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PressQ, then ask the Advisor to download
directions to the vehicle’s navigation system,
if equipped. After the call ends, the
navigation screen will provide prompts to
begin driving directions. Routes that are sent
to the navigation screen can only be
canceled through the navigation system.
See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca
(Canada).
Connections
The following services help with staying
connected.
For coverage maps, see www.onstar.com
(U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Ensuring Security
.Change the default passwords for the
Wi-Fi hotspot and myChevrolet mobile
application. Make these passwords
different from each other and use a
combination of letters and numbers to
increase the security.
.Change the default name of the SSID
(Service Set Identifier). This is your
network’s name that is visible to other
wireless devices. Choose a unique name
and avoid family names or vehicle
descriptions. Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped)
The vehicle may have a built-in Wi-Fi
hotspot that provides access to the Internet
and web content at 4G LTE speed. Up to
seven mobile devices can be connected.
A data plan is required. Use the in-vehicle
controls only when it is safe to do so.
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot information, press
=to open the OnStar app on the
infotainment display, then select Wi-Fi
Hotspot. On some vehicles, touch Wi-Fi
or Wi-Fi Settings on the screen.
2. The Wi-Fi settings will display the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), password, and on
some vehicles, the connection type (no
Internet connection, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE), and
signal quality (poor, good, excellent). The
LTE icon shows connection to Wi-Fi. It is
possible that the icon may not illuminate
even though the vehicle has an active
connection.
3. To change the SSID or password, press
Qor call 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
with an Advisor. On some 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.
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.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.
Diagnostics
By monitoring and reporting on the vehicle's
key systems, OnStar Advanced Diagnostics,
if equipped, provides a way to keep up on
maintenance. Capabilities vary by model.
See www.onstar.com for details and system
limitations. Features are subject to change.
For updates on feature capabilities, see
my.chevrolet.com. Message and data rates
may apply.
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424 Index
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Front Seats Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Dynamic Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 279
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 333
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 339
G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Gauges
Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . 101
General Information
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Glass Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . .174
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404
Guidance Problems with the Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
H
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Headlamps
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 135
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . 43
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204, 207
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Hill Descent Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . .53
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204, 207