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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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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.

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When the remaining oil life is low,the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage will appear on the display.SeeEngine Oil Messages011 4.Yo u s h o u l d c h a n g e t h e o i l a s s o o nas possible. SeeEngine Oil0219.In addition to the engine oil lifesystem monitoring the oil life,additional maintenance isrecommended in the MaintenanceSchedule in this manual. SeeMaintenance Schedule0297.
Remember, you must reset the OILLIFE yourself after each oil change.It will not reset itself. Also, becareful not to reset the OIL LIFEaccidentally at any time other thanwhen the oil has just been changed.It cannot be reset accurately untilthe next oil change. To reset theengine oil life system, seeEngineOil Life System0221.
Park Assist
If the vehicle has the Rear Parking
Assist (RPA) system, pressTuntil
PA R K A S S I S T d i s p l a y s . T h i sdisplay allows the system to beturned on or off. Once in thisdisplay, press to select between ON
or OFF. The RPA systemautomatically turns back on aftereach vehicle start. When the RPAsystem is turned off and the vehicleis shifted out of P (Park), the DICwill display the PARK ASSIST OFFmessage as a reminder that thesystem has been turned off. SeeObject Detection System Messages011 5andParking Assist0197.
Units
PressTuntil UNITS displays. This
display allows you to select betweenmetric or English units ofmeasurement. Once in this display,
pressVto select between METRIC
or ENGLISH units.
Tire Pressure
If the vehicle has the Tire PressureMonitor System (TPMS), thepressure for each tire can be viewedin the DIC. The tire pressure will beshown in either kilopascals (kPa) orpounds per square inch (psi).
PressTuntil the DIC displays
FRONT TIRES PSI (kPa) LEFT ##
RIGHT ##. PressTagain until the
DIC displays REAR TIRESPSI (kPa) LEFT ## RIGHT ##.
If a low tire pressure condition isdetected by the system whiledriving, a message advising you tocheck the pressure in a specific tirewill appear in the display. SeeTirePressure011 8andTireMessages011 8.
If the tire pressure display showsdashes instead of a value, theremay be a problem with the vehicle.If this consistently occurs, see yourdealer for service.
Engine Hours
PressTuntil ENGINE HOURS
displays. This display shows thetotal number of hours the enginehas run.
Relearn Tire Positions
The vehicle may have this display.To a c c e s s t h i s d i s p l a y, t h e v e h i c l emust be in P (Park). If the vehiclehas the Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS), after rotating thetires or after replacing a tire or

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sensor, the system must re-learn thetire positions. To re-learn the tirepositions, seeTire Pressure MonitorSystem0261.SeeTire Inspection0265,Tire Rotation0265andTireMessages011 8.
Change Compass Zone
The vehicle may have this feature.To c h a n g e t h e c o m p a s s z o n ethrough the DIC, seeCompass090.
Calibrate Compass
The vehicle may have this feature.The compass can be manuallycalibrated. To calibrate the compassthrough the DIC, seeCompass090.
Blank Display
This display shows no information.
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DICindicate the status of the vehicle orsome action may be needed tocorrect a condition. Multiplemessages may appear one afteranother.
The messages that do not requireimmediate action can beacknowledged and cleared by
pressingV(Set/Reset).
The messages that requireimmediate action cannot be cleareduntil that action is performed.
All messages should be takenseriously and clearing the messagedoes not correct the problem.
The following are the possiblemessages and some informationabout them.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,see the Duramax dieselsupplement.
Battery Voltage and
Charging Messages
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 Light0101.Drivingwiththisproblem could drain the battery.Turn off all unnecessaryaccessories. Have the electricalsystem checked as soon aspossible. See your dealer.
Brake System Messages
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays along withthe brake system warning light ifthere is a problem with the brakesystem. SeeBrake System WarningLight0104.Ifthismessageappears, stop as soon as possibleand turn off the vehicle. Restart thevehicle and check for the message

