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Keys, Doors, and Windows 37
Fast Flash :Vehicle is unsecured.Adoororthehoodisopen.
Slow Flash :Alarm system isarmed.
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle with one ofthe following:
.Use the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) transmitter.
.With a door open, pressQ
on the interior of the door.
3. After 30 seconds the alarmsystem will arm, and theindicator light will begin toslowly flash indicating thealarm system is operating.
PressingQon the RKE
transmitter a second time willbypass the 30-second delayand immediately arm the alarmsystem.
The theft-deterrent alarm system willnot arm if the doors are locked withthe key.
If the driver door is opened withoutfirst unlocking with the RKEtransmitter, the horn will chirp andthe lights will flash to indicatepre-alarm. If the vehicle is notstarted, or the door is not unlocked
by pressingKon the RKE
transmitter during the 10-secondpre-alarm, the alarm will beactivated.
If a door or the hood is openedwithout first disarming the system,the turn signals will flash and thehorn will sound for about30 seconds. The alarm system willthen re-arm to monitor for the nextunauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To d i s a r m t h e a l a r m s y s t e m o r t u r noff the alarm if it has been activated:
.PressKon the RKE transmitter.
.Start the vehicle.
To a v o i d s e t t i n g o f f t h e a l a r m b yaccident:
.Lock the vehicle after alloccupants have left the vehicleand all doors are closed.
.Always unlock a door with theRKE transmitter.
Unlocking the driver door with thekey will not disarm the system orturn off the alarm.
Detecting a Tamper Condition
IfKis pressed on the RKE
transmitter and the horn chirps threetimes, an alarm occurred previouslywhile the alarm system was armed.
Immobilizer
SeeRadio FrequencyStatement0393.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passivetheft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to bemanually armed or disarmed.
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The vehicle is automaticallyimmobilized when the vehicle isturned off.
The system is automaticallydisarmed when the key is turned toON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY,or START from the LOCK/OFFposition.
The security light, in the instrumentcluster, comes on if there is aproblem with arming or disarmingthe theft-deterrent system.
When trying to start the vehicle, thesecurity light comes on briefly whenthe ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and thesecurity light stays on, there is aproblem with the system. Turn theignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, andthe key appears to be undamaged,try another ignition key. It may benecessary to check the fuse. SeeFuses0310.Iftheenginestilldoesnot start with the other key, thevehicle needs service. If the vehicledoes start, the first key may befaulty. See your dealer.
It is possible for the immobilizersystem to learn new or replacementkeys. Up to eight keys can beprogrammed for the vehicle. Toprogram additional transmitters, seeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System Operation030.
Do not leave the key or device thatdisarms or deactivates the vehicletheft system in the vehicle.
See your dealer to get a new keyblank cut exactly as the ignition keythat operates the system.
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
Aconvexmirrorcanmakethings,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convexshaped. A convex mirror's surface iscurved so more can be seen fromthe driver seat.
Manual Mirrors
If equipped, adjust manual mirrorsby moving the mirror up and downor left to right to see a little of theside of the vehicle and to have aclear view behind the vehicle.
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132 Instruments and Controls
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DICindicate the status of the vehicle orsome action that may be needed tocorrect a condition. Multiplemessages may display one after theother.
The messages that do not requireimmediate action can beacknowledged and cleared by
pressing SET/CLR orV.The
messages that require immediateaction cannot be cleared until thataction is performed. All messagesshould be taken seriously andclearing the messages does notcorrect the problem.
The following are some of thevehicle messages that may bedisplayed depending on yourvehicle content.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,see the Duramax diesel supplementfor additional messages.
Battery Voltage and
Charging Messages
BATTERY LOW START
VEHICLE
When the vehicle’sbatteryisseverely discharged, this messagewill display and four chimes willsound. Start the vehicleimmediately. If the vehicle is notstarted and the battery continues todischarge, the climate controls,heated seats, and audio systemswill shut off and the vehicle mayrequire a jump start. These systemswill function again after the vehicleis started.
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when thebattery voltage drops belowexpected levels and features aredisabled. Turn off all unnecessaryaccessory features.
SERVICE BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
On some vehicles, this messagedisplays if there is a problem withthe battery charging system. Undercertain conditions, the chargingsystem light may also turn on in theinstrument cluster. SeeChargingSystem Light011 8.Drivingwiththisproblem could drain the battery.Turn off all unnecessaryaccessories. Have the electricalsystem checked as soon aspossible. See your dealer.
TRANSPORT MODE ON
This message is displayed when thevehicle is in transport mode. Somefeatures can be disabled while inthis mode, including RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE), remote start,and the vehicle alarm system. Takethe vehicle to your dealer for serviceto turn transport mode off.
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accelerate. If this message is on,but there is no reduction inperformance, proceed to yourdestination. The performance maybe reduced the next time the vehicleis driven. The vehicle may be drivenat a reduced speed while thismessage is on, but acceleration andspeed may be reduced. Anytimethis message stays on, or displaysrepeatedly, the vehicle should betaken to your dealer for service assoon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when thevehicle is low on fuel. Refuel assoon as possible.
Key and Lock Messages
REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY
This message displays if a RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) transmitterbattery is low. The battery needs tobe replaced in the transmitter. See
“Battery Replacement”underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System Operation030.
Lamp Messages
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays and a chimesounds if a turn signal is left on for1.2 km (0.75 mi). Move the turnsignal lever to the off position.
Object Detection System
Messages
FORWARD COLLISION
ALERT OFF
If your vehicle has the ForwardCollision Alert (FCA) system, thismessage may display if the FCAsystem cannot activate due to atemporary condition. SeeForwardCollision Alert (FCA) System0263.
FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED,
CLEAN WINDSHIELD
This message displays when theLane Departure Warning (LDW) andForward Collision Alert (FCA)
systems are disabled because thecamera view is blocked and cannotoperate properly. It may alsoactivate during heavy rain or due toroad spray. To clean the system,clean the outside of the windshieldarea in front of the LDW/FCAcamera sensor.
LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM
UNAVAILABLE
If your vehicle has the LaneDeparture Warning (LDW) system,this message may display if theLDW system cannot activate due toatemporarycondition.SeeLaneDeparture Warning (LDW)0264formore information.
SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
This message displays when theLane Departure Warning (LDW) andForward Collision Alert (FCA)systems are disabled and needservice. See your dealer.
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Lighting
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Vehicle Locator Lights
.Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights
This feature will flash the exteriorlamps and allows the headlamps,parking lamps, taillamps, and mostof the interior lamps to turn on
briefly whenKon the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter ispressed to locate the vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of howlong the exterior lamps stay onwhen leaving the vehicle when it isdark outside.
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Power Door Locks
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
.Auto Door Unlock
.Delayed Door Lock
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
When on, this feature will keep thedriver door from locking when thedoor is open. If Off is selected, theDelayed Door Lock menu will beavailable.
Select Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of thedoors will automatically unlock whenthe vehicle is shifted into P (Park)for an automatic transmission orwhen the key is removed from theignition for a manual transmission.
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay thelocking of the doors. To override thedelay, press the power door lockswitch on the door.
Select Off or On.
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Remote Unlock Light Feedback
.Remote Lock Feedback
.Remote Door Unlock
.Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps willflash when unlocking the vehiclewith the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type offeedback is given when locking thevehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, LightsOnly, or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when pressingKon the
RKE transmitter.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.
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Dome Lamps
The interior lamps control in theoverhead console controls both thefront and rear interior lamps.
To o p e r a t e :
(:Turns the lamps off.
H:Turns the lamps on when anydoor is opened.
':Keeps the lamps on allthe time.
The interior lamps turn onautomatically if the airbags aredeployed.
Reading Lamps
The front reading lamps,if equipped, are in the overheadconsole.
The rear reading lamps, if equipped,are in the headliner.
#or$:Press to turn each lampon or off.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting
Some exterior lamps and the interiorlamps turn on briefly at night, or in
areas with limited lighting, whenK
is pressed on the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) transmitter. When adoor is opened, the interior lampscome on if the dome lamp control is
in theHposition. After about
30 seconds the exterior lamps turnoff. Entry lighting can be disabledmanually by changing the ignitionout of the OFF position, or by
pressingQon the RKE transmitter.
This feature can be changed. See“Ve h i c l e L o c a t o r L i g h t s”underVehicle Personalization0139.
Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps and the interiorlamps come on at night, or in areaswith limited lighting when the key isremoved from the ignition. Theexterior and interior lamps remainon for a set amount of time and then
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Advertisement on Pandora
Pandora may displayadvertisements. The artist nameand track title will not be displayedand the skip track button will not beavailable.
Pandora Troubleshooting
Unable to Connect Device toVehicle
If the device is unable to connect tothe USB or Bluetooth:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Take the Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) transmitter at least 6 m(20 ft) away from the vehicle.
3. Wait about 30 seconds, and tryto connect the device again.SeeBluetooth (Overview)0187orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - BaseRadio)0188orBluetooth(Voice Recognition)0192orBluetooth (InfotainmentControls - Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0197.
Unable to Start Pandora
If the device is unable to launchPandora:
.Check that the latest version ofPandora is installed.
.Check that there is an activeaccount logged into Pandora.
.Have at least one stationcreated.
.For Android and BlackBerrydevices, check that the device ispaired with the vehicle, andwhether the device displays inthe Connected phone sourceslist under the Phone icon fromthe Home Page.
.For an iPhone, check that theUSB cable is connected to theUSB port and the screen isunlocked.
.Close Pandora on the deviceand launch again. Devices thatallow multitasking may requirean extra step to quit the Pandoraapplication. See the cell phonemanufacturer's user guide.
Thumbs Up or Thumbs DownError
If there is an error trying to rate a
track with,or-,themessage
“Thumbs Down Error”or“ThumbsUp Error”will display. Touch OK todismiss.
Loss of Audio
Loss of Pandora audio can happenin different ways:
.Weak or lost data connection.
.Device needs to be charged.
.Application needs to berelaunched.
.Connection between phone andradio lost.
.An iPhone is connected to bothBluetooth and the USB port.
Playback can be resumed fromalossofaudiobydoubletapping the iPhone home buttonthen scrolling through the iconsto find an icon that allows achange of flow betweenBluetooth and USB cable.
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280 Vehicle Care
Wheel Alignment and TireBalance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 334Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 336Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 346Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 347
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - NorthAmerica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Towing the Vehicle
To w i n g t h e V e h i c l e . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5 1Recreational VehicleTo w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5 1
Appearance Care
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
General Information
For service and parts needs, visityour dealer. You will receivegenuine GM parts and GM-trainedand supported service people.
Genuine GM parts have one ofthese marks:
California Proposition
65 Warning
WARNING:Most motor vehicles,including this one, as well as manyof its service parts and fluids,contain and/or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects orother reproductive harm. Engineexhaust, many parts and systems,many fluids, and some componentwear by-products contain and/oremit these chemicals.
SeeBattery - North America0300andJump Starting - NorthAmerica0348.
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements
Certain types of automotiveapplications, such as airbaginitiators, safety belt pretensioners,and lithium batteries contained inRemote Keyless Entry transmitters,may contain perchlorate materials.Special handling may be necessary.For additional information, seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.