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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 31
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 105
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 165
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 209
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 365
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 382
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 392
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
2Introduction
Introduction
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.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 23378946 B Second Printing
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’s manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
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
USA
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, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
© 2017 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Introduction 3
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
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 : Shown when the owner’s manual has additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
# : Air Conditioning
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light
" : Charging System (12-Volt Battery)
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture
^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
g : First Responder
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
4Introduction
_ : High Voltage
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 12
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 13
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 16
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 20
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 21
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 23
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Universal Remote System . . . . . 24
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hybrid Features
Hybrid Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
High Voltage Safety
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Regenerative Braking
(Hybrid Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 28 Fuel (1.5L and 1.8L
Engines) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Fuel (2.0L Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 29 Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview
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1.Air Vents 0 207.
2.Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 161.
IntelliBeam System Button (If Equipped). See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 157.
3.Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 114 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 116.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 136 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 133.
4.Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 107.
5.Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 160.
6.Infotainment 0 165.
7.Climate Control Systems 0 200.
Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 203 (If Equipped).
8.Hazard Warning Flashers 0 160.
9. Power Outlets 0 110.
10.Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 235.
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 248 (If Equipped).
11.Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 228.
12.Parking Brake 0 232.
13.USB Port 0 179.
14.ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Positions 0 220.
15.Steering Wheel Controls 0 106.
Driver Information Center Buttons.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 136 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 133.
16.Horn 0 107.
17.Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 106.
18.Cruise Control 0 237.
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 240
(If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0 107
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 252 (If Equipped).
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 260
(If Equipped).
19.Hood Release. See Hood
0 276.
20.Data Link Connector (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 124.
21.Exterior Lamp Controls 0 157.
22.Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 161.
8In Brief
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’s manual.
Stop/Start System
The vehicle may have a fuel saving Stop/Start system to shut off the engine and help conserve fuel.
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the engine may turn off. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pushed, the engine will restart. The engine may restart even while the brake is applied. See Starting the Engine
0 222.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
With Remote Start Shown
K : Press to unlock the driver door or all doors, depending on the vehicle personalization setting.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
X: Press twice quickly to open the trunk.
7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
See Keys 0 31 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 32.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1.Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter.
2.Immediately, press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
3.Start the vehicle normally after entering.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
For the hybrid vehicle, the engine will only start if needed for warming functions or high voltage battery charging.
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Remote start can be extended.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.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 0 38.
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 0 32.
.Use the key in the driver door. The key lock cylinder has a cover. See Door Locks 0 40.
To lock or unlock the doors from the inside:
.Press Q or K on the power door lock switch.
.Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pulling the handle again unlatches the door.
See Power Door Locks 0 42.
Trunk Release
To open the trunk:
.Press Xtwice on the RKE transmitter.
.Press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk after unlocking all doors.
For Keyless Access, the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk. Press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk and lift to open. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 32.
See Trunk 0 45.
Windows
10 In Brief
The power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 225.
Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time.
See Power Windows 0 51.
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.
Manual Seat Height Adjuster
Move the lever on the outboard side of the seat up or down to manually raise or lower the seat.
See Seat Adjustment 0 57.
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 entire seat by moving the entire control up
or down.
.Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 58.
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Lumbar Adjustment |
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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.
Power Reclining Seatbacks
If equipped, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 58.
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 adjust a power seatback, if available:
.Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
12 In Brief
.Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 58.
Memory Features
If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers to store and recall their unique seat positions for driving the vehicle, and a shared exit position for getting out of the vehicle. Other feature positions may also be set, such as power mirrors, if equipped. Memory positions are linked to RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic memory recalls.
Before storing, adjust all available memory feature positions. Turn the ignition on and then press and release SET; a beep will sound. Then immediately press and hold 1,
2, or B (Exit) on the driver door until two beeps sound. To manually recall these positions, press and
hold 1, 2, or B until the saved position is reached.
When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in vehicle personalization, positions previously stored to memory buttons 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from off to on or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
When Easy Exit Options is enabled in vehicle personalization, the feature automatically recalls the previously stored exit position when exiting the vehicle. See Memory Seats 0 60.
Second Row Seats
The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space.
See Rear Seats 0 64.
Heated and Ventilated
Seats
If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the engine must be running.
To heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback, press L or M. Indicator lights on the button show the current setting.
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To ventilate the driver or passenger seat, press { or C. Indicator lights on the button show the current setting.
Press the heated or ventilated button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated or ventilated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
See Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats 0 62.
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 0 56 and Seat
Adjustment 0 57.
Seat Belts
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use seat belts properly:
.Seat Belts 0 66.
.How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 68.
.Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 69.
.Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 92.
Passenger Sensing
System
United States and Canada
Mexico
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System 0 79.
14 In Brief
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 123.
Mirror Adjustment
Interior Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror 0 50.
Exterior Mirrors
To adjust a mirror:
1.Press } or | to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2.Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction.
See Power Mirrors 0 49.
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
To adjust the steering wheel:
1.Pull the lever down.
2.Move the steering wheel up or down.
