Cadillac SRX 2012 User Manual

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

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

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

Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . .1-17

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Keys, Doors, and

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

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

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-23

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

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

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

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

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-23

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

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

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

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . ...4-11

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

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

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-27

Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-32

Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-40

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-46

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

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

Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-7

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

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

Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-37

Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-49

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-73

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

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

Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-6

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

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

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23

Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-24

Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 9-28

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-32

Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-36

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38

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

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-61

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Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-3

Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-32

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-88

Towing . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-93

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-97

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1

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

Cadillac Premium Care

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

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-4

Special Application

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

Additional Maintenance

and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-10

Recommended Fluids,

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

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15

Technical Data . . . . . . ......... 12-1

Vehicle Identification.. . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

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

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

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-19

Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-21

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, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, and SRX are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20892406 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 Cadillac Motor Car Division

wherever it appears in this manual.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for

quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens

A French language copy of this 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 Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170

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iv Introduction

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.

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.

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.

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

g : Outside Power Foldaway

Mirrors

} : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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2 NOTES

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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

Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 1-6

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

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

Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Heated and Ventilated

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 1-10

Head Restraint

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

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 1-10

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-11

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Steering Wheel

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Throttle and Brake Pedal

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-14

Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-16

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Vehicle Features

Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-18

Bluetooth

Mobile Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-19

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Navigation System . . . . . . . .. . . 1-20

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

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

Rear Vision

Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-21

Storage Compartments . . . . . . 1-21

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Universal Remote System . . . 1-22

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control

System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

StabiliTrak

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-23

Tire Sealant and

Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-23

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-23

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-24

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

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

OnStar

System . . . . . . . . . 1-22

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

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Instrument Panel

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A. Air Vents on page 8‑6.

B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.

See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑6.

Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27.

C. Cruise Control on page 9‑36.

Heated Steering Wheel on page 5‑3 (If Equipped).

D. Instrument Cluster on

page 5‑11.

E. Steering Wheel Controls on

page 5‑2.

F. AM-FM Radio on page 7‑11.

Navigation System (If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.

G. Driver Information Center (DIC)

Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27.

H. Clock (Analog Clock) on

page 5‑7 or Clock (Digital Clock) on page 5‑8.

I. Navigation Display Control

(If Equipped). See Navigation System Manual.

Safety Locks on page 2‑14.

Power Door Locks on page 2‑12.

Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑5.

Phone Button (If Equipped). See Bluetooth (Voice

Recognition) on page 7‑55 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑49 or Bluetooth (UHP Mexico Only) on page 7‑62 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑51.

J. Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6‑1.

Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑6

(If Equipped).

Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑7.

K. Data Link Connector (DLC)

(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑18.

L. Steering Wheel Adjustment on

page 5‑2.

M. Horn on page 5‑4.

N. Adjustable Pedal Control

(If Equipped). See Adjustable

Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑16.

O. Start/Stop Button. See Ignition

Positions on page 9‑17.

P. Windshield Wiper/Washer on

page 5‑4.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 5‑6.

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Q. Heated and Ventilated

Front Seats on page 3‑10

(If Equipped).

R. Parking Brake on page 9‑30.

S. Shift Lever. See Automatic

Transmission on page 9‑24.

T. StabiliTrak

page 9‑34.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑38 (If Equipped).

Economy Mode (If Equipped). See Fuel Economy Mode on

page 9‑28

U. Dual Automatic Climate Control

System on page 8‑1.

System on

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 is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.

K : Press to unlock the driver

door or all doors depending on the vehicle personalization settings.

Q : Press to lock all doors.

Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

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8 : Press and hold to open or

close the liftgate.

L : Press and release to locate

the vehicle.

Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm.

Press

L again or start the vehicle

to cancel the panic alarm.

Press the key release button near the bottom of the transmitter to remove the key. The key can be used for the driver door and the glove box.

See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote

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

L for

Remote Vehicle Start

With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Press and release Q on the

RKE transmitter.

2. Within two seconds, press and hold

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

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

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

/ until the turn

Canceling a Remote Start

To cancel a remote start, do any 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.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑10.

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside, press

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.

To unlock a door from the inside, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it.

Q or K on the

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Power Door Locks

There is a power door lock switch on the instrument panel and on the front door panels.

Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.

See Power Door Locks on page 2‑12.

Liftgate

Manual Liftgate Operation

For vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate.

Press the touch pad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open.

Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched.

Power Liftgate Operation

On vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is located on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves.

Choose the power liftgate mode by turning the dial on the switch until the indicator lines up with the desired position. Press the center of the switch.

See Liftgate on page 2‑14 for more information.

Windows

Pushing or pulling the switch part of the way will open or close the window as long as the switch is operated.

Fully push the front of the switch down and release it to express‐down the window. Fully pull the switch up and release it to express‐up the window. See Power Windows on page 2‑24.

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Remote Window Operation

The vehicle may have remote operating windows that will open all the windows from outside the vehicle by pressing and

holding Entry (RKE) transmitter.

See Power Windows on page 2‑24.

K on the Remote Keyless

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats

To adjust a manual seat:

1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion.

2. Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position.

3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving.

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

To raise or recline the seatback, use the lever on the outboard side of the seat.

See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.

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Power Seats

A. Seat Position Control

B. Seatback Adjustment Control

C. Lumbar Adjustment Control

To adjust a power seat, if equipped:

Slide control (A) forward or rearward, and up or down to adjust the power seat.

See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑5.

Raise or recline the seatback by tilting control (B) forward or rearward.

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.

