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Chevrolet MALIBU Owner Manual

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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-4
eAssist Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-4
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4
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.. . . . . . 5-33
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-39
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....7-15
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-38
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8-6
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Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-15
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-25
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-31
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-34
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-37
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-46
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-46
Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-3
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Towing . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-93
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-95
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-3
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-10
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-13
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15
Technical Data . . . . . . ......... 12-1
Vehicle Identification.. . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-19
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20
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, MALIBU, and the MALIBU Emblem are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20981099 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.
©
2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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 G : Air Conditioning
Refrigerant Oil
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar®
$ : Brake System Warning Light
I : Certified Technician " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps g : First Responder H : Flammable # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : 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
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Heated Seats . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Head Restraint
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 1-11
Passenger Sensing
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-11
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-14
Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-15
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-16
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Navigation System . . . . . . . .. . . 1-18
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-19
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
eAssist Features
eAssist®Overview . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
High Voltage Safety
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . 1-21
Automatic Engine Start/Stop
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 1-21
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 1-22
Battery .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1-22
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
StabiliTrak
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-23
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-24
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-24
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-24
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-25
OnStar
®
System . . . . . . . . . 1-23
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

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A. Air Vents on page 8‑5.
B. Turn and Lane-Change Lever.
See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4.
Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑23.
C. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑8.
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑23.
D. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5‑4.
E. Storage Area. See Instrument
Panel Storage on page 4‑1.
F. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System on page 6‑3.
G. Infotainment Display.
H. Infotainment on page 7‑1.
AM-FM Radio on page 7‑15.
I. CD Player on page 7‑24.
J. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑5.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5.
K. Hood Release. See Hood on
page 10‑5.
L. Storage Compartment. See
Instrument Panel Storage on page 4‑1.
M. Data Link Connector (Out of
View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13.
N. Cruise Control on page 9‑34.
O. Steering Wheel Adjustment on
page 5‑2.
P. Horn on page 5‑3.
Driver Airbag. See Where Are the Airbags? on page 3‑24.
Q. Steering Wheel Controls on
page 5‑3.
R. Ignition Positions (Key Access)
on page 9‑15.
S. Heated Front Seats on
page 3‑10 (If Equipped).
T. Power Door Locks on page 2‑8.
Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑4.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑28.
U. Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 9‑31.
®
StabiliTrak
System on
page 9‑33.
V. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission on page 9‑25.
W. Power Outlets on page 5‑6.
X. Electric Parking Brake. See
Parking Brake on page 9‑29.
Y. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8‑1.
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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 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
RKE without Remote Start
Press the button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks.
This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start.
K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
V : Press and hold to open
the trunk.
7 : Press and release one time to
locate the vehicle. Press and hold for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
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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 and release
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold
the turn signal lamps flash.
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.
Q.
/ until
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start:
.
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 ignition on and then back off.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5.
/

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside:
.
Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
.
Use the key in the driver door.
To lock or unlock the doors from the inside:
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Front Door Panels
.
Press Q or K on the instrument panel or the front door panels.
.
Push the door lock knob on the top of the door to lock the door only.
.
Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pulling the handle again unlatches the door.
See Door Locks on page 2‑7 or Power Door Locks on page 2‑8.

Windows

Push the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it.
The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21.
Express Window Operation
Windows with an express-down or express-up feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. If equipped, the driver window may also have express-up. Pull a window switch up or push it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down automatically. Stop the window by pushing or pulling the switch in the same direction a second time, or by briefly operating the switch to the first detent in either direction.
See Power Windows on page 2‑16.
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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
Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch when the desired height is reached.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.
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 part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑5.
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Lumbar Adjustment
To adjust the lumbar support, if available:
.
Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.
.
Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the height of the lumbar support.
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑5.
Reclining Seatbacks
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
To recline a manual seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to the upright position:
1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
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Power Reclining Seatbacks
To adjust a power seatback, if available:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6.

