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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . 14
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) SystemOperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Doors
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Transporting Items That Can Catch Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Steering Column Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 37
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with a
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
dangerous and children or others could
be seriously injured or killed. They could
operate the power windows or other
controls or make the vehicle move. The
windows will function with the RKE
transmitter in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave children in
a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
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Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
Reset the power folding mirrors if:
.The mirrors are accidentally obstructed
while folding.
.The mirrors are accidentally manually
folded/unfolded.
.The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded
position.
.The mirrors vibrate at normal driving
speeds.
Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using
the mirror controls to reset them to their
normal position. A noise may be heard
during the resetting of the power folding
mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual
folding operation.
Remote Mirror Folding
If equipped, press and holdQon the RKE
transmitter for approximately one second to
remotely fold the exterior mirrors. Press and
hold
Kon the RKE transmitter for
approximately one second to unfold. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 014.
This feature can be turned on or off. See
Vehicle Personalization 0137.
Heated Mirrors
If equipped with heated mirrors:
1REAR : Press to heat the outside
mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” underDual
Automatic Climate Control System 0198.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
If equipped, the driver outside mirror
automatically adjusts for the glare of the
headlamps from behind. This feature comes
on when the vehicle is started.
Blind Spot Mirrors
If equipped, there is a small convex mirror
built into the upper and outer corner of the
driver outside mirror. It can show objects
that may be in the vehicle's blind zone.
Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror
Actual Mirror View
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1. When the approaching vehicle is a longdistance away, the image in the main
mirror is small and near the inboard
edge of the mirror.
2. As the vehicle gets closer, the image in the main mirror gets larger and moves
outboard.
3. As the vehicle enters the blind zone, the image transitions from the main mirror
to the blind spot mirror.
4. When the vehicle is in the blind zone, the image only appears in the blind spot
mirror.
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind
Spot Mirror
1. Set the main mirror so that the side ofthe vehicle can just be seen and the
blind spot mirror has an
unobstructed view.
2. When checking for traffic or before changing a lane, look at the main driver/
passenger side mirror to observe traffic
in the adjacent lane, behind your vehicle.
Check the blind spot mirror for a vehicle
in the blind zone. Then, glance over your
shoulder to double check before moving
slowly into the adjacent lane.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and
memory seats, the passenger and/or driver
mirror tilts to a preselected position when
the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the
curb to be seen when parallel parking.
The mirror(s) may move from their tilted
position when:
.The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse),
or remains in R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
.The vehicle is turned off.
.The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above
a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0137.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
of the area behind your vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with
water.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare from the
headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will automatically
reduce the glare of the headlamps from
behind. The dimming feature comes on each
time the vehicle is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
provides a wide angle camera view of the
area behind the vehicle.
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.Tilt
{Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a
limited view. Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects may not be
seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle
using only this camera. Objects may
appear closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over your
shoulder when making lane changes or
merging. Failure to use proper care may
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Troubleshooting
See your dealer for service if a blue screen
and
3are displayed in the mirror, and
the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as
indicated to return to the automatic
dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun or headlamps.
This may obstruct objects from view.
If needed, push the tab to turn off the
display.
.Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft
damp cloth.
.The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
been damaged, and/or the position or the
mounting angle of the camera has
changed.
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Do not modify the hood, headlamps, or fog
lamps, as this may limit the camera’s ability
to detect an object.
Cleaning the Sensing System
The camera sensor on the windshield behind
the rearview mirror can become blocked by
snow, ice, dirt, mud, or debris. This area
needs to be cleaned for ACC to operate
properly.
If equipped with Super Cruise, the radar
sensors on the front of the vehicle can also
become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, mud,
or debris. These areas need to be cleaned
for ACC to operate properly.
The vehicle headlamps may need to be
cleaned due to dirt, snow, or ice. Objects
that are not illuminated correctly may be
difficult to detect.
If ACC will not operate, regular cruise control
may be available. See“Switching Between
ACC and Regular Cruise Control” previously
in this section. Always consider driving
conditions before using either cruise control
system.
For cleaning instructions, see “Washing the
Vehicle” underExterior Care 0414.Super Cruise
If equipped, Super Cruise can steer to
maintain lane position under certain
conditions on Super Cruise-enabled roads
that are separated from opposing traffic.
Super Cruise can also steer to perform a
lane change under certain conditions on
Super Cruise-enabled roads. when a lane
change is initiated by the driver using the
turn signal lever.
A lane change can be initiated by the driver
using the turn signal lever.
The Super Cruise System may initiate a lane
change maneuver in following scenarios:
.to pass slower traffic
.when the current lane is ending ahead
.to return to the initial lane
See “Super Cruise Lane Change” later in this
section and Turn and Lane-Change Signals
0 149.
{Warning
Super Cruise can only assist to maintain
lane position, or steer to change lanes,
when driving on compatible roads. You
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Warning (Continued)
must supervise the driving task and
monitor the road conditions. You may
need to respond to traffic events by
steering, braking, or accelerating. See
Defensive Driving.
Super Cruise is:
.Not a self-driving system
.Not a crash avoidance or warning
system
.Not a substitute for proper supervision
of the driving task.