Increase or decrease the lumbar support by pressing and holding the front or rear of control (C). See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑5.

Memory Features

On vehicles with the memory feature, the “1” and “2” buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals, if available. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions.

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The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat, outside mirror, and adjustable throttle and brake pedal positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is turned off. These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions.

Storing Button Memory Positions

To save positions into Button Memory:

1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, to the desired driving positions.

2. Press and hold MEM (Memory) and “1” at the same time until a beep sounds.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using “2.”

To recall the manually saved Button Memory positions, press and hold “1” or “2.” The driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, move to the positions stored to those buttons when pressed. Releasing “1” or “2” before the stored positions are reached stops the recall.

To automatically recall RKE Memory positions, unlock the driver door with the RKE transmitter, and open the driver door. On vehicles with Keyless Access, opening the driver door when an RKE transmitter is present will activate the RKE Memory recall. If the driver door is already open, pressing the

RKE transmitter activate the RKE Memory recall. The driver seat, outside mirrors, and pedals, if available, will move to the previously saved RKE Memory positions.

See Memory Seats on page 3‑7.

K button will also

Easy Exit Driver Seat

This feature moves the seat rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle.

To activate, place the ignition in OFF and open the driver door. If the driver door is already open, placing the ignition in OFF will activate the easy exit driver seat.

This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

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Heated and Ventilated Seats

Heated and Ventilated Seat

Buttons Shown, Heated Seat

Buttons Similar

If available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the instrument panel. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN/START.

Press

M or L to heat the driver or

passenger seat.

C or { , if available,

Press to ventilate the driver or passenger seat.

See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑10.

Head Restraint Adjustment

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

To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.

See Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.

Safety Belts

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

Safety Belts on page 3‑14.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑15.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑17.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑45.

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Passenger Sensing System

United States

Canada and Mexico

The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system.

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑30 for more information.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior

Manual Folding Mirrors Shown

To adjust the mirror:

1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.

2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror to the desired position.

3. Return the selector switch to the center position.

Manual Folding Mirrors

Vehicles with manual fold mirrors are folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.

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Power Folding Mirrors

Vehicles with power folding mirrors, to fold the mirrors:

1. With the selector switch in the

) position, press the down

arrow on the control pad. Both mirrors will automatically fold.

2. Pressing the down arrow again will return the mirrors to their original position.

See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑21.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

If the vehicle has the automatic dimming mirror, the driver outside mirror and the inside rearview mirror automatically adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. See Automatic Dimming Mirror on

page 2‑22 or Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑23.

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. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment

If the vehicle has this feature, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted.

The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the right side of the steering column, below the wiper stalk. Pull the switch toward you to move the pedals further from the floor, or push the switch away from you to move the pedals closer to the floor.

See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑16.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

The dome lamp controls are located in the overhead console.

To change the dome lamp settings, press the following:

* : Turns the lamp off, even when

a door is open.

1 : The lamp comes on

automatically when a door is opened.

+ : Turns the dome lamp on.

Reading Lamps

There are reading lamps located on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened.

To manually turn the reading lamps on or off:

For the overhead console reading lamps, press the button next to each lamp.

For the rear passenger reading lamps, press the lamp lens.

For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑7.

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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.

The exterior lamps control has four positions:

O : Briefly turn to this position to

turn the automatic light control off or on again.

AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.

; : Turns the parking lamps on

together with the taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.

5 : Turns the headlamps on

together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.

# : For vehicles with fog lamps,

press to turn the lamps on or off.

For more information, see:

Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑3.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.

HI: Use for fast wipes.

LO: Use for slow wipes.

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INT: (Intermittent Wipes): Move

the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the

up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the vehicle has Rainsense™, see the following Rainsense information.

OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.

x INT band

8 : For a single wipe, briefly move

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

Windshield Washer

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

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on

page 5‑4 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5‑6, if equipped.

Rainsense™

For vehicles with Rainsense:

INT (Rainsense Wipe Sensitivity Control): Move the windshield

wiper lever to INT. Turn the band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.

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.

x INT

Rear Window Wiper/Washer

The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.

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 (Intermittent Rear Wipes):

Press the lower portion of the button to set a delay between wipes.

= : Push the windshield wiper

lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window.

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on

page 5‑4 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5‑6.

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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

A. Fan Control

B. Power

C. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

D. ZONE

E. Defrost

F. Air Delivery Mode Control

G. Driver and Passenger

Temperature Control

H. Driver and Passenger Heated

and Ventilated Seats

I. Air Conditioning

J. Recirculation

K. Outside Air

L. Rear Window Defogger

See Dual Automatic Climate

Control System on page 8‑1 and Rear Climate Control System on page 8‑5, if equipped.

Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC)

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

1. Move the shift lever to the left from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode).

2. To enter M (Manual Mode), press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to downshift.

See Manual Mode on page 9‑26.

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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

VOL/ O : Press to turn the system

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

RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped.

TUNE or TUNE/INFO: Turn to select radio stations.

Press the TUNE or TUNE/INFO button to show available information about the current station or track.

g SEEK: Press to seek the

previous station or track.

l SEEK: Press to seek the next

station or track.

/ BACK or BACK / : Press to exit

or move backwards in a menu.

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

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

Storing a Favorite Station

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

To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1-6 until the station can be heard again.

For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑11.

Setting the Clock

The vehicle has a digital and an analog clock.

For detailed instructions on setting either clock, see Clock

(Analog Clock) on page 5‑7 or Clock (Digital Clock) on page 5‑8.

