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. Do not disconnect the USB

storage device while it is playing. This may cause damage to the product or affect the performance of the USB device.

. Disconnect the USB storage

device when the ignition is turned off. If the ignition is turned on while the USB device is connected, the USB device may be damaged or may not operate normally.

charge USB accessory equipment. The heat generated may cause performance issues or damage.

. Music files to which Digital Right

Management (DRM) is applied cannot be played.

. USB storage device capacity

limit is 2,500 music files, 2,500
photo files, 250 movie files, 2,500 folders, and 10 stages of folder structure. The iPod/iPhone can play all music files supported, but will only display up to 2,500 files on the screen in alphabetical order.

. Some iPod/iPhone product models may not support the connectivity or functionality of this product.

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. Only connect the iPod/iPhone

with connection cables supported by iPod/iPhone products. Other connection cables cannot be used.

. The iPod/iPhone may be

damaged if it is connected to the vehicle with the ignition on. When not in use, disconnect the iPod/iPhone.

. When the iPod/iPhone is

connected to the USB port by using the iPod/iPhone cable, the Bluetooth music is not supported.

. The iPod/iPhone playback

functions and the information displayed may be different when played on the infotainment system.

. Refer to the table for the

classification items related to the search function provided by the iPod/iPhone.

USB Player Playing Music from a USB Device . Connect the USB device to the

USB port.

. Play will start automatically after the system has finished reading the USB device. If a non-readable USB device is connected, an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function.

If the USB device is already connected: . Press {. . Touch AUDIO. . Touch Source. . Touch USB. To stop the USB device and select another media source, touch Source, then select the other source. To remove the USB device, select another function, then remove the USB device. Pause . Touch j to pause. . Touch r to resume.

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Changing to Next/Previous Files . Touch l to change to the

next file.

. Touch g within five seconds of

the playback time to play the previous file.

Returning to the Beginning of the Current File Touch g after five seconds of the playback time. Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold g or l during playback to rewind or fast forward. Release the button to resume playback at normal speed. Playing a File Randomly Touch Z during playback. . ON: Plays all files randomly. . OFF: Returns to normal

playback.

Using the USB Music Menu . Touch Menu during playback.

MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) . Connect a MTP supported

device.

. Play will start automatically after the system has finished reading the MTP device. If a non-readable MTP device is connected, an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function.

iPod/iPhone Player This feature is limited to models supporting the iPod/iPhone connection. Playing Music Files . Connect the iPod/iPhone to the

USB port.

. Play will start from the previously

played point after the system has finished reading the USB device. If a non-readable USB device is connected, an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function.

. Touch the desired menu. Browse Music 1. Touch Browse Music. 2. Touch the desired music. Tone Settings . Touch Tone Settings. The Tone Settings menu is displayed. See “Tone Settings” under “Radio Controls” in Operation 0 153.

Auto Volume . Touch Auto Volume. The Auto

Volume menu is displayed. See “Auto Volume” under “Radio Controls” in Operation 0 153.

Traffic Program (If Equipped) . Touch On or Off.

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If the iPod/iPhone is already connected: 1. Press {. 2. Touch AUDIO. 3. Touch Source. 4. Touch iPod. To stop the device and select another media source, touch Source, then select the other source. To remove the device, select another function, then remove the device. Pause . Touch j to pause. . Touch r to resume. Changing to Next/Previous Song . Touch l to change to the

next song.

. Touch g within three seconds of the playback time to play the previous file.

Returning to the Beginning of the Current File Touch g after three seconds of the playback time. Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold g or l during playback to rewind or fast forward. Release the button to resume playback at normal speed. Playing a File Randomly Touch Z during playback. . ON: Plays all files randomly. . OFF: Returns to normal

playback.

Using the iPod Menu . Touch Menu during playback. . Touch the appropriate

play mode. Browse Music 1. Touch Browse Music. 2. Touch the desired music.

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Tone Settings . Touch Tone Settings. The Tone Settings menu is displayed. See “Tone Settings” under “Radio Controls” in Operation 0 153.

Auto Volume . Touch Auto Volume. The Auto

Volume menu is displayed. See “Auto Volume” under “Radio Controls” in Operation 0 153.

Pictures and Movies (Picture System) The infotainment system can view picture files stored on a USB storage device and devices that support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP).

