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+ VOLUME−: Press the
toggle bar located below the
+ VOLUME −to adjust the volume.
MODE: Press and release this
button multiple times to cycle
through the audio playback options
that are available on the vehicle.
SEEK: Press and release to go to
the next preset station, or CD track.
Press and hold for a long time to go
to the next AM, FM, or XM station,
or to fast forward through CD tracks.
For more information, see Steering
Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.Cruise Control
For vehicles with cruise control, the
buttons are located on the right side
of the steering wheel.
I/O: Press to turn the cruise
control on or off.
RES+: Press briefly to make the
vehicle resume to a previously set
speed, or press and hold to
accelerate.
SET−: Press to set the speed or
make the vehicle decelerate.
See Cruise Control on page 9‑32.
Trip Computer (US Only)
The vehicle may have a trip
computer. It provides the driver
with driving information such as the
driving distance for the remaining
fuel, outside temperature, average
fuel economy, and driving time.
The trip computer button is located
in the lower right area of the
tachometer. Each time you press
it, the display cycles through the
available choices.
SeeTrip Computer (US Only) on
page 5‑21.
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Power Outlets
Accessory power outlets can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The accessory power outlet is
located next to the parking brake
on the center console.
Remove the cover to access and
replace when not in use.
The accessory power outlet is
operational when the ignition is
turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN.
SeePower Outlets on page 5‑5.
Sunroof
On vehicles with this feature, the
switch is on the headliner between
the sun visors and can only be
operated when the ignition is turned
to ON/RUN. To vent the sunroof, open the
sunshade and then press and hold
the driver side switch. To close,
press the passenger side switch.
To fully open the sunroof, press and
hold the passenger side switch. The
sunshade will open with the sunroof.
To close, press the driver side
switch. Manually close the
sunshade.
See
Sunroof on page 2‑16.
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Performance and
Maintenance
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you
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. SeeVehicle Load
Limits on page 9‑12. The warning
light will remain on until the tire
pressure is corrected. During cooler conditions, the low tire
pressure warning light may appear
when the vehicle is first started and
then turn off. 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. It is the
driver
’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
on page 10‑50.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates
engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays a change engine oil
light when it is necessary to change
the engine oil and filter.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times
within five seconds.
3. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System on
page 10‑12.
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Hood Release
To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handleinside the vehicle. It is located
on the lower left side of the
instrument panel.
2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the secondary hood release
lever, located under the front
center of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and securely placethe hood prop into the slot on
the inner fender.
See Hood on page 10‑6.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel
mileage. Here are some driving tips
to get the best fuel economy
possible.
.Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
.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.
.Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
.Combine several trips into a
single trip.
.Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number
molded into the tire's sidewall
near the size.
.Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.:1-800-243-8872
TTY Users: 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 13‑6 for more information.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you have an active OnStar
subscription, press the
Qbutton
and the current GPS location will be
sent to an OnStar advisor who will
assess your problem, contact
Roadside Assistance, and relay
your exact location to get the help
you need. Online Owner Center
The Online Owner Center is a
complimentary service that includes
online service reminders, vehicle
maintenance tips, online owner
manual, special privileges,
and more.
Sign up today at:
www.chevyownercenter.com
(U.S.) or
www.gm.ca (Canada).
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OnStar®
For vehicles with an active OnStar
subscription, OnStar uses several
innovative technologies and live
advisors to provide a wide range
of safety, security, navigation,
diagnostics, and calling services.
Automatic Crash Response
In a crash, built‐in sensors can
automatically alert an OnStar
advisor who is immediately
connected to the vehicle to
see if you need help.
How OnStar Service Works
Q:Push this blue button to
connect to a specially trained
OnStar Advisor to verify your
account information and to answer
questions.
]: Push this red emergency
button to get priority help from
specially trained OnStar emergency
advisors.
X: Push this button for hands‐free,
voice‐activated calling and to give
voice commands for Hands‐Free
Calling.
Automatic Crash Response,
Emergency Services, Crisis
Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door
Unlock, Roadside Assistance, and
Hands‐Free Calling are available
on most vehicles. Not all OnStar
services are available on all
vehicles. For more information
see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada), contact
OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY
1‐877‐248‐2080, or press
Qto
speak with an OnStar advisor
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
For a full description of OnStar
services and system limitations,
see the OnStar Owner's Guide in
the glove box.
OnStar service is subject to the
OnStar terms and conditions
included in the OnStar Subscriber
Information.
OnStar service requires wireless
communication networks and the
Global Positioning System (GPS)
satellite network. Not all OnStar
services are available everywhere
or on all vehicles at all times.
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OnStar service can’t work unless
your vehicle is in a place where
OnStar has an agreement with a
wireless service provider for service
in that area, and the wireless
service provider has coverage,
network capacity, reception, and
technology compatible with OnStar's
service. Service involving location
information about your vehicle can’t
work unless GPS signals are
available, unobstructed, and
compatible with the OnStar
hardware. The vehicle has to have
a working electrical system and
adequate battery power for the
OnStar equipment to operate.
OnStar service may not work if the
OnStar equipment isn’t properly
installed or you haven’t maintained
it and your vehicle is in good
working order and in compliance
with all government regulations.If you try to add, connect, or modify
any equipment or software in your
vehicle, OnStar service may not
work. Other problems OnStar can’t
control may prevent service to you,
such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels,
weather, electrical system design
and architecture of your vehicle,
damage to important parts of your
vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone
network congestion or jamming.
See
Radio Frequency Statement on
page 13‑16 for information
regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
rules and Industry Canada
Standards RSS-210/220/310.Your Responsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if
the OnStar advisor cannot be heard.
If the light next to the OnStar
buttons is red, the system may not
be functioning properly. Push the
Qbutton and request a vehicle
diagnostic. If the light appears clear
(no light appears), your OnStar
subscription has expired and all
services have been deactivated.
Push the
Qbutton to confirm that
the OnStar equipment is active.
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