Turning the Digital Clock On or Off

1. Press the CONFIG button.

2. Select Time and Date Settings.

3. Select Clock Displayed.

4. Press the MENU/SELECT button to turn the clock on or off.

Setting the Time and Date

1. Press the CONFIG button.

2. Select Time and Date Settings.

3. Select Set Time or Set Date.

4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to adjust the highlighted value.

5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the next value.

6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the

/ button at any time

BACK or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes or year.

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Setting the 12/24 Hour Format

1. Press the CONFIG button.

2. Select Time and Date Settings.

3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format.

4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

Setting the Month & Day Format

1. Press the CONFIG button.

2. Select Time and Date Settings.

3. Highlight Month & Day Format.

4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select MM/DD (month/day) or DD/MM (day/month).

Setting the Auto Time Adjust (If Equipped)

1. Press the CONFIG button.

2. Select Time and Date Settings.

3. Highlight Auto Time Adjust.

4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to turn Auto Time Adjust on or off.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can receive XM programming.

XM Satellite Radio Service

XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service.

Refer to:

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

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

See Satellite Radio on page 7‑14.

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 drives may be connected, depending on the audio system.

See Auxiliary Devices (Radio with

CD/DVD and MEM) on page 7‑35 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) on page 7‑29.

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.

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See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑55 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑49 or Bluetooth (UHP Mexico Only) on page 7‑62 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑51.

Mobile Apps

Mobile apps are available for download through iTunes access the iPhone and Google™ Marketplace for Android™. Search for the apps to download. The apps are free of charge; however, the myCadillac app requires the user to link their own vehicle and OnStar MyLink requires an active OnStar subscription.

App Store

to then

Steering Wheel Controls

If available, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.

y or z : Press y to select the

next favorite radio station or next CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track.

Press

z to select the previous

favorite radio station or previous CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track.

x −: Press + to increase the

volume, press − to decrease the volume.

b / g : Press to interact with the

available Bluetooth, OnStar, or Navigation system.

0 / c : 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 end a current call.

SRCE: Press to select an audio source.

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

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Cruise Control

J : Press to turn cruise control on

and off.

+ RES: Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate.

−SET: Press to set the speed and

activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate.

J OFF: Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

See Cruise Control on page 9‑36.

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.

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C. 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.

See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If available, the RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). The display will appear on either the inside rearview mirror or navigation screen, if equipped.

To clean the camera lens, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.

See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑42.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

If available, Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) uses sensors on the front and rear bumpers to detect objects while parking the vehicle. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). UFRPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information.

Keep the sensors on the vehicle's front and rear bumpers clean to ensure proper operation.

See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑38 for more information.

Storage Compartments

The glove box is air conditioned and can be used to store items at a lower temperature. Move the slide control to open or close the opening to adjust the air flow. See Glove Box on page 4‑1 for more information.

Power Outlets

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

The vehicle has four accessory power outlets. The power outlets located below the climate control system inside the front storage bin, inside the center floor console, and on the rear of the center floor console are powered while the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle.

The power outlet located in the rear cargo area is powered at all times.

Open the protective cap to use the accessory power outlet.

See Power Outlets on page 5‑9.

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Universal Remote System

This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.

Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system.

See Universal Remote System on page 5‑46.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release the console.

the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑32.

Press and release g again to turn traction control back on.

For more information, see Traction

Control System (TCS) on page 9‑32.

g located on

i illuminates and

StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.

To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak, press and

hold

g until g and i illuminate

and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑32.

Press g again to turn on both systems.

For more information, see

StabiliTrak

System on page 9‑34.

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Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.

During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early

indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.

The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.

See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑58.

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

This vehicle may come with a spare tire and tire changing equipment or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire.

See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑73 for complete operating information.

If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑71.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.

Resetting the Oil Life System

1. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel on the turn signal lever, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver

Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑27 and Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑35.

2. Press the SET/CLR button to reset the oil life at 100%.

Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.

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The oil life system can also be reset as follows:

1. Turn the ignition on with the engine off.

2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.

If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the system is reset.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10.

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑49. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑46.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.

Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.

Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.

When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.

Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.

Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.

Combine several trips into a single trip.

Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.

Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Service

U.S.: 1-800-224-1400

Canada: 1-800-882-1112

TTY Users (U.S. only):

1-888-889-2438

Mexico: 01-800-466-0805

As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program.

See Roadside Service (U.S. and

Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑10.

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Roadside Service and OnStar (U.S. and Canada)

If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the

and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Service, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.

Online Owner Center (U.S. and Canada)

The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more.

Q button

U.S.: cadillac.com

Click on “Owners,” then “Manage My Cadillac/Owners Login.”

Canada: cadillacowner.ca

OnStar

If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-2

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . 2-10

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Safety Locks . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . 2-14

Doors

Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . ...... 2-18

Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . 2-18

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-20

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2-21

Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 2-22

Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-22

Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-23

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 2-24

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-27

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-27

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WARNING

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children.

This key, located inside the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, is used for the driver door and glove box.

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To remove the key, press the button near the bottom 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.

Contact Roadside Service if locked out of the vehicle. See Roadside

Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑10.

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With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑23 for information

regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.

If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:

Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.

Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.

If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions will work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.

Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.

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With Remote Start and Power

Liftgate Shown, Without Similar

Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors.

The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking, see “Locking Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

If the driver door is open when pressed, all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through the vehicle personalization. If the

passenger door is open when pressed, all doors lock.

Q is

Pressing the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑18.

