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DVD Messages
If Disc Read Error appears on the display and/or the
DVD comes out, it could be for one of the following
reasons:
.If a disc was inserted with an invalid or unknown
format.
.If the disc is not from a correct region.
.If the map DVD disc was installed into the DVD
audio/video slot. See“Installing the Map DVD”
under Maps
on page 5‑14for more information.
.It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the DVD should play.
.You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the DVD should play.
.The DVD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
.The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
.There may have been a problem while burning
the DVD.
.The label may be caught in the DVD player.
If the DVD is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good DVD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer/retailer.
Connecting a USB Storage Device
or iPod®
The USB Port, located in the center console, can be
used to control an iPod®or a USB storage device.
To avoid connection problems, extension cords are not
recommended. Use only the cable that came with the
device.
To connect a USB storage device, connect the device to
the USB port located in the center console.
To connect an iPod
®, connect one end of the USB cable
that came with the iPod to the iPod’ s dock connector
and connect the other end to the USB port. If the
vehicle is on and the USB connection works, “OK to
disconnect” and a GM logo may appear on the iPod and
iPod appears on the radio's display. The iPod music
appears on the radio’s display and begins playing.
The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if
the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN
position. When the vehicle is turned off, the iPod
automatically powers off and will not charge or draw
power from the vehicle's battery.
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USB Supported File and Folder Structure
The guidelines that must be met while using USB
supported files and folders are:
.Up to 700 folders.
.Up to 8 folders in depth.
.Up to 65,535 files.
.Folder and file names up to 64 bytes.
.Files with an .mp3 or .wma file extension.
.AAC files stored on an iPod.
.FAT16
.FAT32
Using the Navigation Audio System to
Control a USB Storage Device or iPod®
The navigation audio system can control a USB storage
device or an iPod by using the radio touch screens and
steering wheel controls.1. Touch the AUX buttton and then the USB button.
2. Press center screen button to enter the music navigator main screen.
3. Touch or tap the left or right arrow to select desired Category such as: Artist, Album, Genre, etc. A list
of that category will display.
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4. Select an Artist, Album, or Track from that list.
5. Touch the up or down arrows located on the side ofthe screen to select one item at a time, or touch
the top or bottom arrow to jump 10 percent up or
down the list.
6. Touch the Back button to go back to the previous screen.
7. Touch the Exit button to go back to the main audio screen.8. Touch the left or right arrow to select desiredCategory such as: Artist, Album, Genre, etc.
A list of that category will display.
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The iPod or USB storage device should not be pulled
out from the USB dock. To safely remove it, touch Eject.
A warning message will display for a few seconds.
A message to safely remove the device displays.
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Auxiliary Devices
The vehicle may have a rear entertainment system
(RSE) with a second and third row screen. The RSE
has audio adapters to allow you to connect auxiliary
devices. The audio can be heard through the speakers
or through the wireless or wired headphones. See
“Audio/Video Jacks”under,Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE) System
on page 4‑77for more information.
Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device
while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving
on page 6‑2for more information on driver distraction.
To switch the RSE system to use an auxiliary device:
1. Connect the auxiliary device to the RSE system, for the second or third row.
2. Press the AUDIO key then press the AUDIO key repeatedly until AUX (auxiliary) is selected or touch
the AUX screen button. An auxiliary device must
be connected for the AUX screen button to appear
as an option to select.
3. For the second row display select the Rear AUX screen button next to Rear Display 1 and for the
third row display select the Rear AUX screen
button next to Rear Display 2. Each screen works
independently of the other. The second row screen
can watch a DVD while the third row screen can
use the auxiliary device.
The rear seat passengers can also use the remote
control to change the functions of the RSE. See Rear
Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
on page 4‑77for
more information.
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If not currently driving on a route, the system
automatically creates the voice tag destination as the
final destination. If driving on a route, the system
automatically creates the voice tag destination as a
stopover. Up to three stopovers can be created.
Storing Voice Tags
From the address book entry information page, press
the Add Voice tag screen button. The system responds
“Name Please?”and you will have four seconds to
record a name. The system asks for confirmation of the
name before saving it as a voice tag.
Navigation Help
Navigation Help : This command instructs the system
to assist with navigation commands.
Display Commands
Use the following display commands to set the
display mode.
