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Infotainment
System
Introduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 154Overview (Base Radio) . . . . . . . 155Overview (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 5 7Home Page (Base Radio) . . . . 158Home Page (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6 0Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Radio
AM-FM Radio (BaseRadio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161AM-FM Radio (Base Radiowith Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . 163Satellite Radio (BaseRadio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164Satellite Radio (Base Radiowith Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . 165Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 167Pandora Internet Radio . . . . . . . 167
Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted MediaDevices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170USB Port (Base Radio) . . . . . . . 170USB Port (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 3Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Phone
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . 187Bluetooth (InfotainmentControls - Base Radio) . . . . . . 188Bluetooth (VoiceRecognition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192Bluetooth (InfotainmentControls - Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 9 7Te x t M e s s a g i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0 1
Trademarks and License
Agreements
Trademarks and LicenseAgreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Introduction
Infotainment
Base radio information is included inthis manual. See the infotainmentmanual for information on otheravailable infotainment systems.
Read the following pages tobecome familiar with the features.
{Warning
Ta k i n g y o u r e y e s o f f t h e r o a d f o r
too long or too often while using
any infotainment feature can
cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
give extended attention to
infotainment tasks while driving.
Limit your glances at the vehicle
displays and focus your attention
on driving. Use voice commands
whenever possible.

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The infotainment system has built-infeatures intended to help avoiddistraction by disabling somefunctions when driving. Thesefunctions may gray out when theyare unavailable. Many infotainmentfeatures are also available throughthe instrument cluster and steeringwheel controls.
Before driving:
.Become familiar with theoperation, faceplate buttons, andscreen buttons.
.Set up the audio by presettingfavorite stations, setting thetone, and adjusting thespeakers.
.Set up phone numbers inadvance so they can be calledeasily by pressing a singlebutton or by using a single voicecommand if equipped withBluetooth phone capability.
SeeDefensive Driving0215.
To p l a y t h e i n f o t a i n m e n t s y s t e m w i t hthe ignition off, seeRetainedAccessory Power (RAP)0237.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
TheftLock®is designed todiscourage theft of the vehicle'sradio by learning a portion of theVehicle Identification Number (VIN).The radio does not operate if it isstolen or moved to a differentvehicle.

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4.6
.Radio: Press and release togo to the next station orchannel. Press and hold tofast seek the next strongeststation or channel.
.USB/BT Music/Pictures:Press and hold to go to thenext content. Press andhold to fast forward.
5.#
.Press and release toaccess the phone screen,answer an incoming call,or access the device homescreen. Press and hold toaccess Press to Talk.
Home Page (Base Radio)
Home Page Features
The infotainment system displays aHome Page to access all of theapplications. Turn the MENU knobto highlight feature icons. Press theMENU knob to access the feature’soptions.
Va r i o u s f u n c t i o n s a r e d i s a b l e d w h e nthe vehicle is moving.
AUDIO :Select the AUDIO screenicon to display the active sourcepage. The sources available areAM, FM, SXM (if equipped), USB/iPod, AUX Input, and BluetoothAudio (if equipped). SeeAM-FMRadio (Base Radio)0161orAM-FM Radio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0163,Satellite Radio(Base Radio)0164orSatelliteRadio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0165,Auxiliary Jack0179,andBluetooth Audio0180.
PHONE :Select the PHONE screenicon to display the Phone mainpage. SeeBluetooth (Overview)0187orBluetooth (InfotainmentControls - Base Radio)0188orBluetooth (Voice Recognition)0192orBluetooth (Infotainment Controls -Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0197.
NAV (Navigation, If Equipped) :Select the NAV screen icon todisplay the OnStar Turn-by-TurnNavigation. SeeOnStar Overview0397,ifequipped.
SETTINGS :Select the SETTINGSscreen icon to display the Settingsmain page. See“Setting RadioPreferences”following.
Pandora (If Equipped)
Select the PANDORA icon to beginPandora. SeePandora InternetRadio0167.
Setting Radio Preferences
Select the SETTINGS screen iconto display the Settings menu andthe following may display:
Time and Date :SeeClock0106.
Language (Current Language) :This will set the display language inthe radio and instrument cluster.Select to display a list of languages.
SelectoBACK to go back to the
previous menu.
Valet Mode:
Using the circular numeric keypad,enter a four-digit code:
1. Turn the MENU knob tohighlight a number.