Q may also arm

K (Unlock): Press to unlock

the driver door or all doors, see “Door Unlock Options” under

Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40. When remotely

unlocking the vehicle at night the fog lamps and reverse lamps will come on for about 20 seconds to light your approach to the vehicle. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking. See “Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. See “Memory Remote Recall” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40 for more information.

Pressing the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑18.

K will disarm

On some models, pressing and holding

windows.

K will open all of the

/ (Remote Start): For vehicles

with this feature, press then press and hold

two seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑10 for additional information.

Q and

/ within

L (Vehicle Locator/Panic

Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the

horn chirps. Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash for

30 seconds, or until again or the vehicle is started.

L is pressed

L for

8 (Remote Liftgate Release):

Press until the liftgate begins to move to open or close the power liftgate.

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Keyless Access Operation

Some vehicles have the keyless access system that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the liftgate without removing the remote transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The keyless entry transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a body colored touch pad on the outside front door handles.

Keyless Unlocking

With the transmitter within 1 m (3 ft), approach the front door and pull the handle. If the transmitter is recognized, the door will unlock and open.

Entering any door other than the driver door will always cause all of the doors to unlock. This is not customizable.

To customize which doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened, see “Passive Unlock” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

Keyless Locking

If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the vehicle is turned off and all doors become closed, the vehicle will determine how many keyless access transmitters remain in the vehicle interior. If at least one keyless access transmitter has been removed from the interior of the vehicle, the doors will lock after eight seconds.

If there are two keyless access transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed, the other will be locked in. A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle without an authorized keyless access transmitter will not be able to open the door, even with the transmitter in the vehicle.

You may temporarily disable the keyless locking feature by pressing and holding the power door unlock button on the instrument panel for several seconds with a door open. Keyless locking will then remain disabled until the door lock switch is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.

To customize whether the doors automatically lock when you exit the vehicle, see “Passive Locking” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

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Lock Sensor

When all doors are closed and the ignition is off, the vehicle can be locked by pressing this area on the door handle. This feature will be available for several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off.

Keyless Liftgate Opening

Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate if the keyless entry transmitter is within range.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

Only keyless entry 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. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters matched to it.

Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only)

A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter.

To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you.

1. Place the recognized transmitter(s) in the cupholder.

2. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within ten seconds.

The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays READY TO LEARN ELECTRONIC KEY #2, 3, 4, ETC.

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3. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitter pocket.

4. Press the ignition. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.

5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and

press

K on the transmitter.

To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3 through 5.

When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.

Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only)

If there are no currently recognized transmitters 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 you wish to program must be with you.

1. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within ten seconds.

The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

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2. Wait for ten minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press the ignition.

The DIC displays will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

3. 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.

4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitter pocket.

5. Press the ignition. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.

6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and

press

K on the transmitter.

To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4 through 6.

When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.

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Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery

If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when you try to start the vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also be displayed at this time.

To start the vehicle:

1. Open the center console storage area and the storage tray.

2. Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket.

3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the START button.

Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.

Battery Replacement

Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.

Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC.

1. Press the button near the bottom of the transmitter and pull the key out.

2. Use the key blade to separate the two halves of the transmitter.

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3. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.

4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.

5. Snap the transmitter back together.

Remote Vehicle Start

If available, this feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.

/ (Remote Vehicle Start):

This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.

Vehicles with an automatic climate control system will automatically change to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperature during a remote start.

When the ON/RUN/START ignition mode is selected, the climate control system will return to its setting from when the vehicle was last turned off.

Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.

Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3 for additional information.

Starting the Engine Using Remote Start

1. Press and release RKE transmitter.

2. Within two seconds, press and hold

/ until the turn signal

lamps flash. This confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received. If the vehicle' s lamps are not visible,

press and hold two seconds.

During the remote start the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the engine is running.

The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/RUN/START.

3. Press the brake pedal and select the ON/RUN/START ignition mode to drive the vehicle.

Q on the

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Extending Engine Run Time

For a 10-minute extension, repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running. The remote start can only be extended once.

When the remote start is extended, the second 10-minute period will start immediately.

For example, if the vehicle has been running for five minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the engine will run for a total of 15 minutes.

A maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles.

The vehicle's ignition must be changed to ON/RUN/START and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again.

Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start

To cancel a remote start, do any of the following:

Press / until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then back off.

Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work

The remote start will not operate if any of the following occur:

The ignition is in any mode other than OFF.

The transmitter is in the vehicle.

The hood is not closed.

The hazard warning flashers are on.

There is an emission control system malfunction.

The engine coolant temperature is too high.

The oil pressure is low.

Two remote vehicle starts have already been used.

The vehicle is not in P (Park).

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Door Locks

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Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.

Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.

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Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening.

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside, press

the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3 or use the key in the driver

door. Turn the key counterclockwise once to unlock the driver door; turning the key again will unlock the passenger doors.

To unlock a door from the inside, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it.

Q or K on

Power Door Locks

Instrument Panel

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Front Door Panels

Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors.

K (Unlock): Press to unlock the

doors.

Lockout Deterrent

Lockout deterrent decreases the chances that the keys may be accidentally locked in the vehicle.

When door locking is requested by pressing

or front door panels, or the RKE transmitter and the driver door is open, all doors will lock and the driver door will immediately unlock. The driver door must be closed

when to remain locked.

