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180 Driving and Operating
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator
Light) :This mode is for driving and
starting. With the ignition off, and
the brake pedal applied, pressing
the button once will place the
ignition system in ON/RUN/START.
Once engine cranking begins,
release the button. Engine cranking
will continue until the engine starts.
See Starting the Engine 0180. The
ignition will then remain in ON/RUN.
Service Mode
This power mode is available for
service and diagnostics, and to
verify the proper operation of the
malfunction indicator lamp as may
be required for emission inspection
purposes. With the vehicle off, and
the brake pedal not applied,
pressing and holding ENGINE
START/STOP for more than
five seconds will place the vehicle in
Service Mode. The instruments and
audio systems will operate as they
do in ON/RUN, but the vehicle will
not be able to be driven. The engine
will not start in Service Mode. Press
ENGINE START/STOP again to turn
the vehicle off.Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the
proper gear.
Caution
If you add electrical parts or
accessories, you could change
the way the engine operates. Any
resulting damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
See Add-On Electrical Equipment
0 214.
Automatic Transmission
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
N (Neutral). To restart the vehicle
when it is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
vehicle is moving. If you do, you
could damage the transmission.
Shift to P (Park) only when the
vehicle is stopped. Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in Neutral
and the parking brake engaged.
Hold the clutch pedal down to the
floor and start the engine.
Starting the Vehicle
The RKE transmitter must be inside
the vehicle for the ignition to work.
Cell phone chargers can interfere
with the operation of the Keyless
Access system. Battery chargers
should not be plugged in when
starting or turning off the engine.
1. For vehicles with an automatic transmission, press the brake
pedal, then press ENGINE
START/STOP on the
instrument panel. For vehicles
with a manual transmission,
press the clutch pedal first,
then press ENGINE
START/STOP.
If there is no RKE transmitter in
the vehicle or if there is
something causing interference
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OnStar 341
.Proactive Alerts: Receive a
real-time e-mail or text message
regarding potential issues with
key vehicle components, such
as the battery, fuel system,
or starter system. Alerts for
potential issues appear on the
infotainment display. Proactive
Alerts are designed to help
predict specific types of issues
based on information collected
from the vehicle. Other factors
may affect vehicle performance.
Not all issues will deliver alerts.
In some cases, a dealer service
check may be required to
confirm the accuracy of the
alerts.
. Dealer Maintenance Notification:
Have the vehicle notify your
preferred dealer when it is time
for maintenance. Your dealer will
then contact you to set up an
appointment.
To begin, press
|to speak to an
Advisor, or see www.onstar.com.
OnStar Additional
Information
OnStar Smart Driver
OnStar Smart Driver provides
information about driving behavior to
help maximize overall vehicle
performance, reduce wear and tear,
and enhance fuel efficiency. An
Insurance Discounts Eligibility
feature is also offered within OnStar
Smart Driver. See www.onstar.com
for details regarding vehicle
eligibility and system limitations.
OnStar, General Motors, and their
affiliates are not insurance
providers. Obtain insurance only
from licensed insurance providers.
In-Vehicle Audio Messages
Audio messages may play important
information at the following times:
. Prior to vehicle purchase. Press
|to set up an account.
. With the OnStar Basic Plan,
every 60 days. .
After change in ownership and
at 90 days.
Transferring Service
Press|to request account transfer
eligibility information. The Advisor
can cancel or change account
information.
Selling/Transferring the
Vehicle
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) immediately to
terminate your OnStar services if
the vehicle is disposed of, sold,
transferred, or if the lease ends.
Reactivation for Subsequent
Owners
Press|and follow the prompts to
speak to an Advisor as soon as
possible. The Advisor will update
vehicle records and explain OnStar
service options.
How OnStar Service Works
Automatic Crash Response,
Emergency Services, Crisis Assist,
Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
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Gauges (cont'd)Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
General Information
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 302
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
H
Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 140
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Headlamps (cont'd)
High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . .117
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 138
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . .117
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . 267
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 171
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 195
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
I
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Instrument Panel
Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 45
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
J
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
K
Keyless EntryRemote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 28
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 261
Lamps Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 138
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Exterior Lamps OffReminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117