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.Pression the steering wheel
controls.
. Do nothing.
Call Waiting
Call waiting must be supported on
the Bluetooth phone and enabled by
the wireless service carrier to work.
Accepting a Call Waiting Call
To accept a call waiting call, do one
of the following:
.Press the button just below the
SWITCH screen button.
. Press
gon the steering wheel
controls.
Declining a Call Waiting Call
To decline a call waiting call, do one
of the following:
. Press the button just below the
IGNORE screen button.
. Press
ion the steering wheel
controls.
. Do nothing.
Ending a Call
To end a call, do one of the
following:
.Press the button just below the
END screen button.
. Press
ion the steering wheel
controls.
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency
(DTMF) Tones
The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can
send numbers during a call. This is
used when calling a menu-driven
phone system.
1. When a call is active, press the button just below the KEYPAD
screen button.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight the first digit and
press to select.
If not initially in the phone
application, from the Home Page,
turn the MENU knob, then press to
select the PHONE screen button.
From the PHONE main menu, turn
the MENU knob to highlight Active
Call and press to select.
Bluetooth (Voice
Recognition - Base
Radio)
Using Voice Recognition
To use voice recognition, pressg
on the steering wheel. Use the
commands below for the various
voice features. For additional
information, say “Help”while you
are in a voice recognition menu.
Pairing
Pairing a Phone
1. Press
g. The system responds
“Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.”
3. Say “Pair.”The system
responds with instructions and
a four-digit Personal
Identification Number (PIN).
The PIN is used in Step 5.
4. Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to
pair. For help with this process,
see your cell phone
manufacturer's user guide.

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available paired cell phone in the
order that they were first paired
to the system.
When the Bluetooth device and
infotainment system are
successfully paired, the phone book
is downloaded automatically. This is
dependent on the type of the phone
paired. If the automatic download
does not occur, proceed with the
phone book download on the
phone.
Pairing a Phone - SSP and No
Paired Device
When there is no paired device on
the infotainment system and Simple
Secure Pairing (SSP) is supported:
1. Press
{.
2. Touch PHONE, press
#on the
faceplate, or press
gon the
steering wheel without OnStar.
3. Touch Search Device.
4. Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list
screen. 5. Touch Yes on the pop-up
screen of the Bluetooth device
and infotainment system.
6. When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are
successfully paired, the phone
screen is displayed on the
infotainment system.
Pairing a Phone - SSP and Paired
Device
When a paired device is on the
infotainment system and SSP is
supported:
1. Press
{.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device Management.
4. Touch the desired device to pair. When the Bluetooth
device and infotainment system
are successfully paired,
Z/5
is displayed on the pair device
screen. If no desired device is
available go to Step 5.
5. Touch Search Device to search for the desired device. 6. Touch the desired device to
pair on the searched list
screen.
7. Touch Yes on the pop-up screen of the Bluetooth device
and infotainment system.
. The connected phone is
highlighted by
5.
.
Z/5indicates the hands-free
and phone music functions are
enabled.
.
5indicates only the hands-free
function is enabled.
.
Zindicates only Bluetooth
music is enabled.
Pairing a Phone - No SSP and No
Paired Device
When there is no paired device on
the infotainment system and SSP is
not supported:
1. Press
{.
2. Touch PHONE, press
#on the
faceplate, or press
gon the
steering wheel without OnStar.

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3. Touch Search Device.
4. Touch the desired device topair on the searched list
screen.
5. Input the Personal Identification Number (PIN)
code (default: 1234) to the
Bluetooth device. When the
Bluetooth device and
infotainment system are
successfully paired, the
PHONE screen is displayed on
the infotainment system.
When the connection fails, a failure
message is displayed on the
infotainment system.
If a Bluetooth device was previously
connected, the infotainment system
executes the auto connection.
However, if the Bluetooth setting on
the Bluetooth device is turned off, a
failure message is displayed on the
infotainment system.
Pairing a Phone - No SSP and
Paired Device
When a paired device is on the
infotainment system and SSP is not
supported: 1. Press{.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device Management.
4. Touch the desired device to pair. When the Bluetooth
device and infotainment system
are successfully paired,
Z/5
is displayed on the pair device
screen. If no desired device is
available go to Step 5.
5. Touch Search Device to search for the desired device.
6. Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list
screen.
7. Input the Personal Identification Number (PIN)
code (default: 1234) to the
Bluetooth device. When the
Bluetooth device and
infotainment system are
successfully paired,
Z/5is
displayed on the pair device
screen. .
The connected phone is
highlighted by
5.
.
Z/5indicates the hands-free
and phone music functions are
enabled.
.
5indicates only the hands-free
function is enabled.
.
Zindicates only Bluetooth
music is enabled.
Connecting a Paired Bluetooth
Device
1. Press
{.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device Management.
4. Touch the device to be connected.
Checking the Bluetooth
Connection
1. Press
{.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device Management.

