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In Brief 5
In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 12
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 15
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 20
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 21
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Universal Remote System . . . . . 24
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 25
Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fuel (2.0L L4 Turbo Engine and 6.2L V8 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fuel (6.2L V8 Supercharged Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 26
Car Wash Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . 27
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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In Brief 23
oorp:Pressoto open
application menus on the left.
Press
pto open interaction menus
on the right.
SEL : Press to select a menu item.
Press and hold to reset values on
certain screens.
See Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 131.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside mirror and will flash if the
turn signal is on. The Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 245 andLane Change Alert (LCA)
0 245.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC shows a view of
the area behind the vehicle on the
infotainment display when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
aid with parking and low-speed
backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0242.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses
a triangle with an arrow on the
infotainment display to warn of
traffic behind your vehicle that may
cross your vehicle's path while in
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
sound.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0242.
Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and
avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
show a warning triangle on the
infotainment display and/or a
graphic on the instrument cluster to
provide the object distance. In
addition, multiple beeps may occur
if very close to an object.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0242.
Power Outlets
The vehicle has an accessory
power outlet on the center floor
console in front of the cupholders.
It can be used to plug in electrical
equipment, such as a cell phone or
an MP3 player.
The accessory power outlet does
not work when the ignition is turned
off and the driver door is opened.
This helps to preserve the battery
life of the vehicle.
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.Collision/Detection Systems
. Comfort and Convenience
. Lighting
. Power Door Locks
. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Climate and Air Quality
Select and the following may
display:
.Auto Fan Speed
. Auto Rear Defog
Auto Fan Speed
This feature will set the maximum
auto fan speed.
Select Low, Medium, or High.
Auto Rear Defog
This allows the rear window
defogger to turn on automatically
when the interior temperature is cold
and the outside temperature is
about 7 °C (44 °F) and below. See
“Rear Window Defogger” in
Automatic Climate Control System
0 188 orDual Automatic Climate
Control System 0191. Select Off or On.
Collision/Detection Systems
Select and the following may
display:
.
Park Assist
. Rear Cross Traffic Alert
. Lane Change Alert
Park Assist
If equipped, this feature can assist
in backing up and parking the
vehicle. See Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0242.
Select Off or On.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
This allows the Rear Cross Traffic
Alert feature to be turned on or off.
Select Off or On. See “Rear Cross
Traffic Alert (RCTA)” inAssistance
Systems for Parking or Backing
0 242.
Lane Change Alert
This allows the Lane Change Alert
feature to be turned on or off. See
Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0245. Select Off or On.
Comfort and Convenience
Select and the following may
display:
.
Auto Memory Recall
. Easy Exit Options
. Chime Volume
. Reverse Tilt Mirror
Auto Memory Recall
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver ’s previously stored
1 or 2 button positions when
entering the vehicle. See Memory
Seats 061.
Select Off or On.
Easy Exit Options
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver ’s previously stored
exit button position when exiting the
vehicle. See Memory Seats 061.
Select Off or On.
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Driving and
Operating
Driving Information
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Track Events and CompetitiveDriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 205
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 205
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 207
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 212
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Active Fuel Management . . . . . 219
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Running the Vehicle While
Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 221
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Manual Transmission
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 226
Active Rev Match . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Brakes
Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 229
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 231
Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . 234
Competitive Driving Mode . . . . 237 Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . 239
Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 242
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 242
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 245
Fuel
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
California Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 248
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Trailer Towing
General TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
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.Shift to a lower gear when going
down steep or long hills.
{Warning
Using the brakes to slow the
vehicle on a long downhill slope
can cause brake overheating, can
reduce brake performance, and
could result in a loss of braking.
Shift the transmission to a lower
gear to let the engine assist the
brakes on a steep downhill slope.
{Warning
Coasting downhill in N (Neutral)
or with the ignition off is
dangerous. This can cause
overheating of the brakes and
loss of steering assist. Always
have the engine running and the
vehicle in gear. .
Drive at speeds that keep the
vehicle in its own lane. Do not
swing wide or cross the
center line.
. Be alert on top of hills;
something could be in your lane
(e.g., stalled car, accident).
. Pay attention to special road
signs (e.g., falling rocks area,
winding roads, long grades,
passing or no-passing zones)
and take appropriate action.
Winter Driving
Driving on Snow or Ice
Snow or ice between the tires and
the road creates less traction or
grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when
freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
until roads can be treated.
For Slippery Road Driving:
.Accelerate gently. Accelerating
too quickly causes the wheels to
spin and makes the surface
under the tires slick. .
Turn on Traction Control. See
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0232.
. The Antilock Brake System
(ABS) improves vehicle stability
during hard stops, but the
brakes should be applied sooner
than when on dry pavement.
See Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 0229.
. Allow greater following distance
and watch for slippery spots. Icy
patches can occur on otherwise
clear roads in shaded areas.
The surface of a curve or an
overpass can remain icy when
the surrounding roads are clear.
Avoid sudden steering
maneuvers and braking while
on ice.
. Turn off cruise control.
Blizzard Conditions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
signal for help. Stay with the vehicle
unless there is help nearby.
If possible, use Roadside
Assistance. See Roadside
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Turning the Features On or Off
RPA and RCTA can be turned on or
off. See“Collision/Detection
Systems” underVehicle
Personalization 0138.
To turn the rear parking assist
symbols or guidance lines on or off,
see “Rear Camera” underVehicle
Personalization 0138.
Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA)
If equipped, the SBZA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding crashes that
occur with moving vehicles in the
side blind zone (or spot) areas.
When the vehicle is in a forward
gear, the left or right side mirror
display will light up if a moving
vehicle is detected in that blind
zone. If the turn signal is activated
and a vehicle is also detected on
the same side, the display will flash
as an extra warning not to change
lanes. Since this system is part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA)
system, read the entire LCA section
before using this feature.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside side mirror and will flash if
the turn signal is on.
{Warning
LCA does not alert the driver to
vehicles outside of the system
detection zones, pedestrians,
bicyclists, or animals. It may not
provide alerts when changing
lanes under all driving conditions.
Failure to use proper care when
changing lanes may result in
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Before making a lane change,
always check mirrors, glance over
your shoulder, and use the turn
signals.
LCA Detection Zones
1. SBZA Detection Zone
2. LCA Detection Zone
The LCA sensor covers a zone of
approximately one lane over from
both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
(11 ft). The height of the zone is
approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
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Index 389
RoadsDriving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 354
Run-Flat Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
S
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 366
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 361
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
How to Wear Seat BeltsProperly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Seat Belts (cont'd)
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 71
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 70
Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Seats
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Heated and Ventilated Front . . . . 64
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 60
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 97, 99
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 254
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 349
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 350
Publications Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 361 Service Electric Parking
Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 245
Sidemarker Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Special Application Services . . . . 342
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
StabiliTrak
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198