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the vehicle.
To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle parked: . Become familiar with the
features of the cell phone. Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries. If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts.
. Review the controls and
operation of the infotainment system.
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. Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle.
The system may not work with all cell phones. See “Pairing” in this section. If the cell phone has voice dialing capability, learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list. See “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section.
. See “Storing and Deleting Phone
Numbers” in this section.
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When using a cell phone, it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment system. 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.
Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a Hands-Free Profile to
make and receive phone calls. The infotainment system and voice recognition are used to control the system. The system can be used while in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth for more information about compatible phones. Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons on the infotainment system and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system.
Steering Wheel Controls b / g (Push to Talk): Press to answer incoming calls, confirm system information, and start voice recognition. $ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to end a call, reject a call, or cancel an operation.
Infotainment System Controls To navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Overview on page 7-3. v / > (Phone/Mute): Press to enter the Phone main menu. Voice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the system and dial phone numbers. Noise: The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise. When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice command. Wait for the tone and then speak. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice. Audio System When using the Bluetooth system, sound comes through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system. Use the
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VOL/ O knob during a call to change the volume level. The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls. The system maintains a minimum volume level. Other Information 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. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15.
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) To navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Overview on page 7-3. Pairing If equipped, a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it
can be used. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
Pairing Information . A Bluetooth phone with MP3
capability cannot be paired to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time. Pairing as a MP3 player may not be available on all vehicles.. Up to five cell phones can be
paired to the Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving.
. Pairing only needs to be
completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system.
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. Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time. If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system. To connect to a different paired phone, see “Connecting to a Different Phone” later in this section.
Pairing a Phone 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or
Bluetooth Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Pair Device (Phone).
A four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) appears on the display. The PIN is used in Step 6.
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5. Start the pairing process on the
2. Select Phone Settings or
cell phone to be paired to the vehicle. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for information on this process.
Bluetooth Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Device List.
6. Locate the device named “Your
Vehicle” in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 4. After the PIN is successfully entered, the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone. This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle. The system responds with “
has been successfully paired” after the pairing process is complete. 7. Repeat Steps 1-6 to pair
additional phones.
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press the CONFIG button.
Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or
Bluetooth Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Device List. 5. Select the phone to delete and follow the on screen prompts.
Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different phone, the new phone must be in the vehicle and available to be connected to the Bluetooth system before the process is started. 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or
Bluetooth Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth.
4. Select Device List. 5. Select the new phone to connect
to and follow the on screen prompts. If delete is selected, the highlighted phone will be deleted.
Making a Call Using the Phone Book For cell phones that support the phone book feature, the Bluetooth system can use the contacts stored on your cell phone to make calls. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide or contact your wireless provider to find out if this feature is supported by your phone. When a cell phone supports the phone book feature, the Phone Book and Call Lists menus are automatically available. The Phone Book menu allows you to access the phone book stored in the cell phone to make a call.
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The Call Lists menu allows you to access the phone numbers from the Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and Missed Calls menus on your cell phone to make a call. To make a call using the Phone Book menu: 1. Press v / > once or twice (depending on the radio).
2. Select Phone Book. 3. Search through the list by
selecting the letter group the phone book entry begins with, or press the TUNE/MENU button to scroll through the entire list of names/numbers in the phone book.
4. Select the name or number you
want to call.
To make a call using the Call Lists menu: 1. Press v / > once or twice (depending on the radio).
2. Select Call Lists.
3. Select the Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, or Missed Calls list.
4. Select the name or number you
want to call. Making a Call To make a call: 1. Press v / > once or twice (depending on the radio).
2. Enter the character sequence. 3. Select Call to start dialing the
number.
Accepting or Declining a Call When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.
Accepting a Call Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to “Answer” and press the TUNE/ MENU knob to accept the call.
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Declining a Call Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to “Decline” and press the TUNE/ MENU knob to decline the call. Call Waiting If equipped, call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
Accepting a Call Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to “Answer” and press the TUNE/ MENU knob to accept the call.
Declining a Call Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to “Decline” and press the TUNE/ MENU knob to decline the call.
Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting Calls Only) To switch between calls: 1. Turn or press the TUNE/
MENU knob.
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2. Select Switch Call from
the menu.
Conference Calling If equipped, conference calling and three-way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. To start a conference while in a current call: 1. Turn or press the TUNE/
MENU knob.
2. Select Enter Number. 3. Enter the character sequence
then select Call.
4. After the call has been placed, turn or press the TUNE/MENU knob and choose Merge Calls.
5. To add more callers to the
conference call, repeat Steps 1
−4. The number of callers that can be added is limited by your wireless service carrier.Ending a Call Turn or press the TUNE/MENU knob and select Hang Up. Muting a Call
To Mute a Call Turn or press the TUNE/MENU knob and select Mute Call.
