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Buick Encore GX (2021) Owner Manual

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Contents
Introduction .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Storage .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Lighting .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Infotainment System .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Climate Controls .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Vehicle Care .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Technical Data .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Customer Information .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
OnStar .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Connected Services .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302

Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and ENCORE are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may
not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84709979 A First Printing
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2020 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
About Driving the Vehicle
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or a crash. Be sure to read the driving guidelines in this manual in the section called “Driving and Operating” and specifically Driver Behavior 0 163, Driving
Environment 0 163, and Vehicle Design 0 163.
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
{
Warning
Caution
M : Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service manual has
additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.
u : Air Conditioning System
G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light
9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
H : Flammable
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[ : Forward Collision Alert
R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+ : Fuses
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Installed
h : Stop/Start
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
a : Under Pressure V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
| : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure
X : Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
I : Side Blind Zone Alert
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Instrument Panel Overview
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1. Air Vents 0 159.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0 98. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 96.
3. Instrument Cluster 0 76.
4. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 86.
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 72. Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0 73.
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 97.
7. Infotainment Controls. See Overview (8
Inch Screen) 0 104 or Overview (7 Inch Screen) 0 137.
8. Climate Control Systems 0 158.
9. Instrument Panel Storage 0 67.
10. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 180.
11. Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0 184. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 98.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 43.
12. Park Assist 0 190 (If Equipped).
13. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 194 (If Equipped).
14. Engine START/STOP button. See Ignition Positions 0 173.
15. Steering Wheel Controls 0 72.
16. Horn 0 72.
17. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 71.
18. Cruise Control 0 185.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 191 (If Equipped).
19. Hood Release. See Hood 0 202.
20. Instrument Panel Storage 0 67.
21. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View).
22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 96.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 98.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 20
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Keys and Locks
Keys
Warning
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Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
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To remove the key, press the button on the back of the transmitter, and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program 0 285.
With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 294.
The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for all locks.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 290.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:
.
Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
.
Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
.
If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” later in this section.
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can impact the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 7.
With Remote Start Shown
The following may be available:
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Q : Press to lock all doors and the fuel
door, if equipped.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization
(8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
If the driver door is open when and Open Door Anti-Lockout is enabled, all doors will lock and then the driver door will immediately unlock. See Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
If the passenger door is open when pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing
Q may also arm the theft-deterrent
system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 18.
Q is pressed
Q is
K : Press to unlock the driver door and the
fuel door, if equipped. Press again within five seconds to unlock all doors. The RKE transmitter can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. See Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
The turn signal indicators will flash to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Pressing
K will disarm the theft-deterrent
system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 18.
7 : Press and release one time to initiate
vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Press and hold
7 for at least three seconds to sound the
panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds, or until pressed again or the vehicle is started.
/ : If equipped, press Q and then press
and hold start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the liftgate without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened. There is a button on each door handle.
/ for at least four seconds to
7 is
Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock press from the driver door. See Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, all passenger doors will unlock. Pull the door handle to unlatch the door.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
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Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
.
It has been more than five seconds since the first lock/unlock button press.
.
The lock/unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors.
.
Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the passenger door handle, pressing the lock/ unlock button on the passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
.
The lock/unlock button was used to unlock all doors.
.
Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.
Passive Locking
The vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one transmitter has been removed or none remain in the vehicle.
The fuel door will also lock, if equipped.
If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in an unattended vehicle.
To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding
K on the interior door
switch with a door open for several seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive
locking will then remain disabled until
Q on
the interior door is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.
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Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn will chirp three times after all doors are closed.
To turn on or off see Vehicle Personalization
(8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open and then all doors are closed, the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times. This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven. To turn on or off see
Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89
or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
When the doors are locked, press the touch pad on the rear of the liftgate above the license plate to open the liftgate if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
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Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work. Any remaining transmitters will need to be reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters matched to it.
Programming with Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there are two recognized transmitters. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you.
1. Remove the key from the RKE transmitter.
2. Place the two recognized transmitters in the center console front cupholder.
3. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds.
The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5.
4. Remove the two recognized transmitters from the cupholder.
5. Place the new transmitter in the cupholder
6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.
7. Remove the transmitter from the cupholder and press
To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.
Programming without Recognized Transmitters
If two currently recognized transmitters are not available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters to be programmed must be with you.
1. Remove the key from the RKE transmitter.
K.
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2. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds.
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press ENGINE START/STOP.
The DIC will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
4. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time, all previously known transmitters will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be relearned during the next steps.
The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1.
5. Place the new transmitter in the front cupholder.
6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.
7. Return the key back into the transmitter.
8. Remove the transmitter from the cupholder and press
To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.
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Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery
Note that, for improved vehicle security, the RKE transmitter is equipped with a motion sensor. When starting the vehicle, if the RKE transmitter has been idle for a while, move the RKE transmitter slightly and try starting the vehicle.
When starting the vehicle, if the RKE transmitter battery is depleted or there is signal interference, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED, REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY, or NO REMOTE DETECTED PLACE KEY IN KEY POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. If any of these messages appear on the DIC, follow the steps below.
To start the vehicle:
K.
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Warning (Continued)
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death. Seek medical attention immediately if a battery is swallowed.
Warning
{
To avoid personal injury, do not touch metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter
1. Place the transmitter in the center console front cupholder with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP.
Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
Warning
{
Never allow children to play with the RKE transmitter. The transmitter contains a small battery, which can be a choking
(Continued)
when it has been exposed to extreme heat. These surfaces can be hot to the touch at temperatures above 59 °C (138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
Caution
Always replace the battery with the correct type. Replacing the battery with an incorrect type could potentially create a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local laws. Do not attempt to burn, crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid exposing the battery to environments with extremely low air pressures or high temperatures.
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC.
The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery:
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2. Separate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the area near the key slot.
1. Press the button on the back of the RKE transmitter and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button.
3. Remove the battery by pushing on the battery and sliding it toward the bottom of the transmitter.
4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing the back cover. Push the battery down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter.
6. Reinsert the key.
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Remote Vehicle Start
The vehicle may have this feature that allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
/ : This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.
The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start.
Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.
Do not use remote start if the vehicle is low on fuel as it may run out of fuel.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 7.
Starting the Vehicle
To start the engine using the remote start feature:
1. Press and release
2. Immediately after completing Step 1, press and hold four seconds or until the turn signal
Q.
/ for at least
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lamps flash. The turn signal lamps flashing confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received.
When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 15 minutes. After 30 seconds, repeat the steps if a 15-minute extension is desired. Remote start can be extended only once. Press ENGINE START/STOP and the brake with the RKE Transmitter in the vehicle to drive.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can also be extended by another 15 minutes, if during the first 15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the engine is still running. An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting. This provides a total of 30 minutes.
The remote start can only be extended once.
When the remote start is extended, the second 15-minute period is added on to the first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles.
The ignition must be turned on and then off before the remote start procedure can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.
Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if:
.
A transmitter is in the vehicle.
.
The vehicle is on.
.
The hood is not closed.
.
The hazard warning flashers are on.
.
The malfunction indicator lamp is on.
.
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
.
The oil pressure is low.
.
Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote start with an extension, have already been used.
.
The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Door Locks
Warning
{
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
.
Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The doors can be unlocked and opened while the vehicle is moving. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear seat belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
.
Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
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Warning (Continued)
.
Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from the outside:
.
Press K or Q on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
.
Use the key in the driver door.
To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle:
.
Press K or Q on the power door lock switch.
.
Pulling an interior door handle will unlock the door. Pulling the door handle again unlatches it.
Keyless Access
The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened.
Press the button on the door handle to open. See “Keyless Access Operation” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
Free-Turning Locks
The door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this does not reset the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure.
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Power Door Locks
K : Press to unlock the doors.
Q : Press to lock the doors.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed.
Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned off.
When
Q is pressed on the power door lock
switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active.
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The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are 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 again or
press
Q on the RKE transmitter to lock the
doors immediately.
This feature can also be programmed. See
Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89
or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Automatic Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
If a vehicle door is unlocked, and then opened and closed, the doors will lock either when your foot is removed from the brake or the vehicle speed becomes faster than 13 km/h (8 mph).
To unlock the doors:
.
Press K on the power door lock switch.
.
Shift the transmission into P (Park).
Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. Automatic door unlocking can be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization (8
Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Lockout Protection
If the vehicle is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times.
Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by
pressing and holding lock switch.
Open Door Anti-Lockout
If Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and the driver door will remain
Q on the power door
unlocked. The Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Safety Locks
The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.
Manual Safety Locks
If equipped, the safety lock is located on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use the safety lock:
1. Insert the key into the safety lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position.
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2. Close the door.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
To open a rear door when the safety lock is on:
1. Unlock the door by activating the inside handle, by using the power door lock switch, or by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
2. Open the door from the outside.
To cancel the safety lock:
1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside.
2. Insert the key into the safety lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position. Do the same for the other door.
exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or hatch/trunk open:

