Chevrolet Impala Limited Police 2015 Owner's Manual

2015
Impala Limited
2015
Impala Limited
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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-3
Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-17
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-22
Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-33
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-39
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ..7-6
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-18
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-5
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-13
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-21
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-26
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-28
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-41
Vehicle Care . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62
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Towing . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-66
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,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-14
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 . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14-1
OnStar Overview.. . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Services . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 14-6
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
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, IMPALA, and the IMPALA Emblem are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.
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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
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Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning
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Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution
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Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
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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
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.
the Index.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
(if equipped)
$ : 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
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M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-5
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-8
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 1-9
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-10
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-15
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-15
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Universal Remote System . . . 1-16
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-17
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-18
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-18
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-19
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OnStar
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents on page 8-4.
2. Remote Trunk Release Button. See Trunk on page 2-9.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals on page 6-4.
4. Instrument Cluster on page 5-10.
5. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-3.
6. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-22.
7. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-14.
8. Infotainment on page 7-1.
9. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.
10. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control on page 6-5.
Dome Lamp Control. See Dome Lamps on page 6-5.
11. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control on page 9-26.
12. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5-2.
13. Cruise Control on page 9-28.
14. Hood Release. See Hood on page 10-4.
15. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-15.
16. Horn on page 5-3.
17. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2 (If Equipped).
18. Ignition Positions on page 9-13.
19. Climate Control Systems on page 8-1.
20. Power Outlets on page 5-7.
21. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped). See Shifting Into Park on page 9-18.

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 ft) away from the vehicle.
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L and hold for more than
Press two seconds to sound the panic alarm.
L again to cancel the panic
Press alarm.
See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

Remote Vehicle Start

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. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-33 for additional information.
Press and hold approximately one second to open the trunk.
Press
L and release to locate the
vehicle.
V for
If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release
3. Immediately, press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Q.
/
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. After 30 seconds, repeat the steps if a 10-minute extension is desired. Remote start can be extended only once.
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 2-5.
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Door Locks

Manual Locks
From outside the vehicle, use the key in the driver 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 2-7.

Trunk Release

To open the trunk from the outside, press
V on the RKE transmitter.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
Or, use the key in the lock cylinder, if equipped.
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 2-7.
.
Delayed Locking on page 2-8.
To open the trunk from the inside, press
V. See Trunk on page 2-9.

Windows

The power window switches are on the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window.
To lower the window, press and hold the front of the switch to the first position until the window is at the desired level. To raise the window, pull up and hold the front of the switch.
For more information, see Power Windows on page 2-15.
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Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats
To adjust a manual seat:
1. Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.
3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in place.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
To adjust the seatback, see Manual Reclining Seatbacksunder Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.
Power Seats
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-4.
Power Reclining Seatback
To adjust a power seatback, if equipped:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.
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Manual Lumbar
Move the lever up or down to increase or decrease lumbar support.
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.

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 Rear Seats (Split Folding) on page 3-7.

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 3-9.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-10.
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Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-11.
.
Lap Belt on page 3-14.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-37.
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Passenger Sensing System

The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags, seat side impact airbags, and roofrail airbags are not affected by this.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-23 for important information.
United States
Canada

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door armrest.
Press the left or right side of the selector located above the control pad to adjust the driver or passenger mirror. Then press the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.
See Power Mirrors on page 2-14.
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Interior Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use or pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of headlamps from behind.
See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2-14.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, the mirror automatically reduces the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-14.

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 toward you.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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.
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Map Lamps
The vehicle has map lamps on the rearview mirror. Press the button near each lamp to turn the map lamps on and off.
For more information on interior lighting, see:
.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-5.
.
Courtesy Lamps on page 6-5.

Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.
O : Turns off the automatic
headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp control to the off position again will turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position only works when the vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) position.
AUTO: Automatically operates the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the headlamps.
2 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
# : If equipped, turns on the fog
lamps.
See:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ Automatic Headlamp System on page 6-2
.
Fog Lamps on page 6-4

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
8 : Single wipe, turn to 8 , then
release. Several wipes, hold the band on
8 longer.
9 : Turns the windshield
wipers off.
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6 : Turn the band up for more
frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
6 : Slow wipes.

