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

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

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

Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14

Performance and

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

Keys, Doors, and

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

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

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-17

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

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

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

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

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-17

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

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

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

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

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

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-22

Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-26

Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-32

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-18

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-30

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

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

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

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-7

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

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

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-26

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-34

Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-37

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-39

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

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-56

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

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

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

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

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-28

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-33

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39

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Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78

Towing . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-80

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-83

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1

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

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-2

Special Application

Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

Additional Maintenance

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

Recommended Fluids . . . . . . . 11-12

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 . . . . 13-12

Vehicle Data Recording and

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

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, CHEVROLET,

the CHEVROLET Emblem, and

CRUZE are trademarks and/or

service marks of General Motors

LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates,

or licensors.

Litho in U.S.A.

Part No. 22771025 A First 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 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 Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170

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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

{

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

j : LATCH System Child

Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

} : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak®

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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In Brief

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 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

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

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

Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8

Safety Belts . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9

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

Steering Wheel

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

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

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

Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-12

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

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Vehicle Features

Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-15

Bluetooth

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

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-16

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Navigation System . . . . . . . .. . . 1-17

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-18

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control

System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

StabiliTrak

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-19

Tire Sealant and

Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-19

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-20

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-20

OnStar

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

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

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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.

Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑4 (If

Equipped).

Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5.

2. Air Vents on page 8‑6.

3. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 6‑2.

Turn and Lane-Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4.

Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.

4. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑8.

5. Horn on page 5‑3.

6. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.

7. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.

8. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3.

9. Infotainment on page 7‑1.

Satellite Radio on page 7‑10 (If Equipped).

10. Infotainment Display Screen.

11. Instrument Panel Storage on page 4‑1.

12. Light Sensor. See Automatic

Headlamp System on page 6‑3.

13. Passenger Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑19.

14. Hood Release. See Hood on page 10‑4.

15. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13.

16. Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10‑38.

17. Cruise Control on page 9‑37.

18. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑2.

19. Driver Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑19.

20. Ignition Switch or Keyless Ignition Button (If Equipped). See Ignition Positions (Key

Access) on page 9‑14 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9‑17.

21. Driver Knee Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑19.

22. Power Door Locks on page 2‑11.

23. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑4.

24. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑26 or Manual Transmission on page 9‑30.

25. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑34.

StabiliTrak

System on

page 9‑35.

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26. Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 (If Equipped).

Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑3 (If

Equipped).

Heated Front Seats on page 3‑5 (If Equipped).

27. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑12.

28. Passenger Knee Airbag. See

Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑19.

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 may work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.

RKE Transmitter with Remote

Start Shown

Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks.

Press

K to unlock the driver door or

all doors.

Q to lock all doors.

Press

Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑32.

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Press and hold V briefly to open the trunk.

Press and hold vehicle locator.

Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm.

7 again to cancel the panic

Press alarm.

See Keys on page 2‑1 and Remote

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

7 briefly to initiate

7 for at least

Remote Vehicle Start

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

Starting the Vehicle

1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.

2. Press and release

3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold

least two seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.

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

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

/ for at

Canceling a Remote Start

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

Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold

until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑9.

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the vehicle from outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key. From inside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch.

See Door Locks on page 2‑10.

Power Door Locks

K : Press to unlock the doors.

Q : Press to lock the doors.

See Power Door Locks on page 2‑11.

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Safety Locks

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

Press o { to activate the safety locks. The indicator light comes on when activated.

The rear door power windows are also disabled. See Power Windows on page 2‑18.

o { again to deactivate the

Press safety locks and power windows.

If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly.

See Safety Locks on page 2‑12.

Seat Adjustment

Manual Front Seats

To adjust a manual seat:

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

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.

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

Seat Height Adjuster

If available, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat.

See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.

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Reclining Seatbacks

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

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

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

To return the seatback to an upright position:

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

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

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4.

Power Driver Seat

To adjust a power driver seat, if equipped:

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

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

Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.

Rear Seats

The rear seatbacks can be folded.

For detailed instructions, see Rear Seats on page 3‑6.

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Heated Seats

If available, the controls are on the center stack. The engine must be running to operate the heated seats.

Press

L or M to heat the driver or

passenger seat cushion and seatback.

Press the control once for the highest setting. With each press of the control, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting,

and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest.

See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑5.

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 3‑3.

Safety Belts

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

Safety Belts on page 3‑8.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑10.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑11.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑38.

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Passenger Sensing System

United States

Canada

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

Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑24 for important information.

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑12.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior

Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door.

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

2. Move the control to adjust the mirror.

3. Turn the selector switch to the O position to deselect the mirror.

See Power Mirrors on page 2‑16.

If the vehicle has heated mirrors, see Heated Mirrors on page 2‑17.

Vehicles with a manual mirror adjustment have controls next to each mirror.

See Manual Mirrors on page 2‑16.

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Interior Mirror

Adjustment

Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle.

Manual Rearview Mirror

For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind. See

Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑17.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature and indicator light come on each time the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑17.

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

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

The dome lamp controls are located in the headliner.

* : Press to turn the lamps off,

even when a door is open.

I : Press to turn the lamps on

automatically when a door is opened.

+ : Press to turn on the dome

lamps.

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Reading Lamps

The reading lamps are located in the overhead console.

m or n : Press the button near

each lamp to turn it on or off.

Instrument Panel Illumination Control

This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen. The thumbwheel is located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel.

D : Turn the thumbwheel up or

down and hold, to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen.

Exterior Lighting

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

O : Briefly turn to this position to

turn the automatic lamp control off or on again.

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

; : Turns on the parking lamps,

taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights.