This feature can be programmed to provide the lockout deterrent feature only when the ignition mode is ACC/ACCESSORY, or ON/RUN/START. See “Power Door Locks” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

Q on the instrument panel

Q is pressed for all doors

Delayed Locking

When this feature is enabled and the doors are locked with the power lock switch on the instrument panel or front door panels, three chimes sound to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. All doors lock five seconds after the last door is closed.

When the delayed locking feature is in use, pressing

instrument panel or front door panels, or the RKE transmitter will override the feature and lock all doors immediately.

This feature can be programmed by using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “Delayed Door Lock” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40. The delayed locking feature is only available if “Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout” is disabled.

Q on the

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Safety Locks

Rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.

Press { to activate the safety locks, the LED in the switch illuminates.

{ to deactivate the safety

Press locks.

Doors

Liftgate

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Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.

If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open:

Close all of the windows.

Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel.

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Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index.

If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.

For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑23.

Notice: If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door, you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it.

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Manual Liftgate

For vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate.

Press the touch pad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open.

Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched.

Always close the liftgate before driving.

Power Liftgate

On vehicles with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves.

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You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing.

Choose the power liftgate mode by turning the dial on the switch until the indicator lines up with the desired position.

The three modes are:

MAX: The liftgate opens to the full open height.

3/4: The liftgate opens to a reduced height that can be set by the vehicle operator in a range of approximately three‐quarters open to full open. Use this setting to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions such as a garage door or roof mounted cargo during power operation. The liftgate can still be manually opened all the way.

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OFF: The liftgate only operates

manually in this position.

Manual operation of a liftgate that also has power operation requires more effort than with a standard manual liftgate.

In either the MAX or the 3/4 mode, the liftgate can be power opened and closed by:

Pressing 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter until the liftgate starts moving. See Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.

Pressing 8 on the center of the mode switch on the driver door, with the driver door unlocked.

Pressing the touch pad switch on the liftgate outside handle, with all doors unlocked, to open the liftgate.

Press and release 8 on the liftgate next to the latch to close the liftgate.

Pressing any liftgate button, or the touch pad switch while the liftgate is moving, stops it. Pressing the button or RKE switch again reverses the direction. There is a minimum distance that the power liftgate must already be open for the system to hold it open. If movement is stopped below that minimum, the liftgate closes.

Do not force the liftgate open or closed during a power cycle.

The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures or low battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually.

If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power function will continue to completion. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latch is closed, the liftgate may reverse to the open position. Cargo could fall out of the vehicle. Always make sure the power liftgate is closed and latched before you drive away.

If you power open the liftgate and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn signals flash and a chime sounds. The liftgate stays open temporarily, then slowly closes. See your dealer for service before using the liftgate.

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Obstacle Detection Features

If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position. After removing the obstruction, the power liftgate operation can be used again. If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle, the power function will deactivate. After removing the obstructions, the liftgate will resume normal power operation.

The vehicle has pinch sensors located on the side edges of the liftgate. If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against this sensor, the liftgate will reverse direction and open fully. The liftgate will remain open until it is activated again or closed manually.

Setting the Power Liftgate 3/4 Mode

To change the liftgate stop position.

1. Turn the liftgate switch to either the MAX, or the 3/4 mode position and power open the liftgate.

2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch. Manually adjust the liftgate position if required.

3. Press and hold the button on the liftgate next to the latch until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds to indicate that the new setting is recorded.

When power opened with the 3/4 mode selected, the liftgate stops at the new set position.

If you do not receive the audible and visual feedback when setting the intermediate stop position, you are attempting to set the height below the 3/4 open height minimum (approximately 1.52 m or 5 ft). The liftgate cannot be set below that minimum and the new setting will not be recorded.

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Manual Operation of Power Liftgate

To change the liftgate to manual operation, turn the mode switch to the OFF position.

With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened and closed. The effort required to operate a power liftgate is greater than the effort required to operate a non-power liftgate.

To open the liftgate, press the touch pad on the handle on the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open.

To close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close. With the power liftgate disabled, the liftgate electric latch will still power latch once contact is made with the striker. Always close the liftgate before driving.

If the RKE button is pressed while power operation is disabled, the turn signals flash and the liftgate will not move.

The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will resume operation when the battery is reconnected and charged.

Vehicle Security

This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal.

Anti-theft Alarm System

This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.

The LED light, located on the instrument panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system.

Arming the System

1. Close all doors, liftgate, and hood.

2. Lock the vehicle using the transmitter or the power door lock button. The LED on the instrument panel should come on and stay on for about 30 seconds.

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3. After 30 seconds, the alarm system will arm, and the LED will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm is operating.

If a door, the hood, or liftgate is opened without first unlocking with the transmitter, the turn signals will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event.

The theft-deterrent alarm system will not activate if the doors are locked with the key. You can start the vehicle with a recognized transmitter in the vehicle if the alarm has been set off.

Disarming the System

To disarm the system, either unlock the doors using the transmitter, or start the vehicle with a recognized transmitter in the vehicle.

To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

Lock the vehicle with the transmitter after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed.

Always unlock a door with the transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will not disarm the alarm.

If you set off the alarm by accident, turn off the alarm by pressing

the transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.

K on

How to Detect a Tamper Condition

If K is pressed and the horn chirps three times, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed.

If the alarm has been activated, the THEFT ATTEMPTED message will appear on the DIC. See Key and Lock Messages on page 5‑36 for additional information.

Immobilizer

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑23 for information

regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.

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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 vehicle is turned off.

The immobilization system is disarmed when the pushbutton start is activated to enter the ACC/ACCESSORY mode or the ON/RUN/START mode and a valid transmitter is present in the vehicle.

