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.A message to service the steering
column lock indicates that an issue
has been detected with the column
lock feature and the vehicle should
be serviced.
.A message that the steering column
is locked indicates that the engine
is running, but the steering column
is still locked. It is normal for the
column to be locked during a
remote start, but the column should
unlock after the brake pedal is
pressed and the vehicle is started.
No message will display during a
remote start.
.A message that the steering wheel
must be turned and the vehicle
must be started again indicates that
the column lock mechanism is
bound, the column locking device
was unable to unlock the steering
column, and the vehicle did not
start. If this happens, immediately
turn the steering wheel from side to
side to unbind the column lock.
If this does not unlock the steering
column, turn the vehicle off and
open the driver door to reset the
system. Then turn the vehicle on
and immediately turn the steeringwheel side to side for about
15 seconds. In some cases, it may
take significant force to unbind the
column.
To keep the steering column from
binding, straighten the front wheels
before turning off the vehicle.
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0421.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the vehicle is
turned off.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when the ignition is on or in
ACC/ACCESSORY and a valid
transmitter is present in the vehicle.
The security light, in the instrument
cluster, comes on if there is a problem
with arming or disarming the
theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more RKE
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in your
vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE
transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come on briefly
when the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
If the vehicle will not change ignition
modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, on, off), and
the RKE transmitter appears to be
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Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or
too high in your field of view, it
may take you more time to see
things you need to see when it is
dark outside. Be sure to keep the
HUD image dim and placed low in
your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some
information concerning the operation
of the vehicle is projected onto the
windshield. The image is projected
through the HUD lens on top of the
instrument panel. The information
appears as an image focused out
toward the front of the vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image as
a parking aid, you may misjudge
the distance and damage your
vehicle. Do not use the HUD image
as a parking aid. The HUD information can be
displayed in various languages. The
speedometer reading and other
numerical values can be displayed in
either English or metric units.
The language selection is changed
through the radio and the units of
measurement is changed through the
instrument cluster. See
Settings0186
and “Options” underInstrument Cluster
0 109.
HUD Display on the Windshield
The HUD may display some of the
following vehicle information and
vehicle messages or alerts:
.Speed
.Audio
.Phone
.Navigation
.Performance
.Driver Assistance Features
.Vehicle Messages
Some vehicle messages or alerts
displayed in the HUD may be cleared
by using the steering wheel controls.
See Vehicle Messages 0130.
The HUD control is to the left of the
steering wheel.
To adjust the HUD image:
1. Adjust the driver seat.
2. Start the engine.
3. Use the following settings to adjust the HUD.
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Audio/Phone View :This displays
digital speed, indicators from speed
view along with audio/phone
information. The current radio station,
media type, and incoming calls will be
displayed.
All HUD views may briefly display
audio information when the steering
wheel controls are used to adjust the
audio settings appearing in the
instrument cluster.
Incoming phone calls appearing in the
instrument cluster, may also display
in any HUD view.
Metric
English Navigation View :
This displays
digital speed, indicators from speed
view along with Turn-by-Turn
Navigation information in some
vehicles. The compass heading is
displayed when navigation routing is
not active.
Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts
shown in the instrument cluster may
also be displayed in any HUD view.
Metric
English Performance View :
This displays
digital speed, indicators from speed
view along with rpm reading,
transmission positions, and gear shift
indicator (if equipped).
Care of the HUD
Clean the inside of the windshield to
remove any dirt or film that could
reduce the sharpness or clarity of the
HUD image.
Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth
sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the
lens gently, then dry it.
HUD Troubleshooting
If you cannot see the HUD image
when the ignition is on, check that:
.Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
.The HUD brightness setting is not
too dim or too bright.
.The HUD is adjusted to the proper
height.
.Polarized sunglasses are not worn.
.The windshield and HUD lens are
clean.
If the HUD image is not correct,
contact your dealer.
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closed, and you walk away from the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation07.
Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the
RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle.
This menu also enables Remote No
Longer in Vehicle Alert.
Touch Off or On.
Seating Position
Touch and the following may display:
.Seat Entry Memory
.Seat Exit Memory
Seat Entry Memory
This feature automatically recalls the
previously stored 1 or 2 button
positions when the ignition is changed
from off to on or ACC/ACCESSORY.
See Memory Seats 043.
Touch Off or On. Seat Exit Memory
This feature automatically recalls the
previously stored exit button positions
when the ignition is changed from on
or ACC/ACCESSORY to off if the driver
door is open or opened. See
Memory
Seats 043.
Touch Off or On.
Teen Driver
See “Teen Driver” underSettings 0186.
Valet Mode
This will lock the infotainment system
and steering wheel controls. It may
also limit access to vehicle storage
locations, if equipped.
To enable valet mode:
1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Touch Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or
unlock the system. Touch Back to go
back to the previous menu.
Universal Remote
System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0421.
Universal Remote System
Programming
If equipped, these buttons are in the
overhead console.
This system can replace up to three
remote control transmitters used to
activate devices such as garage door
openers, security systems, and home
automation devices. These
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Infotainment System
Introduction
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . 148
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . 155
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted MediaDevices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Navigation
Using the Navigation System . . . . 160
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Problems with Route
Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
If the System Needs Service . . . . . 173
Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Phone
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using aPhone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Settings
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Trademarks and License
Agreements
Trademarks and LicenseAgreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Introduction
Read the following pages to become
familiar with the features.
