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Contents


Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 95
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 139
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 176
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 308
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 325
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 335
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349


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Introduction


Introduction


The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, MALIBU, and the MALIBU Emblem are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.


This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.


Canadian Vehicle Owners


Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:


Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170


Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.


Danger, Warning, and Caution Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.


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Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.


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©2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.


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{ Warning


Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.


Caution


Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.


A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”


Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : Shown when the owner manual has additional instructions or information. * : Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information. 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — “see page.”


Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)


Introduction


% : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® (if equipped) $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control ` : Do Not Puncture ^ : Do Not Service B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps g : First Responder _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure Q : OnStar O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start


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Introduction


> : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® a : Under Pressure M : Windshield Washer Fluid


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In Brief


In Brief


Instrument Panel


Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . 6


Initial Drive Information


Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 15
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17


Vehicle Features


Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18


Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 18
Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 19
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Driver Information


Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19


Forward Collision Alert (FCA)


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20


Lane Departure


Side Blind Zone


Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20


Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 20
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Universal Remote System . . . . . 21
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Performance and Maintenance


Traction Control/Electronic


Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 23
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 23
Driving for Better Fuel


Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23


Roadside Assistance


Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24


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In Brief


Instrument Panel


Instrument Panel Overview


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1. Air Vents 0 173. 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn


and Lane-Change Signals 0 134. Driver Information Center Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112. Instrument Cluster 0 101. Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112.


3.


4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 97. 5. Storage Area (If Equipped).


See Instrument Panel Storage 0 93.


6. Light Sensor. See Automatic


Headlamp System 0 133. Infotainment 0 139.


7. 8. CD Player 0 150. 9. Climate Control Systems


0 167. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 170.


10. Heated Front Seats 0 53 (If


Equipped).


11. Traction Control/Electronic


22. Data Link Connector (Out of


In Brief


View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 106.


23. Storage Compartment. See


Instrument Panel Storage 0 93.


24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 132.


Fog Lamps 0 135 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 135.


Stability Control 0 202. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 213 (If Equipped).


12. Power Outlets 0 99. 13. Parking Brake 0 200. 14. Shift Lever. See Automatic


Transmission 0 197.


15. Hazard Warning Flashers


16.


0 134. Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) 0 187 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0 189. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 96. 18. Horn 0 97. 19. Steering Wheel Adjustment


0 96.


20. Cruise Control 0 204.


Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 210 (If Equipped).


21. Hood Release. See Hood


0 227.


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Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.


7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys 0 25 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27.


Remote Vehicle Start If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press and release Q on the


2.


RKE transmitter. Immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.


3. Start the vehicle normally after


entering.


When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on. Remote start can be extended.


With Remote Start Shown


Press the button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks. This key is also used for the ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start. K : Press to unlock the driver door or all doors. Q : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Y : Press and hold to open the trunk.


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Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Press and hold / until the


parking lamps turn off.


. Turn on the hazard warning


flashers.


. Turn the vehicle on and then off. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33.


Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from the outside: . Press Q or K on the Remote


Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27. . Use the key in the driver door. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside:


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Windows


. Press Q or K on the door lock


switch.


. Push the lock knob on the driver door to lock all doors. Push the lock knob on a passenger door to lock only that door.


. Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pulling the handle again unlatches the door. See Door Locks 0 34 or Power Door Locks 0 35.


Press the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it. The power windows only operate with the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194. Express Window Operation Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered without holding the switch.


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If equipped, windows may also have an express-up feature. Pull a window switch up or press it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down automatically. Stop the window by pulling or pressing the switch in the same direction a second time, or by briefly operating the switch to the first detent in either direction. See Power Windows 0 44.


Seat Adjustment


Manual Front Seats


Power Seats


1. Pull the handle at the front of


the seat.


2. Slide the seat to the desired


position and release the handle.


3. Try to move the seat back and


forth to be sure it is locked in place.


Seat Height Adjuster


To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or


rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.


. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.


. Raise or lower the entire seat by


moving the entire control up or down.


