Chevrolet IMPALA Owner Manual
2010 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. 1-15
Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-19
Seats and Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . 2-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . 2-13
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 2-34
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 2-58
Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75
Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 3-1
Keys . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . 3-3
Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... 3-9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . 3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 3-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-19
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 3-31
Universal Home Remote System . .... . . . . . . . . ... 3-33
Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 3-39
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 3-40
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-3
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 4-16
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . .. . . . 4-21
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-37
Audio System(s) . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 4-57
Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Towing . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 5-24
2010 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual M
Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . 6-3
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-5
Checking Things Under the Hood . .... . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6-43
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-43
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . ........ . . 6-50
Tires . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . .. . 6-86
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . 6-93
Electrical System . ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-94
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 6-99
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 7-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-2
Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Customer Assistance and Information . ... . . . .. . . . 8-2
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 8-15
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,
CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem,
the IMPALA Emblem, and the name IMPALA
are registered trademarks of General Motors.
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 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
Index
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.
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 25896384 B Second Printing
©
2009 General Motors. All Rights Reserved.
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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.”
Vehicle 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)
g : 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
i : 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
F : Traction Control
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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2 NOTES
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Section 1 In Brief
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ .. 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . .. . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 1-5
Trunk Release . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . .... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1-6
Second Row Seats . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 1-8
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-9
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . .. . . . . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . 1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . 1-11
Interior Lighting . .... . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 1-11
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-15
Satellite Radio . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Bluetooth
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-18
Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-19
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Engine Oil Life System . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-20
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-21
OnStar
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-17
®
. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1-22
1-1
Instrument Panel
1-2
A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑20.
B. Remote Trunk Release Button. See Trunk
page 3‑12
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C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑4.
D. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑22.
E. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3.
F. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑37.
G. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4‑25.
H. Audio System(s) on page 4‑57.
I. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑9.
J. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑11.
K. Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 5‑7
(If Equipped).
L. Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.
M. Cruise Control on page 4‑6.
N. Hood Release on page 6‑13.
O. Horn on page 4‑3.
P. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
on page 4‑86
(If Equipped).
Q. Ignition Positions on page 3‑20.
R. Climate Control System on page 4‑16.
S. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑15.
T. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped).
See Shifting Into Park on page 3‑26.
U. Glove Box on page 3‑39.
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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 RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and
unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away
from the vehicle.
Press K to unlock the
driver door. Press again
within five seconds to
unlock all remaining
doors.
Q to lock all doors.
Press
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
Press and hold
open the trunk.
Press
L and release to locate the vehicle.
L and hold for more than two seconds to sound
Press
the panic alarm.
L again to cancel the panic alarm.
Press
See Keys
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑4.
V for approximately one second to
on page 3‑3
and Remote Keyless
1-4
Remote Vehicle Start
With this feature the engine can be started from outside
of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and
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.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start:
.
.
.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑7.
Q.
hold
/ until the turn signal lamps flash.
Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
and hold
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Turn the ignition on and then back off.
/ until the parking lamps turn off.
Door Locks
Manual Locks
From outside the vehicle, use the key in the door or the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock or
unlock the vehicle. From the inside, pull up or push
down on the manual door lock knobs.
See Door Locks on page 3‑9.
Power Door Locks
Power door lock switches are located on the front doors
near the handle.
Q : Press the bottom of the switch to lock all doors.
K : Press the top of the switch to unlock all doors.
For more information, see:
.
Power Door Locks on page 3‑10.
.
Delayed Locking on page 3‑10.
Trunk Release
In addition to the trunk release button on the RKE
transmitter, there is a remote release
located on the left side of the instrument panel.
For more information see Trunk on page 3‑12.
V button
1-5
Windows
Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats
On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on
the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a
switch that controls only that window.
Press the front of the switch to the first position to open
the window. Pull the switch up to close it.
For more information, see Power Windows
page 3‑15
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1. Lift the bar under the seat to unlock the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release
the bar.
Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place.