Doors

Liftgate
Warning
{
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, hatch/trunk open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the hatch/trunk or liftgate. Engine
(Continued)
For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 179.
To avoid damage to the liftgate or liftgate glass, make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it.
Warning (Continued)
.
Close all of the windows.
.
Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel.
.
Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index.
.
If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.
Caution
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To open the liftgate, press door lock switch or press
transmitter to unlock all doors. See Power
Door Locks 0 15 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
Press the touch pad below the license plate and lift up.
The liftgate may also be opened while the vehicle is locked by pressing the touch pad while the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the vehicle.
To close the liftgate, push from the center to ensure that it fully latches.
K on the power
K on the RKE
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Vehicle Security

This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System
If equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, the indicator light, on the instrument panel near the windshield, shows the status of the system.
Off : Alarm system is disarmed.
On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the
delay to arm the system.
Fast Flast : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the liftgate, or the hood is open.
Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of two ways:
.
Use the RKE transmitter.
.
With a door open, press Q on the interior of the door.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system
is operating. Pressing transmitter a second time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key.
If any door or the hood is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by
pressing
K on the RKE transmitter during
the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.
Q on the RKE
The alarm will also be activated if any door or the the hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated:
.
Press K on the RKE transmitter.
.
Start the vehicle.
Avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
.
Lock the vehicle after all occupants have exited and all doors are closed.
.
Always unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
If K is pressed and the horn chirps and the lights flash three times, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed.
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Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 290.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the transmitter leaves the vehicle.
The immobilization system is disarmed when ENGINE START/STOP is pressed and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument cluster comes on when there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more transmitters matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched
transmitter will start the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the vehicle off and try again.
If the vehicle will not change ignition modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, on, off), and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the front cupholder. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
If the engine does not start with the other transmitter or when the transmitter is in the pocket in the front cupholder, the vehicle needs service. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new transmitter programmed to the vehicle.
Do not leave the transmitter or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.
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Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors
Warning
{
A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.
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Power Mirrors
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
Heated Mirrors
This vehicle has heated mirrors:
1 : Press to heat the mirrors.
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Turn the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Move the control to adjust the mirror.
3. Turn the selector switch to deselect the mirror.
9 to
See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control Systems 0 158.

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.
If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See OnStar Overview 0 294.
To avoid accidental OnStar calls, clean the mirror with the ignition off. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.

Windows

Warning
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Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.
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rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys 0 6.
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
Warning
{
Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the
(Continued)
Power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time.
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Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear passenger windows from working.
.
Press Z to engage the rear window lockout feature. The indicator light is on when engaged.
.
Press Z again to disengage.
Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without holding the window switch. Press the switch down fully and quickly release to express open the window.
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window.
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Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop that window’s express movement.
Window Automatic Reversal System
The express-close feature will reverse window movement if it comes in contact with an object. Extreme cold or ice could cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will operate normally after the object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
Warning
{
If automatic reversal system override is active, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before using automatic reversal system override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.
When the engine is on, override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the vehicle battery has been disconnected or discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program each express-close window:
1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has fully opened.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod.
If equipped, there is a lighted mirror on the sun visor. Lift the cover to open.

Roof

Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
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Slide Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close : Press
and release to express-open the sunroof. Press and
release express-close the sunroof. Press the switch again to stop the movement.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Press and hold sunroof. Press and hold detent to close the sunroof. Release the
switch to stop the movement.
Tilt Switch
Vent : Press and hold
sunroof. Press and hold the sunroof vent.
The sunshade opens automatically with the sunroof, but must be manually closed.
The sunroof will not operate if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
D (1) at the second detent
g (1) at the second detent to
D (1) at the first detent to open the
g (1) at the first
E (2) to vent the
g (2) to close
Automatic Reversal System
The sunroof has an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof is operated in express-close mode.
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If an object is in the path while express closing, the reversal system will detect object, stop, and open the sunroof slightly.
If frost or other conditions prevent closing, override the feature by closing the sunroof in manual mode. To stop movement, release the switch.
Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof.
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Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Front Seats
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Front Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Rear Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Seat Belts
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 33
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 37
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 41
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 42
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . 42
What Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Belt in the Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Belt in the Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Head Restraints
Warning
{
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Front Seats
The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.
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Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash.
The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.
To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.
The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable.
Rear Seats
The rear seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that can be lowered for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied.
To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down.
When an occupant is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the upright position. Pull the head restraint up and push
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it rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked.
If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see “Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System” under
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment
Warning
{
You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
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Lumbar Adjustment
To adjust a manual seat:
1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.
Power Seat Adjustment
Warning
{
The power seats will work with the ignition off. Children could operate the power seats and be injured. Never leave children alone in the vehicle.
To adjust a power seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 26.
To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 26.
If available, press the front or rear of the switch to increase or decrease lumbar support. Release the switch when the desired level of support is reached.
Reclining Seatbacks
Warning
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If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
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2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
{
Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the seat 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,
Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat Similar
To recline the seatback:
1. Lift the lever. If necessary, move the seat belt out of
the way to access the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to an upright position:
1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position.
receiving neck or other injuries.
The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly.
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Warning
Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.
Front Seat Armrest
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There is an armrest on the inboard side of the driver seat. To raise or lower the armrest, push up or pull down on the armrest.
Folding Seatback
The front passenger seatback folds flat.
Warning
{
If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury or even death. Secure objects away from the area in which an airbag would inflate. For more information, see Where Are the Airbags?
0 40 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 169.
Warning
{
Things you put on this seatback can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Remove or secure all items before driving.
To fold the seatback:
1. Lower the head restraint all the way. See Head Restraints 0 24.
2. Move the seat as far back as possible. See Seat Adjustment 0 25.
3. Lift the lever fully and fold the seatback forward.
If necessary, move the seat belt out of the way to access the lever.
4. Continue lowering the seatback until it is completely folded and locks in place.
To raise the seatback:
1. Lift the lever fully to unlock the seatback. Then, raise the seatback and push it rearward until it re-engages.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.
Warning
{
If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