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displays stating all vehiclecustomization settings will berestored to the factory settings.Select Cancel or Confirm.
Clear All Private Data (IfEquipped) :This option clears allprivate information from the vehicle.Select Clear All Private Data. SelectCancel or Confirm.
Restore Radio Settings :Thisoption will restore factory radiosettings. Select Restore RadioSettings. A screen displays statingall personalized radio settings willbe restored back to the factorysettings. Select Cancel or Confirm.
English and Metric Unit
Conversion
To c h a n g e t h e d i s p l a y u n i t s b e t w e e nEnglish and metric units, seeDriverInformation Center (DIC) (BaseLevel)0126orDriver InformationCenter (DIC) (Uplevel)0129orInstrument Cluster (Base Level)011 0orInstrument Cluster(Uplevel)011 2.
Home Page (Base Radio
with Touchscreen)
Touchscreen Buttons
To u c h s c r e e n b u t t o n s s h o w o n t h escreen when available. When afunction is unavailable, the buttonmay gray out. When a function isselected, the button may highlight.
Home Page Features
Press{to go to the Home Page.
Audio :To u c h t o s e l e c t A M , F M ,SXM (if equipped), USB/iPod/Bluetooth Audio, or AUX. SeeAM-FM Radio (Base Radio)0161orAM-FM Radio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0163,Satellite Radio(Base Radio)0164orSatelliteRadio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0165,USB Port(Base Radio)0170orUSB Port(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0173,Bluetooth Audio0180,orAuxiliary Jack0179.
Gallery :To u c h t o v i e w a p i c t u r e .SeeUSB Port (Base Radio)0170orUSB Port (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0173.
Phone :To u c h t o a c t i v a t e t h ephone features (if equipped). SeeBluetooth (Overview)0187orBluetooth (Infotainment Controls -Base Radio)0188orBluetooth(Voice Recognition)0192orBluetooth (Infotainment Controls -Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0197.

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2. Touch the preset button tolisten to the channel saved tothat button.
Using the SiriusXM Menu
Operation
1. Touch MENU on the SXMinfotainment display.
2. Touch the menu to select thedesired item or to display thedetail menu item.
3. Touch0to return to the
previous menu.
Channel List
1. Touch SXM Channel List fromthe SXM menu. The channellist is displayed.
2. TouchQorRto find the
desired channel. Tune to thechannel by selecting it.
Tone Settings
From the tone settings menu, thesound features can be set up forSiriusXM audio and each audioplayer’sfunctions.
1. Touch Tone Settings. The tonesettings screen is displayed.See“To n e S e t t i n g s”under“Base Radio with Touchscreen”inAM-FM Radio (Base Radio)0161orAM-FM Radio (BaseRadio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0163.
2. Touch OK.
Auto Volume
1. Touch Auto Volume. See“AutoVolume”under“Base Radiowith Touchscreen”inAM-FMRadio (Base Radio)0161orAM-FM Radio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0163.
2. Touch OK.
Categories
1. Touch Categories.
2. TouchQorRto find the
desired category. Touch thecategory to select it.
Explicit Content Filter
When on, only a filtered list ofchannels will be received. When off,all regular SXM programmingsubscribed to will be received.
1. Touch SXM Explicit Filter.
2. Select On or Off.
Radio Reception
Frequency interference and staticcan occur during normal radioreception if items such as cell phonechargers, vehicle convenienceaccessories, and external electronicdevices are plugged into theaccessory power outlet. If there isinterference or static, unplug theitem from the accessory poweroutlet.
FM
FM signals only reach about 16 to65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although theradio has a built-in electronic circuitthat automatically works to reduceinterference, some static can occur,especially around tall buildings orhills, causing the sound to fade inand out.