Picture System Information . Supported file extensions: .jpg,

.bmp, .png, .gif.

. Animated GIF files are not

supported.

. Some files may not operate due to a different recording format or the condition of the file.

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Viewing Pictures 1. Connect the USB device to the

USB port.

2. Touch the screen to open to full screen. Touch the screen again to return to the previous screen.

If the USB device is already connected: 1. Press {. 2. Touch GALLERY. 3. Touch \. Some features are disabled while the vehicle is in motion.

Viewing a Slide Show 1. Touch z from the picture

screen.

2. Touch the screen to cancel the

slide show during the slide show playback.

Viewing a Previous or Next Picture Touch S or T from the picture screen.

Rotating a Picture Touch w from the picture screen. Enlarging a Picture Touch x from the picture screen. Using the USB Picture Menu 1. Touch MENU from the picture

screen.

2. Touch the appropriate menu: . Slide Show Time: Allows

selection of the slide show interval.

. Clock, Temp. Display:

Allows selection of On or Off to show the clock and temperature on the full screen.

. Display Settings: Adjusts

for Brightness and Contrast.

3. Touch 4 to exit.

Pictures and Movies (Movie System) The infotainment system can play movie files stored on a USB storage device and devices that support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP).

Movie System Information . Available resolution: Lower than

1280 x 720 (W x H) pixels.

. Frame rate: Less than 30 fps. . Playable movie file: mp4. The playable movie file may not be played according to the codec format.

. Playable codec format: H.264

codec.

. Playable Audio format: MP3,

AC3, AAC, WMA. . Max video bitrate: ‐ mpeg-1: 8 Mbps ‐ mpeg-4 (mpg4, mp42, mp43):

4 Mbps

. Max audio bitrate: ‐ mp3: 320 Kbps

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‐ wma: 320 Kbps ‐ ac-3: 640 Kbps ‐ aac: 449 Kbps

. Movie files to which Digital Right

Management (DRM) is applied may not be played.

Playing a Movie File 1. Connect the USB device to the

USB port.

2. Touch the screen to open to full screen. Touch the screen again to return to the previous screen.

If the USB device is already connected: 1. Press {. 2. Touch GALLERY. 3. Touch z. Movie is not available while driving.

Pause . Touch j to pause. . Touch r to resume.

Changing to Next/Previous Movie . Touch u to change to the

next file.

. Touch t within five seconds of

the playback time to play the previous file.

Returning to the Beginning of the Current Movie Touch t after five seconds of the playback time.

Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold t or u during playback to rewind or fast forward. Release the button to resume playback at normal speed.

Viewing Full Screen Touch t from the movie screen. Touch t again to return to the previous screen.

Using the USB Movie Menu 1. Touch MENU from the movie

screen.

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2. Touch the appropriate menu: . Tone Settings: shows the sound setup. See “Tone Settings” in Operation 0 153.

. Auto Volume: Automatically

adjusts the volume according to the speed of the vehicle. See “Auto Volume” in Operation 0 153.

. Clock Temp. Display:

Allows selection of On or Off to show the clock and temperature on the full screen.

. Display Settings: Adjusts

for brightness and contrast.

3. Touch 4 to exit.

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Trademarks and License Agreements

FCC Information See Radio Frequency Statement 0 344.

Bluetooth® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

DivX Certified® to play DivX® video, including premium content. Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274.

DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, taxes, one time activation fee, and other fees may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at www.siriusxm.com. SiriusXM® service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. In Canada: Some deterioration of service may occur in extreme northern latitudes. This is beyond the control of SiriusXM® Satellite Radio. It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible with the SiriusXM Satellite Radio System or that support the SiriusXM website, the Online Service or any of its content. Furthermore, the AMBER voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including

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FreeType 2
Portions of this software are copyright ® 2007-2012 The FreeType Project (www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. Libjpeg The navigation software is based in part on the work of the independent JPEG Group.

patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. General Requirements: 1. A License Agreement from SiriusXM is required for any product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to be manufactured, distributed, or marketed in the SiriusXM Service Area.

2. For products to be distributed,

marketed, and/or sold in Canada, a separate agreement is required with Canadian Satellite Radio Inc. (operating as XM Canada).