Rear Seats

Rear Seat Reminder
If equipped, the message REAR SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.
This feature will activate when a second row door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned on. There will be an alert when the vehicle is turned off. The alert does not directly detect objects in the rear seat; instead, under certain conditions, it detects when a rear door is opened and closed, indicating that there may be something in the rear seat.
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The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off, and will require reactivation by opening and closing the second row doors. There may be an alert even when there is nothing in the rear seat; for example, if a child entered the vehicle through the rear door and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off.
The feature can be turned on or off. See
Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89
or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
Folding the Seatback
Either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving.
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Caution
Folding the rear seatback prior to tilting the seat cushion forward may damage the rear seat. Always tilt the rear seat cushion forward before folding the seatback.
To fold a seatback down:
1. Make sure the floor area in front of the rear seats is clear.
2. Fully lower the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 24.
3. Slide the front seats forward and place the front seatbacks in the upright position. See Seat Adjustment 0 25 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 26.
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4. Pull the strap on the front edge of the rear seat cushion to release the cushion. Tilt the seat cushion forward toward the front of the vehicle.
The seat cushion must be tilted forward before the seatback is folded down. Otherwise, the seatback will not fold down properly.
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Warning
{
Do not allow the seat belt webbing to become caught under the retainer hook trim, as this may cause the seat belt to not be worn properly.
Rear Seat with Retainer Hook on the
Seatback
5. Make sure the seat belt is in the retainer hook on top of the seatback, if equipped.
6. Reach under the belt and pull the lever on top of the seatback to unlock the seatback.
A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked.
7. Fold the seatback forward and down.
Seat Belt Clip on Side Trim
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8. Place the outboard seat belt in the seat belt clip (if equipped) on the side trim of the vehicle.
9. Repeat Steps 1–8 for the other seatback and seat cushion, if desired.
Raising the Seatback
Warning
{
If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
Warning
{
A seat belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
To return the rear seatback to the normal seating position:
Seat Belt Clip on Side Trim
1. Remove the outboard seat belt from the seat belt clip (if equipped) on the side trim of the vehicle.
2. Lift the seatback and push it rearward to lock it in place. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place.
Make sure the seat belts are not pinched by the seatback locking mechanism.
The center rear seat belt may lock when you raise the seatback. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the seat belt is still locked, try again after pulling the seat cushion out.
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3. Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position.
4. Return the seat cushion to its original position and push down on the front part of the seat cushion until it latches.
Make sure the seat belts and seat belt buckles are not trapped under the seat cushion and are properly positioned for use.
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other seatback and seat cushion, if necessary.
If additional cargo space is not needed, the seatbacks should be kept in the upright, locked position.
Rear Seat Armrest
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The rear seat has an armrest in the center of the seatback. Lower the armrest to access the cupholders.
To fold, lift the armrest up and push it rearward until it is flush with the seatback.

Seat Belts

This section describes how to use seat belts properly, and some things not to do.
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It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
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injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Always wear a seat belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.
This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 79.
Why Seat Belts Work
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When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the seat belts!
When you wear a seat belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts makes such good sense.
Questions and Answers About Seat Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a
crash if I am wearing a seat belt?
A: You could be — whether you are
wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I
have to wear seat belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only.
They work with seat belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
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Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing seat belts.
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
Follow these rules for everyone's protection.
There are additional things to know about seat belts and children, including smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 48 or Infants and Young Children 0 50. Review and follow the rules for children in addition to the following rules.
It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing seat belts.
There are important things to know about wearing a seat belt properly.
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Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you (if possible).
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Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.
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Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
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Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.
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Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.
Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back.
Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.
Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.
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The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection. Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt.
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The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be
engaged. See Child Restraint Systems 0 52. If this occurs, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat, move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
The rear center seat belt can only be withdrawn from the retractor if the seatback is in the upright locked position.
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
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Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Seat Belt Extender 0 37.
Position the release button on the buckle so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.
5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer.
Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a seat belt, damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions.
Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 33.
To move the shoulder belt height adjuster down, push down on the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired
position. You can move the height adjuster up by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.
After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position.
Seat Belt Pretensioners
This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for the front outboard occupants. Although the seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the seat belt assembly. They can help tighten the seat 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. Seat belt pretensioners can also help tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event.
Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle's seat belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 0 38.
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Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while entering or exiting the vehicle or at any time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the seat belt can damage the webbing and hardware.
Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides
Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide added seat belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Comfort guides are available through your dealer for the rear outboard seating positions. Instructions are included with the guides.
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear seat belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making seat belts effective is wearing them properly.
Seat Belt Extender
If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
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But if a seat belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child restraints. For more information on the proper use and fit of seat belt extenders see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.
Safety System Check
Periodically check the seat belt reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), and seat belt anchorages to make sure they are all in working order. Look for any other loose or damaged seat belt system parts that might keep a seat belt system from performing properly. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted seat belts may not protect you in a crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, have it replaced immediately. If a belt is twisted, it may be possible to untwist by
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reversing the latch plate on the webbing. If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your dealer to fix it.
Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 79.
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt Care 0 38.
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for and maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be lightly cleaned with mild soap and water. Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in the system please see the dealer. Parts may need to be replaced to ensure proper functionality of the system.
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provide adequate protection. Clean and rinse seat belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Allow the webbing to dry.
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash
A crash can damage the seat belt system in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the seat belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
After a minor crash, replacement of seat belts may not be necessary. But the seat belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the seat belt assemblies inspected or replaced.
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Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 79.