See Power Seat Adjustment 0 50.


To adjust a manual seat:


Press and hold the top or bottom of the switch to raise or lower the seat. Release the switch when the desired height is reached. See Seat Adjustment 0 49.


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Lumbar Adjustment


Reclining Seatbacks


Manual Reclining Seatbacks


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1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.


2. Push and pull on the seatback


to make sure it is locked.


Power Reclining Seatbacks


If equipped, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. See Lumbar Adjustment 0 50.


To recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.


3. Push and pull on the seatback


to make sure it is locked.


To return the seatback to the upright position:


To adjust a power seatback, if available: . Tilt the top of the control


rearward to recline.


. Tilt the top of the control forward


to raise.


See Reclining Seatbacks 0 50.


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Memory Features


On vehicles with the memory feature, the 1 and 2 buttons on the outboard side of the driver seat are used to manually store and recall the positions of the driver seat and outside mirrors. These manually stored positions are referred to as Button Memory positions. The vehicle will also automatically store driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is


placed in OFF. These automatically stored positions are referred to as RKE Memory positions. See Memory Seats 0 52 and Vehicle Personalization 0 122.


Second Row Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. See Rear Seats 0 54.


Heated Seats


If available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the engine must be running.


Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Indicator lights on the button show the current setting. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. See Heated Front Seats 0 53.


Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. See Head Restraints 0 48 and Seat Adjustment 0 49.


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Safety Belts


Passenger Sensing System


United States


Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: . Safety Belts 0 56. . How to Wear Safety Belts


Properly 0 57.


. Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 58. . Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 81.


Canada


The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 68.


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The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 104.


Mirror Adjustment


Interior Mirror Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.


Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.


Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 43.


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Exterior Mirrors


Steering Wheel Adjustment


Interior Lighting


Dome Lamps


1. Turn the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. 2. Move the control to adjust the


mirror.


3. Turn the selector switch to (


to deselect the mirror.


To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up


or down.


3. Pull or push the steering wheel


closer or away from you.


4. Push the lever up to lock the


steering wheel in place.


Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.


The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps. To operate, press the buttons: E : Turns the lamps off. 1 : Turns the lamps on when any door is opened. + : Keeps the lamps on all the time.


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Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner.


For more information, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 135.


Exterior Lighting


Front Reading Lamps


Rear Reading Lamps


# or $ : Press the button near each lamp to turn it on or off.


The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel on the left side of the steering wheel. O : Turns off the exterior lamps. The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to O again to reactivate the AUTO mode. In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate once the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.


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; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. 2 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. See: . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 132. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)


0 133.


. Fog Lamps 0 135.


Windshield Wiper/Washer


The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the lever to select the wiper speed.


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HI : Use for fast wipes. LO : Use for slow wipes.


Climate Controls


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


INT : Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down. n L : Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 97.


Climate Control System


1. Fan Control 2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/


Eco Air Conditioning


3. Air Delivery Modes 4. Defrost


5. Temperature Control 6. Heated Seats (If Equipped) 7. Rear Window Defogger 8. Recirculation


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Dual Automatic Climate Control System


1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls


2. Air Conditioning or Comfort/


Eco Air Conditioning


3. Air Delivery Modes 4. Defrost 5. SYNC 6. Heated Seats (If Equipped)


7. Rear Window Defogger 8. Fan Control 9. Recirculation 10. AUTO (Automatic Operation) See Climate Control Systems 0 167
or Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 170 (If Equipped).


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Transmission


Driver Shift Control (DSC) DSC allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever from


D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual).


2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the top of the shift lever to upshift, or press the − (minus) end of the button to downshift.


See Manual Mode 0 199.


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Vehicle Features


Infotainment System See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.


Radio(s) VOL/ O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. RADIO/BAND : Press to choose between FM, AM, or SiriusXM®, if equipped. TUNE/MENU : Turn to select radio stations. Press to select a menu. © SEEK ¨ : Press to seek the previous or next station or track. INFO : Press to show available information about the current station or track. See Overview 0 140.


