever is fully in


P (Park) before starting the engine. { Caution { Warning
The vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control Shifting to R (Reverse) while the Shifting into a drive gear while the
system. The regular brake must be vehicle is moving forward could engine is running at high speed is
fully applied first and then the shift damage the transmission. The dangerous. Unless your foot is
lever button pressed before shifting repairs would not be covered by firmly on the brake pedal, the
from P (Park) when the ignition key the vehicle warranty. Shift to vehicle could move very rapidly.
is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out R (Reverse) only after the vehicle You could lose control and hit
of P (Park), ease pressure on the is stopped. people or objects. Do not shift
shift lever, then push the shift lever into a drive gear while the engine
all the way into P (Park) as you To rock the vehicle back and forth to is running at high speed.
maintain brake application. Then get out of snow, ice, or sand without
press the shift lever button and damaging the transmission, see If
move the shift lever into another
gear. See Shifting out of Park on
the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9-11. { Caution
page 9-23. N (Neutral): In this position, the
engine does not connect with the Shifting out of P (Park) or
R (Reverse): Use this gear to wheels. To restart the engine when N (Neutral) with the engine
back up. the vehicle is already moving, use running at high speed may
N (Neutral) only. Also, use damage the transmission. The
N (Neutral) when the vehicle is repairs would not be covered by
being towed. the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
engine is not running at high
speed when shifting the vehicle.

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D (Drive): This position is for If the brake is released for some axle other than GW8 will be in Sport
normal driving. It provides the best time, the transmission will upshift a Mode. Sport Mode provides firmer,
fuel economy. When the ZL1 is in gear. If the road levels out and the quicker shifting. The transmission
D (Drive), the first shift after start will accelerator pedal is pressed, the will shift automatically until the Tap
be from 1 (First) gear. Following transmission will upshift until the Shift controls are used. Tap Shift
starts will begin in 2 (Second) gear. appropriate gear is reached. activates driver manual gear
If more power is needed for selection. See Manual Mode on
passing, and the vehicle is: { Caution page 9-29.
. Going less than 56 km/h V6 Models without Axle GW8, V8
If the vehicle accelerates slowly,
(35 mph), push the accelerator Models Except ZL1
or does not shift gears, the
pedal about halfway down. transmission could be damaged. While driving in Sport Mode, if Tap
. Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or Have the vehicle serviced Shift has not been activated, the
more, push the accelerator all right away. transmission determines when the
the way down. vehicle is being driven in a
competitive manner. The
Powertrain Braking (V6 and M (Manual Mode): This position transmission may remain in a gear
V8 Engines Except ZL1) allows the driver to select gears longer than it would in the normal
appropriate for current driving driving mode based on throttle input
When driving on steep descents
conditions. and vehicle lateral acceleration.
with the shift lever in D (Drive) or
M (Manual Mode) where frequent With the shift lever in M (Manual If there is a rapid reduction in
braking is required, the transmission Mode) position, vehicles with axle throttle from a heavy throttle
will shift down a gear to help hold code GW8 will enter ERS Mode. position, the transmission will
vehicle speed and reduce brake See Manual Mode on page 9-29. maintain the current gear up to near
wear. If the driver continues to press redline rpm. While braking, the
With the shift lever in M (Manual transmission will automatically
the brake, the transmission will Mode) position, and without using
downshift until 3 (Third) gear is downshift to the next lower gear
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vehicle is then driven for a short below approximately 3000 rpm. downhill or towing a trailer. The
time at a steady speed, and without If the vehicle is then driven for a vehicle has an electronic shift
high cornering loads, the short time at a steady speed, and position indicator within the
transmission will up-shift one gear without high cornering loads, the instrument cluster. When using the
at a time, until 6 (Sixth) gear. After transmission will up-shift one gear ERS mode a number will display
shifting to 6 (Sixth) gear, or coming at a time, until 6 (Sixth) gear. After next to the M, indicating the current
to a complete stop, the transmission shifting to 6 (Sixth) gear, or coming maximum gear allowed. Vehicles
will return to normal Sport Mode to a complete stop, the transmission with this feature have indicators on
shifting. will return to normal sport mode the steering wheel. The controls are
shifting. on the back of the steering wheel.
ZL1
If the vehicle detects aggressive To use this feature:
While driving in Sport Mode, if Tap cornering, even without a heavy
Shift has not been activated, the 1. Move the shift lever to
application of the throttle, the M (Manual Mode).
transmission determines when the transmission will downshift and hold
vehicle is being driven in a a lower gear to near redline rpm, to 2. Press the plus/minus paddles on
competitive manner, in a straight aid in vehicle handling balance and the back of the steering wheel,
line or while turning. The to improve corner exit speeds. to increase or decrease the gear
transmission may remain in a gear range available.
longer than it would in the normal
driving mode based on throttle input Manual Mode When you shift from D (Drive) to
and vehicle lateral acceleration. M (Manual Mode), the transmission
Electronic Range Select will shift to a lower gear range. The
If there is a rapid reduction in (ERS) Mode
throttle from a heavy throttle highest gear available for this range
position, the transmission will Vehicles with axle code GW8 have is displayed next to the M in the
maintain the current gear up to an ERS Mode. ERS Mode allows DIC. The number displayed in the
approximately 4600 rpm. While you to choose the top-gear limit of DIC is the highest gear that the
braking, the transmission will the transmission with fully automatic transmission will be allowed to
automatically downshift to the next gear selection. This can help control operate in. This means that all
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available. For example, when Tap Shift While in M (Manual Mode), the
4 (Fourth) is shown next to the M, transmission will prevent shifting to
1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are a lower gear if the engine speed is
automatically shifted by the vehicle. too high. If the tap down − (Minus)
The transmission will not shift into paddle is held while the vehicle
5 (Fifth) until the + (Plus) paddle is slows down, the M in the DIC will
used or you shift back into D (Drive). flash, and the downshift will be
While in M (Manual Mode), the allowed when vehicle speed is low
transmission will prevent shifting to enough. Continuing to hold the tap
a lower gear range if the engine down − (Minus) paddle will not
speed is too high. The DIC will still cause the transmission to continue
indicate the lower gear range downshifting. Each downshift must
selected, but the transmission will be requested separately by
not initiate the downshift until the releasing and reapplying the tap
vehicle has met a minimum speed Vehicles with any axle other than down − (Minus) paddle.
requirement. GW8 have a Tap Shift Mode. Tap
Shift allows the driver to manually
control the automatic transmission.
To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must
be in M (Manual Mode). Vehicles
with this feature have indicators on
the steering wheel. The controls are
on the back of the steering wheel.
Tap the left control to downshift, and
the right control to upshift. The DIC
display indicates the gear the
vehicle is in.
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See Driver Information Center (DIC) vehicle speed and engine


on page 5-25 and Head-Up Display revolutions per minute (rpm). The
(HUD) on page 5-28. transmission will not automatically
When in Tap Shift Mode, the driver shift to the next higher gear if the
can exit Tap Shift by holding the engine rpm is too high. If shifting is
right (upshift) control for prevented for any reason, the
English two seconds. The transmission will message SHIFT DENIED will
return to automatic shifting. appear in the DIC, indicating that
the transmission has not shifted
The driver may choose to briefly gears. While in the Tap Shift Mode,
enter Tap Shift Mode while in the transmission will not
D (Drive). Tapping either the upshift automatically downshift on hard
or downshift control will place the acceleration.
transmission in Tap Shift Mode. The
driver may then exit Tap Shift Mode When coasting to a stop in Tap Shift
Metric Mode, the V6 transmission will
by holding the upshift control for
Vehicles equipped with a Head-Up two seconds. The system will return automatically downshift to 1 (First)
Display (HUD) may also have shift to automatic shifting after gear, and the V8 transmission will
timing lights across the top of the 10 seconds of cruising at a steady automatically downshift to
display. As you approach a shift speed, or when the vehicle comes 2 (Second) gear. A 1 (First) gear
point, the rows of lights grow closer to a stop. start can be selected using the Tap
together. The transmission should Shift controls on V8 models. When
be shifted before the lights come The driver may use this for sport accelerating from a stop, the
together in the middle of the display. driving or when climbing or transmissions will hold these gears
If the lights begin flashing, you have descending hills, to stay in gear until the driver manually selects
exceeded the shift point. Shift longer, or to downshift for more higher gears using the Tap Shift
immediately. power or engine braking. The controls.
transmission will only allow you to
shift into gears
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When accelerating the vehicle from Manual Transmission Shift Pattern (V6 Engine)
a stop in snowy and icy conditions,
you may want to shift into Shift Pattern (V8 Engines)
2 (Second) gear. A higher gear ratio
allows you to gain more traction on
slippery surfaces. ZL1 vehicles may
also be shifted into 3 (Third) gear.

These are the shift patterns for the


six-speed manual transmissions.
To operate the transmission:
1 (First): Press the clutch pedal
and shift into 1 (First). Then slowly
let up on the clutch pedal as you
press the accelerator pedal.
You can shift into 1 (First) when you
are going less than 64 km/h
(40 mph). If you come to a complete
stop and it is hard to shift into
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and let up on the clutch. Press the Neutral: Use this position when One to Four Shift Message
clutch pedal back down. Then shift you start or idle the engine. The (V8 Only)
into 1 (First). shift lever is in Neutral when it is
2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal centered in the shift pattern, not in
as you let up on the accelerator any gear.
pedal and shift into 2 (Second). R (Reverse): To back up, press
Then, slowly let up on the clutch down the clutch pedal and shift into
pedal as you press the accelerator R (Reverse). On V8 models, apply
pedal. pressure to get the lever past
3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 5 (Fifth) and 6 (Sixth) into
6 (Sixth): Shift into 3 (Third), R (Reverse). Let up on the clutch
4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) the pedal slowly while pressing the
same way you do for 2 (Second). accelerator pedal.
Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as
you press the accelerator pedal. Driver Information Center
To stop, let up on the accelerator When this message comes on, you
pedal and press the brake pedal. can only shift from 1 (First) to
Just before the vehicle stops, press 4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to
the clutch pedal and the brake 2 (Second). The message will be
pedal, and shift to Neutral. displayed in the Driver Information
Center.
You must complete the shift into
4 (Fourth) to turn off this feature.
This helps you get the best possible
fuel economy.
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After shifting to 4 (Fourth), you may Vehicles equipped with a Head-Up


downshift to a lower gear if you Display (HUD) may also have shift
prefer. timing lights across the top of the
display. As you approach a shift
{ Caution point, the rows of lights grow closer
together. The transmission should
Forcing the shift lever into any English be shifted before the lights come
gear except 4 (Fourth) when the together in the middle of the display.
1 — 4 SHIFT message comes on If the lights begin flashing, you have
may damage the transmission. exceeded the shift point. Shift
Shift only from 1 (First) to immediately.
4 (Fourth) when the message See Driver Information Center (DIC)
comes on. on page 5-25 and Head-Up Display
(HUD) on page 5-28.
Metric
This message will come on when:
. The engine coolant temperature
is higher than 76°C (169°F).
. The vehicle is accelerating from
a stop and going 24 to 31 km/h
(15 to 19 mph).
. The vehicle is at 21 percent
throttle or less.

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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always
becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to
brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS.
Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a
System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels Using ABS
are slowing down. If one of the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
This vehicle has ABS, an advanced
wheels is about to stop rolling, the the brake pedal down firmly and let
electronic braking system that helps
computer will separately work the ABS work. You might hear the ABS
prevent a braking skid.
brakes at each wheel. pump or motor operating and feel
When the vehicle begins to drive the brake pedal pulsate, but this is
ABS can change the brake pressure
away, ABS checks itself. normal.
to each wheel, as required, faster
A momentary motor or clicking noise
than any driver could. This can help Braking in Emergencies
might be heard while this test is
you steer around the obstacle while
going on, and it might even be ABS allows you to steer and brake
braking hard.
noticed that the brake pedal moves at the same time. In many
a little. This is normal. As the brakes are applied, the emergencies, steering can help
computer keeps receiving updates more than even the very best
on wheel speed and controls braking.
braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
the time needed to get a foot up to
the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too
If there is a problem with ABS, this close to the vehicle in front of you,
warning light stays on. See Antilock there will not be enough time to
Brake System (ABS) Warning Light apply the brakes if that vehicle
on page 5-20.
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Parking Brake 2. Pull the parking brake handle up If you are towing a trailer and
until you can press the release parking on a hill, see Driving
button. Characteristics and Towing Tips on
3. Hold the release button in as page 9-54.
you move the brake handle all
the way down. Brake Assist
This vehicle has a brake assist
{ Caution feature designed to assist the driver
in stopping or decreasing vehicle
Driving with the parking brake on speed in emergency driving
can overheat the brake system conditions. This feature uses the
and cause premature wear or stability system hydraulic brake
damage to brake system parts. control module to supplement the
Make sure that the parking brake power brake system under
To apply the parking brake, pull up is fully released and the brake conditions where the driver has
on the parking brake handle. It is warning light is off before driving. quickly and forcefully applied the
not necessary to push in on the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly
release button while applying the stop or slow down the vehicle. The
parking brake. If the ignition is in the Driving with the parking brake stability system hydraulic brake
ON/RUN position, the brake system applied will cause a warning chime control module increases brake
warning light will come on. See to sound and the RELEASE pressure at each corner of the
Brake System Warning Light on PARKING BRAKE message to vehicle until the ABS activates.
page 5-19. appear in the DIC. The message will Minor brake pedal pulsation or
remain on until: pedal movement during this time is
To release the parking brake:
. The parking brake is released. normal and the driver should
1. Hold the brake pedal down. continue to apply the brake pedal as
. The vehicle comes to a stop.
the driving situation dictates. The
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automatically disengage when the Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the
brake pedal is released or brake driver in keeping the vehicle on the
pedal pressure is quickly intended path.
decreased. Traction Control/
If cruise control is being used and
Electronic Stability traction control or StabiliTrak begins
Hill Start Assist (HSA) Control to limit wheel spin, cruise control will
HSA is an automatic feature disengage. Cruise control may be
System Operation turned back on when road
activated when the vehicle is
stopped on a grade. This feature is The vehicle has a Traction Control conditions allow.
designed to prevent the vehicle from System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an Both systems come on
rolling, either forward or rearward, electronic stability control system. automatically when the vehicle is
during vehicle drive off. During the These systems help limit wheel slip started and begins to move. The
transition from releasing the brake and assist the driver in maintaining systems may be heard or felt while
pedal to accelerating to drive off on control, especially on slippery road they are operating or while
a grade, HSA holds the braking conditions. performing diagnostic checks. This
pressure to prevent rolling. HSA will TCS activates if it senses that any is normal and does not mean there
not activate if the vehicle is in a of the drive wheels are spinning or is a problem with the vehicle.
drive gear and facing downhill or if beginning to lose traction. When this
the vehicle is facing uphill and in It is recommended to leave both
happens, TCS applies the brakes to systems on for normal driving
R (Reverse). the spinning wheels and reduces conditions, but it may be necessary
engine power to limit wheel spin. to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets
StabiliTrak activates when the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
vehicle senses a difference between See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on
the intended path and the direction page 9-11 and “Turning the Systems
the vehicle is actually traveling. Off and On” later in this section.
StabiliTrak selectively applies
braking pressure
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If d comes on and stays on:


{ Caution
1. Stop the vehicle.
Do not repeatedly brake or
2. Turn the engine off and wait
accelerate heavily when TCS is
15 seconds.
off. The vehicle driveline could be
3. Start the engine. damaged.
The indicator light for both systems
is in the instrument cluster. This Drive the vehicle. If d comes on
light will: and stays on, the vehicle may need To turn off only TCS, press and
. Flash when TCS is limiting
more time to diagnose the problem. release the g button. The traction
If the condition persists, see your
wheel spin. off light i displays in the instrument
dealer.
. Flash when StabiliTrak is cluster.
activated. Turning the Systems Off To turn TCS on again, press and
and On release the g button. The traction
. Turn on and stay on when either
system is not working. off light i displayed in the
If either system fails to turn on or to instrument cluster will turn off.
activate, a message displays in the If TCS is limiting wheel spin when
Driver Information Center (DIC), and
the g button is pressed, the system
d comes on and stays on to will not turn off until the wheels stop
indicate that the system is inactive
and is not assisting the driver in spinning.
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak
maintaining control. The vehicle is is on the center console in front of To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
safe to drive, but driving should be the shift lever. press and hold the g button until
adjusted accordingly.
the traction off light i and
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StabiliTrak OFF light g come on Competitive Driving Mode


and stay on in the instrument
{ Caution
Competitive Driving Mode,
cluster. Performance Traction Management Attempting to shift when the drive
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on (PTM), and Launch Control are wheels are spinning and do not
again, press and release the g systems designed to allow have traction may cause damage
increased performance while to the transmission. Damage
button. The traction off light i and
accelerating and/or cornering. This caused by misuse of the vehicle
StabiliTrak OFF light g in the is accomplished by regulating and is not covered by the vehicle
instrument cluster turn off. optimizing the engine, brakes, and warranty. Do not attempt to shift
Adding accessories can affect the suspension performance. These when the drive wheels do not
vehicle performance. See modes are for use at a closed have traction.
Accessories and Modifications on course race track and are not
page 10-3. intended for use on public roads.
They will not compensate for a Competitive Driving Mode (SS
Engine Drag Control (EDC) driver’s inexperience or lack of and ZL1 Convertible Only)
EDC improves vehicle stability by familiarity with the race track. Competitive Driving Mode allows full
sensing if there is a difference in Drivers who prefer to allow the engine power while the StabiliTrak
speed between the free rolling front system to have more control of the system helps maintain directional
wheels and the rear drive wheels engine, brake, and suspension are control of the vehicle by selective
that often occurs when the driver advised to turn the normal TCS and brake application. In this mode, TCS
takes their foot off the accelerator StabiliTrak systems on. is off and Launch Control is
pedal on slippery surfaces (snow, available. Adjust your driving style
ice, etc.). When this is detected, to account for the available engine
EDC sends more torque to the rear power. See “Launch Control (V8
wheels to make sure all four wheels with Manual Transmissions Only)”
are spinning at similar speeds, later in this section.
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When the TCS/StabiliTrak button is


pressed again, the TCS and
StabiliTrak systems are on. The
appropriate message displays
briefly in the DIC.
Performance Traction
Management (PTM) (ZL1
Coupe Only)
PTM integrates the TCS,
StabiliTrak, and Selective Ride
Control systems to provide
improved and consistent
These lights are on when the performance when cornering. The These lights are on when the
vehicle is in the Competitive amount of available engine power is vehicle is in the PTM Mode.
Driving Mode. based on the mode selected, track This optional handling mode can be
This optional handling mode can be conditions, driver skill, and the selected by pressing the TCS/
selected by pressing the TCS/ radius of each corner. StabiliTrak button on the console
StabiliTrak button on the console quickly two times. The appropriate
quickly two times. The appropriate message displays in the DIC. See
message displays in the Driver Ride Control System Messages on
Information Center (DIC). See Ride page 5-39.
Control System Messages on
page 5-39.

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To experience the performance up or down through modes 1–5 by


. Dry conditions only.
benefit of this system, after entering pressing the −TOUR or +SPORT . StabiliTrak is on and engine
a curve and at the point where the button. power is slightly reduced based
driver would normally start to The following is a DIC display on conditions.
increase acceleration, the description and the recommended
accelerator pedal can be fully PERF TRACTION 3 – SPORT 1
usage of each mode.
pressed. The PTM system will ACTIVE HANDLING ON
modify the level of engine power for PERF TRACTION 1 – WET / SUSPENSION MODE SPORT
a smooth and consistent corner exit. ACTIVE HANDLING ON (ZL1 Only)
SUSPENSION MODE TOUR . For use by drivers who are
(ZL1 Only) familiar with the track.
. Intended for all driver skill levels. . Requires more driving skill than
. Wet or damp conditions only — mode 2.
not intended for use in heavy . Dry conditions only.
rain or standing water. . StabiliTrak is on and more
. StabiliTrak is on and engine engine power is available than in
power is reduced based on mode 2.
conditions.
To select a mode while in PTM, PERF TRACTION 4 – SPORT 2
press the Selective Ride Control/ PERF TRACTION 2 – DRY / ACTIVE HANDLING OFF
PTM −TOUR or +SPORT button on ACTIVE HANDLING ON
the center console.
SUSPENSION MODE SPORT
SUSPENSION MODE TOUR (ZL1 Only)
The PTM system contains five (ZL1 Only)
modes. These modes are selected
. For use by drivers who are
. For use by less experienced
by pressing the Selective Ride familiar with the track.
drivers or while learning a new
Control/PTM −TOUR or +SPORT track. InformationProvidedby:
. Requires more driving skill than
button on the center console. Scroll modes 2 or 3.
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. Dry conditions only. Launch Control (V8 with
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
. StabiliTrak is off and available Manual Transmissions Only) applied to wide open throttle.
engine power is the same as A Launch Control feature is The Launch Control feature will
mode 3. available, within Competitive Driving initially limit engine speed as the
Mode or PTM, on vehicles with a driver rapidly applies the accelerator
PERF TRACTION 5 – RACE pedal to wide open throttle.
ACTIVE HANDLING OFF manual transmission to allow the
driver to achieve high levels of A smooth, quick release of the
SUSPENSION MODE TRACK clutch, while maintaining the fully
vehicle acceleration in a straight
(ZL1 Only) line. Launch Control is a form of pressed accelerator pedal, will
. For use by drivers who are traction control that manages tire manage wheel slip. Complete shifts
familiar with the track. spin while launching the vehicle. are described in Manual
This feature is intended for use Transmission on page 9-32.
. Requires more driving skill than
other modes. during closed course race events After the vehicle is launched, the
where consistent zero to sixty system continues in Competitive
. Dry conditions only. and quarter mile times are Driving Mode or PTM.
. StabiliTrak is off and engine desirable. Competitive Driving Mode, PTM,
power is available for maximum Launch Control is only available and Launch Control are systems
cornering speed. when the following criteria are met: designed for a closed course race
Use mode 5 for most consistent . Competitive Driving Mode is track and not intended for use on
performance during drag strip use. selected or any of the PTM public roads. The systems are not
modes are selected. intended to compensate for lack of
When the TCS/StabiliTrak button is driver experience or familiarity with
pressed again, the vehicle exits . The vehicle is not moving. the race track.
PTM mode and the TCS and
StabiliTrak systems are on.
. The steering wheel is pointing ZL1 Coupe Only
straight.
Use mode 5 for the most consistent
. The clutch is pressed and the performance during drag strip use.
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Limited-Slip Rear Axle The setting can be changed at any


time. Based on road conditions,
Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle steering wheel angle, and the
can give more traction on snow, vehicle speed, the system
mud, ice, sand, or gravel. When automatically adjusts to provide the
traction is low, this feature allows best handling while providing a
the drive wheel with the most smooth ride. The Tour and Sport
traction to move the vehicle. The modes will feel similar on a smooth
limited-slip rear axle also gives the road. Select a new setting whenever
driver enhanced control when The Selective Ride buttons are on driving conditions change.
cornering hard or completing a the center console. Press to select
maneuver, such as a lane change. The Selective Ride button indicator
the suspension of your choice. The lights will not illuminate when any
indicator light will illuminate the PTM mode is selected. When this
Selective Ride Control current suspension setting. mode is selected, pressing the
ZL1 Only TOUR: Use for normal city and Selective Ride button will change
highway driving. The −TOUR button the PTM mode and the suspension
The vehicle has a ride control setting will be determined
system called Magnetic Selective selects a suspension and Electric
Power Steering (EPS) calibration automatically. See Competitive
Ride Control. The system provides Driving Mode on page 9-39.
the following performance benefits: that provides a smooth, soft ride.
SPORT: Use where road conditions If a malfunction occurs with the
. Reduced Impact Harshness Selective Ride Control system, the
or personal preference demand
. Improved Road Isolation more control. The +SPORT button appropriate messages will be
selects a suspension and EPS displayed in the DIC. See Ride
. Improved High-Speed Stability
calibration that provides more “feel,” Control System Messages on
. Improved Handling Response or response to the road conditions. page 5-39.
. Better Control of Body Ride
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Cruise Control If the StabiliTrak® system begins to * (Cancel): Press to disengage


limit wheel spin while using cruise cruise control without erasing the
With cruise control, the vehicle can control, the cruise control set speed from memory.
maintain a speed of about 40 km/h automatically disengages. See
(25 mph) or more without keeping Traction Control/Electronic Stability RES/+ (Resume/Accelerate):
your foot on the accelerator. Cruise Control on page 9-37. When road Move the thumbwheel up briefly to
control does not work at speeds conditions allow the cruise control to make the vehicle resume to a
below 40 km/h (25 mph). be safely used, you can apply the previously set speed or hold to
cruise control again. accelerate. If cruise control is
When the brakes are applied, the already active, use to increase
cruise control is disengaged. vehicle speed.
SET/− (Set/Coast): Move the
{ Warning thumbwheel down briefly to set the
Cruise control can be dangerous speed and activate cruise control.
where you cannot drive safely at If cruise control is already active,
use to decrease speed.
a steady speed. Do not use the
cruise control on winding roads or Setting Cruise Control
in heavy traffic.
If 1 is on when not in use, it could
Cruise control can be dangerous get bumped and go into cruise when
on slippery roads. On such roads, not desired. Keep the cruise control
fast changes in tire traction can switch off when cruise is not
cause excessive wheel slip, and being used.
you could lose control. Do not use 1 (On/Off): Turns the cruise
cruise control on slippery roads. control system on and off. A white 1. Press 1 to turn cruise
indicator light comes on in the control on.
instrument cluster when cruise 2. Get to the speed desired.
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3. Press the thumbwheel toward Increasing Speed While Using