See Manual Seats on page 2‑4.
Power Seats
Power Reclining Seatback
Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the
control forward or rearward.
Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by
moving the front or rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seats on page 2‑5.
To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the
control forward or rearward.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑7.
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Manual Lumbar
Increase or decrease the lumbar support by repeatedly
pushing down or pulling up on the lever.
See Manual Lumbar on page 2‑6.
Second Row Seats
On vehicles with the Flip and Fold feature, the bottom
seat cushions can be flipped forward and the seatback
folded down to create an extended cargo area.
The vehicle also has an under seat storage area.
See Split Folding Rear Seat
information.
on page 2‑10
for more
Head Restraint Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants
are installed and adjusted properly.
For more information see Head Restraints
page 2‑2
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Safety Belt
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
The passenger sensing system will turn off the right
front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions.
The driver airbags, seat‐side impact airbags, and
roof‐rail airbags are not affected by this.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on
the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
Refer to the following sections for important information
on how to use safety belts properly.
.
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑13.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑18.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑27.
.
Lap Belt on page 2‑32.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
on page 2‑45
.
United States Canada
See Passenger Sensing System
important information.
on page 2‑68
for
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Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside
power mirrors are located
on the driver door
armrest.
Press the left or right side of the selector located
beneath the control pad to adjust the driver or
passenger mirror. Then press the control pad
to move the mirror to the desired direction.
Interior Mirror
Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted
by holding the mirror in the center to move it for a
clearer view behind the vehicle. Adjust the mirror to
avoid glare from the headlamps behind. Pull the lever,
located at the bottom of the mirror for nighttime use.
Return the lever to its original position for the day
position.
Vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror will
automatically adjust to reduce the glare of lights from
behind the vehicle. See Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror on page 3‑31.
1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment
The tilt wheel lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Hold the wheel and pull the lever towards you.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a
comfortable position.
3. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in
place.
See Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamp
The center mounted dome lamp overhead comes on
when a door is opened. This lamp can also be turned
on by turning the instrument panel brightness control
clockwise.
Reading Lamps
The vehicle has reading lamps that also act as the
dome lamp. Press the button near each lamp to turn
them on and off.
Map Lamps
The vehicle has map lamps on the rearview mirror.
Push the button near each lamp to turn the map lamps
on and off.
For more information on interior lighting, see:
.
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑11.
.
Courtesy Lamps on page 4‑12.
.
Delayed Entry Lighting on page 4‑12.
.
Delayed Exit Lighting on page 4‑13.
.
Parade Dimming on page 4‑13.
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Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel.
P : Briefly turn to this position to manually turn
the automatic lamp control and Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) off or on. For vehicles first sold in
Canada, the off position only works when the
vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) position.
AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps and other
exterior lamps at normal brightness.
; : Turns on the the parking lamps and taillamps.
2 : Turns on the headlamps and other exterior lamps.
# (If Equipped): Turns on the fog lamps.
For more information, see:
.
Exterior Lamps on page 4‑9.
.
Fog Lamps on page 4‑11.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic
Headlamp System on page 4‑11.
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Windshield Wiper/Washer
The lever is located on the left side of the steering
column.
8 : Use for a single wiping cycle.
9 : Turns the windshield wipers off.
6 : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down
for less frequent wipes.
6 : Slow wipes.
? : Fast wipes.
Windshield Washer
At the top of the multifunction lever, there is a paddle
with
L on it. Push the paddle to spray washer fluid on
the windshield.
See Windshield Wipers
Washer on page 4‑6.
on page 4‑5
and Windshield
1-13
Climate Controls
This vehicle may have a dual or single climate control
system. The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and
ventilation can be controlled with either of these
systems.
Dual Zone with Optional Heated Seat Controls
A. Fan Control
B. Outside Air
C. Recirculation
D. Air Delivery
Mode Control
E. Air Conditioning
F. Driver and Passenger
Heated Seats
G. Driver and Passenger
Temperature Controls
H. Rear Window Defogger
Single Zone
A. Fan Control
B. Outside Air
C. Temperature Control
D. Recirculation
See Climate Control System on page 4‑16.