Satellite Radio If equipped, vehicles with a SiriusXM® satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service. Refer to: . www.siriusxm.com or call


1-866-635-2349 (U.S.). . www.xmradio.ca or call


1-877-209-0079 (Canada).


See Satellite Radio 0 147.


Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center console. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, and USB storage devices may be connected. See Auxiliary Devices 0 151.


Bluetooth® The Bluetooth® system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls. The Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. See Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) 0 157 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) 0 161 or Bluetooth (Overview) 0 156.


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Steering Wheel Controls


Press SRC to change between radio and CD. Press and hold SRC to interact with the navigation system, if equipped. + x − : Press + to increase or − to decrease the volume. See Steering Wheel Controls 0 96.


Cruise Control


b / g : Press to interact with OnStar, Bluetooth, or navigation, if equipped. $ / i : Press to mute. Press again to turn the sound on. Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call. _ SRC ^ : Use to select a radio band or audio source. Use _ or ^ to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD track, or MP3 track.


1 : Press to turn the cruise control on or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.


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* : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. RES/+ : If there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. SET/− : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease speed. See Cruise Control 0 204.


Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is in the center of the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the turn signal lever.


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vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 210.


Lane Departure Warning (LDW) If equipped, LDW may help avoid unintentional lane departures at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings. The LDW light, @, is green if a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane without using a turn signal in that direction, the light will change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 213.


Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If equipped, SBZA will detect moving vehicles in the next lane over in the vehicle's side blind zone area. When this happens, the SBZA display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 211.


Rear Vision Camera (RVC) If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle, on the center stack display, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 206.


Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the RVC screen to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross


1. SET/CLR: Press to set,


or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.


2. w / x : Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu.


3. MENU: Press to display the


DIC menus. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.


See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112.


Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a green indicator, V, when a vehicle is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a


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your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound. See “Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)” under Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 206.


Parking Assist If equipped, Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph) and uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information. Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation. See Parking Assist 0 208.


Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.


There are two accessory power outlets: one on the center stack below the climate control and one under the armrest inside the center console storage. Open the protective cover to use the accessory power outlet. See Power Outlets 0 99.


Universal Remote System


If equipped, this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be


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helpful to have another person available to assist with programming the Universal Remote system. See Universal Remote System 0 128.


Sunroof On vehicles with a sunroof, the switches used to operate it are on the headliner above the rearview mirror. The ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to operate the sunroof. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) 0 187 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0 189 and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 194.


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The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure. Anti-Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the anti-pinch feature detects the object and stops the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof then returns to the full-open position. See Sunroof 0 46.


Performance and Maintenance


Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. . To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button g on the center stack. i illuminates in the instrument cluster.


. Press and release the TCS/


StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.


. To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the TCS/StabiliTrak button g on


Open/Close : Press and hold the front or rear of the switch (1) to open or close the sunroof. The sunshade automatically opens with the sunroof, but must be closed manually. Express Open/Close : Press and release the front or rear of the switch (1) to express-open or express-close the sunroof. Vent/Close : Press and hold the rear of the switch (2) to vent the sunroof. Press and hold the front of the switch to close.


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the center stack, until i and g illuminate in the instrument cluster.


. Press and release the TCS/


StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.


See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 202.


Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).


The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and


Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 183. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 269.


Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.


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Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN


with the engine off.


2. Press the DIC MENU button on


the turn signal lever to enter the Vehicle Information Menu. Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the menu items until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE.


3. Press the SET/CLR button to


reset the oil life at 100%.


4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. See Engine Oil Life System 0 232.


Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate


smoothly.


. Brake gradually and avoid


abrupt stops.


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New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 329.


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In Brief


. Avoid idling the engine for long


periods of time.


. When road and weather


conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.


. Always follow posted speed


limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.


. Keep vehicle tires properly


inflated.


. Combine several trips into a


single trip.


