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In Brief ........................ 1-1

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

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehic le Feat ure s . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Keys, Doors, and

Windows .................... 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Vehic le Secu rit y . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Seats and Restraints ....... .. 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34

Storage ....................... 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3

Instruments and Controls .... 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25

Vehic le Mess age s . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 29

Vehic le Pers ona lization . . . . . . . 5- 35

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-39

Lighting ....................... 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System ...... .. . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-24

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-36

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47

Climate Controls ......... .... 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

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Driving and Operating ........ 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-28

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-32

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-33

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-37

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-44

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46

Tow i ng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 52

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-52

Vehic le Care ................. 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-2

Vehic le Chec ks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-33

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-89

Tow i ng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 -9 5

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-98

Service and Maintenance ... 11-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3

Special Application

Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-9

Additional Maintenance

and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9

Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-13

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-16

Tec h n i cal Data ............... 12-1

Vehic le Iden tif ication . . . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehic le Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Customer Information ....... 13-1

Customer Information . . . . . . . .13-1

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-17

Vehic le Data Record ing and

Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-18

OnStar ....................... 14-1

OnStar Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2

OnStar Additional

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5

Index ..................... i-1

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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 REGAL are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22860162 B Second Printing

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

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens

AFrenchlanguagecopyofthis manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:

Helm, Incorporated P. O . B o x 0 7 1 3 0 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com

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Using this Manual

To q u ic k l y l o ca t e inf o rm a t io n ab ou t the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.

Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.

Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

WARNING

{

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.

Acirclewithaslashthroughitisa safety symbol which means “Do Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.

M : This symbol is shown when

you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information.

* : This symbol is shown when

you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.

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Vehicle Symbol Chart

Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.

9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls

or OnStar

$ : Brake System Warning Light

" : Charging System

I : Cruise Control

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps

# : Fog Lamps

. : Fuel Gauge

+ : Fuses

3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Changer

( : Heated Steering Wheel

j : LATCH System Child

Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

} : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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Instrument Panel

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

Initial Drive Information

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Steering Wheel

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

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-12

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Vehicle Features

Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-17

Bluetooth

................... 1-18

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-18

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Vehic le Pers ona lization . . . . . . 1-20

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-20

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

eAssist Features

eAssist®Overview . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

High Voltage Safety

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . 1-23

Automatic Engine Start/Stop

Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 1-23

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control

System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

StabiliTrak

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-25

Tire Sealant and

Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-26

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-26

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

OnStar

System . . . . . . . . . 1-24

.......... ....... .... 1-27

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A. Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6�1.

Fog Lamps on page 6�4.

Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6�4.

B. Air Vents on page 8�7.

C. Turn and Lane�Change Lever.

See Turn and Lane - C h ange Signals on page 6�3.

Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5�25.

D. Cruise Control on page 9�42.

E. Instrument Cluster on page 5�9.

F. Horn on page 5�3.

Driver Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3�23.

G. Driver Information Center

Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5�25.

H. Steering Wheel Controls on

page 5�2.

I. Windshield Wiper/Washer on

page 5�3.

J. Keyless Ignition Button

(If Equipped). See Ignition

Positions (Key Access) on page 9�15 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9�17.

K. Infotainment on page 7�2.

L. Tra c t i on Control S y s t em (TCS)

on page 9�37 (If Equipped).

StabiliTrak

System on

page 9�39 (If Equipped).

M. Infotainment Display.

N. Power Door Locks on

page 2�10.

Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6�3.

Passenger Sensing System on page 3�27.

O. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on

page 9�44.

P. F r o n t P a s s e n g e r Ai r b a g . S e e

Where Are the Airbags? on page 3�23.

Q. Hood Release. See Hood on

page 10�5.

R. Data Link Connector (Out of

View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5�15.

S. Instrument Panel Fuse Block on

page 10�42.

Instrument Panel Storage on page 4�1.

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T. Steering Wheel Adjustment on

page 5�2.

U. Ignition Positions (Key Access)

on page 9�15 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9�17.

V. Heated Front Seats on

page 3�7.

W. Storage Compartmen t.

X. Shift Lever. See Automatic

Tra n s m ission on p a g e 9 �28 or Manual Transmission on page 9�32.

Y. Climate Control Systems on

page 8�1 (If Equipped) or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8�3

(If Equipped).

Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.