The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.

The system has one or more RKE transmitters matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE 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 ignition off and try again.

If the vehicle will not change ignition modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/START, OFF), and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket located in the center console. See “NO REMOTE DETECTED” under Key and Lock Messages on page 5‑36.

If the ignition modes will not change with the other transmitter, your vehicle needs service. If the ignition does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle.

It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see “Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle” under

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

Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.

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Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

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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.

Power Mirrors

Manual Folding Mirrors Shown

To adjust the mirror:

1. Move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.

2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction.

3. Return the selector switch to the center position.

Folding Mirrors

Manual Folding Mirrors

Vehicles with manual fold mirrors are folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.

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Power Folding Mirrors

Vehicles with power folding mirrors, to fold the mirrors:

1. With the selector switch in the

) position, press the down

arrow on the control pad. Both mirrors will automatically fold.

2. Pressing the down arrow again will return the mirrors to their original position.

Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors

Reset the power folding mirrors if:

The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding.

They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded.

The mirrors do not stay in the unfolded position.

The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds.

Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A noise may be heard during the resetting of the power folding mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation.

Heated Mirrors

(Rear Window Defogger):

Press to heat the mirrors.

See “Rear Window Defogger” under

Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1 for more

information.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

If the vehicle has the automatic dimming mirror, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you.

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Reverse Tilt Mirrors

If the vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, there is an option to have the mirrors tilt down, when in R (Reverse), to more easily see the ground near the vehicle.

When the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse), both the driver and passenger mirrors will tilt downward. They will return to their previous position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), the ignition is turned to OFF, or the vehicle is left in R (Reverse) for an extended period of time.

This feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror

Adjust the inside rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind, push the tab forward for daytime and pull it for nighttime use.

Vehicles with OnStar control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

have three

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. Automatic dimming reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature and the indicator light come on each time the vehicle is started.

Vehicles with OnStar have three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

Cleaning the Mirror

Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

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Windows

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Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.

The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when a window is partially open. To reduce the sound, open another window or the sunroof (if equipped).

Power Windows

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the RKE transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children.

When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent unintentional operation of the windows.

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The power windows:

Can be operated with the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START.

Can be operated within 10 minutes of switching the ignition off. See Retained

Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21.

Will stop operation when any door is opened.

Pushing or pulling the switch part of the way will open or close the window as long as the switch is operated.

Express‐Down/Up Windows

Windows that have the express‐down/up feature allow the windows to be lowered and raised fully without holding the window switch. Press the window switch fully and release it to activate the express‐down feature. Pull the window switch fully up and release it to activate the express‐up feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch.

Programming the Power Windows

Programming the power windows may be necessary if the vehicle's battery has been disconnected or discharged.

If the window will not express up after power has been restored and a message is displayed in the Driver Information Center:

1. Close all doors.

2. Place the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START.

3. From any partial open position, close the window and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed.

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Obstacle Detection Feature

The Obstacle Detection Feature is part of the express-up feature and is active:

In the middle and upper portions of the window opening.

During window up movements.

In ignition OFF during all window up movements and during express-up window movements in ignition ON/RUN/START.

If there is something blocking the window during automatic closing, the window will reverse direction for a short distance. Weather conditions such as extreme cold and/or ice may cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the object or condition is removed.

If conditions prevent the window from closing and the window continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window with the ignition in ON/RUN/START by holding the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position. Release of the switch from the partially pulled up position will cause the window to stop. Release of the switch from the fully pulled up position will activate the express-up and related obstacle detection features.

Overload

If the windows are repeatedly operated within a short time, the window operation is disabled for a short time.

Remote Window Operation

The vehicle may have remote operating windows that will open all the windows from outside the

vehicle by pressing and holding on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.

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Window Lockout

This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position.

Press

o to activate the rear

window lockout, the LED in the switch illuminates.

o to deactivate the rear

Press window lockout.

Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, if available.

Roof

Sunroof

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switches are on the overhead console.

The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Ignition Positions on page 9‑17 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21.

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A. Sunroof Switch

B. Sunshade Switch

To open the sunroof, press the back of the sunroof switch (A) to the first detent and release, the sunroof will open to the vent position.

Press the back of the sunroof switch to the first detent and hold, to open the sunroof to a desired position at a normal speed. Press the rear of the switch to the second detent and release, to express open the sunroof to an automatically adjusted comfort position. Press the rear of the switch to the second detent and

release again, to open the sunroof to the full open position. Press the front of the switch to second detent and release, to express close the sunroof.

Press the front of the sunroof switch to the first detent and hold, to close the sunroof to a desired position at a normal speed. Press the front of the switch to the second detent and release, to express close the sunroof.

To open or close the sunshade, press the open or close sunroof switch (B).

Press the front or back of the sunshade switch to the first detent and hold, to open or close the sunshade to a desired position at a normal speed. Press the switch to the second detent and release, to express open or close the sunshade.

Fully close the glass before fully closing the sunshade.

Anti-Pinch Feature

If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature detects the object and stops the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof then returns to the full-open position.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation, noise, or plugging 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 . . . . . . . . . .... . . 3-2

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-5

Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . 3-5

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Heated and Ventilated Front

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 3-10

Rear Seats

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Rear Seat

Pass-Through Door . . . . . . . . 3-13

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 3-14

How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-15

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-21

Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. 3-23

Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-25

When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 3-26

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 3-27

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . 3-28

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-35

Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 3-36

Replacing Airbag System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-36

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Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

Infants and Young

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 3-39

Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-42

Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-44 Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH

System) . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . 3-45

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-53

Securing Child Restraints

(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-54

Securing Child Restraints

(Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 3-56

Head Restraints

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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.