{Warning
Taking your eyes off the road for
too long or too often while using
any infotainment feature can cause
a crash. You or others could be
injured or killed. Do not give
extended attention to infotainment
tasks while driving. Limit your
glances at the vehicle displays and
focus your attention on driving. Use
voice commands whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-in
features intended to help avoid
distraction by disabling some features
when driving. These features may gray
out when they are unavailable. Many
infotainment features are also
available through the instrument
cluster and steering wheel controls.
Before driving:
.Become familiar with the operation,
center stack controls, steering wheel
controls, and infotainment display.
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.Set up the audio by presetting
favorite stations, setting the tone,
and adjusting the speakers.
.Set up phone numbers in advance
so they can be called easily by
pressing a single control or by using
a single voice command.
See Distracted Driving 0216.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise
in the vehicle’s interior. ANC requires
the factory-installed audio system,
radio, speakers, amplifier (if
equipped), induction system, and
exhaust system to work properly.
Deactivation is required by your dealer
if related aftermarket equipment is
installed.
Overview
Infotainment System
The infotainment system is controlled
by using the infotainment display,
controls on the center console,
steering wheel controls, and voice
recognition.
1.>(Power and Mute)
.Press to turn the power on.
.Press to mute/unmute the
system when on.
.Press and hold to display the
power off screen or the option
to display the power off
screen.
2.{(Home Page)
.Press to go to the Home Page.
See “Home Page ”later in this
section.
Press to exit Android Auto or
Apple CarPlay. To enter back
into Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and hold. See
Apple CarPlay and Android
Auto
0184.
Infotainment Controls on the
Console with Navigation Shown,
Radio without Navigation Similar
1.e(Radio/AUX)
.Press to change the audio
source or to open the “Now
Playing” screen.
2.7(Seek)
.Radio: Press and release to go
to the previous station or
channel. Press and hold to
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When in Valet Mode, if equipped,
access to the infotainment functions
is disabled. See“Valet Mode,”in
Vehicle Personalization 0130.
g:Press to answer an incoming call
or start voice recognition. See
Bluetooth (Overview) 0179 or
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
0 180.
c:Press to decline an incoming call
or end a current call. Press to mute or
unmute the infotainment system
when not on a call.
CorB: Press to go to the next or
previous favorite when listening to the
radio. Press to go to the next or
previous track when listening to a
media source.
SorT: Press to move between the
interactive displays in the instrument
cluster. Press
Sto go back to the
previous menu.
yorz: Use the thumbwheel to
scroll to the previous or next
selection.
V: Press the thumbwheel to open a
menu or select a menu item. Press
and hold to reset certain displays.
x+ orx– :Press to increase or
decrease the volume.
Using the System
Audio
Touch the Audio icon to display the
active audio source page. Examples of
available sources may include AM,
FM, SXM (if equipped), MyMedia,
USB, and Bluetooth.
Phone
Touch the Phone icon to display the
Phone main page. See Bluetooth
(Overview) 0179 or
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
0 180.
Nav
If equipped, touch the Nav icon to
display the navigation map. See Using
the Navigation System 0160.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Touch the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon to
display the Wi-Fi Hotspot information.
See Settings 0186.
Climate
Touch the Climate icon to display the
Climate main page. See Dual
Automatic Climate Control System
0 206.
Users
If equipped, touch the Users icon to
sign in or create a new user profile,
and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Spread is used to zoom in on a map,
certain images, or a web page. Place
finger and thumb together on the
display, then move them apart.
Pinch
Pinch is used to zoom out on a map,
certain images, or a web page. Place
finger and thumb apart on the display,
then move them together.
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces
and Vehicle Information and
Radio Displays
For vehicles with high gloss surfaces
or vehicle displays, use a microfiber
cloth to wipe surfaces. Before wiping
the surface with the microfiber cloth,
use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt
that could scratch the surface. Then
use the microfiber cloth by gentlyrubbing to clean. Never use window
cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand
wash the microfiber cloth separately,
using mild soap. Do not use bleach or
fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and
air dry before next use.
Software Updates
Over-the-Air Software Updates
If equipped, see
“Updates”under
Settings 0186 for details on software
updates.
Radio
AM-FM Radio
Playing the Radio
Presseon the console controls or
touch the Audio icon on the Home
Page to display the active audio
source page. Choose the three most
recently used sources listed at the left
side of the display. Choose the More
option to display a list of available
sources. Examples of available sources
may include AM, FM, SXM (if
equipped), MyMedia, USB, AUX (if
equipped), and Bluetooth.
Infotainment System
Sound Menu
From any of the audio source main
pages, touch Sound to display the
following:
Equalizer : Touch to adjust Bass,
Midrange, Treble, and Surround (if
equipped) using the options on the
infotainment display.
Fade/Balance : Touch to adjust by
using the controls on the
infotainment display or by tapping/
dragging the crosshair.
Sound Mode (If Equipped)
.Bose Centerpoint surround sound
systems have four sound modes:
‐Normal: Adjusts the audio to
provide the best sound for all
seating positions.
‐ Driver: Adjusts the audio to
provide the best sound for the
driver.
‐ Rear: Adjusts the audio to provide
the best sound for the rear seat
occupants.