Airbag System

The vehicle has the following airbags:
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A frontal airbag for the driver
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A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger
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A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver
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A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger
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A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver
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A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger
The vehicle may have the following airbags:
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A knee airbag for the driver
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A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger
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Seat-mounted side impact airbags for the second row outboard passengers
All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening.
For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger.
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel.
For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback or side of the seat closest to the door.
For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by seat belts. Even though today's airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job.
Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system:
You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your seat belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with seat belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes seat belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 41.
Wearing your seat belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a seat belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person.
Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit
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unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. The seat belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor.
Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.
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There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 79 for more information.
The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
Where Are the Airbags?
The driver knee airbag (if equipped) is below the steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag (if equipped) is below the glove box.
The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.
The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front outboard passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows.
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do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a
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On vehicles with second row seat-mounted side impact airbags, they are in the side of the seatback closest to the door.
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rope or tie‐down through any door or window opening. If you do, the path of an inflating roof-rail airbag will be blocked.
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System 0 38. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system's deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the airbag system determine the severity of the impact. Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design.
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Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or front outboard passenger's head and chest.
Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what is hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down.
Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle, and whether the object is fixed or moving, rigid or deformable, narrow or wide.
Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts.
In addition, the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity.
Knee airbags (if equipped) are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal impacts. Knee airbags are not designed to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts.
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Seat-mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck.
Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck, if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, or in a severe frontal impact.
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs.
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the
inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.
For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 40.
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.
Airbags supplement the protection provided by seat belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's body.
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events, although no system can prevent all such ejections.
But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 41.
Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to seat belts.
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
After the frontal, knee (if equipped), and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbags inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 40.
The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the
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windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle.
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When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention.
The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. The feature may also activate, without airbag inflation, after an event that exceeds a predetermined threshold. After turning the ignition off and then on again, the fuel system will return to normal operation; the doors can be locked,
the interior lamps can be turned off, and the hazard warning flashers can be turned off using the controls for those features. If any of these systems are damaged in the crash they may not operate as normal.
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A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash, there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle.
Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has occurred.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag.
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Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag
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system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.
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The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle
Data Recording and Privacy 0 291 and Event Data Recorders 0 292.
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Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service.
Passenger Sensing System
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
United States
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According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size.
Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating
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The words ON and OFF, or the symbols for on and off, will be visible during the system check. When the system check is complete, either the word ON or OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 80.
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped) under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system.
The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped) should be allowed to inflate or not.
position.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag inflates.
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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one
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can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag(s) are off.
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat, even if the airbag is off. If securing a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat, always move the seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure child restraints in the rear seat. Consider using another vehicle to transport the child when a rear seat is not available.
The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped) if:
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The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied.
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The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat.
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The system determines that a small child is present in a child restraint.
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The system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat.
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A front outboard passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time.
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A front outboard passenger seat is occupied by a smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints.
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There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system.
When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped), the OFF indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 80.
The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped) anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled, the ON indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active.
For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped),
depending upon the person's seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a seat belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person.
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If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 79 for more information, including important safety information.
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle.
3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
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4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child
Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 62 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 64.
5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the ON indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion. Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 24.
6. Restart the vehicle.
If the ON indicator is still lit, secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle, and check with your dealer.
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If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped):
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position.
4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended.
5. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the ON indicator is lit.
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If the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult-sized occupant, the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash, resulting in an increased risk of serious injury or even death. An adult-sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat, if the passenger airbag OFF indicator is lit.
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
Seat belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts”
and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.
A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 47 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates.
The ON indicator may be lit if an object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device is put on an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat.
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Stowing articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system.
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Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Publication Ordering Information 0 289.
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For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end, or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly.
The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing, including improperly repairing or replacing, any parts of the following:
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Airbag system, including airbag modules, front or side impact sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, or airbag wiring
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Front seats, including stitching, seams or zippers
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Seat belts
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Steering wheel, instrument panel, ceiling trim, or pillar garnish trim
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Inner door seals, including speakers
Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, and airbag wiring along with the proper replacement procedures.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors
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that are part of the passenger seat. The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim; or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim designed for a different vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System 0 43.
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 244 for additional important information.
If the vehicle must be modified because you have a disability and have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle's airbag system, or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason, call Customer Assistance. See Customer Assistance Offices 0 284.
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Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 79.
Caution
If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 40. See your dealer for service.
make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 79.
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Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
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A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help
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Child Restraints