. To slow down in small
SET/− and release it. Cruise Control increments, press the
thumbwheel toward SET/−
4. Remove foot from the If the cruise control system is briefly. Each time this is done,
accelerator. already activated: the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h
When the cruise control has been . Press the thumbwheel up toward (1 mph) slower.
set to the desired speed, a green RES/+ and hold it until the
Passing Another Vehicle While
cruise control indicator appears on vehicle accelerates to the
Using Cruise Control
the instrument cluster. desired speed, and then
release it. Use the accelerator pedal to
Resuming a Set Speed increase the vehicle speed. When
. To increase the speed in small
If the cruise control is set at a you take your foot off the pedal, the
increments, press the
desired speed and then the brakes vehicle slows down to the previously
thumbwheel up toward RES/+
are applied, the cruise control is set cruise control speed. While
briefly and then release it. Each
disengaged without erasing the set pressing the accelerator pedal or
time this is done, the vehicle
speed from memory. shortly following the release to
goes about 1.6 km/h (1 mph)
override cruise control, briefly
Once the vehicle speed reaches faster.
moving the thumbwheel toward
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more,
Reducing Speed While Using SET/– will result in cruise control set
press the thumbwheel up toward
Cruise Control to the current vehicle speed.
RES/+ briefly on the steering wheel.
The vehicle returns to the previous If the cruise control system is Using Cruise Control on Hills
set speed. already activated:
How well the cruise control works
. Press the thumbwheel toward on hills depends upon the vehicle's
SET/− and hold until the desired speed, load, and the steepness of
lower speed is reached, then the hills. When going up steep hills,
release it. you might have to step on the
accelerator pedal to maintain the
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downhill, you might have to brake or Driver Assistance


shift to a lower gear to maintain the Warning (Continued)
vehicle speed. When the brakes are Systems greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To
applied the cruise control is
prevent injury, death, or vehicle
disengaged. Ultrasonic Parking Assist damage, even with URPA, always
Ending Cruise Control The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist check the area around the vehicle
There are three ways to end the (URPA) system assists the driver and check all mirrors before
cruise control: with parking and avoiding objects backing.
while in R (Reverse). URPA
. To disengage cruise control, operates at speeds less than 8 km/h
step lightly on the brake pedal or (5 mph). The sensors on the rear How the System Works
clutch. The indicator light on the bumper detect objects up to 2.5 m URPA comes on automatically when
instrument cluster goes out. (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and at least the shift lever is moved into
. Press * on the steering wheel. 20 cm (8 in) off the ground. The R (Reverse). A single beep sounds
distance objects can be detected to indicate the system is working.
. To turn off cruise control, press may be less during warmer or humid
1 on the steering wheel. weather. An obstacle detection is indicated
by beeps. The interval between the
Erasing Speed Memory beeps becomes shorter as the
The cruise control set speed is
{ Warning vehicle gets closer to the obstacle.
When the distance is less than
erased from memory if 1 is pressed The URPA system does not
30 cm (12 in), the beeping is a
or if the vehicle is turned off. detect children, pedestrians,
continuous beep for five seconds.
bicyclists, animals, or objects
below the bumper or that are too
close or too far from the vehicle.
It is not available at speeds
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Turning the System On and Off ice, and slush. For cleaning
. An object was hanging out of the
instructions, see Exterior Care trunk during the last drive cycle.
The URPA system can be turned on Once the object is removed,
on page 10-91.
and off using the infotainment URPA will return to normal
system controls. See Vehicle . The park assist sensors are operation.
Personalization on page 5-44. covered by frost or ice. Frost or
ice can form around and behind
. The bumper is damaged. Take
When the system is off, PARK the vehicle to your dealer to
the sensors and may not always
ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver repair the system.
be seen; this can occur after
Information Center (DIC). The
washing the vehicle in cold . Other conditions, such as
message disappears after a short
weather. The message may not vibrations from a jackhammer or
period of time.
clear until the frost or ice has the compression of air brakes on
URPA defaults to the on setting melted. a very large truck, are affecting
each time the vehicle is started. system performance.
If the above conditions do not exist,
Turn off URPA when towing a trailer. take the vehicle to your dealer to
repair the system. Rear Vision
When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly PARK ASSIST OFF: If the URPA Camera (RVC)
system does not activate due to a Read this entire section before
The following messages may be temporary condition, the message
displayed on the DIC: using the RVC system.
displays on the DIC. This can occur
under the following conditions:
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: If
this message occurs, check the . The driver has disabled the
{ Warning
following conditions: system. The RVC system does not display
. The ultrasonic sensors are not children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
clean. Keep the vehicle's rear animals, or any other object
bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, located outside the camera's field
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previous screen after approximately Symbols and Guidelines


Warning (Continued) 4 seconds once the vehicle is The RVC system may have a
shifted out of R (Reverse). feature that lets the driver view
of view, below the bumper,
or under the vehicle. Perceived To see the previous screen sooner, symbols on the infotainment screen
distances may be different from do one of the following: while using the RVC. The Ultrasonic
actual distances. Do not back the . Press a hard key on the Rear Park Assist (URPA) system
vehicle using only the RVC infotainment system. must not be disabled to use the
screen, during longer, higher caution symbols. The error message
. Shift into P (Park). Rear Parking Assist Symbols
speed backing maneuvers,
. Reach a vehicle speed of Unavailable may display if URPA
or where there could be cross
8 km/h (5 mph). has been disabled and the symbols
traffic. Failure to use proper care have been turned on. See
before backing may result in Turning the Rear Vision Camera Ultrasonic Parking Assist on
injury, death, or vehicle damage. System On or Off page 9-46.
Always check behind and around
To turn the rear vision camera The symbols appear and may cover
the vehicle before backing.
system on or off: an object when viewing the
1. Shift into P (Park). infotainment screen when an object
The RVC system is designed to is detected by the URPA system.
help the driver when backing up by 2. Press the CONFIG button.
displaying a view of the area behind The RVC system may also have a
3. Select Rear Camera Options. guideline overlay that can help the
the vehicle. When the key is in ON/
RUN and the driver shifts the 4. Select Camera. When a check driver align the vehicle when
vehicle into R (Reverse), the video mark appears next to the backing into a parking spot.
image automatically appears on the Camera option, then the RVC To turn the symbols or guidelines on
infotainment screen. The system is on. or off:
infotainment screen goes to the 1. Shift into P (Park).
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3. Select Rear Camera Options. Rear Vision Camera Location


4. Select Symbols or Guidelines.
The feature is on when a check
mark appears next to it.
Rear Vision Camera Error
Messages
SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA
SYSTEM: This message can
display on the infotainment screen
when the system is not working
properly.
1. View displayed by the camera.
If any other problem occurs or if a
problem persists, see your dealer.
The camera is above the license
plate.
The area displayed by the camera is
limited. It does not display objects
that are close to either corner or
under the bumper and can vary
depending on vehicle orientation or
road conditions. Displayed images
may be further or closer than they 1. View displayed by the camera.
appear.
2. Corner of the rear bumper.
The following illustrations show the
field of view that the camera
provides. InformationProvidedby:
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When the System Does Not Fuel an audible knocking noise,


Seem to Work Properly commonly referred to as spark
Use of the recommended fuel is an knock, might be heard when driving.
The RVC system may not work important part of the proper If this occurs, use a gasoline rated
properly or display a clear image if: maintenance of this vehicle. To help at 87 octane or higher as soon as
. The RVC is turned off. See keep the engine clean and maintain possible. If heavy knocking is heard
“Turning the Rear Vision Camera optimum vehicle performance, we when using gasoline rated at
System On or Off” earlier in this recommend TOP TIER Detergent 87 octane or higher, the engine
section. Gasolines. See www.toptiergas.com needs service.
for a list of TOP TIER Detergent
. It is dark. If the vehicle has an L99 or LS3
Gasolines.
V8 engine, use premium unleaded
. The sun or the beam of
gasoline with a posted octane rating
headlamps are shining directly
of 91 or higher. Regular unleaded
into the camera lens.
gasoline rated at 87 octane or
. Ice, snow, mud, or anything else higher can be used, but acceleration
builds up on the camera lens. could be reduced, and an audible
Clean the lens, rinse it with knocking noise may be heard. If the
water, and wipe it with a soft octane is less than 87, a heavy
cloth. knocking noise may be heard. If this
. The back of the vehicle is in an occurs, use a gasoline rated at
accident. The position and 87 octane or higher as soon as
mounting angle of the camera possible. Otherwise, the engine
can change or the camera can could be damaged. If heavy
be affected. Be sure to have the knocking is heard when using
camera and its position and If the vehicle has a V6 engine, use gasoline with a higher octane rating,
mounting angle checked at your regular unleaded gasoline with a the engine needs service.
dealer. posted octane rating of 87 or higher.
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If the vehicle has an LS7 or LSA containing more than 15% ethanol Gasoline Specifications
high performance V8 engine, use must be used only in FlexFuel
premium unleaded gasoline with a vehicles. At a minimum, gasoline should meet
posted octane rating of 91 or higher. ASTM specification D 4814. Some
gasolines contain an
If the octane is less than 91, you
could damage the engine and may
{ Caution octane-enhancing additive called
void your vehicle warranty. If heavy Do not use fuel containing methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
knocking is heard when using methanol. It can corrode metal tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend
gasoline rated at 91 octane or against the use of gasolines
parts in the fuel system and also
higher, the engine needs service. containing MMT. See “Prohibited
damage plastic and rubber parts.
Fuels" in Fuel on page 9-50.
Use of Seasonal Fuels That damage would not be
covered under the vehicle
Use summer and winter fuels in the warranty.
California Fuel
appropriate season. Driving or Requirements
starting could be affected if the
incorrect fuel is used. Drive the Some gasolines that are not If the vehicle is certified to meet
vehicle with the engine running until reformulated for low emissions can California Emissions Standards, it is
the fuel is a half tank or less, then contain an octane-enhancing designed to operate on fuels that
refuel with the current seasonal fuel. additive called meet California specifications. See
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese the underhood emission control
Prohibited Fuels tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use label. If this fuel is not available in
Gasolines containing oxygenates, gasolines with MMT as they can states adopting California Emissions
such as ethers and ethanol, as well reduce spark plug life and affect Standards, the vehicle will operate
as reformulated gasolines are emission control system satisfactorily on fuels meeting
available in some cities. If these performance. The malfunction federal specifications, but emission
gasolines comply with the indicator lamp may turn on. If this control system performance might
previously described specification, occurs, see your dealer for service. be affected. The malfunction
then they are acceptable to use. indicator lamp could turn on and the
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test. See Malfunction Indicator Fuel Additives Filling the Tank


Lamp on page 5-17. If this occurs,
return to your authorized dealer for To keep fuel systems clean, TOP
diagnosis. If it is determined that the TIER Detergent Gasoline is { Warning
condition is caused by the type of recommended. See Fuel on
page 9-50. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn
fuel used, repairs may not be
violently and can cause injury or
covered by the vehicle warranty. If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is death.
not available, one bottle of Fuel
Fuels in Foreign System Treatment PLUS, part . To help avoid injuries to you
number 88861013, added to the fuel and others, read and follow
Countries all the instructions on the fuel
tank at every engine oil change, can
If planning to drive in countries help. Fuel System Treatment PLUS pump island.
outside the U.S. or Canada, the is the only gasoline additive . Turn off the engine when
proper fuel might be hard to find. recommended by General Motors. refueling.
Check regional auto club or fuel It is available at your dealer.
retail brand websites for availability . Keep sparks, flames, and
in the country where driving. Never smoking materials away
use leaded gasoline, fuel containing from fuel.
methanol, or any other fuel not . Do not leave the fuel pump
recommended. Costly repairs unattended.
caused by use of improper fuel
would not be covered by the vehicle
. Do not reenter the vehicle
warranty. while pumping fuel.
. Keep children away from the
fuel pump and never let
children pump fuel.
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The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel improperly installed. This would
Warning (Continued) door on the passenger side of the allow fuel to evaporate into the
vehicle. To open the fuel door, push atmosphere. See Malfunction
. Fuel can spray out if the fuel the rearward center edge in and Indicator Lamp on page 5-17.
cap is opened too quickly. release and it will open.
This spray can happen if the
tank is nearly full, and is To unlock the fuel cap on vehicles { Warning
more likely in hot weather. equipped with the locking fuel cap,
use the key that is part of the If a fire starts while you are
Open the fuel cap slowly and
wait for any hiss noise to stop Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) refueling, do not remove the
then unscrew the cap all transmitter. nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
the way shutting off the pump or by
When reinstalling the cap, turn it notifying the station attendant.
clockwise until it clicks, otherwise
Leave the area immediately.
the malfunction indicator lamp may
turn on. See Malfunction Indicator
Lamp on page 5-17.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not { Caution
top off or overfill the tank and wait a
few seconds after you have finished If a new fuel cap is needed, be
pumping before removing the sure to get the right type of cap
nozzle. Clean fuel from painted from your dealer. The wrong type
surfaces as soon as possible. See of fuel cap might not fit properly,
Exterior Care on page 10-91. might cause the malfunction
indicator lamp to light, and could
When replacing the fuel cap, turn it
damage the fuel tank and
clockwise until it clicks. Make sure
the cap is fully installed. The emissions system. See
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Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing


Container
keep it in contact with the fill General Towing
{ Warning opening until filling is
complete.
Information
Filling a portable fuel container Only use towing equipment that has
. Fill the container no more
while it is in the vehicle can cause been designed for the vehicle.
than 95% full to allow for
fuel vapors that can ignite either Contact your dealer or trailering
expansion.
by static electricity or other dealer for assistance with preparing
. Do not smoke, light matches, the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read
means. You or others could be
or use lighters while the entire section before towing a
badly burned and the vehicle pumping fuel. trailer.
could be damaged. Always:
. Avoid using cell phones or For towing a disabled vehicle, see
. Use approved fuel other electronic devices. Towing the Vehicle on page 10-90.
containers. For towing the vehicle behind
. Remove the container from another vehicle such as a motor
the vehicle, trunk, or pickup home, see Recreational Vehicle
bed before filling. Towing on page 10-91.
. Place the container on the
ground. Driving Characteristics
. Place the nozzle inside the fill and Towing Tips
opening of the container Driving with a Trailer
before dispensing fuel, and
When towing a trailer:
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. Do not tow a trailer during the Towing a trailer requires a certain
first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent { Warning amount of experience. The
damage to the engine, axle or combination you are driving is
other parts. When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the
gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself. Get acquainted with
. Then, during the first 800 km
the vehicle and enter if the the handling and braking of the rig
(500 mi) trailer towing, do not
drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most before setting out for the open road.
do not make starts at full throttle. window is open.
Before starting, check all trailer hitch
. Vehicles with automatic When towing a trailer: parts and attachments, safety
transmissions can tow in D . Do not drive with the liftgate, chains, electrical connectors, lamps,
(Drive) but M (Manual Mode) is trunk/hatch, or rear-most tires and mirrors. If the trailer has
recommended. See Manual window open. electric brakes, start the
Mode on page 9-29. Use a lower combination moving and then apply
. Fully open the air outlets on the trailer brake controller by hand
gear if the transmission shifts
or under the instrument to be sure the brakes work.
too often. For vehicles with a
panel.
manual transmission, it is better During the trip, check occasionally
not to use the highest gear. . Also adjust the Climate to be sure that the load is secure
. Control system to a setting and the lamps and any trailer
Turn off Park Assist when
that brings in only outside air. brakes still work.
towing.
See “Climate Control
Systems” in the Index. Towing with a Stability Control
For more information about System
Carbon Monoxide, see Engine When towing, the sound of the
Exhaust on page 9-25. stability control system might be
heard. The system is reacting to the
vehicle movement caused by the
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trailer, which mainly occurs during Making Turns lamps also flash, telling other
cornering. This is normal when drivers the vehicle is turning,
towing heavier trailers. { Caution changing lanes or stopping.
Following Distance When towing a trailer, the arrows on
Making very sharp turns while the instrument cluster flash for turns
Stay at least twice as far behind the trailering could cause the trailer to even if the bulbs on the trailer are
vehicle ahead as you would when come in contact with the vehicle. burned out. Check occasionally to
driving the vehicle without a trailer. The vehicle could be damaged. be sure the trailer bulbs are still
This can help to avoid situations Avoid making very sharp turns working.
that require heavy braking and while trailering.
sudden turns. Driving on Grades
Passing When turning with a trailer, make Reduce speed and shift to a lower
wider turns than normal so the gear before starting down a long or
More passing distance is needed steep downgrade. If the
when towing a trailer. Because the trailer will not strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees or other transmission is not shifted down, the
rig is longer, it is necessary to go brakes might have to be used so
farther beyond the passed vehicle objects. Use the turn signal well in
advance and avoid jerky or sudden much that they would get hot and no
before returning to the lane. longer work well.
maneuvers.
Backing Up The vehicle can tow in D (Drive).
Turn Signals When Towing a Use a lower gear if the transmission
Hold the bottom of the steering Trailer
wheel with one hand. To move the shifts too often.
trailer to the left, move your hand to The turn signal indicators on the When towing at high altitude on
the left. To move the trailer to the instrument cluster flash whenever steep uphill grades, engine coolant
right, move your hand to the right. signaling a turn or lane change. boils at a lower temperature than at
Always back up slowly and, Properly hooked up, the trailer normal altitudes. If the engine is
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grades, the vehicle could show If parking the rig on a hill: 2. Let up on the brake pedal.
signs similar to engine overheating. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is
To avoid this, let the engine run not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn clear of the chocks.
while parked, preferably on level the wheels into the curb if facing
ground, with the transmission in 4. Stop and have someone pick up
downhill or into traffic if facing and store the chocks.
P (Park) for a few minutes before uphill.
turning the engine off. If the
2. Have someone place chocks Maintenance When Trailer
overheat warning comes on, see
Engine Overheating on page 10-28. under the trailer wheels. Towing
3. When the wheel chocks are in The vehicle needs service more
Parking on Hills often when pulling a trailer. See the
place, release the brake pedal
until the chocks absorb the load. Maintenance Schedule on
{ Warning 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then
page 11-2. Things that are
especially important in trailer
Parking the vehicle on a hill with apply the parking brake and shift operation are automatic
the trailer attached can be into P (Park) for vehicles with an transmission fluid, engine oil, axle
dangerous. If something goes automatic transmission or into lubricant, belts, cooling system and
wrong, the rig could start to move. gear for vehicles with a manual brake system. Inspect these before
People can be injured, and both transmission. and during the trip.
the vehicle and the trailer can be 5. Release the brake pedal. Check periodically to see that all
damaged. When possible, always hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
park the rig on a flat surface. Leaving After Parking on a Hill
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal Engine Cooling When Trailer
while you: Towing
. Start the engine. The cooling system may temporarily
. Shift into a gear. overheat during severe operating
conditions. See Engine Overheating
. Release
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Trailer Towing (ZL1) on the vehicle, and the amount of If there are a lot of options,
tongue weight the vehicle can carry. equipment, passengers, or cargo in
The vehicle is neither designed nor See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue
intended to tow a trailer. later in this section. weight the vehicle can carry, which
Maximum trailer weight is calculated will also reduce the trailer weight the
Trailer Towing assuming only the driver is in the vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer,
(Except ZL1) tow vehicle and it has all the the tongue load must be added to
required trailering equipment. The the GVW because the vehicle will
Before pulling a trailer, three be carrying that weight, too. See
important considerations have to do weight of additional optional
equipment, passengers, and cargo Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-12.
with weight:
in the tow vehicle must be
. Weight of the trailer. subtracted from the maximum trailer
. Weight of the trailer tongue. weight.
. Total weight on your vehicle's Ask your dealer for trailering
tires. information or advice, or write us at
our Customer Assistance Offices.
Weight of the Trailer See Customer Assistance Offices
How heavy can a trailer safely be? on page 13-3.
It should never weigh more than Weight of the Trailer Tongue
454 kg (1,000 lb). But even that can The tongue load (1) of any trailer is
be too heavy.
an important weight to measure
It depends on how the rig is used. because it affects the total gross
For example, speed, altitude, road weight of the vehicle. The Gross The trailer tongue (1) should weigh
grades, outside temperature, and Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the 10 percent of the total loaded trailer
how much the vehicle is used to pull curb weight of the vehicle, any weight (2).
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After loading the trailer, weigh the bumper-type hitches to it. Use Trailer Brakes
trailer and then the tongue, only a frame-mounted hitch that
Does the trailer have its own
separately, to see if the weights are does not attach to the bumper.
brakes? Be sure to read and follow
proper. If they are not, adjustments . Will any holes be made in the the instructions for the trailer brakes
might be made by moving some body of the vehicle when the so they are installed, adjusted, and
items around in the trailer. trailer hitch is installed? If so, maintained properly.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's seal the holes when the hitch is
Because the vehicle has antilock
Tires removed. If the holes are not
brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's
sealed, dirt, water, and deadly
Be sure the vehicle's tires are brake system. If this is done, both
carbon monoxide (CO) from the
inflated to the upper limit for cold brake systems will not work well,
exhaust can get into the vehicle.
tires. These numbers can be found or at all.
See Engine Exhaust on
on the Tire and Loading Information page 9-25.
label. See Vehicle Load Limits on
page 9-12. Make sure not to go over Safety Chains
the GVW limit for the vehicle, Always attach chains between the
including the weight of the trailer vehicle and the trailer. Cross the
tongue. safety chains under the tongue of
the trailer to help prevent the tongue
Towing Equipment from contacting the road if it
becomes separated from the hitch.
Hitches Leave enough slack so the rig can
Use the correct hitch equipment. turn. Never allow safety chains to
See your dealer or a hitch dealer for drag on the ground.
assistance.
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Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the


vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
Add-Ons vehicle is not operating.
The vehicle has an airbag system.
Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything
Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
{ Caution Vehicle on page 3-26 and Adding
Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped
Some electrical equipment can Vehicle on page 3-26.
damage the vehicle or cause
components to not work and
would not be covered by the
warranty. Always check with your
dealer before adding electrical
equipment.

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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Park Brake and P (Park)


Vehicle Care (ZL1 Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-18 Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-35
Cooling System (Except ZL1 Wiper Blade
Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
General Information Cooling System (ZL1 Windshield Replacement . . . 10-36
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Engine Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-21
California Proposition Cooling System Headlamp Aiming
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 (Intercooler) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
California Perchlorate Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 Bulb Replacement
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . 10-28 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Accessories and Power Steering Fluid (L99,
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
LS3 and ZL1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 High Intensity Discharge
Vehicle Checks Power Steering (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Doing Your Own Fluid (LFX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Headlamps, Front Turn
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30 Signal and Parking Lamps
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31 (Uplevel Vehicle) . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Engine Compartment Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32 Headlamps, Front Turn
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33 Signal and Parking Lamps
Engine Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34 (Base Vehicle) . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . 10-34 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-15 Automatic Transmission Shift Stoplamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39
Automatic Transmission Lock Control Function License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . 10-40
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . 10-40
Manual Transmission Ignition Transmission Lock
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35 Electrical System
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Electrical System
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
(Except ZL1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17 Fuses and Circuit
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Engine Compartment Fuse Different Size Tires and General Information


Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67
Instrument Panel Fuse Uniform Tire Quality For service and parts needs, visit
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67 your dealer. You will receive
Rear Compartment Fuse Wheel Alignment and Tire genuine GM parts and GM-trained
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47 Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-69 and supported service people.
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . 10-69 Genuine GM parts have one of
Wheels and Tires Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48 these marks:
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49 Tire Sealant and
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . 10-72
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-50 Storing the Tire Sealant and
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . 10-51 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . 10-79
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53 Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-80
Tire Terminology and Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . 10-86
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-56 Jump Starting
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-57
Tire Pressure Monitor Towing the Vehicle
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-58 Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . 10-90
Tire Pressure Monitor Recreational Vehicle
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-59 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62 Appearance Care California Proposition
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-63 Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91 65 Warning
When It Is Time for New Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-97
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64 Most motor vehicles, including this
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-100 one, contain and/or emit chemicals
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-65
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cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems,


other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and { Caution
exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock
many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability If equipped with the 1LE or ZL1
wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or package, or any accessory
emit these chemicals. modifications could even cause ground effects package, use care
malfunction or damage not covered when approaching curbs, ramps,
California Perchlorate by the vehicle warranty. and other road obstructions due
to reduced ground clearance.
Materials Requirements Damage to vehicle components
resulting from modifications or the
Certain types of automotive
installation or use of non-GM
applications, such as airbag
certified parts, including control
initiators, safety belt pretensioners,
module or software modifications, is
and lithium batteries contained in
not covered under the terms of the
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
vehicle warranty and may affect
may contain perchlorate materials.
remaining warranty coverage for
Special handling may be necessary.
affected parts.
For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ GM Accessories are designed to
perchlorate. complement and function with other
systems on the vehicle. See your
Accessories and dealer to accessorize the vehicle
using genuine GM Accessories
Modifications installed by a dealer technician.
Adding non-dealer accessories or Also, see Adding Equipment to the
making modifications to the vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on
can affect vehicle performance and page 3-26.
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Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood


work, use the proper service
manual. It tells you much more To open the hood:
Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle
Service Work than this manual can. To order the
proper service manual, see Service
{ Warning Publications Ordering Information
on page 13-11.
It can be dangerous to work on This vehicle has an airbag system.
your vehicle if you do not have Before attempting to do your own
the proper knowledge, service service work, see Servicing the
manual, tools, or parts. Always Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on
follow owner manual procedures page 3-26.
and consult the service manual
Keep a record with all parts receipts
for your vehicle before doing any and list the mileage and the date of
service work. any service work performed. See
1. Pull the release handle below
Maintenance Records on
the instrument panel to the left of
page 11-15.
the steering wheel.

{ Caution
Even small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
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2. Push the secondary hood


release to the right. The lever is
near the middle of the hood.
3. Lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, be sure all
filler caps are on properly. Then lift
the hood to relieve pressure. Pull
the hood down on the passenger
side to close it firmly.

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Engine Compartment Overview

3.6L V6 Engine

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1. Underhood Electrical Center. 5. Radiator Fill Cap (Out of View). 9. Brake Master Cylinder and
See Engine Compartment Fuse See Engine Coolant on Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (if
Block on page 10-42. page 10-23. equipped with manual
2. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle 6. Power Steering Reservoir and transmission). See Brakes on
and Cap. See Engine Coolant Cap (Out of View). See Power page 10-31 or Hydraulic Clutch
on page 10-23. Steering Fluid (L99, LS3 and on page 10-16.

3. Engine Cover on page 10-11. ZL1) on page 10-29 or Power 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.
Steering Fluid (LFX) on See Battery on page 10-33.
4. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of page 10-29.
View). See Cooling System 11. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(Except ZL1 Engine) on 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine (Except ZL1) on page 10-17 or
page 10-20 or Cooling System Oil on page 10-12. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1
(ZL1 Engine Only) on 8. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Only) on page 10-18.
page 10-21 or Cooling System View). See Engine Oil on 12. Windshield Washer Fluid
(Intercooler) on page 10-22. page 10-12. Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
on page 10-30.

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6.2L V8 Engine (L99 Engine Shown, LS3 Similar)

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1. Underhood Electrical Center. 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of 9. Brake Master Cylinder and
See Engine Compartment Fuse View). See Cooling System Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (if
Block on page 10-42. (Except ZL1 Engine) on equipped with manual
2. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle page 10-20 or Cooling System transmission). See Brakes on
and Cap. See Engine Coolant (ZL1 Engine Only) on page 10-31 or Hydraulic Clutch
on page 10-23. page 10-21 or Cooling System on page 10-16.
(Intercooler) on page 10-22. 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine
Oil on page 10-12. 7. Radiator Fill Cap (Out of View). See Battery on page 10-33.
See Engine Coolant on 11. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of page 10-23.
View). See Engine Oil on (Except ZL1) on page 10-17 or
page 10-12. 8. Power Steering Reservoir and Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1
Cap (Under Engine Cover) (if Only) on page 10-18.
5. Engine Cover on page 10-11. equipped). See Power Steering 12. Windshield Washer Fluid
Fluid (L99, LS3 and ZL1) on Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
page 10-29 or Power Steering on page 10-30.
Fluid (LFX) on page 10-29.

