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The heated steering wheel will turn on
when the auto heated seat is activated. The
heated steering wheel indicator will display
the state of the steering wheel heat.
SeeHeated and Ventilated Front Seats 047.
To turn this feature on or off, select
Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and
Convenience > Heated Steering Wheel >
Select ON or OFF.
Horn
To sound the horn, pressaon the
steering wheel.
Pedestrian Safety Signal
The vehicle is equipped with automatic
sound generation. The automatic sound is
generated to indicate the vehicle presence
to pedestrians. The sound changes if the
vehicle is speeding up or slowing down. It is
activated when the vehicle is shifted into a
forward gear, N (Neutral), or R (Reverse), up
to driving speeds of 34 km/h (21 mph).
Windshield Wiper/Washer
The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the
left side of the steering column. With the
vehicle on or in accessory mode, move the
windshield wiper knob to select the wiper
speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Turn the knob to INT for intermittent
wipes, then turn the
OINT band up for
more frequent wipes or down for less
frequent wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
T8:For a single wipe, push the button
to the first stop position briefly and release.
For several wipes, hold the button at the
first stop position longer and release.
| L:Push the button beyond the first
stop position to spray windshield washer
fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will
continue until the button is released or the
maximum wash time is reached. When the
windshield wiper button is released,
additional wipes may occur depending on
how long the windshield washer has been
activated. See Washer Fluid0328 for
information on filling the windshield washer
fluid reservoir.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and windshield before using them. If frozen
to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw
them. Damaged blades should be replaced.
See Wiper Blade Replacement 0333.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper
motor.

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{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
{Warning
Before driving the vehicle, always clear
snow and ice from the hood, windshield,
washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the
vehicle, including all lamps and windows.
Reduced visibility from snow and ice
buildup could lead to a crash.
Wiper Parking
If the vehicle is turned off while the wipers
are on LO, HI, or INT, they will
immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper lever is then moved
to OFF before the driver door is opened or
within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart
and move to the base of the windshield.
If the vehicle is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to windshield
washing, the wipers continue to run until
they reach the base of the windshield.
Rain Sense
If equipped with Rain Sense and the feature
is turned on, a sensor near the top center of
the windshield detects the amount of water
on the windshield and controls the
frequency of the windshield wiper based on
the current sensitivity setting.
Keep this area of the windshield clear of
debris to allow for best system performance.
To turn the Rain Sense feature on or off, see
“Rain Sense Wipers” under Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Rain
Sense > Enable/Disable.
If Rain Sense is enabled in Settings, turning
the wiper lever to INT will activate Rain
Sense.
Clock
Set the time and date using the
infotainment system. See "Time/Date" under
Settings 0166.
Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current
The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets that can
be used to plug in electrical equipment, such
as a tablet or MP3 player. Lift the cover to access the outlet and
replace when not in use.
The power outlets are located:
.In the center console storage area under
the armrest
.In the eTrunk™
area
Center Console 12 Volt Power Outlet

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The messages that do not require
immediate action can be acknowledged and
cleared by pressing
V. The messages that
require immediate action cannot be cleared
until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken seriously;
clearing the message does not correct the
problem.
If a SERVICE message appears, see your
dealer.
Follow the instructions given in the
messages. The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
.Service Messages
.Fluid Levels
.Vehicle Security
.Brakes
.Ride Control Systems
.Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
.Cruise Control
.Lighting and Bulb Replacement
.Wiper/Washer Systems
.Doors and Windows
.Seat Belts
.Airbag Systems
.Propulsion
.Tire Pressure
.Battery
.Steering
Propulsion Power Messages
REDUCED ACCELERATION DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message displays when the vehicle's
propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in
propulsion power can affect the vehicle's
ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
but there is no observed reduction in
performance, proceed to your destination.
Under certain conditions, the performance
may be reduced the next time the vehicle is
driven. The vehicle may be driven while this
message is on, but maximum acceleration
and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, or displays repeatedly,
the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
for service as soon as possible.
This message can be displayed when the
high voltage battery charge level is low. This
is normal behavior as the vehicle is limiting
power due to reduced battery capability. Under certain operating conditions
propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
after the vehicle has been off for
two minutes.
PROPULSION POWER REDUCED DUE TO
TEMPERATURE
This message displays when the vehicle is
on, the battery temperature is low, and
when the vehicle’s performance is limited.
The duration of the limited vehicle
performance depends, in part, on the high
voltage battery charge level. If the high
voltage battery charge level is relatively
high, as the vehicle is driven, the battery
temperature will increase, and the vehicle
will return to normal operation. If the high
voltage battery charge level is relatively low
the vehicle will not return to normal
operation until charged.
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully
charged, to keep the high voltage battery
temperature ready for the next drive. This is
important when outside temperatures are
extremely hot or cold.