Older Children
Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts.
The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below:
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Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
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Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear seat
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belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 34. If a comfort guide is not available, or if the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then return to the booster seat.
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Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
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Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
Q: What is the proper way to wear seat
belts?
A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder
belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt force to the child's pelvic bones in a crash. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.
Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 34.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position.
In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly.
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Never allow more than one child to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured. A seat belt must be used by only one person at a time.
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Never allow a child to wear the seat belt shoulder belt under both arms or 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 belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.
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Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child’s neck. If the
Infants and Young Children
Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child’s neck, the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it.
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the seat belts.
Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
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Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's arms. An infant or child should be secured in an appropriate child restraint.
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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.
Child restraints are devices used to restrain, seat, or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats.
There are three basic types of child restraints:
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Forward-facing child restraints
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Rear-facing child restraints
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Belt-positioning booster seats
The proper child restraint for your child depends on their size, weight, and age, and also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used.
For each type of child restraint, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the child restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
The instruction manual that is provided with the child restraint states the weight and height limitations for that particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs.
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To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash, infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint.
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A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by 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 an appropriate child restraint.
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Child Restraint Systems
Forward-Facing Child Restraint
Rear-Facing Infant Restraint
A rear-facing child restraint provides 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.
A forward-facing child restraint provides restraint for the child's body with the harness.
Booster Seats
A belt-positioning booster seat is used for children who have outgrown their forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's seat belt system until the child is large enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit properly without a booster seat. See the seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 48.
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Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54 for more information. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the following:
1. Instruction labels provided on the child restraint
2. Instruction manual provided with the child restraint
3. This vehicle owner's manual
The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it.
In some areas Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station. For CPST availability in Canada, check with Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office.
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Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint.
Where to Put the Restraint
According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint secured in a rear seating position.
Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position.
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys.
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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System 0 43 for additional information.
When securing a child restraint with the seat belts in a rear seat position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others. Do not install a child restraint in any rear seating position where it cannot be installed securely.
Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able to access adjacent seat belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the seat belt.
The seat in front of an installed child restraint should be adjusted to ensure proper installation according to the child restraint manual.
Wherever a child restraint is installed, be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and secure the child restraint properly.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash. LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The LATCH system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier.
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In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can be properly installed using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use both the seat belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or forward-facing child seat.
Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to secure the child and the booster seat. If the manufacturer recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system, this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on the child.
Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor.
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For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child restraint where the combined weight of the child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb), use either the lower LATCH anchorages with the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt with the top tether anchorage. Where the combined weight of the child and restraint are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat belt with the top tether anchorage only.
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Restraint Type Combined Weight of
Rear-Facing Child Restraint
Rear-Facing Child Restraint
Forward-Facing Child Restraint
Forward-Facing Child Restraint
the Child + Child Restraint
Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Greater than
29.5 kg (65 lb)
Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Greater than
29.5 kg (65 lb)
Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints
Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X
LATCH – Lower
Anchors Only
Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower
Anchors and Top Tether Anchor
X
Seat Belt and Top Tether Anchor
X
See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 62 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 64.
Child restraints built after March 2014 will be labeled with the specific child weight up to which the LATCH system can be used to install the restraint.
The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle.
Not all vehicle seating positions have lower anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be used (with top tether where available) to secure the child restraint. See Securing Child
Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 62 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 64.
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Top Tether Anchor
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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 your child restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (2).
A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment hook (2) on the child restraint 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.
The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top 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
I : Seating positions with top tether
anchors.
H : Seating positions with two lower
anchors.
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To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.
The top tether anchors are on the back of the rear seatbacks. Be sure to use an anchor located directly behind the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is on the trim near the anchor.
Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether 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 position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 53 for additional information.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
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A child could be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly attached to the vehicle using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle seat belt. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
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To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured.
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Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child’s neck. If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child’s neck, the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it.
Buckle any unused seat belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, and tighten the belt behind the child restraint after the child restraint has been installed.
Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments.
Do not fold the rear seatback when the seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a seat belt buckled. This could damage the seat belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat.
If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint 0 53.
1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the seat belt. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual.
1.1. Find the lower anchors for the
desired seating position.
1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
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For rear outboard seating positions, if the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation” at the end of this section.
When installing a rear-facing child restraint, it may be necessary to move the front seat forward to properly install the child restraint per the child restraint manufacturer instructions. See Seat Adjustment 0 25.
1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors.
2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps:
2.1. Find the top tether anchor.
2.2. Remove the cargo cover,
if equipped, before installing the top tether. Place the cargo cover on
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the floor of the cargo area. The cargo cover should remain off while the top tether is in use.
2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions:
If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback.
If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.
If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under
the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts.
If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and around the headrest or head restraint posts.
3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement for proper installation.
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Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation
The rear outboard head restraints can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child restraint.
To remove the head restraint:
1. Partially fold the seatback forward. See Rear Seats 0 28.
2. Press both buttons on the head restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on the head restraint.
3. Store the head restraint in a secure place.
4. When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used.
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With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To reinstall the head restraint:
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1. Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches on the posts must face the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Push the head restraint down. If necessary, press the height adjustment
release button to further lower the head restraint. See Rear Seats 0 28.
3. Try to move the head restraint to make sure it is locked in place.
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
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A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed.
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New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash.
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
When securing a child restraint with the seat belts in a rear seat position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54 for top tether anchor
locations.
Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored.
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached.
If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the seat belt to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 53.
1. Put the child restraint on the seat. For outboard second row seating
positions, remove the seat belt from the guide. Do not secure the child restraint with the seat belt routed through the guide.
When installing a rear-facing child restraint, it may be necessary to move the front seat forward to properly install the child restraint per the child restraint manufacturer instructions.
If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See "Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation" under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54.
2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Position the release button on the buckle, away from the child restraint, so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
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4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor.
5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back 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 Steps 4 and 5.
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6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54.
7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position. If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it.
If the head restraint was removed, reinstall it before the seating position is used. See "Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation" under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54 for additional information on installing the head restraint properly.
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Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat)
This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 53.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped) under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System
0 43 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 80 for
more information, including important safety information.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys.
Warning
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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very
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close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag(s) are off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag(s) are off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat, always move the seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System 0 43 for additional information.
If the child restraint uses a top tether, see
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 54 for top tether anchor
locations.
Warning (Continued)
Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored.
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.
When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the following instructions:
1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. Move the seat upward or the seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight installation of the child restraint.
When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped), the OFF indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 80.
2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
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3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
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5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor.
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Position the release button on the buckle, away from the child restraint, so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back 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 Steps 5 and 6.
7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to
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move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
If the airbag or airbags are off, the OFF indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing System 0 43.
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position.
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Storage

Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Storage Compartments
Warning
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Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments. In a crash, these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury.
Instrument Panel Storage
Pull the handle to open.
Pull up on the handle to open.
Glove Box
Lift up on the glove box lever to open it.
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Cupholders
If equipped, pull the rear seat armrest down to access.
Underseat Storage
If equipped, there is storage under the front passenger seat. Lift the end of the tray and pull it forward to open. Push it in toward the seat to close.
Center Console Storage
For vehicles with center console storage, press the button and slide rearward to open.

Additional Storage Features

Cargo Cover
Warning
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An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle.
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Do not place objects on the cargo cover. Sudden stops or turns can cause objects to be thrown in the vehicle. You or others could be injured.
Pull the strap to lift.
If equipped, use the cargo cover to cover items in the rear of the vehicle.
To install, hang the loops on the liftgate anchors.
Cargo Management System
This vehicle has a cargo management system in the rear.
Fold the load floor. Place the hook from the load floor inside the hook on the side trim.
Convenience Net
The vehicle may have a convenience net.
The net is used to store small loads and should not be used for heavy loads.

Roof Rack System

Warning
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If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off,
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and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier.
For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails included, GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional information.
Caution
Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 75 kg (165 lb) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Do not load cargo exceeding 75 kg (165 lbs) and always load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails and does not block the vehicle lamps or windows. Fasten the cargo securely.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle’s
center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers; otherwise it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle.
See Vehicle Load Limits 0 169.
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Instruments and Controls

Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . 78
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . 80
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . 83
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Immobilizer Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . 86
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch
Screen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch
Screen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
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Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment
To adjust 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. Lift the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See Steering Wheel Controls 0 105.
Horn
Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column.
Move the lever to one of the following positions:
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Use this setting for intermittent wipes
or Rainsense™, if equipped. For intermittent wipes, move the windshield wiper lever to
INT. Turn the frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
If equipped with Rainsense wipes, see “Rainsense” later in this section.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the
wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
x INT band up for more
b : Pull the windshield wiper lever toward
you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the windshield wiper lever is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield
washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 215 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Wipe Parking
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they will immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield.
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing or Rainsense wipes, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield.
Warning
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In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
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Before driving the vehicle, always clear snow and ice from the hood, windshield, roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all lamps and windows. Reduced visibility from snow and ice buildup could lead to a crash.
INT : When enabled, move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
x INT band
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Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 219.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down.
Rainsense™
If equipped with Rainsense, a sensor near the top center of the windshield detects the amount of water on the windshield and controls the frequency of the windshield wiper.
Keep the sensor free from debris to allow for best system performance.
.
Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture.
.
Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture.
.
Move the windshield wiper lever out of the INT position to deactivate Rainsense.
Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to OFF. This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers and/or manual windshield wipers.
With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the wipers will automatically stop at the base of the windshield.
The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has increased.
ON : Press the upper portion of the button for continuous rear window wipes.
OFF : The rear wiper turns off when the button is returned to the middle position.
INT : Press the lower portion of the button for rear intermittent wipes.
m= REAR : Push the windshield wiper lever
forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The lever returns to its starting position when released.
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash, move the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the
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vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper will automatically park under the rear spoiler.
The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has increased.
Reverse Gear Wipes
If the rear wiper control is off, the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the shift lever is in R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes. If the rear wiper control is off, the shift lever is in R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes, then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes.
This feature can be changed. See Vehicle
Personalization (8 Inch Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
The windshield washer reservoir is used for the windshield and the rear window. Check the fluid level in the reservoir if either washer is not working. See Washer Fluid 0 215.
Compass
The vehicle may have a compass display in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Setting the Compass Zone
Under certain circumstances, such as during a long trip or moving to a new area, the compass zone will need to be reset. If the compass is not set to the correct zone, it may give false readings. The compass zone should be set to the area in which the vehicle is currently traveling.
Use the DIC buttons to set the compass zone:
1. While the vehicle is in P (Park), press the MENU button to display the DIC menu.
2. Press and hold SET/CLR while the Set Area display is active.
3. Find the vehicle's current location and zone number on the map. Zones 1 through 15 are available.
4. Use
w x to change to the correct zone
number.
5. Press SET/CLR to confirm the setting.
The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites. When the compass display shows CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a GPS signal. The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again.
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Clock
Set the time and date using the infotainment system. See "Time / Date" under Settings (8 Inch Screen) 0 128 or Settings (7 Inch Screen) 0 153.
Power Outlets
Power Outlet 110/120-Volt Alternating Current
If equipped, this power outlet is on the rear of the center console. It can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts.
An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use. The light comes on when the ignition is on and equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is detected.
The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is off or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet.
If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177. The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected.
The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly, if any of the following are plugged in:
.
Equipment with high initial peak wattage, such as compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools
.
Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets and touch sensor lamps
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.
Medical equipment

