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186 Infotainment System
current track will start from
the beginning. Presslto
seek the next track.
.AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If
Equipped):Pressgorl
to seek to the previous ornext strong station.
.CD (If Equipped):Press
and holdgto quickly
reverse through a track.Release the button to returnto playing speed. Press and
holdlto fast forward
through a track. Releasethe button to return toplaying speed.
10. RADIO
.Press to change the audiosource between AM, FM,or SiriusXM, if equipped.
11 . M E D I A
.Press to change the audiosource between CD, USB,AUX, and Bluetooth Audio,if equipped.
12.O
.Press to turn the audio on.
.Press and hold to turn it off.
.When on, press to mute thesystem. Press again tounmute.
.Turn to increase ordecrease the volume.
Home Page (Base Radio)
Home Page Features
The infotainment system displays aHome Page that makes it easy toaccess all of the applications. Turnthe MENU knob to highlight featureicons. Press the MENU knob toaccess 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, SiriusXM®(if equipped),USB/iPod, AUX Input, and BluetoothAudio (if equipped). SeeAM-FMRadio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0191orAM-FMRadio (Base Radio)0189,SatelliteRadio (Base Radio)0193orSatellite Radio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0193,,Auxiliary Jack0207,andBluetooth Audio0208.
PHONE :Select the PHONE screenicon to display the Phone mainpage. SeeBluetooth (VoiceRecognition - Base Radio)0221orBluetooth (Infotainment Controls -Base Radio)0217orBluetooth(Overview)0216orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - Base Radiowith Touchscreen)0226.
NAV (Navigation, If Equipped) :Select the NAV screen icon todisplay the OnStar Turn-by-TurnNavigation. SeeOnStar Overview0486,ifequipped.
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Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Trailer Towing
General TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315Driving Characteristics andTo w i n g T i p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 5Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318To w i n g E q u i p m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3 5Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 344
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345Adding a Snow Plow or SimilarEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345Pickup Conversion toChassis Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Driving Information
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many formsand can take your focus from thetask of driving. Exercise goodjudgment and do not let otheractivities divert your attention awayfrom the road. Many localgovernments have enacted lawsregarding driver distraction. Becomefamiliar with the local laws inyour area.
To a v o i d d i s t r a c t e d d r i v i n g , k e e pyour eyes on the road, keep yourhands on the steering wheel, andfocus your attention on driving.
.Do not use a phone indemanding driving situations.Use a hands-free method toplace or receive necessaryphone calls.
.Watch the road. Do not read,take notes, or look upinformation on phones or otherelectronic devices.
.Designate a front seatpassenger to handle potentialdistractions.
.Become familiar with vehiclefeatures before driving, such asprogramming favorite radiostations and adjusting climatecontrol and seat settings.Program all trip information intoany navigation device prior todriving.
.Wait until the vehicle is parkedto retrieve items that have fallento the floor.
.Stop or park the vehicle to tendto children.
.Keep pets in an appropriatecarrier or restraint.
.Avoid stressful conversationswhile driving, whether with apassenger or on a cell phone.
{Warning
Ta k i n g y o u r e y e s o f f t h e r o a d t o o
long or too often could cause a
crash resulting in injury or death.
Focus your attention on driving.
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OnStar
OnStar Overview
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 486
OnStar Services
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 487Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 487Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 488Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 488Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 490
OnStar Additional Information
OnStar AdditionalInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491
OnStar Overview
=Voice Command Button
QBlue OnStar Button
>Red Emergency Button
This vehicle may be equipped with acomprehensive, in-vehicle systemthat can connect to an OnStarAdvisor for Emergency, Security,Navigation, Connections, andDiagnostics Services. OnStarservices may require a paidsubscription and data plan. OnStarrequires the vehicle battery andelectrical system, cellular service,and GPS satellite signals to beavailable and operating. OnStar actsas a link to existing emergencyservice providers. OnStar maycollect information about you andyour vehicle, including locationinformation. See OnStar User
Te r m s , P r i v a c y S t a t e m e n t , a n dSoftware Terms for more detailsincluding system limitations atwww.onstar.com (U.S.) orwww.onstar.ca (Canada).
The OnStar system status light isnext to the OnStar buttons. If thestatus light is:
.Solid Green: System is ready.
.Flashing Green: On a call.
.Red: Indicates a problem.
.Off: System is active. PressQ
twice to speak with an OnStarAdvisor.
PressQor call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to speak to anAdvisor.
Press=to:
.Make a call, end a call,or answer an incoming call.
.Give OnStar Hands-Free Callingvoice commands.
.Give OnStar Turn-by-TurnNavigation voice commands.
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AtemporarylossofGPScancauseloss of the ability to send aTurn-by-Turn Navigation route. TheAdvisor may give a verbal route ormay ask for a call back after thevehicle is driven into an open area.
Cellular and GPS Antennas
Cellular reception is required forOnStar to send remote signals tothe vehicle. Do not place items overor near the antenna to preventblocking cellular and GPS signalreception.
Unable to Connect to OnStar
Message
If there is limited cellular coverageor the cellular network has reachedmaximum capacity, this message
may come on. PressQto try the
call again or try again after driving afew miles into another cellular area.
Vehicle and Power Issues
OnStar services require a vehicleelectrical system, wireless service,and GPS satellite technologies to beavailable and operating for features
to function properly. These systemsmay not operate if the battery isdischarged or disconnected.
Add-on Electrical Equipment
The OnStar system is integratedinto the electrical architecture of thevehicle. Do not add any electricalequipment. SeeAdd-On ElectricalEquipment0345.Addedelectricalequipment may interfere with theoperation of the OnStar system andcause it to not operate.
Vehicle Software Updates
OnStar or GM may remotely deliversoftware updates or changes to thevehicle without further notice orconsent. These updates or changesmay enhance or maintain safety,security, or the operation of thevehicle or the vehicle systems.Software updates or changes mayaffect or erase data or settings thatare stored in the vehicle, such asOnStar Hands-Free Calling nametags, saved navigation destinations,or pre-set radio stations. NeitherOnStar nor GM is responsible forany affected or erased data or
settings. These updates or changesmay also collect personalinformation. Such collection isdescribed in the OnStar privacystatement or separately disclosed atthe time of installation. Theseupdates or changes may also causeasystemtoautomaticallycommunicate with GM servers tocollect information about vehiclesystem status, identify whetherupdates or changes are available,or deliver updates or changes. Anactive OnStar agreement constitutesconsent to these software updatesor changes and agreement thateither OnStar or GM may remotelydeliver them to the vehicle.
Privacy
The complete OnStar PrivacyStatement may be found atwww.onstar.com (U.S.),or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Werecommend that you review it. If youhave any questions, call1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
or pressQto speak with an
Advisor. Users of wirelesscommunications are cautioned that