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OnStar®System.......................................... 165
Universal Home Remote System................ 167
Universal Home Remote System
(With Three Round LED)....................... 167
Universal Home Remote System
(With One Triangular LED)..................... 168
Universal Home Remote System
Operation (With Three Round LED)....... 169
Universal Home Remote System Operation
(With One Triangular LED)...................... 174Storage Areas............................................. 178
Glove Box................................................. 178
Cupholder(s).............................................. 178
Center Console Storage Area.................... 179
Assist Handles.......................................... 179
Garment Hooks......................................... 179
Luggage Carrier........................................ 179
Rear Storage Area.................................... 180
Rear Seat Armrest.................................... 181
Convenience Net....................................... 181
Cargo Cover............................................. 181
Cargo Management System...................... 183
Sunroof....................................................... 186
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Obstacle Detection Features
If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a
power open or close cycle, a warning chime will
sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse
direction to the full closed or open position.
After removing the obstruction, the liftgate may be
power opened or closed normally. If the liftgate
encounters multiple obstacles on the same power
cycle, the power function will deactivate, and
the liftgate will switch to manual operation. The
REAR ACCESS OPEN warning message in
the Driver Information Center (DIC) will indicate
that the liftgate is open. After removing the
obstructions, manually open the liftgate to the full
open position or close the liftgate to the fully
closed and latched position. The liftgate will now
resume normal power operation.
Your vehicle has pinch sensors located on the
side edges of the liftgate. If an object is caught
between the liftgate and the vehicle body and
presses against this sensor, the liftgate will reverse
direction and open fully. The liftgate will remain
open until it is activated again or closed manually.
Manual Operation of Power Liftgate
To change the liftgate to
manual operation,
toggle the switch on the
overhead console to
the “Disable” position
indicated by a circle.
With the power liftgate disabled and the door
unlocked, the power liftgate can be manually
opened and closed.
To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the
handle on the outside of the liftgate, and lift
the gate open. To close the liftgate, use the pull
cup or pull strap to lower the liftgate and close.
The liftgate latch will power cinch to closed
position. Always close the liftgate before driving.
If the RKE button or the power close button on the
liftgate is pressed while power operation is
disabled, the lights will ash three times, but the
liftgate will not move.
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Power Running Boards
Your vehicle may have power running boards.
These make getting into and out of the vehicle
easier.
The power running boards activate when either
door on the driver’s or passenger’s side is opened
or closed. They automatically extend from
beneath the vehicle on the side in which the door
has been opened. Once the door is closed, the
running boards will automatically move back under
the vehicle. The vehicle must be stationary for
the running boards to extend or retract.The switch used to
disable the power
running boards is
located on the center
console below the
climate control system.
The running boards cannot be disabled in the
extended position.
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The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on
the center console below the climate control
system.
Press the right and left arrows to move the pedals
either closer or further from your body.
Your vehicle has a memory function which allows
seat settings to be saved and recalled. See
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on page 13for
more information.
Engine Coolant Heater
Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater.
In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder,
the engine coolant heater can help. You will get
easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a
minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of
the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle
may also have an internal thermostat in the
plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of
the engine coolant heater when the temperature
is at or above 0°F (−18°C) as noted on the cord.
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Reprogramming a Single Universal
Home Remote Button
To program a device to Universal Home Remote
using a Universal Home Remote button
previously trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home
Remote button. Do not release the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to ash after
20 seconds. While still holding the Universal
Home Remote button, proceed with Step
2 under “Programming Universal Home
Remote” shown earlier in this section.
For additional information on Universal Home
Remote, seeCustomer Assistance Offices
on page 544.
Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the
handle upward. Use the key to lock and unlock.
Cupholder(s)
Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the
front and rear passengers. The cupholders
are located in the center console for the front
passengers and on the rear of the center console
for the rear passengers. To use the front
cupholders, press down on the access door
release. The door will then open. Push the door
pack down to close it. The front cupholder may be
removed for cleaning by pushing down and
then back on the cupholder.
To access the cupholders in the rear oor console,
pull downward on the lid.
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Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a console compartment between
the bucket seats.
The console has both an upper and lower storage
bin accessed by lifting up on the latches located
at the front of the console lid.
The console may be equipped with an accessory
power outlet inside. SeeAccessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 218.
The rear of the console also has a cupholder that
swings down for the rear seat passengers to use.
Assist Handles
Your vehicle is equipped with assist handles to be
used when getting out of the vehicle. They are
located above the rear passenger doors. Pull down
to use.
Garment Hooks
There are garment hooks located on the assist
handles.
Luggage Carrier
If you have the luggage carrier, you can load
things on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the
roof and crossrails, if equipped, which can be
moved back and forth to help secure cargo.
To adjust, turn the knob located at each end of
the crossrail counterclockwise until the crossrail
can move freely. To secure the crossrail, turn the
knob located at each end of the crossrail
clockwise until tightened. Tie the load to the
siderails or siderail supports.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier
that weighs more than 200 lbs (91 kg) or
hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle
may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that
it rests as far forward as possible and
against the side rails, making sure to fasten it
securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity
when loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle capacity and loading, seeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 370.
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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
The front ashtray and cigarette lighter are located
in the center console near the cupholders, if
the vehicle has them. Press on the access door to
open it and use the ashtray and lighter.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never
put ammable items in the ashtray.
To remove the ashtray, pull it from the center
console. Slide it back in and push down to be sure
it is secure.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way,
and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back
out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating will not allow the lighter to back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating may occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in
while it is heating.
Analog Clock
The analog clock is located on the instrument
panel above the radio. The clock is not connected
with any other vehicle system and runs by
itself. To adjust the clock, do the following:
1. Locate the adjustment button directly below
the clock face.
2. Push and hold the adjustment button to
advance the clock hands. Holding the
button down will cause the clock to advance
faster. Release the buttonbeforeyou get
to the desired time.
3. Push and release the button to increase the
time by one minute increments until the
desired time is reached.
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls
The rear heat and air conditioning controls are
part of the rear seat audio controls located in the
center console. The system can be controlled
from the front controls as well as the rear controls.
To turn the system on, press the AUX button on
the front climate control system, an indicator will be
lit. Pressing the AUX button the rst time will
turn the rear system on in a mimic mode. In this
mode, the air ow in the rear will be approximately
the same direction, temperature, and fan speed
as the front. Pressing the AUX button again
will turn the rear system and the indicator off.
If the rear controls are adjusted, the system will
enter a rear independent mode. Air ow in the rear
will then be directed according to the settings of
rear controls. The rear system can be turned off
by pressing the AUX button on the front climate
control system and the indicator will turn off.
If the indicator in the front AUX button is off, the
rear system is off.
Rear Climate Controls with Rear Seat Audio Controls
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