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.Average Vehicle Speed
.Navigation
Digital Speedometer
The speedometer, available onsome vehicles, shows how fast thevehicle is moving in eitherkilometers per hour (km/h) or milesper hour (mph). The speedometercannot be reset.
Tr i p
This display shows the currentdistance traveled in eitherkilometers (km) or miles (mi), sincethe last reset for the trip odometer.The trip odometer can be reset tozero by pressing SET/CLR while thetrip odometer display is showing.
Fuel Range
This display shows the approximatedistance the vehicle can be drivenwithout refueling. The fuel rangeestimate is based on an average ofthe vehicle's fuel economy overrecent driving history and theamount of fuel remaining in the fueltank. Fuel range cannot be reset.
Average Fuel Economy
This display shows the approximateaverage liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg).This number is calculated based onthe number of L/100 km (mpg)recorded since the last time thismenu item was reset. This numberreflects only the approximateaverage fuel economy that thevehicle has right now, and willchange as driving conditionschange. The fuel economy can bereset by pressing SET/CLR whilethe Average Fuel Economy displayis showing. On some models, thisdisplay is shown on the same pagewith the instantaneous fuelconsumption display.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
The instantaneous fuel consumptiondisplay shows the current fueleconomy in liters per 100kilometers (L/100 km) or miles pergallon (mpg). This number reflectsonly the approximate fuel economythat the vehicle has right now andchanges frequently as drivingconditions change. Unlike average
fuel economy, this display cannot bereset. On some models, this displayis shown on the same page with theaverage fuel economy display.
Average Vehicle Speed
This display shows the averagespeed of the vehicle in kilometersper hour (km/h) or miles perhour (mph). This average iscalculated based on the variousvehicle speeds recorded since thelast reset of this value. The averagespeed can be reset by pressingSET/CLR while the Average VehicleSpeed display is showing.
Navigation
This display shows the Navigationinformation when guidance isselected.
Vehicle Information Menu Items
Press MENU on the turn signallever until Vehicle Information menu
is displayed. Use\to scroll
through the following possible menuitems:
.Battery Voltage
.Speed Warning
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With HUD, some informationconcerning the operation of thevehicle is projected onto thewindshield. The image is projectedthrough the HUD lens on top of theinstrument panel. The informationappears as an image focused outtoward the front of the vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image
as a parking aid, you may
misjudge the distance and
damage your vehicle. Do not use
the HUD image as a parking aid.
The HUD may display some of thefollowing alerts or information forvehicles equipped with thesefeatures:
.Speedometer
.Ta c h o m e t e r
.High Beam Indicator Symbol
.Forward Collision Alert Warnings
.Audio Functions
.Navigation
.Transmission Position
.Shift Up Meter
.Cruise Control Active
The HUD control is to the left of thesteering wheel.
To a d j u s t t h e H U D i m a g e :
1. Adjust the driver seat.
2. Start the engine.
Use the following settings to adjustthe HUD.
$(Image Adjustment) :Pressdown or up to center the HUDimage. The HUD image can only beadjusted up and down, not sideto side.
PA G E ( D i s p l a y V i e w ) :Press toselect the display view. Turnclockwise or counterclockwise tobrighten or dim the display. Turncompletely counterclockwise to turnthe display off.
The HUD image will automaticallydim and brighten to compensate foroutside lighting. The HUDbrightness control can also beadjusted as needed.
The HUD image can temporarilylight up depending on the angle andposition of the sunlight on the HUDdisplay. This is normal.
Polarized sunglasses could makethe HUD image harder to see.
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4. Press the TUNE/MENU knob toselect the desiredsetting menu.
The following list of menu items maybe available:
.Languages
.Time and Date
.Radio Settings
.Phone Settings
.Navigation Settings
.Display Settings
.Vehicle Settings
Each menu is detailed in thefollowing information. Alternatively,the touch screen may be used toselect.
Languages
Select Languages, then select fromthe available language(s).
Time and Date
To a d j u s t t h e t i m e a n d d a t e s e t t i n g s ,seeClock093.
Radio Settings
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Auto Volume
.Gracenote Options
.XM Channel Art
.Max Startup Volume
.Number of Favorite Pages
.XM Categories
.Software Versions Menu
Auto Volume
When selected, this feature willautomatically adjust the volume tominimize the effects of unwantedbackground noise that can resultfrom changing road surfaces, drivingspeeds, or open windows. Thisfeature works best at lower volumesettings where background noise istypically louder than the soundsystem volume.
Select Off, Low, Medium, or High.
Gracenote Options
Select to improve voice recognitionand media groupings.
Select to enable or disable.SeeUSB0158andBluetoothAudio0163.
XM Channel Art
When on, the radio willautomatically update the XM screenand background graphics.
Select On or Off.
Max Startup Volume
Select the maximum volume level atstartup even if a higher volume hadbeen set when the radio wasturned off.
Number of Favorite Pages
Select to set the number of FAVpages to be displayed.
XM Categories
Select or deselect any category tobe used in XM mode.
Software Version Menu
Select to display information aboutthe system and software.
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Phone Settings
See“Phone”inConfigure Menu0181.
Navigation Settings
SeeConfigure Menu0181.
Display Settings
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Home Page Menu
.Rear Camera Options
.Display Off
.Map Settings
Home Page Menu
Select to customize the first page ofthe Home Page.