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Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 324
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . 324
Underhood Compartment Overview . . . 325
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Noise Control System (RST Only) . . . . . . 332
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Glass Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Bulb Replacement
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . 335
Electrical System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Underhood Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) . . . . 340
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) . . . 342
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . 347
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . 351
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . 351
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . 357
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . 359
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . 359
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 360
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 363
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . 375
Towing the Vehicle
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . 378
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Appearance Care
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387

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4. After the system has completely cooled,check that the coolant level in the
reservoir.
5. If the coolant level is not visible or needsto be adjusted within the reservoir,
contact your dealer.
Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer fluid is needed, be
sure to read the manufacturer's instructions
before use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature may fall below
freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
protection against freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it.
Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See
Underhood Compartment Overview 0325 for
reservoir location.
Caution
.Do not use washer fluid that contains
any type of water repellent coating.
This can cause the wiper blades to
chatter or skip.
.Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze)
in the windshield washer. It can
damage the windshield washer system
and paint.
.Do not mix water with ready-to-use
washer fluid. Water can cause the
solution to freeze and damage the
washer fluid tank and other parts of
the washer system.
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
.When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer instructions
for adding water.
.Fill the washer fluid tank only
three-quarters full when it is very cold.
This allows for fluid expansion if
freezing occurs, which could damage
the tank if it is completely full.
Brakes
Disc brake linings have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched warning
sound when the brake linings are worn and
new linings are needed. The sound can come
and go or can be heard all the time when
the vehicle is moving, except when applying
the brake pedal firmly.
{Warning
The brake wear warning sound means
that soon the brakes will not work well.
That could lead to a crash. When the
brake wear warning sound is heard, have
the vehicle serviced.

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.Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh
cleaners.
.Ice scrapers or other hard items.
.Aftermarket appearance caps or covers
while the lamps are illuminated, due to
excessive heat generated.
Caution
Failure to clean lamps properly can cause
damage to the lamp cover that would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Using wax on low gloss black finish
stripes can increase the gloss level and
create a non-uniform finish. Clean low
gloss stripes with soap and water only.
Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes, between
the hood and windshield, when washing the
vehicle.
Shutter System
The vehicle may have a shutter system that
automatically closes the frontal cooling
openings. This system promotes airflow
around the vehicle, reducing drag and
providing energy savings. Ensure the shutter
system is clear of any visible debris, snow,
or ice. If the Service Vehicle Soon light
activates and remains after clearing the
shutter system, seeService Vehicle Soon
Light (Propulsion System Failure) 0115.
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield with
glass cleaner. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or
paper towel soaked with windshield washer
fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the
windshield thoroughly when cleaning the
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup
of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause
wiper streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or
damaged. Damage can be caused by
extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat,
sun, snow, and ice.
Weatherstrips
Apply weatherstrip lubricant on
weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate
weatherstrips once a year. Hot, dry climates
may require more frequent application. Black
marks from rubber material on painted
surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0392.
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean
the tires.

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Service and Maintenance
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389
Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
Multi-Point VehicleInspection (MPVI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Owner Checks and Services
Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 391
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Parts
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . 392
Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
General Information
Your vehicle is an important investment.
This section describes the required
maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this
schedule to help protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may also help to
maintain the value of the vehicle if it is
sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to
have all required maintenance performed.
Your dealer has trained technicians who can
perform required maintenance using genuine
replacement parts. They have up-to-date
tools and equipment for fast and accurate
diagnostics. Many dealers have extended
evening and Saturday hours, courtesy
transportation, and online scheduling to
assist with service needs.
Your dealer recognizes the importance of
providing competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained technicians,
the dealer is the place for routine
maintenance such as tire rotations and
additional maintenance items like tires,
brakes, batteries, and wiper blades.
Caution
Damage caused by improper maintenance
can lead to costly repairs and may not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance intervals, checks,
inspections, recommended fluids, and
lubricants are important to keep the
vehicle in good working condition.
Do not have chemical flushes that are not
approved by GM performed on the
vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents,
cleaners, or lubricants that are not
approved by GM could damage the
vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that
are not covered by the vehicle warranty.
The Tire Rotation and Required Services are
the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is
recommended to have your dealer perform
these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep
the vehicle in good working condition.

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Owner Checks and Services
Every Five Years
.Replace brake fluid every five years. See
Brake Fluid0329.
Every Seven Years
.Replace Air Conditioning Desiccant every
seven years. The air conditioning system
requires maintenance every seven years.
This service requires replacement of the
desiccant to help the longevity and
efficient operation of the air conditioning
system. This service can be complex. See
your dealer.
Multi-Point Vehicle
Inspection (MPVI)
A Multi Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
completed by a GM dealer technician is a
maintenance assessment of your vehicle.
The benefit of the MPVI is to identify and
inform the customer of service items that
require immediate attention and those that
may require attention in the future. The technician will perform the following
checks on your vehicle. For a complete list
of checks, inspections, and services, see your
dealer.
Some items may not apply to your vehicle
and/or region.
Diagnostics
.OnStar active, if equipped
.Service history/recall check
Exterior Lights
.Visual inspection
Windshield and Wipers
.Visual inspection
Battery
.Battery visual inspection
.Battery test results
.Battery cables and connections
Systems, Fluids, and Visible Leak
Inspection
.Electric Drive Unit
.Drive axle
.Transfer case
.Power electronics cooling system
.Windshield washer fluid
Tire Inspection
.Tire pressure, tread depth, and wear
.Rotation, if applicable
.Alignment check, optional
.Reset tire pressure monitor
.Check tire sealant expiration date,
if equipped
.Check spare tire, if equipped
Brakes
.Check brake system