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In Brief 19
1–4 Shift Message (Manual
Transmission)
On vehicles with a manual
transmission, when this DIC
message is displayed, the
transmission can only shift from
1 (First) to 4 (Fourth).
For more information about shifting
for the best fuel economy, see
Manual Transmission0186.
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System
See the infotainment manual for
information on the radio, audio
players, phone, navigation system,
and voice or speech recognition.
It also includes information on
settings.
Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be
operated by using the steering
wheel controls. See "Steering
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
manual.
Cruise Control
1:Press to turn cruise control on
or off. A white indicator comes on in
the instrument cluster when cruise
is turned on.
RES/+ : If there is a set speed in
memory, press briefly to resume to
that speed or press and hold to
accelerate. If cruise control is
already active, use to increase
vehicle speed.
SET/– :Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control.
If cruise control is already active,
use to decrease vehicle speed.
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118 Instruments and Controls
recommended in the Maintenance
Schedule. SeeMaintenance
Schedule 0299.
The Oil Life display must be reset
after each oil change. It will not
reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life
display accidentally at any time
other than when the oil has just
been changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil change.
To reset the engine oil life system,
press and hold SEL for several
seconds while the Oil Life display is
active. See Engine Oil Life System
0 227.
Tire Pressure : Displays the
approximate pressures of all four
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds
per square inch (psi). If the pressure
is low, the value for that tire is
shown in amber.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
0 264 andTire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0265.
Best Average Fuel Economy :
Displays the average fuel economy,
the best fuel economy over the
selected distance, and a bar graph showing instantaneous fuel
economy. Press
pto change the
selected distance.
Fuel Used/Timer : Displays the
approximate liters (L) or
gallons (gal) of fuel that have been
used since last reset. The fuel used
can be reset by pressing and
holding SEL while this display is
active.
This display can also be used as a
timer. To start/stop the timer, press
pwhile this display is active and
then SEL to start/stop the timer. The
display will show the amount of time
that has passed since the timer was
last reset. To reset the timer to zero,
press and hold SEL or use
pto
access the menu while this display
is active.
ECO Index : Aids the driver in
determining how efficiently they are
driving.
This display may also show the
number of cylinders the vehicle is
running on. See Active Fuel
Management 0180. Speed Limit :
Displays sign
information, which comes from a
roadway database in the onboard
navigation.
Engine Hours/Lifetime Revs :
Displays the total number of hours
the engine has run. It also shows
total engine revolutions divided by
10,000.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright,
or too high in your field of view, it
may take you more time to see
things you need to see when it is
dark outside. Be sure to keep the
HUD image dim and placed low in
your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some
information concerning the
operation of the vehicle is projected
onto the windshield.
The HUD information appears as an
image focused out toward the front
of the vehicle.
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Infotainment System 141
Infotainment
System
Introduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Performance Data
Recorder (PDR)
Performance DataRecorder (PDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Introduction
Infotainment
See the infotainment manual for
information on the radio, audio
players, phone, navigation system,
and voice or speech recognition.
It also includes information on
settings.
Performance Data
Recorder (PDR)
If equipped, the PDR icon displays
on the Home Page.
Important Information
Use of the PDR may be prohibited
or legally restricted in certain
countries and situations. Ensure
compliance with applicable laws and
regulations, including, but not
limited to: privacy laws, laws related
to camera surveillance and
recordings, road traffic and security
laws, and laws on the protection of
publicity and personality rights.
. Do not use the PDR if it causes
distraction.
. Do not rely on camera footage to
steer the vehicle.
. Comply with any notice and
consent requirements before
capturing and/or recording the
voices or images of other
persons or before collecting
other personal data.
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Driving Information
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms
and can take your focus from the
task of driving. Exercise good
judgment and do not let other
activities divert your attention away
from the road. Many local
governments have enacted laws
regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in
your area.
To avoid distracted driving, keep
your eyes on the road, keep your
hands on the steering wheel, and
focus your attention on driving.
.Do not use a phone in
demanding driving situations.
Use a hands-free method to
place or receive necessary
phone calls.
. Watch the road. Do not read,
take notes, or look up
information on phones or other
electronic devices. .
Designate a front seat
passenger to handle potential
distractions.
. Become familiar with vehicle
features before driving, such as
programming favorite radio
stations and adjusting climate
control and seat settings.
Program all trip information into
any navigation device prior to
driving.
. Wait until the vehicle is parked
to retrieve items that have fallen
to the floor.
. Stop or park the vehicle to tend
to children.
. Keep pets in an appropriate
carrier or restraint.
. Avoid stressful conversations
while driving, whether with a
passenger or on a cell phone.
{Warning
Taking your eyes off the road too
long or too often could cause a
crash resulting in injury or death.
Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the infotainment manual for
more information on using that
system and the navigation system,
if equipped, including pairing and
using a cell phone.
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means
“always
expect the unexpected.” The first
step in driving defensively is to wear
the seat belt. See Seat Belts064.
. Assume that other road users
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and
other drivers) are going to be
careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do
and be ready.
. Allow enough following distance
between you and the driver in
front of you.
. Focus on the task of driving.
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Driver Mode Selector Attributes
Affected
Instrument Cluster Display
Configures the gauge cluster
display for each mode when linked
(default):
.Tour: Modern theme which
features displays for audio and
navigation.