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6.2L V8 Engine (ZL1)

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1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle 8. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Engine Cover
and Cap. See Engine Coolant View). See Cooling System
on page 10-23. (Except ZL1 Engine) on 3.6L V6 Engine Cover
2. Underhood Electrical Center. page 10-20 or Cooling System
See Engine Compartment Fuse (ZL1 Engine Only) on
Block on page 10-42. page 10-21 or Cooling System
(Intercooler) on page 10-22.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine
Oil on page 10-12. 9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Except
ZL1) on page 10-17 or Engine
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 Only) on
View). See Engine Oil on page 10-18.
page 10-12.
10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.
5. Engine Cover on page 10-11. See Battery on page 10-33.
6. Radiator Fill Cap. See Engine 11. Brake Master Cylinder and
Coolant on page 10-23. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (if
7. Intercooler Fill Cap (Out of equipped with manual 1. Engine Cover
View). See Cooling System transmission). See Brakes on
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap
(Except ZL1 Engine) on page 10-31 or Hydraulic Clutch
page 10-20 or Cooling System on page 10-16. To remove:
(ZL1 Engine Only) on 12. Windshield Washer Fluid 1. Remove the engine oil
page 10-21 or Cooling System Reservoir. See Washer Fluid fill cap (2).
(Intercooler) on page 10-22. on page 10-30. 2. Lift the engine cover (1) to
disengage one front attachment
point.

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3. Pull the engine cover forward to 2. Lift the engine cover (2) to To remove:
disengage it from the two disengage the two front 1. Remove the engine oil
rear tabs. attachment points. fill cap (1).
4. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall 3. Pull the engine cover forward to 2. Lift the engine cover (2) to
the engine cover. disengage it from the horizontal disengage from the five
rear attachments. attachment points.
6.2L V8 Engine Cover (L99
Engine Shown, LS3 Similar) 4. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall 3. Pull the engine cover forward to
the engine cover. disengage and remove.
6.2L V8 Engine Cover 4. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall
(ZL1 Only) the engine cover.

Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine
performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but
important steps will help protect
your investment:
. Always use engine oil approved
1. Engine Oil Fill Cap to the proper specification and of
2. Engine Cover the proper viscosity grade. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
To remove: in this section.
1. Engine Oil Fill Cap
1. Remove the engine oil
fill cap (1). 2. Engine Cover
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. Check the engine oil level Obtaining an accurate oil level When to Add Engine Oil
regularly and maintain the reading is essential:
proper oil level. See “Checking
Engine Oil” and “When to Add 1. If the engine has been running
Engine Oil” in this section. recently, turn off the engine and
allow several minutes for the oil
. Change the engine oil at the to drain back into the oil pan.
appropriate time. See Engine Oil Checking the oil level too soon
Life System on page 10-15. after engine shutoff will not
. Always dispose of engine oil provide an accurate oil level If the oil is below the cross-hatched
properly. See “What to Do with reading. area at the tip of the dipstick, add
Used Oil” in this section. 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil
Checking Engine Oil
{ Warning and then recheck the level. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in
It is a good idea to check the engine The engine oil dipstick handle this section for an explanation of
oil level at each fuel fill. In order to may be hot; it could burn you. what kind of oil to use. For engine
get an accurate reading, the vehicle Use a towel or glove to touch the oil crankcase capacity, see
must be on level ground. The dipstick handle. Capacities and Specifications on
engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. page 12-2.
See Engine Compartment Overview
2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it
on page 10-6 for the location of the
engine oil dipstick.
with a paper towel or cloth, then { Caution
push it back in all the way.
Remove it again, keeping the tip Do not add too much oil. Oil
down, and check the level. levels above or below the
acceptable operating range
shown on the dipstick are harmful
to the engine. If you find that you
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Selecting the Right Engine Oil


Caution (Continued)
Selecting the right engine oil
{ Caution
have an oil level above the depends on both the proper oil Failure to use the recommended
operating range, i.e., the engine specification and viscosity grade. engine oil can result in engine
has so much oil that the oil level See Recommended Fluids and damage not covered by the
gets above the cross-hatched Lubricants on page 11-12. vehicle warranty. Check with your
area that shows the proper Specification dealer or service provider on
operating range, the engine could whether the oil is approved to the
be damaged. You should drain Use and ask for licensed engine oils dexos1 specification.
out the excess oil or limit driving with the dexos1® approved
certification mark. Engine oils
of the vehicle and seek a service Viscosity Grade
meeting the requirements for the
professional to remove the
vehicle should have the dexos1 SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity
excess amount of oil. approved certification mark. This grade for the vehicle. Do not use
certification mark indicates that the other viscosity grade oils such as
See Engine Compartment Overview oil has been approved to the dexos1 SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
on page 10-6 for the location of the specification.
engine oil fill cap. Cold Temperature Operation: In an
area of extreme cold, where the
Add enough oil to put the level temperature falls below −29°C
somewhere in the proper operating (−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be
range. Push the dipstick all the way used. An oil of this viscosity grade
back in when through. will provide easier cold starting for
the engine at extremely low
temperatures. When selecting an oil
of the appropriate viscosity grade,
always select an oil of the correct
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specification. See “Specification” containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated
earlier in this section for more manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it
information. use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is
Used oil can be a threat to the necessary. ACHANGE ENGINE OIL
Engine Oil Additives/Engine SOON message comes on. See
Oil Flushes environment. If you change your
own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Engine Oil Messages on page 5-36.
Do not add anything to the oil. The from the filter before disposal. Never Change the oil as soon as possible
recommended oils with the dexos dispose of oil by putting it in the within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
specification and displaying the trash or pouring it on the ground, It is possible that, if driving under
dexos certification mark are all that into sewers, or into streams or the best conditions, the oil life
is needed for good performance and bodies of water. Recycle it by taking system might indicate that an oil
engine protection. it to a place that collects used oil. change is not necessary for up to a
year. The engine oil and filter must
Engine oil system flushes are not be changed at least once a year
recommended and could cause Engine Oil Life System and, at this time, the system must
engine damage not covered by the be reset. Your dealer has trained
vehicle warranty. When to Change Engine Oil
service people who will perform this
This vehicle has a computer system work and reset the system. It is also
What to Do with Used Oil that indicates when to change the important to check the oil regularly
Used engine oil contains certain engine oil and filter. This is based over the course of an oil drain
elements that can be unhealthy for on a combination of factors which interval and keep it at the proper
your skin and could even cause include engine revolutions, engine level.
cancer. Do not let used oil stay on temperature, and miles driven.
your skin for very long. Clean your Based on driving conditions, the If the system is ever reset
skin and nails with soap and water, mileage at which an oil change is accidentally, the oil must be
or a good hand cleaner. Wash or indicated can vary considerably. For changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
properly dispose of clothing or rags the oil life system to work properly, since the last oil change.
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How to Reset the Engine Oil If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON service manual. To purchase a
Life System message comes back on when the service manual, see Service
vehicle is started, the engine oil life Publications Ordering Information
Reset the system whenever the system has not been reset. Repeat on page 13-11.
engine oil is changed so that the the procedure.
system can calculate the next Change the fluid and filter at the
engine oil change. To reset the intervals listed in Maintenance
system:
Automatic Transmission Schedule on page 11-2, and be sure
1. Display the REMAINING OIL
Fluid to use the fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
LIFE on the DIC. See Driver How to Check Automatic Lubricants on page 11-12.
Information Center (DIC) on Transmission Fluid
page 5-25.
It is not necessary to check the Manual Transmission
2. Press and hold the SET/CLR transmission fluid level. Fluid
button on the DIC while the Oil A transmission fluid leak is the only
Life display is active. The oil life reason for fluid loss. If a leak It is not necessary to check the
will change to 100%. occurs, take the vehicle to your manual transmission fluid level.
dealer and have it repaired as soon A transmission fluid leak is the only
The oil life system can also be reset
as possible. reason for fluid loss. If a leak
as follows:
occurs, take the vehicle to your
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with The vehicle is not equipped with a dealer and have it repaired as soon
the engine off. transmission fluid level dipstick. as possible. See Recommended
There is a special procedure for Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12
2. Fully press and release the checking and changing the
accelerator pedal three times for the proper fluid to use.
transmission fluid. Because this
within five seconds. procedure is difficult, this should be Hydraulic Clutch
The system is reset when the done at the dealer. Contact the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON dealer for additional information or For vehicles with a manual
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unless there is a leak suspected. side of the reservoir. The brake/ How to Inspect the Engine Air
Adding fluid will not correct a leak. hydraulic clutch fluid system should Cleaner/Filter
A fluid loss in this system could be closed and sealed.
indicate a problem. Have the To inspect the air cleaner/filter,
Do not remove the cap to check the remove the filter from the vehicle
system inspected and repaired. fluid level or to top‐off the fluid level. and lightly shake the filter to release
When to Check and What Remove the cap only when loose dust and dirt. If the filter
to Use necessary to add the proper fluid remains covered with dirt, a new
until the level reaches the MIN line. filter is required.
To inspect or replace the engine air
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter:
(Except ZL1) 1. Open the hood. See Hood on
See Engine Compartment Overview page 10-4.
on page 10-6 for the location of the
2. Locate the air filter housing on
engine air cleaner/filter.
The brake/hydraulic clutch fluid the front of the driver side of the
reservoir cap has this symbol on it. When to Inspect the Engine Air engine compartment. See
The common hydraulic clutch and Cleaner/Filter Engine Compartment Overview
brake master cylinder fluid reservoir on page 10-6.
is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the
indicated on the reservoir cap. See scheduled maintenance intervals
Engine Compartment Overview on and replace it at the appropriate
page 10-6 for reservoir location. interval. See Maintenance Schedule
on page 11-2 for more information.
How to Check and Add Fluid If driving in dusty/dirty conditions,
Visually check the brake/clutch fluid inspect the filter at each engine oil
reservoir to make sure the fluid level change.
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{ Warning
3. Loosen the clamp at the duct of Operating the engine with the air
the air cleaner/filter housing. cleaner/filter off can cause you or
4. Unlatch the retaining clips on the others to be burned. The air
air cleaner/filter housing. cleaner not only cleans the air; it
helps to stop flames if the engine
5. Lift the cover at the retaining clip
location high enough to clear the backfires. Use caution when
retaining clips and pull the cover working on the engine and do not
outward to remove it from the air drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
cleaner/filter housing hinges.
6. Pull straight up on the cover;
while holding the cover, remove { Caution
the air filter.
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
7. Inspect or replace the air filter.
can easily get into the engine,
See Maintenance Replacement
which could damage it. Always
Parts on page 11-14.
have the air cleaner/filter in place
8. Reverse Steps 1–6 to reinstall when you are driving.
the cover.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter


3.6L V6 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(ZL1 Only)
Housing Shown (6.2L V8 Engines See Engine Compartment Overview
Similar) on page 10-6 for the location of the
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When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air 4. Pull straight up on the cover;
Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter: while holding the cover, remove
the air filter.
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals 5. Inspect or replace the air filter.
and replace it at the appropriate See Maintenance Replacement
interval. See Maintenance Schedule Parts on page 11-14.
on page 11-2 for more information. 6. Reverse Steps 2–5 to reinstall
If driving in dusty/dirty conditions, the cover.
inspect the filter at each engine oil
change.
{ Warning
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or
To inspect the air cleaner/filter, others to be burned. The air
remove the filter from the vehicle cleaner not only cleans the air; it
1. Air Duct Clamp
and lightly shake the filter to release helps to stop flames if the engine
loose dust and dirt. If the filter 2. Screws backfires. Use caution when
remains covered with dirt, a new 1. Open the hood. See Hood on working on the engine and do not
filter is required. page 10-4. drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
2. Disconnect the outlet duct by
loosening the screw on the air
duct clamp.
3. Remove the two screws
securing the cover on the air
cleaner/filter housing.
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2. Electric Cooling Fans (Out


{ Caution of View) { Warning
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 3. Radiator Cap (Under Engine An electric engine cooling fan
can easily get into the engine, Cover) under the hood can start up even
which could damage it. Always when the engine is not running
have the air cleaner/filter in place and can cause injury. Keep
when you are driving. hands, clothing, and tools away
from any underhood electric fan.
Cooling System (Except
If the coolant inside the engine
ZL1 Engine) coolant recovery bottle is boiling, do
not do anything else until it cools
down. The vehicle should be parked
on a level surface.
The coolant level should be
6.2L V8 Engines (L99 Shown, LS3 between the MIN and MAX lines.
Similar) If it is not, the vehicle may have a
leak at the radiator hoses, heater
1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle hoses, radiator, water pump,
2. Electric Cooling Fans (Out or somewhere else in the cooling
of View) system.
3. Radiator Cap (Out of View)
3.6L V6 Engine
1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle
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Cooling System (ZL1


{ Warning { Caution Engine Only)
Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than
other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL® can cause
hot. Do not touch them. If you do, premature engine, heater core,
you can be burned. or radiator corrosion. In addition,
Do not run the engine if there is a the engine coolant could require
leak. If you run the engine, it changing sooner. Any repairs
could lose all coolant. That could would not be covered by the
cause an engine fire, and you vehicle warranty. Always use
could be burned. Get any leak DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant
fixed before you drive the vehicle. in the vehicle.

If there seems to be no leak, with 6.2L V8 Engine


the engine on, check to see if the
electric engine cooling fans are 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle
running. If the engine is 2. Electric Cooling Fans (Out
overheating, the fans should be of View)
running. If it is not, the vehicle
needs service. Turn off the engine. 3. Radiator Cap

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{ Warning { Warning { Caution


An electric engine cooling fan Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than
under the hood can start up even other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL® can cause
when the engine is not running hot. Do not touch them. If you do, premature engine, heater core,
and can cause injury. Keep you can be burned. or radiator corrosion. In addition,
hands, clothing, and tools away Do not run the engine if there is a the engine coolant could require
from any underhood electric fan. leak. If you run the engine, it changing sooner. Any repairs
could lose all coolant. That could would not be covered by the
If the coolant inside the engine cause an engine fire, and you vehicle warranty. Always use
coolant recovery bottle is boiling, do could be burned. Get any leak DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant
not do anything else until it cools fixed before you drive the vehicle. in the vehicle.
down. The vehicle should be parked
on a level surface. Cooling System
If there seems to be no leak, with
The coolant level should be the engine on, check to see if the (Intercooler)
between the MIN and MAX lines. electric engine cooling fans are
If it is not, the vehicle may have a running. If the engine is Intercooler ZL1 Only
leak at the radiator hoses, heater overheating, the fans should be The 6.2L LSA supercharged
hoses, radiator, water pump, running. If it is not, the vehicle V8 engine has an intercooler
or somewhere else in the cooling needs service. Turn off the engine. cooling system.
system.

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6. Reverse Steps 1–3 to install What to Use


intercooler fill cap and turn the
intercooler fill neck. { Warning
The intercooler cooling system has
a special procedure for draining and Adding only plain water or some
adding coolant. Because this other liquid to the cooling system
procedure is difficult, see the dealer can be dangerous. Plain water
for service if the intercooler is low and other liquids, can boil before
on coolant. The procedure can also the proper coolant mixture will.
be found in the service manual. To The coolant warning system is set
purchase a service manual, see for the proper coolant mixture.
Service Publications Ordering With plain water or the wrong
1. Intercooler Fill Cap Information on page 13-11. mixture, the engine could get too
2. Intercooler Fill Neck hot but you would not get the
1. Open the hood and remove the
Engine Coolant overheat warning. The engine
engine cover. See Engine Cover The cooling system in the vehicle is could catch fire and you or others
on page 10-11. filled with DEX-COOL® engine could be burned. Use a
coolant. This coolant is designed to 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
2. Turn the intercooler fill neck (2) water and DEX-COOL coolant.
remain in the vehicle for 5 years or
to the vertical position.
240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever
3. Remove the intercooler occurs first.
fill cap (1).
The following explains the cooling
4. Check to see if coolant is visible system and how to check and add
near the top of the opening. coolant when it is low. If there is a
5. If coolant is not visible, see problem with engine overheating,
dealer for service. see Engine Overheating on
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Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Checking Coolant


drinkable water and DEX-COOL Caution (Continued)
The vehicle must be on a level
coolant. If using this mixture,
mixture can freeze and crack surface when checking the coolant
nothing else needs to be added.
engine cooling parts. The repairs level.
This mixture:
would not be covered by the Check coolant as follows:
. Gives freezing protection down vehicle warranty. Use only the
to −37°C (−34°F), outside proper mixture of engine coolant 1. Turn the ignition off.
temperature. for the cooling system. See 2. Locate the engine coolant
. Gives boiling protection up to Recommended Fluids and recovery bottle. See Engine
129°C (265°F), engine Lubricants on page 11-12. Compartment Overview on
temperature. page 10-6.
. Protects against rust and Never dispose of engine coolant by
corrosion. putting it in the trash, pouring it on
. Will not damage aluminum parts. the ground, or into sewers, streams,
or bodies of water. Have the coolant
. Helps keep the proper engine changed by an authorized service
temperature. center, familiar with legal
requirements regarding used
{ Caution coolant disposal. This will help 3. Turn the coolant dipstick cap
counterclockwise and slowly pull
protect the environment and your
If improper coolant mixture, health. out the dipstick.
inhibitors, or additives are used in
the vehicle cooling system, the
engine could overheat and be
damaged. Too much water in the
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How to Add Coolant to the 2. Pour the coolant into the engine
Coolant Recovery Bottle coolant recovery bottle.
3. When the level is correct,
{ Warning replace the dipstick and turn the
cap clockwise to secure.
You can be burned if you spill
coolant on hot engine parts. How to Add Coolant to the
Coolant contains ethylene glycol Radiator
and it will burn if the engine parts
are hot enough. Do not spill { Warning
coolant on a hot engine.
You can be burned if you spill
4. There are maximum and coolant on hot engine parts.
minimum markings on the Coolant contains ethylene glycol
dipstick. When the engine is { Caution and it will burn if the engine parts
cold, the coolant level should be are hot enough. Do not spill
at or above the MIN mark on the This vehicle has a specific coolant on a hot engine.
dipstick. After the vehicle has coolant fill procedure. Failure to
been driven and the engine is at follow this procedure could cause
normal operating temperature, the engine to overheat and be
the level should be somewhere severely damaged. { Caution
between half full and the
maximum mark. This vehicle has a specific
Add coolant as follows: coolant fill procedure. Failure to
5. If the coolant level is correct, 1. Turn the engine coolant recovery follow this procedure could cause
replace the dipstick and turn the bottle dipstick cap the engine to overheat and be
cap clockwise to secure. counterclockwise and slowly pull severely damaged.
out the Indipstick.
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If coolant is needed, add the proper 4. If there is no coolant visible or


{ Warning mixture directly to the radiator, but the level is low, slowly fill the
be sure the cooling system is cool system through the radiator cap
An electric engine cooling fan before this is done. opening with a 50/50 mixture of
under the hood can start up even DEX-COOL and clean drinkable
when the engine is not running If no coolant is visible in the engine
coolant recovery bottle, add coolant water.
and can cause injury. Keep
hands, clothing, and tools away as follows: Wait 30 seconds for coolant to
from any underhood electric fan. settle and continue filling if the
3.6L V6 Engine Fill Procedure level drops.
1. Locate the radiator cap. See Do not spill coolant on the
Engine Compartment Overview accessory drive belts.
{ Warning on page 10-6.
If a spill occurs, rinse the belt
2. Remove the engine cover to with fresh water.
Steam and scalding liquids from a access the radiator cap. See
hot cooling system can blow out Engine Cover on page 10-11. 5. Start the engine.
and burn you badly. They are
6. With the engine idling, continue
under pressure, and if you turn
to add coolant through the
the surge tank pressure
radiator cap opening until full.
cap — even a little — they can
come out at high speed. Never Wait 30 seconds for the coolant
turn the cap when the cooling to settle and top off, if the level
system, including the surge tank drops.
pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the 3. Cover the radiator cap with a 7. Once the system is full, put the
cooling system and surge tank thick cloth and turn it slowly radiator cap back on by turning
pressure cap to cool if you ever counterclockwise and remove. clockwise.
have to turn the pressure cap.
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8. With the engine still running, 13. Check the coolant level in the 3. If there is no coolant visible or
raise the engine to 2500 rpm for engine coolant recovery bottle the level is low, slowly fill the
30–40 seconds. and fill it until the level is at the system through the radiator cap
9. Turn the engine off. top symbol on the dipstick. opening with a 50/50 mixture of
clean, drinkable water and
10. Repeat Steps 2–7 then turn the 6.2L V8 Engine Fill Procedure DEX-COOL coolant until full.
engine off. 1. Locate the radiator cap. See Wait 30 seconds for coolant to
11. Allow engine to cool for Engine Compartment Overview settle and top off if the level
45 minutes. Top off coolant on page 10-6. drops.
through the radiator cap
opening and reinstall the Do not spill coolant on the
radiator cap. accessory drive belts.

12. Reinstall the engine cover. See If a spill occurs, rinse the belt
Engine Cover on page 10-11. with fresh water.
4. Start the engine.
2. Cover the radiator cap with a 5. With the engine idling, top off the
thick cloth and turn it slowly coolant through the radiator cap
counterclockwise and remove. opening until full.
Wait 30 seconds for the coolant
to settle and top off, if the level
drops.
6. Once the system is full, put the
radiator cap back on by turning
clockwise.
7. Turn the engine off.
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Engine Overheating
{ Caution
The vehicle has an indicator to warn
of engine overheating. Running the engine without
coolant may cause damage or a
There is an engine coolant
fire. Vehicle damage would not be
temperature gauge on the vehicle
instrument panel. See Engine covered by the vehicle warranty.
Coolant Temperature Gauge on
page 5-12. If Steam Is Coming from the
If the decision is made not to lift the Engine Compartment
hood when this warning appears,
but instead get service help right
away. See Roadside Assistance
{ Warning
8. Check the coolant level in the
engine coolant recovery bottle Program on page 13-5. Steam from an overheated engine
and fill it until the level is at the If the decision is made to lift the can burn you badly, even if you
top mark on the dipstick. hood, make sure the vehicle is just open the hood. Stay away
parked on a level surface. from the engine if you see or hear
{ Caution Then check to see if the engine
steam coming from it. Just turn it
off and get everyone away from
If the pressure cap is not tightly cooling fans are running. If the the vehicle until it cools down.
installed, coolant loss and engine is overheating, both fans
Wait until there is no sign of
possible engine damage may should be running. If they are not,
steam or coolant before you open
occur. Be sure the cap is properly do not continue to run the engine
and have the vehicle serviced. the hood.
and tightly secured. (Continued)

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If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the


Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while
1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still
If you keep driving when the displayed, turn off the engine until it
engine is overheated, the liquids 2. Turn the heater on to the highest cools down.
in it can catch fire. You or others temperature and to the highest
could be badly burned. Stop the fan speed. Open the windows as Power Steering Fluid
engine if it overheats, and get out necessary.
of the vehicle until the engine (L99, LS3 and ZL1)
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off
is cool. the road, shift to P (Park) or The vehicle has electric power
N (Neutral) and let the steering and does not use power
engine idle. steering fluid.
If No Steam Is Coming from
the Engine Compartment If the temperature overheat gauge is Power Steering
If an engine overheat warning is no longer in the overheat zone or an
overheat warning no longer Fluid (LFX)
displayed but no steam can be seen
or heard, the problem may not be displays, the vehicle can be driven.
too serious. Sometimes the engine Continue to drive the vehicle slowly
can get a little too hot when the for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
vehicle: vehicle distance from the vehicle in
front. If the warning does not come
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day. back on, continue to drive normally
. Stops after high-speed driving. and have the cooling system
checked for proper fill and function. The power steering fluid reservoir is
. Idles for long periods in traffic.
If the warning continues, pull over, under the engine cover on the driver
. Tows a trailer. stop, and park the vehicle side toward the front of the engine
right away. compartment. See Engine
Compartment Overview on
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When to Check Power Steering 5. Wipe the dipstick with a Washer Fluid
Fluid clean rag.
6. Replace the cap and completely
What to Use
It is not necessary to regularly
check power steering fluid unless tighten it. When windshield washer fluid is
you suspect there is a leak in the needed, be sure to read the
7. Remove the cap again and look
system or an unusual noise is at the fluid level on the dipstick. manufacturer's instructions before
heard. A fluid loss in this system use. If operating the vehicle in an
could indicate a problem. Have the area where the temperature can fall
system inspected and repaired. below freezing, use a fluid that has
sufficient protection against
How to Check Power Steering freezing.
Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid
Check the level after the vehicle has
been driven for at least 20 minutes When the engine is hot, the level
so the fluid is warm. should be at the hot MAX level.
To check the power steering fluid: When the engine is cold, the
fluid level should be between
1. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/ MIN and MAX on the dipstick.
OFF and let the engine
compartment cool down. What to Use
Open the cap with the washer
2. Remove the engine cover. See To determine what kind of fluid to symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
Engine Cover on page 10-11. use, see Recommended Fluids and the reservoir is full. See Engine
Lubricants on page 11-12. Always Compartment Overview on
3. Wipe the cap and the top of the
use the proper fluid. page 10-6 for reservoir location.
reservoir clean.
4. Turn the cap counterclockwise
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Brakes Some driving conditions or climates


{ Caution can cause a brake squeal when the
This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly
. Do not use engine coolant brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean
(antifreeze) in the windshield indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes.
washer. It can damage the warning sound when the brake pads
windshield washer system are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are
and paint. The sound can come and go or be necessary to help prevent brake
heard all the time when the vehicle pulsation. When tires are rotated,
. Do not mix water with inspect brake pads for wear and
ready-to-use washer fluid. is moving, except when applying the
brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
Water can cause the solution proper sequence to torque
to freeze and damage the specifications. See Capacities and
washer fluid tank and other { Warning Specifications on page 12-2.
parts of the washer system.
The brake wear warning sound Brake linings should always be
. When using concentrated replaced as complete axle sets.
means that soon the brakes will
washer fluid, follow the
not work well. That could lead to
manufacturer instructions for Brake Pedal Travel
adding water. a crash. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal
. Fill the washer fluid tank only vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height,
three-quarters full when it is or if there is a rapid increase in
very cold. This allows for fluid pedal travel. This could be a sign
expansion if freezing occurs, that brake service might be
which could damage the tank { Caution required.
if it is completely full.
Continuing to drive with worn-out Brake Adjustment
brake pads could result in costly Every time the brakes are applied,
brake repair. with or without the vehicle moving,
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Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid since a leak means that sooner
or later the brakes and/or clutch
The braking system on a vehicle is
will not work well.
complex. Its many parts have to be
of top quality and work well together Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid.
if the vehicle is to have really good Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
braking. The vehicle was designed If fluid is added when the linings are
and tested with top-quality brake worn, there will be too much fluid
parts. When parts of the braking when new brake linings are
system are replaced, be sure to get The brake/clutch master cylinder installed. Add or remove brake fluid,
new, approved replacement parts. reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake as necessary, only when work is
If this is not done, the brakes might fluid as indicated on the reservoir done on the brake/clutch hydraulic
not work properly. For example, cap. See Engine Compartment system.
installing disc brake pads that are Overview on page 10-6 for the
wrong for the vehicle, can change
the balance between the front and
location of the reservoir. { Warning
rear brakes — for the worse. The There are only two reasons why the If too much brake fluid is added, it
braking performance expected can fluid level in the reservoir might
can spill on the engine and burn,
change in many other ways if the go down:
if the engine is hot enough. You
wrong replacement brake parts are . The fluid level goes down or others could be burned, and
installed. because of normal brake lining the vehicle could be damaged.
wear. When new linings are Add brake fluid only when work is
installed, the fluid level goes done on the brake/clutch
back up. hydraulic system.
. A fluid leak in the brake/clutch
hydraulic system can also cause
a low fluid level. Have the brake/
clutch hydraulic
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When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a Battery


low level, the brake warning light { Caution
comes on. See Brake System The battery is in the trunk, under the
Warning Light on page 5-19.
. Using the wrong fluid can floor panel. Refer to the
badly damage brake/clutch replacement number shown on the
What to Add hydraulic system parts. For original battery label when a new
Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid example, just a few drops of battery is needed.
from a sealed container. See mineral-based oil, such as
Recommended Fluids and engine oil, in the brake
hydraulic system can damage
{ Warning
Lubricants on page 11-12.
brake hydraulic system parts Battery posts, terminals, and
Always clean the brake/clutch fluid so badly that they will have to related accessories contain lead
reservoir cap and the area around be replaced. Do not let and lead compounds, chemicals
the cap before removing it. This someone put in the wrong
helps keep dirt from entering the known to the State of California to
kind of fluid.
reservoir. cause cancer and reproductive
. If brake fluid is spilled on the harm. Wash hands after handling.
vehicle's painted surfaces,
{ Warning the paint finish can be
damaged. Be careful not to
With the wrong kind of fluid in the
spill brake fluid on the
brake/clutch hydraulic system, the vehicle. If you do, wash it off
brakes might not work well. This immediately.
could cause a crash. Always use
the proper brake/clutch fluid.

