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Tilt and Telescoping SteeringWheel
To a d j u s t t h e t i l t a n d t e l e s c o p i n gsteering wheel, if equipped:
1. Push the lever (1) down tomove the steering wheelforward or rearward. Lift thelever up to lock the wheel inplace.
2. Pull the lever (2) toward you tomove the steering wheel up ordown, then release the lever tolock the wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheelwhile driving.
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps
There are dome lamps in theoverhead console and the headliner,if equipped.
To c h a n g e t h e d o m e l a m p s e t t i n g s ,press the following:
OFF :Turns the lamps off, evenwhen a door is open.
DOOR :The lamps come onautomatically when a door isopened.
ON :Turns all dome lamps on.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps in theoverhead console and the headliner,if equipped. To operate, the ignitionmust be in the ACC/ACCESSORYor ON/RUN position or usingRetained Accessory Power (RAP).
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MENU :Press to select a menu.
g:Press to seek the previousstation or track.
l:Press to seek the next stationor track.
See“Base Radio”inOverview(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0183orOverview (BaseRadio)0184.
Base Radio with Touchscreen
O:Press to turn the system on.Press and hold to turn it off. Whenon, press to mute; press again tounmute. Turn to increase ordecrease the volume.
{:Press to go to the Home Page.
7:Press to seek the previousstation or track.
6:Press to seek the next stationor track.
See“Base Radio with Touchscreen”inOverview (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0183orOverview(Base Radio)0184.
Setting the Clock
SeeClock0123.
Satellite Radio
Vehicles with a SiriusXM®satelliteradio tuner and a valid SiriusXMsatellite radio subscription canreceive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio servicebased in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and 10 Canadian provinces.SiriusXM satellite radio has a widevariety 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 Radio (Base Radio)0193orSatellite Radio (BaseRadio with Touchscreen)0193.
Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm(1/8 in) auxiliary input jack and USBports in the center console orarmrest. There may be a USB portin the upper glove box. Externaldevices such as iPods®,laptopcomputers, MP3 players, and USBstorage devices may be connected,depending on the audio system.
SeeUSB Port (Base Radio)0199orUSB Port (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0201andAuxiliaryJack0207.
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth®system allows userswith a Bluetooth-enabled cell phoneto make and receive hands-freecalls using the vehicle audio systemand controls.
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Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof operateswhen the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) is active.SeeRetained Accessory Power(RAP)0271.
Slide Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close :Toexpress-open the sunroof, fully
press and releaseI.Pressthe
switch again to stop the movement.To e x p r e s s - c l o s e t h e s u n r o o f , f u l l y
press and releaseK.Pressthe
switch again to stop the movement.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) :Toopen the sunroof, press and
holdI.Releasetheswitchtostop
the movement. Press and holdK
to close the sunroof. Release theswitch to stop the movement.
Tilt Switch
Vent :From the closed position,
pressJto vent the sunroof. Press
Kto close the vent.
When the sunroof is opened, an airdeflector will automatically raise.The air deflector will retract whenthe sunroof is closed.
The sunroof also has a sunshade,which can be pulled forward to blocksun rays. The sunshade must beopened and closed manually.
If an object is in the path of thesunroof while it is closing, theautomatic reversal system willdetect the object and stop thesunroof.
SeeSunroof054.
Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The vehicle has a traction controlsystem that limits wheel spin andthe StabiliTrak system that assistswith directional control of the vehiclein difficult driving conditions. Bothsystems come on automaticallywhen the vehicle is started andbegins to move.
.To t u r n o f f t r a c t i o n c o n t r o l , p r e s s
and releasegon the center
stack. The traction off lighti
displays in the instrumentcluster. The appropriate DriverInformation Center (DIC)message displays. SeeRideControl SystemMessages0154.
.To t u r n o f f b o t h t r a c t i o n c o n t r o land StabiliTrak, press and
holdguntiliandgilluminate
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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 38Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 41Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Doors
Ta i l g a t e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 43Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 45
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 49Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 50Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 51Automatic Dimming RearviewMirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the ignition key is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the keys in the
ignition, and children or others
could be caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with the
ignition key.
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Interference from radio-frequencyidentification (RFID) tags mayprevent the key from starting thevehicle. Keep RFID tags away fromthe key when starting the vehicle.
The key is used for the ignition, alldoor locks and glove box,if equipped.
Programming Keys
Follow these procedures to programup to eight keys to the vehicle.
Programming with TwoRecognized Keys
To p r o g r a m a n e w k e y :
1. Insert the original, alreadyprogrammed key in the ignitionand turn the key to the ON/RUN position.
2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF,and remove the key.
3. Quickly, within five seconds,insert the second originalalready programmed key in theignition and turn the key to theON/RUN position.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF,and remove the key.
5. Insert the key to beprogrammed and turn it to theON/RUN position withinfive seconds.
6. The security light will turn offonce the key has beenprogrammed.
7. Repeat Steps 1–5ifadditionalkeys are to be programmed.
If a key is lost or damaged, see yourdealer to have a new key made.
Programming withoutRecognized Keys
Program a new key to the vehiclewhen a recognized key is notavailable. Canadian regulationsrequire that owners see their dealer.
If two currently recognized keys arenot available, follow this procedureto program the first key.
This procedure will takeapproximately 30 minutes tocomplete for the first key. Thevehicle must be off and all of thekeys you wish to program must bewith you.