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Climate Control Systems

Climate Control Systems

Automatic Climate Control System

Automatic Climate Control

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Dual Automatic Climate

Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Air Vents

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Maintenance

Passenger Compartment Air

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

1. Temperature Control 2. Air Delivery Mode Controls 3. O (Power) 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 5. A/C (Air Conditioning) 6. Recirculation 7. Fan Control

8. Rear Window Defogger 9. Defrost

Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature.

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When the AUTO indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan speed setting is adjusted, the AUTO indicator turns off and the selected settings will appear on the display. 1. Press AUTO. 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort.

O : Press to turn the fan off or on. Temperature Control : Turn the outer ring of the air vent clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature setting. Fan Control : Turn the outer ring of the air vent clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press the air delivery mode buttons to change the direction of the airflow. The indicator light in the button will turn on. The current mode appears in the display screen. Pressing either air delivery mode

button cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one or more of the following: X : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets. Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. [ : Air is directed to the floor outlets. 0 : Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is only directed to the windshield and side window outlets. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear.

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Air Conditioning A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning on or off. An indicator light turns on. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioning will not run, but the indicator light will be lit. The air conditioning might automatically come on when 0 is selected. @ : Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated inside the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or reduce the outside air and odors that may enter. Operation in the recirculation mode while the air conditioner is off increases humidity and may cause the windows to fog. Recirculation is not available in the defrost or defog modes. To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation

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when the vehicle is started remotely. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33. The system uses the driver’s previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start. When enabled, the front heated seats; if equipped, will turn on automatically if it is cold outside. See Vehicle Personalization 0 133. The heated seat indicator lights do not come on during a remote start.

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light will not come on. Press @ to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air. Rear Window Defogger 1 : Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The defogger turns off if the ignition is turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or OFF. Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear.

Caution

Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

Remote Start Climate Control Operation, If Equipped : The climate control system may run

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System

The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls

2. Air Delivery Mode Controls 3. O (Power) 4. SYNC (Synchronized

Temperature)

5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. A/C (Air Conditioning) 7. Recirculation

8. Driver and Passenger Heated

and Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)

9. Defrost 10. Rear Window Defogger 11. Fan Control

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Automatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When the AUTO indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan speed setting is adjusted, the AUTO indicator turns off and the selected settings will appear on the display. 1. Press AUTO. 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort.

Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls : The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger. Turn the outer ring of the air vents clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the driver or passenger temperature setting. The setting will appear on the temperature display.

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SYNC : Press to link the passenger climate temperature settings to the driver setting. The SYNC indicator light will turn on. When the passenger settings are adjusted, the SYNC indicator light turns off.

Manual Operation O : Press to turn the fan off or on. h or i : Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press the air delivery mode buttons to change the direction of the airflow. The indicator light in the button will turn on. The current mode appears in the display screen. Pressing either air delivery mode button cancels automatic air delivery control and the direction of the airflow is controlled manually. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. To change the current mode, select one or more of the following: X : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets.

Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. [ : Air is directed to the floor outlets. 0 : Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is only directed to the windshield and side window outlets. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear. Air Conditioning A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning on or off. An indicator light turns on. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioning will not run, but the indicator light will be lit. The air conditioning might automatically come on when 0 is selected.

@ : Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated inside the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or reduce the outside air and odors that may enter. Operation in the recirculation mode while the air conditioner is off increases humidity and may cause the windows to fog. Recirculation is not available in the defrost or defog modes. To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on. Press @ to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air. Rear Window Defogger 1 : Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The defogger turns off if the ignition is turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or OFF.

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Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear.

Caution

Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

M or L (If Equipped) : Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat. Press C or {, if equipped, to cool the driver or passenger seat. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 53.

Remote Start Climate Control Operation, If Equipped : The climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33. The system uses the driver’s previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle. The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start. When enabled, the front heated seats; if equipped, will turn on automatically if it is cold outside. See Vehicle Personalization 0 133. The heated seat indicator lights do not come on during a remote start.

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Air Vents Use the air outlets in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow.

Operation Tips

In defog or defrost mode, warm air flows from side air outlets. To improve side window defogging or defrosting, direct side air outlets toward the side windows.

. Clear away any ice, snow,

or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle.

. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively.

. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle.