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conditioning compressor turns backon. You can continue to drive thevehicle.
If this message continues to appear,have the system repaired by yourdealer as soon as possible to avoiddamage to the engine.
ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays when theengine coolant temperature is toohot. Stop and allow the vehicle toidle until it cools down. SeeEngineCoolant Temperature Gauge098.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP
ENGINE
This message displays and a chimesounds if the engine cooling systemreaches unsafe temperatures foroperation. Stop and turn off thevehicle as soon as it is safe to do soto avoid severe damage. Thismessage clears when the enginehas cooled to a safe operatingtemperature.
Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when theengine oil needs to be changed.When you change the engine oil, besure to reset the CHANGE ENGINEOIL SOON message. SeeEngineOil Life System0221forinformation on how to reset themessage. SeeEngine Oil0219andMaintenance Schedule0297.
ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL
If the vehicle has an oil level sensor,this message displays if the oil levelin the vehicle is low. Check the oillevel and correct it as necessary.Yo u m a y n e e d t o l e t t h e v e h i c l e c o o lor warm up and cycle the ignition tobe sure this message clears. SeeEngine Oil0219.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP
ENGINE
This message displays if low oilpressure levels occur. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely possibleand do not operate it until the causeof the low oil pressure has been
corrected. Check the oil as soon aspossible and have the vehicleserviced by your dealer. SeeEngineOil0219.
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays and a chimesounds when the cooling systemtemperature gets too hot and theengine further enters the enginecoolant protection mode. SeeEngine Overheating0230forfurther information.
This message also displays whenthe engine power is reduced.Reduced engine power can affectthe vehicle's ability to accelerate.If this message is on, but there is noreduction in performance, proceedto your destination. Theperformance may be reduced thenext time the vehicle is driven. Thevehicle may be driven at a reducedspeed while this message is on, butacceleration and speed may bereduced. Anytime this message

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stays on, the vehicle should betaken to your dealer for service assoon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays and a chimesounds if the fuel level is low. Refuelas soon as possible. SeeFuelGauge096andFuel0198formore information.
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message may display alongwith the check engine light on theinstrument cluster if the fuel cap isnot tightened properly. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp (CheckEngine Light)0102.Reinstallthefuel cap fully. SeeFilling the Tank0200.Thediagnosticsystemcandetermine if the fuel cap has beenleft off or improperly installed.Alooseormissingfuelcapallowsfuel to evaporate into theatmosphere. A few driving trips withthe cap properly installed shouldturn this light and message off.
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 Operation025.
Lamp Messages
AUTOMATIC LIGHT
CONTROL OFF
This message displays when theautomatic headlamps are turned off.SeeExterior Lamp Controls0125.
AUTOMATIC LIGHT
CONTROL ON
This message displays when theautomatic headlamps are turned on.SeeExterior Lamp Controls0125.
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
PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE
OWNERS MANUAL
This message displays if there issomething interfering with the RearParking Assist (RPA) system. SeeParking Assist0197.
PARK ASSIST OFF
After the vehicle has been started,this message displays to remind thedriver that the Rear Parking Assist(RPA) system has been turned off.Press the set/reset button or the tripodometer reset stem toacknowledge this message andclear it from the DIC display. To turnthe RPA system back on, seeParking Assist0197.

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SERVICE PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is aproblem with the Rear ParkingAssist (RPA) system. Do not usethis system to help you park. SeeParking Assist0197.Seeyourdealer for service.
Ride Control System
Messages
SERVICE STABILITRAK
If the vehicle has StabiliTrak®andthis message displays, it meansthere may be a problem with theStabiliTrak system. If you see thismessage, try to reset the system.Stop; turn off the engine for at least15 seconds; then start the engineagain. If this message still comeson, it means there is a problem. Youshould see your dealer for service.The vehicle is safe to drive,however, you do not have thebenefit of StabiliTrak, so reduceyour speed and drive accordingly.
SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, thismessage displays when there is aproblem with the Traction ControlSystem (TCS). When this messagedisplays, the system will not limitwheel spin. Adjust your drivingaccordingly. See your dealer forservice. SeeTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l /Electronic Stability Control0190.
STABILITRAK INITIALIZING
If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, thismessage may display until firstdriving the vehicle and exceeding40 km/h (25 mph) for two minutes.The StabiliTrak system is notfunctional until this message hasturned off. SeeTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l /Electronic Stability Control0190.
TRACTION XX
STABILITRAK XX
If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, thismessage displays when the tractioncontrol and/or StabiliTrak systemshave been turned on or off. Adjustyour driving accordingly. To limitwheel spin and realize the full
benefits of the stabilityenhancement system, you shouldnormally leave StabiliTrak on.However, you should turnStabiliTrak off if the vehicle getsstuck in sand, mud, ice, or snowand you want to rock the vehicle toattempt to free it, or if you aredriving in extreme off-roadconditions and require more wheelspin. SeeIf the Vehicle Is Stuck0171.ToturntheStabiliTraksystem on or off, seeTr a c t i o nControl/Electronic StabilityControl0190.
STABILITRAK OFF may alsodisplay when the stability controlhas been automatically disabled.There are several conditions thatcan cause this message to appear.
.One condition is overheating,which could occur if StabiliTrakactivates continuously for anextended period of time.
.The message also displays if thebrake system warning light is on.SeeBrake System WarningLight0104.