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 chance of a neck injury in a crash.

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Front Seats

The vehicle's front seats have

adjustable head restraints in the

outboard seating positions.

The height of the head restraint

can be adjusted. To raise or

lower the head restraint, press

the button located on the side of the head restraint, and pull up or push the head restraint down, and release the button. Pull and push on 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 designed to be removed.

Rear Seats

The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

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.

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The vehicle's rear seat has an adjustable headrest in the center seating position that can be adjusted the same way as the outboard head restraints.

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) on page 3‑45.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

To adjust a manual seat:

1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion.

2. Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat position.

3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving.

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

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Power Seat Adjustment

To adjust a power seat, if equipped:

Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

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

Raise or lower the seat by moving the control up or down.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.

To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑5.

Lumbar Adjustment

Power Lumbar

If available, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. Release the control when the seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support.

Thigh Support Adjustment

If available, adjust the manual leg extension by pulling up on the lever, and then pulling or pushing on the support to lengthen or shorten it. Release the lever to lock it in place.

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Reclining Seatbacks

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Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.

The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.

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 safety belt properly.

Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

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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.

To recline a manual seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

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To return the seatback to the upright position:

1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

To adjust a power seatback, if available:

Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.

Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.

Memory Seats

On vehicles with the memory feature, the “1” and “2” buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable throttle and brake pedal positions, if available. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions.

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Storing Button Memory Positions

To save positions into Button Memory:

1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, to the desired driving positions.

2. Press and hold MEM (Memory) and “1” at the same time until a beep sounds.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using “2.”

Recalling Button Memory Positions

If something has blocked the driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals, if available, while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Recalling RKE Memory Positions (Memory Remote Recall)

The Memory Remote Recall feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, to previously stored RKE Memory positions when entering the vehicle.

Every time the ignition is placed in OFF, the positions of the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if available, are automatically stored to the RKE transmitter that was used to start the vehicle. These positions are called RKE Memory positions and may be different than the previously mentioned Button Memory positions saved to the “1” or “2” buttons.

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transmitter activate the RKE Memory recall. The driver seat, outside mirrors, and pedals, if available, will move to the previously saved RKE Memory positions.

This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

K button will also

To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror, or power seat controls, or the adjustable pedal switch, if available.

and pressing the RKE transmitter button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Easy Exit Driver Seat

This feature moves the seat rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle.

To activate, place the ignition in OFF and open the driver door. If the driver door is already open, placing the ignition in OFF will activate the easy exit driver seat.

This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power seat controls, or the adjustable pedal switch, if available.

If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the power seat control rearward for two seconds. Try recalling the exit position again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

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Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

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If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

Heated and Ventilated Seat

Buttons Shown, Heated Seat

Buttons Similar

If available, the buttons are near the climate controls on the instrument panel. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN/START.

Press

M or L to heat the driver or

passenger seat.

C or { , if available, to

Press ventilate the driver or passenger seat.

Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.

The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.

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Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats

During a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats can be turned on automatically. They are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started.

The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights on the button do not turn on during a remote start.

The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal.

The heated or ventilated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Remote Vehicle Start on

page 2‑10 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40.

Rear Seats

Split Folding Seatbacks

With this feature, either side of the rear seatback can be folded down for more cargo space.

Folding the Seatbacks

Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.

To fold the seatback:

1. Unbuckle the rear safety belts and move the front seatbacks to the upright position. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.

2. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.

3. Lift the lever on the top of the seatback. A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked.

4. Fold the seatback forward. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place.

Keep the seatback in the upright, locked position when not in use.

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Raising the Seatbacks

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A safety 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 safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.

To raise the seatback:

1. Lift the lever on top of the seatback. Raise the seatback and release the lever. A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked.

2. Push the seatback rearward until it locks in the upright position. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place.

3. Make sure the rear safety belts are not twisted or caught between the seat cushion and the seatback.

Reclining the Seatbacks

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift and hold the lever on top of the seatback. A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked.

2. Tilt the seatback rearward, and then release the lever when the seatback is in the desired position. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place.

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Heated Rear Seats

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If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the Warning under Heated

and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑10.

If available, the buttons are on the Rear Sear Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of the center console.

With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, press

L or M to heat the left or

right outboard seat cushion and seatback. An indicator on the RSA display appears when this feature is on.

Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat changes to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting, and one light indicates the lowest.

Rear Seat Pass-Through Door

Some vehicles have a rear seat pass-through door in the center of the rear seatback. Fold down the center armrest and push down on the latch to open the door.

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Safety Belts

This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.

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Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle.

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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 injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.

Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5‑15.

Why Safety Belts Work

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 safety belts!

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When you wear a safety 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 safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense.

Questions and Answers About Safety Belts

Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle

after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?

A: You could be— whether you

are wearing a safety 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 safety belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental

systems only; so they work with safety belts— not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.

Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

This section is only for people of adult size.

There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 3‑37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3‑39. Follow those rules for everyone's protection.

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 safety belts.

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There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly.

Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you.

Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.

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.

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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You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly.

Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.

Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back.

Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.

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Lap-Shoulder Belt

All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt.

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. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3‑21.

Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety 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.

It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants.

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To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.

Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle.

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions.