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Vehicle Storage noise is heard. A fluid loss could 3. For automatic transmission
indicate a problem. Have it vehicles, try to start the engine
{ Warning inspected and repaired by your
dealer.
in each gear. The vehicle should
start only in P (Park) or
Batteries have acid that can burn N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts
you and gas that can explode. Starter Switch Check in any other position, contact
You can be badly hurt if you are your dealer for service.
not careful. See Jump Starting on { Warning For manual transmission
page 10-87 for tips on working vehicles, put the shift lever in
around a battery without When you are doing this Neutral, push the clutch pedal
getting hurt. inspection, the vehicle could down halfway, and try to start
move suddenly. If the vehicle the engine. The vehicle should
moves, you or others could be start only when the clutch pedal
Infrequent Usage: Remove the is pushed down all the way to
injured.
black, negative (−) cable from the the floor. If the vehicle starts
battery to keep the battery from when the clutch pedal is not
running down. 1. Before starting this check, be pushed all the way down,
Extended Storage: Remove the sure there is enough room contact your dealer for service.
black, negative (−) cable from the around the vehicle.
battery or use a battery trickle 2. Firmly apply both the parking
charger. brake and the regular brake.
See Parking Brake on
Rear Axle page 9-36.

When to Check Lubricant Do not use the accelerator


pedal, and be ready to turn off
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Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever Park Brake and P (Park)
moves out of P (Park), contact
Shift Lock Control your dealer for service.
Mechanism Check
Function Check
Ignition Transmission { Warning
{ Warning Lock Check When you are doing this check,
When you are doing this If equipped with a key type ignition, the vehicle could begin to move.
inspection, the vehicle could while parked and with the parking You or others could be injured
move suddenly. If the vehicle brake set, try to turn the ignition to and property could be damaged.
moves, you or others could be LOCK/OFF in each shift lever Make sure there is room in front
injured. position. of the vehicle in case it begins to
. The ignition should turn to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
LOCK/OFF only when the shift brake at once should the vehicle
1. Before starting this check, be begin to move.
sure there is enough room lever is in P (Park).
around the vehicle. It should be . The ignition key should come
parked on a level surface. out only in LOCK/OFF. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. Contact your dealer if service is your foot on the regular brake, set
Be ready to apply the regular required. the parking brake.
brake immediately if the vehicle
begins to move. . To check the parking brake's
holding ability: With the engine
3. With the engine off, turn the
running and the transmission in
ignition on, but do not start the
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot
engine. Without applying the
pressure from the regular brake
regular brake, try to move the
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
shift lever out of P (Park) with
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. To check the P (Park) warranty. Do not allow the wiper
mechanism's holding ability: blade arm to touch the
With the engine running, shift to windshield.
P (Park). Then release the
parking brake followed by the 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper
regular brake. blade replacement.
Contact your dealer if service is Windshield Replacement
required.
If the Head-Up display (HUD)
Wiper Blade Replacement system and the windshield need to
be replaced, get one that is
Windshield wiper blades should be designed for HUD or the HUD
inspected for wear and cracking. image may look out of focus.
See Maintenance Schedule on 2. Lift up on the latch in the middle
page 11-2 for more information. of the wiper blade where the
wiper arm attaches.
Replacement blades come in
different types and are removed in 3. With the latch open, pull the
different ways. For proper type and wiper blade down toward the
length, see Maintenance windshield far enough to release
Replacement Parts on page 11-14. it from the J-hooked end of the
wiper arm.
To replace the windshield wiper
blade: 4. Remove the wiper blade.
1. Pull the windshield wiper Allowing the wiper blade arm to
assembly away from the touch the windshield when no
windshield. wiper blade is installed could
damage the windshield. Any
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Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge


Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement (HID) Lighting
should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, page 10-40. { Warning
the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb‐changing procedure The high intensity discharge
If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact lighting system operates at a very
necessary, see your dealer. your dealer.
high voltage. If you try to service
any of the system components,
Halogen Bulbs you could be seriously injured.
Have your dealer or a qualified
{ Warning technician service them.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized
gas inside and can burst if you After an HID headlamp bulb has
drop or scratch the bulb. You or been replaced, the beam might be a
others could be injured. Be sure slightly different shade than it was
to read and follow the instructions originally. This is normal.
on the bulb package.
Headlamps, Front Turn
Signal and Parking
Lamps (Uplevel Vehicle)
The uplevel model vehicle has an
HID headlamp and a turn signal
lamp on the headlamp assembly.
The parking lamp is also the
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function of the HID headlamp. See 7. Pull the duct back out of the air
High Intensity Discharge (HID) cleaner/filter housing until the
Lighting on page 10-37. tabs snap the duct back into
To replace the turn signal bulb: position.

1. Open the hood. See Hood on Headlamps, Front Turn


page 10-4.
Signal and Parking
Lamps (Base Vehicle)
The base model vehicle has a
halogen headlamp and a turn
signal/parking lamp on the
3. Disconnect the wiring harness headlamp assembly.
and turn the bulb socket To replace one of these bulbs:
counterclockwise to remove it
1. Open the hood. See Hood on
from the headlamp assembly.
page 10-4.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from
the socket.
5. Push the new bulb into the
2. Press in on the tabs on the sides socket and reinstall the socket
of the duct, and then push the into the headlamp assembly by
duct rearward into the air turning it clockwise.
cleaner/filter housing. 6. Reconnect the electrical
connector.

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6. Reconnect the electrical 2. Remove the close out panel


connector. retainers to gain access to the
7. Pull the duct back out of the air bulb socket connectors.
cleaner/filter housing until the 3. Turn the bulb socket
tabs snap the duct back into counterclockwise to remove it.
position. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out of
the bulb socket.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
5. Push the new bulb straight into
and Stoplamps the bulb socket until it clicks.
To replace a taillamp, turn signal, 6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise
or stoplamp bulb: to reinstall.
2. Press in on the tabs on the sides 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on
of the duct, and then push the page 2-9.
duct rearward into the air
cleaner/filter housing.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness
and turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise to remove it
from the headlamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from
the socket.
5. Push the new bulb into the
socket and reinstall the socket
into the headlamp assembly by
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License Plate Lamp 5. Push the bulb straight into the Bulb
socket and turn clockwise to Exterior Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs: Number
reinstall.
High—Beam H9LL
6. Reinstall the license plate lamp
Headlamp
by lifting it through the fascia
(Except Z28)
opening until the clip is in place.
Halogen H13
Replacement Bulbs Headlamp (Z28)
Bulb License Plate Lamp W5WLL
Exterior Lamp
Number Rear Stoplamps T20
Daytime Running PSX26W Rear Taillamp 7444LL
Lamp (Uplevel
vehicles) Rear Turn W21/5W
Signal Lamp
Front Park and Turn T20
1. Unclip the license plate lamp Signal Lamp For replacement bulbs not listed
from the fascia opening. (Except here, contact your dealer.
ZL1 and Z28)
2. Pull the license plate lamp down
through the fascia opening. Front Park and Turn 3457NAK
Signal Lamp
3. Turn the bulb socket
(ZL1 and Z28)
counterclockwise and pull the
bulb straight out of the lamp Low—Beam H11LL
socket. Headlamp
4. Install the new bulb. (Except Z28)

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Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit


An electrical overload may cause Breakers
Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are
Overload some cases to remain off. Have the
protected from short circuits by a
headlamp wiring checked right away
The vehicle has fuses and circuit combination of fuses and circuit
if the lamps go on and off or
breakers to protect against an breakers. This greatly reduces the
remain off.
electrical system overload. chance of damage caused by
Windshield Wipers electrical problems.
When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to To check a fuse, look at the
and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield silver-colored band inside the fuse.
until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools If the band is broken or melted,
normal or the problem is fixed. This and will then restart. replace the fuse. Be sure to replace
greatly reduces the chance of circuit a bad fuse with a new one of the
Although the circuit is protected identical size and rating.
overload and fire caused by from electrical overload, overload
electrical problems. due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses of the same amperage can
Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause wiper linkage damage. be temporarily borrowed from
power devices in the vehicle. Always clear ice and heavy snow another fuse location, if a fuse goes
from the windshield before using the out. Replace the fuse as soon as
Replace a bad fuse with a new one windshield wipers. possible.
of the identical size and rating.
If the overload is caused by an To identify and check fuses, circuit
If there is a problem on the road and electrical problem and not snow or breakers, and relays, see Engine
a fuse needs to be replaced, the ice, be sure to get it fixed. Compartment Fuse Block on
same amperage fuse can be page 10-42, Instrument Panel Fuse
borrowed. Choose some feature of Block on page 10-44, and Rear
the vehicle that is not needed to use Compartment Fuse Block on
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Engine Compartment
Fuse Block

To remove the hinged fuse block


cover, press the clip at the front of
the cover, and swing it up.

{ Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical
component. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features
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J-Case Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage


Fuses
5 Engine Control 19 Transmission
6 Wiper Module Main Control Module/
Ignition
12 Starter 7 Pre-Catalytic
Converter Oxygen 20 Engine Control
22 Brake
Sensor Module/Ignition
Vacuum Pump
8 Post-Catalytic 31 Outside Rearview
25 Power
Converter Oxygen Mirror
Windows Rear
Sensor
32 Canister Vent
26 Power Windows
9 Fuel Injectors Solenoid
Front
– Even
33 Body Control
27 Rear Defog
10 Fuel Injectors – Odd Module 6
41 Cooling Fan High
11 Cooling Fan Relay 34 Sunroof
43 Antilock Brake
14 Manifold Air Flow/ 35 Front Heated Seats
System Pump
Chassis Control
38 Washer Pump Front
44 Cooling Fan Low
15 Ignition
40 Antilock Brake
Mini Fuses Usage 16 Run/Crank IP System Valves

1 Air Conditioning 17 Sensing Diagnostic 46 HID Headlamp –


Compressor Clutch Module/Ignition Left Front

2 Transmission 18 Run/Crank Body 47 HID Headlamp –


Control Module Right Front

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Mini Fuses Usage Micro Usage Instrument Panel Fuse


51 Horn
Relays Block
K69 Wiper Control
52 Spare
K613 Cooling Fan Low
55 High-Beam
Headlamp – Right K617 Air Conditioning
Front Compressor Clutch
56 High-Beam K619 Wiper Speed
Headlamp – Left
K627 High Intensity
Front
Discharge
61 Heated Mirror Headlamps
K632 Brake
Mini Relays Usage Vacuum Pump
K26 Powertrain K641 Intercooler Pump The instrument panel fuse block is
K50 Run/Crank on the end of the instrument panel,
K55 Rear Defog on the driver side of the vehicle. To
access the fuses, open the fuse
K612 Cooling Fan High panel door by pulling out.
K614 Cooling Fan Control To reinstall the door, push the door
back into its original location.
Micro Usage
Relays
K61 Starter
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Fuses Usage
F6 Body Control
Module 2
F8 Battery
F9 Spare
F10 Spare
F11 Spare
F12 Spare
F13 Display
F14 OnStar® Universal
Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)
F15 Body Control
Module 3
The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage
with all of the fuses, relays, and F16 Body Control
features shown. F3 Airbag Module 4
Fuses Usage F4 Cluster F17 Power Outlet 1
F1 Discrete Logic F5 Heating Ventilation F18 Power Outlet 2
Ignition Switch Air Conditioning F19 Steering Wheel
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Fuses Usage Circuit Usage


Breakers
F21 Spare
CB7 Passenger Seat
F22 Spare
CB26 Driver Seat
F23 Trunk
F24 Automatic Occupant Relays Usage
Sensing
K10 Retained Accessory
F25 Body Control Power
Module 1
K609 Trunk
F27 Body Control
Module 8 SPARE SPARE
F28 Front Heater,
Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning
F29 Spare
F30 Body Control
Module 7

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Rear Compartment Fuse


Block

The rear compartment fuse block is


on the right side of the trunk behind
a cover. Remove the convenience The vehicle may not be equipped
net retainers, the rear sill plate, and Fuses Usage
with all of the fuses, relays, and
the passenger side trim retainers, features shown. F2 Amplifier
then swing the trim out of the way.
Fuses Usage F3 Radio
F1 Universal Garage F4 Convertible Top 1
Door Opener/Ultra– F5 Convertible Top 2
sonic Rear Parking
Assist/Inside F6 Spare 1
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Fuses Usage Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued)


F7 Real Time Damping
Tires and a serious crash. See
F8 Active Exhaust Vehicle Load Limits on
Flapper Every new GM vehicle has
high-quality tires made by a page 9-12.
F9 Spare 4
leading tire manufacturer. See . Underinflated tires pose
F10 Engine Control the warranty manual for the same danger as
Module/Battery information regarding the tire overloaded tires. The
F11 Regulated Voltage warranty and where to get resulting crash could
Control service. For additional cause serious injury.
F12 Fuel System Control information refer to the tire Check all tires frequently
Module manufacturer. to maintain the
recommended pressure.
Relays Usage { Warning Tire pressure should be
checked when the tires
R1 Spare . Poorly maintained and are cold.
R2 Active Exhaust improperly used tires are
dangerous.
. Overinflated tires are more
Flapper likely to be cut, punctured,
. Overloading the tires can or broken by a sudden
cause overheating as a impact — such as when
result of too much flexing. hitting a pothole. Keep
There could be a blowout tires at the recommended
(Continued) pressure.
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Warning (Continued)
All-Season Tires Winter Tires
This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally
. Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter
cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased
is badly worn, performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered
replace them. and weather conditions. Original roads. Consider installing winter
equipment tires designed to GM's tires on the vehicle if frequent
. Replace any tires that specific tire performance criteria driving on snow or ice-covered
have been damaged by have a TPC specification code roads is expected. See your dealer
impacts with potholes, molded onto the sidewall. Original for details regarding winter tire
curbs, etc. equipment all-season tires can be availability and proper tire selection.
identified by the last two characters Also, see Buying New Tires on
. Improperly repaired tires of this TPC code, which will page 10-65.
can cause a crash. Only be “MS.”
the dealer or an With winter tires, there may be
Consider installing winter tires on decreased dry road traction,
authorized tire service the vehicle if frequent driving on increased road noise, and shorter
center should repair, snow or ice-covered roads is tread life. After changing to winter
replace, dismount, and expected. All-season tires provide tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
mount the tires. adequate performance for most handling and braking.
. Do not spin the tires in winter driving conditions, but they If using winter tires:
may not offer the same level of
excess of 56 km/h . Use tires of the same brand and
traction or performance as winter
(35 mph) on slippery tires on snow or ice-covered roads. tread type on all four wheel
surfaces such as snow, See Winter Tires on page 10-49. positions.
mud, ice, etc. Excessive
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. Use only radial ply tires of the below approximately 5°C (40°F) or
same size, load range, and on ice or snow covered roads is { Caution
speed rating as the original expected. See Winter Tires on
equipment tires. page 10-49. Ultra high performance summer
tires have rubber compounds that
Winter tires with the same speed Ultra High Performance Summer lose flexibility and may develop
rating as the original equipment tires Tires
may not be available for H, V, W, Y, surface cracks in the tread area
and ZR speed rated tires. If winter This vehicle may come with 285/ at temperatures below -7°C
tires with a lower speed rating are 35ZR20 and 305/35ZR20 ultra high (20°F). Always store ultra high
chosen, never exceed the tire's performance summer tires. These performance summer tires
maximum speed capability. tires have a special tread and indoors and at temperatures
compound that are optimized for above -7°C (20°F) when not in
Summer Tires maximum dry and wet road use. If the tires have been
performance. This special tread and subjected to -7°C (20°F) or less,
High Performance Summer Tires compound will have decreased let them warm up in a heated
This vehicle may come with 245/ performance in cold climates, and space to at least 5°C (40°F) for
45ZR20 and 275/40ZR20, or 245/ on ice and snow. Driving a vehicle 24 hours or more before being
40ZR21 and 275/35ZR21 high with ultra high performance summer installed or driving a vehicle on
performance summer tires. These tires when temperatures are below which they are installed. Do not
tires have a special tread and approximately 5°C (40°F) is not apply heat or blow heated air
compound that are optimized for recommended. If driving in these
directly on the tires. Always
maximum dry and wet road conditions, winter tires should be
inspect tires before use. See Tire
performance. This special tread and installed. See Winter Tires on
page 10-49. Inspection on page 10-62.
compound will have decreased
performance in cold climates, and
on ice and snow. We recommend
installing winter tires on the vehicle
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Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the digits represent the week (01–
“Tire Size” illustration later in this 52) and the last two digits, the
Useful information about a tire is section. year. For example, the third
molded into its sidewall. The week of the year 2010 would
examples show a typical (2) TPC Spec (Tire
Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date
passenger vehicle tire and a of 0310.
compact spare tire sidewall. Specification): Original
equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number
GM's specific tire performance (TIN): The letters and numbers
criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT (Department
code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the
GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN).
exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the
guidelines. manufacturer and plant code,
(3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was
Transportation): The manufactured. The TIN is
Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the
(DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may
tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
(1) Tire Size: The tire size is a Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in
combination of letters and Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread.
numbers used to define a
particular tire's width, height, DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality
aspect ratio, construction type, Manufacture: The last four Grading (UTQG): Tire
digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to
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performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only: The (4) Maximum Cold Inflation
traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit: Maximum load that
resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the
see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to
Grading on page 10-67. The compact spare tire is for support that load.
(7) Maximum Cold Inflation emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation: The
Load Limit: Maximum load that road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact
can be carried and the flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire should be inflated to
maximum pressure needed to spare tire, see Compact Spare 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
support that load. Tire on page 10-86 and If a Tire information on tire pressure and
Goes Flat on page 10-70. inflation see Tire Pressure on
(3) Tire Identification Number page 10-56.
(TIN): The letters and numbers (6) Tire Size: A combination of
following the DOT (Department letters and numbers define a
of Transportation) code are the tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
Tire Identification Number (TIN). construction type, and service
The TIN shows the description. The letter T as the
manufacturer and plant code, first character in the tire size
tire size, and date the tire was means the tire is for temporary
manufactured. The TIN is use only.
molded onto both sides of the
tire, although only one side may (7) TPC Spec (Tire
Compact Spare Tire Example Performance Criteria
have the date of manufacture.
(1) Tire Ply Material : The type Specification): Original
of cord and number of plies in equipment tires designed to
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criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of
code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches.
GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association. (6) Service Description: These
exceed all federal safety (2) Tire Width: The three-digit characters represent the load
guidelines. number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the
width in millimeters from tire. The load index represents
Tire Designations sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire
Tire Size (3) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed
number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a
The following is an example of a
height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load.
typical passenger vehicle
tire size. For example, if the tire size
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Tire Terminology and
item 3 of the illustration, it would Definitions
mean that the tire's sidewall is Air Pressure: The amount of
60 percent as high as it is wide. air inside the tire pressing
(4) Construction Code: A letter outward on each square inch of
code is used to indicate the type the tire. Air pressure is
of ply construction in the tire. expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: or psi (pounds per square inch).
The United States version of a The letter R means radial ply
metric tire sizing system. The construction; the letter D means Accessory Weight: The
letter P as the first character in diagonal or bias ply combined weight of optional
the tire size means a passenger construction; and the letter B accessories. Some examples of
means belted-bias ply optional accessories are
construction.
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automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See
conditioning. on page 10-56. Vehicle Load Limits on
Aspect Ratio: The relationship Curb Weight: The weight of a page 9-12.
of a tire's height to its width. motor vehicle with standard and GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Belt: A rubber coated layer of optional equipment including the Rating for the rear axle. See
cords between the plies and the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Vehicle Load Limits on
tread. Cords may be made from and coolant, but without page 9-12.
steel or other reinforcing passengers and cargo. Intended Outboard Sidewall :
materials. DOT Markings: A code molded The side of an asymmetrical tire
Bead: The tire bead contains into the sidewall of a tire that must always face outward
steel wires wrapped by steel signifying that the tire is in when mounted on a vehicle.
cords that hold the tire onto compliance with the U.S. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric
the rim. Department of Transportation unit for air pressure.
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire Standards. The DOT code Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A
in which the plies are laid at includes the Tire Identification tire used on light duty trucks and
alternate angles less than Number (TIN), an alphanumeric some multipurpose passenger
90 degrees to the centerline of designator which can also vehicles.
the tread. identify the tire manufacturer, Load Index: An assigned
Cold Tire Pressure: The production plant, brand, and number ranging from 1 to 279
amount of air pressure in a tire, date of production. that corresponds to the load
measured in kPa (kilopascal) GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight carrying capacity of a tire.
or psi (pounds per square inch) Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits
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Maximum Inflation Pressure: outward when mounted on a Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic
The maximum air pressure to vehicle. The side of the tire that tire in which the ply cords that
which a cold tire can be inflated. contains a whitewall, bears extend to the beads are laid at
The maximum air pressure is white lettering, or bears 90 degrees to the centerline of
molded onto the sidewall. manufacturer, brand, and/or the tread.
Maximum Load Rating: The model name molding that is Rim: A metal support for a tire
load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same and upon which the tire beads
maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall are seated.
pressure for that tire. of the tire.
Sidewall: The portion of a tire
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A between the tread and the bead.
Weight: The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and
some light duty trucks and Speed Rating: An
weight, accessory weight, alphanumeric code assigned to
vehicle capacity weight, and multipurpose vehicles.
a tire indicating the maximum
production options weight. Recommended Inflation speed at which a tire can
Normal Occupant Weight: The Pressure: Vehicle operate.
number of occupants a vehicle manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure as shown Traction: The friction between
is designed to seat multiplied by the tire and the road surface.
68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load on the tire placard. See Tire
Pressure on page 10-56 and The amount of grip provided.
Limits on page 9-12.
Vehicle Load Limits on Tread: The portion of a tire that
Occupant Distribution : page 9-12. comes into contact with
Designated seating positions. the road.
Outward Facing Sidewall: The Treadwear Indicators: Narrow
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of a tire when only 1.6 mm Vehicle Maximum Load on the


