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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
The infotainment system uses a Bluetooth or USB connection to link to a compatible
device, such as a smartphone or portable audio player/iPod®, and offers hands-free
voice control. For assistance, call 1-855-4-SUPPORT (1-855-478-7767) or visit
my.gmc.com/how-to-support .
MANAGING HOME PAGE ICONS
1. Press the Home
button.
2. To enter edit mode, touch and hold the Home page icon to move.
3. Continu e holding the icon and drag it to the desired position, and then release.
See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.
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Turn to tune stations and highlight menu
items/Press to open and select items
Home page Power/
Volume/Mute SEEK
Previous/Next
radio station or track
Read your Owner’s Manual for important information about using the infotainment system while
driving.
Additional Pages:
Swipe to view additional pages (if available)
ApplicationsF:
Touch a screen
icon to access an application
Applications Tray:
Shortcuts to applications
BACK
Move back one level in the menus
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
STORING FAVORITES
Radio stations from all bands (AM, FM or
SiriusXMF) can be stored in any order. The
source options are on the left side of the
audio page.
1. Display the desired radio station.
2. Select the desired page of favorite screen buttons.
3. Touch and hold one of the favorite screen buttons until a beep is heard.
Favorites also can be stored by touching ★ in a station list.
SIRIUSXM WITH 360LF
Trial participants and subscribers can enjoy an advanced entertainment experience with
SiriusXM with 360L. The personalized content features over 200 channels, including ad-
free music, sports, comedy, talk and news, along with access to thousands of hours of
On Demand shows, performances and interviews. Certain features require a SiriusXM
subscription and the GMC Connected Access plan. See siriusxm.com and onstar.com for
details and limitations.
IN-VEHICLE APPS
In-vehicle apps offering entertainment, news, weather, travel information and more,
including Amazon Alexa Built-In, are available on the infotainment screen or can be down -
loaded through the Apps icon. Downloading and using the apps requires internet connec -
tivity, and may require a data plan, accessed through the vehicle’s available 4G LTE Wi-Fi
Hotspot, if active, or a mobile hotspot. Go to onstar.com for data plan information.
APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTOF
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability is available through a compatible smartphone
using the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon on the Home page.
1. Download the Android Auto app to your compatible phone from the Google Play Store. No app is required for Apple CarPlay.
2. There are two ways to set up device projection:
• Wireless Connection – Connect your smartphone by pairing it to the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. Turn on wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your
phone’s settings.
• Wired Connection – Connect you r smartphone to a USB data port using the USB cable provided with your phone. Aftermarket USB cables may not work.
3. Follow the instructions on the infotainment system and the smartphone.
4. The Apple CarPla y or Android Auto icon will illuminate when connected. Touch the icon to have your apps displayed.
To automatically launch Apple CarPlay or Android Auto when a Bluetooth-paired phone is connected, select Phone icon > Phones > Information. Turn Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto on or off.
To exit Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, press the Home
button. To return to
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, press and hold the Home button.
See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.
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BLUETOOTH® SYSTEMF
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Read your Owner’s Manual for important information about using the Bluetooth system while
driving.
Before using a Bluetooth-enabled device in the vehicle, it must be paired with the in-
vehicle Bluetooth system. The vehicle must be stopped to pair a device. Not all devices
will support all functions.
PAIR A PHONE
1. To use voice recognition, press the Press to Talk button; after the beep, say “Pair phone”; or to use the infotainment
screen, select the Phone icon > Phones or Connect Phone > Add Phone.
2. Start the pairing process on your phone. From the phone’s Bluetooth settings, select the name shown on the infotainment screen.
3. Follow the pairing ins tructions.
4. When pairing is complete, the phone screen is displayed.
SECONDARY PHONE
A secondary phone can be paired to the Bluetooth system. The system connects to the
phone that is set to First to Connect. The secondary phone can only receive calls.
To set the first and secondary phones, select the Phone icon > Phones > Information.See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.
4G LTE WI-FI® HOTSPOTF
With the vehicle’s available built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, up to 7 devices (smartphones,
tablets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed internet.
To retrieve the name and password for the hotspot, select the Wi-Fi icon on the Home page or go to Settings > System > Wi-Fi Hotspot on the infotainment system.
For more information, call 1-855-478-7767 or visit my.gmc.com/how-to-support.
See Infotainment System in your Owner’s Manual.
WIRELESS CHARGINGF
The Wireless Charging system for smart -
phones is located on the center console. Visit
my.gmc.com/how-to-support to check device
compatibility. See your phone retailer for any
required phone accessories.
1. The vehicle must be on, or Retained Accessory Power must be active.
2. Remove all objects from the charging pad.
3. Place the device, face up, on the on the pad.
4. The charging symbol will appear on the infotainment screen when charging. If not
charging, remove the device for 3 seconds, and rotate it 180 degrees.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.