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Maintenance

Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter reduces dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter will need to be replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule 0 317. Using the climate control system without an air filter installed is not recommended. Water or other debris could enter the system and result in leaks or noises. Always install a new filter when removing the old filter. For more information on filter replacement, see your dealer.

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Driving Information

Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Track Events and Competitive

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 193
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 194
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 195
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 196

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 200
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 206

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Active Fuel Management® . . . . 207

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 209
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211

Manual Transmission

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 213
Active Rev Match . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 216
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 218

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . 221
Competitive Driving Mode . . . . 224
Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . 226

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Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226

Driver Assistance Systems

Driver Assistance Systems . . . 229
Assistance Systems for

Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 230

Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 232

Fuel

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
California Fuel

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 236
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

Trailer Towing General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

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Driving Information

Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away from the road. Many local governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Become familiar with the local laws in your area. To avoid distracted driving, always keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Do not use a phone in

demanding driving situations. Use a hands-free method to place or receive necessary phone calls.

. Watch the road. Do not read,

take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices.

. Designate a front seat

passenger to handle potential distractions.

. Become familiar with vehicle

features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings. Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving.

. Wait until the vehicle is parked

to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor.

. Stop or park the vehicle to tend

to children.

. Keep pets in an appropriate

carrier or restraint.

. Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with a passenger or on a cell phone.

{ Warning

Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving.

Refer to the infotainment section for more information on using that system and the navigation system, if equipped, including pairing and using a cell phone.

Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts 0 54. . Assume that other road users

(pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready.

. Allow enough following distance

between you and the driver in front of you.

. Focus on the task of driving.

Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.

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{ Warning

Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.

Control of a Vehicle Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving.

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time.

Average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency. Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: . Keep enough distance between

you and the vehicle in front of you.

. Avoid needless heavy braking. . Keep pace with traffic. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.

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Steering

Electric Power Steering The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered, but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held against that position for an extended period of time, power steering assist may be reduced. If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time, power assist may be reduced. Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down. See specific vehicle steering messages under Service Vehicle Messages 0 130. See your dealer if there is a problem.

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Curve Tips . Take curves at a reasonable

speed.

. Reduce speed before entering a

curve.

. Maintain a reasonable steady

speed through the curve.

. Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway.

Steering in Emergencies . There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking.

. Holding both sides of the

steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand.

. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking.

Off-Road Recovery

The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips: 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement.

2. Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.

3. Turn the steering wheel to go

straight down the roadway.

Loss of Control

Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Braking Skid — wheels are not

rolling.

. Steering or Cornering Skid —

too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.

. Acceleration Skid — too much

throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.

Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: . Ease your foot off the

accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.

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The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs.

. Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions. Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface — and slow down when you have any doubt.

. Try to avoid sudden steering,

acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide.

Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid.

Track Events and Competitive Driving Track events or competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty. See the warranty manual before using the vehicle for racing or other competitive driving. The Engine Sound Management setting (if equipped) should not be set to “Stealth Mode” during track events and competitive driving. See Driver Mode Control 0 221.

Engine Oil

Caution

If you use the vehicle for racing or other competitive driving, the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine. For information on how to add oil, see Engine Oil 0 247. Be sure to check the oil level often during racing or other competitive driving and keep the

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level at or near the upper mark that shows the proper operating range on the engine oil dipstick.

6.2L (LT1) Engine Change the engine oil to 0W-40 or 5W-40 that meets the dexos2™ specification. If this oil is not available, the following oils can be used as an alternative: Valvoline® SYNPOWER MST 5W-40, Mobil® 1
ESP Formula M 5W-40. See Capacities and Specifications 0 331.

Rear Axle Fluid Axles must have 2400 km (1500 mi) before being used in track driving. The rear axle fluid temperatures may be higher than when driving in severe conditions. Drain and refill with new fluid after the first racing or competitive driving event, and then after every 24 hours of racing or competitive driving. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 326.

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Caution

During a first time track or racing event, high rear axle temperatures can occur. Damage could be caused to the rear axle and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not drive as long or as fast the first time the vehicle is driven on the track or raced.

Brake Fluid For track events or competitive driving, it is recommended that the brake fluid be replaced with a high performance brake fluid that has a dry boiling point greater than 279 °C (534 °F). After conversion to the high performance brake fluid, follow the brake fluid service recommendations outlined by the fluid manufacturer. Do not use silicone or DOT-5 brake fluids.