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AM
The range for most AM stations isgreater than for FM, especially atnight. The longer range can causestation frequencies to interfere witheach other. Static can occur whenthings like storms and power linesinterfere with radio reception. Whenthis happens, try reducing the trebleon the radio.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
If equipped, SiriusXM SatelliteRadio Service provides digital radioreception. Tall buildings or hills caninterfere with satellite radio signals,causing the sound to fade in andout. In addition, traveling or standingunder heavy foliage, bridges,garages, or tunnels may cause lossof the SiriusXM signal for a periodof time.
Cell Phone Usage
Cell phone usage, such as makingor receiving phone calls, charging,or just having the phone on may
cause static interference with theradio. Unplug the phone or turn it offif this happens.
Multi-Band Antenna
The multi-band antenna is on theroof of the vehicle. The antenna isused for OnStar, the SiriusXMSatellite Radio Service System, andGPS (Global Positioning System),if the vehicle has these features.Keep the antenna clear ofobstructions for clear reception.
Items on the roof of the vehicle caninterfere with the performance of theradio system and OnStar (ifequipped). Make sure themulti-band antenna is notobstructed.
Pandora Internet Radio
If equipped, Pandora®is a freeInternet radio service that streamspersonalized radio stations basedon artists, tracks, genres, andcomedians. Create stations usingthe Pandora website or Smartphone
application, then use-or,to
personalize stations. To set up an
account, or for more information, goto www.pandora.com. Pandora maynot be available in Canada orMexico.
AphoneortabletwithInternetconnection and the Pandoraapplication installed is required.Personal cell phone data plans areused. Make sure the latest versionis installed on the device.
Launching Pandora
Connect an iPhone to the USB port,or connect Android®or BlackBerry®
through Bluetooth. SeeBluetooth(Overview)0187orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - BaseRadio)0188orBluetooth (VoiceRecognition)0192orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - Base Radiowith Touchscreen)0197.Forfirsttime use, set up the stations beforeconnecting to the vehicle. ThePandora icon will be available onthe Home Page.
When Pandora is chosen, thePandora logo will populate on thescreen and the system will display“Acquiring Pandora Radio Station.”Launch times can be significant.

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Using an iPhone
1. Plug the device into the USBport. The phone screen mustbe unlocked.
2. Launch Pandora from theHome Page by selecting thePandora icon.
If nothing happens when theavailable Pandora screen button istouched, download the latestPandora application and retry.
The login screen may display on thedevice.
Using an Android or BlackBerryPhone
The BlackBerry phone must beunlocked to launch Pandora service.
1. Pair the phone using Bluetooth.
2. Launch Pandora by selectingPandora on the Home Page.
If nothing happens when theavailable Pandora screen button isselected, download the latestPandora application and retry.
The login screen may display on thedevice.
Pandora Menus
Press MENU.
Pandora has a menu with thefollowing:
To n e S e t t i n g s :Select to adjust thetone settings. SeeAM-FM Radio(Base Radio)0161orAM-FMRadio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0163.
Bookmark Artist :Select tobookmark the artist.
Bookmark Song :Select tobookmark the song.
Auto Volume :This feature sets theauto volume based on the speed ofthe vehicle and noise in the vehicle.SeeAM-FM Radio (Base Radio)0161orAM-FM Radio (Base Radiowith Touchscreen)0163.
Pandora Features
Pandora service has features to ratetracks, skip tracks, or changestations.
}:When selected during a track, achoice displays to bookmark theartist or track. This sends thebookmark to the Pandora account.
,:When selected, Pandora storesthis information, changes to the nexttrack, and does not play this trackon this station again. This helpsPandora choose which tracksshould not play on this station. Thisfeature is only available on usercreated stations.
-:When selected, Pandora stores
this information and-is
highlighted for the remainder of thetrack. This helps Pandora choosewhich tracks should play on thisstation.
d:When selected, Pandorachanges to the next track.
rorj:Select to play or pauseplayback.
Pandora Skip Limit
Pandora limits the number of skipsallowed on their service. When the
skip limit is reached,,or the next
arrow will not skip the currently
playing track, but the,feedback
will be recorded.

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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.