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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-4
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . ..... . .2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-12
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-24
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-5
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-21
Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Personalization.. . . . . . 5-30
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ..7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-18
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-29
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-13
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-21
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-28
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-31
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-33
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-47
Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
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Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-75
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-78
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-2
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
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
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
OnStar Overview.. . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Services . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 14-5
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The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and ORLANDO are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22810368 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 Limitedfor Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
©
2012 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com
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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.
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.
WARNING
{
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : This symbol is shown when
you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information.
* : This symbol is shown when
you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.
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Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure
} : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 1-6
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-12
Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-13
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-16
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-16
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-17
Storage Compartments . . . . . . 1-18
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
StabiliTrak
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-19
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-19
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-20
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-20
OnStar
®
System . . . . . . . . . 1-19
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents on page 86.
2. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change
Signals on page 64.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 62.
3. Instrument Cluster on page 58.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 53.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 54.
5. Infotainment on page 71.
6. Infotainment Display.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 63.
8. Instrument Panel Storage on page 41.
USB Port and Auxiliary Input Jack (Inside Instrument Panel Storage). See Auxiliary Devices
on page 715
9. CD Player on page 713.
10. TCS/StabiliTrak Button. See
StabiliTrak
®
System on
page 929.
11. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 61.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 66.
Front Fog Lamps on page 65.
12. Hood Release. See Hood on page 104.
13. Front Storage on page 41.
14. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 512.
15. Cruise Control on page 931.
16. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 52.
17. Horn on page 53.
18. Steering Wheel Controls on page 53.
19. Power Door Locks on page 27.
20. Heated Front Seats on page 36 (If Equipped).
21. Climate Control Systems on
page 81.
Automatic Climate Control System on page 83.
22. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 921 or Manual Transmission on page 924.
23. Parking Brake on page 927.
24. Power Outlets on page 56.
25. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 64.
26. Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 510.
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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 may work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks.
K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 530.
RKE Transmitter with Remote
Start Shown
7 : Press and hold briefly 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 on page 21 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 23.

Remote Vehicle Start

For vehicles with this feature, the engine can be started from outside the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold
least two seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Q.
/ for at
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When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.
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 25.
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Door Locks

To lock or unlock the vehicle from outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key. From inside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch.
See Door Locks on page 26.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock switch is on the instrument panel.
K : Press to unlock the doors. Q : Press to lock the doors.
See Power Door Locks on page 27.
Safety Locks
The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.
Press o { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The indicator light comes on when activated.
The rear door power windows are also disabled.
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Press o { again to deactivate the lockout switch.
See Safety Locks on page 27.

Windows

Power Windows

Liftgate

Unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate.
Press the touch pad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open.
Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched.
Always close the liftgate before driving.
For more information see Liftgate on page 28.
On vehicles with power windows, the switches are on the doors.
Push the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it.
For more information, see Power Windows on page 214.

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats
Seat Position
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.
See Seat Adjustment on page 33.
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Height Adjustment
If available, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat.
Power Seats
To adjust the power driver seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment on page 34.
Reclining Seatbacks
To recline the seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
Do not lean against the seatback while adjusting it.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
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To return the seatback to an upright position:
1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback returns to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 34.

Second Row Seats

The second row seats can be tumbled to provide access to the third row seat, and the seatbacks can be reclined or folded forward.
See Second Row Seats on page 38.

Third Row Seats

The third row seats can be stowed for more cargo space. See Third Row Seats on page 312.

Heated Seats

Automatic Climate Control System
Buttons Shown
If available, the buttons are on the instrument panel, near the center. To operate, the engine must be running.
Press
L or M to heat the driver or
passenger seat.
See Heated Front Seats on page 36.

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 32 and Seat Adjustment on page 33.
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Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts on page 315.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 316.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 317.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 339.

Mirror Adjustment

Manual Mirrors
Vehicles with a manual mirror adjustment have controls next to each mirror.
See Manual Mirrors on page 211.
Power Mirrors
Vehicles with power mirrors have controls located on the driver door.
To adjust the 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 the position to deselect the mirror.
See Power Mirrors on page 212.
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Interior Mirror
Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view of behind your vehicle. Adjust the inside rearview mirror by moving it up and down or side to side. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 212.
On vehicles with an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror, the mirror reduces glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature and indicator light come on each time the vehicle is started. See
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 213.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

The vehicle may have a tilt or tilt and telescoping steering wheel.
Tilt Steering Wheel
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
3. Push the lever up to lock the
Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
steering wheel in place.
or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are located in the headliner.
( : Press to turn the lamps off,
even when a door is open.
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H : Press to turn the lamps on
automatically when a door is opened.
' : Press to turn on the dome
lamps.
Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located in the overhead console.
# or $ : Press the button near
each lamp to turn it on or off.
For more interior lamps information, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 66.

Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the outboard side of the steering column.
O : Briefly turn to this position to
turn the automatic light control off or on again.
AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights.
; : Turns on the parking lamps,
taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights.
5 : Turns on the headlamps,
parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on.
# : For vehicles with fog lamps,
press to turn the lamps on or off.
See:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 61
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 62
.
Front Fog Lamps on page 65
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Windshield Wiper/Washer

With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
HI: Use for fast wipes.
LO: Use for slow wipes.
INT: Move the lever up to INT for
intermittent wipes, then turn the
x INT band up for more
frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the vehicle has Rainsense, see the following Rainsense information.
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.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 53 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 54, if equipped.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.
ON: Press the upper portion of the button for continuous rear window wipes.
OFF: The rear wiper turns off when the button is returned to the middle position.
INT: Press the lower portion of the button to set a delay between wipes.
a : Push the windshield wiper
lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 53 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 54.
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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems.
Vehicles without Air Conditioning
1. Temperature Control
2. Bi-level Air Mode
3. Floor Air Mode
4. Vent Air Mode
5. Fan Control
6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Rear Window Defogger
8. Defog
9. Defrost
Vehicles with Air Conditioning
1. Temperature Control
2. Bi-level Air Mode
3. Floor Air Mode
4. Vent Air Mode
5. Fan Control
6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Rear Window Defogger
8. Recirculation
9. Defog
10. Air Conditioning
11. Defrost
Automatic Climate Control System
1. Temperature Control
2. Rear Window Defogger
3. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
4. Defrost
5. Fan Control
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6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Power
8. Recirculation
9. MODE (Air Delivery Mode)
10. AQS (Air Quality Sensor)
11. Air Conditioning
See Climate Control Systems on
page 81 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 83 (If
Equipped).

Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC)
Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature:
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) to the left into the (+) or () manual position.
2. Press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward () to downshift. An M and the current gear will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Manual Mode on page 923.
UpShift Light
If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it will have an up-shift light that indicates when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy.
See Manual Transmission on page 924.

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

: Press to turn the system on
O
and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or SiriusXM®, if equipped.
MENU: Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu.
g : Press to seek the previous
station or track.
l : Press to seek the next station
or track.
Buttons 1 to 6: Press to save and select favorite stations.
INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 74.
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Storing a Favorite Station
Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.
To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard.
For more information, see Storing a Station as a Favoritein AM-FM Radio on page 77.
Setting the Clock
Adjusting the Time
1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time Settings.
2. Select Set Time.
3. Turn the MENU knob to adjust the highlighted number.
4. Press the MENU knob to select the next number.
5. To save the time and return to the Time Settings menu, press the BACK button at any time or press the MENU knob after adjusting the minutes.
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time Settings.
2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format.
3. Press the MENU knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.
For more information, see Clock on page 55.

Satellite Radio

Vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
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www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
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www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio on page 79.
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Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console bin. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB drives may be connected, depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 715.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth® system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.
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See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 718 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 723 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 719.

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 the
available Bluetooth and OnStar system.
$ / 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 ^ : Turn _ or ^ to select a
radio band or audio source.
Press
_ or ^ to select the next or
previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track.
Press SRC to change between radio and CD or DVD.
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x : Press + to increase or to
decrease the volume.
For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 53.
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Cruise Control

For vehicles with cruise control:
1 : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off.
RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up to resume a previously set speed or to accelerate.
SET/: Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed or to make the vehicle decelerate.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control on page 931.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is in the center of the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the turn signal lever.
1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.
2.
w / x : Use the thumbwheel to
scroll through the items in each menu.
3. MENU: Press to display the
DIC menus. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 521.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

If available, this system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation.
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 933.
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Storage Compartments

This vehicle has a cargo management system located in the rear of the vehicle.
To remove the cargo management cover, see Cargo Management System on page 44.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has three accessory power outlets: in front of the cupholders, at the rear of the center floor console and in the rear cargo area.
See Power Outlets on page 56.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS)

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
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To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button. The TCS/StabiliTrak
button has the is located on the instrument
panel.
i illuminates and the
appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 528.
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Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn traction control back on.
For more information, see Traction
Control System (TCS) on page 928.
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StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
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To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button,
until
i and g illuminate and the
appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 528. The TCS/StabiliTrak button has
g symbol and is located on
the the instrument panel,
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Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.
For more information, see
StabiliTrak
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System on page 929.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 99. 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 1044.

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit

This vehicle may come with a spare tire and tire changing equipment or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 1058.
If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 1056.
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Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message when it is 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 109.

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 135.
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Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If the vehicle has an active OnStar subscription, contact OnStar and the vehicles current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor to assess the situation, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay the exact location to send help.
OnStar
If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on page 141.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-1
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-9
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 2-11
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2-12
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 2-12
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-12
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Child-View Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 2-14
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-16
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-16
Keys and Locks

Keys

WARNING
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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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The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks.
Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key blade. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key.
If it becomes difficult to turn the key in the ignition, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside Assistance Program on page 135.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 141.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 1315 for information
regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
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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