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years, regardless of tread wear. The
tire manufacture date is the last four
digits of the DOT Tire Identification
Number (TIN) which is molded into
one side of the tire sidewall. The
first two digits represent the week
(01–52) and the last two digits, the
year. For example, the third week of
the year 2010 would have a
four-digit DOT date of 0310.
Vehicle Storage
Tires age when stored normally
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park
a vehicle that will be stored for at
least a month in a cool, dry, clean
area away from direct sunlight to
slow aging. This area should be free
of grease, gasoline, or other
substances that can deteriorate
rubber.
Parking for an extended period can
cause flat spots on the tires that
may result in vibrations while
driving. When storing a vehicle for
at least a month, remove the tires or
raise the vehicle to reduce the
weight from the tires.
Buying New Tires
GM has developed and matched
specific tires for the vehicle. The
original equipment tires installed
were designed to meet General
Motors Tire Performance Criteria
Specification (TPC Spec)
system rating. When
replacement tires are needed,
GM strongly recommends
buying tires with the same TPC
Spec rating.
GM's exclusive TPC Spec
system considers over a dozen
critical specifications that impact
the overall performance of the
vehicle, including brake system
performance, ride and handling,
traction control, and tire
pressure monitoring
performance. GM's TPC Spec
number is molded onto the tire's
sidewall near the tire size. If the
tires have an all-season tread
design, the TPC Spec numberwill be followed by MS for mud
and snow. See
Tire Sidewall
Labeling 0328.
GM recommends replacing worn
tires in complete sets of four.
Uniform tread depth on all tires
will help to maintain the
performance of the vehicle.
Braking and handling
performance may be adversely
affected if all the tires are not
replaced at the same time.
If proper rotation and
maintenance have been done,
all four tires should wear out at
about the same time. See Tire
Rotation 0340. However, if it is
necessary to replace only one
axle set of worn tires, place the
new tires on the rear axle.
Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment
tires may not be available for H,
V, W, Y and ZR speed rated
tires. Never exceed the winter
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tires’maximum speed capability
when using winter tires with a
lower speed rating.
{Warning
Tires could explode during
improper service. Attempting
to mount or dismount a tire
could cause injury or death.
Only your dealer or authorized
tire service center should
mount or dismount the tires.
{Warning
Mixing tires of different sizes,
brands, or types may cause
loss of control of the vehicle,
resulting in a crash or other
vehicle damage. Use the
correct size, brand, and type
of tires on all wheels.
{Warning
Using bias-ply tires on the
vehicle may cause the wheel
rim flanges to develop cracks
after many miles of driving.
A tire and/or wheel could fail
suddenly and cause a crash.
Use only radial-ply tires with
the wheels on the vehicle.
If the vehicle tires must be
replaced with a tire that does not
have a TPC Spec number, make
sure they are the same size,
load range, speed rating, and
construction (radial) as the
original tires.
Vehicles that have a tire
pressure monitoring system
could give an inaccurate
low-pressure warning if non-TPC
Spec rated tires are installed.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0335. The Tire and Loading
Information label indicates the
original equipment tires on the
vehicle. See
Vehicle Load Limits
0 220.
Different Size Tires and
Wheels
If wheels or tires are installed that
are a different size than the original
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle
performance, including its braking,
ride and handling characteristics,
stability, and resistance to rollover
may be affected. If the vehicle has
electronic systems such as antilock
brakes, rollover airbags, traction
control, electronic stability control,
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance
of these systems can also be
affected.
{Warning
If different sized wheels are used,
there may not be an acceptable
level of performance and safety if
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Some aluminum wheels can be
repaired. See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
wheel that is needed.
Each new wheel should have the
same load-carrying capacity,
diameter, width, offset, and be
mounted the same way as the one it
replaces.
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts.
{Warning
Using the wrong replacement
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
nuts can be dangerous. It could
affect the braking and handling of
the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
and cause loss of control, causing
a crash. Always use the correct
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for replacement.
Caution
The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp
aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance, and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and
chassis.
Used Replacement Wheels
{Warning
Replacing a wheel with a used
one is dangerous. How it has
been used or how far it has been
driven may be unknown. It could
fail suddenly and cause a crash.
When replacing wheels, use a
new GM original equipment
wheel.
Tire Chains
{Warning
If the vehicle has a tire size other
than 255/65R18, do not use tire
chains. There is not enough
clearance. Tire chains used on a
vehicle without the proper amount
of clearance can cause damage
to the brakes, suspension,
or other vehicle parts. The area
damaged by the tire chains could
cause loss of control and a crash.
Use another type of traction
device only if its manufacturer
recommends it for the vehicle's
tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that
manufacturer's instructions. To
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
and readjust or remove the
traction device if it contacts the
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If
traction devices are used, install
them on the front tires.
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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
myChevrolet mobile app, or by
contacting an OnStar Advisor. On
some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be
managed from the Wi-Fi
Hotspot menu.
MyChevrolet Mobile App (If
Available)
Download the myChevrolet mobile
app to compatible Apple and
Android smartphones. Chevrolet
users can access the following
services from a smartphone:
. Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
if factory-equipped.
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
with automatic locks.
. Activate the horn and lamps. .
Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil
life, or tire pressure,
if factory-equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitor System.
. Send destinations to the vehicle.
. 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.
. Request roadside assistance.
. Set a parking reminder with pin
drop, take a photo, make a note,
and set a timer.
. Connect with Chevrolet on social
media.
Features are subject to change. For
myChevrolet mobile app information
and compatibility, see
my.chevrolet.com.
An active OnStar or connected
service plan may be required.
A compatible device, factory-installed remote start, and
power locks are required. Data rates
apply. See www.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.
Marketplace
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.
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Lights (cont'd)Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 140
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Service Electric Parking
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 149
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64M
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Maintenance and Care Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 373 Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 142
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Media Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . 185
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Messages Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Mirror
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Mirrors Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Automatic DimmingRearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Mirrors (cont'd)
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 53
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
N
Navigation
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . .411
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 224
O
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Oil Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 298
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 98
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 392
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
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Service Electric ParkingBrake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 267
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Spare Tire Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Special Application Services . . . . 378
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
StabiliTrak
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Steering (cont'd)
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Storage Areas Cargo ManagementSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 119
Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176, 402
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 392
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 51Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Third-Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333, 334
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 336
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 335
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Terminology and Definitions . . 330
Uniform Tire QualityGrading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345