To Cancel Mute Turn or press the TUNE/MENU knob and select Mute Call. Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call. This is used when calling a menu-driven phone system. 1. Turn or press the TUNE/MENU knob and select Enter Number. 2. Enter the character sequence.
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)
Using Voice Recognition To use voice recognition if equipped, press the b / g button on the steering wheel. Use the commands below for the various voice features. For additional information, say "Help" while you are in a voice recognition menu. Pairing A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
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Pairing Information . A Bluetooth phone with MP3
capability cannot be paired to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time. Pairing as a MP3 player may not be available on all vehicles.. Up to five cell phones can be
paired to the Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving.
. Pairing only needs to be
completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system.
. Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time. If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system. To connect to a
different paired phone, see “Connecting to a Different Phone” later in this section.
Pairing a Phone 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command
can be skipped.
3. Say “Pair.” The system responds with instructions and a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5.
4. Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair. For help with this process, see your cell phone manufacturer's user guide.
5. Locate the device named “Your
Vehicle” in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3. After the PIN is successfully entered, the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone.
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This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle. The system responds with “
has been successfully paired” after the pairing process is complete. 6. Repeat Steps 1−5 to pair
additional phones.
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it. If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle, the system responds with “is connected” after that phone name. 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “List.”
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Deleting a Paired Phone If the phone name you want to delete is unknown, see “Listing All Paired and Connected Phones.” 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Delete.” The system asks
for which phone to delete.
4. Say the name of the phone you
want to delete.
Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in the order in which all the available cell phones were paired. Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to, you may have to use this command several times. 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Change phone.”
If another cell phone is found, the response will be “
is now connected.” If another cell phone is not found, the original phone remains connected. Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The system can store up to 30
phone numbers as name tags in the Hands-Free Directory that is shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems. The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers. Store: This command will store a phone number, or a group of numbers as a name tag. Digit Store: This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time.Delete: This command is used to delete individual name tags. Delete All Name Tags: This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory. Using the “Store” Command 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Store.” 3. Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses, then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number.
Using the “Digit Store” Command If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say “Clear” at any time to clear the last number.
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To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say “Verify” at any time. 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Digit Store.” 3. Say each digit, one at a time,
that you want to store. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say “Store,” and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number.
Using the “Delete” Command 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say the name tag you want to
delete.
Using the “Delete All Name Tags” Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory. To delete all name tags: 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Delete all name tags.” Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all stored numbers and name tags. Using the “List” Command 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Directory.” 3. Say “Hands-Free Calling.” 4. Say “List.”
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Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands. Dial or Call: The call command can be used to call a phone number or a stored name tag Digit Dial: This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time. Re-dial: This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone. Using the “Dial” or “Call” Command 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” 3. Say the entire number without pausing or say the name tag.
Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers.
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Calling 911 Emergency 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” 3. Say “911” without pausing. Say
“Dial” or “Call.”
Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Using the “Digit Dial” Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say “Clear” at any time to clear the last number.
To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say “Verify” at any time. 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Digit Dial.” 3. Say each digit, one at a time,
that you want to dial. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say “Dial.”
Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Using the “Re-dial” Command 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The
system dials the last number called from the connected cell phone.
Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Receiving a Call When an incoming call is received, the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. . Press b / g to answer the call. . Press $ / i to ignore a call. Call Waiting If equipped, call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. . Press b / g to answer an
incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed on hold.
. Press b / g again to return to
the original call. To ignore the incoming call, no action is required.
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. Press $ / i to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold.
Three-Way Calling If equipped, three-way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. 1. While on a call, press b / g. 2. Say “Three-way call.” 3. Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called.
4. Once the call is connected, press b / g to connect all callers together.
Ending a Call Press $ / i to end a call. Muting a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them.
To mute a call, press b / g , and then say “Mute Call.” To cancel mute, press b / g , and then say “Un-mute Call.” Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone. The cell phone must be paired and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred. The connection process can take up to two minutes after the ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
To Transfer Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle: 1. Press b / g. 2. Say “Transfer Call.”
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To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone, press b / g. The audio transfers to the vehicle. If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle, use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide. Voice Pass-Thru Voice pass-thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. To access contacts stored in the cell phone: 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command
can be skipped.
3. Say “Voice.” The system responds “OK, accessing
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Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the previous sections on “Deleting a Paired Phone,” “Using the ‘Delete’ Command,” and “Using the ‘Delete All Name Tags’ Command.”
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The cell phone's normal prompt messages will go through their cycle according to the phone's operating instructions. Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call. You can use this feature when calling a menu-driven phone system. Account numbers can also be stored for use.
Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1. Press b / g. The system
responds “Ready,” followed by a tone.
2. Say “Dial.” 3. Say the number or name tag
to send.
