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OnStar 481
Security If equipped, OnStar provides these
services:
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With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to
pinpoint the vehicle and help
authorities quickly recover it.
.
With Remote Ignition Block,
if equipped, OnStar can block
the engine from being restarted.
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With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown,
if equipped, OnStar can work
with law enforcement to
gradually slow the vehicle down.
Theft Alarm Notification If equipped, if the doors are locked
and the vehicle alarm sounds, a
notification by text, e-mail, or phone
call will be sent. If the vehicle is
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
with authorities to recover the
vehicle.
Navigation OnStar navigation requires a
specific OnStar service plan. Press
Q to receive Turn-by-Turn
directions or have them sent to the
vehicle ’ s navigation screen,
if equipped.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation 1. Press
Q to connect to an
Advisor.
2. Request directions to be
downloaded to the vehicle.
3. Follow the voice-guided
commands.
Using Voice Commands
During a Planned Route Functionality of the Voice Command
button may vary by vehicle and
region. For some vehicles, press
=to open the OnStar app on the
infotainment display. For other
vehicles press
= as follows.
Cancel Route
1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready, ” then a tone. 2. Say “ Cancel route. ” System
responds: “ Do you want to
cancel directions? ”
3. Say “ Yes. ” System responds:
“ OK, request completed, thank
you, goodbye. ”
Route Preview
1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready, ” then a tone.
2. Say “ Route preview. ” System
responds with the next three
maneuvers.
Repeat
1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready, ” then a tone.
2. Say “ Repeat. ” System
responds with the last direction
given, then responds with
“ OnStar ready, ” then a tone.
Get My Destination
1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready, ” then a tone.

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482 OnStar 2. Say “ Get my destination. ”
System responds with the
address and distance to the
destination, then responds with
“ OnStar ready, ” then a tone.
Send Destination to Vehicle
Directions can be sent to the
vehicle ’ s navigation screen,
if equipped.
Press
Q , then ask the Advisor to
download directions to the vehicle ’ s
navigation system, if equipped. After
the call ends, the navigation screen
will provide prompts to begin driving
directions. Routes that are sent to
the navigation screen can only be
canceled through the navigation
system.
See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Connections The following OnStar services help
with staying connected.
For coverage maps, see
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
www.onstar.ca (Canada). Ensuring Security
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Change the default passwords
for the Wi-Fi hotspot and
myGMC mobile application.
Make these passwords different
from each other and use a
combination of letters, numbers,
and symbols to increase the
security.
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Change the default name of the
SSID (Service Set Identifier).
This is your network ’ s name that
is visible to other wireless
devices. Choose a unique name
and avoid family names or
vehicle descriptions.
OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped)
The vehicle may have a built-in
Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access
to the Internet and web content at
4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile
devices can be connected. A data
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle
controls only when it is safe to
do so. 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot
information, press
= to open
the OnStar app on the
infotainment display, then
select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some
vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi
Settings on the screen.
2. The Wi-Fi settings will display
the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID),
password, and on some
vehicles, the connection type
(no Internet connection, 3G,
4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality
(poor, good, excellent).
3. To change the SSID or
password, press
Q or call
1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
with an Advisor. On some
vehicles, the SSID and
password can be changed in
the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu.
After initial set-up, your vehicle ’ s
Wi-Fi hotspot will connect
automatically to your mobile
devices. Manage data usage by
turning Wi-Fi on or off on your
mobile device, using the myGMC
mobile app, or by contacting an

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OnStar 483OnStar Advisor. On some vehicles,
Wi-Fi can also be managed from the
Wi-Fi Hotspot menu.
MyGMC Mobile App (If Available)
Download the myGMC mobile app
to compatible Apple and Android
smartphones. GMC users can
access the following services from a
smartphone:
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Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
if factory-equipped.
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Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
with automatic locks.
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Activate the horn and lamps.
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Check the vehicle ’ s fuel level, oil
life, or tire pressure,
if factory-equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitor System.
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Send destinations to the vehicle.
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Locate the vehicle on a map
(U.S. market only).
.
Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
on/off, manage settings, and
monitor data consumption,
if equipped. .
Locate a dealer and schedule
service.
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Request roadside assistance.
.
Set a parking reminder with pin
drop, take a photo, make a note,
and set a timer.
.
Connect with GMC on social
media.
For myGMC mobile app information
and compatibility, see
www.my.gmc.com.
An active OnStar service,
compatible device, factory-installed
remote start, and power locks are
required. Data rates apply. See
onstar.com for details and system
limitations.
Remote Services Contact an OnStar Advisor to
unlock the doors or sound the horn
and flash the lamps. OnStar AtYourService OnStar Advisors can provide offers
from restaurants and retailers on
your route, help locate hotels,
or book a room. These services
vary by market.
OnStar Hands-Free Calling Make and receive calls with the
built-in wireless calling service,
which requires available minutes.
Functionality of the Voice Command
button may vary by vehicle and
region. For some vehicles, press
= to open the OnStar app on the
infotainment display, then select
Hands-Free calling. For other
vehicles press
= as follows.
Make a Call
1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready. ”
2. Say “ Call. ” System responds:
“ Call. Please say the name or
number to call. ”

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484 OnStar 3. Say the entire number without
pausing, including a “ 1 ” and the
area code. System responds:
“ OK, calling. ”
Calling 911 Emergency 1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready. ”
2. Say “ Call. ” System responds:
“ Call. Please say the name or
number to call. ”
3. Say “ 911 ” without pausing.
System responds: “ 911. ”
4. Say “ Call. ” System responds:
“ OK, dialing 911. ”
Retrieve My Number 1. Press
= . System responds:
“ OnStar ready. ”
2. Say “ My number. ” System
responds: “ Your OnStar
Hands-Free Calling number is, ”
then says the number. End a Call Press
= . System responds: “ Call
ended. ”
Verify Minutes and Expiration Press
= and say “ Minutes ” then
“ Verify ” to check how many minutes
remain and their expiration date.
Diagnostics By monitoring and reporting on the
vehicle ’ s key systems, OnStar
Advanced Diagnostics provides a
way to keep up on maintenance.
Capabilities vary by model. See
www.onstar.com for details and
system limitations. Message and
data rates may apply.
Includes:
.
Diagnostic Alerts: Set
preferences to receive real-time
e-mails, texts, or monthly
reports of the vehicle ’ s health.
Or press
Q to have an Advisor
initiate a remote diagnostic
report. .
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.
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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
Q to speak to an
Advisor, or see www.onstar.com.