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Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and
Wiring
{Warning
Exposure to high voltage can
cause shock, burns, and even
death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians
with special training.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not
remove, open, take apart,
or modify these components.
High voltage cable or wiring has
orange covering or labels. Do not
probe, tamper with, cut, or modify
high voltage cable or wiring.
Electrical System
Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit
breakers to protect against an
electrical system overload.
When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
and closes, protecting the circuit
until the current load returns to
normal or the problem is fixed. This
greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by
electrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect
the following in the vehicle:
.Headlamp wiring
. Windshield wiper motor
. Power windows and other power
accessories
Replace a bad fuse with a new one
of the identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road and
a fuse needs to be replaced, the
same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause
the lamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. Have the
headlamp wiring checked right away
if the lamps go on and off or
remain off.
Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to
heavy snow or ice, the windshield
wipers will stop until the motor cools
and the wiper control is turned off.
After removal of the blockage, the
wiper motor will restart when the
control is then moved to the desired
operating position.
Although the circuit is protected
from electrical overload, overload
due to heavy snow or ice, may
cause wiper damage. Always clear
ice and heavy snow from the
windshield before using the
windshield wipers.
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If the inflation pressure is low,
add air until the recommended
pressure is reached. If the
inflation pressure in high, press
on the metal stem in the center
of the tire valve to release air.
Re-check the tire pressure with
the tire gauge.
Put the valve caps back on the
valve stems to keep out dirt and
moisture and prevent leaks. Use
only valve caps designed for the
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors
could be damaged and would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Tire Pressure Monitor
System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor
technology to check tire pressure
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor
the air pressure in your tires and
transmit tire pressure readings to a
receiver located in the vehicle.Each tire, including the spare (if
provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to
the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has
tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your
vehicle has been equipped with a
tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly
under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as
soon as possible, and inflate them
to the proper pressure. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can
lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been
equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety
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of reasons, including the installation
of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to function
properly.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0281.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 345.
Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS is designed to warn the
driver when a low tire pressure
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
mounted onto each tire and wheel
assembly, excluding the spare tire
and wheel assembly. The TPMS
sensors monitor the air pressure in the tires and transmit the tire
pressure readings to a receiver
located in the vehicle.
When a low tire pressure condition
is detected, the TPMS illuminates
the low tire pressure warning light
located on the instrument cluster.
If the warning light comes on, stop
as soon as possible and inflate the
tires to the recommended pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See
Vehicle Load
Limits 0164.
A message to check the pressure in
a specific tire displays in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). The low
tire pressure warning light and the
DIC warning message come on at
each ignition cycle until the tires are
inflated to the correct inflation
pressure. Using the DIC, tire
pressure levels can be viewed. For additional information and details
about the DIC operation and
displays see
Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0133.
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
could be an early indicator that the
air pressure is getting low and
needs to be inflated to the proper
pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information
label, attached to your vehicle,
shows the size of the original
equipment tires and the correct
inflation pressure for the tires when
they are cold. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0164, for an example of the
Tire and Loading Information label
and its location. Also see Tire
Pressure 0279.
The TPMS can warn about a low
tire pressure condition but it
does not replace normal tire
maintenance. See Tire Inspection
0 284, Tire Rotation 0284 andTires
0 272.
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When the low tire pressure warning
light comes on:1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated. The turn signal
lamp will flash.
When the recommended
pressure is reached, the horn
sounds once and the turn
signal lamp will stop flashing
and briefly turn solid.
Repeat these steps for all
underinflated tires that have
illuminated the low tire pressure
warning light.{Warning
Overinflating a tire could cause
the tire to rupture and you or
others could be injured. Do not
exceed the maximum pressure
listed on the tire sidewall.
See Tire Sidewall Labeling 0274
and Vehicle Load Limits 0164.
If the tire is overinflated by more
than 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will
sound multiple times and the turn
signal lamp will continue to flash for
several seconds after filling stops.
To release and correct the pressure,
while the turn signal lamp is still
flashing, briefly press the center of
the valve stem. When the
recommended pressure is reached,
the horn sounds once.
If the turn signal lamp does not flash
within 15 seconds after starting to
inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has
not been activated or is not working.
If the hazard warning flashers are
on, the tire fill alert visual feedback
will not work properly. The TPMS will not activate the tire
fill alert properly under the following
conditions:
.
There is interference from an
external device or transmitter.
. The air pressure from the
inflation device is not sufficient
to inflate the tire.
. There is a malfunction in
the TPMS.
. There is a malfunction in the
horn or turn signal lamps.
. The identification code of the
TPMS sensor is not registered to
the system.
. The battery of the TPMS sensor
is low.
If the tire fill alert does not operate
due to TPMS interference, move the
vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or
forward and try again. If the tire fill
alert feature is not working, use a
tire pressure gauge.
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Battery
The 12-volt battery supplies power
to start the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power.
. Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
. Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary. Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving.
.
Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0329 for GM approved
fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
. Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled. Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks.
With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.
Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
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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 energy level,
range 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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Index 369
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 334
Running the Vehicle WhileParked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
S
Safety Defects ReportingCanadian Government . . . . . . . . 346
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Safety Signal Pedestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 341
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
How to Wear Seat Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 67
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 65
Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Seats (cont'd)
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 55
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 55
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 93, 95
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 237
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 331
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 332
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 341
Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Shifting (cont'd)
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 210
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Special Application Services . . . . 326
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
StabiliTrak
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Start Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Starting and Stopping the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Status Screens
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Storage Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Storage Areas Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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Vehicle (cont'd)Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . 170
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 119
Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealantand Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 299
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 263
W
Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 212
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 289
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 85
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 258
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 263