3.Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4.Pull the lever 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 dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
To operate, press the following buttons:
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually.
jOFF : Press to turn off the dome lamps when a door is open. An indicator light on the button will turn on when the dome lamp
override is activated. Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature
and the indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened.
Reading Lamps
There may be front and rear reading lamps.
If equipped, the front reading lamps are in the overhead console.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the reading lamps on or off.
If equipped, the rear reading lamps are in the headliner.
Press the button near each lamp to turn reading lamps on or off.
For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 161.
16 In Brief
Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
O : Turns the exterior lamps off and deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn
to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See:
.Exterior Lamp Controls 0 157
.Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 159
Windshield Wiper/Washer
With the ignition on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY, move the lever to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then adjust the band to control the frequency of wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down.
f: Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 107.
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Climate Controls
If equipped with one of these systems, it controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Climate Control System
1.Fan Control
2.MAX Defrost
3.A/C (Air Conditioning) or Max/ Eco Air Conditioning (Stop/ Start Only)
4.TEMP (Temperature Control)
5.Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
6.Recirculation
7.Air Delivery Mode Controls
8.Rear Window Defogger
18 In Brief
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
1.Driver and Passenger Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)
2.Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3.MAX Defrost
4.Air Delivery Mode Controls
5.A/C (Air Conditioning) or Max/ Eco Air Conditioning (Stop/ Start Only)
6.Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7.SYNC
8.AUTO (Automatic Operation)
9.Fan Controls
10.Power (On/Off)
11.Recirculation
12.Rear Window Defogger
See Climate Control Systems 0 200 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 203 (If Equipped).
Transmission
Electronic Range Select
(ERS) Mode
ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear limit of the transmission and the vehicle's speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster. When using the ERS mode a number will display next to the L, indicating the current gear that has been selected.
To use this feature:
1.Move the shift lever to L (Manual Mode).
2.Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on the shift lever to increase or decrease the gear range available.
See Manual Mode 0 230.
Hybrid Low Mode
When descending steep grades or in stop-and-go traffic, L (Low) provides the ability to slow the vehicle with regenerative braking
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when lifting off the accelerator pedal. L2 provides moderate braking and L1 provides maximum braking below 80 km/h (50 mph). When the battery reaches full charge the engine may run to maintain braking.
To use this feature:
1.Move the shift lever to L (Low). The transmission will enter L2.
2.Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on the shift lever to shift between L2 and L1.
See Manual Mode 0 230.
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System
Base radio information is included in this manual. See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems.
Read the following pages to become familiar with the features.
{Warning
Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment feature can cause a crash. You or others could be injured or killed. Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving. Limit your glances at the vehicle displays and focus your attention on driving. Use voice commands whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid distraction by disabling some
functions when driving. These functions may gray out when they are unavailable. Many infotainment features are also available through the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls.
Before driving:
.Become familiar with the operation, center stack controls, and infotainment display controls.
.Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
.Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability.
See Defensive Driving 0 211.
To play the infotainment system with the ignition off, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 225.
20 In Brief
Radio(s)
Radio without Touchscreen
O : Press and hold to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
RADIO : Press to choose between AM or FM.
MENU : Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu.
7 or 6 : Press to seek the previous or next station or file.
See Overview 0 167.
Radio with Touchscreen
O : Press to turn the system on. Press and hold to turn the system off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
g : Press and release to go to the previous station, channel, or track. Press and hold to fast seek the previous track or strongest previous station or channel.
d : Press and release to go to the next station, channel, or track. Press and hold to fast seek the next track or strongest station or channel.
Source : Touch to choose between available sources.
Menu : Touch to choose between available menus.
S or T: Touch to view saved favorite stations or channels.
See Overview 0 167.
Satellite Radio
If equipped, a SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
.www.siriusxm.com or call 1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
.www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio 0 176.
Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle has a USB port in the center stack below the climate controls. External devices such as iPods, MP3 players, and USB storage devices may be connected.
See USB Port 0 179.
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.
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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.
See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 185 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls Radio with Touchscreen) 0 190 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls Radio without Touchscreen) 0 186.
Steering Wheel Controls
See OnStar Overview 0 396, Bluetooth (Overview) 0 185 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls Radio with Touchscreen) 0 190 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls Radio without Touchscreen) 0 186, or “Bluetooth (Overview)” in the infotainment manual.
c : Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call.
1.Favorite: When on a radio source, press to select the next or previous favorite. When on a media source, press to select the next or previous track.
2.Volume: Press to increase or decrease the volume.
See Steering Wheel Controls 0 106.
Cruise Control
g : If equipped with OnStar® or a Bluetooth® system, press to interact with those systems.
The favorite and volume switches are on the back of the steering wheel.
5 : Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on.
22 In Brief
* : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory.
+RES : If there is a set speed in memory, press to resume that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.
−SET : Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.
See Cruise Control 0 237 or Adaptive Cruise Control 0 240 (If Equipped).
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
w or x : Press to move up or down in a list, or on the main view press to cycle through the different Info app pages.
o or p : Press o to open application menus on the left. Press p to open interaction menus on the right. Or on the base cluster, press to move between the DIC menus.