E. Air Delivery Mode Control
F. Air Conditioning
G. Rear Window Defogger
1-14
Vehicle Features
Radio(s)
Radio with CD (MP3)
O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to
increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™,
if equipped.
f : Select radio stations.
© ¨ : Seek or scan stations.
4 : Press to display additional text information related to
the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3 or WMA
song. If information is available during XM, CD, MP3 or
WMA playback, the song title information displays on
the top line of the display and artist information displays
on the bottom line. When information is not available,
“No Info” displays.
For more information about these and other radio
features, see Audio System(s) on page 4‑57.
Storing a Favorite Station
Depending on which radio the vehicle has, radio
stations are stored as either favorites or presets.
For radios with a FAV button, a maximum of 36 stations
can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located
below the radio station frequency tabs and by using
the radio FAV button. Press FAV to go through up to
six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations
available per page. Each page of favorites can contain
any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations.
For radios without a FAV button, up to 18 stations
(six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed
on the six numbered buttons.
See Radio(s) on page 4‑60.
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Setting the Clock
To set the time and date for the Radio with CD (MP3):
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press
3. Press the pushbutton located below any one of the
4. Increase or decrease the time or date by
For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your
specific audio system, see Setting the Clock
page 4‑58
H and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY
(hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays.
tabs that you want to change.
turning
f clockwise or counterclockwise.
on
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Satellite Radio
XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the
48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian
provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety
of programming and commercial-free music,
coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound.
A fee is required to receive the XM service.
For more information, refer to:
.
www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)
.
www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada)
See “XM Satellite Radio Service” under Radio(s)
page 4‑60
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Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle may have an auxiliary input jack, located
on the audio faceplate. External devices such as iPod
MP3 players, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary
input jack using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack cable.
See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” under Radio(s)
page 4‑60
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Steering Wheel Controls
If equipped, these
controls are located on
the right side of the
steering wheel.
w : Press to go to the next radio station stored as a
favorite, or the next track if a CD is playing.
b g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press
again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than
two seconds to interact with the OnStar
systems, if equipped.
c x : Press to go to the previous radio station stored
as a favorite, the next track if a CD is playing, to reject
an incoming call, or end a current call.
®
or Bluetooth
SRCE : Press to choose between the radio, CD, and
auxiliary input jack.
+
e − e : Increases or decreases volume.
¨ : Press to go to the next radio station while in AM,
FM, or XM™. Press to go to the next track or chapter
while sourced to the CD.
For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel
Controls on page 4‑86.
Bluetooth
For vehicles with an in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it
allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to
make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s
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.
For more information visit www.gm.com/bluetooth.
For more information, see Bluetooth
®
®
on page 4‑75.
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Cruise Control
The cruise control buttons
are located on the left
side of the steering wheel.
J: On/Off.
RES+ : Press to resume or accelerate speed.
SET− : Press to set or decrease speed.
[ : Press to cancel cruise control.
For more information, see Cruise Control on page 4‑6.
Power Outlets
The vehicle has three 12‐volt outlets to use with
electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone.
On vehicles with a center console, one outlet is located
inside the center floor console and two outlets are
located at the front of the console bin under the
instrument panel. Lift the cover to access the outlet.
On vehicles without a center console, two are located
under the climate controls and another outlet for the
rear seat passengers is at the rear of the center front
seat. Remove the cover to access the outlets.
See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑15.
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Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control System (TCS)
The vehicle may have a traction control system limits
wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
.
For vehicles with traction control, press and
release
traction control.
DIC message displays. See DIC Warnings and
Messages on page 4‑44.
.
For vehicles with traction control and electronic
stability control, press and release
instrument panel to turn off traction control.
illuminates and the appropriate DIC message
displays. See DIC Warnings and Messages
page 4‑44
.