. Replace the vehicle's tires with


the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.


. Follow recommended scheduled


maintenance.


Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800


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Exterior Mirrors


Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 42


Interior Mirrors


Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 43
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 43
Automatic Dimming Rearview


Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43


Windows


Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45


Roof


Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46


Keys and Locks


Keys


{ Warning


Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power window or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the key in the ignition or with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key or an RKE transmitter.


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Keys and Locks


Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 33
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 36
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36


Doors


Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37


Vehicle Security


Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 39
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Immobilizer Operation (Key


Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40


Immobilizer Operation (Keyless


Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41


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impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the provided key rings.


{ Warning


If the key is unintentionally rotated while the vehicle is running, the ignition could be moved out of the RUN position. This could be caused by heavy items hanging from the key ring, or by large or long items attached to the key ring that could be contacted by the driver or steering wheel. If the ignition moves out of the RUN position, the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be (Continued)


If the vehicle is equipped with a keyed ignition, the ignition key, key rings, and RKE transmitter, if equipped, are designed to work together. As a system, it reduces the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. If replacements or additions are required, see your dealer. Limit added items to a few essential keys or small, light items no larger than an RKE transmitter.


Interference from radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags may prevent the key from starting the vehicle. Keep RFID tags away from the key when starting the vehicle. The key that is part of the RKE transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks if the vehicle is a Key Access vehicle. If the vehicle has the keyless ignition, the key can be used for the locks.


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With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 339.


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 335. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The


transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.


. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.


. Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.


Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within range. See “Keyless Access Operation” following. The transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.


With Remote Start Shown


Q (Lock) : Press to lock all doors.


Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key. If the vehicle has an ignition and it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick. See your dealer if a new key is needed. If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program 0 329.


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The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122. If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock. Pressing Q may also arm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 39. K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the driver door or all doors. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122. The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122. Pressing K will disarm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 39. Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. See Memory Seats 0 52 and Vehicle Personalization 0 122.


Y (Remote Trunk Release) : Press and hold to open the trunk. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm) : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for about 30 seconds until 7 is pressed again or the vehicle is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start) : For vehicles with this feature, press Q and release and then press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33. The RKE transmitter buttons will not operate when the key is in the ignition.


Keyless Access Operation If equipped, the Keyless Access system allows the door and trunk to be locked and unlocked without pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a button on the outside front door handles. The Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock button press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.


Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, all passenger doors will unlock. Pull the door handle to unlatch the door.


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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on that door handle will unlock all doors. Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur: . The lock/unlock button was used


Driver Side Shown, Passenger


to unlock all doors.


Similar


Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:


It has been more than five seconds since the first lock/ unlock button press.


. Two lock/unlock button presses


were used to unlock all doors. . Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.


. Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.


Passive Locking If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in an unattended vehicle. If equipped with Keyless Access, this feature will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are


closed, if the vehicle is off and at least one RKE transmitter has been removed from the interior or none remain in the interior.


Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature Temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on. To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see Vehicle Personalization 0 122. Keyless Trunk Opening Press the touch pad on the trunk Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) to open the trunk if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk.


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Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work. Any remaining transmitters will need to be reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters matched to it.


Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only) To program a new key: 1.


Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and turn the key to the ON/ RUN position.


2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF,


3.


and remove the key. Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds.


The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed.


4. Repeat Steps 1–3 if additional


keys are to be programmed.


If a key is lost or damaged, see your dealer to have a new key made.


Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only) U.S. owners are permitted to program a new key to their vehicle when a recognized key is not available. Canadian regulations require that Canadian owners see their dealer for programming new keys when a recognized key is not available. If there are no currently recognized keys available, follow this procedure to program the first key. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete for the first key. The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you.


1.


Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition.


2. Turn to ON/RUN. The security


light will come on.


3. Wait 10 minutes until the


security light turns off.


4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more


times. After the third time, turn to ON/RUN; the key is learned and all previously known keys will no longer work with the vehicle.