For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle. On vehicles with remote start the distance will be greater.

Press the button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks. This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start.

K : Press to unlock the driver door

or all doors.

Q : Press to lock all doors.

Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.

V : Press and hold to open the

trunk.

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7 : Press and release one time to

locate the vehicle. Press and hold for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.

See Keys on page 2�2 and Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2�3.

Remote Vehicle Start

For vehicles with this feature, the engine can be started from outside the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.

2. Press and release

3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold

the turn signal lamps flash, or for about two seconds if the vehicle is not in view.

/ until

When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.

The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.

Canceling a Remote Start

To c a nc e l a re m ot e st ar t , do o n e o f the following:

Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold

until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2�8.

Door Locks

To l o ck o r u n l oc k th e d o or, use t he Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key from outside the vehicle, and the door lock knob or switch from inside the vehicle.

From inside the vehicle, pull the door handle once to unlock it and a second time to open it.

See Door Locks on page 2�9 for additional information.

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Power Door Locks

K : Press to unlock the doors.

Q : Press to lock the doors.

See Vehicle Personalization on page 5�35 for more information.

Trunk Release

To o p en t he t r un k , p r e ss V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or press the touch pad (A) under the vehicle emblem.

See Trun k o n p a ge 2�11 for additional information.

Windows

The power window switches are located on the driver door. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window.

Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the front of the switch up to raise it.

See Power Windows on page 2�17 for additional information.

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Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats

A. Seatback Recline Lever

B. Height Adjustment Switch

C. Seat Position Handle

To a d ju s t the s ea t po si t i on :

1. Pull the handle (C) under the front of the seat cushion.

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle (C).

3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.

Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch (B) to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch (B) when the desired height is reached.

To r a is e or re cl i ne t h e s e at b ack , use the lever (A) on the outboard side of the seat. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3�6.

Power Seats

A. Seat Adjustment Control

B. Reclining Seatbacks

C. Lumbar Adjustment

To a d ju s t a po w er s ea t , if e q ui p p ed :

Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control (A) forward or rearward.

Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control (A) up or down.

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Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the control (A) up or down.

See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3�5 for more information.

To r a is e or re cl i ne t h e s e at b ack , til t the top of the control (B) forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3�6.

Press the front or rear of the control (C) to increase or decrease lumbar support. Press and hold the top or bottom of the control (C) to raise or lower lumbar support. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3�5.

Heated Seats

Uplevel Buttons Shown, Base

Buttons Similar

If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the ignition must be on.

Press

M or L to heat the driver or

passenger seat cushion and seatback. Indicator lights on the button or on the climate control display show the current setting.

See Heated Front Seats on page 3�7 for more information.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

To a c hi e v e a c om f or t a bl e se at i ng position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.

For more information see Head

Restraints on page 3�2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3�4.

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Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:

Safety Belts on page 3�10.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3�12.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3�13.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3�42.

Passenger Sensing System

The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system.

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3�27 for important information.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors

1. Turn the control knob to the L(Left)orR(Right)selecting the driver or passenger mirror.

2. Push the control knob to the left, right, up, or down to adjust the mirror.

See Power Mirrors on page 2�15.

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Interior Mirror

The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you.

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2�16.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To a d ju s t the s te e r in g wh ee l :

1. Pull the lever (A) down.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.

4. Pull the lever (A) up to lock the steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

The interior lamps control located in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps.

( : Turns the lamps off. H : Turns the lamps on when any

door is opened.

' : Keeps the lamps on all

the time.

Reading Lamps

There are front and rear reading lamps.

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The front reading lamps are located in the overhead console.

The rear reading lamps are located in the headliner.

# or $ : Press to turn each lamp

on or off.

For more information, see:

Dome Lamps on page 6�5.

Exterior Lighting

This control is located on the instrument panel on the outboard side of the steering wheel.

O : Turns off the exterior lamps.

The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to

O again to reactivate the

AUTO mode.

In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate once the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).

AUTO: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.

; : Turns on the parking lamps

together with the following:

Sidemarker Lamps

Tai l lam p s

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights

2 : Turns on the headlamps

together with the following:

Sidemarker Lamps

Tai l lam p s

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights

Parking Lamps

For more information, see:

Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6�1.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6�2.

Fog Lamps on page 6�4.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering column.

2: Use for fast wipes.