Rear Camera Options
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Camera
.Symbols
.Guide Lines
Select to turn an option on and off.
SeeAssistance Systems for Parkingor Backing0254.
Display Off
Select to turn off the display. Thedisplay will return when any buttonis pressed or the screen is touched.
Map Settings
Select to enter the submenu tochange Automatic Zoom, enableSpeed Limit to display on the map,and change Map Display settings.
.Map Display:Select to changethe screen background.
To c h a n g e t h e o v e r a l l b r i g h t n e s ssetting for the display, use thevehicle interior lightinginstrument panel illuminationcontrol.
⇣The Automatic setting adjuststhe screen backgroundautomatically depending onthe exterior lighting conditions.
⇣The Day setting brightens themap background.
⇣The Night setting darkens themap background.
.Speed Limits:Select to displaythe posted speed limit on themap, when available.
Vehicle Settings
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Climate and Air Quality
.Comfort and Convenience
.Collision/Detection Systems
.Lighting
.Power Door Locks
.Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
.Return to Factory Settings?
Climate and Air Quality
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Auto Fan Speed
.Remote Start Auto Cool Seat
.Remote Start Auto Heat Seat
Auto Fan Speed
This feature sets the climate controlfan speed to maintain the interiortemperature.
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Infotainment
System
Introduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 134Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . 141Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . 147Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 148Quick Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Pandora Internet Radio . . . . . . . 149Stitcher Internet Radio . . . . . . . . 153Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Audio Players
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
OnStar System
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Navigation
Using the NavigationSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . 169Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171OnStar®DestinationDownload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180Configure Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181Global PositioningSystem (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . 187Problems with RouteGuidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187If the System NeedsService . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . 188Database CoverageExplanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Bluetooth Phone/Devices
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195Te x t M e s s a g i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0 2
Trademarks and License
Agreements
Trademarks and LicenseAgreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Introduction
Infotainment
Read the following pages tobecome familiar with these 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.
The infotainment system has built-infeatures intended to help avoiddistraction by disabling somefunctions when driving. Thesefunctions may gray out when theyare unavailable. Many infotainment
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features are also available throughthe instrument cluster and steeringwheel controls.
Before driving:
.Become familiar with theoperation, center stack controls,and infotainment display options.
.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 singlecontrol or by using a single voicecommand if equipped withBluetooth phone capability.
SeeDefensive Driving0217.
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)0232.
Overview
The infotainment system is controlled by using the center stack controls,infotainment display, steering wheel controls, and voice recognition.
SeeUsing the System0134.
1. SRCE (Source)
2. HOME
3. VOL/O(Volume/Power)
4.5/>(Phone/Mute)
5. FAV (Favorites)
6.tSEEK
7. SEEKu
8. NAV (Navigation)
9. BACK}
10. TUNE/MENU
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qPrevious :Press to go to theprevious page.
Nextr:Press to go to the
next page.
Home Page Customization
The first Home Page can becustomized.
To a d d H o m e P a g e i c o n s :
1. Touch Menu.
2. Touch Customize.
3. Touch an icon to add orremove from the first Home
Page. Afindicates it will be
displayed. The maximumnumber of icons on the firstHome Page is eight.
4. Touch Done.
To m o v e H o m e P a g e i c o n s :
1. Touch Sort.
2. Touch an icon to switch withanother icon.
3. Touch Done.
To r e s t o r e t h e f i r s t H o m e P a g edefaults:
1. Touch Menu.
2. Touch Restore Home PageDefaults.
3. Touch Yes or Cancel.
Home Page Features
The touch icons are highlightedwhen a feature is available.
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.
To u c h t h e N o w P l a y i n g i c o n t odisplay the active source page. Thesources available are AM, FM,SiriusXM®(if equipped), USB/iPod,Pandora (if equipped), Stitcher, andBluetooth Audio.
SeeAM-FM Radio0139,SatelliteRadio0142,Pandora InternetRadio0149,andStitcher InternetRadio0153.
To u c h t h e N a v i g a t i o n i c o n t o d i s p l a yamapofthecurrentvehicleposition. SeeUsing the NavigationSystem0165,Maps0168,Navigation Symbols0169,andConfigure Menu0181.
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To u c h t h e D e s t i n a t i o n i c o n t odisplay the Destination Entry homepage or the Destination Menu. Theinfotainment display options provideaccess to a variety of ways to enteradestination.SeeDestination0171.
To u c h t h e P h o n e i c o n t o d i s p l a y t h ePhone main page. SeeBluetooth0195.
To u c h t h e C o n f i g i c o n t o d i s p l a y t h eConfig main page. From this display,adjust features such as Time andDate, radio, phone, navigation,vehicle, and display. SeeConfigureMenu0181.
To u c h t h e To n e i c o n t o d i s p l a y t h eTo n e m a i n p a g e . A d j u s t t h e t o n eand speakers by touching the iconsto change the levels of sound fortreble, midrange, bass, fade, andbalance. SeeAM-FM Radio0139.
To u c h t h e P i c t u r e s i c o n t o v i e wpictures on your USB drive or SDcard. Pictures on the SD card canonly be viewed through a USBadapter.
To u c h t h e F M i c o n t o d i s p l a y t h e F Mmain page and play the current orlast tuned FM station. SeeAM-FMRadio0139.