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
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Instrument Cluster
English Shown, Metric Similar
1. Tachometer 0 77
2. Fuel Gauge 0 77
3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
0 78
4. Speedometer 0 77
5. Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 86
Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster.
Use the controls to open and scroll through the different items and displays.
1. SET/CLR : Press to set or clear the menu item when it is displayed.
2.
\ : Turn the band to scroll through the
menu items.
3. MENU: Press to access the cluster applications. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
Press MENU to access the cluster applications. Use list of available applications. Not all
applications will be available on all vehicles.
.
Info app. This is where you can view the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 86.
.
Navigation
.
Options
\ to scroll through the
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Navigation
Press SET/CLR to select the Navigation app. Use
\ to highlight available options.
If there is no active route, you can resume the last route and turn the voice prompts on/off. If there is an active route, press SET/ CLR to cancel route guidance or turn the voice prompts on/off.
Options
Press SET/CLR to select the Options app. Use
\ to scroll through the items in the
Options menu.
Unit : Press SET/CLR while Unit is displayed to enter the Units menu. Choose U.S. or metric units by pressing SET/CLR while the desired item is highlighted.
Info Pages : Press SET/CLR while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info Pages menu. Press SET/CLR to edit the list of info apps displayed. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 86.
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 86.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop mode, when the engine is shutting off and restarting.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
If the engine is operated with the rpm’s in the warning area at the high end of the tachometer, the vehicle could be
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damaged, and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the engine with the rpm’s in the warning area.
Fuel Gauge
Metric
Caution
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.
It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank.
.
The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up.
.
The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.
English
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank.
An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There is a small amount of fuel left, but the fuel tank should be filled soon.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge:
.
At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Metric
English
This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.
If the pointer moves toward the warning area at the high end of the gauge, the engine is too hot.
This reading indicates the same thing as the warning light. It means that the engine coolant has overheated. If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating 0 214.
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Seat Belt Reminders
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind in front of passenger to fasten the seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten the seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on.
Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Light
The vehicle may have a front passenger seat belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator.
times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
If the passenger seat belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on.
The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the seat belt.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. It is located in the instrument cluster. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the passenger sensing system (if equipped),
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the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System 0 38.
The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.
Warning
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If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on.
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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 43 for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator.
United States
Canada
When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or the on or off
symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped).
If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped) are allowed to inflate.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag (if equipped).
If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.
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If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right
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away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 79 for more information, including important safety information.
Charging System Light
This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on, and the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working.
It should go out when the engine is started. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery. If a short distance must be driven with the light on, turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner, to help reduce the drain on the battery.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 173.
Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable. Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage.
Caution
If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission control system may not work as well, the fuel economy may be lower, and the vehicle may not
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run smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause this light to come on. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications 0 201.
If the light is flashing : A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions. Diagnosis and service may be required.
To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades.
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If the light continues to flash, find a safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is on steady : A malfunction has been detected. Diagnosis and service may be required.
Check the following:
.
If equipped with capless fuel fill: If fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless funnel adapter, make sure that it has been removed. See “Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” under Filling the
Tank (Capless Fuel Fill) 0 196 or Filling the Tank (Capped Fuel Fill) 0 197.
The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the light.
.
If equipped with capped fuel fill: A loose or missing fuel cap may cause the light to come on. See Filling the Tank (Capless Fuel Fill) 0 196 or
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Filling the Tank (Capped Fuel Fill) 0 197. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed may turn the light off.
.
Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient engine operation and poor drivability, which may go away once the engine is warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel brand. It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel 0 195.
If the light remains on, see your dealer.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test, the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC).
service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 199. See your dealer if assistance is needed.
The vehicle may not pass inspection if:
.
The light is on when the engine is running.
.
The light does not come on when the ignition is in Service Mode.
.
Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed. If this happens, the vehicle would not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down, or if the vehicle has been recently serviced.
See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test.
Brake System Warning Light
The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Connecting devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to
Metric English
This light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
When the vehicle is on, the brake system warning light also comes on when the parking brake is set. The light stays on if the parking brake does not fully release. If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. The brake pedal might be harder to push, or the brake pedal may go closer to the floor. It could take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle 0 254.
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The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.
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Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
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See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 191.
Traction Off Light
This light comes on briefly when the engine is started.
If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then goes off.
If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. 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. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light 0 82.
This light is green if LDW is on and ready to operate.
This light changes to amber and flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction.
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 194.
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
If equipped, this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead.
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off.
The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak/ESC button.
This light and the StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light come on when StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is turned off.
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited. Adjust driving accordingly.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 184.
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StabiliTrak OFF Light
Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak Light
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
This light comes on when the StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is turned off. If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the Traction Control System (TCS) is also off.
If StabiliTrak/ESC and TCS are off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak/ ESC systems, and the warning light turns off.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 184.
The StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on briefly when the engine is started.
If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off.
If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak/ESC system have been disabled.
If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively working.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 184.
Tire Pressure Light
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS.
When the Light Is On Steady
This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated.
Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure 0 237.
When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady
If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 238.
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Engine Oil Pressure Light
Caution
Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil.
This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer.
Low Fuel Warning Light
This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on as a check to indicate it is working. If it does not come on, have it fixed.
The low fuel warning light comes on and a chime sounds periodically when the vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns off when fuel is added to the fuel tank.
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Immobilizer Light
The immobilizer light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off.
If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the immobilizer system. See Immobilizer Operation 0 19.
High-Beam On Light
This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use.
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See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 96.
Door Ajar Light
Lamps On Reminder
This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check
This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use, except when only the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are active. See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 96.
Cruise Control Light
For vehicles with cruise control, the cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active.
The light turns off when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control 0 185.
that all doors are properly closed.

