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If the vehicle tires must be replaced
with a tire that does not have a TPC
Spec number, make sure they are the
same size, load range, speed rating, and
construction (radial) as the original
tires.
The Tire and Loading Information label
indicates the original equipment tires
on the vehicle. SeeVehicle Load Limits
0 171.
Different Size Tires and Wheels
If wheels or tires are installed that are a
different size than the original equipment
wheels and tires, vehicle performance,
including its braking, ride and handling
characteristics, stability, and resistance to
rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has
electronic systems such as antilock brakes,
rollover airbags, traction control, electronic
stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the
performance of these systems can also be
affected.
{Warning
If different sized wheels are used, there
may not be an acceptable level of
performance and safety if tires not
recommended for those wheels are
selected. This increases the chance of a
crash and serious injury. Only use GM
specific wheel and tire systems developed
for the vehicle, and have them properly
installed by a GM certified technician.
See Buying New Tires 0256 and
Accessories and Modifications 0216.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The following information relates to the
system developed by the United States
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA), which grades
tires by treadwear, traction, and
temperature performance. This applies
only to vehicles sold in the United
States. The grades are molded on the
sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
The Uniform Tire Quality Grading
(UTQG) system does not apply to deep
tread, winter tires, compact spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some
limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General
Motors passenger cars and light trucks
may vary with respect to these grades,
they must also conform to federal
safety requirements and additional
General Motors Tire Performance
Criteria (TPC) standards.
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to
Federal Safety Requirements In Addition
To These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1½)

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Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North America
For more information about the vehicle
battery, seeBattery - North America 0230.
If the battery has run down, try to use
another vehicle and some jumper cables to
start your vehicle. Be sure to use the
following steps to do it safely.
{Warning
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories can expose you to
chemicals including lead and lead
compounds, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
See California Proposition 65 Warning 01.
{Warning
Batteries can hurt you. They can be
dangerous because:
.They contain acid that can burn you.
.They contain gas that can explode or
ignite.
.They contain enough electricity to
burn you.
If you do not follow these steps exactly,
some or all of these things can hurt you.
Caution
Ignoring these steps could result in costly
damage to the vehicle that would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying
to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling
it will not work, and it could damage the
vehicle.
Caution
If the jumper cables are connected or
removed in the wrong order, electrical
shorting may occur and damage the
vehicle. The repairs would not be covered
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
by the vehicle warranty. Always connect
and remove the jumper cables in the
correct order, making sure that the cables
do not touch each other or other metal.
Connection Points and Sequence
1. Discharged Battery Positive (+) Terminal
2. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal
3. Good Battery Negative (−) Terminal
4. Discharged Battery Negative (−) Terminal

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The discharged battery positive (+) terminal
and the discharged battery negative (–)
terminal are in the engine compartment on
the driver side of the vehicle.
The good battery negative (–) terminal and
the good battery positive (+) terminal are on
the battery of the vehicle providing the
jump start.
The discharged battery positive (+) terminal
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. See Shifting Into Park 0181
with an automatic 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.
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 discharged battery
positive (+) terminal.
6. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the good battery
positive (+) terminal.

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Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it
often and out of direct sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-based, acidic,
or abrasive cleaning agents as they can
damage the vehicle's paint, metal,
or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning products can
be obtained from your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding correct
product usage, necessary safety
precautions, and appropriate disposal of
any vehicle care product.
Caution
Avoid using high-pressure washes closer
than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the
vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding
8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in
damage or removal of paint and decals.If using an automatic car wash, follow the
car wash instructions. The windshield wiper
and rear window wiper, if equipped, must
be off. Remove any accessories that may be
damaged or interfere with the car wash
equipment.
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and
after, to remove all cleaning agents
completely. If they are allowed to dry on
the surface, they could stain.
Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or
an all-cotton towel to avoid surface
scratches and water spotting.
Cleaning Underhood Components
Caution
Do not power wash any component
under the hood that has this
e
symbol.
This could cause damage that would not
be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Solvents or aggressive cleaners may harm
underhood components. The usages of these
chemicals should be avoided.
Recommend water only. A pressure washer may be used, but care
must be utilized. The following criteria must
be followed:
.Water pressure must be kept below
14 000 KPa (2,000 PSI).
.Water temperature must be below 80 °C
(180 °F).
.Spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle
spray pattern or wider must be used.
.Nozzle must be kept at least 30 cm (1 ft)
away from all surfaces.
Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/
wax materials is not recommended.
If painted surfaces are damaged, see your
dealer to have the damage assessed and
repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium
chloride and other salts, ice melting agents,
road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage the vehicle's finish if they remain
on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as
soon as possible. If necessary, use
non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe
for painted surfaces to remove foreign
matter.

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316 Index
IndexA
About Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
AdaptiveCruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 192
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214
Additional OnStar Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Adjustments
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Agreements
Trademarks and License . . . . . . . . . . . 133, 155
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . 163
Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . 48
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 48 Airbag System (cont'd)
What Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 47
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle . . . . . . . 53
Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Replacing System Parts after a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . 53
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Alert Lane Change (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Rear Cross Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119, 138
Antenna Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121, 141
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . 127, 149

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S
SafetyLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121, 140
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Buckle To Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 39
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Seats (cont'd)
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68, 70
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 216
Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . 286
Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 150
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Sidemarker Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Spare Tire
Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
Status Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Storage Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Instrument Panel Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77