Super Cruise uses the following to detect
the current lane position and lane markings
ahead on compatible roads under certain
conditions:
.Cameras
.Global Positioning System (GPS) sensing
.A high-precision map
.GPS-enhancement data downloaded
through OnStar
Super Cruise works with Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC), which controls acceleration
and braking while Super Cruise is enabled
and operating. Review and understand both
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.Front and rear bumpers and the area
below the bumpers
.Front grille and headlamps
.Front camera lens in the front grille or
near the front emblem
.Front side and rear side panels
.Outside of the windshield in front of the
rearview mirror
.Side camera lens on the bottom of the
outside mirrors
.Rear side corner bumpers
.Rear Vision Camera in the tailgate handle
.Rear Camera Mirror and Cargo View
Camera in the Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp
Radio Frequency
This vehicle may be equipped with driver
assistance systems that operate using radio
frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement
0 450.
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing
If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC),
Surround Vision, Rear Park Assist (RPA),
Front Park Assist (FPA), and Rear Cross
Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the driver park
or avoid objects. Always check around the
vehicle when parking or backing.
The RVC, RPA, and Surround Vision will not
work properly if the tailgate is down. If the
tailgate is down, do not use these systems.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse),
the RVC displays an image of the area
behind the vehicle in the infotainment
display. The previous screen displays when
the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) after
a short delay. To return to the previous
screen sooner, press any button on the
infotainment system, shift into P (Park), or,
while in D (Drive), reach a vehicle speed of
approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). The rear
vision camera is in the tailgate handle.
1. View Displayed by the Rear Vision
Camera
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1. View Displayed by the Rear VisionCamera
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
Displayed images may be farther or closer
than they appear. The area displayed is
limited and objects that are close to either
corner of the bumper or under the bumper
do not display.
A warning triangle may display to show
that Rear Park Assist (RPA) has detected an
object. This triangle changes from amber to
red and increases in size the closer the
object.
If equipped with Hitch View, see Surround
Vision System 0284.
{Warning
The camera(s) do not display children,
pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic,
animals, or any other object outside of
the cameras’ field of view, below the
bumper, or under the vehicle. Shown
distances may be different from actual
distances. Do not drive or park the
vehicle using only these camera(s).
Always check behind and around the
vehicle before driving. Failure to use
proper care may result in injury, death,
or vehicle damage.
Surround Vision System
If equipped the Surround Vision system can
display various views surrounding the
vehicle in the infotainment display. See
below for camera view descriptions and
more information.
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spots and will not display all objects near
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display surround view correctly. Always
check around the vehicle when parking or
backing.
1. Views Displayed by the SurroundVision Cameras
2. Area Not Shown
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overlay will not be visible when the
position of the trailer is too far to the left
or right. The overlay can be enabled or
disabled. SeeVehicle Personalization
0 137.
.Jack-Knife Detection and Alert
The vehicle may be equipped with
Jack-Knife Detection. The system will track
the position of the trailer relative to the
vehicle. As the front of the trailer
approaches the rear of the vehicle, a
warning or an alert will be displayed.
A warning indicates to the driver to
proceed with caution, an alert indicates
that a collision is imminent. Based on
vehicle equipment and user settings, the
visual warning or alert may be
accompanied by audible or safety alert
seat notifications. See Vehicle
Personalization 0137.
.Trailer Angle Indicator
The vehicle may be equipped with a
Trailer Angle Indicator. The Trailer Angle
Indicator gives the driver a visual
representation of the trailer’s position
relative to the vehicle. (Available only in
Reverse, Guidelines On, Rear Trailering
Views).
{Warning
Use Hitch Guidance only to help back the
vehicle to a trailer hitch or, when
traveling above 12 km/h (8 mph), to
briefly check the status of your trailer. Do
not use for any other purpose, such as
making lane change decisions. Before
making a lane change, always check the
mirrors and glance over your shoulder.
Improper use could result in serious
injury to you or others.
HD Surround Vision with Trailer Camera
Provisions
If equipped, this feature provides additional
views to aid in trailering/towing. The
system shows multiple views in the
infotainment display using five cameras
mounted around the vehicle and up to two
additional accessory cameras that can be
mounted on or in a trailer. The front camera
is in the grille under the front emblem, the
side cameras are on the bottom of the
outside mirrors, the rear camera is in the
tailgate handle and the bed camera is
mounted on the rear of the cab.
Additionally, up to two accessory cameras
can be mounted to the rear and/or interior of the trailer. See your dealer for accessory
trailer cameras. To access, touch CAMERA on
the infotainment display or shift to
R (Reverse). To return to the previous screen
when not in reverse, touch the Home or
Back buttons on the infotainment display.
Certain trailer views require a compatible
trailer profile be configured and selected.
A compatible trailer is a box type trailer
(cargo, camper, etc.) with a conventional
hitch.
Available camera views:
.Front/Rear Standard View
.Front/Rear Top-Down View
.Rear Bowl View
.Front/Rear Side View
.Hitch View
.Bed View
.Rear trailer View
.Rear Side view with a available
articulation functionality
.Picture-in-Picture Side View
.Interior Trailer View
.Transparent trailer View
.Surround View
.Guidance Lines
.Hitch Guidance