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ELECTRONIC PRECISION SHIFT
DRIVER MODE CONTROL
The automatic transmission shift lever always starts in a center position, represented by a dot on the shift pattern displayed on top of the shift lever. The selected gear position illuminates in red. After shift-ing, the shift lever returns to the center position.
Park — Press the button (A) on top of the lever to shift into Park.
To shift out of Park, with the ignition on and the brake pedal applied, press and hold the shift lock button (B) on the left side of the lever and select the desired gear.
Reverse — Press and hold the shift lock button on the left side of the lever and move the lever forward and then left to shift into Reverse.
Neutral — Move and hold the lever forward for 2 seconds to shift into Neutral.
Note: The transmission will not stay in Neutral for an extended period. It will automatically shift into Park.
Drive — Move the lever rearward to shift into Drive.
Tap Shift Mode — With the transmission in Drive, pull back on the lever to activate Manual Mode. Press the left steering wheel paddle to downshift and the right paddle to upshift. Pull back on the lever again to return to Drive.
To temporarily take control of gear selection while in Drive (D), press either paddle behind the steering wheel. Automatic shifting returns after no manual shifts have occurred for 7 to 10 seconds.
The current gear will be displayed on the instrument cluster. If current speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shift will not occur.
Automated Car Wash Mode
To exit the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the engine running:
1. While pressing the brake pedal, open the driver's door and then shift to Neutral.
2. The indicator should show N. If it does not, select Neutral again.
3. Upon returning to the vehicle, shift into Park.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
The Driver Mode Control automatically adjusts the steering, suspension, and powertrain
tuning based on the selected mode.
Press the AWD buttonF to send power to all four wheels. The button indicator will stay on when AWD is active.
Press the Sport button (Avenir model) for enhanced steering and suspension performance.
Press the Tow/Haul button when towing or hauling a heavy load.
Note: On Avenir models equipped with Sport mode and Tow/Haul mode, pressing the Tow/Haul button also activates Sport mode.See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.F Optional equipment
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POWER LIFTGATE
Open/Close the Power Liftgate
Press the Power Liftgate button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice.
Press the Power Liftgate knob (A) on the driver’s door.
Press the touchpad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate.
Press the button next to the latch to close the liftgate.
Programming the Liftgate Height
Turn the Power Liftgate knob to the 3/4 mode position.
Open the liftgate.
Adjust the liftgate manually to the desired height.
To save the setting, press and hold the button next to the latch until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds.
Hands-Free OperationF
To open or close the liftgate hands-free, kick your foot straight under the driver’s side of the rear bumper, left of center.
The kick should take about 1 second and come within 5 inches of the bottom of the bumper. The RKE transmitter must be within 3 feet of the liftgate.
Projected LogoF
The vehicle logo is projected on the ground near the rear bumper, indicating the kicking motion location for hands-free operation, when an RKE transmitter is detected within 6 feet of the liftgate. The logo is shown for 1 minute, depending on operating conditions.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.
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UNIVERSAL REMOTE SYSTEM
The Universal Remote System on the overhead console enables your vehicle to control 3
different devices, ranging from garage doors and gates to home lighting. Go to www.homelink.com for detailed videos and instructions on how to program the Universal Remote System. For additional assistance, call 1-800-355-3515.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
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DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER
AUDIO STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
The Driver Information Center (DIC) on the
instrument cluster displays a variety of vehicle messages and system information.
DIC Controls
Use the controls on the right side of the steering wheel to select the Info (includes trip and fuel information), Audio, Phone, Navigation, and Options menus.
Press the or button to move between the display zones. Press the button to go back to the previous screen.
Press the or button to scroll through the menus.
Press the button to open a menu, or to select or reset an item.
Changing Display Themes (Avenir model)
The DIC features 2 reconfigurable display themes: Sport and Touring.
1. Use the controls to display the Options menu. Press .
2. Select Display Themes.
3. Select the desired theme.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
Push to Talk
Press to answer an incoming call or to use natural voice recognition with the Bluetooth or OnStar® system.
Press and hold to activate Voice Pass-Thru (Siri Eyes Free or Voice Command) on a paired,
compatible cell phone.
