Traffic Options
Read the following Options descriptions to understandhow the XM NavTraffic™operates.
XM NavTraffic™(USA and Canada)
Vehicles with the navigation system have anXM NavTraffic™receiver. XM NavTraffic™is asubscription service provided via XM™Satellite Radio.XM NavTraffic™provides real-time traffic informationfully integrated to the navigation system to displaycurrent traffic conditions for a driver’s chosen route.XM NavTraffic™allows drivers to make the mostinformed, timesaving routing decisions.
If the Traffic touch screen button is pressed or if anattempt is made to turn on the traffic display in theNavigation Setup Menu without a subscription, aCaution screen displays indicating that XM traffic isnot activated.
Three types of traffic information for major roadways aredisplayed on the navigation system:
.Unscheduled traffic incident data, such asaccidents and disabled vehicles
.Scheduled traffic incident data, such as roadconstruction and road closures
.Traffic flow information (rate of speed data)
Traffic information is delivered to the vehicle bythe XM™Radio satellites. XM NavTraffic™makesit possible for the navigation system to providecontinuously updated traffic information personalizedfor a driver’s needs.
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.Some routes may not be searched.
.The route to the destination may not be shown ifthere are new roads, if roads have recentlychanged, or if certain roads are not listed on themap DVD. SeeOrdering Map DVDs on page 5!59.
To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the map, seeyour dealer/retailer.
If the System Needs Service
If your system needs service and you have followed thesteps listed here and still are experiencing problems,see your dealer/retailer for assistance.
Ordering Map DVDs
The map DVD in your vehicle is the most up-to-dateinformation available when your vehicle was produced.The map DVD is updated periodically, provided that themap information has changed.
If you have any questions about the operation ofthe navigation system or the update process, contactthe GM Nav Disc Center toll!free phone number,1!877!NAV!DISC (1!877!628!3472) or go to the center'swebsite, gmnavdisc.com. If you need any updates or a
replacement disc, because the current disc is lost,damaged, or needs to be updated, call the GM NavDisc Center or order a new disc online. To order a disc,have your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) available.This helps the center make sure you receive the correctand most up-to-date DVD map disc for your vehicle.See“Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)”in the Index ofyour vehicle's owner manual for more information.
After receiving the updated disc, replace the old disc inthe navigation system. See“Installing the DVD MapDisc”and“Ejecting the DVD Map Disc”underMapsonpage 5!14. Dispose of the old disc to avoid confusionabout which disc is the most current.
Database Coverage Explanations
Coverage area depends upon the map detail available.Some areas have greater map detail than others. Thenavigation system works only as well as the informationprovided on the map disc. SeeOrdering Map DVDsonpage 5!59on how to obtain updated map information.
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