Remaining keys can be learned by following the procedure in “Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Key Vehicles Only).”


Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you.


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1. Place the recognized


2.


transmitter(s) in the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5.


3. Place the new transmitter into


the transmitter pocket.


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4. Press the ENGINE START/


STOP button. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter. 5. Remove the transmitter from


the transmitter pocket and press K. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/ STOP button for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.


Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) If there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters to be programmed must be with you.


1.


Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.


2. Wait for 10 minutes until the


DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press the ENGINE START/STOP button. The DIC displays will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.


3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time, all previously known transmitters will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be relearned during the next steps. The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1.


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Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the DIC indicates that battery replacement is necessary. See Key and Lock Messages 0 118.


Caution


When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.


The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery: 1. Press the button on the


transmitter to extend the key blade.


When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.


Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery While trying to start the vehicle, if the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or USE TRANSMITTER POCKET TO START. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also be displayed at this time. To start the vehicle: 1. Open the center console and


place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle.


2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or


N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button. See Starting the Engine 0 191. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.


4. Place the new transmitter into


the transmitter pocket, which is inside the center console storage area.


5. Press the ENGINE START/


STOP button. When the transmitter is learned the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter. 6. Remove the transmitter from


the transmitter pocket and press K. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.


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Remote Vehicle Start The vehicle may have this feature that allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle. / (Remote Vehicle Start) : This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start. The rear window defogger may come on during a remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start. If the vehicle has heated seats, they may come on during a remote start. See Heated Front Seats 0 53. Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.


Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 27.


Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Press and release Q. 2.


Immediately after completing Step 1, press and hold / for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps flashing confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received.


When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. After 30 seconds, repeat the steps if a 10-minute extension is desired. Remote start can be extended only once.


2. Remove the battery cover by


prying it with a finger.


3. Remove the battery by pushing


4.


on the battery and sliding it toward the key blade. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Push the battery down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032
or equivalent battery.


5. Snap the battery cover back on


to the transmitter.


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Start the vehicle before driving.


. Turn on the hazard warning


Extending Engine Run Time The engine run time can be extended by another 10 minutes, if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1–2 are repeated while the engine is still running. An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting. When the remote start is extended, the second 10 minute period is added on to the first 10 minutes for a total of 20 minutes. The remote start can only be extended once. A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start with an extension, is allowed between ignition cycles. The vehicle's ignition must be turned on and then back off before the remote start procedure can be used again.


Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off.


flashers.


. Turn the vehicle on and then off.


Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: . The key is in the ignition (Key Access) or if the key is in the vehicle (Keyless Access).


. The hood is not closed. . The hazard warning flashers


are on.


. The malfunction indicator lamp


is on.


. The engine coolant temperature


is too high.


. The oil pressure is low. . Two remote vehicle starts, or a


single remote start with an extension, have already been used.


. The vehicle is not in P (Park).


Door Locks


{ Warning Unlocked doors can be dangerous.


. Passengers, especially


children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.


. Young children who get into


unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even


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death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.


. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.


To lock or unlock the doors from the outside: . Press Q or K on the Remote


Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27. . Use the key in the driver door. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside: . Push down the manual lock


knob to lock that door.


. Pull the door handle once to


unlock the door. Pull the handle again to unlatch it.


. Press Q or K on the power door


lock switch.


Power Door Locks


Q (Lock) : Press to lock the doors. K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the doors. Locking or unlocking the doors will also lock or unlock the trunk. See Trunk 0 37.


Delayed Locking This feature delays the actual locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed. Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature has been turned off. When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active. The doors will then lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed again. Press Q on the door lock switch again, or press Q on the RKE transmitter, to override this feature and lock the doors immediately.


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Delayed locking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.


Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). To unlock the doors: . Press K on a door. . Shift the transmission into


P (Park).


Automatic door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization 0 122.


Lockout Protection Keyed Ignition : When locking is requested with the driver door open and the key in the ignition, all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock.


This can be manually overridden by

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