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18 In Brief
Achoiceofadditionalinformationsuch as Channel, Song, Artist, andCAT (category) can display.Continue pressing to highlight thedesired tab, or press the softkeylocated under any one of the tabsand the information about that tabdisplays.
For more information about theseand other radio features, seeInfotainment0132.
Storing a Favorite Station
Depending on which radio thevehicle has, radio stations arestored as either favorites or presets.
For vehicles with a FAV button, amaximum of 36 stations can bestored as favorites using the sixsoftkeys below the radio stationfrequency tabs and by using theradio FAV button. Press FAV to gothrough up to six pages of favorites,each having six favorite stationsavailable per page. Each page offavorites can contain anycombination of AM and FM stations.
For more information on storing afavorite station, seeOperation0136.
Setting the Clock
To s e t t h e t i m e a n d d a t e f o r t h eRadio with CD/MP3:
1. PressHand the HR, MIN, MM,
DD, and YYYY (hour, minute,month, day, and year) display.
2. Press the softkey under anyone of the tabs to be changed.
3. Press©SEEK or¨SEEK,s
REV or\FWD, or turnf
clockwise or counterclockwiseto increase or decrease thetime or date.
For detailed instructions on settingthe clock for your specific audiosystem, seeClock092.
Satellite Radio
SiriusXM®is a satellite radio servicebased in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and 10 Canadian provinces.SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming andcommercial-free music, coast tocoast, and in digital-quality sound.
AfeeisrequiredtoreceivetheSiriusXM service.
For more information, refer to:
.www.siriusxm.com or call1-888-601-6296 (U.S.)
.www.siriusxm.ca or call1-877-438-9677 (Canada)
SeeSatellite Radio0139.
Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle may have an auxiliaryinput on the radio faceplate and aUSB port on the instrument panel.External devices such as an iPod®,laptop computer, MP3 player,or USB storage device can beconnected to the auxiliary port usinga3.5mm(1/8in)inputcableortheUSB port depending on the audiosystem.
See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack"and "Using the USB Port" inAuxiliary Devices0146.
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Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculatesengine oil life based on vehicle useand displays a DIC message whenit is necessary to change the engineoil and filter. The oil life systemshould be reset to 100% onlyfollowing an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN,with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release theaccelerator pedal slowly threetimes within five seconds.
3. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
SeeEngine Oil Life System0221.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuelmileage. Here are some driving tipsto get the best fuel economypossible.
.Avoid fast starts and acceleratesmoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoidabrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for longperiods of time.
.When road and weatherconditions are appropriate, usecruise control.
.Always follow posted speedlimits or drive more slowly whenconditions require.
.Keep vehicle tires properlyinflated.
.Combine several trips into asingle trip.
.Replace the vehicle's tires withthe same TPC Spec numbermolded into the tire's sidewallnear the size.
.Follow recommended scheduledmaintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only):1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Chevrolet owners areautomatically enrolled in theRoadside Assistance Program.
SeeRoadside AssistanceProgram0316.
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Controls
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
For vehicles with a tilt steeringwheel, the lever is located on theleft side of the steering column.
To a d j u s t t h e s t e e r i n g w h e e l :
1. Pull the lever to move thesteering wheel up or down intoacomfortableposition.
2. Release the lever to lock thesteering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheelwhile driving.
Steering Wheel Controls
If equipped, some audio controlscan be adjusted at the steeringwheel.
w:Press to go to the next favoriteradio station, track on a CD,or folder on an iPod®or USBdevice.
c/x(Previous/End) :Press togo to the previous favorite radiostation, track on a CD, or folder on
an iPod®or USB device. Also pressto reject an incoming call or end acurrent call.
Radio
To s e l e c t p r e s e t o r f a v o r i t e r a d i ostations:
Press and releaseworc/xto
go to the next or previous radiostation stored as a preset orfavorite.
CD
To s e l e c t t r a c k s o n a C D :
Press and releaseworc/xto
go to the next or previous track.
Selecting Tracks on an iPod orUSB Device
1. Press and holdworc/x
while listening to a song untilthe contents of the currentfolder display on the radiodisplay.
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6:Use to adjust the delay timebetween wipes. Turn the band upfor more frequent wipes or down forless frequent wipes.
d:Slow wipes.
a:Fast wipes.
9:Use to turn the wipers off.
When driving during the day and thewipers are activated, the headlamps automatically turn on aftercompleting eight wipe cycles.
Clear ice and snow from the wiperblades before using them. If frozento the windshield, carefully loosen orthaw them. Damaged blades shouldbe replaced.
Windshield Washer
The windshield wiper paddle is ontop of the turn signal lever.
L:Push the paddle to spraywasher fluid on the windshield. Thewipers will clear the window andthen either stop or return to thepreset speed.
{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
Compass
This vehicle may have a compass inthe Driver Information Center (DIC).
Compass Zone
Yo u r d e a l e r w i l l s e t t h e c o r r e c t z o n efor your location.
Under certain circumstances, suchas during a long distancecross-country trip or moving to anew state or province, it will benecessary to compensate forcompass variance by resetting thezone through the DIC if the zone isnot set correctly.
Compass variance is the differencebetween the earth's magnetic northand true geographic north. If thecompass is not set to the zonewhere you live, the compass may
give false readings. The compassmust be set to the variance zone inwhich the vehicle is traveling.
To a d j u s t f o r c o m p a s s v a r i a n c e , u s ethe following procedure:
Compass Variance (Zone)Procedure
1. Do not set the compass zonewhen the vehicle is moving.Only set it when the vehicle isin P (Park).
PressTuntil PRESSVTO
CHANGE COMPASS ZONEdisplays.
