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228 Driving and Operating
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists drivers with
avoiding lane change crashes that occur with
moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from behind. The
LCA warning display will light up in the
corresponding outside mirror and will flash
if the turn signal is on.
{Warning
LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles
outside of the system detection zones,
pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may
not provide alerts when changing lanes
under all driving conditions. Failure to use
proper care when changing lanes may
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Before making a lane change, always
check mirrors, glance over your shoulder,
and use the turn signals.LCA Detection Zones
1. SBZA Detection Zone
2. LCA Detection Zone
The LCA sensor covers a zone of
approximately one lane over from both
sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The
height of the zone is approximately between
0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground.
The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning
area starts at approximately the middle of
the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers
are also warned of vehicles rapidly
approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) behind
the vehicle.
How the System Works
The LCA symbol lights up in the outside
mirrors when the system detects a moving
vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone or rapidly approaching that
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol indicates
it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before
making a lane change, check the LCA
display, check mirrors, glance over your
shoulder, and use the turn signals.
Left Outside Mirror
DisplayRight Outside Mirror Display
When the vehicle is started, both outside
mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to
indicate the system is operating. When the
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right
outside mirror display will light up if a
moving vehicle is detected in the next lane
over in that blind zone or rapidly
approaching that zone. If the turn signal is
activated in the same direction as a
detected vehicle, this display will flash as an
extra warning not to change lanes.
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Vehicle Care 303
The jump start negative terminal (3) and
positive terminal (4) are on the battery of
the vehicle providing the jump start.
The positive jump start connection for the
discharged battery is under a trim cover.
Open the cover to expose the terminal.1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground
system.
Caution
If the other vehicle does not have a
12-volt system with a negative ground,
both vehicles can be damaged. Only use
a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching.
3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic
transmission, or Neutral with a manual
transmission.
Caution
If any accessories are left on or plugged
in during the jump starting procedure,
they could be damaged. The repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or
unplug all accessories on either vehicle
when jump starting.
4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except
the hazard warning flashers if needed.
{Warning
An electric fan can start up even when
the engine is not running and can injure
you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools
away from any underhood electric fan.
{Warning
Using a match near a battery can cause
battery gas to explode. People have been
hurt doing this, and some have been
blinded. Use a flashlight if you need
more light.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
Battery fluid contains acid that can burn
you. Do not get it on you. If you
accidentally get it in your eyes or on
your skin, flush the place with water and
get medical help immediately.
{Warning
Fans or other moving engine parts can
injure you badly. Keep your hands away
from moving parts once the engine is
running.
5. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal on the
discharged battery.
6. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the good battery.
7. Connect one end of the black negative (–) cable to the negative (–)
terminal of the good battery.
8. Connect the other end of the black negative (–) cable to the negative (–)
grounding point for the discharged
battery.
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Service and Maintenance 323
.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 0325 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.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control for a
smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include steering wheel
vibration, bounce/sway while braking,
longer stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
.As part of the multi-point inspection,
trained dealer technicians can visually
inspect the shocks and struts for signs of
leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can
advise when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated,
and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save
money and fuel, and can reduce the risk of
tire failure.
.Signs that the tires need to be replaced
include three or more visible treadwear
indicators; cord or fabric showing through
the rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or
sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire.
.Trained dealer technicians can inspect and
recommend the right tires. Your dealer
can also provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth vehicle
operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells
and services name brand tires.
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Fuel (cont'd)Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . .233
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . .274
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . .278
G
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Gauges
Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 88
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 General Information (cont'd)
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . .145
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Guidance Problems with the Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . 116
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267, 268
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Heater
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174, 176
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 45
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174, 176
I
If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191, 192
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Indicator Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 62
Information Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Instrument Panel Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 121
J
JackAuxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . 302
K
Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 11
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 8
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281
Lamps Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . .120
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . 96
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Lighting Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Lights Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 96
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Lights (cont'd)
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Sport Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
M
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
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Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
V
VehicleAlarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . .341
Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
W
Warning
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Warning (cont'd)
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Warnings Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Windshield
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Winter Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Wipers
Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86