Display [set] day [mode] : Sets the display to
daytime mode.
Display [set] night [mode] : Sets the display to
night mode. Display [set] auto [mode] :
Sets the display to
automatic mode. The system changes between day
and night mode automatically.
System help : Instructs the system to assist with
display commands.
Radio Commands
The following are radio commands that can be
accessed by clearly stating the commands exactly as
they are written.
Radio [band] [select] AM, radio [band] [select] FM,
radio [band] [select] XM, radio [band] [select]
satellite : Instructs the system to go to either the AM,
FM, or XM (if equipped).
Radio [select] (frequency) AM, radio [select]
(frequency) FM : Instructs the system to go to a
specific frequency on either AM or FM.
Radio [select] (channel) XM, radio [select] (channel)
satellite : Instructs the system to go to a specific
channel on the XM™ band (if equipped).
Radio help : Instructs the system to assist with radio
commands.
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If the system fails to turn on or activate, the StabiliTrak
light along with one of the following messages will be
displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC):
TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL, STABILITRAK OFF, SERVICE
STABILITRAK. If these DIC messages appear, make
sure the StabiliTrak system has not been turned off
using the StabiliTrak on/off button. Then turn the
steering wheel clockwise from the nine o'clock position
to the three o'clock position. If this clears the
message(s), the vehicle does not need servicing. If this
does not clear the message(s), then turn the vehicle off,
wait 15 seconds, and then turn it back on again to reset
the system. If any of these messages still appear on the
Driver Information Center (DIC), the vehicle should be
taken in for service. For more information on the DIC
messages, seeDriver Information Center (DIC)
on
page 4‑39.
The StabiliTrak light will
flash on the instrument
panel cluster when the
system is both on and
activated.
The system may be heard or felt while it is working; this
is normal.
The traction control
disable button is located
on the instrument panel
below the climate
controls.
The traction control part of StabiliTrak can be turned
off by pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak button if
both systems (traction control and StabiliTrak) were
previously on. To disable both traction control and
StabiliTrak, press and hold the button for five seconds.
Traction control and StabiliTrak can be turned on by
pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak button if not
automatically shut off for any other reason.
When the TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off, the
StabiliTrak light and the appropriate TCS off or
StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on the DIC to
warn the driver. The vehicle will still have brake-traction
control when traction control is off, but will not be able
to use the engine speed management system. See
“Traction Control Operation” next for more information.
When the traction control system has been turned off,
system noises may still be heard as a result of the
brake-traction control coming on.
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It is recommended to leave the system on for normal
driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the
system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice or
snow, and you want to“rock”the vehicle to attempt to
free it. It may also be necessary to turn off the system
when driving in extreme off-road conditions where high
wheel spin is required. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in
Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 6‑30.
Traction Control Operation
The traction control system is part of the
StabiliTrak system. Traction control limits wheel
spin by reducing engine power to the wheels (engine
speed management) and by applying brakes to each
individual wheel (brake-traction control) as necessary.
The traction control system is enabled automatically
when the vehicle is started. It will activate and the
StabiliTrak light will flash if it senses that any of the
wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction
while driving. If traction control is turned off, only the
brake-traction control portion of traction control will
work. The engine speed management will be disabled.
In this mode, engine power is not reduced automatically
and the driven wheels can spin more freely. This can
cause the brake-traction control to activate constantly. Notice:
If the wheel(s) of one axle is allowed to spin
excessively while the StabiliTrak, ABS and brake
warning lights and any relevant DIC messages are
displayed, the transfer case could be damaged.
The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Reduce engine power and do not spin the
wheel(s) excessively while these lights and
messages are displayed.
The traction control system may activate on dry or
rough roads or under conditions such as heavy
acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts/downshifts
of the transmission. When this happens, a reduction in
acceleration may be noticed, or a noise or vibration may
be heard. This is normal.
If cruise control is being used when the system
activates, the StabiliTrak light will flash and cruise
control will automatically disengage. Cruise control may
be reengaged when road conditions allow. See Cruise
Control on page 4‑7.
StabiliTrak may also turn off automatically if it
determines that a problem exists with the system.
If the problem does not clear itself after restarting the
vehicle, see your dealer/retailer for service.
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