(1/16 in) of tread remains. See Tire: Load on an individual tire { Caution
When It Is Time for New Tires due to curb weight, accessory Neither tire underinflation nor
on page 10-64. weight, occupant weight, and overinflation is good.
UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality cargo weight. Underinflated tires, or tires
Grading Standards): A tire Vehicle Placard: A label that do not have enough air,
information system that provides permanently attached to a can result in:
consumers with ratings for a vehicle showing the vehicle . Tire overloading and
tire's traction, temperature, and capacity weight and the original overheating which could
treadwear. Ratings are equipment tire size and lead to a blowout.
determined by tire recommended inflation pressure.
manufacturers using See “Tire and Loading
. Premature or
government testing procedures. Information Label” under Vehicle irregular wear.
The ratings are molded into the Load Limits on page 9-12. . Poor handling.
sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
Tire Quality Grading on Tire Pressure
. Reduced fuel economy.
page 10-67. Overinflated tires, or tires that
Tires need the correct amount of
Vehicle Capacity Weight: The have too much air, can
air pressure to operate
result in:
number of designated seating effectively.
positions multiplied by . Unusual wear.
68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated . Poor handling.
cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Limits on page 9-12.
. Rough ride.
. Needless damage from
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The Tire and Loading How to Check Recheck the tire pressure with
Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type the tire gauge.
indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. Return the valve caps on the
tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be valve stems to prevent leaks
inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire. and keep out dirt and moisture.
recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure
minimum air pressure needed to when the tires are cold, meaning Tire Pressure for
support the vehicle's maximum the vehicle has not been driven
load carrying capacity. See High-Speed Operation
for at least three hours or no
Vehicle Load Limits on
page 9-12.
more than 1.6 km (1 mi). { Warning
Remove the valve cap from the
How the vehicle is loaded tire valve stem. Press the tire Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h
affects vehicle handling and ride (100 mph) or higher, puts an
gauge firmly onto the valve to
comfort. Never load the vehicle additional strain on tires.
get a pressure measurement. Sustained high-speed driving
with more weight than it was If the cold tire inflation pressure
designed to carry. causes excessive heat buildup
matches the recommended and can cause sudden tire failure.
When to Check pressure on the Tire and You could have a crash and you
Loading Information label, no or others could be killed. Some
Check the tires once a month or
further adjustment is necessary. high-speed rated tires require
more. Do not forget the compact
If the inflation pressure is low, inflation pressure adjustment for
spare, if the vehicle has one.
add air until the recommended high-speed operation. When
The cold compact spare tire
pressure is reached. If the speed limits and road conditions
pressure should be at 420 kPa
inflation pressure is high, press are such that a vehicle can be
(60 psi). See Compact Spare
on the metal stem in the center driven at high speeds, make sure
Tire on page 10-86.
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300 kPa (44 psi) before operating indicated on the vehicle placard or
Warning (Continued) the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h tire inflation pressure label, you
(100 mph) or higher. should determine the proper tire
the tires are rated for high-speed inflation pressure for those tires.)
operation, in excellent condition, Return the tires to the
and set to the correct cold tire recommended cold tire inflation As an added safety feature, your
inflation pressure for the pressure when high-speed driving vehicle has been equipped with a
vehicle load. has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits tire pressure monitoring system
on page 9-12 and Tire Pressure on (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
page 10-56. pressure telltale when one or more
Vehicles with 245/45ZR20 103Y, of your tires is significantly
P245/50ZR19 104W, 275/ Tire Pressure Monitor under-inflated.
40ZR20 106Y, 285/35ZR20 (100Y),
and 305/35ZR20 (104Y) size tires, System Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you
have tires capable of high The Tire Pressure Monitor System
speed use. should stop and check your tires as
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor
soon as possible, and inflate them
Make sure vehicles with 245/ technology to check tire pressure
to the proper pressure. Driving on a
45ZR20 103Y, P245/50ZR19 104W levels. The TPMS sensors monitor
significantly under-inflated tire
and 275/40ZR20 106Y size tires are the air pressure in your tires and
causes the tire to overheat and can
inflated to the recommended cold transmit tire pressure readings to a
lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
inflation pressures before operating receiver located in the vehicle.
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
the vehicle at speeds over 160 km/h Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the
(100 mph). See Vehicle Load Limits provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping
on page 9-12 and Tire Pressure on monthly when cold and inflated to ability.
page 10-56. the inflation pressure recommended
Please note that the TPMS is not a
Make sure vehicles with 285/ by the vehicle manufacturer on the
substitute for proper tire
35ZR20 (100Y), and 305/35ZR20 vehicle placard or tire inflation
maintenance, and it is the driver's
(104Y) size tires are inflated to pressure label. (If your vehicle has
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pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle to


not reached the level to trigger ensure that the replacement or
illumination of the TPMS low tire alternate tires and wheels allow the
pressure telltale. TPMS to continue to function
Your vehicle has also been properly.
equipped with a TPMS malfunction See Tire Pressure Monitor
indicator to indicate when the Operation on page 10-59. When a low tire pressure condition
system is not operating properly. is detected, the TPMS illuminates
See Radio Frequency Statement on
The TPMS malfunction indicator is the low tire pressure warning light
page 13-15.
combined with the low tire pressure located on the instrument cluster.
telltale. When the system detects a If the warning light comes on, stop
malfunction, the telltale will flash for Tire Pressure Monitor as soon as possible and inflate the
approximately one minute and then Operation tires to the recommended pressure
remain continuously illuminated. shown on the Tire and Loading
This vehicle may have a Tire
This sequence will continue upon Information label. See Vehicle Load
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
subsequent vehicle start-ups as Limits on page 9-12.
The TPMS is designed to warn the
long as the malfunction exists. driver when a low tire pressure A message to check the pressure in
When the malfunction indicator is condition exists. TPMS sensors are a specific tire displays in the Driver
illuminated, the system may not be mounted onto each tire and wheel Information Center (DIC) display.
able to detect or signal low tire assembly, excluding the spare tire The low tire pressure warning light
pressure as intended. TPMS and wheel assembly. The TPMS and the DIC warning message come
malfunctions may occur for a variety sensors monitor the air pressure in on at each ignition cycle until the
of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmit the tire tires are inflated to the correct
of replacement or alternate tires or pressure readings to a receiver inflation pressure. Using the DIC,
wheels on the vehicle that prevent located in the vehicle. tire pressure levels can be viewed.
the TPMS from functioning properly. For additional information and
Always check the TPMS malfunction
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details about the DIC operation and TPMS Malfunction Light and
displays see Driver Information { Caution Message
Center (DIC) on page 5-25.
Tire sealant materials are not all The TPMS will not function properly
The low tire pressure warning light the same. A non-approved tire if one or more of the TPMS sensors
may come on in cool weather when sealant could damage the TPMS are missing or inoperable. When the
the vehicle is first started, and then sensors. TPMS sensor damage system detects a malfunction, the
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This caused by using an incorrect tire low tire warning light flashes for
could be an early indicator that the sealant is not covered by the about one minute and then stays on
air pressure is getting low and must for the remainder of the ignition
vehicle warranty. Always use only
be inflated to the proper pressure. cycle. A DIC warning message also
the GM approved tire sealant
A Tire and Loading Information label available through your dealer or displays. The malfunction light and
shows the size of the original included in the vehicle. DIC warning message come on at
equipment tires and the correct each ignition cycle until the problem
inflation pressure for the tires when is corrected. Some of the conditions
they are cold. See Vehicle Load Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits that can cause these to come
Limits on page 9-12, for an example use a GM-approved liquid tire on are:
of the Tire and Loading Information sealant. Using non-approved tire . One of the road tires has been
label and its location. Also see Tire sealants could damage the TPMS
replaced with the spare tire. The
Pressure on page 10-56. sensors. See Tire Sealant and
spare tire does not have a
Compressor Kit on page 10-72 for
The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS sensor. The malfunction
information regarding the inflator kit
tire pressure condition but it does light and DIC message should
materials and instructions.
not replace normal tire go off after the road tire is
maintenance. See Tire Inspection replaced and the sensor
on page 10-62, Tire Rotation on matching process is performed
page 10-63 and Tires on successfully. See "TPMS Sensor
page 10-48. Matching Process" later in this
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. The TPMS sensor matching . Operating electronic devices or relearn tool, in the following order:
process was not done or not being near facilities using radio driver side front tire, passenger side
completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the front tire, passenger side rear tire,
rotating the tires. The TPMS could cause the TPMS and driver side rear. See your
malfunction light and the DIC sensors to malfunction. dealer for service or to purchase a
message should go off after If the TPMS is not functioning relearn tool.
successfully completing the properly, it cannot detect or signal a
sensor matching process. See There are two minutes to match the
low tire condition. See your dealer first tire/wheel position, and
"TPMS Sensor Matching for service if the TPMS malfunction
Process" later in this section. five minutes overall to match all four
light and DIC message come on tire/wheel positions. If it takes
. One or more TPMS sensors are and stay on. longer, the matching process stops
missing or damaged. The DIC and must be restarted.
message and the malfunction TPMS Sensor Matching
light should go off when the Process The TPMS sensor matching
TPMS sensors are installed and process is:
Each TPMS sensor has a unique
the sensor matching process is identification code. The identification 1. Set the parking brake.
performed successfully. See code needs to be matched to a new 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with
your dealer for service. tire/wheel position after rotating the the engine off.
. Replacement tires or wheels do tires or replacing one or more of the
TPMS sensors. The TPMS sensor 3. Use the MENU button to select
not match the original equipment
matching process should also be the Vehicle Information menu in
tires or wheels. Tires and wheels
performed after replacing a spare the Driver Information
other than those recommended
tire with a road tire containing the Center (DIC).
could prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly. See Buying TPMS sensor. The malfunction light 4. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to
New Tires on page 10-65. and the DIC message should go off the Tire Pressure Menu item
at the next ignition cycle. The screen.
sensors are matched to the tire/
wheel positions,
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5. Press the SET/CLR button to 9. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection
begin the sensor matching front tire, and repeat the
process. procedure in Step 8. We recommend that the tires,
including the spare tire, if the
A message requesting 10. Proceed to the passenger side
acceptance of the process rear tire, and repeat the vehicle has one, be inspected
should display. procedure in Step 8. for signs of wear or damage at
least once a month.
6. Press the SET/CLR button again 11. Proceed to the driver side rear
to confirm the selection. tire, and repeat the procedure Replace the tire if:
The horn sounds twice to signal in Step 8. The horn sounds two . The indicators at three or
the receiver is in relearn mode times to indicate the sensor
identification code has been
more places around the tire
and the TIRE LEARNING can be seen.
ACTIVE message displays on matched to the driver side rear
the DIC screen. tire, and the TPMS sensor . There is cord or fabric
matching process is no longer showing through the tire's
7. Start with the driver side active. The TIRE LEARNING
front tire.
rubber.
ACTIVE message on the DIC
8. Place the relearn tool against display screen goes off. . The tread or sidewall is
the tire sidewall, near the valve 12. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. cracked, cut, or snagged
stem. Then press the button to deep enough to show cord or
activate the TPMS sensor. 13. Set all four tires to the fabric.
A horn chirp confirms that the recommended air pressure
level as indicated on the Tire . The tire has a bump, bulge,
sensor identification code has
been matched to this tire and and Loading Information label. or split.
wheel position.

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. The tire has a puncture, cut, alignment. See When It Is Time Use this rotation pattern if the
or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-64 vehicle has different size tires
be repaired well because of and Wheel Replacement on on the front and rear and they
the size or location of the page 10-69. are non-directional.
damage.
Directional tires should not be Different tire sizes should not be
Tire Rotation rotated. Each tire and wheel rotated front to rear.
should be used only in the
If the vehicle has non-directional position it is in. Directional tires
tires, they should be rotated will have an arrow on the tire
every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. See indicating the proper direction of
Maintenance Schedule on rotation or will have “left” or
page 11-2. “right” molded on the sidewall.
Tires are rotated to achieve a
uniform wear for all tires. The
first rotation is the most
important.
Anytime unusual wear is
noticed, rotate the tires as soon
as possible, check for proper tire Use this rotation pattern when
inflation pressure, and check for rotating tires of the same size
damaged tires or wheels. If the installed on all four wheel
unusual wear continues after the positions.
rotation, check the wheel If the vehicle has a compact
spare tire, do not include it in the
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Adjust the front and rear tires to


Warning (Continued)
When It Is Time for New
the recommended inflation Tires
pressure on the Tire and off and cause an accident. When
Loading Information label after Factors such as maintenance,
changing a wheel, remove any temperatures, driving speeds,
the tires have been rotated. See rust or dirt from places where the vehicle loading, and road conditions
Tire Pressure on page 10-56 wheel attaches to the vehicle. In affect the wear rate of the tires.
and Vehicle Load Limits on an emergency, a cloth or a paper
page 9-12. towel can be used; however, use
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor a scraper or wire brush later to
System. See Tire Pressure remove all rust or dirt.
Monitor Operation on
page 10-59. Lightly coat the center of the
Check that all wheel nuts are wheel hub with wheel bearing
properly tightened. See “Wheel grease after a wheel change or
Nut Torque” under Capacities tire rotation to prevent corrosion
and Specifications on or rust build-up. Do not get
page 12-2. grease on the flat wheel
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
{ Warning Treadwear indicators are one way to
tell when it is time for new tires.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Treadwear indicators appear when
parts to which it is fastened, can the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
make wheel nuts become loose or less of tread remaining. See Tire
after time. The wheel could come Inspection on page 10-62 and Tire
(Continued) Rotation on page 10-63.
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The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec
This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a dozen
if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate critical specifications that impact
never used. Multiple factors rubber. the overall performance of the
including temperatures, loading Parking for an extended period can vehicle, including brake system
conditions, and inflation pressure cause flat spots on the tires that
maintenance affect how fast aging performance, ride and handling,
may result in vibrations while traction control, and tire
takes place. GM recommends that driving. When storing a vehicle for
tires, including the spare if pressure monitoring
at least a month, remove the tires or performance. GM's TPC Spec
equipped, be replaced after six raise the vehicle to reduce the
years, regardless of tread wear. The weight from the tires.
number is molded onto the tire's
tire manufacturer date is the last sidewall near the tire size. If the
four digits of the DOT Tire tires have an all-season tread
Identification Number (TIN) which is Buying New Tires
design, the TPC Spec number
molded into one side of the tire GM has developed and matched will be followed by MS for mud
sidewall. The first two digits specific tires for the vehicle. The and snow. See Tire Sidewall
represent the week (01–52) and the original equipment tires installed
last two digits, the year. For Labeling on page 10-51.
were designed to meet General
example, the third week of the year GM recommends replacing worn
2010 would have a four-digit DOT
Motors Tire Performance Criteria
Specification (TPC Spec) tires in complete sets of four.
date of 0310. Uniform tread depth on all tires
system rating. When
Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, will help to maintain the
GM strongly recommends performance of the vehicle.
Tires age when stored normally
buying tires with the same TPC Braking and handling
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park
a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. performance may be adversely
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maintenance have been done,


all four tires should wear out at { Warning { Warning
about the same time. See Tire Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the
Rotation on page 10-63. improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel
However, if it is necessary to to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks
replace only one axle set of could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving.
worn tires, place the new tires Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail
on the rear axle. tire service center should suddenly and cause a crash.
Winter tires with the same speed mount or dismount the tires. Use only radial-ply tires with
rating as the original equipment the wheels on the vehicle.
tires may not be available for H,
V, W, Y and ZR speed rated { Warning If the vehicle tires must be
tires. Never exceed the winter replaced with a tire that does not
tires’ maximum speed capability Mixing tires of different sizes, have a TPC Spec number, make
when using winter tires with a brands, or types may cause sure they are the same size,
lower speed rating. loss of control of the vehicle, load range, speed rating, and
resulting in a crash or other construction (radial) as the
vehicle damage. Use the original tires.
correct size, brand, and type
of tires on all wheels. Vehicles that have a tire
pressure monitoring system
could give an inaccurate
low-pressure warning if non-TPC
Spec rated tires are installed.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
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The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality


Information label indicates the { Warning Grading
original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used,
vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits Quality grades can be found
there may not be an acceptable
on page 9-12. level of performance and safety if
where applicable on the tire
tires not recommended for those sidewall between tread shoulder
Different Size Tires and wheels are selected. This and maximum section width. For
Wheels increases the chance of a crash example:
and serious injury. Only use GM Treadwear 200 Traction AA
If wheels or tires are installed that
specific wheel and tire systems Temperature A
are a different size than the original
developed for the vehicle, and
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle The following information relates
performance, including its braking, have them properly installed by a
GM certified technician. to the system developed by the
ride and handling characteristics,
stability, and resistance to rollover United States National Highway
may be affected. If the vehicle has See Buying New Tires on
Traffic Safety Administration
electronic systems such as antilock page 10-65 and Accessories and (NHTSA), which grades tires by
brakes, rollover airbags, traction Modifications on page 10-3. treadwear, traction, and
control, electronic stability control, temperature performance. This
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance applies only to vehicles sold in
of these systems can also be the United States. The grades
affected. are molded on the sidewalls of
most passenger car tires. The
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
(UTQG) system does not apply
to deep tread, winter tires,
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nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include
or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering,
tires. graded 100. The relative hydroplaning, or peak traction
While the tires available on performance of tires depends characteristics.
General Motors passenger cars upon the actual conditions of
Temperature
and light trucks may vary with their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the The temperature grades are A
respect to these grades, they
norm due to variations in driving (the highest), B, and C,
must also conform to federal
habits, service practices and representing the tire's resistance
safety requirements and
differences in road to the generation of heat and its
additional General Motors Tire
characteristics and climate. ability to dissipate heat when
Performance Criteria (TPC)
tested under controlled
standards. Traction conditions on a specified indoor
All Passenger Car Tires Must The traction grades, from laboratory test wheel. Sustained
Conform to Federal Safety highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, high temperature can cause the
Requirements In Addition To and C. Those grades represent material of the tire to degenerate
These Grades. the tire's ability to stop on wet and reduce tire life, and
Treadwear pavement as measured under excessive temperature can lead
controlled conditions on to sudden tire failure. The grade
The treadwear grade is a specified government test C corresponds to a level of
comparative rating based on the surfaces of asphalt and performance which all
wear rate of the tire when tested concrete. A tire marked C may passenger car tires must meet
under controlled conditions on a have poor traction performance. under the Federal Motor Safety
specified government test Warning: The traction grade Standard No. 109. Grades B and
course. For example, a tire assigned to Ithis
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performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
test wheel than the minimum or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
required by law. Warning: The vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new
temperature grade for this tire is road, the tires and wheels may need GM original equipment parts.
to be rebalanced. See your dealer
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
for proper diagnosis. { Warning
overloaded. Excessive speed, Wheel Replacement Using the wrong replacement
underinflation, or excessive wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
loading, either separately or in Replace any wheel that is bent,
cracked, or badly rusted or nuts can be dangerous. It could
combination, can cause heat affect the braking and handling of
buildup and possible tire failure. corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
wheel nuts should be replaced. and cause loss of control, causing
Wheel Alignment and Tire If the wheel leaks air, replace it. a crash. Always use the correct
Balance Some aluminum wheels can be wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
repaired. See your dealer if any of nuts for replacement.
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to these conditions exist.
provide the longest tire life and best Your dealer will know the kind of
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
wheel that is needed. { Caution
Each new wheel should have the
are not necessary on a regular same load-carrying capacity, The wrong wheel can also cause
basis. Consider an alignment check diameter, width, offset, and be problems with bearing life, brake
if there is unusual tire wear or the mounted the same way as the one it cooling, speedometer or
vehicle is significantly pulling to one replaces. odometer calibration, headlamp
side or the other. Some slight pull to aim, rear differential, bumper
the left or right, depending on the
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Caution (Continued)
Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out
height, vehicle ground clearance, { Warning while driving, especially if the tires
and tire or tire chain clearance to are maintained properly. See Tires
the body and chassis. Do not use tire chains. There is on page 10-48. If air goes out of a
not enough clearance. Tire chains tire, it is much more likely to leak
used on a vehicle without the out slowly. But if there is ever a
See If a Tire Goes Flat on proper amount of clearance can blowout, here are a few tips about
page 10-70 for more information. cause damage to the brakes, what to expect and what to do:
Used Replacement Wheels suspension, or other vehicle
If a front tire fails, the flat tire
parts. The area damaged by the
creates a drag that pulls the vehicle
{ Warning tire chains could cause loss of
control and a crash. Use another
toward that side. Take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and grip the
Replacing a wheel with a used type of traction device only if its steering wheel firmly. Steer to
one is dangerous. How it has manufacturer recommends it for maintain lane position, and then
been used or how far it has been the vehicle's tire size combination gently brake to a stop, well off the
driven may be unknown. It could and road conditions. Follow that road, if possible.
fail suddenly and cause a crash. manufacturer's instructions. To
A rear blowout, particularly on a
When replacing wheels, use a avoid vehicle damage, drive
curve, acts much like a skid and
new GM original equipment slowly and readjust or remove the may require the same correction as
wheel. traction device if it contacts the used in a skid. Stop pressing the
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. accelerator pedal and steer to
If traction devices are used, install straighten the vehicle. It may be
them on the rear tires. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake
to a stop, well off the road,
if possible.
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{ Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)


Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for 1. Set the parking brake firmly.
permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could 2. Put an automatic
Re-inflating a tire after it has been be badly injured or killed if the transmission in P (Park) or a
driven on while severely vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack manual transmission in
underinflated or flat may cause a is provided with the vehicle, only 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
blowout and a serious crash. use it for changing a flat tire.
3. Turn off the engine and do
Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
not restart while the vehicle
that has been driven on while If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire is raised.
severely underinflated or flat. and wheel damage by driving slowly
Have your dealer or an authorized 4. Do not allow passengers to
to a level place, well off the road,
tire service center repair or remain in the vehicle.
if possible. Turn on the hazard
replace the flat tire as soon as warning flashers. See Hazard 5. Place wheel blocks on both
possible. Warning Flashers on page 6-4. sides of the tire at the
opposite corner of the tire
{ Warning being changed.
{ Warning Changing a tire can be This vehicle may come with a jack
Lifting a vehicle and getting under dangerous. The vehicle can slip and spare tire or a tire sealant and
it to do maintenance or repairs is off the jack and roll over or fall compressor kit. To use the jacking
dangerous without the causing injury or death. Find a equipment to change a spare tire
appropriate safety equipment and level place to change the tire. To safely, follow the instructions below.
training. If a jack is provided with help prevent the vehicle from Then see Tire Changing on
the vehicle, it is designed only for moving: page 10-80. To use the tire sealant
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and compressor kit, see Tire Tire Sealant and Warning (Continued)
Sealant and Compressor Kit on
page 10-72.
Compressor Kit
and compressor kit instructions
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),
use the following example as a
{ Warning and inflate the tire to its
recommended pressure. Do not
guide to assist you in the placement Idling a vehicle in an enclosed exceed the recommended
of wheel blocks (1). area with poor ventilation is pressure.
dangerous. Engine exhaust may
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled. { Warning
It can cause unconsciousness Storing the tire sealant and
and even death. Never run the compressor kit or other
engine in an enclosed area that equipment in the passenger
has no fresh air ventilation. For compartment of the vehicle could
more information, see Engine cause injury. In a sudden stop or
1. Wheel Block Exhaust on page 9-25. collision, loose equipment could
2. Flat Tire strike someone. Store the tire
The following information explains sealant and compressor kit in its
how to repair or change a tire. { Warning original location.

Overinflating a tire could cause Tire sealant may not completely


the tire to rupture and you or seal a 305/35ZR20 tire below
others could be injured. Be sure –18° C (0° F).
to read and follow the tire sealant
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If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes:


compressor kit, there may not be a
spare tire or tire changing
equipment, and on some vehicles
there may not be a place to store
a tire.
The tire sealant and compressor
can be used to temporarily seal
punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in
the tread area of the tire. It can also
be used to inflate an
underinflated tire.
If the tire has been separated from 9. Power Plug
the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, 10. Air Only Hose
1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve
or has a large puncture, the tire is
too severely damaged for the tire 2. Sealant/Air Hose Tire Sealant
sealant and compressor kit to be 3. Base of Sealant Canister Read and follow the safe handling
effective. See Roadside Assistance instructions on the label adhered to
Program on page 13-5. 4. Tire Sealant Canister
the tire sealant canister (4).
Read and follow all of the tire 5. On/Off Button
Check the tire sealant expiration
sealant and compressor kit 6. Slot on Top of Compressor date on the tire sealant canister.
instructions. The tire sealant canister (4) should
7. Pressure Deflation Button
be replaced before its expiration
8. Pressure Gauge date. Replacement tire sealant
canisters are available at your local
dealer.
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There is only enough sealant to seal 1. Remove the tire sealant


one tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister (4) and compressor
canister must be replaced. from its storage location. See
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-79.
Compressor Kit to Temporarily
Seal and Inflate a 2. Remove the air only hose (10)
and the power plug (9) from the
Punctured Tire bottom of the compressor.
When using the tire sealant and
3. Place the compressor on the
compressor kit during cold
ground near the flat tire.
temperatures, warm the kit in a
heated environment for five minutes.
This will help to inflate the tire 5. Slide the base of the tire sealant
faster. canister (3) into the slot on the
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire top of the compressor (6) to hold
and wheel damage by driving slowly it upright.
to a level place. Turn on the hazard Make sure the tire valve stem is
warning flashers. See Hazard positioned close to the ground
Warning Flashers on page 6-4. so the hose will reach it.
See If a Tire Goes Flat on 6. Remove the valve stem cap from
page 10-70 for other important the flat tire by turning it
safety warnings. counterclockwise.
Do not remove any objects that
have penetrated the tire. 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to
the sealant canister inlet
valve (1) by turning it clockwise
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8. Plug the power plug (9) into the pressure will quickly drop and
accessory power outlet in the start to rise again as the tire
vehicle. Unplug all items from inflates with air only.
other accessory power outlets. 11. Inflate the tire to the
See Power Outlets on page 5-5. recommended inflation
If the vehicle has an accessory pressure using the pressure
power outlet, do not use the gauge (8). The recommended
cigarette lighter. inflation pressure can be found
If the vehicle only has a cigarette on the Tire and Loading
lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Information label. See Tire
Pressure on page 10-56.
Do not pinch the power plug
cord in the door or window. The pressure gauge (8) may
7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) to read higher than the actual tire
the tire valve stem by turning it 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle pressure while the compressor
clockwise until tight. must be running while using the is on. Turn the compressor off
air compressor. to get an accurate pressure
10. Press the on/off button (5) to reading. The compressor may
turn the tire sealant and be turned on/off until the
compressor kit on. correct pressure is reached.
The compressor will inject
sealant and air into the tire. { Caution
The pressure gauge (8) will If the recommended pressure
initially show a high pressure cannot be reached after
while the compressor pushes approximately 25 minutes, the
the sealant into the tire. Once vehicle should not be driven
the sealant
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13. Unplug the power plug (9) from


Caution (Continued) the accessory power outlet in
the vehicle.
farther. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2)
compressor kit cannot inflate the counterclockwise to remove it
tire. Remove the power plug from from the tire valve stem.
20. If the flat tire was able to inflate
the accessory power outlet and 15. Replace the tire valve
to the recommended inflation
unscrew the inflating hose from stem cap.
pressure, remove the
the tire valve. See Roadside 16. Remove the tire sealant maximum speed label from the
Assistance Program on canister (4) from the slot on top sealant canister and place it in
page 13-5. of the compressor (6). a highly visible location.
17. Turn the air only hose (10) Do not exceed the speed on
12. Press the on/off button (5) to counterclockwise to remove it this label until the damaged tire
turn the tire sealant and from the tire sealant canister is repaired or replaced.
compressor kit off. inlet valve (1).
21. Return the equipment to its
The tire is not sealed and will 18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) original storage location in the
continue to leak air until the clockwise onto the sealant vehicle.
vehicle is driven and the canister inlet valve (1) to
sealant is distributed in the tire. 22. Immediately drive the vehicle
prevent sealant leakage.
Therefore, Steps 13–21 must 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the
be done immediately after 19. Return the air only hose (10) sealant in the tire.
Step 12. and power plug (9) back to
their original storage location.
Be careful while handling the
tire sealant and compressor kit
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23. Stop at a safe location and 24. Wipe off any sealant from the Using the Tire Sealant and
check the tire pressure. Refer wheel, tire, or vehicle. Compressor Kit without
to Steps 1–10 under “Using the 25. Dispose of the used tire Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not
Tire Sealant and Compressor sealant canister (4) at a local Punctured)
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a dealer or in accordance with
Tire (Not Punctured).” The kit includes:
local state codes and practices.
If the tire pressure has fallen 26. Replace it with a new canister
more than 68 kPa (10 psi) available from your dealer.
below the recommended
inflation pressure, stop driving 27. After temporarily sealing a tire
the vehicle. The tire is too using the tire sealant and
severely damaged and the tire compressor kit, take the
sealant cannot seal the tire. vehicle to an authorized dealer
See Roadside Assistance within 161 km (100 mi) of
Program on page 13-5. driving to have the tire repaired
or replaced.
If the tire pressure has not
dropped more than 68 kPa
(10 psi) from the recommended
inflation pressure, inflate the 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve
tire to the recommended
inflation pressure. 2. Sealant/Air Hose
3. Base of Sealant Canister
4. Tire Sealant Canister
5. On/Off Button
6. Slot on Top of Compressor
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8. Pressure Gauge 1. Remove the compressor from its 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the
storage location. See Storing the accessory power outlet in the
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit vehicle. Unplug all items from
on page 10-79. other accessory power outlets.
2. Remove the air only hose (10) See Power Outlets on page 5-5.
and the power plug (9) from the If the vehicle has an accessory
bottom of the compressor. power outlet, do not use the
3. Place the compressor on the cigarette lighter.
ground near the flat tire. If the vehicle only has a cigarette
Make sure the tire valve stem is lighter, use the cigarette lighter.
positioned close to the ground Do not pinch the power plug
so the hose will reach it. cord in the door or window.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
9. Power Plug the flat tire by turning it must be running while using the
10. Air Only Hose counterclockwise. air compressor.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to 8. Press the on/off button (5) to
and wheel damage by driving slowly the tire valve stem by turning it turn the tire sealant and
to a level place. Turn on the hazard clockwise until tight. compressor kit on.
warning flashers. See Hazard The compressor will inflate the
Warning Flashers on page 6-4. tire with air only.
See If a Tire Goes Flat on
page 10-70 for other important
safety warnings.