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5 : Turns on the headlamps,

parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on.

# : For vehicles with fog lamps,

press to turn the lamps on or off.

See:

Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑2

Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑4

Windshield Wiper/Washer

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

HI: Use for fast wipes.

LO: Use for slow wipes.

INT: Move the lever up to INT for

intermittent wipes, then turn the

3 INT band up for more frequent

wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.

8 : For a single wipe, briefly move

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

n L : Pull the windshield wiper

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

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3.

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Climate Controls

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

Vehicles without Air Conditioning

1. Temperature Control

2. Bi-level Air Mode

3. Floor Air Mode

4. Vent Air Mode

5. Fan Control

6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)

7. Rear Window Defogger

8. Defog

9. Defrost

Vehicles with Air Conditioning

1. Temperature Control

2. Bi-level Air Mode

3. Floor Air Mode

4. Vent Air Mode

5. Fan Control

6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)

7. Rear Window Defogger

8. Recirculation

9. Defog

10. Air Conditioning

11. Defrost

Automatic Climate Control System

1. Temperature Control

2. Rear Window Defogger

3. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

4. Defrost

5. Fan Control

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6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)

7. Power

8. Recirculation

9. MODE (Air Delivery Mode)

10. AQS (Air Quality Sensor)

11. Air Conditioning

See Climate Control Systems on

page 8‑1 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑3 (If

Equipped).

Transmission

Manual Mode

Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows the automatic transmission to be shifted similar to a manual transmission.

Electronic Range Select (ERS) allows for the selection of a range of gears.

See Manual Mode on page 9‑28.

Up‐Shift Light

If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it will have an up-shift light that indicates when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy.

See Manual Transmission on page 9‑30.

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

: Press to turn the system on

and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.

BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or SiriusXM®, if equipped.

MENU/SEL: Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu.

g : Press to seek the previous

station or track.

l : Press to seek the next station

or track.

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

INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track.

For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑4.

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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 to 6 until a beep is heard.

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

Setting the Clock

Adjusting the Time or Date

To set the time and date for the radio with navigation:

1. Press

2. Select Set Time or Set Date.

3. Turn the MENU/SEL knob to

4. Press the MENU/SEL knob to

adjust the highlighted number.

select the next number.

5. To save the settings, press the BACK on the radio faceplate.

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format

To set the 12/24 hour format for the radio with navigation:

1. Press

2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format.

3. Press the MENU/SEL knob to

4. To save the settings, press the

For detailed instructions on setting the clock for the vehicle's specific audio system. See Clock on page 5‑4.

select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

BACK on the radio faceplate.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM 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 SiriusXM service.

Refer to:

www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).

See Satellite Radio on page 7‑10.

Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console bin. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD

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See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑16.

Bluetooth

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

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

See Bluetooth (Overview) on

page 7‑18 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑20 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑24.

Steering Wheel Controls

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

b / g : For vehicles with a

Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system, press to interact with those systems. See Bluetooth (Overview)

on page 7‑18 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑20 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑24, OnStar Overview on page 14‑1, or the

infotainment manual.

$ / i : Press to silence the

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

_ SRC ^ : Press to select a source

or turn to change favorite stations.

_ or ^ to select AM, FM, CD,

Press or MP3 track.

_ or ^ to select the next or

Turn previous saved favorite radio stations.

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+ x −: Press + to increase the volume. Press − to decrease the volume.

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

Cruise Control

For vehicles with cruise control:

1 : Press to turn the cruise control

system on and off.

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

SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed or to make the vehicle decelerate.

* : Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

See Cruise Control on page 9‑37.

Navigation System

If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate navigation 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 manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

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

1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press

and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.

w / x : Use the thumbwheel to

2. scroll through the items in each menu.

3. MENU: Press to display the DIC menus. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.

See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑22.

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Ultrasonic Parking Assist

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

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

See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑39.

Power Outlets

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

There is one accessory power outlet located on the center floor console and one on the rear of the center floor console. These outlets are powered when the key is in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑22.

See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.

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 console.

instrument cluster.

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

For more information, see Traction

Control System (TCS) on page 9‑34.

g on the center

i illuminates in the

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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 illuminate in the instrument cluster.

Press g again to turn on both systems.

For more information, see

StabiliTrak

g until g and i

System on page 9‑35.

Tire Pressure Monitor

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

The low tire pressure warning light alerts 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.

The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven.

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. Maintain the correct tire pressures.

See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑48.

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 10‑62.

If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑60.

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Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.

Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system press the SET button while the Oil Life display is active.

Resetting the Oil Life System

1. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel, scroll until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE on

the DIC (

: % for Canada).

2. Press the SET button to reset the oil life at 100%. When prompted, use the thumbwheel to highlight YES or NO. Press the SET/CLEAR button to confirm.

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.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12.

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 Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-800-243-8872

TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438

Canada: 1-800-268-6800

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you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.

See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑5.

Roadside Assistance and OnStar

If the vehicle has an active OnStar subscription, contact OnStar and the vehicle’s current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor to assess the situation, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay the exact location to send help.

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 and Locks

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

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

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

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

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

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-11

Safety Locks . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . 2-12

Doors

Trunk . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 2-12

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . ...... 2-14

Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . 2-14

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-15

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-16

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2-16

Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 2-17

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-17

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 2-18

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-20

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-20

Keys and Locks

Keys

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key.

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

The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks if the vehicle is a key access vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless ignition, the key can be used for the locks.

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

If it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.

See your dealer if a new key is needed.

If locked out of the vehicle, see

Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑5.

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