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Section 4 Instrument PanelAntilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . 4-34
StabiliTrak ®
Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Highbeam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
DIC Operation and Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
DIC Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
DIC Warnings and Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49
DIC Vehicle Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-58 Audio System(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-68
Bluetooth ®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-68
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
(Overhead) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-78
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
(Headrest DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-87
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-104
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-106
Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-106
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-108
Rear Side Window Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-109
XM ™ Satellite Radio Antenna System . . . . . . . . 4-109
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Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1. Press
b g . The system responds with “ Ready ”
followed by a tone.
2. Say “ Send name tag. ” The system responds with
“ Say a name tag to send tones ” followed by a tone.
3. Say the name tag to send. .
If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it
responds with “ OK, Sending
the dial tones are sent and the call continues. .
If the system is not sure it recognized the name
tag properly, it responds “ Dial
Please say yes or no? ” followed by a tone.
If the name tag is correct, say “ Yes ” . The
system responds with “ OK, Sending
continues.
Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in ‐ vehicle
Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This
includes all saved name tags in the phonebook and
phone pairing information. For information on how to
delete this information, see the above sections on
Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags. Other Information The Bluetooth ®
word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth ®
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and
trade names are those of their respective owners.
See Radio Frequency Statement
on page 9 ‑ 21 for FCC
information.
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
System (Overhead) The vehicle may have an Overhead DVD Rear Seat
Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system works
with the vehicle's audio system. The DVD player is part
of the front radio. The RSE system includes a radio with
a DVD player, a video display screen, and if the vehicle
has a third row seat, it could have a second video
display screen, audio/video jacks, two wireless
headphones, and a remote control. See Navigation
Audio System
on page 5 ‑ 60 for more information on
the vehicle's audio/DVD system.
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Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks
The A/V jacks are located on the rear of the floor
console. The A/V jacks allow audio or video signals to
be connected from an auxiliary device such as a
camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system.
Adapter connectors or cables (not included) may be
required to connect the auxiliary device to the A/V
jacks. Refer to the manufacturer ’ s instructions for
proper usage. The A/V jacks are color coded to match typical home
entertainment system equipment. The yellow jack (A) is
for the video input. The white jack (B) is for the left
audio input. The red jack (C) is for the right audio input.
Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio
system.
To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, connect
an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks
and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen
power on. If the video screen is in the DVD player
mode, pressing the AUX (auxiliary) button on the
remote control switches the video screen from the DVD
player mode to the auxiliary device. The radio plays the
audio of the connected auxiliary device by sourcing to
auxiliary. See Navigation Audio System
on page 5 ‑ 60
for more information.
For optimal sound quality, increase the portable audio
device's volume to the loudest level. Higher levels of
volume decreases audio distortion.
It is always best to power a portable audio device
through its own battery while playing.
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Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action
I lost the remote and/or the
headphones. See your dealer for
assistance.
The DVD is playing, but
there is no picture or
sound. Check that the RSE video
screen is sourced to the
DVD player.
DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on which
radio the vehicle has. The video screen might display
one of the following:
Disc Load/Eject Error: Displays when there are disc
load or eject problems.
Disc Format Error: Displays if the disc is inserted with
the disc label wrong side up, or if the disc is damaged.
Disc Region Error: Displays, if the disc is not from a
correct region.
No Disc Inserted: Displays, if no disc is present when
Z or DVD AUX is pressed on the radio.
DVD Distortion Video distortion may occur when operating cellular
phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems
(GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when
operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle.
*Excludes the OnStar ®
System.
Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console When cleaning the RSE overhead console surface, use
only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.
Cleaning the Video Screen When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth
dampened with clean water. Use care when directly
touching or cleaning the screen, as damage can result.
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
System (Headrest DVD) Vehicles with an RSE system include two head restraint
video display screens with integrated DVD players,
auxiliary inputs, two wireless headphones, and a remote
control. This system works independently from the
vehicle's Overhead DVD RSE system. See the vehicle's
owners manual for information about the Overhead
DVD RSE system.
The vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, the RSE system can be played
even after the ignition is turned off. See “ Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) ” in the owners manual for more
information.
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Vehicle Speakers Audio from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can
be heard through the vehicle speakers or the wireless/
wired headphones, while the radio is tuned to one of the
six frequencies selected on the Sound Around portion
of the system ’ s remote control. See “ Remote Control ”
later in this supplement.
Only one audio source can be heard through the
vehicle ’ s speakers at a time. The audio source being
used is specified by the A/V (audio/video) source
selected on the driver side head restraint video display
screen.
To turn the RSE system audio output to the vehicle ’ s
speakers, press Sound Around ON, on the system ’ s
remote control. The audio from the RSE system can be
heard through the wireless/wired headphones and the
vehicle ’ s speakers at the same time. The volume on the
radio can vary when switching between the radio, CD,
DVD, MP3, or an auxiliary device.
Wireless Headphones The two wireless headphones included with the
Headrest DVD RSE system will only work with the
Headrest DVD RSE system and are marked for
channel 3 and 4. The wireless headphones must be
used within a line of sight of the transmitter that is
located above the video display screen. 3 ‐ 4 Channel Selector: This is located on the right
earpiece. Either Channel 3 or 4 can be selected with
the channel selector. The driver side monitor is
designated as Channel 3, and the passenger side as
Channel 4. Set the channel selector switch according to
the video display screen being viewed. The message,
“ To listen to this monitor tune your headphones to
Channel 3 (or 4) ” displays for five seconds then
disappears when the video display screen is turned on.
OFF/ON (Power): Turn the power switch located on the
earpiece to turn the wireless headphones on or off.