Memory Features

On vehicles with the memory feature, the “1” and “2” buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually save and recall the positions of the driver seat and outside mirrors. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions.
The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter when the ignition is placed in OFF. These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.
Storing Button Memory Positions
To save positions into Button Memory:
1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, and both outside mirrors to the desired driving positions.
2. Press and hold MEM (Memory) and “1” at the same time until a beep sounds.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a second driver using “2.”
To recall the manually saved Button Memory positions, press and hold “1” or “2.” The driver seat and outside mirrors move to the positions stored to those buttons when pressed. Releasing “1” or “2” before the stored positions are reached stops the recall.
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To automatically recall RKE Memory positions, unlock the driver door with the RKE transmitter, and open the driver door. On vehicles with keyless access, opening the driver door when an RKE transmitter is present will activate the RKE Memory recall. If the driver door is already open, pressing the RKE
transmitter activate the RKE Memory recall. The driver seat and outside mirrors will move to the previously saved RKE Memory positions.
See Memory Seats on page 3‑7.
Easy Exit Driver Seat
This feature moves the seat rearward allowing the driver more room to exit the vehicle.
K button will also
To activate, place the ignition in OFF and open the driver door. If the driver door is already open, placing the ignition in OFF will activate the easy exit driver seat.
This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑33.

Second Row Seats

The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space.
For detailed instructions see Rear Seats on page 3‑11.

Heated Seats

Uplevel Climate Control System
Shown, Base Similar
If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the engine must be running.
Press
M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback. Indicator lights on the button show the current setting.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting,
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and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑10.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
See Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts on page 3‑13.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑14.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑15.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑45.

Passenger Sensing System

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.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑28 for important information.
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Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors
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 deselect the mirror.
9 to
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 2‑14.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare from 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

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever (A) 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 (A) up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The interior lamps control located in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps.
To operate, press the following buttons:
E : Turns the lamps off. 1 : Turns the lamps on when any
door is opened.
+ : Keeps the lamps on all
the time.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps located in the overhead console and the headliner.
Rear Reading Lamps
# or $ : Press the button near
each lamp to turn it on or off.
For more information, see
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑5.
Front Reading Lamps
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Exterior Lighting

This control is located on the instrument panel on the left side of the steering wheel.
O : Turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released.
Turn to AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate once the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.
O again to reactivate the
; : Turns on the parking lamps
together with the following:
.
Sidemarker Lamps
.
Taillamps
.
License Plate Lamps
.
Instrument Panel Lights
2 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the following:
.
Sidemarker Lamps
.
Taillamps
.
License Plate Lamps
.
Instrument Panel Lights
.
Parking Lamps
For more information, see:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑2.
.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑5.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
HI: Use for fast wipes.
LO: Use for slow wipes.
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INT: 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 5‑4.

Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
A. Driver and Passenger
Temperature Controls
B. Comfort/Eco Air Conditioning
C. Air Delivery Modes
D. Defrost
E. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
F. Heated Seats (If Equipped)
G. Recirculation
H. Fan Control
I. Rear Window Defogger
J. SYNC
See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1.

Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC)
This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual).
2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the top of the shift lever to upshift, or push the − (minus) end of the button to downshift.
See Manual Mode on page 9‑27.
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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

VOL/ O : Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
RADIO/BAND or SOURCE:
Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped.
TUNE/MENU: Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu.
© SEEK ¨ : Press to seek the
previous or next station or track.
INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track.
See Overview (Radio with CD and
Touchscreen) on page 7‑5 or Overview (Radio with CD) on page 7‑3 for more information about
these and other radio features.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can receive XM programming.
XM Satellite Radio Service
XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service.
Refer to:
.
www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.).
.
www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio on page 7‑20.

Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑28.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.
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See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑38 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑43 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑40.

Steering Wheel Controls

For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
b / g : Press to interact with an
OnStar, Bluetooth, or navigation system (if equipped).
$ / 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 ^ : Use to select a radio
band or audio source.
Use
_ or ^ to select the next or
previous favorite radio station, CD track, DVD track/chapter (with navigation), or MP3 track.
Press SRC to change between radio and CD or DVD.
Press and hold SRC to interact with the navigation system.
x −: Press + to increase or − to
+
decrease the volume.
See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑3.

Cruise Control

1 : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. An indicator light will turn on or off in the instrument cluster.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up to resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate.
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SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down
to set a speed and activate cruise control or to make the vehicle decelerate.
See Cruise Control on page 9‑34.