Brake Burnishing To prepare the Camaro brake systems for track events and racing, complete the appropriate high performance brake burnishing procedure described below. New brake pads must be burnished before racing or competitive driving.

Caution

These procedures are specific to the Camaro SS, or LT with Y4Q Heavy Duty Cooling System that is equipped with J55 brakes. This procedure should not be run on other Camaro models as damage may result.

Caution

The new vehicle break-in period should be completed before performing the brake burnishing procedure or damage may occur to the powertrain/engine. See New Vehicle Break-In 0 200.

When performed as instructed, this procedure will not damage the brakes. During the burnishing procedure, the brake pads will smoke and produce an odor. The braking force and pedal travel may increase. After the procedure is complete, the brake pads may appear white at the rotor contact. Run this procedure in a safe manner and in compliance with all local and state ordinances/laws regarding motor vehicle operation. Run this procedure only on dry pavement.

Racing/Track Brake Burnishing Procedure

Caution

Brake pedal fade will occur during this track burnish procedure and can cause brake pedal travel and force to increase. This could extend stopping distance until the brakes are fully burnished.

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1. Apply the brakes 25 times

starting at 100 km/h (60 mph) to 50 km/h (30 mph) while decelerating at 0.4 g. This is a medium brake application. Drive for at least 1 km (0.6 mi) between applying the brakes. This first step may be skipped if there are more than 320 km (200 mi) on the brake pads. 2. Repeatedly apply the brakes

from 100 km/h (60 mph) to 25 km/h (15 mph) while decelerating at 0.8 g. This is a hard brake application, without activating the Antilock Brake System (ABS). Drive for at least 1 km (0.6 mi) between stops. Repeat until the brake pedal travel starts to increase. Depending on conditions, this should take no longer than 25
brake applications.

3. Cool down: Drive at 100 km/h

(60 mph) for approximately 15 km (10 mi) without using the brakes.

4. Apply the brakes 25 times from

100 km/h (60 mph) to 50 km/h (30 mph) while decelerating at 0.4 g. This is a medium brake application. Drive for at least 1 km (0.6 mi) between applications.

Front Tire Deflectors, Lower Control Arm Deflectors, and Disc Splash Shields (SS Only) Before any racing event, remove the tire deflectors in the front of the vehicle, and replace the original deflector and splash shield with the tall deflector and small splash shield.

Caution

Race track driving with the original front disc brake splash shield and front tire deflector may result in brake pedal fade due to high rotor temperatures.

To install the tall deflector and small splash shield:

1. Remove the tire deflector. 2. Remove the front wheels.

3. Remove the calipers (3) from

the knuckle.

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4. Remove the brake rotors (2). 5. Remove the original front

splash shields (1).

6. Remove the lower control arm

deflectors.

7. Detach the engine harness

clips from the lower control arm deflector and remove the lower control arm.

8.

Install the small splash shields with two screws (2) per corner. Torque to 9 Y (80 lb inch).

Caution

Failure to reattach the engine harness clips correctly could cause possible interference with the wheel speed sensor and vehicle damage.

9. Re-attach the engine harness clips by pushing them from the bottom up, on the back tab. On the original deflector, the push pins are pushed from the top down. Install the tall deflectors with three screws (1) per corner. Torque to 3.3 Y (29 lb inch). Install the front rotors with one screw per corner. Torque to 9 Y (80 lb inch).

10.

11.

12. Apply liquid thread adhesive to the caliper bolts (GM Part No. 9985399 – Loctite 272 – GoodWrench 12345493). Install the calipers with two screws (1) per corner. Torque the caliper bolts to 200 Y (148 lb ft).

13. Reinstall the front wheels using

the wheel nut torque. See Capacities and Specifications 0 331.

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15. Reinstall the tire deflectors.

Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep-standing or flowing water.

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Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away. If this

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happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water.

Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet. Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: . Allow extra following distance. . Pass with caution.

Caution

After a track event, remove the tall deflector and the small splash shield and reinstall the original deflector and splash shield. Failure to reinstall the original parts may lead to corrosion, loss of output, noise, premature brake pad and rotor wear, reduced high-speed wet braking, and damage to the tall deflector.

