Chevrolet Camaro 2010 User Manual

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Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 1-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Doors . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 2-1

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

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 3-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 3-1

Instruments and Controls . . . . 4-1

Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 4-4

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 4-28

Vehicle Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31

Vehicle Personalization. . . . . . . 4-38

OnStar

Universal Remote System . . . . 4-44

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 7-1

Air Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 8-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 8-17

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 8-26

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 8-30

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-31

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 8-34

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-39

Object Detection Systems . . . . 8-41

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-43

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-48

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 8-55

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Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

Vehicle Checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-86

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-90

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-90

Service and Maintenance . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 10-2

Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 10-8

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 10-12

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Vehicle Identification. . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2

Customer Information . . . . . . . 12-1

Customer Information . . . . . . . . 12-1

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 12-14

Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15

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

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Introduction iii

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the name Camaro and the Camaro Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors LLC.

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

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 92199576 C Third Printing

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 Chevrolet Motor 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 P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

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

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Using this Manual

To 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

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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.”

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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.

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) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls

or OnStar

I : Brake System Warning

Light

" : Charging System

(12‐Volt Battery)

I : Cruise Control

: Electric Parking Brake

d : Electronic Stability

Control (ESC)

B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Changer

_ : High Voltage j : LATCH System Child

Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

} : Power

[ : Green Leaf Display Options

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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2 NOTES

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Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

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

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Doors

Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . . 1-9

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . 1-11

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 1-13

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 1-13

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

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Keys

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key 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 keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.

The key, that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, can be used for the ignition and all locks.

Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key.

See your dealer if a new key is needed.

Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key.

If you are locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program

on page 12‑6 on page 4‑42

or OnStar®System

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement page 12‑17

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

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

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.

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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

If available, the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 65 feet (20 m) away from the vehicle.

Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 1‑3.

RKE without Remote Start Shown

The following may be available:

Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors.

The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking, see “Remote Feedback” under Vehicle

Personalization

If the passenger door is open when

on page 4‑38

Q is pressed, all doors lock.

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

Pressing theft-deterrent system. See

Anti-Theft Alarm System page 1‑9

Q may also arm the

K (Unlock): Press to unlock the

driver door or all doors, see

“Remote Unlock” under Vehicle Personalization

The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking, see “Remote Feedback” under Vehicle

Personalization

Pressing theft-deterrent system. See

Anti-Theft Alarm System page 1‑9

on page 4‑38

K will disarm the

V (Remote Trunk Release):

Press and hold to unlock the trunk.

7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic

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

Press and hold two seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the

turn signals flash until again or the key is placed in the ignition and turned to ON/RUN.

7 for at least

7 is pressed

/ (Remote Vehicle Start): For

vehicles with this feature, press and then / to start the engine from

outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle

on page 1‑5

Start

information.

for additional

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed.

Battery Replacement

Replace the battery if the Replace Battery in Remote Key message displays in the DIC. See “Replace Battery in Remote Key” under Key and Lock Messages on page 4‑34.

The battery is not rechargeable. See your dealer to replace the battery.

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Remote Vehicle Start

Your vehicle may have this feature which allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.

/ (Remote Vehicle Start):

This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start.

To enable and disable remote start, see “Remote Start” under Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38.

During a remote start the climate control system will turn on with the fan speed, air delivery mode, and temperature settings that the system was set to when the vehicle was last turned off. If the fan is set to O (Off), the climate control system will not turn on.

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.

There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) System

for additional information.

Starting the Engine Using Remote Start

To start the engine using the remote start feature:

1. Press

2. Press and hold

3. The key must be inserted and

Q on the RKE transmitter.

two seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash to confirm the vehicle has been started. The parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The vehicle's doors will be locked.

turned to ON/RUN before driving.

The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the key is inserted and turned to ON/RUN.

on page 1‑3

/ for about

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 minutes 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 remote start attempts are allowed between ignition cycles.

The vehicle's ignition switch must be turned to ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again.

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Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start

To shut off the engine:

Press / until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Insert the key and turn it to ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF.

Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work

The remote start will not operate if:

The key is in the ignition.

