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Compass
The vehicle may have a compass display on
the Driver Information Center (DIC). The
compass receives its heading and other
information from the Global Positioning
System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed
information.
The compass system is designed to operate
for a certain number of miles or degrees of
turn before needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass display shows
CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in
an open area where it can receive a GPS
signal. The compass system will
automatically determine when a GPS signal
is restored and provide a heading again.
Clock
Set the time and date using the
infotainment system. See "Time / Date"
underSettings 0165.
Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current
The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets that can
be used to plug in electrical equipment, such
as a cell phone or MP3 player. The power outlets are located:
.On the center stack below the climate
controls.
.In the rear cargo area.
Lift the cover to access the outlet and
replace when not in use.
There are also charging only USB ports on
the rear of the center console and in the
third row seating area.
{Warning
Power is always supplied to the rear
cargo power outlet. Do not leave
electrical equipment plugged in when the
vehicle is not in use because the vehicle
could catch fire and cause injury or
death.
Caution
Leaving electrical equipment plugged in
for an extended period of time while the
ignition is in LOCK/OFF will drain the
battery. Always unplug electrical
equipment when not in use and do not
plug in equipment that exceeds the
maximum 15 ampere rating. Certain accessory plugs may not be
compatible with the accessory power outlet
and could overload vehicle and adapter
fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your
dealer.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure
to follow the proper installation instructions
included with the equipment. See
Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0254.
Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from the
power outlet can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle warranty. The
power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only, such as cell phone
charge cords.
Power Outlet 110V/120V Alternating
Current
If equipped with this power outlet it can be
used to plug in electrical equipment that
uses a maximum limit of 150 watts.
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support see https://support.google.com/
androidauto. For Apple CarPlay support see
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple or
Google may change or suspend availability
at any time. Android Auto, Android, Google,
Google Play, and other marks are
trademarks of Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a
trademark of Apple Inc.
Press
{on the center stack to exit Android
Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into
Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and
hold
{on the center stack.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be
disabled from the infotainment system. To
do this, touch Home, Settings, and then
touch the Apps tab along the top of the
display. Use the On/Off toggled to turn off
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
Settings
Certain settings can be managed in the
Owner Center sites when an account is
established, and may be modified if other
users have accessed the vehicle or created
accounts. This may result in changes to the
security or functionality of the infotainment
system. Some settings may also be
transferred to a new vehicle, if equipped. For instructions, in the U.S. see
my.chevrolet.com or in Canada see
mychevrolet.ca or monchevrolet.ca.
Refer to the User Terms and Privacy
Statement for important details. To view,
touch the Settings icon on the Home Page
of the infotainment display.
The settings menu may be organized into
four categories. Select the desired category
by touching System, Apps, Vehicle,
or Personal.
To access the personalization menus:
1. Touch Settings on the Home Page on the infotainment display.
2. Touch the desired category to display a list of available options.
3. Touch to select the desired feature setting.
4. Touch the options on the infotainment display to disable or enable a feature.
5. Touchzto go to the top level of the
Settings menu.
System
The menu may contain the following:
Time / Date
Use the following features to set the clock:
.Automatic Time and Date: Touch Off or
On to enable or disable automatic update
of the time and date. When this feature
is on, the time and date cannot be
manually set.
.Set Time: Touch to manually set the time
using the controls on the infotainment
display.
.Set Date: Touch to manually set the date
using the controls on the infotainment
display.
.Automatic Time Zone (If Equipped): Touch
Off or On to disable or enable automatic
update of the time zone based on vehicle
location. When this feature is on, the
time zone cannot be manually set.
.Select Time Zone: Touch to manually set
the time zone. Touch a time zone from
the list.
.Use 24-hour Format: Touch to specify the
clock format shown.
Touch Off or On to disable or enable.
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Climate Control Display
1. Driver and Passenger TemperatureControls
2. Fan Control
3. Sync (Synchronized Temperature)
4. Outside Temperature Display
5. Recirculation
6. Air Delivery Mode Control
7. Auto (Automatic Operation)
8. A/C (Air Conditioning)
9. On/Off (Power)
The fan, air delivery mode, air conditioning,
driver and passenger temperatures, and Sync
settings can be controlled by touching CLIMATE on the infotainment display Home
Page or the climate button in the
application tray display. A selection can then
be made on the front climate control page
displayed. See the infotainment manual.