Information Displays

Driver Information Center (DIC)
The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle Messages 0 88. All messages appear in the DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster.
The vehicle may also have features that can be customized through the controls on the radio. See Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch
Screen) 0 89 or Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen) 0 93.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected.
The bottom of the DIC display shows the position of the shift lever and the odometer. It may also show the direction the vehicle is driving.
In cold weather the DIC display may change slowly. This is normal and will move more quickly as the vehicle's interior temperature rises.
Use the controls to open and scroll through the different items and displays.
SET/CLR : Press to set or clear the menu item displayed.
\ : Turn the band to scroll through the
items in each menu.
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MENU : Press to display the Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
DIC Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Options app.
1. Press MENU to access the cluster applications.
2. Use
\ to scroll to the Options menu
and press SET/CLR.
\ to choose the Info pages. Press
3. Use SET/CLR to select.
4. Select Edit List.
5. Use
\ to move through the list of
possible information displays.
6. Press SET/CLR while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an item is selected, a checkmark will appear next to it.
7. To exit, scroll to Exit and select.
DIC Menu Items
Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the Info menu is displayed. Use through the menu items. Not all items are
available on every vehicle.
.
Digital Speedometer
.
Trip A or B, Average Fuel Economy
.
Fuel Range
.
Oil Life
.
Tire Pressure
.
Fuel Economy
Digital Speedometer
The speedometer shows how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset.
Trip A or Trip B, Average Fuel Economy
Displays the current distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), from the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing and holding the reset stem in the cluster while the trip odometer display is showing.
Also displays the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is based on the
\ scroll
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number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now, and will change as driving conditions change. The average fuel economy can be reset by pressing SET/CLR while the Average Fuel Economy display is showing.
Fuel Range
This display shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be reset.
Oil Life
This display shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If OIL LIFE 99% REMAINING is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 0 207. In addition to the Engine Oil Life System monitoring the oil life, additional
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maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Maintenance Schedule 0 266 for more information.
Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the Engine Oil Life System, press SET/CLR while the Remaining Oil Life display is active. See Engine Oil Life System 0 209.
Tire Pressure
The display will show a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi). See Tire Pressure Monitor System
0 238 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 238 for
more information.
Fuel Economy
The center displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a number and bar graph. Displayed above the bar graph is a running average of fuel economy
for the most recently travelled selected distance. Displayed below the bar graph is the best average fuel economy that has been achieved for the selected distance. The selected distance is displayed at the top of the page as “last xxx mi/km”.
Press SET/CLR to select the distance or reset best value.
Hold SET/CLR to reset the best average fuel economy. After reset, the best value displays until the selected distance has been travelled. The display provides information on how current driving behavior affects the running average and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved for the selected distance.
Compass
The vehicle has a compass display in the DIC. See Compass 0 74 for more information.

Vehicle Messages

Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another.
The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message does not correct the problem.
If a SERVICE message appears, see your dealer.
Follow the instructions given in the messages. The system displays messages regarding the following topics:
.
Service Messages
.
Fluid Levels
.
Vehicle Security
.
Brakes
.
Ride Control Systems
.
Driver Assistance Systems
.
Cruise Control
.
Lighting and Bulb Replacement
.
Wiper/Washer Systems
.
Doors and Windows
.
Seat Belts
.
Airbag Systems
.
Engine and Transmission
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Tire Pressure
.
Battery
Vehicle Speed Messages
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in propulsion power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. Under certain conditions the performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, or displays repeatedly, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Under certain operating conditions, propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting after the ignition has been off for 30 seconds.
This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited speed is a protection for various propulsion and vehicle systems, such as lubrication, brakes, thermal, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires.