1: Use for slow wipes.

Windshield Washer

Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5�3.

3 : Turn the band up for more

frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

9 : Use to turn the windshield

wipers off.

3 : For a single wipe, briefly move

the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.

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The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems.

Climate Control System

In Brief 1-13

A. Air Conditioning

B. Temperature Control

C. Air Delivery Modes

D. Fan Control

E. Defrost

F. Re c ir c ula t io n

G. Rear Defogger

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System for Non�eAssist Vehicles

A. Air Conditioning

B. Driver and Passenger

Tem p era t ur e Co nt r o ls

C. Heated Seats

D. Air Delivery Modes

E. Climate Display

F. De f ro s t

G. Recirculation

H. Fan Controls

I. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

J. Rear Defogger

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Transmission

Automatic Transmission

A. Eco/Comfort Air Conditioning

B. Driver and Passenger

Tem p era t ur e Co nt r o ls

C. Heated Seats

D. Air Delivery Modes

E. Climate Display

F. De f ro s t

G. Recirculation

H. Fan Controls

I. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

J. Rear Defogger

See Climate Control Systems on

page 8�1 (If Equipped) or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8�3 (If Equipped).

P: Park

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Drive

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Manual Mode

Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature:

1. Move the shift lever to the left from D (Drive) into the side gate marked with (+) and (−).

2. Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift.

See Automatic Transmission on page 9�28.

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

/ O : Press to turn the system

on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.

SRCE: Press to choose between FM, AM, XM™,ifequipped,orCD.

Multifunction Knob: Turn to select radio stations.

station or track.

¨ \ : Press to seek the next

station or track.

Buttons 1 to 6: Press to save and select favorite stations.

INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track, or to display the time when the ignition is off.

For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7�10.

Storing a Favorite Station

Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.

To s t or e th e s t a ti o n t o a p os i ti o n in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard. The stored station will begin playback.

For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7�14.

Setting the Clock (Radio with CD)

Setting the Time and Date

1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings.

2. Select Set Time or Set Date.

3. Turn the Multifunction knob to adjust the highlighted value.

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4. Press the Multifunction knob to select the next value.

5. To save the time and return to the Time Settings menu, press the BACK button at any time or press the Multifunction button after adjusting the minutes.

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format

1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings.

2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format.

3. Press the Multifunction knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

Setting the Clock (Radio with CD and Touchscreen)

To s e t t h e tim e :

1. Press the CONFIG button to enter the menu options. Turn the Multifunction knob to scroll through the available setup features. Press the Multifunction knob or press the Time screen button to display other options within that feature.

2. Press + or − to decrease or increase the Hours and Minutes displayed on the clock.

12/24 HR Format: Press the 12 HR screen button for standard time; press the 24 HR screen button for military time.

Day + or Day −: Press the Day + or Day − display buttons to increase or decrease the day.

Display: Press Display to turn the display of the time on the screen on or off.

See Clock on page 5�5.

Satellite Radio

Vehic les wit h an XM™ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can receive XM programming.

XM Satellite Radio Service

XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of

programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service.

For more information refer to:

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

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).

For more information, see Satellite Radio on page 7�19.

Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. External devices such as iPods laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, depending on the audio system.

For more information, see Auxiliary Devices on page 7�29.

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Bluetooth

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

The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.

See Bluetooth (Overview) on

page 7�36 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7�38 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7�41.

Steering Wheel Controls

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

b / g : Press to interact with the

available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system.

$ / i : Press to silence the

vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call.

_ SRC ^ : Move the thumbwheel

up or down to select an audio source.

Press

_ or ^ to select the next or

previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track.

x −: Press + to increase or − to

decrease the volume.

For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5�2.

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Cruise Control

5 : Press to turn the cruise control

system on and off.

* : Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate.

SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down toward SET/- to set a speed and activate cruise control, or to make the vehicle decelerate.

See Cruise Control on page 9�42.

Navigation System

If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system.

The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.

See the navigation system manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.

A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear

the menu item when it is displayed.

w / x : Use the thumbwheel

to scroll through the items in each menu.

C. MENU: Press to display the

Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu. This button is

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also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.

For more information, see Driver

Information Center (DIC) on page 5�25.

Vehicle Personalization

The audio system controls are used to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.