Each headphone has a light to indicate ON. If the light
does not come on, the batteries may need to be
replaced. See “ Battery Replacement ” under Rear Seat
Entertainment System in the vehicle ’ s owner manual.
The headphones shut off automatically if the RSE
system is turned off or if the headphones are out of
range of the transmitter for more than three minutes.
VOL
0 (Volume): Use to adjust the volume on the
headphones.
Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or
direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones
and repairs will not be covered by the warranty.
Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries.
Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.
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Features and Controls Using the Navigation System This section presents basic information needed to
operate the navigation system.
Use the hard keys located on the navigation system
along with the available touch-sensitive screen buttons
on the navigation screen to operate the system. See
Navigation System Overview on page 5 ‑ 2 for more
information.
Once the vehicle is moving, various functions are
disabled to reduce driver distractions.
Hard Keys The following hard keys are located on the navigation
system:
O /
n (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume to
the audio system.
Press and hold for more than two seconds to turn off
the navigation system, the Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE), and Rear Seat Audio (RSA). If the vehicle has
not been tuned off, the RSE and the RSA can be turned
back on by pressing this knob and continues play of the
last active source. w (Tune): Turn to go to the next or previous radio
station or disc track or chapter. See Navigation Audio
System on page 5 ‑ 60 , CD Player on page 5 ‑ 68 ,
or DVD Player
on page 5 ‑ 75 for more information.
Z (DVD Map Disc Eject): Press to eject the DVD
map disc. This button is located next to the upper disc
slot. See Maps on page 5 ‑ 14 for more information.
M (Load): Press to load CDs or audio/video DVDs. See
CD Player on page 5 ‑ 68 or DVD Player on page 5 ‑ 75
for more information.
Z (CD/DVD Eject): Press to eject CDs or audio/video
DVDs. This button is located under the load button. See
CD Player on page 5 ‑ 68 or DVD Player on page 5 ‑ 75
for more information.
M (Disc Up/Down): Press the up or down arrows to go
to the next or previous disc.
AUDIO: Press to access the full Audio screen to
change AM, FM, XM ™ Satellite Radio Service (if
equipped), CD/DVD, and auxiliary input. See “ Audio ”
under Navigation Audio System
on page 5 ‑ 60 for more
information.
FAV (Favorite): Press to access the preset stations.
See “ Storing Radio Station Presets ” under Navigation
Audio System on page 5 ‑ 60 for more information.
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Navigation Audio System Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to the
vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB
radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make
sure that it can be added by checking with your
dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile
radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can
be added, it is very important to do it properly.
Added sound equipment can interfere with the
operation of the vehicle's engine, radio, or other
systems, and even damage them. The vehicle's
systems can interfere with the operation of sound
equipment that has been added.
Notice: The chime signals related to safety belts,
parking brake, and other functions of the vehicle
operate through the navigation system. If that
equipment is replaced or additional equipment is
added to the vehicle, the chimes may not work.
Make sure that replacement or additional equipment
is compatible with the vehicle before installing it.
See “ Accessories and Modifications ” in the
vehicle's owner manual. Playing the Radio
O /
n (Power/Volume): Press to turn the audio
system on and off. Turn to increase or to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold for more than two seconds to turn off
the navigation system, the Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE) video screen, and Rear Seat Audio (RSA). If the
vehicle has not been turned off, press this knob to turn
RSE and RSA back on and to continue playback of the
last active source.
w (Tuning Knob): Turn to go to the next or previous
frequency or disc track or chapter. See CD Player
on
page 5 ‑ 68 or DVD Player on page 5 ‑ 75 for more
information.
AUDIO: Press to display the audio screen. Press to
switch between AM, FM, or XM, if equipped, DISC,
or AUX (Auxiliary), or touch the screen button. See CD
Player on page 5 ‑ 68 , DVD Player on page 5 ‑ 75 , and
Auxiliary Devices
on page 5 ‑ 85 for more information.
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DVD Player The player can be used for DVD audio and DVD video.
DVD video will not display on the navigation screen
unless the vehicle is in PARK (P). It will operate on the
rear seat entertainment screens while the vehicle is
moving. The Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) video
screen will start play of the DVD when a DVD video has
been inserted into the navigation system. The DVD
player can be controlled by the buttons on the
navigation system, the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system,
and the remote control. The DVD player can also be
used for the rear seat passengers with the radio off. The
rear seat passengers can power on the video screen
and use the remote control to navigate the disc. See
“ Rear Seat Entertainment System ” in the Index of your
vehicle's owner manual for more information.
The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the
appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of
most DVDs.
The DVD slot is compatible with most audio CDs,
CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DVD-R/RW,
DVD+R/RW media along with MP3 and WMA formats.
If an error appears on the display, see “ DVD Messages ”
later in this section. M (Load): To load one disc, do the following:
1. Press the load hard key and follow the screen
message displayed.
2. When the system displays “ Insert Disc (number) ” ,
insert the disc partway into the slot, label side up.
The system will pull it into the first available slot
and start playing. The system will display the type
of disc inserted.
To load multiple discs, do the following:
1. Press and hold the load hard key and follow the
screen message displayed.
2. When the system displays “ Insert Disc (number) ” ,
insert the disc partway into the slot, label side up.
The system will pull it in.
3. Once a disc is loaded, the system will display
“ Insert Disc (number) ” again. Load the next disc.
Repeat this procedure for each disc. The player
takes up to six discs, do not try to load more than
six. The system will not display the disc types
when loading all, until the discs have been read by
the system.
Once all discs have been inserted, the system will
start playing the last loaded disc.
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