14. After a track event, repeat the

steps to reinstall the original lower control arm deflectors and splash shields.

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. Keep windshield wiping

equipment in good shape.

. Keep the windshield washer fluid

reservoir filled.

. Have good tires with proper

tread depth. See Tires 0 274.

. Turn off cruise control.

Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in

good shape.

. Check all fluid levels and brakes,

tires, cooling system, and transmission.

. Shift to a lower gear when going

down steep or long hills.

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reduce brake performance, and could result in a loss of braking. Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope.

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Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear.

. Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross the center line.

. Be alert on top of hills;

something could be in your lane (e.g., stalled car, accident).

. Pay attention to special road signs (e.g., falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action.

Winter Driving

Driving on Snow or Ice Snow or ice between the tires and the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated.

For Slippery Road Driving: . Accelerate gently. Accelerating

too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick.

. Turn on Traction Control. See

Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 219.

. The Antilock Brake System

(ABS) improves vehicle stability during hard stops, but the brakes should be applied sooner

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than when on dry pavement. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) 0 216.

. Allow greater following distance and watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas. The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while on ice.

. Turn off cruise control. Blizzard Conditions Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 338. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on the hazard warning

flashers.

. Tie a red cloth to an outside

mirror.

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Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle is stuck in snow:

. Clear snow from the base of

the vehicle, especially any blocking the exhaust pipe. . Open a window about 5 cm

(2 in) on the vehicle side that is away from the wind, to bring in fresh air.

. Fully open the air outlets on

or under the instrument panel.

. Adjust the climate control system to circulate the air inside the vehicle and set

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the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems.”

For more information about CO, see Engine Exhaust 0 208.

To save fuel, run the engine for short periods to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and partially close the window. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes time for help to arrive, when running the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible, to save fuel.

If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.

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If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the rocking method. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 219.

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If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km/h (35 mph).

Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting

gears. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle. If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries, it might need to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, see Towing the Vehicle 0 305.

Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on the vehicle may show how much weight it may properly carry: the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.

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Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a crash. Overloading can also reduce stopping distance, damage the tires, and shorten the life of the vehicle.

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Tire and Loading Information Label

Label Example

A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (1), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (2) in kilograms and pounds.

The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (3) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (4). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires 0 274 and Tire Pressure 0 282. There is also important loading information on the Certification label. It may show the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle. See “Certification Label” later in this section. “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit– 1. Locate the statement "The

combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard.

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2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals

the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)

5. Determine the combined

weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely

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6.

exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.”

This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.

Example 1

Example 2

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).

2. Subtract Occupant

Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs).

3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs).

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).

2. Subtract Occupant

Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight

= 113 kg (250 lbs).

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weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight.

Certification Label

Example 3

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).

2. Subtract Occupant

Weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).

3. Available Cargo Weight

= 0 kg (0 lbs).

Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined

Label Example

A vehicle-specific Certification label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar). The label may show the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.

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Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.

. Put things in the cargo

area of the vehicle. In the cargo area, put them as far forward as possible. Try to spread the weight evenly.

. Never stack heavier

things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats.

. Do not leave an

unsecured child restraint in the vehicle.

. Secure loose items in the

vehicle.

. Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed.

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New Vehicle Break-In

Caution

Follow these recommended guidelines during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi) of driving this vehicle. Parts have a break-in period and performance will be better in the long run.

. For the first

2 414 km (1,500 mi):

. Avoid full throttle starts and

abrupt stops.

. Do not exceed 4000

engine rpm.

. Avoid driving at any one

constant speed, fast or slow.

. Do not drive above 129 km/h (80 mph). . Do not tow a trailer.

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first 322 km (200 mi). New tires do not have maximum traction and may tend to slip.

. New brake linings also need

a break-in period. Avoid making hard stops during the first 322 km (200 mi). This is recommended every time brake linings are replaced.

. Should the vehicle be used

for racing or competitive driving (after break-in), the rear axle lubricant must be replaced before hand.

See Track Events and Competitive Driving 0 189.

. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle when the engine speed will exceed 4,000 rpm.

. Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a manual transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule applies at all times, not just during the break-in period.

. Do not participate in racing

events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during this break-in period. . Check engine oil with every

refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi).

. To break in new tires, drive

at moderate speeds and avoid hard cornering for the

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