End Call/Mute
Press to end or decline a call.
Press to mute/unmute the speakers.
+ – Volume
Press the switch up or down to adjust the volume.
Next/Previous Favorite Station
Press the top or bottom button to go to the next or previous favorite radio station or track.
See your Infotainment System Manual.
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BLUETOOTH® SYSTEM
Refer to your Owner's Manual for important information about using the Bluetooth system while driving.
Before using a Bluetooth-enabled device in the vehicle, it must be paired with the in- vehicle Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. Not all
devices will support all functions. Visit my.buick.com/learn for more information.
Pair a Phone
1. To use voice recognition, press the Push to Talk button on the steering wheel; after the beep, say “Pair Phone.” To use the infotainment screen, select the Phone icon > Phones > Pair Device.
2. Start the pairing process on the phone. From your phone’s Bluetooth settings, select the name shown on the infotainment screen.
3. Confirm the codes that appear on the infotainment screen and the phone.
4. When pairing is complete, the phone screen is displayed. Your phone book may be downloaded depending on the phone.
See your Infotainment System Manual.
ONSTAR® WITH 4G LTE AND WI-FI®
WIRELESS CHARGING (AVENIR MODEL)
With OnStar 4G LTE and Wi-Fi, up to 7 devices (smartphones, tablets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.
To retrieve the SSID and password for the hotspot, go to Settings > Wi-Fi; or press the OnStar Voice Command button on the overhead console, wait for the prompt, and then say “Wi-Fi settings.” The information will be displayed on the infotainment screen.
For assistance, press the blue OnStar button or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
Note: See onstar.com for a detailed instruction guide, vehicle availability and system limitations.
See your Infotainment System Manual.
The Wireless Charging system for mobile devices is located at the front of the center console. Visit my.buick.com/learn to check device compatibili-ty. See your phone retailer for details on required phone accessories.
1. The vehicle must be on, or Retained Accessory Power must be active.
2. Remove all objects from the charging pad.
3. Place the device, face up, on the on the pad.
4. The charging symbol will appear on the infotainment screen when charging. If not
charging, remove the device for 3 seconds and rotate it 180 degrees.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
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DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
Safety Alert SeatF — The driver’s seat pulses — left side, right side, or simultaneously — to alert the driver of potential hazards.
Audible alerts or seat pulsing alerts may be selected. To change the alert setting, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Alert Type.
Traction Control and StabiliTrak Systems — The full-time traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak electronic stability control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started. Traction control should be turned off if the vehicle is stuck and rocking the vehicle is required.
To turn traction control on or off, press the Traction Control/StabiliTrak Off button on the center of the instrument panel.
Forward Collision AlertF — The Vehicle Ahead indicator is green on the instrument
cluster when a vehicle is detected and is amber when following a vehicle ahead too close-ly. When approaching a detected vehicle directly ahead too rapidly, a red alert flashes on the windshield and the Safety Alert Seat pulses or beeps sound (if selected).
Press the Collision Alert button on the steering wheel to set the alert timing to Far, Medium or Near. The setting is displayed on the Driver Information Center.
Follow Distance IndicatorF — The follow dis-tance is indicated in seconds under the Info menu on the Driver Information Center. If no vehicle is detected ahead, dashes are displayed.
Forward Automatic BrakingF (Avenir model) — The brakes may be applied automatically in potential collision situations to help reduce dam-age or help avoid collisions with vehicles directly ahead.
To set Forward Automatic Braking and Forward Collision Alert to Alert and Brake, Alert, or Off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Forward Collision System.
Front Pedestrian BrakingF — During daytime driving, the system detects pedestrians directly ahead up to a distance of approximately 131 feet and displays an amber indicator. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, a red alert flashes on the windshield and the Safety Alert Seat pulses or beeps sound (if selected). The system may prepare the brakes or automatically brake the vehicle.
To set the system to Alert and Brake, Alert, or Off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Front Pedestrian Detection.
Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone AlertF — While driving, the system displays a warning symbol on the left or right side mirror when a vehicle is detected in that side blind zone area or rapidly approaching that area. The warning symbol flashes if a turn
signal is activated when a vehicle has been detected on the same side.
To turn the system on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Lane Change Alert.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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