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Climate Control Systems
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The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
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Dual Automatic Climate ControlSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-101. Fan Control 2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/Eco
7. Recirculation 8. Rear Window Defogger
Air Conditioning
3. Air Delivery Modes 4. Defrost 5. Temperature Control 6. Heated Seats (If Equipped)
Climate Control Influence on eAssist Operation and Fuel Economy (If Equipped) The climate control system is dependent upon other vehicle systems for heat and power input.
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Certain climate control settings can lead to higher fuel usage and/or fewer auto stops. The following are climate control settings that use more fuel: . Comfort air conditioning mode. . Defrost mode. . Setting the climate control to the
coldest or hottest temperature.
. High fan speed settings. To help reduce fuel usage: . Use eco air conditioning, instead
of the comfort air conditioning.
. Select a temperature setting that
is higher in hot weather and lower in cold weather. Turn off the air conditioning when it is not needed.
. Only use defrost to clear the
windows.
Temperature Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the driver or passenger temperature setting.
Fan Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Air Delivery Modes: Press Y, \, [ , or - to change the direction of the airflow. An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button. Y (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. \ (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. [ (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets. - (Defog): Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets to clear the windows of fog or moisture. 0 (Defrost): Press to clear the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
# (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning on or off. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run and the indicator light turns off. # (Comfort/Eco Air Conditioning): Press to cycle between the off, comfort, and eco (economy) air conditioning modes. The indicator will be lit in comfort and eco modes and turns off when there is no A/C function. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run and the indicator light turns off. For eco a/c, press #. The indicator will turn green. This setting balances fuel economy and air conditioning comfort. In warm weather conditions, auto stops may occur more frequently and the vehicle interior may be warmer as compared to the comfort air conditioning. This setting allows
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higher humidity inside the vehicle and window fogging before the engine restarts. Pressing the 0 button during an auto stop will restart the engine to prevent window fogging. To reach comfort levels quickly during an auto stop, the engine will restart if the air conditioner is off and AUTO or # is selected. For comfort a/c, press # again. The indicator will turn amber. When the indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster. h (Recirculation): Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering.
M or L (Heated Seats, If Equipped): Press to turn the heated seats on or off. See Heated Front Seats on page 3-7. Rear Window Defogger = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes. If turned on again, it runs for about five minutes before turning off. At higher speeds, the rear window defogger may stay on continuously. If equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors, they turn on with the rear window defogger and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors on page 2-20.
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Using a razor blade or sharp object on the inside rear window can damage the antenna or defogger. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not stick anything to the rear window.
Sensors The solar sensor on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat. The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort. If the sensor is covered, the automatic climate control system may not work properly.
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Dual Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/Eco
Air Conditioning
3. Air Delivery Modes 4. Defrost 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Recirculation 8. Fan Control 9. Rear Window Defogger 10. SYNC
Climate Control Influence on eAssist Operation and Fuel Economy (If Equipped) The climate control system is dependent upon other vehicle systems for heat and power input. Certain climate control settings can lead to higher fuel usage and/or fewer auto stops. The following are climate control settings that use more fuel: . Comfort air conditioning mode. . Defrost mode. . Extreme temperature settings,
such as 15°C (60°F) or 32°C (90°F).
. High fan speed settings. To help reduce fuel usage: . Use the full automatic control as
described under “Automatic Operation.”
. Use eco air conditioning, instead
of the comfort air conditioning.
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. Select a temperature setting that
is higher in hot weather and lower in cold weather. Turn off the air conditioning when it is not needed.
. Only use defrost to clear the
windows.
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 indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted, the auto indicator turns off and displays will show the selected settings. To place the system in automatic mode: 1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Then adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort.
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 h to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air.
Manual Operation Driver and Passenger Temperature Control: The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and passenger. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the driver or passenger temperature setting. SYNC: Press to link all climate zone settings to the driver settings. The SYNC indicator light will turn
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on. When the passenger settings are adjusted, the SYNC indicator light turns off. Fan Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. Air Delivery Modes: Press Y, \, [ , or - to change the direction of the airflow. An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button. Changing the mode cancels the automatic operation and the system goes into manual mode. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. Y (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. \ (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. [ (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets.
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- (Defog): Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets to clear the windows of fog or moisture. 0 (Defrost): Press to clear the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. # (Air Conditioning (For Non-eAssist Vehicles)): Press to turn the air conditioning on or off. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run and the indicator light turns off. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs as needed. When the indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster.
# (Comfort/Eco Air Conditioning (For eAssist Vehicles)): Press to cycle between the off, comfort, and eco (economy) air conditioning modes. The indicator will be lit in comfort and eco modes and turns off when there is no A/C function. If the fan is turned off or the outside temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run and the indicator light turns off. For eco a/c, press #. The indicator will turn green. This setting balances fuel economy and air conditioning comfort. In warm weather conditions, auto stops may occur more frequently and the vehicle interior may be warmer as compared to the comfort air conditioning. This setting allows higher humidity inside the vehicle and window fogging before the engine restarts.