1. Insert the new vehicle key intothe ignition.
2. Turn to ON/RUN. The securitylight will come on.
3. Wait 10 minutes until thesecurity light turns off.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
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5. Repeat Steps 2–4twomoretimes. After the third time, turnto ON/RUN; the key is learnedand all previously known keyswill no longer work with thevehicle.
6. To learn a second key, turn toOFF, insert the second key tobe learned, and rotate toON/RUN.
After two keys are learned, theremaining keys can be learned byfollowing the procedure in“Programming with TwoRecognized Keys.”
The key has a bar-coded key tagthat the dealer or qualified locksmithcan use to make new keys. Storethis information in a safe place, notin the vehicle.
See your dealer if a replacementkey or additional key is needed.
If it becomes difficult to turn a key,inspect the key blade for debris.Periodically clean with a brushor pick.
With an active OnStar subscription,an OnStar Advisor may remotelyunlock the vehicle. SeeOnStarOverview0486.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
SeeRadio FrequencyStatement0482.
If there is a decrease in the RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) operatingrange:
.Check the distance. Thetransmitter may be too far fromthe vehicle.
.Check the location. Othervehicles or objects may beblocking the signal.
.Check the transmitter's battery.See“Battery Replacement”laterin this section.
.If the transmitter is still notworking correctly, see yourdealer or a qualified technicianfor service.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
The RKE transmitter functions maywork up to 60 m (197 ft) away fromthe vehicle.
Other conditions can affect theperformance of the transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System036.
With Remote Start (without
Remote Start Similar)
/:If equipped,/is used to startthe engine from outside the vehicleusing the RKE transmitter. SeeRemote Vehicle Start038.
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Q:Press to lock all doors and thetailgate.
If enabled in vehicle personalization,the turn signal lamps flash once toindicate locking has occurred.If enabled through vehiclepersonalization, the horn chirps
whenQis pressed again within
three seconds. SeeVehiclePersonalization0160.
PressingQarms the alarm system.
SeeVehicle Alarm System043.
If equipped with auto mirror folding,
pressing and holdingQfor
one second will fold the mirrors. Theauto mirror folding feature will notoperate unless it is enabled. SeeFolding Mirrors048andVehiclePersonalization0160.
K:Press once to unlock only the
driver door. IfKis pressed again
within three seconds, all remainingdoors and the tailgate unlock. Theinterior lamps may come on andstay on for 20 seconds or until theignition is turned on.
If enabled in VehiclePersonalization, the turn signallamps flash twice to indicateunlocking has occurred. SeeVehiclePersonalization0160.Ifenabledthrough vehicle personalization, theexterior lamps may turn on. SeeVehicle Personalization0160.
PressingKon the RKE transmitter
disarms the alarm system. SeeVehicle Alarm System043.
If equipped with auto mirror folding,
pressing and holdingKfor
one second will unfold the mirrors.The auto mirror folding feature willnot operate unless it is enabled.SeeFolding Mirrors048andVehicle Personalization0160.
On some models, press, release
and then press and holdKto open
all of the windows. Pressing thebutton again will stop the windows.
SeeVehicle Personalization0160.
7:Press and release one time toinitiate vehicle locator. The turnsignal lamps flash and the hornsounds three times.
Press and hold7for at least
three seconds to sound the panicalarm. The turn signal lamps flashand the horn sounds repeatedly for30 seconds. The alarm turns offwhen the ignition is moved to ON/
RUN or7is pressed again. The
ignition must be in LOCK/OFF forthe panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmedto this vehicle will work. If atransmitter is lost or stolen, areplacement can be purchased andprogrammed through your dealer.Each vehicle can have up toeight transmitters programmed to it.See your dealer for transmitterprogramming.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery in thetransmitter soon if the REPLACEBATTERY IN REMOTE KEYmessage displays in the DIC.
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The engine will turn off during aremote vehicle start if:
.The coolant temperature getstoo high.
.The oil pressure gets low.
The RKE transmitter range may bereduced while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect theperformance of the transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System036orVehiclePersonalization0160.
Starting the Engine Using RemoteStart
1. Press and releaseQ.
2. Immediately press and hold/
until the turn signal lamps flashor for at least four seconds.
When the vehicle starts, theparking lamps will turn on. Thedoors will be locked and theclimate control system maycome on.
The engine will continue to runfor 10 minutes. After30 seconds, repeatSteps 1 and 2 for a 10-minutetime extension.
Place the ignition in ON/RUN tooperate the vehicle.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can beextended by 10 minutes, for a totalof 20 minutes, if during the first10 minutes Steps 1 and 2 arerepeated while the engine is stillrunning. An extension can berequested 30 seconds after starting.
Amaximumoftworemotestarts,or a single start with an extension,is allowed between ignition cycles.
The vehicle's ignition must beturned on and then back off to useremote start again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To c a n c e l a r e m o t e s t a r t , d o o n e o fthe following:
.Press and hold/until the
parking lamps turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warningflashers.
.Turn the ignition on and then off.
Door Locks
{Warning
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
.Passengers, especiallychildren, can easily openthe doors and fall out of amoving vehicle. When adoor is locked, the handlewill not open it. The chanceof being thrown out of thevehicle in a crash isincreased if the doors arenot locked. So, allpassengers should wearsafety belts properly and thedoors should be lockedwhenever the vehicle isdriven.
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