V : Press to select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens, or on the main view reset info pages to the original setting.
See Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 114 or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 116 and Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 136 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 133.
Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, V, when a vehicle is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 252.
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Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB)
If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which includes Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear.
See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 254.
Front Pedestrian Braking
(FPB) System
If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays a pedestrian ahead indicator when a nearby pedestrian is detected directly ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly,
FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle.
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System 0 256.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 260 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 260.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 258 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 258.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC shows a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.
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See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 248.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow on the infotainment display to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 248.
Parking Assist
If equipped, Front and Rear Parking Assist (FRPA) uses sensors on the front and rear bumpers to assist with parking and avoiding objects during low-speed parking maneuvers. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). The system may show a warning triangle on the infotainment display and a graphic on the instrument cluster to
provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps may occur if very close to an object.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 248.
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA)
If equipped, the APA system helps to search for and maneuver the vehicle into parallel or perpendicular parking spots using automatic steering, DIC displays, and beeps. When the vehicle speed is below
30 km/h (18 mph), press Oto enable the system.
See “Automatic Parking Assist (APA)” under Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 248.
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 center stack below the climate control system.
.One on the rear of the center console.
Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet.
See Power Outlets 0 110.
Universal Remote System
If equipped, this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate
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devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist with programming the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote System 0 153.
Sunroof
If equipped, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY,
or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active to operate the sunroof.
See Ignition Positions 0 220 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 225.
1.Sunroof Switch
2.Sunshade Switch
Sunroof Express Operation
Press and release ~ (1) to vent. Press and release again to express-open. Press the switch at any time to stop movement. Press g (1) to express-close.
Sunroof Manual Operation
The sunroof can change to manual mode by holding ~ (1) while opening. The sunroof will now open as long as the switch is held. Press and release again to change back to express operation.
Power Sunshade
Press C (2) to express-open the
power sunshade. Press Q(2) to express-close the power sunshade. Press again at any time to stop movement.
The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
See Sunroof 0 53.
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Hybrid Features
Hybrid Vehicle Operation
The hybrid vehicle combines gasoline and electric propulsion to drive the vehicle. The gas engine will automatically start to provide power. It will shut off to save fuel. The engine may remain
running when:
.There is aggressive acceleration or climbing hills.
.Vehicle speed is greater than 88 km/h (55 mph).
.The high voltage battery is charging.
.The heater is being used.
The engine and transmission work together to provide the required power at the highest efficiency. This may result in higher engine speeds. See Driving for Better Fuel Economy 0 30.
High Voltage Safety
Information
{Warning
Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training.
High voltage components are identified by labels. Do not remove, open, take apart,
or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery.
If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high voltage system. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is
disconnected and the vehicle will not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed. Before the vehicle can be operated again, it must be serviced at your dealer.
{Warning
Damage to the high voltage battery or high voltage system can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire.
If the vehicle is damaged from a moderate to severe crash, flood, fire, or other event, the vehicle should be inspected as soon as possible. Until the vehicle has been inspected, store it outside at least 15 m (50 ft) from any structure or anything that can burn. Ventilate the vehicle by opening a window or a door.
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Contact Customer Assistance as soon as possible to determine whether an inspection is needed. See Customer Assistance Offices 0 384.
See Battery - North America 0 297 for important safety information.
If an airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 78.
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.
Regenerative Braking
(Hybrid Only)
Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it back into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the high voltage battery system,
contributing to increased energy efficiency. See Regenerative Braking (Hybrid Only) 0 235.
Battery
This vehicle has a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage hybrid battery. When a new standard 12-volt battery is needed, see your dealer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery's label. Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the hybrid battery. See your dealer if the high voltage hybrid battery needs service. See Battery - North America 0 297.
Service
{Warning
Never try to do your own service on hybrid components. You can be seriously injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work.
Service and repair of hybrid components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See Doing Your Own Service Work 0 276.
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Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started and begins
to move.
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 and begins to move.
.To turn off TCS, press and
release g on the center console. i illuminates in the instrument cluster.
.To turn TCS on again, press and release g.
.To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, press and hold g on the center console, until i and
g illuminate in the instrument cluster.
.Press and release g again to turn on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 235.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 216. 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 0 323.
Fuel (1.5L and 1.8L
Engines)
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Regular Fuel
Use only unleaded gasoline rated 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. Do not use gasoline with an octane rating lower as it may result in vehicle damage and lower fuel economy. See Fuel 0 262.
Fuel (2.0L Engine)
Premium Recommended Fuel
Use premium 93 octane unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 87 may be used, but it will reduce performance and fuel economy. See Fuel 0 262.
E85 or FlexFuel
No E85 or FlexFuel
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), such as E85, cannot be used in this vehicle.
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.Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel, display REMAINING OIL LIFE
on the DIC.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 136 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 133. When remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display.
2.Press V on the DIC controls and hold down for a few seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
The system is reset when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is off and the REMAINING OIL LIFE 100% message is displayed.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 286.
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