Pressing the 0 button during an auto stop will restart the engine to prevent window fogging. To reach comfort levels quickly during an auto stop, the engine will restart if the air conditioner is off and AUTO or # is selected. If temperature controls are adjusted cooler by more than 1°C (1°F) during an auto stop, the engine will restart to ensure that comfort is reached. For comfort a/c, press # again. The indicator will turn amber. Pressing # again cancels automatic air conditioning and turns off the air conditioner. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation and the air conditioner runs automatically as needed. When the indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs automatically to cool the air inside the vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog the windshield faster.
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h (Recirculation): Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering. Auto Defog: The climate control system has a sensor that automatically detects high humidity inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed may slightly increase to help prevent fogging. If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging, it returns to normal operation. To turn Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-34. M or L (Heated Seats, If Equipped): Press to turn the heated seats on or off. See Heated Front Seats on page 3-7.
Rear Window Defogger = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off automatically after about 10 minutes. If turned on again, it runs for about five minutes before turning off. At higher speeds, the rear window defogger may stay on continuously. If equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors, they turn on with the rear window defogger and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror. See Heated Mirrors on page 2-20.
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covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not stick anything to the rear window.
Remote Start Climate Control Operation: If equipped with the remote start, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. 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. The front heated seats will turn on if it is cold outside. The heated seat indicator lights do not come on during a remote start. Sensors The solar sensor on top of the instrument panel near the windshield monitors the solar heat.
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The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort. If the sensor is covered, the automatic climate control system may not work properly.
Air Vents
Center Air Vents
Side Air Vents
Use the slider knobs on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. Move the slider knobs outward or inward to open or close off the airflow.
Use the thumbwheels to change the direction of the airflow. Move the vertical thumbwheels up or down to open or close off the airflow.
Operation Tips . Keep all outlets open whenever
possible for best system performance.
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. Keep the paths under all seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more effectively.
. Do not attach any devices to the
air vent louvers. This restricts airflow and may cause damage to the air vents.
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance; see Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3. To find out what type of filter to use, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11-13. 1. Open the glove box completely.
2. Disconnect the glove box door dampener string from the glove box door assembly. Please note: a pen or pencil may be inserted through the end of the dampener string to prevent the string from slipping inside the door assembly.
3. Squeeze both sides of the glove
box door to open beyond the stops.
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Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other health-based concerns.
4. Release the retainer clips (1)
holding the service door. Open the service door and remove the old filter (2). Install the new air filter.
5. 6. Close the service door and
retainer clips.
7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the
glove box.
See your dealer if additional assistance is needed.
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Driving Information
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Track Events and CompetitiveDriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 9-7
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . 9-10Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . 9-14
Ignition Positions (KeylessAccess) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Ignition Positions (Key
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Retained AccessoryPower (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Parking over ThingsThat Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Running the Vehicle WhileParked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-27
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29Brakes
Antilock Brake
System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . 9-32Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
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Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Driver Assistance Systems Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 9-40
Side Blind ZoneAlert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41
Rear Vision
Lane Departure
Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46
Fuel
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . 9-49
California FuelRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-49
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-51
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
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Trailer Towing General Towing
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Driving Characteristics and
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Trailer Towing (eAssist) . . . . . . 9-56
Trailer Towing (ExcepteAssist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On Electrical
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58
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.
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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, 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 on page 3-11. . 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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 on page 5-32. See your dealer if there is a problem. 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.
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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.
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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. 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.
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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 track testing or other competitive driving.
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If the vehicle is used for track events and competitive driving, the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine. Check the oil level often and at the proper level. See Engine Oil on page 10-10.
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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.
For the 2.0L and 2.5L engine: Add and keep the oil level at 1 L (1 qt) above the high mark when driving under these conditions. For information on how to check and add oil, see Engine Oil on page 10-10.
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 happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water.
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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. . Keep windshield wiping
equipment in good shape.
. Keep the windshield washer fluid
reservoir filled.
. Have good tires with proper
tread depth. See Tires on page 10-44. Turn off cruise control.
Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. . Keep the interior temperature cool.
. Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead and to the sides.
. Check the rearview mirror and
vehicle instruments often.
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Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions 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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Winter Driving
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.
. Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane.
. Be alert on top of hills;
something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident).
. Pay attention to special road
signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action.
Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32° F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is not lost. Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick, so there is even less traction. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more.
Traction Control should be turned on. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-32. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads, but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) on page 9-30. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road 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 on slippery surfaces. Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby.
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