Adjust the height so that 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 safety belt in a crash. See How

to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑15.

Move the height adjuster up to the desired position by pushing up on the height adjuster.

After the height adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it up or down without pressing the release button (A) to make sure it has locked into position. Press the release button to lower the height adjuster.

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Safety Belt Pretensioners

This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crash and will deploy in side, rear and rollover events if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met.

Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and probably other new parts for the vehicle's safety belt system. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3‑22.

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides

This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for the outboard passenger positions in the rear seat. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, and properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.

Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt:

1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat.

2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.

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3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.

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A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make sure 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.

To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide back into its storage pocket located on the side of the seat.

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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety 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 safety 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 safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

Safety Belt Extender

If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.

But if a safety 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 seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.

Safety System Check

Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.

Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5‑15.

Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Safety Belt Care on page 3‑22.

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Safety Belt Care

Keep belts clean and dry.

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Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash

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A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety 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 safety 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 safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced.

New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash.

Have the safety 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 on page 5‑16.

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Airbag System

The vehicle has the following airbags:

A frontal airbag for the driver.

A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger.

A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver.

A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger.

A roof-rail airbag for the driver and for the second row passenger seated directly behind the driver.

A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the second row passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger.

All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on an attached 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 seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback 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 safety 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:

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You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 3‑26.

Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

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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 unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a safety belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.

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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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see

Older Children on page 3‑37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3‑39.

There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel 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 on page 5‑16

for more information.

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The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.

The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.

Driver Side Shown,

Passenger Side Similar

The driver and front outboard passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.

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Driver Side Shown,

Passenger Side Similar

The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows.

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If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.

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 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?

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. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined 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.

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.

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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.

Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design.

Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts.

In addition, the vehicle has dual-stage frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. The vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, that help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. For moderate frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.

The vehicle has seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System on page 3‑23. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags will inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed threshold level. The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design.

Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts. Roof-rail airbags are not intended to inflate in rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is

struck. Both roof-rail airbags will deploy when either side of the vehicle is struck, or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over, 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 location, see Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑25.

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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 safety 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? on page 3‑26 for more information.

Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts.

What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?

After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag 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? on page 3‑25.

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 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, turn on the hazard warning flashers, and shut

off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. You can lock the doors, turn off the interior lamps, and turn off the hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features.

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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.

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 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 on page 13‑21 and Event Data Recorders on page 13‑21.

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 overhead console when the vehicle is started.

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The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, are visible during the system check. If you use remote start, if equipped, to start the vehicle, you may not see 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 on page 5‑17.

The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag 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 seat‐mounted side impact airbag should be allowed to inflate or not.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size.

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We recommend that children be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint; a child riding in a forward-facing child seat; an older child riding in a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts.

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.

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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

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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 inflate 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.

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag if:

The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied.

The system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat.

The system determines that a small child is present in a child restraint.

The system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat.

A front outboard passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time.

The front outboard passenger seat is occupied by a smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints.

There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system.

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When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are off. See Passenger

Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑17.

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag 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 seat-mounted side impact airbag, depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety 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 on page 5‑16 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.

4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to “Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position” under Securing Child Restraints

(Rear Seat) on page 3‑54 or Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) on page 3‑56.

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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 on page 3‑2.

6. Restart the vehicle.

If the on indicator is still lit, secure the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle, and check with your dealer.

If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size 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 seat-mounted side impact airbag:

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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Additional Factors Affecting System Operation

Safety 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 “Safety 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 on page 3‑35 for more information

about modifications that can affect how the system operates.

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Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system.

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 Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑18.

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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.

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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 or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail airbag modules, ceiling or pillar garnish trim, overhead console, front sensors, side impact sensors, rollover sensor module, airbag wiring, or cargo restraint system and convenience net.

Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, and airbag wiring.

In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system that includes sensors as part of the front outboard 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 on page 3‑30.

If the vehicle has rollover roof‐rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 10‑67 for additional important information.

If your vehicle needs to be modified because you have a disability and you 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

(U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑5 or Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑5.

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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 on page 5‑16.

Notice: 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 covers, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑25. See your dealer for service.

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 work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help 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 on page 5‑16.

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Child Restraints

Older Children

Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts.

The manufacturer's 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:

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.

Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑17 for more information. 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.

Can proper safety 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 safety 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.

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Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑17.

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.

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 safety belts properly.

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Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured. A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time.

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Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.

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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.

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.

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Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts.

Airbags plus lap‐shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints.

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 should be secured in an appropriate 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 right front 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.

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If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.

Cadillac SRX 2012 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction iii

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Using this Manual

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Symbols

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Vehicle Start

Door Locks

Liftgate

Windows

Seat Adjustment

Memory Features

Heated and Ventilated Seats

Head Restraint Adjustment

Safety Belts

Passenger Sensing System

Mirror Adjustment

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment

Interior Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Climate Controls

Transmission

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Satellite Radio

Portable Audio Devices

Mobile Apps

Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control

Navigation System

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Storage Compartments

Power Outlets

Universal Remote System

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

StabiliTrak®System

Tire Pressure Monitor

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

Engine Oil Life System

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Roadside Service

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

Remote Vehicle Start

Door Locks

Power Door Locks

Safety Locks

Doors

Liftgate

Vehicle Security

Anti-theft Alarm System

Immobilizer

Immobilizer Operation

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

Power Mirrors

Folding Mirrors

Heated Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Mirror

Reverse Tilt Mirrors

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

Windows