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9. Inflate the tire to the 14. Return the air only hose (10)
recommended inflation pressure Caution (Continued) and power plug (9) back to
using the pressure gauge (8). their original storage location.
The recommended inflation tire. Remove the power plug from
the accessory power outlet and 15. Return the equipment to its
pressure can be found on the original storage location in the
Tire and Loading Information unscrew the inflating hose from
the tire valve. See Roadside vehicle.
label. See Tire Pressure on
page 10-56. Assistance Program on The tire sealant and compressor kit
page 13-5. has accessory adapters located in a
The pressure gauge (8) may compartment on the bottom of its
read higher than the actual tire housing that can be used to inflate
pressure while the compressor is 10. Press the on/off button (5) to
air mattresses, balls, etc.
on. Turn the compressor off to turn the tire sealant and
get an accurate pressure compressor kit off.
reading. The compressor may Storing the Tire Sealant
Be careful while handling the
be turned on/off until the correct compressor as it could be
and Compressor Kit
pressure is reached. warm after usage. The tire sealant and compressor kit
11. Unplug the power plug (9) from is in a case in the trunk.
{ Caution the accessory power outlet in 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on
If the recommended pressure the vehicle. page 2-9.
cannot be reached after 12. Turn the air only hose (10) 2. Remove the carpet.
approximately 25 minutes, the counterclockwise to remove it
vehicle should not be driven from the tire valve stem.
farther. The tire is too severely 13. Replace the tire valve
damaged and the tire sealant and stem cap.
compressor kit cannot inflate the
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3. Turn the center retainer 4. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Remove the compressor (1) and
counterclockwise to remove the compressor kit case. the sealant canister (2).
cover. 5. Open the case. To store the tire sealant and
compressor kit, reverse the steps.

Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
Spare Tire
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on
page 2-9.
2. Remove the carpet.
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3. Turn the center retainer Coin/Pierce Jack with Two-Piece Hex-Head Jack with Three-Piece
counterclockwise to remove the Wrench Wrench
spare tire cover. 1. Tool Container 1. Tool Container
4. Remove the spare tire and place 2. Two-Piece Wrench 2. Three-Piece Wrench
it next to the tire being changed.
3. Strap 3. Strap
Tools
4. Jack Handle Extension 4. Hex Head Jack
The jack and tools are stored below
the spare tire. 5. Coin/Pierce Jack

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Removing the Flat Tire and


Installing the Spare Tire { Caution
1. Do a safety check before Make sure that the jack lift head
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes is in the correct position or you
Flat on page 10-70 for more may damage your vehicle. The
information. repairs would not be covered by
2. If the vehicle has wheel bolt your warranty.
caps, remove the caps. Store
the caps with the wheel cover.

1. Tool Container
2. Jack
3. End of the Jack
1. Turn the end of the jack (3)
counterclockwise to loosen it.
Remove the jack (2) from the
retaining bracket.
2. Remove the tool container (1).
3. Remove the tools and tire strap
from the tool container. 3. Use the fully extended wheel
4. Place the tools next to the tire wrench to loosen all the wheel
being changed. nuts one-half turn
counterclockwise. Do not
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4. Position the jack lift head at the 5. If you have a coin/pierce jack,
jack location nearest the flat tire. Warning (Continued) attach the jack handle extension
The location is indicated by a to the jack by sliding the hook
mark on the bottom edge of the appropriate safety equipment and through the end of the jack and
vehicle. The jack must not be training. If a jack is provided with insert the other end of the jack
used in any other position. the vehicle, it is designed only for handle into the wrench.
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
Raise the jack until it engages anything else, you or others could If you have a hex head jack,
with the jacking point. be badly injured or killed if the place the hex tube end of the
wrench over the hex head of
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
{ Warning is provided with the vehicle, only
the jack.
use it for changing a flat tire.
Getting under a vehicle when it is
lifted on a jack is dangerous.
If the vehicle slips off the jack,
you could be badly injured or { Warning
killed. Never get under a vehicle
when it is supported only by Raising the vehicle with the jack
a jack. improperly positioned can
damage the vehicle and even
make the vehicle fall. To help
avoid personal injury and vehicle
{ Warning damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
head into the proper location
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
before raising the vehicle.
it to do maintenance or repairs is
dangerous without the
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6. Raise the vehicle by turning the


wrench clockwise until the { Warning
vehicle is far enough off the
ground to allow enough room for Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
the compact spare tire to fit parts to which it is fastened, can
under the vehicle. make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
Keep the hook parallel to the off and cause an accident. When
ground. The wrench may need changing a wheel, remove any
to be removed and repositioned
rust or dirt from places where the
to continue turning it.
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
Coin/Pierce Jack and Wrench towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.

7. Remove all of the wheel nuts


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10. Reinstall the wheel nuts with 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in
the rounded end of the nuts a crisscross sequence, as
toward the wheel. Tighten each shown.
nut as much as possible using
the wheel wrench until the
wheel is held firmly against
{ Warning
the hub. Wheel nuts that are improperly or
Use your free hand to prevent incorrectly tightened can cause
the wheel from turning while the wheels to become loose or
you are tightening. come off. The wheel nuts should
be tightened with a torque wrench
11. Lower the vehicle by turning
to the proper torque specification
the wrench counterclockwise.
8. Remove any rust or dirt from the after replacing. Follow the torque
Lower the jack completely.
wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, specification supplied by the
and spare wheel. aftermarket manufacturer when
using accessory locking wheel
9. Place the compact spare tire on
the wheel-mounting surface. nuts. See Capacities and
Specifications on page 12-2 for
original equipment wheel nut
{ Warning torque specifications.
Never use oil or grease on bolts
or nuts because the nuts might
come loose. The vehicle's wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.

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To store a flat or spare tire and 6. Route the strap provided, as


{ Caution tools: shown, to secure the flat tire.
Improperly tightened wheel nuts 1. Return the jack and tools as they The compact spare tire is for
can lead to brake pulsation and were originally stored in the temporary use only. Replace the
rotor damage. To avoid expensive trunk. compact spare with a full-size tire as
brake repairs, evenly tighten the 2. Return the spare tire cover as it soon as possible.
wheel nuts in the proper was in the trunk.
sequence and to the proper Compact Spare Tire
3. Install the retainer nut and turn it
torque specification. See clockwise until tight.
Capacities and Specifications for
4. Return the rear trunk carpet.
{ Warning
the wheel nut torque specification.
5. Place the flat tire face up on the Driving with more than one
load floor. compact spare tire at a time could
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire result in loss of braking and
and Tools handling. This could lead to a
crash and you or others could be
{ Warning injured. Use only one compact
spare tire at a time.
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
equipment in the passenger
compartment of the vehicle could If this vehicle has a compact spare
cause injury. In a sudden stop or tire, it was fully inflated when new;
however, it can lose air over time.
collision, loose equipment could
Check the inflation pressure
strike someone. Store all these in
regularly. It should be 420 kPa
the proper place. (60 psi).
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Stop as soon as possible and check Jump Starting


that the spare tire is correctly { Caution
inflated after being installed on the For more information about the
vehicle. The compact spare tire is When the compact spare is vehicle battery, see Battery on
designed for temporary use only. installed, do not take the vehicle page 10-33.
The vehicle will perform differently through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact If the battery has run down, try to
with the spare tire installed and it is use another vehicle and some
recommended that the vehicle spare can get caught on the rails
jumper cables to start your vehicle.
speed be limited to 80 km/h which can damage the tire, wheel,
Be sure to use the following steps to
(50 mph). To conserve the tread of and other parts of the vehicle.
do it safely.
the spare tire, have the standard tire
repaired or replaced as soon as
convenient and return the spare tire
Do not use the compact spare on
other vehicles.
{ Warning
to the storage area.
Do not mix the compact spare tire or Batteries can hurt you. They can
When using a compact spare tire, wheel with other wheels or tires. be dangerous because:
the ABS and Traction Control They will not fit. Keep the spare tire . They contain acid that can
systems may engage until the spare and its wheel together. burn you.
tire is recognized by the vehicle,
especially on slippery roads. Adjust . They contain gas that can
driving to reduce possible { Caution explode or ignite.
wheel slip. . They contain enough
Tire chains will not fit the compact
spare. Using them can damage electricity to burn you.
the vehicle and the chains. Do not If you do not follow these steps
use tire chains on the compact exactly, some or all of these
spare. things can hurt you.

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The jump start remote positive (1) 3. Set the parking brake firmly.
{ Caution and negative (2) terminals are in the Vehicles with an automatic
engine compartment on the driver transmission should be in
Ignoring these steps could result side of the vehicle. P (Park). See Shifting Into Park
in costly damage to the vehicle on page 9-22. Vehicles with a
that would not be covered by the These terminals are used instead of
a direct connection to the battery. manual transmission should be
vehicle warranty. Trying to start in Neutral. See Parking (Manual
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it The positive jump start connection Transmission) on page 9-24.
will not work, and it could damage is covered by a red cap. Remove to
the vehicle. expose the terminal.
{ Caution
1. Check the other vehicle. It must
have a 12-volt battery with a If any accessories are left on or
negative ground system. plugged in during the jump
starting procedure, they could be
{ Caution damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
If the other vehicle does not have warranty. Whenever possible, turn
a 12-volt system with a negative off or unplug all accessories on
ground, both vehicles can be either vehicle when jump starting.
damaged. Only use a vehicle that
has a 12-volt system with a 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF
negative ground for jump starting. and switch off all lights and
accessories in both vehicles,
1. Remote Positve (+) Terminal 2. Position the two vehicles so that except the hazard warning
they are not touching. flashers if needed.
2. Remote Negative (-) Terminal
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6. Connect the other end of the red


{ Warning Warning (Continued) positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the good
An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that battery.
when the engine is not running first. If you do not, explosive gas
and can injure you. Keep hands, could be present. 7. Connect one end of the black
clothing and tools away from any negative (–) cable to the
Battery fluid contains acid that negative (–) terminal of the good
underhood electric fan. can burn you. Do not get it on battery.
you. If you accidentally get it in
8. Connect the other end of the
your eyes or on your skin, flush
black negative (–) cable to the
{ Warning the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
negative (–) post.
Using a match near a battery can 9. Start the engine in the vehicle
cause battery gas to explode. with the good battery and run
People have been hurt doing this, the engine at idle speed for at
and some have been blinded. { Warning least four minutes.
Use a flashlight if you need more Fans or other moving engine 10. Try to start the vehicle that had
light. parts can injure you badly. Keep the dead battery. If it will not
Be sure the battery has enough your hands away from moving start after a few tries, it
probably needs service.
water. You do not need to add parts once the engine is running.
water to the battery installed in
your new vehicle. But if a battery 5. Connect one end of the red
{ Caution
has filler caps, be sure the right positive (+) cable to the jump If the jumper cables are
amount of fluid is there. If it is low, start positive (+) post. connected or removed in the
(Continued) wrong order, electrical shorting
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Caution (Continued) Towing the Vehicle


may occur and damage the { Caution
vehicle. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Incorrectly towing a disabled
Always connect and remove the vehicle may cause damage. The
jumper cables in the correct order, damage would not be covered by
making sure that the cables do the vehicle warranty. Do not lash
not touch each other or other or hook to the chassis
metal. components — including the front
and rear subframes, suspension
control arms, and links — during
Jumper Cable Removal Due to low ramp angles on the ZL1,
towing and recovery of a disabled
Reverse the sequence exactly when use care when loading the vehicle
vehicle, or when securing the
removing the jumper cables. onto a flatbed carrier. Front spring
vehicle to a flatbed car carrier.
spacers were provided for lifting the
Use the proper nylon strap front suspension if more clearance
harnesses around the tires to is necessary when towing.
secure them to the flatbed car
carrier. Consult your dealer or a
professional towing service if the
disabled vehicle must be towed.
Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed
car carrier. A wheel lift tow truck To tow the vehicle behind another
could damage the vehicle. vehicle for recreational purposes,
such as behind a motor home, see
“Recreational Vehicle Towing”
following.
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Recreational Vehicle Appearance Care Caution (Continued)


Towing
Exterior Care products can be obtained from
{ Caution Locks
your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding
Dolly towing or dinghy towing the Locks are lubricated at the factory. correct product usage, necessary
vehicle may cause damage Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and
because of reduced ground absolutely necessary, and have the appropriate disposal of any
clearance. Always put the vehicle locks greased after using. See vehicle care product.
on a flatbed truck or trailer. Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-12.
The vehicle was neither designed
nor intended to be towed with any of
Washing the Vehicle { Caution
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
its wheels on the ground. If the Avoid using high-pressure
wash it often and out of direct
vehicle must be towed, see Towing washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
sunlight.
the Vehicle on page 10-90. to the surface of the vehicle. Use
of power washers exceeding
{ Caution 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
Do not use petroleum-based, in damage or removal of paint
acidic, or abrasive cleaning and decals.
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic This symbol e is on any
parts. If damage occurs, it would underhood compartment electrical
not be covered by the vehicle center that should not be power
warranty. Approved cleaning
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washed. This could cause damage Dry the finish with a soft, clean Do not apply waxes or polishes to
that would not be covered by the chamois or an all-cotton towel to uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber,
vehicle warranty. avoid surface scratches and water decals, simulated wood, or flat paint
spotting. as damage can occur.
{ Caution Finish Care
If equipped with the 1LE or ZL1 Application of aftermarket clearcoat
{ Caution
package, or any accessory sealant/wax materials is not Machine compounding or
ground effects package, do not recommended. If painted surfaces aggressive polishing on a
use an automatic car wash. are damaged, see your dealer to basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
These vehicles have reduced have the damage assessed and may damage it. Use only
ground clearance and could be repaired. Foreign materials such as non-abrasive waxes and polishes
damaged. calcium chloride and other salts, ice that are made for a basecoat/
melting agents, road oil and tar, tree clearcoat paint finish on the
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from vehicle.
If using an automatic car wash, industrial chimneys, etc., can
comply with the car wash damage the vehicle's finish if they
instructions. The windshield wiper remain on painted surfaces. Wash To keep the paint finish looking new,
and rear window wiper, if equipped, the vehicle as soon as possible. keep the vehicle garaged or
must be off. Remove any If necessary, use non-abrasive covered whenever possible.
accessories that may be damaged cleaners that are marked safe for
or interfere with the car wash painted surfaces to remove foreign
equipment. matter.
Rinse the vehicle well, before Occasional hand waxing or mild
washing and after, to remove all polishing should be done to remove
cleaning agents completely. If they residue from the paint finish. See
are allowed to dry on the surface, your dealer for approved cleaning
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Protecting Exterior Bright Metal


. Use a cleaning solution Hood Air Extractor
Moldings approved for aluminum. Some
cleaners are highly acidic or
contain alkaline substances and
{ Caution can damage the moldings.
Failure to clean and protect the . Always dilute a concentrated
bright metal moldings can result cleaner according to the
in a hazy white finish or pitting. manufacturer’s instructions.
This damage would not be . Do not use chrome cleaners.
covered by the vehicle warranty.
. Do not use cleaners that are not
intended for automotive use.
The bright metal moldings on the
vehicle are aluminum. To prevent
. Use a nonabrasive wax on the
damage always follow these vehicle after washing to protect ZL1
cleaning instructions: and extend the molding finish.
. Be sure the molding is cool to
the touch before applying any
cleaning solution.

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It is not recommended that the air Convertible Top Care emblems. Follow instructions under
extractor on the ZL1, SS and 1LE "Washing the Vehicle" previously in
Frequently hand wash convertible
Performance Package be waxed, as this section.
tops with mild car wash soap. Never
it will change the gloss level of the Lamp covers are made of plastic,
use a stiff brush, steam, bleach,
surface. In addition, care must be and some have a UV protective
or aggressive cleaners.
used when waxing around the air coating.
If necessary, a soft brush can be
extractor. If a small amount of wax
used to remove dirt. When finished Use only lukewarm water, a soft
is applied to the extractor it can
cleaning, thoroughly rinse the fabric. cloth, and mild car washing soap to
create an irregular appearance in
Avoid automatic car washes with clean exterior lamps and lenses. Do
the surface of the panel. If wax,
overhead brushes or very high not clean or wipe them while they
debris, or other materials create
pressure sprays as they can cause are dry.
stains on the air extractor, see your
damage and leaking.
dealer for the recommended Do not use any of the following on
cleaner. Only lower the top when it is lamp covers:
completely dry and avoid leaving
The air extractor has vent screens . Abrasive or caustic agents.
the top lowered for extended
in the openings. Keep leaves or
periods of time to prevent excessive . Washer fluids and other cleaning
other debris out of the vent screens.
interior weathering. agents in higher concentrations
than suggested by the
{ Caution Avoid leaving large amounts of
snow on the top for extended manufacturer.
Pushing on the vent screens periods of time as damage may also . Solvents, alcohols, fuels,
could damage them. Do not push occur. or other harsh cleaners.
on the screens when clearing. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Ice scrapers or other hard items.
Lenses and Emblems . Aftermarket appearance caps or
There is a water deflector on the Use only lukewarm or cold water, a covers while the lamps are
underside of the air extractor. Do soft cloth, and a car washing soap illuminated, due to excessive
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Replace the wiper blades if they are


{ Caution worn or damaged. Damage can be { Caution
caused by extreme dusty
Failure to clean lamps properly conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, Using petroleum-based tire
can cause damage to the lamp snow and ice. dressing products on the vehicle
cover that would not be covered may damage the paint finish and/
by the vehicle warranty. Weatherstrips or tires. When applying a tire
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on dressing, always wipe off any
weatherstrips to make them last overspray from all painted
Air Intakes
longer, seal better, and not stick or surfaces on the vehicle.
Clear debris from the air intakes, squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at
between the hood and windshield, least once a year. Hot, dry climates
when washing the vehicle. Wheels and Trim — Aluminum
may require more frequent
or Chrome
Windshield and Wiper Blades application. Black marks from
rubber material on painted surfaces Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
Clean the outside of the windshield can be removed by rubbing with a soap and water to clean the wheels.
with glass cleaner. clean cloth. See Recommended After rinsing thoroughly with clean
Clean rubber blades using lint-free Fluids and Lubricants on water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
cloth or paper towel soaked with page 11-12. A wax may then be applied.
windshield washer fluid or a mild Tires
detergent. Wash the windshield { Caution
thoroughly when cleaning the Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and clean the tires. Chrome wheels and other chrome
a buildup of vehicle wash/wax trim may be damaged if the
treatments may cause wiper vehicle is not washed after driving
streaking. on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
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Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not


Caution (Continued) Chassis Components removed, rust and corrosion can
develop.
or sodium chloride. These Visually inspect front and rear
chlorides are used on roads for suspension and steering system for Sheet Metal Damage
conditions such as ice and dust. damaged, loose, or missing parts or
If the vehicle is damaged and
Always wash the chrome with signs of wear. Inspect the hydraulic
requires sheet metal repair or
soap and water after exposure. power steering for proper hook-up,
replacement, make sure the body
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
repair shop applies anti-corrosion
Visually check constant velocity
material to parts repaired or
joints, rubber boots, and axle seals
replaced to restore corrosion
{ Caution for leaks.
protection.
To avoid surface damage, do not Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement
use strong soaps, chemicals, Lubricate all key lock cylinders, parts will provide the corrosion
abrasive polishes, cleaners, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and protection while maintaining the
brushes, or cleaners that contain steel fuel door hinge unless the vehicle warranty.
acid on aluminum or components are plastic. Applying
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
Finish Damage
silicone grease on weatherstrips
approved cleaners. Also, never with a clean cloth will make them Quickly repair minor chips and
drive a vehicle with aluminum or last longer, seal better, and not stick scratches with touch-up materials
chrome-plated wheels through an or squeak. available from your dealer to avoid
automatic car wash that uses corrosion. Larger areas of finish
Underbody Maintenance damage can be corrected in your
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur At least twice a year, Spring and dealer's body and paint shop.
and the repairs would not be Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and
covered by the vehicle warranty. debris from the vehicle's underbody.
Your dealer or an underbody car
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Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for


. Never use a brush with stiff
cleaning the interior. Use cleaners bristles.
Airborne pollutants can fall upon
specifically designed for the . Never rub any surface
and attack painted vehicle surfaces
surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive
causing blotchy, ring-shaped
permanent damage. Apply all pressure.
discolorations, and small, irregular
cleaners directly to the cleaning
dark spots etched into the paint . Do not use laundry detergents or
cloth. Do not spray cleaners directly
surface. See “Finish Care” dishwashing soaps with
on any switches or controls.
previously in this section. degreasers. For liquid cleaners,
Cleaners should be removed
quickly. Never allow cleaners to use approximately 20 drops per
Interior Care remain on the surface being 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
cleaned for extended periods A concentrated soap solution will
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, leave a residue that creates
regularly clean the vehicle's interior. of time.
streaks and attracts dirt. Do not
Immediately remove any soils. Note Cleaners may contain solvents that use solutions that contain strong
that newspapers or dark garments can become concentrated in the or caustic soap.
that can transfer color to home interior. Before using cleaners, read
furnishings can also permanently and adhere to all safety instructions
. Do not heavily saturate the
transfer color to the vehicle's on the label. While cleaning the upholstery when cleaning.
interior. interior, maintain adequate . Do not use solvents or cleaners
Use a soft bristle brush to remove ventilation by opening the doors and containing solvents.
dust from knobs and crevices on the windows.
instrument cluster. Using a mild
Interior Glass
To prevent damage, do not clean
soap solution, immediately remove the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric
hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets
repellent from all interior surfaces or left behind with a clean dry cloth.
permanent damage may result.
. Never use a razor or any other Commercial glass cleaners may be
sharp object to remove a soil used, if necessary, after cleaning
from any
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Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the


{ Caution Start by vacuuming the surface
soil and gently rub toward the
center. Fold the cleaning cloth to
To prevent scratching, never use using a soft brush attachment. If a
a clean area frequently to
abrasive cleaners on automotive rotating brush attachment is being
prevent forcing the soil in to the
glass. Abrasive cleaners or used during vacuuming, only use it
fabric.
aggressive cleaning may damage on the floor carpet. Before cleaning,
the rear window defogger. gently remove as much of the soil 4. Continue gently rubbing the
as possible using one of the soiled area until there is no
following techniques: longer any color transfer from
Cleaning the windshield with water the soil to the cleaning cloth.
during the first three to six months
. Gently blot liquids with a paper
of ownership will reduce tendency towel. Continue blotting until no 5. If the soil is not completely
to fog. more soil can be removed. removed, use a mild soap
solution followed only by plain
. For solid soils, remove as much
Speaker Covers water.
as possible prior to vacuuming.
Vacuum around a speaker cover If the soil is not completely
To clean:
gently, so that the speaker will not removed, it may be necessary to
be damaged. Clean spots with just 1. Saturate a clean lint-free use a commercial upholstery
water and mild soap. colorfast cloth with water. cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small
Microfiber cloth is recommended hidden area for colorfastness before
Coated Moldings to prevent lint transfer to the using a commercial upholstery
Coated moldings should be cleaned. fabric or carpet. cleaner or spot lifter. If ring
2. Remove excess moisture by formation occurs, clean the entire
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a fabric or carpet.
sponge or soft lint-free cloth gently wringing until water does
dampened with water. not drip from the cleaning cloth. Following the cleaning process, a
paper towel can be used to blot
. When heavily soiled, use warm excess moisture.
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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather,


and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Caution (Continued)
Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and these solvents can permanently
For vehicles with high gloss Natural Open Pore Wood change the appearance and feel
surfaces or vehicle displays, use a Surfaces of leather or soft trim and are not
microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. Use a soft microfiber cloth recommended.
Before wiping the surface with the dampened with water to remove
microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle dust and loose dirt. For a more Do not use cleaners that increase
brush to remove dirt that could thorough cleaning, use a soft gloss, especially on the instrument
scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth dampened with a panel. Reflected glare can decrease
microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to mild soap solution. visibility through the windshield
clean. Never use window cleaners
under certain conditions.
or solvents. Periodically hand wash
the microfiber cloth separately,
{ Caution
using mild soap. Do not use bleach Soaking or saturating leather, { Caution
or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly especially perforated leather, as
and air dry before next use. Use of air fresheners may cause
well as other interior surfaces, permanent damage to plastics
may cause permanent damage. and painted surfaces. If an air
{ Caution Wipe excess moisture from these freshener comes in contact with
surfaces after cleaning and allow any plastic or painted surface in
Do not attach a device with a
them to dry naturally. Never use the vehicle, blot immediately and
suction cup to the display. This
heat, steam, spot lifters, or spot clean with a soft cloth dampened
may cause damage and would
removers. Do not use cleaners with a mild soap solution.
not be covered by the warranty.
that contain silicone or wax-based Damage caused by air fresheners
products. Cleaners containing would not be covered by the
(Continued) vehicle warranty.
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Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for
Convenience Net proper floor mat usage.
Wash with warm water and mild { Warning . The original equipment floor
mats were designed for your
detergent. Do not use chlorine
bleach. Rinse with cold water, and If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need
then dry completely. is not properly installed, it can replacing, it is recommended
interfere with the pedals. that GM certified floor mats be
Care of Safety Belts Interference with the pedals can purchased. Non-GM floor mats
Keep belts clean and dry. cause unintended acceleration may not fit properly and may
and/or increased stopping interefere with the pedals.
Always check that the floor mats
{ Warning distance which can cause a crash
and injury. Make sure the floor do not interfere with the pedals.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. mat does not interfere with the . Use the floor mat with the
It may severely weaken them. In pedals. correct side up. Do not turn
a crash, they might not be able to it over.
provide adequate protection. . Do not place anything on top of
Clean safety belts only with mild the driver side floor mat.
soap and lukewarm water. . Use only a single floor mat on
the driver side.
. Do not place one floor mat on
top of another.
Both floor mats are held in place by
two hook-type retainers.

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Removing and Replacing the


Floor Mats
1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to
remove it from the hooks.
2. Reinstall by lining up the floor
mat retainer openings over the
carpet retainers and hook into
position.
3. Make sure the floor mat is
properly secured and verify that
it does not interfere with the
pedals.