To e n te r t he p er s on a l iz a tio n me nu s :

1. Press CONFIG to access the Configuration Settings menu.

2. Turn the Multifunction knob to highlight Vehicle Settings.

3. Press the center of the Multifunction knob to select the Vehic le Sett ing s menu.

The following list of menu items will be available:

Climate and Air Quality

Comfort and Convenience

Collision/Detection Systems

Language

Lighting

Power Door Locks

Remote Lock/Unlock/Start

Return to Factory Settings

See Vehicle Personalization on page 5�35.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

If available, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information.

Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.

See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9�44 for more information.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.

This outlet is located under the armrest inside the center console storage.

The outlet is powered when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained

Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9�24.

Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet.

See Power Outlets on page 5�6.

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Sunroof

For vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9�24 for more information.

To o p en o r c l o se t he s un r o of , pr es s switch (A) to the first detent position.

To e x pr e s s o p en o r c l ose t he sunroof with the safety function enabled, press the open or close sunroof switch (A) to the second detent position and release. To stop the movement, press the switch again.

To a u to m a ti c all y ti lt o r c l os e th e sunroof, press the tilt open or close sunroof switch (B).

If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. The sunroof will then return to the full-open or vent position.

The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.

See Sunroof on page 2�19 for more information.

eAssist Features

eAssist®Overview

If the vehicle has eAssist, there are several additional features which contribute to increased efficiency.

Vehic les wit h eAssi st h ave an automatic engine start/stop feature. This feature saves fuel by shutting the engine off when the vehicle is stopped. When the engine shuts off automatically, all the accessories will continue to operate normally. In very hot or cold conditions, the engine will only shut off automatically part of the time. See Starting the Engine on page 9�19.

There are two air conditioning settings available. The comfort setting maximizes cabin comfort. The eco setting maximizes efficiency allowing more frequent, and longer engine stops than the comfort setting. See Dual Automatic

Climate Control System on page 8�3.

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This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. See Hill Start Assist (HSA) on page 9�37.

Vehic les wit h eAssi st h ave a slightly different instrument cluster, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. See Instrument Cluster on page 5�9.ThereisalsoaPower Flow Gauge in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See

Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5�25.

The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is cooled with air drawn from the vehicle interior.

The cold air intake for the battery is located behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Do not cover the intake. See Battery on page 10�29.

High Voltage Safety Information

eAssist vehicles have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service.

The negative 12-volt battery cable and the high voltage cable in the engine compartment are clearly labeled. In emergency situations, first responders can cut those cables to disable the high voltage battery system.

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Driver Efficiency Gauge

This gauge assists in driving efficiently and may vary during normal operation.

To m a xi m i ze e ff i c ie n cy, k ee p th e gauge pointed in the solid green zone in the center of the gauge.

See Driver Efficiency Gauge on page 5�12 for more information.

Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature

Vehic les wit h eAssi st h ave an automatic engine start/stop feature. After the engine is started and has reached operating temperature, the auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn off when the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop. When the brake pedal is released, or the accelerator pedal is applied, the engine will restart. The engine will continue to run until the next auto stop.

To r e st a r t t h e e n gi n e dur i ng t h e a u to stop, release the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal. The engine starts immediately. The vehicle continues to run until the next stop.

AUTO STOP on the tachometer signifies that the engine is in auto stop mode. See Ta c h o m e t er on page 5�11 for more information. Achimewillsoundwhenthedriver door is opened while in auto stop mode. Remember to shift to P (Park) and turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF before exiting the vehicle.

See Starting the Engine on page 9�19.

Regenerative Braking

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

The system works whenever the accelerator pedal is released, and increases the energy captured as more brake pedal is applied.

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Battery

This vehicle has a standard 12�volt battery. Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new standard 12�volt battery is needed.

eAssist vehicles also have a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. See Battery on page 10�29.

Service

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

Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10�4.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel slip. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To t u rn o f f t r ac t i on c on t r ol , pr es s and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button, located on the instrument

panel.

i illuminates and the

appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5�33.

Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.

For more information, see Tr action

Control System (TCS) on page 9�37.

StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To t u rn o f f b o th t rac t io n co nt r ol and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button, located on the instrument panel,

until

i and g illuminate in the

instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5�33.

Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button to turn on both systems.

For more information, see

StabiliTrak

System on page 9�39.

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