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.
? : Fast wipes.
Windshield Washer
Push the paddle lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3.
L at the top of the
Dual Zone with Optional Heated Seat Controls
1. Fan Control
2. Outside Air
3. Recirculation
4. Air Delivery Mode Control
5. Air Conditioning
6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
8. Rear Window Defogger
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Single Zone
1. Fan Control
2. Outside Air
3. Temperature Control
4. Recirculation
6. Air Conditioning
7. Rear Window Defogger
See Climate Control Systems on page 8-1.
5. Air Delivery Mode Control
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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Radio with CD (Base)
O : Press to turn the system on
and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to choose between FM1, FM2, AM, or SiriusXM equipped) on the Radio with CD (Base).
®
(if
f : Select radio stations. © ¨ : Seek or scan stations. 4 : For vehicles with RDS, press to
display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or SiriusXM station; or CD, MP3, or WMA song. If information is available during SiriusXM or CD 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 Infodisplays.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Infotainment on page 7-1.
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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 SiriusXM 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 Operation on page 7-2.
Setting the Clock
To set the time for the Radio with CD (Base):
1. Press the begins flashing on the display.
Press minutes begin flashing on the display.
2. To increase or decrease the time, do one of the following while the hours or minutes are flashing:
.
.
.
3. Press the the clock display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time, or wait five seconds until the flashing stops and the current time displayed is automatically set.
H button until the hour
H a second time and the
Turn the f knob. Press ¨ SEEK or © SEEK. Press \ FWD or s REV.
H button again until
For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system, see Clock on page 5-6.

Satellite Radio

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.
For more information, 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 7-8.
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Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle may have an auxiliary input jack on the audio faceplate. External devices such as iPods 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 Auxiliary Devices on page 7-17.
Bluetooth
If equipped with a Bluetooth system, it allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicles audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. For more information, see www.gm.com/bluetooth and Bluetooth on page 7-18.
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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.
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or Bluetooth
c / x : Press to go to the
previous radio station stored as a favorite, the next track if a CD is playing, reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
SRCE: Press to choose between the radio, CD, and auxiliary input jack.
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e e : Press to increase or
decrease 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 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2.
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Cruise Control

SET: Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.
[ : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control on page 9-28.

Power Outlets

The vehicle has three 12volt outlets which can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
J : Press to turn cruise control on
or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is on.
+RES: If there is a set speed in memory, press briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.
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.
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 and replace when not in use.
See Power Outlets on page 5-7.

Universal Remote System

Vehicles with the Universal Remote System will have these buttons located in the headliner.
This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
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Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist with programming the transmitter.
See Universal Remote System on page 5-39.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) which limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn traction control off, press and release the TCS/ESC button
Y on the instrument panel. The
appropriate Driver Information Center (DIC) message displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-30.
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Press and release the TCS/ESC button
Y again to turn on
traction control.
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To turn off both TCS and ESC, press and hold the TCS/ESC
button
Y on the instrument
panel until appropriate DIC message display. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5-30.
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Press and release the TCS/ESC button
systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-26.
g illuminates and the
Y again to turn on both

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
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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 9-9. 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 10-41.

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. Using the DIC, display OIL LIFE REMAINING. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 5-22.
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 10-8.

E85 or FlexFuel

Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See E85 or FlexFuel on page 9-32. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Fuel on page 9-31.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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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
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5.
OnStar
®
This vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. OnStar services may require a paid subscription. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-1
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2-14
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-14
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-14
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 2-15
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-16
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-16
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-11
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-12
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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If the key is unintentionally rotated while the vehicle is running, the ignition could be moved out of the RUN position. This could be caused by heavy items hanging from the key ring, or by large or long items attached to the key ring that could be contacted by the driver or steering wheel. If the ignition moves out of the RUN position,
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the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the provided key rings.
The ignition key and key rings, and RKE transmitter, if equipped, are designed to work together as a system to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. The ignition key has a small hole to allow attachment of the provided key ring. It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hole. See your dealer if a replacement key is required.
The combination and size of the rings that came with your keys were specifically selected for your vehicle. The rings are connected to the key like two links of a chain to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the ignition key. Attach additional items only to the second ring, and limit added items to a few essential keys or small, light items no larger than an RKE transmitter.
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The key can be used for the ignition and the driver door. If the vehicle is a taxi model, the key can also be used in the trunk.
If it becomes difficult to turn the key in a vehicle lock, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.
See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed.
If you are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See
Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5 for more information.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:
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Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacementlater in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The RKE transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3.
With Remote Start Shown, Without
Remote Start Similar
/ (Remote Vehicle Start):
If equipped, press to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-5.
Q (Lock): Press to lock all the
doors. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps
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when Q is pressed again within five seconds. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-33.
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-11.
Q may arm the content
K (Unlock): Press once to unlock
the driver door. If again within five seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-33.
Pressing disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-11.
K on the RKE transmitter
K is pressed
V (Remote Trunk Release):
Press and hold for about one second to open the trunk. The transmission must be in P (Park).
L (Vehicle Locator/Panic
Alarm): Press and release to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds
three times. Press and hold more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm turns off when the ignition is
turned to ON/RUN or again. The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the 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 the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed.
L for
L is pressed
Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. See your dealer to program new transmitters.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. See
Key and Lock Messages on page 5-29 for additional information.
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When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
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