Navigation System

If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system.
The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.
See the navigation system manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.
A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear
the menu item when it is displayed.
B.
w / x : Use the thumbwheel
to scroll through the items in each menu.
C. MENU: Press to display the
Trip/Fuel menu and the Vehicle Information menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑23.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If available, the rear vision camera displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). The display will appear on the radio screen.
To clean the camera lens, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.
See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑37.
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Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
There are two accessory power outlets: one on the instrument panel below the climate control and one under the armrest inside the center console storage.
Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑6.

Sunroof

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switches used to operate it are on the headliner above the rearview mirror. The ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to operate the sunroof. See Ignition
Positions (Key Access) on page 9‑15 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑21.
Open/Close: Press and hold the front or rear of switch (A) to open or close the sunroof. The sunshade automatically opens with the sunroof, but must be closed manually.
Express Open/Close: Press and release the front or rear of switch (A) to express-open or express-close the sunroof.
Vent/Close: Press and hold the rear of the switch (B) to vent the sunroof. Press and hold the front of the switch to close.
The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Anti-Pinch Feature
If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature detects the object and stops the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof then returns to the full-open position.
See Sunroof on page 2‑18.
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eAssist Features

eAssist®Overview

If the vehicle has eAssist, there are several additional features which contribute to increased efficiency.
Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. This feature saves fuel by shutting the engine off when the vehicle is stopped. When the engine shuts off automatically, all the accessories will continue to operate normally. In very hot or cold conditions, the engine will only shut off automatically part of the time. See Starting the Engine on page 9‑17.
There are two air conditioning settings available. The comfort setting maximizes cabin comfort.
The eco setting maximizes efficiency allowing more frequent, and longer engine stops than the comfort setting. See Dual Automatic
Climate Control System on page 8‑1.
This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. See Hill Start Assist (HSA) on page 9‑31.
Vehicles with eAssist have a slightly different instrument cluster, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. See Instrument Cluster on page 5‑8. There is also a Power Flow Gauge in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑23.
The eAssist system uses a high voltage battery, which is cooled with air drawn from the vehicle interior.
The cold air intake for the battery is located behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Do not cover the intake. See Battery on page 10‑21.
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High Voltage Safety Information

Vehicles with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service.
The negative 12-volt battery cable and the high voltage cable in the engine compartment are clearly labeled. In emergency situations, first responders can cut those cables to disable the high voltage battery system.

Driver Efficiency Gauge

For vehicles with eAssist, this gauge assists the driver in operating the vehicle more efficiently and will vary based on driver input.
See Driver Efficiency Gauge on page 5‑10.

Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Feature

Vehicles with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop feature. After the engine is started and has reached operating temperature, the auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn off when the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle comes to a complete stop. When the brake pedal is released, or the accelerator pedal is applied, the engine will restart. The engine will continue to run until the next auto stop.
To restart the engine during the auto stop, release the brake pedal or press the accelerator pedal. The engine starts immediately. The vehicle continues to run until the next stop.
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AUTO STOP on the tachometer signifies that the engine is in auto stop mode. See Tachometer on page 5‑9 for more information. A chime will sound when the driver door is opened while in auto stop mode. Remember to shift to P (Park) and turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF before exiting the vehicle.
See Starting the Engine on page 9‑17.

Regenerative Braking

Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the vehicle's high voltage battery system, contributing to increased fuel efficiency.
The system works whenever the accelerator pedal is released, and increases the energy captured as more brake pedal is applied.

Battery

This vehicle has a standard 12-volt battery. Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new standard 12-volt battery is needed.
Vehicles with eAssist also have a high voltage battery. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high voltage battery. See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. See Battery on page 10‑21.

Service

Never try to do your own service on eAssist components. You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these high voltage components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See
Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10‑4.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
g located on the center
console. appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑30.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.
See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑31.
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StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak 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 StabiliTrak, press and hold
the TCS/StabiliTrak button located on the center console,
until
i and g illuminate and the
appropriate DIC messages are displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑30.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.
See StabiliTrak
page 9‑33.
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Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑49.
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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 (With Pressure Deflation Button) on page 10‑71 or Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (With Pressure Relief Button) on page 10‑64 for
complete operating information.
If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑62.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
2. Press the DIC MENU button on the turn signal lever to enter the Vehicle Information Menu. Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the menu items until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE.
3. Press the SET/CLR button to reset the oil life at 100%.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10.

Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑42. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑40.
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