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.

Door Locks

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Two remote vehicle starts have already been used.

The vehicle is not in P (Park).

WARNING

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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.

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WARNING (Continued)

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.

Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening.

Manual Door Locks

Lock the doors from inside the vehicle by pressing down the button on the top of the door.

The doors can also be unlocked from the inside by pulling the door handle. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door.

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Unlock the door from the outside by turning the key counterclockwise.

Lock all doors from the outside by turning the key clockwise.

The door lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open.

To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again.

If this does not reset the lock, turn the key half-way around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure.

Power Door Locks

The power door lock switch is on the center console.

K (Unlock): Press to unlock both

doors.

Q (Lock): Press to lock both doors.

To program the power door locks, see Vehicle Personalization

page 4‑38

Lockout Protection

The vehicle can be programmed to prevent lockout if set in personalization.

If the driver door is open and the RKE lock button is pressed, the driver door will not lock. When the driver door is opened, and the key is in the ignition, a reminder chime sounds continuously. The vehicle remains locked only when both doors are closed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑38.

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Doors

Trunk

WARNING

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Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, 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.

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WARNING (Continued)

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.

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 System in the Index.

If the vehicle has a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.

For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 8‑25.

Remote Trunk Release

To open the trunk from the outside the vehicle, press the

the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.

From inside the vehicle, press the

V button located on the

driver door.

V button on

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Emergency Trunk Release Handle

Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.

There is an emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch. On some vehicles, the release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seat center seatback. See Rear Seats

on page 2‑6

Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside.

Return the release handle to its original position for proper operation.

Vehicle Security

Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. 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 security light is located on the instrument panel.

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Arming the System

To arm the system, press Q on the RKE transmitter.

The alarm automatically arms after about 30 seconds. The security light, located on the instrument panel, flashes.

Disarming the System

To disarm the system, do one of the following:

Press K on the RKE transmitter.

Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.

The security light stays on for approximately one second when the vehicle is disarming.

If the system is armed when there are people inside of the vehicle, pulling the door handle from the inside one time will unlock the door. Pulling the handle a second time will unlatch the door.

How the System Alarm is Activated

To activate the system if it is armed, open any door, the trunk or hood. The horn will sound and the hazard warning flashers will flash.

How to Turn Off the System Alarm

To turn off the system alarm, do one of the following:

Press K on the RKE transmitter.

Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.

The theft-deterrent system is disarmed when the alarm is turned off.

How to Detect a Tamper Condition

If the horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash three times

when

K is pressed, an attempted

break-in has occurred while the system was armed. The vehicle may also display a message on the DIC. See Anti-Theft Alarm System

Messages

information.

on page 4‑36

for more

Immobilizer

See Radio Frequency Statement page 12‑17

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

for information

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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 key is removed from the ignition.

The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system. Only the correct key starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged.

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

page 4‑27

When trying to start the vehicle, the immobilizer light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on.

If the engine does not start and the immobilizer light stays on there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again.

If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key.

If the engine still does not start and the light continues to stay on try another key.

If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made.

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

Vehicles with outside power mirrors have controls located on the driver door armrest.

To adjust each mirror:

1. Press the switch to select the driver or passenger side mirror.

2. Press one of the four sides on the

i (control pad) to adjust the

mirror.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

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Heated Mirrors

For vehicles with heated mirrors:

< (Rear Window Defogger):

Press to heat the mirrors.

See “Rear Window Defogger” under

Climate Control Systems page 7‑1

for more information.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic dimming outside mirror on the driver side, the mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you.

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 have additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See the OnStar owner's guide for more information about the services OnStar provides.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

Vehicles with an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror reduces the glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started.

Cleaning the Mirror

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

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Windows

WARNING

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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.

Power Windows

The power window switches located on the driver door control all windows. The window switches on the passenger door are only for that window. Push the front of the switch down to open the window. Pull the switch up to close it.

The switches work when the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 8‑19.

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Window Indexing

This automatically lowers the window a small amount when the door is opened. When the door is closed, the window will raise fully.