Climate Control Status Display
The climate control status display appears
briefly when the climate controls on the
center stack are adjusted. The air delivery
mode can be adjusted on the climate control
display.
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls the fan
speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and
recirculation in order to heat or cool the
vehicle to the desired temperature.When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate
automatically. Each function can also be
manually set and the selected setting is
displayed. Functions not manually set will
continue to be automatically controlled,
even if the AUTO indicator is not lit.
For automatic operation:
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature
as needed for best comfort.
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the
vehicle faster with A/C on, recirculation may
be automatically selected in warm weather.
Press
@to select recirculation; press it
again to select outside air.
Driver and Passenger Temperature
Controls : The temperature can be adjusted
separately for the driver and the passenger.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the driver or
passenger temperature setting.
SYNC : Press to link all passenger
temperature settings to the driver setting.
The SYNC indicator light will turn on. When
the passenger settings are adjusted, the
SYNC indicator light turns off.
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Rear Climate Control System
The rear climate control system is on the
rear of the center console storage. The
settings can be adjusted by either the rear
climate control or the rear climate display
app on the front infotainment display.
Rear Climate Controls
1. Fan Control
2. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
3. MODE (Air Delivery Mode Control)
4. TEMP (Temperature Control)
5. Heated Rear Seats (If Equipped)
Rear Climate Display
1. Rear Climate Temperature Control
2. Fan Control
3. Outside Temperature Display
4. Sync (Synchronized Temperatures)
5. Rear Control Lockout
6. Air Delivery Mode Control
7. Auto (Automatic Operation)
8. On/Off (Power)
SYNC : Press SYNC on the rear climate
display to match the rear climate control
temperature to the front climate control
driver temperature. The SYNC button will be
lit. Adjust the rear climate control
temperature to change the linked temperature. The SYNC button turns off.
When SYNC is active the display is not
shown.
Rear Control Lockout :
Press
Hon the rear
climate display to lock or unlock control of
the rear climate control system from the
front seat. When locked the rear climate
control system cannot be adjusted from the
rear climate controls.
Automatic Operation
AUTO : Press AUTO or touch Rear Auto on
the rear climate display to automatically
control air delivery and fan speed. A is
indicated in the display on the rear of the
center console storage when automatic
operation is active. If any of the climate
control settings are manually adjusted, this
cancels full automatic operation.
The display on the rear of the center
console storage only indicates climate
control functions when the system is in rear
independent mode.
Manual Operation
9: Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise or touch and hold
]or
9on the rear climate display to increase
or decrease the fan speed.
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TEMP :Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise or press and hold the rear
climate display temperature controls to
adjust the rear passenger temperature. If
SYNC is lit, the rear climate temperature is
linked to the driver temperature setting.
2/\/Yor MODE : Touch the desired
mode on the rear climate display or press
MODE on the rear climate controls to
change the direction of the airflow in the
rear seating area. Repeatedly press MODE
until the desired mode appears on the
display.
MorL: If equipped, pressMorLto
heat the left or right rear outboard seat. See
Heated Rear Seats 045.
Air Vents
Use the slider switch on the air outlets to
change the direction of the airflow, or to
open and close off the airflow.
There are also outlets overhead in the rear
passenger area; adjust as needed.
Keep all outlets open whenever possible for
best system performance.
Operation Tips
.Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from
the air inlets at the base of the
windshield that can block the flow of air
into the vehicle.
.Clear snow off the hood to improve
visibility and help decrease moisture
drawn into the vehicle.
.Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors
can adversely affect the performance of
the system.
.Keep the path under all seats clear of
objects to help circulate the air inside the
vehicle more effectively.
.If fogging reoccurs while in vent or
bi-level modes with mild temperature
throughout the vehicle, turn on the air
conditioner to reduce windshield fogging.
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The filter reduces dust, pollen, and other
airborne irritants from outside air that is
pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be
replaced as part of routine scheduled
maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule
0 323. See your dealer regarding replacement of
the filter.
Service
All vehicles have a label underhood that
identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle.
The refrigerant system should only be
serviced by trained and certified technicians.
The air conditioning evaporator should never
be repaired or replaced by one from a
salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced
by a new evaporator to ensure proper and
safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants should be
reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting
refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is
harmful to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other
health-based concerns.
The air conditioning system requires periodic
maintenance. See
Maintenance Schedule
0 323.