Press and release the button again to turn on
traction control.
For more information, see Traction Control
System (TCS) on page 5‑7.
i on the instrument panel to turn off
F illuminates and the appropriate
5 on the
F
on
.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The Electronic Stability Control system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving
conditions. The system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off both traction control and Electronic
Stability Control, press and hold
instrument panel until
appropriate DIC message displays. See DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 4‑44.
.
Press and release the button again to turn on both
systems.
For more information, see Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) on page 5‑5.
F illuminates and the
5 on the
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Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS).
The Tire Pressure
Monitor alerts you when
a significant reduction in
pressure occurs in one or
more of the vehicle’s tires
by illuminating the low tire
pressure warning light on
the instrument cluster.
If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible
and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure
shown on the tire loading information label located on
the driver side center pillar (B pillar). See Loading the
Vehicle
on until the tire pressure is corrected.
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire
pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is
first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be
an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting
low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper
pressure.
on page 5‑19
. The warning light will remain
The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about low tire
pressure, but it does not replace normal monthly tire
maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑62.
on page 6‑60
and
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life
based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message
when it is necessary 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. Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC.
2. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on the DIC
for more than five seconds. The oil life will change
to 100%.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑18.
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Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Vehicles that have the 3.5L V6 engine (VIN Code K) or
the 3.9L V6 engine (VIN Code M) have a yellow fuel
cap and can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol
fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85
(85% Ethanol)
on page 6‑8
. In all other engines, use
only the unleaded gasoline described under Gasoline
Octane on page 6‑6.
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, if equipped.
.
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-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872)
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically
enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
This program provides technically trained advisors
who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year,
minor repair information or towing arrangements.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the
OnStar button and the current GPS location will be sent
to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem,
contact Roadside Assistance, and relay exact location
to get you the help you need.
Online Owner Center
The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service
that includes online service reminders, vehicle
maintenance tips, online owner manual, special
privileges and more.
Sign up today at: www.gmownercenter.com/chevrolet
(U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada).
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OnStar
OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and live
advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security,
navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
®
Automatic Crash Response
In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert an
OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the
vehicle to see if you need help.
How OnStar Service Works
: This blue button connects you to a specially
Q
trained OnStar advisor to verify your account
information and to answer questions.
] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help
from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors.
X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated
calling and to give voice commands for turn‐by‐turn
navigation.
Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle
Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside
Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation and Hands‐Free
Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar
services are available on all vehicles. For more
information see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visit
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada),
contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827)
or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080, or press
an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
For a full description of OnStar services and system
limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the
glove box.
OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and
conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber
Information.
OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a
place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless
service provider for service in that area. OnStar service
also cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where
the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that
area has coverage, network capacity and reception
when the service is needed, and technology that is
compatible with the OnStar service. Not all services
are available everywhere, particularly in remote or
enclosed areas, or at all times.
Q to speak with
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The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle
information. This information is automatically sent to an
OnStar call center when
or if the airbags or ACR system deploy. This information
usually includes the vehicle's GPS location and, in the
event of a crash, additional information regarding the
crash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g. the direction
from which the vehicle was hit). When the virtual
advisor feature of OnStar hands-free calling is used, the
vehicle also sends OnStar the vehicle's GPS location
so they can provide services where it is located.
Location information about the vehicle is only available
if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and
available.
The vehicle must have a working electrical system,
including adequate battery power, for the OnStar
equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar
cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing
OnStar service at any particular time or place. Some
examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle
in a crash, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or
wireless phone network congestion.
Q is pressed, ] is pressed,
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls
This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can
be used to interact with OnStar hands-free calling.
See Audio Steering Wheel Controls
for more information.
On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to
dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone
extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more
information.
on page 4‑86
Your Responsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor
cannot be heard.
If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system
may not be functioning properly. Press
vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light is
appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired and
all services have been deactivated. Press
that the OnStar equipment is active.
Q and request a
Q to confirm
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