If the vehicle loses power or the window freezes, this feature may not work. From outside the vehicle, close the door and push the window inward so that the glass goes under the molding.

If the “Open, Then Close Driver Window” or “Open, Then Close Passenger Window” messages are displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC), follow the procedure for Programming the Power Windows later in this section. See also Driver Information Center (DIC)

on page 4‑28

Express Window Operation

The front window switches have an express-up or down feature that lowers or raises the window without holding the switch. Pull the switch up or press it down all the way and release it. Stop the window by pressing or pulling the switch.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature

When express-up is active, the window will auto-reverse if there is an obstruction or severe icing. The window returns to normal operation after the obstruction or condition is removed.

WARNING

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If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Override

The anti-pinch feature can be overridden by holding the window switch all the way down. The window will lower for as long as the switch is held. Once the switch is released, the express mode is re-activated. In this mode, the window can still close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode.

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Programming the Power Windows

If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery.

To program each front window, follow these steps:

1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, close all doors.

2. Press and hold the power window switch until the window is fully open.

3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed.

4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed.

The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows.

Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor toward you or move it to the side to reduce glare.

Roof

Sunroof

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switch is located on the overhead console.

The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ ACCESSORY, or if Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 8‑19.

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Express Sunroof Operation

The sunroof can be opened without holding the switch down. Push the switch in the open direction until the second pause. The sunroof will fully open.

To stop the sunroof from moving, press either the open or close sunroof switch.

Press and release the back of the switch to open the sunroof to the vent position. Press it again to

express-open the sunroof. To stop the sunroof from opening, press the switch again.

A deflector automatically raises when the sunroof is opened and retracts while the sunroof closes.

If the sunshade is closed, it opens automatically when the sunroof opens past the vented position.

Notice: Forcing the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel may cause damage and the sunroof may not operate properly. Always close the glass panel before closing the sunshade.

To close the sunroof, press the front of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed. The sunroof will stop if the switch is released. Close the sunshade by hand.

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

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the tracks that could cause an issue with sunroof operation, noise or plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from sunroof.

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Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

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

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 2-4

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Rear Seats

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 2-21

Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 2-24

When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

What Will You See After an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 2-34

Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 2-35

Replacing Airbag System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-36

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36

Infants and Young

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39

Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 2-41

Where to Put the Restraint . . . 2-43 Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH

System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 2-50

Securing Child Restraints

(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50

Securing Child Restraints

(Right Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . 2-52

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Head Restraints

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

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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.

Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down.

Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.

The vehicle's head restraints are not designed to be removed.

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Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual 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. Lift the handle under the seat to unlock it.

2. Slide the seat and release the handle.

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

Seat Height Adjustment

To manually raise or lower the seat, move the lever repeatedly upward or downward.

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Power Seat Adjustment

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

Move the whole seat up or down by moving the control up or down.

Tilt the seat by turning the control forward or rearward.

Reclining Seatbacks

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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust the 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's seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

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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 when reclined like this.

The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it 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 cannot do its job either. In a crash, the 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.

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Power Reclining Seatbacks

On vehicles with power reclining seatbacks the control is located on the outboard side of the seat.

To recline the seatback, move the control toward the rear of the vehicle.

To raise the seatback, move the control toward the front of the vehicle.

Seatback Latches

To access the rear seats pull up on the latch, located on the rear of the driver or front passenger seatback. Fold the seatback forward.

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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.

Lift the seatback to return it to the upright position. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

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Heated 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.

On vehicles with heated front seats, the controls are on the center console. The engine must be running.

L (Heated Seat): Press to turn on

the heated seat.

A light indicates that the feature is working. The number of lights shows the level of heat selected: one or two for a low or high setting. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings and to turn the heated seat feature off.

Rear Seats

The rear seat has two designated seating positions and can be folded for more cargo space. Fold only when the vehicle is parked.

To fold the seatback down:

1. Pull on the strap located on the top of the of the rear seatback.

2. Fold the seatback down.

Lift the seatback up to raise it, and push it back to lock it into place. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted or caught in the seatback.

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