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2 NOTES

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Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place


for routine maintenance such as oil
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
changes and tire rotations and
additional maintenance items like
the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help blades.
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 protect against major repair

Maintenance Schedule
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may
{ Caution
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-2 also help to maintain the value of Damage caused by improper
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the maintenance can lead to costly
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application repairs and may not be covered
all required maintenance performed. by the vehicle warranty.
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Your dealer has trained technicians Maintenance intervals, checks,
Additional Maintenance who can perform required inspections, recommended fluids,
and Care maintenance using genuine and lubricants are important to
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have keep the vehicle in good working
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9 up-to-date tools and equipment for condition.
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy The Tire Rotation and Required
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online Services are the responsibility of the
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12 scheduling to assist with service vehicle owner. It is recommended to
Maintenance Replacement needs. have your dealer perform these
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-14 services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Your dealer recognizes the Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
Maintenance Records importance of providing keep the vehicle in good working
Maintenance Records . . . . . . 11-15 competitively priced maintenance condition, improves fuel economy,
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Because of the way people use


. Frequently towing a trailer.
vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
Maintenance
. Used for high speed or
There may need to be more competitive driving. Schedule
frequent checks and services. The
Additional Required Services -
. Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services
Normal are for vehicles that: service.
At Each Fuel Stop
. Carry passengers and cargo Refer to the information in the
Maintenance Schedule Additional
. Check the engine oil level. See
within recommended limits on Engine Oil on page 10-12.
the Tire and Loading Information Required Services - Severe chart.
label. See Vehicle Load Limits Once a Month
on page 9-12. { Warning . Check the tire inflation
. Are driven on reasonable road Performing maintenance work can pressures. See Tire Pressure on
surfaces within legal driving page 10-56.
be dangerous and can cause
limits. serious injury. Perform . Inspect the tires for wear. See
. Use the recommended fuel. See maintenance work only if the Tire Inspection on page 10-62.
Fuel on page 9-50. required information, proper tools, . Check the windshield washer
Refer to the information in the and equipment are available. fluid level. See Washer Fluid on
Maintenance Schedule Additional If they are not, see your dealer to page 10-30.
Required Services - Normal chart. have a trained technician do the
work. See Doing Your Own Engine Oil Change
The Additional Required Services -
Service Work on page 10-4. When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Severe are for vehicles that are:
SOON message displays, have the
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic engine oil and filter changed within
in hot weather. the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven
. Mainly driven in hilly or under the best conditions, the
mountainous terrain. engine oil life system might not
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for more than a year. The engine oil


. Check engine coolant level. See . Visually inspect steering,
and filter must be changed at least Engine Coolant on page 10-23. suspension, and chassis
once a year and the oil life system . Check windshield washer fluid components for damaged, loose,
must be reset. Your trained dealer level. See Washer Fluid on or missing parts or signs of
technician can perform this work. page 10-30. wear. See Exterior Care on
If the engine oil life system is reset page 10-91.
accidentally, service the vehicle
. Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
. Check restraint system
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the components. See Safety System
last service. Reset the oil life or contamination. See Exterior
Care on page 10-91. Replace Check on page 3-14.
system when the oil is changed.
See Engine Oil Life System on worn or damaged wiper blades. . Visually inspect fuel system for
page 10-15. See Wiper Blade Replacement damage or leaks.
on page 10-36. . Visually inspect exhaust system
Tire Rotation and Required . Check tire inflation pressures. and nearby heat shields for
Services Every 12 000 km/ See Tire Pressure on loose or damaged parts.
7,500 mi page 10-56. . Lubricate body components. See
Rotate the tires, if recommended for . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Exterior Care on page 10-91.
the vehicle, and perform the Inspection on page 10-62.
following services. See Tire
. Check starter switch. See Starter
. Visually check for fluid leaks. Switch Check on page 10-34.
Rotation on page 10-63.
. Check engine oil level and oil
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. . Check automatic transmission
life percentage. If needed, See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter shift lock control function. See
change engine oil and filter, and (Except ZL1) on page 10-17 or Automatic Transmission Shift
reset oil life system. See Engine Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 Lock Control Function Check on
Oil on page 10-12 and Engine Only) on page 10-18. page 10-35.
Oil Life System on page 10-15. . Inspect brake system. . Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
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. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10-35.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
. Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit on
page 10-72.
. Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof on
page 2-18.

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Additional Required Services

1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi

2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi

3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi

4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi

6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi

7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi

8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi

9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi

1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi

1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi

1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi

1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi

1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi

1 6 8 0 0 0 k m /1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi

1 9 2 0 0 0 k m /1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi

2 0 4 0 0 0 k m /1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi

2 1 6 0 0 0 k m /1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi

2 2 8 0 0 0 k m /1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi

2 4 0 0 0 0 k m /1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m /11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Normal
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Except ZL1: Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
ZL1 Only: Replace engine air cleaner filter. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Except ZL1: Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark
plug wires.
@
ZL1 Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark
plug wires.
@ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. Change
filter if serviceable.
@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace rear axle fluid. @ @ @
Replace brake fluid. (6) @
Replace clutch fluid. (6) @

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Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every 10 years, whichever
Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying,
Services - Normal routing, and condition. excessive cracking, or damage;
(1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever replace, if needed.
comes first. More frequent comes first. (6) Or every 10 years, whichever
replacement may be needed if the comes first.
(4) Or every five years, whichever
vehicle is driven in areas with heavy comes first. See Cooling System
traffic, areas with poor air quality, (Except ZL1 Engine) on page 10-20
or areas with high dust levels.
or Cooling System (ZL1 Engine
Replacement may also be needed if
Only) on page 10-21 or Cooling
there is a reduction in air flow, System (Intercooler) on page 10-22.
excessive window fogging, or odors.

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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi

2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi

3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi

4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi

6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi

7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi

8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi

9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi

1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi

1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi

1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi

1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi

1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi

1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi

1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi

2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi

2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi

2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi

2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Except ZL1: Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
ZL1 Only: Replace engine air cleaner filter. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. Change
filter if serviceable.
@ @ @
Change manual transmission fluid. @ @ @
Except ZL1: Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark
plug wires.
@
ZL1 Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark
plug wires.
@ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace rear axle fluid. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace brake fluid. (6) @
Replace clutch fluid. (6) @

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Footnotes — Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application


Schedule Additional Required comes first.
Services - Severe (4) Or every five years, whichever
Services
(1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System . Severe Commercial Use
comes first. More frequent (Except ZL1 Engine) on page 10-20 Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis
replacement may be needed if the or Cooling System (ZL1 Engine components every 5 000 km/
vehicle is driven in areas with heavy Only) on page 10-21 or Cooling 3,000 mi.
traffic, areas with poor air quality, System (Intercooler) on page 10-22. . Have underbody flushing service
or areas with high dust levels.
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever performed. See "Underbody
Replacement may also be needed if
comes first. Inspect for fraying, Maintenance" in Exterior Care
there is a reduction in air flow,
excessive cracking, or damage; on page 10-91.
excessive window fogging, or odors.
replace, if needed.
(2) Check all fuel and vapor lines
(6) Or every 10 years, whichever
and hoses for proper hook-up,
comes first.
routing, and condition.

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. To avoid break-down or failure to . Trained dealer technicians have
Additional start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment
Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and
. Trained dealer technicians have recommend quality parts
Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
investment and caring for it properly the diagnostic equipment to test
may help to avoid future costly the battery and ensure that the Fluids
repairs. To maintain vehicle connections and cables are
corrosion-free. Proper fluid levels and approved
performance, additional fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
maintenance services may be Belts and components. See
required. Recommended Fluids and
. Belts may need replacing if they
It is recommended that your dealer squeak or show signs of Lubricants on page 11-12 for GM
perform these services — their cracking or splitting. approved fluids.
trained dealer technicians know . Engine oil and windshield
your vehicle best. Your dealer can
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment washer fluid levels should be
also perform a thorough checked at every fuel fill.
assessment with a multi-point to inspect the belts and
inspection to recommend when your recommend adjustment or . Instrument cluster lights may
vehicle may need attention. replacement when necessary. come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
The following list is intended to Brakes filled.
explain the services and conditions Brakes stop the vehicle and are
to look for that may indicate crucial to safe driving. Hoses
services are required. Hoses transport fluids and should
. Signs of brake wear may include
Battery chirping, grinding, or squealing be regularly inspected to ensure
noises, or difficulty stopping. that there are no cracks or leaks.
The battery supplies power to start With a multi-point inspection, your
the engine and operate any dealer can inspect the hoses and
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Lamps
. As part of the multi-point . Trained dealer technicians can
inspection, trained dealer inspect and recommend the right
Properly working headlamps, technicians can visually inspect tires. Your dealer can also
taillamps, and brake lamps are the shocks and struts for signs provide tire/wheel balancing
important to see and be seen on of leaking, blown seals, services to ensure smooth
the road. or damage, and can advise vehicle operation at all speeds.
. Signs that the headlamps need when service is needed. Your dealer sells and services
attention include dimming, failure name brand tires.
Tires
to light, cracking, or damage.
Tires need to be properly inflated, Vehicle Care
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure rotated, and balanced. Maintaining To help keep the vehicle looking like
that they light when braking. the tires can save money and fuel, new, vehicle care products are
and can reduce the risk of tire available from your dealer. For
. With a multi-point inspection,
failure. information on how to clean and
your dealer can check the lamps
. Signs that the tires need to be protect the vehicle’s interior and
and note any concerns.
replaced include three or more exterior, see Interior Care on
Shocks and Struts visible treadwear indicators; cord page 10-97 and Exterior Care on
or fabric showing through the page 10-91.
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride. rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
. Signs of wear may include
split in the tire.
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.

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Wheel Alignment Wiper Blades


Wheel alignment is critical for Wiper blades need to be cleaned
ensuring that the tires deliver and kept in good condition to
optimal wear and performance. provide a clear view.
. Signs that the alignment may . Signs of wear include streaking,
need to be adjusted include skipping across the windshield,
pulling, improper vehicle and worn or split rubber.
handling, or unusual tire wear. . Trained dealer technicians can
. Your dealer has the required check the wiper blades and
equipment to ensure proper replace them when needed.
wheel alignment.
Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
recommend proper replacement
if needed.

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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts


Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE
viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See
Engine Oil on page 10-12.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See Engine Coolant on page 10-23.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in
Canada 19299819).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
Hydraulic Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in
Canada 19299819).
Hydraulic Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89020661, in
Canada 89021186).
Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission See your dealer.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Automatic Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 (GM Part No. 88900401, in
Transmission) Canada 89021678).
Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Manual Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip (GM Part No. 88900401 and
Transmission) Limited Slip Additive 88900330, in Canada 89021678 and Limited Slip
Additive 00992694).
Rear Axle (SS) Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip (GM Part No. 88900401 and
Limited Slip Additive 88900330, in Canada 89021678 and Limited Slip
Additive 00992694).
Rear Axle (ZL1) Rear Differential Fluid Dextron LS Gear 75W-90 (GM Part No. 88862624,
in Canada 88862625).
Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in
Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).

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Maintenance Replacement Parts


Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (except ZL1) 92196275 A3137C
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1) 92229651 A3177C
Engine Oil Filter
3.6L V6 Engine 25177917 PF2129
6.2L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 92234714 CF178
Spark Plugs
3.6L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109
6.2L V8 Engine (L99 or LS3) 12621258 41-110
6.2L V8 Engine (LSA) 12571165 41-104
Wiper Blades
Driver Side 92231676 —
Passenger Side 92231677 —

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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
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Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading

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Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading

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Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading

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Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification


The eighth character in the VIN is
Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the vehicle's engine,
Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 parts. See “Engine Specifications”
Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 on page 12-2 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Vehicle Data
Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Service Parts
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-5 Identification Label
This label, in the trunk, has the
following information:
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).
. Model designation.
This legal identifier is in the front . Paint information.
corner of the instrument panel, on .
the left side of the vehicle. It can be Production options and special
seen through the windshield from equipment.
outside. The VIN also appears on Do not remove this label from the
the Vehicle Certification and Service vehicle.
Parts labels and certificates of title
and registration.
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Vehicle Data

Capacities and Specifications


Capacities
Application
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and
charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the
hood. See your dealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System
3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) Automatic Transmission 10.2 L 10.8 qt
3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) Manual Transmission 10.6 L 11.2 qt
6.2L V8 Engine (L99) Automatic Transmission 10.8 L 11.4 qt
6.2L V8 Engine (LS3) Manual Transmission 11.2 L 11.8 qt
6.2L V8 Engine (LSA) 10.9 L 11.5 qt
Cooling System — Intercooler (ZL1) 2.3 L 2.4 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) 5.7 L 6.0 qt
6.2L V8 Engine 7.6 L 8.0 qt
Fuel Tank 71.0 L 18.8 gal
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Capacities
Application
Metric English
Rear Axle Fluid
V6 Engine 6–Speed Automatic 0.9 L 1.0 qt
V6 Engine 6–Speed Manual* 0.9 L 1.0 qt
V8 Engine* (L99 or LS3) 0.9 L 1.0 qt
V8 Engine (LSA) 2.0 L 2.1 qt
Transmission Fluid
Automatic — V6 and V8 (Pan Removal and Filter 6.3 L 6.7 qt
Replacement)**
V6 Engine 6–Speed Manual 1.8 L 1.9 qt
V8 Engine SS 6–Speed Manual 3.9 L 4.2 qt
V8 Engine ZL1 6–Speed Manual 4.4 L 4.6 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y 110 lb ft
*Add 3.3 oz. (98 mL) of friction modifier to the specified quantity of axle lubricant.
**See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10-16 for information on checking fluid level.
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

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Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.6L V6 (LFX) 3 Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
Manual 0.043 in)
6.2L V8 (L99) J Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
6.2L V8 (LS3) W Manual 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
6.2L V8 (LSA) P Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
Manual 0.043 in)

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Engine Drive Belt Routing

6.2L V8 Engines (L99 or LS3) 6.2L V8 Engines (LSA)


3.6L V6 Engine

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2 NOTES

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Customer Reporting Safety Defects


Reporting Safety Defects to
Customer Information
Information the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12 Customer Satisfaction
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure
Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13 important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns
Customer Assistance General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
with the sales transaction or the
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-3 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 13-4
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . 13-4 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . 13-14 of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . 13-15 been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service Radio Frequency
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7 Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . 13-15 STEP ONE: Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation Radio Frequency with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7 Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . 13-9 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Service Publications If the matter has already been
Ordering Information . . . . . . 13-11 reviewed with the sales, service,
or parts manager, contact the owner
of your dealership or the general
manager.
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STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the
member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you
it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's may reject it and proceed with any
resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest other venue for relief available
further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. to you.
Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: You may contact the BBB Auto Line
Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free
Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at
Canada Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied the following address:
1-800-263-3777 (English), with your new vehicle. However,
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). BBB Auto Line Program
if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus,
We encourage you to call the after following the procedure Inc.
toll-free number in order to give your outlined in Steps One and Two, you 4200 Wilson Boulevard
inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business Suite 800
following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program Arlington, VA 22203-1838
give the Customer Assistance to enforce your rights.
representative: Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
The BBB Auto Line Program is an www.dr.bbb.org/goauto
. Vehicle Identification out-of-court program administered
Number (VIN). This is available by the Council of Better Business This program is available in all
from the vehicle registration or Bureaus to settle automotive 50 states and the District of
title, or the plate at the top left of disputes regarding vehicle repairs or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
the instrument panel and visible the interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other
through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves
be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility
. Dealership name and location. limitations and/or discontinue its
dispute resolution program prior to
. Vehicle delivery date and filing a court action, use of the participation in this program.
present mileage. program is free of charge and your
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STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance


Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor
not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP),
Offices
addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to
procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for
and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer
Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet,
participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to:
Mediation/Arbitration Program. The Mediation/Arbitration Program
General Motors of Canada Limited United States and Puerto Rico
c/o Customer Care Centre
has committed to binding arbitration General Motors of Canada Limited Chevrolet Motor Division
of owner disputes involving Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Chevrolet Customer Assistance
factory-related vehicle service 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Center
claims. The program provides for Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 P.O. Box 33170
the review of the facts involved by Detroit, MI 48232-5170
an impartial third party arbiter, and Your inquiry should be accompanied www.Chevrolet.com
may include an informal hearing by the Vehicle Identification
before the arbiter. The program is Number (VIN). 1-800-222-1020
designed so that the entire dispute 1-800-833-2438 (For Text
settlement process, from the time Telephone Devices (TTYs))
you file your complaint to the final Roadside Assistance:
decision, should be completed in 1-800-243-8872
about 70 days. We believe our From U.S. Virgin Islands:
impartial program offers advantages 1-800-496-9994
over courts in most jurisdictions
because it is informal, quick, and
free of charge.
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Canada Assistance Center. Any TTY user in I (Service History): View


the U.S. can communicate with printable dealer-recorded service
General Motors of Canada Limited
Chevrolet by dialing: records and self-recorded service
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in records.
CA1-163-005
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
1908 Colonel Sam Drive D (Preferred Dealer
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Information): Select a preferred
www.gm.ca Online Owner Center dealer and view dealer location,
1-800-263-3777 (English) Online Owner Experience maps, phone numbers, and hours.
1-800-263-7854 (French) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com J (Warranty Tracking
1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle’s
The Chevrolet online owner
Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information.
experience is a one-stop resource
Roadside Assistance:
1-800-268-6800
that allows interaction with J (Recall Information): View
Chevrolet and keeps important active recalls or search by Vehicle
Overseas vehicle-specific information in one Identification Number (VIN). See
place. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Please contact the local General
on page 12-1.
Motors Business Unit. Membership Benefits
E (Vehicle Information): H (Other Account Information):
Customer Assistance for View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite
Download owner manuals and view
radio, and OnStar account
Text Telephone (TTY) vehicle-specific how-to videos.
information.
Users G (Maintenance Information): F (Live Chat Support): Chat live
View maintenance schedules,
To assist customers who are deaf, with online help representatives.
required alerts, OnStar onboard
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired Visit my.chevrolet.com to register
vehicle diagnostic information, and
and who use Text Telephones
schedule service appointments. your vehicle.
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY
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Chevrolet Owner Centre GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has


(Canada) chevroletowner.ca a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca
Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483)
Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call
Centre: 1-800-263-3830.
. Chat live with online help
representatives. Roadside Assistance
. Use the Vehicle Tools section. Program
. Access third party enthusiast For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call
sites and social media networks. This program is available to 1-800-243-8872; (Text Telephone
. Locate owner resources such as qualified applicants for cost (TTY): 1-888-889-2438).
lease-end, financing, and reimbursement of eligible For Canadian-purchased vehicles,
warranty information. aftermarket adaptive equipment call 1-800-268-6800.
. required for the vehicle, such as
Retrieve your favorite articles, Service is available 24 hours a day,
hand controls or a wheelchair/
quizzes, tips, and multimedia 365 days a year.
scooter lift for the vehicle.
galleries organized into the
Features and Auto Care For more information on the limited Calling for Assistance
Sections. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or When calling Roadside Assistance,
call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information
. Download the owner manual for
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text ready:
your vehicle, quickly and easily.
Telephone (TTY) users, call
. Find the 1-800-833-9935.
. Your name, home address, and
Chevrolet-recommended home telephone number.
maintenance services for your . Telephone number of your
vehicle. location.
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. Model, year, color, and license claims are made too often, or the must be in good condition and
plate number of the vehicle. same type of claim is made many properly inflated. It is the owner's
. Odometer reading, Vehicle times. responsibility for the repair or
Identification Number (VIN), and replacement of the tire if it is not
Services Provided covered by the warranty.
delivery date of the vehicle.
. Emergency Fuel Delivery: . Battery Jump Start: Service to
. Description of the problem.
Delivery of enough fuel for the jump start a dead battery.
Coverage vehicle to get to the nearest
service station. Services Not Included in
Services are provided up to 5 years/
. Lock-Out Service: Service to Roadside Assistance
160 000 km (100,000 mi), whichever
comes first. unlock the vehicle if you are . Impound towing caused by
locked out. A remote unlock may violation of any laws.
In the U.S., anyone driving the be available if you have OnStar.
vehicle is covered. In Canada, a . Legal fines.
For security reasons, the driver
person driving the vehicle without must present identification . Mounting, dismounting,
permission from the owner is not before this service is given. or changing of snow tires,
covered. chains, or other traction devices.
. Emergency Tow from a Public
Roadside Assistance is not a part of Road or Highway: Tow to the . Towing or services for vehicles
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. nearest Chevrolet dealer for driven on a non-public road or
Chevrolet and General Motors of warranty service, or if the vehicle highway.
Canada Limited reserve the right to was in a crash and cannot be
make any changes or discontinue driven. Assistance is also given Services Specific to
the Roadside Assistance program at when the vehicle is stuck in the Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
any time without notification. sand, mud, or snow. . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
Chevrolet and General Motors of . Flat Tire Change: Service to is approximately $5 Canadian.
Canada Limited reserve the right to change a flat tire with the spare Diesel fuel delivery may be
limit services or payment to an tire. The spare
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restricted. Propane and other to Roadside Assistance. If your dealer requests you to bring
fuels are not provided through Mechanical failures may be the vehicle for service, you are
this service. covered, however any cost for urged to do so as early in the work
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle parts and labor for repairs not day as possible to allow for
registration is required. covered by the warranty are the same-day repair.
owner responsibility.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and Courtesy Transportation
Assistance: Must be over Scheduling Service
250 kilometers from where your Program
trip was started to qualify. Appointments To enhance your ownership
General Motors of Canada When the vehicle requires warranty experience, we and our participating
Limited requires service, contact your dealer and dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
pre-authorization, original request an appointment. By Transportation, a customer support
detailed receipts, and a copy of scheduling a service appointment program for vehicles with the
the repair orders. Once and advising the service consultant Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty
authorization has been received, of your transportation needs, your Coverage period in Canada),
the Roadside Assistance advisor dealer can help minimize your extended powertrain, and/or
will help to make arrangements inconvenience. hybrid-specific warranties in both
and explain how to receive the U.S. and Canada.
If the vehicle cannot be scheduled
payment.
into the service department Several Courtesy Transportation
. Alternative Service: If immediately, keep driving it until it options are available to assist in
assistance cannot be provided can be scheduled for service, reducing inconvenience when
right away, the Roadside unless, of course, the problem is warranty repairs are required.
Assistance advisor may give safety related. If it is, please call Courtesy Transportation is not a
permission to get local your dealership, let them know this, part of the New Vehicle Limited
emergency road service. You will and ask for instructions. Warranty. A separate booklet
receive payment, up to $100,
entitled “Limited Warranty and
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furnished with each new vehicle Public Transportation or Fuel Rental reimbursement will be limited
provides detailed warranty coverage Reimbursement and must be supported by original
information. If the vehicle requires overnight receipts. This requires that you sign
warranty repairs, and public and complete a rental agreement
Transportation Options and meet state/provincial, local, and
transportation is used instead of
Warranty service can generally be your dealer's shuttle service, the rental vehicle provider requirements.
completed while you wait. However, expense must be supported by Requirements vary and may include
if you are unable to wait, GM helps original receipts and can only be up minimum age requirements,
to minimize inconvenience by to the maximum amount allowed by insurance coverage, credit card, etc.
providing several transportation GM for shuttle service. In addition, You are responsible for fuel usage
options. Depending on the for U.S. customers, should you charges and may also be
circumstances, your dealer can offer arrange transportation through a responsible for taxes, levies, usage
one of the following: friend or relative, limited fees, excessive mileage, or rental
reimbursement for reasonable fuel usage beyond the completion of the
Shuttle Service repair.
expenses may be available. Claim
Shuttle service is the preferred amounts should reflect actual costs It may not be possible to provide a
means of offering Courtesy and be supported by original like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
Transportation. Dealers may provide receipts. See your dealer for
shuttle service to get you to your information regarding the allowance Additional Program
destination with minimal interruption amounts for reimbursement of fuel Information
of your daily schedule. This includes or other transportation costs. All program options, such as shuttle
one-way or round-trip shuttle service
Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at
within reasonable time and distance
every dealer. Please contact your
parameters of your dealer's area. Your dealer may arrange to provide dealer for specific information about
you with a courtesy rental vehicle or availability. All Courtesy
reimburse you for a rental vehicle Transportation arrangements will be
that you obtain if the vehicle is kept administered by appropriate dealer
for an overnight
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General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not
unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent
or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not
Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle
resolve all questions of claim New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Limited Warranty, and any vehicle
eligibility pursuant to the terms and Recycled original equipment parts failure related to such parts is not
conditions described herein at its may also be used for repair. These covered by that warranty.
sole discretion. parts are typically removed from Repair Facility
vehicles that were total losses in
Collision Damage Repair prior crashes. In most cases, the GM also recommends that you
parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that
If the vehicle is involved in a meets your needs before you ever
collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle.
A recycled original equipment GM need collision repairs. Your dealer
damage repaired by a qualified
part may be an acceptable choice to may have a collision repair center
technician using the proper
maintain the vehicle's originally with GM-trained technicians and
equipment and quality replacement state‐of‐the‐art equipment, or be
parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety
performance; however, the history of able to recommend a collision repair
repairs diminish the vehicle resale
these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained
value, and safety performance can
are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable
be compromised in subsequent equipment.
collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any
related failures are not covered by Insuring the Vehicle
Collision Parts that warranty.
Protect your investment in the GM
Genuine GM Collision parts are new Aftermarket collision parts are also vehicle with comprehensive and
parts made with the same materials available. These are made by collision insurance coverage. There
and construction methods as the companies other than GM and may are significant differences in the
parts with which the vehicle was not have been tested for the vehicle. quality of coverage afforded by
originally built. Genuine GM As a result, these parts may fit
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Collision parts are the best choice to poorly, exhibit premature durability/
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Many insurance policies provide If a Crash Occurs


. Vehicle Identification
reduced protection to the GM Number (VIN).
If there has been an injury, call
vehicle by limiting compensation for . Insurance company and policy
emergency services for help. Do not
damage repairs through the use of number.
leave the scene of a crash until all
aftermarket collision parts. Some
matters have been taken care of. . General description of the
insurance companies will not
Move the vehicle only if its position damage to the other vehicle.
specify aftermarket collision parts.
puts you in danger, or you are
When purchasing insurance, we Choose a reputable repair facility
instructed to move it by a police
recommend that you ensure that the that uses quality replacement parts.
officer.
vehicle will be repaired with GM See “Collision Parts” earlier in this
original equipment collision parts. Give only the necessary information section.
If such insurance coverage is not to police and other parties involved
If the airbag has inflated, see What
available from your current in the crash.
Will You See after an Airbag
insurance carrier, consider switching For emergency towing see Inflates? on page 3-20.
to another insurance carrier. Roadside Assistance Program on
If the vehicle is leased, the leasing page 13-5. Managing the Vehicle Damage
company may require you to have Repair Process
Gather the following information:
insurance that ensures repairs with In the event that the vehicle requires
Genuine GM Original Equipment . Driver name, address, and damage repairs, GM recommends
Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number. that you take an active role in its
Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Driver license number. repair. If you have a pre-determined
parts. Read the lease carefully, as repair facility of choice, take the
you may be charged at the end of
. Owner name, address, and
telephone number. vehicle there, or have it towed there.
the lease for poor quality repairs. Specify to the facility that any
. Vehicle license plate number. required replacement collision parts
. Vehicle make, model, and be original equipment parts, either
model year. new Genuine GM parts or recycled
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original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio,


recycled parts will not be covered by Owner Manual, and Warranty
the GM vehicle warranty.
Ordering Information Manual.
Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals RETAIL SELL PRICE:
but you must live with the repair. Service Manuals have the diagnosis $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
Depending on your policy limits, and repair information on the shipping fees.
your insurance company may engines, transmission, axle, Without Portfolio: Owner
initially value the repair using suspension, brakes, electrical, Manual only.
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with steering, body, etc.
the repair professional, and insist on RETAIL SELL PRICE:
Genuine GM parts. Remember, Service Bulletins $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
if the vehicle is leased, you may be shipping fees.
Service Bulletins give additional
obligated to have the vehicle technical service information
repaired with Genuine GM parts,
Current and Past Models
needed to knowledgeably service
even if your insurance coverage General Motors cars and trucks. Technical Service Bulletins and
does not pay the full cost. Each bulletin contains instructions Manuals are available for current
to assist in the diagnosis and and past model GM vehicles.
If another party's insurance
company is paying for the repairs, service of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE:
you are not obligated to accept a 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday
repair valuation based on that Owner Information 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time
insurance company's collision policy Owner publications are written For Credit Card Orders Only
repair limits, as you have no specifically for owners and intended (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see
contractual limits with that company. to provide basic operational Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com.
In such cases, you can have control information about the vehicle. The
of the repair and parts choices as Owner Manual includes the
long as the cost stays within Maintenance Schedule for all
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Or write to: Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot


Helm, Incorporated become involved in individual
Attention: Customer Service
Defects problems between you, your
47911 Halyard Drive dealer, or General Motors.
Plymouth, MI 48170 Reporting Safety Defects
To contact NHTSA, you may call
Prices are subject to change without to the United States the Vehicle Safety Hotline
notice and without incurring Government toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
obligation. Allow ample time for (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
delivery. If you believe that your vehicle
has a defect which could cause http://www.safercar.gov; or
All listed prices are quoted in U.S. a crash or could cause injury or write to:
funds. Make checks payable in U.S. death, you should immediately
funds.
Administrator, NHTSA
inform the National Highway 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Traffic Safety Administration Washington, D.C. 20590
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
You can also obtain other
General Motors.
information about motor vehicle
If NHTSA receives similar safety from
complaints, it may open an http://www.safercar.gov.
investigation, and if it finds that
a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign.