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Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12 Volt DirectCurrent
The accessory power outlets can beused to plug in electrical equipment,such as a cell phone or an MP3player.
The vehicle may have twoaccessory power outlets on theinstrument panel.
Remove the cover to access andreplace when not in use.
Certain power accessory plugs maynot be compatible to the accessorypower outlet and could overloadvehicle or adapter fuses. If aproblem is experienced, see yourdealer.
{Warning
Power is always supplied to the
outlets. Do not leave electrical
equipment plugged in when the
vehicle is not in use because the
vehicle could catch fire and cause
injury or death.
Caution
Leaving electrical equipment
plugged in for an extended period
of time while the vehicle is off will
drain the battery. Always unplug
electrical equipment when not in
use and do not plug in equipment
that exceeds the maximum
20 amp rating.
When adding electrical equipment,be sure to follow the properinstallation instructions included withthe equipment. SeeAdd-OnElectrical Equipment0212.
Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty. The power
outlets are designed for
accessory power plugs only, such
as cell phone charge cords.
Power Outlet 110/120 Volt
Alternating Current
This power outlet can be used toplug in electrical equipment thatuses a maximum limit of 150 watts.
The 110/120 volt power outlet is onthe instrument panel.
An indicator light on the outlet turnson to show it is in use. The lightcomes on when the ignition is inON/RUN, equipment requiring lessthan 150 watts is plugged into theoutlet, and no system fault isdetected.
The indicator light does not come onwhen the ignition is in LOCK/OFF orif the equipment is not fully seatedinto the outlet.
If equipment is connected usingmore than 150 watts or a systemfault is detected, a protection circuitshuts off the power supply and theindicator light turns off. To reset thecircuit, unplug the item and plug itback in or turn the RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) off andthen back on. SeeRetainedAccessory Power (RAP)0180.
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If the vehicle has a diesel engine,see the Duramax diesel supplementfor more information.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehiclespeed in kilometers per hour (km/h)and miles per hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far thevehicle has been driven, in eitherkilometers or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how farthe vehicle has been driven sincethe trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed andreset through the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). SeeDriverInformation Center (DIC)0108.
Fuel Gauge
Metric
English
The fuel gauge, when the ignition ison, indicates how much fuel is left inthe vehicle fuel tank.
An arrow on the fuel gaugeindicates the side of the vehicle thefuel door is on.
The gauge first indicates emptybefore the vehicle is out of fuel, andthe fuel tank should berefueled soon.
Listed are four situations customersmight experience with the fuelgauge. None of these indicate aproblem with the fuel gauge:
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Brake System Warning
Light
The vehicle brake system consistsof two hydraulic circuits. If onecircuit is not working, the remainingcircuit can still work to stop thevehicle. For normal brakingperformance, both circuits need tobe working.
If the warning light comes on, therecould be a brake problem. Have thebrake system inspected right away.
MetricEnglish
This light should come on brieflywhen the engine is started. If it doesnot come on then, have it fixed so itwill be ready to warn you if there isaproblem.
When the ignition is on, the brakesystem warning light also comes onwhen the parking brake is set. SeeParking Brake0189for more
information. The light stays on if theparking brake does not fully release.If it stays on after the parking brakeis fully released, it means thevehicle has a brake problem.
If the light comes on while driving,pull off the road and stop carefully.The pedal might be harder to push,or the pedal might go closer to thefloor. It could take longer to stop.If the light is still on, have thevehicle towed for service. SeeTo w i n g t h e V e h i c l e0286.
{Warning
The brake system might not be
working properly if the brake
system warning light is on.
Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after
the vehicle has been pulled off
the road and carefully stopped,
have the vehicle towed for
service.
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
For vehicles with the Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS), this light comes onbriefly when the engine is started.
If it does not, have the vehicleserviced by your dealer. If thesystem is working normally theindicator light then goes off.
If the ABS light stays on, turn theignition off. If the light comes onwhile driving, stop as soon as it issafely possible and turn the ignitionoff. Then start the engine again toreset the system. If the ABS lightstays on, or comes on again whiledriving, the vehicle needs service.If the regular brake system warninglight is not on, the vehicle still hasbrakes, but not antilock brakes.If the regular brake system warninglight is also on, the vehicle does not
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Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
This vehicle has a DIC.
All messages will appear in the DICdisplay at the bottom of theinstrument cluster.
The DIC comes on when the ignitionis on. After a short delay, the DICwill display the information that waslast displayed before the enginewas turned off.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, andvehicle system information, andwarning messages if a systemproblem is detected.
If the vehicle has these features, theDIC also displays the compassdirection and the outside airtemperature when viewing the tripand fuel information. The compassdirection appears on the top rightcorner of the DIC display. Theoutside air temperatureautomatically appears in the bottomright corner of the DIC display.
If there is a problem with the systemthat controls the temperaturedisplay, the numbers will bereplaced with dashes. If this occurs,have the vehicle serviced by yourdealer.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,see the Duramax dieselsupplement.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displayswhich can be accessed by pressingthe DIC buttons on the instrumentpanel, next to the instrument cluster.
DIC Buttons
The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicleinformation, customization, and set/reset buttons. The button functionsare detailed in the following pages.
3:Press this button to displaythe odometer, trip odometers, fuelrange, average economy, fuel used,timer, average speed, and digitaltachometer.
T:Press this button to display theoil life, rear park assist, units, tirepressure readings for vehicles withthe Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS), engine hours, TirePressure Monitor System (TPMS)programming for vehicles with theTPMS and without a RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, andcompass zone and compasscalibration on vehicles with thisfeature.
U:Press this button to customizethe feature settings on the vehicle.SeeVehicle Personalization011 9for more information.
V:Press this button to set or resetcertain functions and to turn off oracknowledge messages on the DIC.