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization (8 Inch Screen)
Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.
To see if your vehicle has the 8 inch screen, see Overview (8 Inch Screen) 0 104.
The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.
To access the personalization menus:
1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home Page of the infotainment display.
2. Touch the desired feature to display a list of available options.
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3. Touch to select the desired feature setting.
4. Press BACK on the center stack or touch
S on the infotainment display to return
to the previous menu or exit.
Personalization Menus
The following list of features may be available:
.
Time and Date
.
Rear Seat Reminder
.
Language
.
Valet Mode
.
Radio
.
Vehicle
.
Bluetooth
.
Apple CarPlay
.
Android Auto
.
Voice
.
Display
.
Rear Camera
.
Return to Factory Settings
.
Software Information
.
Wi-Fi
Each menu is detailed in the following information.
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Time and Date
Manually set the time and date. See "Time / Date" under Settings (8 Inch Screen) 0 128.
Rear Seat Reminder
This allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has been opened before or during operation of the vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Language
Select Language, then select from the available language(s).
Valet Mode
To turn Valet Mode on and off, see “Valet Mode” in Settings (8 Inch Screen) 0 128.
Radio
To manage the radio features, see “Radio” in Settings (8 Inch Screen) 0 128.
Vehicle
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Collision/Detection Systems
.
Comfort and Convenience
.
Lighting
.
Power Door Locks
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Collision/Detection Systems
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
.
Side Blind Zone Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Select Off or On. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 189.
Side Blind Zone Alert
Select Off or On. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 193.
Comfort and Convenience
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Chime Volume
.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the chime volume level.
Touch + or − to adjust the volume.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
When on and the front wiper is on, the rear wiper will automatically activate when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse).
Select Off or On.
Lighting
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Vehicle Locator Lights
.
Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior lamps when
K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
.
Auto Door Unlock
.
Delayed Door Lock
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Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available.
Select Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors.
Select Off or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
.
Remote Lock Feedback
.
Remote Door Unlock
.
Passive Door Unlock
.
Passive Door Lock
.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing
transmitter.
When set to Driver Door, the driver door will unlock the first time all doors will unlock when
second time. When set to All Doors, all of the doors will unlock at the first press of
Select All Doors or Driver Door.
K on the RKE
K is pressed and
K is pressed a
K.
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Passive Door Unlock
This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.
Passive Door Lock
This allows passive locking to be turned on or off and selects feedback. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
Select Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert.
Select Off or On.
Bluetooth
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Pair New Device
.
Device Management
.
Ringtones
.
Voice Mail Numbers
.
Text Message Alerts
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Pair New Device
Select to pair a new device. See Bluetooth (Overview for 8 Inch Screen) 0 122 or Bluetooth (Pairing and Using the Phone for 8 Inch Screen) 0 122 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition for 8 Inch Screen) 0 125.
Device Management
Select to connect to a different phone source, disconnect a phone, or delete a phone.
Ringtones
Touch to change the ring tone for the specific phone. The phone does not need to be connected to change the ring tone.
Voice Mail Numbers
This feature displays the voice mail number for all connected phones. To change the voice mail number, touch the edit icon. Type a new number, then touch SAVE.
Text Message Alerts
This allows the feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On.
Apple CarPlay
Select and the following may display:
.
Apple CarPlay
.
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Apple CarPlay
This feature allows Apple devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Select to manage Apple devices. Apple CarPlay must be on for this feature to be accessed.
Android Auto
Select and the following may display:
.
Android Auto
.
Manage Android Auto Devices
Android Auto
This feature allows Android devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
Manage Android Auto Devices
Select to manage Android devices. Android Auto must be on for this feature to be accessed.
Voice
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Confidence Threshold
.
Prompt Length
.
Audio Feedback Speed
.
Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
Confidence Threshold
This feature allows the adjustment of the sensitivity of the speech recognition system.
Select Confirm More or Confirm Less.
Prompt Length
This feature adjusts the voice prompt length.
Select Short or Long.
Audio Feedback Speed
This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed.
Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.
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Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
This feature gives tips on what to say when using voice recognition.
Select Off or On.
Display
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Calibrate Touchscreen
.
Turn Display Off
Calibrate Touchscreen
Select to calibrate the touchscreen, then follow the prompts.
Turn Display Off
Select to turn the display off. Touch anywhere on the infotainment display or press any infotainment controls on the center stack to turn the display on.
Rear Camera
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Guidance Lines
.
Rear Park Assist Symbols
Guidance Lines
Select to turn Off or On. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 189.
Rear Park Assist Symbols
Select to turn Off or On.
Return to Factory Settings
Select and the following may be displayed:
.
Restore Vehicle Settings
.
Clear All Private Data
.
Restore Radio Settings
Restore Vehicle Settings
This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings.
Select Restore or Cancel.
Clear All Private Data
This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle.
Select Delete or Cancel.
Restore Radio Settings
This allows selection to restore radio settings.
Select Restore or Cancel.
Software Information
Select to view or update the infotainment system current software information.
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Wi-Fi
Select and the following may display:
.
Wi-Fi
.
Manage Wi-Fi Networks
Wi-Fi
This feature allows Wi-Fi networks to be turned off or on.
Select Off or On.
Manage Wi-Fi Networks
Select to manage Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi must be on for this feature to be accessed.
Vehicle Personalization (7 Inch Screen)
The following are all possible vehicle personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.
To see if your vehicle has the 7 inch screen, see Overview (7 Inch Screen) 0 137.
For System and Apps features and functions, see Settings (7 Inch Screen) 0 153.
To access the vehicle personalization menu:
1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page of the infotainment display.
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2. Touch Vehicle to display a list of available options.
3. Touch to select the desired feature setting.
4. Touch
5. Touch
The menu may contain the following:
Rear Seat Reminder
This allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has been opened before or during operation of the vehicle.
Touch Off or On.
Collision/Detection Systems
Touch and the following may display:
.
.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Alert feature to be turned on or off. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 189.
Touch Off or On.
9 or R to turn a feature off or on.
z to go to the top level of the
Settings menu.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Side Blind Zone Alert
Side Blind Zone Alert
Select Off or On. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 193.
Comfort and Convenience
Touch and the following may display:
.
Chime Volume
.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
Chime Volume
This determines the chime volume level.
Touch the controls on the infotainment display to adjust the volume.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
When on and the front wiper is on, the rear wiper will automatically activate when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse).
Touch Off or On.
Lighting
Touch and the following may display:
.
Vehicle Locator Lights
.
Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exterior lamps and allows some of the exterior lamps and most of the interior lamps to turn on briefly
when
K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle.
Touch Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside.
Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks
Touch and the following may display:
.
Open Door Anti Lockout
.
Auto Door Unlock
.
Delayed Door Lock
Open Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available.
Touch Off or On.
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Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door.
Touch Off or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Touch and the following may display:
.
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
.
Remote Lock Feedback
.
Remote Door Unlock
.
Passive Door Unlock
.
Passive Door Lock
.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Touch Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing
K on the RKE
transmitter.
Touch All Doors or Driver Door.
Passive Door Unlock
This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle.
Touch All Doors or Driver Door Only.
Passive Door Lock
This allows passive locking to be turned on or off and selects feedback. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.
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Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu also enables the Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert.
Touch Off or On.
Valet Mode
This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations, if equipped.
To enable valet mode:
1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the system. Touch Back to go back to the previous menu.
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Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . 96
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . 97
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . 98
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 101
The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
There are four positions:
O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn to reactivate the AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps including
all lamps, except the headlamps.
O again
5 : Turns on the headlamps together with
the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition is off and the headlamps are on.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
3 : Push the turn signal lever away from
you and release, to turn the high beams on.
To return to low beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and release.
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This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Flash-to-Pass
To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it is not covered.
The DRL system makes the low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met:
.
The ignition is on.
.
The exterior lamp control is in AUTO.
.
The engine is running.
When the DRL are on, the taillamps, sidemarker, instrument panel, and other lamps will not be on.
The headlamps automatically change from DRL to the regular headlamps depending on the darkness of the surroundings. The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on.
When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps go off and the DRL come on.
The DRL turn off when the headlamps are turned to
vehicles first sold in Canada, this control only works when the vehicle is parked.
O or the ignition is off. For
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamp control is in the automatic position, the headlamps come on automatically. See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 96.
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The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered, or the headlamps will be on when they are not needed.
The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel.
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 is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp system changes to the DRL. During that delay, the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument
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panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 98.
Lights On with Wipers
If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. Move the
exterior lamp control to disable this feature.
P or ; to
| : Press and momentarily hold to make
the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press and momentarily hold again to turn the flashers off.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 225.

Interior Lighting

Instrument Panel Illumination Control
Hazard Warning Flashers
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. The turn signal flashes three times.
The lever returns to its starting position when it is released.
The brightness of the instrument cluster display, infotainment display and controls, steering wheel controls, and all other illuminated controls, as well as feature status indicators can be adjusted.
The knob for this feature is on the instrument panel beside the steering column.
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Push the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights.
H : When the button is returned to the
middle position, the lamps turn on automatically when a door is opened.
' : Press to turn on the dome lamps.
Courtesy Lamps
The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position.
Dome Lamps
Front and Rear Dome Lamps
The rear dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the rear seats.
9 : Press to turn the lamps off, even when
a door is open.
H : When the button is returned to the
middle position, the lamps turn on
The front dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
( : Press to turn the lamps off, even when
a door is open.
automatically when a door is opened.
R : Press to turn on the dome lamps.
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Reading Lamps
The front reading lamps are in the overhead console.
# or $ : Press to turn each lamp on
or off.

Lighting Features

Entry Lighting
Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in areas with limited
lighting, when Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a door is opened, the interior lamps come on. They stay on for about 20 seconds. When all
K is pressed on the Remote
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