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Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems (withHeater Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only)
With this system, the heating and ventilation can be controlled.
1. Fan Control
2. Air Recirculation
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Defrost
5. TEMP (Temperature Control)
TEMP (Temperature Control) :
Turn clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the
temperature inside the vehicle.9(Fan Control) : Turn clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the fan speed. Turn the
knob all the way counterclockwise
to turn the fan off.
Air Delivery Mode Controls :
Press
Y,\,[, or-to change
the direction of the airflow. An
indicator light comes on in the
selected mode button.

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Y(Vent) :Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
\(Bi-Level) : Air is divided
between the instrument panel and
floor outlets.
[(Floor) : Air is directed to the
floor outlets, with some air directed
to the windshield, side window, and
second row floor outlets.
-(Defog) : This mode clears the
windows of fog or moisture. Air is
directed to the windshield, floor
outlets, and side window vents.
0(Defrost) : Press to clear the
windshield of fog or frost more
quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield and the side window
vents. The system automatically
forces outside air into the vehicle.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the
windows are clear.
See Air Vents 0257.
@(Recirculation) : Press to turn
on recirculation. An indicator light
comes on. Air is recirculated to
quickly cool the inside of the
vehicle. It can also be used to help
reduce outside air and odors that
enter the vehicle.

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Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning)
With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled.
1. Fan Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Defrost
5. TEMP (Temperature Control)
6.
K(Rear Window Defogger, If
Equipped)
f(Outside Heated Mirror, If
Equipped)
8(Outside Air, If Equipped) 7.
@Air Recirculation
TEMP (Temperature Control) :
Turn clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the
temperature inside the vehicle.
9(Fan Control) : Turn clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the fan speed. Turn the
knob all the way counterclockwise
to turn the fan off. Air Delivery Mode Controls :
Press
Y,\,[, or-to change
the direction of the airflow. An
indicator light comes on in the
selected mode button.
Y(Vent) : Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
\(Bi-Level) : Air is divided
between the instrument panel and
floor outlets.
[(Floor) : Air is directed to the
floor outlets, with some air directed
to the windshield and side window
outlets.
-(Defog) : This mode clears the
windows of fog or moisture. Air is
directed to the windshield, floor
outlets, and side window vents.
0(Defrost) : Press to clear the
windshield of fog or frost more
quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield and the side window
vents. The system automatically
forces outside air into the vehicle
and the air conditioning compressor
will run, unless the outside
temperature is close to freezing.

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Do not drive the vehicle until all the
windows are clear.
SeeAir Vents 0257.
@(Recirculation) : Press to turn
on recirculation. An indicator light
comes on. Air is recirculated to
quickly cool the inside of the
vehicle. It can also be used to help
reduce outside air and odors that
enter the vehicle.
8(Outside Air, If Equipped) :
Press to turn the outside air mode
on. An indicator light on the button
comes on to show that outside is
on. When selected, air from outside
the vehicle circulates throughout the
vehicle. The recirculation mode
cannot be used with the outside
air mode.
f(Outside Heated Mirror, If
Equipped) : Press to turn the
heated mirrors on or off. See
Heated Mirrors 050.
A/C (Air Conditioning) : Press to
turn the air conditioning system on
or off. An indicator light comes on to
show that the air conditioning is
enabled. If the fan is turned off, the air conditioner will not run. The A/C
light will stay on even if the outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Rear Window Defogger
K(Rear Window Defogger) :
If equipped, press to turn the rear
window defogger on or off. An
indicator light on the button comes
on to show that the rear window
defogger is on.
The rear window defogger only
works when the ignition is in ON/
RUN. The defogger turns off if the
ignition is turned to ACC/
ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
If equipped with heated outside
mirrors, they turn on when the rear
window defogger button is on. They
help to clear fog or frost from the
surface of the mirrors.
Caution
Using a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear
window can damage the rear
window defogger. Repairs would
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Caution (Continued)
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not clear the inside
rear window with sharp objects.
Dual Automatic Climate
Control System
With this system the heating,
cooling, and ventilation in the
vehicle can be controlled.
For an eAssist vehicle, see the
Silverado/Sierra eAssist
supplement.

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1. Driver Temperature Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Fan Control
5. Defrost
6. Passenger TemperatureControl
7. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
8. Rear Window Defogger
9. Power Button
10. Air Recirculation
11. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, and recirculation in
order to heat or cool the vehicle to
the desired temperature.
When the indicator light is on, the
system is in full automatic operation.
If the air delivery mode or fan
setting is manually adjusted, the
auto indicator turns off and displays
will show the selected settings.
To place the system in
automatic mode:
1. Press AUTO. 2. Set the driver and passenger
temperature.
To find your comfort setting,
start with 22 °C (72 °F) and
allow the system time to
stabilize. Then adjust the
temperature as needed for best
comfort.
To improve fuel efficiency and to
cool the vehicle faster, recirculation
may be automatically selected in
warm weather.
The recirculation light will not come
on when automatically controlled.
Press
@to manually select
recirculation; press it again to select
outside air.
Do not cover the solar sensor on the
top of the instrument panel near the
windshield. This sensor regulates
air temperature based on sun load.
See “Sensors” later in this section.
Manual Operation
O(On/Off) : Press to turn the
climate control system on or off.
Outside air still enters the vehicle,