. Sport: Classic easy to read
Sports Car gauges.
. Track: Gauges design based on
Corvette Racing display with lap
timer.
Throttle Progression
Adjusts throttle sensitivity by
selecting how quickly or slowly the
throttle reacts to input.
Transmission Shift Mode −Paddle
Shift Automatic
. Adjusts to either a smoother or
firmer shift.
. Sport –Performance Algorithm
Liftfoot (PAL) recognizes
aggressive throttle maneuvers
and holds lower gears for greater engine braking and
enhanced vehicle control when
not using paddles. (Available in
Sport or Track Mode.)
. Track –Performance Algorithm
Shift (PAS) recognizes
aggressive cornering, heavy
braking, and high acceleration to
select and hold lower gears
when not using paddles.
Active Fuel Management (engine
cylinder shuts off)
4-Cylinder Mode
. Normal with automatic
transmission: The engine uses
8-cylinder mode when
accelerating, but changes to
4-cylinder mode when coasting.
. With manual transmission:
Active Fuel Management only
active in Eco Mode.
. Off in Manual Mode with
automatic transmission unless in
Eco Mode.
. Eco keeps the engine in
4-cylinder mode unless heavy
acceleration is needed. Exhaust (variable mode exhaust
system)
Changes when the variable exhaust
valves open.
Steering (Assist Effort)
Adjusts from a lighter steering feel
to reduced assist for more
steering feel.
Magnetic Ride Control (if
equipped)
Adjusts the shock dampening
firmness based on driving
conditions to improve comfort and
performance.
Launch Control
Available only in Track Mode for
maximum
“off-the-line” acceleration
when in Competitive or PTM modes.
Stability Control
. Competitive Driving Mode allows
less computer control to permit
some slide and drift and is
selected with
g–only available
in Sport or Track Mode.
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Customer Information 329
GM will not access these data or
share it with others except: with the
consent of the vehicle owner or,
if the vehicle is leased, with the
consent of the lessee; in response
to an official request by police or
similar government office; as part of
GM's defense of litigation through
the discovery process; or, as
required by law. Data that GM
collects or receives may also be
used for GM research needs or may
be made available to others for
research purposes, where a need is
shown and the data is not tied to a
specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
OnStar
If the vehicle is equipped with
OnStar and has an active
subscription, additional data may be
collected through the OnStar
system. This includes information
about the vehicle’s operation;
collisions involving the vehicle; the
use of the vehicle and its features;
and, in certain situations, the
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to theOnStar Terms and Conditions and
Privacy Statement on the OnStar
website.
See
OnStar Additional Information
0 336.
Infotainment System
If the vehicle is equipped with a
navigation system as part of the
infotainment system, use of the
system may result in the storage of
destinations, addresses, telephone
numbers, and other trip information.
See the infotainment manual for
information on stored data and for
deletion instructions.
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OnStar
OnStar Overview
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
OnStar Services
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
OnStar Additional Information
OnStar AdditionalInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
OnStar Overview
Manual Rearview Mirror
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
QVoice Command Button
|Blue OnStar Button
URed Emergency Button
This vehicle may be equipped with a
comprehensive, in-vehicle system
that can connect to an OnStar
Advisor for Emergency, Security,
Navigation, Connections, and
Diagnostics Services. OnStar
services may require a paid
subscription and data plan. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and
electrical system, cellular service,
and GPS satellite signals to be
available and operating. OnStar acts
as a link to existing emergency
service providers. OnStar may
collect information about you and
your vehicle, including location
information. See OnStar
’s User
Terms, Privacy Statement, and
Software Terms for more details
including system limitations at
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Manual and Automatic
Dimming Rearview Mirrors
. Press the mirror controls.
If OnStar does not respond,
adjust finger position or remove
any gloves.
. Avoid touching the controls while
adjusting the mirror. To cancel a
command press
Q.
. Clean the mirror while the
vehicle is off to avoid making
calls.
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Status Indicator
The OnStar system status light is
next to the OnStar controls on the
manual rearview mirror.
If the status light is:
.Solid Green: System is ready.
. Flashing Green: On a call.
. Red: Indicates a problem.
. Off: System is active. Press
|
twice to speak with an OnStar
Advisor.
For the automatic dimming rearview
mirror, the status is provided
through the Display on Demand
Icons.
. Three Color Icons: The system
is enabled and active.
. No Icons: The vehicle is in
motion or the OnStar
subscription is inactive.
. Blinking: Button has been
pressed.
. Solid: On a call.
.
~: Indicates a problem. OnStar Commands
Press
|or call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to speak to an
Advisor.
Press
Qto:
. Make a call, end a call,
or answer an incoming call.
. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling
voice commands.
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Navigation voice commands.
. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi
®
network name or SSID, and
password, if equipped.
Press
|to connect to an
Advisor to:
. Verify account information or
update contact information.
. Get driving directions.
. Receive a Diagnostic check of
the vehicle's key operating
systems.
. Receive Roadside Assistance.
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
if equipped. Press
Uto get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available 24/
7 to:
. Get help for an emergency.
. Be a Good Samaritan or
respond to an AMBER Alert.
. Get assistance in severe
weather or other crisis situations
and find evacuation routes.