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Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle Data


to the Canadian to General Motors Recording and
Government In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Privacy
If you live in Canada, and you Transport Canada) in a situation like
believe that the vehicle has a safety this, notify General Motors. The vehicle has a number of
defect, notify Transport Canada computers that record information
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
immediately, and notify General about the vehicle’s performance and
Chevrolet Motor Division how it is driven. For example, the
Motors of Canada Limited. Call
Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to
Transport Canada at
Center monitor and control engine and
1-800-333-0510 or write to:
P.O. Box 33170 transmission performance, to
Transport Canada Detroit, MI 48232-5170 monitor the conditions for airbag
Road Safety Branch deployment and deploy them in a
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777
80 rue Noel crash, and, if equipped, to provide
(English) or 1-800-263-7854
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 antilock braking to help the driver
(French), or write:
control the vehicle. These modules
General Motors of Canada Limited may store data to help the dealer
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: technician service the vehicle.
CA1-163-005 Some modules may also store data
1908 Colonel Sam Drive about how the vehicle is operated,
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 such as rate of fuel consumption or
average speed. These modules may
retain personal preferences, such as
radio presets, seat positions, and
temperature settings.

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Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the
better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response
This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or
event data recorder EDR. The main injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are similar government office; as part of
purpose of an EDR is to record, in recorded by your vehicle only if a GM's defense of litigation through
certain crash or near crash-like non-trivial crash situation occurs; no the discovery process; or, as
situations, such as an air bag data are recorded by the EDR under required by law. Data that GM
deployment or hitting a road normal driving conditions and no collects or receives may also be
obstacle, data that will assist in personal data (e.g., name, gender, used for GM research needs or may
understanding how a vehicle’s age, and crash location) are be made available to others for
systems performed. The EDR is recorded. However, other parties, research purposes, where a need is
designed to record data related to such as law enforcement, could shown and the data is not tied to a
vehicle dynamics and safety combine the EDR data with the type specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
systems for a short period of time, of personally identifying data
typically 30 seconds or less. The
EDR in this vehicle is designed to
routinely acquired during a crash OnStar®
investigation.
record such data as: If the vehicle is equipped with
To read data recorded by an EDR, OnStar® and has an active
. How various systems in your special equipment is required, and subscription, additional data may be
vehicle were operating; access to the vehicle or the EDR is collected through the OnStar
. Whether or not the driver and needed. In addition to the vehicle system. This includes information
passenger safety belts were manufacturer, other parties, such as about the vehicle’s operation; about
buckled/fastened; law enforcement, that have the collisions involving the vehicle; the
.
special equipment, can read the use of the vehicle and its features;
How far (if at all) the driver was information if they have access to
depressing the accelerator and/ and, in certain situations, the
the vehicle or the EDR. location and approximate GPS
or brake pedal; and,
GM will not access this data or speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
. How fast the vehicle was share it with others except: with the
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OnStar Terms and Conditions and Radio Frequency Radio Frequency


Privacy Statement on the OnStar
website.
Identification (RFID) Statement
RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that
Infotainment System vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that
pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal
If the vehicle is equipped with a system security, as well as in Communications Commission (FCC)
navigation system as part of the connection with conveniences such rules and with Industry Canada
infotainment system, use of the as Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Standards RSS‐GEN/210/220/310.
system may result in the storage of transmitters for remote door locking/
destinations, addresses, telephone Operation is subject to the following
unlocking and starting, and two conditions:
numbers, and other trip information. in-vehicle transmitters for garage
See the infotainment manual for door openers. RFID technology in 1. The device may not cause
information on stored data and for GM vehicles does not use or record harmful interference.
deletion instructions. personal information or link with any 2. The device must accept any
other GM system containing interference received, including
personal information. interference that may cause
undesired operation of the
device.
Changes or modifications to any of
these systems by other than an
authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.

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2 NOTES

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OnStar OnStar Overview Manual and Automatic


Dimming Rearview Mirrors
. Press the mirror controls.
OnStar Overview If OnStar does not respond,
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1 adjust finger position or remove
any gloves.
OnStar Services
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2 . Avoid touching the controls while
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2 Manual Rearview Mirror adjusting the mirror. To cancel a
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3 command press Q.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-4
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5
. Clean the mirror while the
vehicle is off to avoid making
OnStar Additional Information calls.
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5 Status Indicator
Automatic Dimming Rearview The OnStar system status light is
Mirror next to the OnStar controls on the
manual rearview mirror.
If equipped, this vehicle has a
comprehensive, in-vehicle system If the status light is:
that can connect to a live Advisor . Solid Green: System is ready.
for Emergency, Security, Navigation, . Flashing Green: On a call.
Connection, and Diagnostic
Services. . Red: Indicates a problem.
For the automatic dimming rearview
mirror, the status is provided
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. Three Color Icons: The system
Press | to connect to a live OnStar Services
is enabled and active.
Advisor to:
. No Icons: The vehicle is in
motion or the OnStar
. Verify account information or Emergency
update contact information. With Automatic Crash Response,
subscription is inactive
. Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically
. Blinking: Button has been
the available Directions and connect to help in most crashes,
pressed.
Connections service plan. even if help cannot be requested.
. Solid: On a call. . Receive On-Demand Press U to connect to an
. ~ (Fault Icon On): Indicates a Diagnostics for a check of the Emergency Advisor. GPS
problem. vehicle’s key operating systems. technology is used to identify the
. Receive Roadside Assistance. vehicle location and can provide
OnStar Commands
critical information to emergency
Press the OnStar Emergency button
Push | or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR U to get a priority connection to an personnel. The Advisor is also
(1-888-466-7827) to speak to an trained to offer critical assistance in
Emergency Advisor available 24/ emergency situations.
Advisor. 7 to:
Press Q to: . Get help for an emergency. Security
. Make a call, end a call, . Be a Good Samaritan or OnStar provides services like Stolen
or answer an incoming call. respond to an AMBER Alert. Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition
. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling . Get assistance in severe Block, and Roadside Assistance,
voice commands. weather or other crisis and if equipped. OnStar can unlock the
evacuation routes. vehicle doors remotely, if equipped
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
with automatic door locks, and can
Navigation voice commands.
help police locate the vehicle if it is
Requires the available Directions
stolen.
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Navigation Using Voice Commands 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds


During a Planned Route with the last direction given, then
OnStar navigation requires the responds with “OnStar ready,”
Directions and Connections Cancel Route then a tone.
service plan.
1. Press Q. System responds: Get My Destination
Press | to receive directions or “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Say
have them sent to the vehicle “Cancel route.” System 1. Press Q. System responds:
navigation screen, if equipped. responds: “Do you want to “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
Destinations can also be forwarded cancel directions?” 2. Say “Get my destination.”
to the vehicle from MapQuest.com. System responds with address
2. Say “Yes.” System responds:
The OnStar mapping database is “OK, request completed, thank and the distance to the
continuously updated. For coverage destination, then responds with
you, goodbye.”
maps, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Route Preview
Other Navigation Services
Turn-by-Turn Navigation 1. Press Q. System responds: Available from OnStar
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
1. Press | to connect to a live OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers
Advisor. 2. Say “Route preview.” System to send destinations from
responds with the next three MapQuest.com to their Turn-by-Turn
2. Request directions. maneuvers. Navigation or screen-based
3. Directions are downloaded to the navigation system. When ready, the
Repeat
vehicle. directions will be downloaded to the
4. Follow the voice-guided 1. Press Q. System responds: vehicle.
commands. “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
Destination Download: Press |,
then request the Advisor to
download directions to the
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After the call ends, press the “Go” OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency
button on the navigation screen to
begin driving directions.
Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press Q. The system responds
mobile app to your Apple®, “OnStar Ready,” followed by
Once directions have been Android™ and BlackBerry® devices a tone.
downloaded to the navigation to check vehicle fuel level, oil life,
system, the route must be canceled or tire pressure; to start the vehicle 2. Say “Call.” The system responds
through the navigation system. (if equipped) or unlock it; or to “Please say the name or number
connect to an OnStar Advisor. For to call.”
Destinations can also be
downloaded on the go. For OnStar RemoteLink information and 3. Say “911” without pausing. The
information about eNav, Destination compatibility, see www.onstar.com system responds “911.”
Download, and coverage maps, see (US) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
4. Say “Call.” The system responds
www.onstar.com (US) or Hands-Free Calling “OK, dialing 911.”
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
1. Press Q. System responds: Retrieve My Number
Connections “OnStar ready.”
1. Press Q. System responds:
OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows 2. Say “Call.” System responds: “OnStar ready.”
calls to be made and received from “Please say the name or number
to call.” 2. Say “My number.” System
the vehicle. The vehicle can also be responds: “Your OnStar
controlled from a cell phone through 3. Say the entire number without Hands-Free Calling number is,”
the OnStar RemoteLink® mobile pausing, including a “1” and the then says the number.
app. For coverage maps, see area code. System responds:
www.onstar.com (US) or “OK calling.” End a Call
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Press Q. System responds: “Call
ended.”

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Store a Name Tag for Speed Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional
Dialing
Press Q and say “Minutes” then Information
1. Press Q. System responds: “Verify” to check how many minutes
“OnStar ready.” remain and their expiration date. Transferring Service
2. Say “Store.” System responds: Press | to request account transfer
“Please say the number you Diagnostics eligibility information. The Advisor
would like to store.” OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will can assist in canceling or removing
3. Say the entire number without perform a vehicle check every account information. If OnStar
pausing. System responds: month. It will check the engine, receives information that vehicle
“Please say the name tag.” transmission, antilock brakes, and ownership has changed, OnStar
major vehicle systems. It also may send a voice message to the
4. Pick a name tag. System checks the tire pressures, if the vehicle, requesting updated account
responds: “About to store <name vehicle is equipped with the Tire information.
tag>. Does that sound OK?” Pressure Monitoring System. If a
On-Demand Diagnostics check is Reactivation for Subsequent
5. Say “Yes” or “No” to try again.
Owners
System responds: “OK, storing needed between e-mails, press |,
<name tag>.” and an Advisor can run a check. Press | and follow the prompts to
Place a Call Using a Stored speak to an Advisor as soon as
Number possible after acquiring the vehicle.
The Advisor will update vehicle
1. Press Q. System responds: records and will explain the OnStar
“OnStar ready.” service offers and options available.
2. Say “Call <name tag>.” System How OnStar Service Works
responds: “OK, calling
Automatic Crash Response,
<name tag>.”
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Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on
Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn your vehicle is in a place where page 13-15.
Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling OnStar has an agreement with a
are available on most vehicles. Not wireless service provider for service Services for People with
all OnStar services are available in that area, and the wireless Disabilities
everywhere or on all vehicles. For service provider has coverage, Advisors provide services to help
more information, a full description network capacity, reception, and subscribers with physical disabilities
of OnStar services, system technology compatible with OnStar and medical conditions.
limitations, and OnStar terms and service. Service involving location
conditions: information about the vehicle cannot Press | for help with:
. Call 888-4-ONSTAR. work unless GPS signals are . Locating a gas station with an
(888-466-7827). available, unobstructed, and attendant to pump gas.
compatible with the OnStar
. See www.onstar.com (U.S.). hardware. OnStar service may not
. Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc.,
work if the OnStar equipment is not that meets accessibility needs.
. See www.onstar.ca (Canada).
properly installed or it has not been . Providing directions to the
. TTY 1-877-248-2080. properly maintained. If equipment or closest hospital or pharmacy in
. Press | to speak with an software is added, connected, urgent situations.
Advisor. or modified, OnStar service may not
work. Other problems beyond the TTY Users
OnStar services require a vehicle control of OnStar may prevent OnStar has the ability to
electrical system, wireless service, service such as hills, tall buildings, communicate to the deaf,
and GPS satellite technologies to be tunnels, weather, electrical system hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired
available and operating for features design and architecture of the customers while in the vehicle. The
to function properly. These systems vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a available dealer-installed TTY
may not operate if the battery is crash, or wireless phone network system can provide in-vehicle
discharged or disconnected. congestion or jamming.
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access to all of the OnStar services, change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar Roadside Assistance and a
except Virtual Advisor and OnStar and provide the Advisor with the locksmith to help gain access to the
Turn-by-Turn Navigation. current number. vehicle.
OnStar.com (U.S.) OnStar.ca Warranty Global Positioning
(Canada) OnStar equipment may be System (GPS)
The website provides access to warranted as part of the New . Obstruction of the GPS can
account information, alllows Vehicle Limited Warranty. The occur in a large city with tall
management of the OnStar manufacturer of the vehicle buildings; in parking garages;
subscription, and viewing of videos furnishes detailed warranty around airports; in tunnels,
of each service. Get subscription information. underpasses, or parking
plan pricing and sign up for OnStar garages; or in an area with very
Vehicle Diagnostics. Click on the
Languages dense trees. If GPS signals are
“My Account” tab on the home The vehicle can be programmed to not available, the OnStar system
page. Website navigation and respond in multiple languages. should still operate to call
services provided may vary by Press | and ask an Advisor. OnStar. However, OnStar could
country. Advisors are available in English, have difficulty identifying the
Spanish and French. Available exact location.
OnStar Personal Identification
Number (PIN) languages may vary by country. . In emergency situations, OnStar
can use the last stored GPS
A PIN is needed to access some of Potential Issues location to send to emergency
the OnStar services, like Remote OnStar cannot perform Remote responders.
Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
Assistance. You will be prompted to
. A temporary loss of GPS can
Assistance after the vehicle has
change the PIN the first time when cause loss of the ability to send
been off continuously for five days.
speaking with an Advisor. To a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route.
After five days, OnStar can contact
The Advisor may give a verbal
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route or may ask for a call back Add-on Electrical Equipment OnStar - libcurl and unzip
after the vehicle is driven into an acknowledgments
The OnStar system is integrated
open area.
into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include
Cellular and GPS Antennas vehicle. Do not add any electrical libcurl and unzip software. Below
equipment. See Add-On Electrical are the notices and licenses
Avoid placing items over or near the Equipment on page 9-60. Added associated with this software:
antenna to prevent blocking cellular electrical equipment may interfere
and GPS signal reception. Cellular with the operation of the OnStar libcurl:
reception is required for OnStar to system and cause it to not operate. COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION
send remote signals to the vehicle.
NOTICE
Privacy
Unable to Connect to OnStar Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel
Message The complete OnStar Privacy Stenberg, <daniel@haxx.se>.
Statement may be found at
If there is limited cellular coverage www.onstar.com (US), All rights reserved.
or the cellular network has reached www.onstar.ca (Canada).
maximum capacity, this message Permission to use, copy, modify,
Privacy-sensitive users of wireless and distribute this software for any
may come on. Press | to try the communications are cautioned that purpose with or without fee is
call again or try again after driving a the privacy of any information sent hereby granted, provided that the
few miles into another cellular area. via wireless cellular communications above copyright notice and this
cannot be assured. Third parties permission notice appear in all
Vehicle and Power Issues may unlawfully intercept or access copies.
OnStar services require a vehicle transmissions and private
electrical system, wireless service, communications without consent. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED
and GPS satellite technologies to be “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF
available and operating for features ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
to function properly. These systems IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
may not operate if the battery is LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES
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and dynamic, shared, or static “MacZip” without the explicit
library versions–must be plainly permission of Info-ZIP. Such
marked as such and must not be altered versions are further
misrepresented as being the prohibited from
original source. Such altered misrepresentative use of the
Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail
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A Airbag System (cont'd) Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13


What Will You See after an CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
Accessories and
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20 Audio System
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
When Should an Airbag Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19 Diversity Antenna System . . . .7-13
Active Fuel Management® . . . . . 9-24
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . .3-17 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Add-On Electrical
Airbags Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . 7-2
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60
Adding Equipment to the Automatic
Additional Information
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26 Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-5
Passenger Status Indicator . . .5-15 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Air Cleaner/Filter,
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15 Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-17, 10-18
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-26
Air Filter, Passenger
Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26 Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . 10-16
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15 Automatic Transmission
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Alarm Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-29
Airbag System
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Shift Lock Control
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Function Check . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35
How Does an Airbag
Antenna Auxiliary
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20
Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13 Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-15
Passenger Sensing
Antilock Brake Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-22
System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
What Makes an Airbag
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20
Appearance Care
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-97
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B Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide


Headlamps, Front Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-25
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33
Turn Signal, and Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Parking Lamps . . . . . 10-37, 10-38 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
High Intensity Discharge Cautions, Danger, and
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Voltage and Charging
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . 10-40 CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 4-2
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-36
and Stoplamps . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Bluetooth
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-65 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . 5-16
Overview . . . . . . . . . 7-20, 7-22, 7-25
Check
Brake
System Warning Light . . . . . . . .5-19 C Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Ignition
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
California Transmission Lock . . . . . . . . 10-35
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-35
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . .9-51 Child Restraints
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-36
Perchlorate Materials Infants and Young
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-36
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2 Lower Anchors and
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34
Camera Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . .3-35
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . .9-47 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-28
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . iii Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41, 3-43
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40
Capacities and Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Cleaning
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91
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Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 8-1 Coolant D


Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . 13-9
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Engine Temperature
Danger, Warnings, and
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Cooling System . . . . . . . .10-20–10-22
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . 13-14
Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Engine Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36
Daytime Running
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . 13-9 Courtesy Transportation
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 10-86 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Compartments Cover
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Devices
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Tonneau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-15
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Diagnostics
Competitive Driving Mode . . . . . 9-39 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-5
Compressor Kit, Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-72 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . 13-4
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Connections Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-3
Door
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-4 Text Telephone (TTY)
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Control Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-4
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Traction and Electronic Customer Information
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-37 Service Publications
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Ordering Information . . . . . . .13-11
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-5
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Customer Satisfaction
Driver Information
Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
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Driving Electrical System Engine (cont'd)


Characteristics and Engine Compartment Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-54 Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42 Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36
Competitive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-39 Fuses and Circuit Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Instrument Panel Fuse Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . .1-20 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41 Running While Parked . . . . . . . .9-26
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . 9-9 Rear Compartment Fuse Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-19
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 9-11 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47 Engine Oil
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Emergency Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2 Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . .9-12 Engine Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8 Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-17, 10-18 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 13-14
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10 Check and Service Engine Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17 Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
E Compartment Overview . . . . . . .10-6 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Electrical Equipment, Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60 Coolant Temperature F
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12 Filter,
Cooling System . . . . . . 10-20–10-22 Engine Air
Cooling System Messages . . .5-36 Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17, 10-18
Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . .12-5 Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 6-4
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-25 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Heater . . . . . I.nf.or.ma
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Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-100 Fuses Gauges (cont'd)


Fluid Engine Compartment Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Automatic Transmission . . . . 10-16 Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42 Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32 Fuses and Circuit Warning Lights and
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30 Instrument Panel Fuse General Information
Fog Lamps Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Rear Compartment Fuse Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-54
Front Fog Lamp Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Front Seats G GM Mobility Reimbursement
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . 5-47 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-47
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50 Gasoline H
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-52 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-51 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20 Gauges Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 6-4
Filling a Portable Fuel Engine Coolant Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-54 Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12 Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-52 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . .5-10 Headlamps
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . .9-52 Engine Oil Temperature . . . . . . . 5-11 Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . .9-51 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . .9-24 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Daytime Running
Requirements, California . . . . .9-51 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37 Transmission Temperature . . . .5-13 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
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Headlamps (cont'd) I L
High Intensity Discharge
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17 Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . 10-51
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Ignition Transmission Lock Lamps
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . .5-24
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35 Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . 6-2
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . 6-2
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Infants and Young Children, Front Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Heater
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30 Headlamps, Front
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Turn Signal, and
Heating and Air Conditioning . . . 8-1
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 Parking Lamps . . . . . 10-37, 10-38
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . 10-57
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 2-15 Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . .5-17
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 9-9
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 J LATCH System
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87 Replacing Parts after a
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-40
How to Wear Safety Belts
LATCH, Lower Anchors and
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 K Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . 5-37 Latches, Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Keyless Entry Lighting
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . 2-3 Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
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Lights Locks Messages (cont'd)


Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34
Antilock Brake System Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Brake System Warning . . . . . . .5-19 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Engine Cooling System . . . . . . .5-36
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . .5-23 Lower Anchors and Tethers Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 for Children (LATCH Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35 Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Object Detection System . . . . .5-38
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . 6-2 M Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Maintenance Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . .5-14 Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15 Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41
Taillamp Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Maintenance Schedule Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Recommended Fluids Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-42
Traction Control OFF/ and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-33
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-17 Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Traction Control System Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29 Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
(TCS)/StabiliTrak® . . . . . . . . . .5-21 Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 9-32 Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Mirrors
Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . 9-43 Messages Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41 Automatic Dimming
Battery Voltage and Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-34 Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
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Mirrors (cont'd) Oil Overview, Infotainment


Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-15
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 Engine Oil Pressure P
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . 2-15 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10 Park
Monitor System, Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36 Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-22
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-58 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23 Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-23
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-28 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . 13-4 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-36
N OnStar® Brake and P (Park)
Navigation System, In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20 Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-35
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-3 OnStar® Additional Over Things That Burn . . . . . . .9-24
Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5 Parking Assist
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . 9-16 OnStar® Connections . . . . . . . . . . 14-4 Ultrasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-46
OnStar® Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5 Passenger Airbag Status
OnStar® Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
O OnStar® Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Object Detection System Passenger Compartment Air
OnStar® Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38 OnStar® Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-22
Operation, Infotainment Perchlorate Materials
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Off-Road Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3
Ordering Personalization
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Service Publications . . . . . . . . .13-11 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-44
Outlets Phone
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . 7-20, 7-22, 7-25
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Power Radios Replacement Parts


Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-14
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . 3-27
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34 Replacing LATCH System
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-21 Limited-Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-43 Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Replacing Safety Belt
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-47 Reporting Safety Defects
Pregnancy, Using Safety Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-13
Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
Privacy Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12
Radio Frequency Recommended Fluids and Restraints
Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . 13-15 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12 Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-34
Program Records Retained Accessory
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . .13-7 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15 Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Proposition 65 Warning, Recreational Vehicle Ride Control Systems
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91 Limited Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . .9-43
Reimbursement Program, Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
R GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 Selective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-43
Radio Frequency Remote Keyless Entry Roads
Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . 13-15 (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2, 2-3 Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Roadside Assistance
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5
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Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-63 Seats Service (cont'd)


Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-5 Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Publications Ordering
Running the Vehicle While Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-11
Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Scheduling Appointments . . . . .13-7
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-3 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41
S Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Shift Lock Control Function
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14 Securing Child Check, Automatic
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41, 3-43 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-35
How to Wear Safety Belts Security Shifting
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41 Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-22
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-23
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Signals, Turn and
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . .3-14 Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . .3-13 Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . . . 9-43 Spare Tire
Safety Defects Reporting Service Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-86
Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-13 Accessories and Specifications and
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13 Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12 Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . .10-4 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17 StabiliTrak
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Maintenance Records . . . . . . .11-15 OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . 13-7 Maintenance, General Start Assist, Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-72 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Parts Identification Label . . . . .12-1 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
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Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Taillamps Tires (cont'd)


Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Turn Signal and Sealant and Compressor
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Stoplamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39 Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-79
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . 10-51
Storage Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Terminology and
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . 2-13 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53
Storage Areas Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 Uniform Tire Quality
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Tires Wheel Alignment and Tire
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-65 Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-69
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . 10-69
Storing the Tire Sealant Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-80 When It Is Time for New
and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 10-79 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-86 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11 Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67 Tonneau Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . 10-70 Towing
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-59 Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . .9-54
System Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-59
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15, 7-1 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-41 General Information . . . . . . . . . .9-54
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-57 Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . 10-91
T Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-58
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-58 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-90
Taillamp Indicator Light . . . . . . . . 5-24 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-63 Track Events and
Sealant and Competitive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . 10-72
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Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22 Transportation Program, V


Control OFF/StabiliTrak Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7
Vehicle
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Control System (TCS)/ Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21 Turn and Lane-Change
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . .9-43 Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Identification
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1
Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . .9-43 U Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-12
Traction Control/Electronic Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . 9-46 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-33
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37 Uniform Tire Quality Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-44
Trailer Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67 Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-58 Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-47 Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Transmission Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-50 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-26 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-47 Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-90
Fluid, Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16
Vehicle Care
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-42
Storing the Tire Sealant
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . .5-13
and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 10-79
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-56
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

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W When It Is Time for New


Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64
Warning
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . 3-34
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . .5-19
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Windshield
Cautions and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Winter
Wheels
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
Alignment and Tire
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-69
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-36
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-67
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-69

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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- Black plate (14,1)
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