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Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located on
the overhead console.
To turn the reading lamps on or off,
press the button located next to
each lamp.
Electric Power
Management
The vehicle has Electric Power
Management (EPM) that estimates
the battery’s temperature and state
of charge. It then adjusts the voltage
for best performance and extended
life of the battery.
When the battery’s state of charge is
low, the voltage is raised slightly to
quickly bring the charge back up.
When the state of charge is high,
the voltage is lowered slightly to
prevent overcharging. If the vehicle
has a voltmeter gage or a voltage
display on the Driver InformationCenter (DIC), you may see the
voltage move up or down. This is
normal. If there is a problem, an alert
will be displayed.
The battery can be discharged at
idle if the electrical loads are very
high. This is true for all vehicles. This
is because the generator (alternator)
may not be spinning fast enough at
idle to produce all the power that is
needed for very high electrical loads.
A high electrical load occurs when
several of the following are on,
such as: headlamps, high beams,
fog lamps, rear window defogger,
climate control fan at high speed,
heated seats, engine cooling fans,
trailer loads, and loads plugged into
accessory power outlets.
EPM works to prevent excessive
discharge of the battery. It does this
by balancing the generator’s output
and the vehicle’s electrical needs.It can increase engine idle speed to
generate more power, whenever
needed. It can temporarily reduce
the power demands of some
accessories.
Normally, these actions occur
in steps or levels, without being
noticeable. In rare cases at the
highest levels of corrective action,
this action may be noticeable to the
driver. If so, a Driver Information
Center (DIC) message might be
displayed, such as BATTERY
SAVER ACTIVE, BATTERY
VOLTAGE LOW, or LOW BATTERY.
If this message is displayed, it is
recommended that the driver reduce
the electrical loads as much as
possible. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-49.
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Climate Controls
Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this
system. For vehicles with the remote start feature, the climate control system
functions as part of the remote start feature. SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 2-4 .
A. Fan Control
B. Temperature Control
C. Air Delivery Mode Control
D. Air Conditioning E. Outside Air
F. Recirculation
G. Rear Window Defogger
A(Fan Control):
Turn clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the fan speed. To turn
the fan off, turn the left knob all
the way counterclockwise. In any
setting other than off, the fan runs
continuously with the ignition on.
There will be some airow noticeable
from the various outlets when driving,
even with the fan in the off position.
To turn off the air completely, turn the
fan to
9and select the recirculation
button.
Temperature Control: Turn
clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the
temperature inside the vehicle.
Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn
clockwise or counterclockwise
to change the current airow mode.
Select from the following air
delivery modes:
H(Vent): Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
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)(Bi-Level):Air is divided
between the instrument panel
and the oor outlets.
6(Floor):Air is directed to the
oor outlets with some air directed
to the windshield.
When this mode is selected, the
system turns the recirculation mode
off. Recirculation mode cannot
be selected while in oor mode.
This helps prevent window fogging.
-(Defog):This mode clears
the windows of fog or moisture.
Air is directed to the oor outlets,
with some air directed to the
windshield and side window outlets.
In this mode, the system turns the
recirculation mode off and runs the
air conditioning compressor unless
the outside air is at or below freezing.
Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in defog mode.
This helps prevent window fogging.
0(Defrost):This mode removes
fog or frost from the windshield
more quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield and the side window
outlets. In this mode, the system
turns the recirculation mode off
automatically and runs the air
conditioning compressor unless the
outside air is at or below freezing.
Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in defrost mode.
This helps prevent window fogging.
For best results, clear all snow and
ice from the windshield before
defrosting.
#(Air Conditioning):Press to
turn the air conditioning system on
or off. An indicator light comes on to
show that the air conditioning is on.
The air conditioning can be selected
in any mode as long as the fan is on
and the outside temperature is above
freezing. A ashing indicator light
indicates that the air conditioning
compressor is currently not available.On hot days, open the windows to
let hot inside air escape; then close
them. This helps reduce the time it
takes for the vehicle to cool down
and helps the system to operate
more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days,
select the following settings
together:
1. Select
Hmode.
2. Select
;.
3. Turn the
#on.
4. Select the coolest temperature
and highest fan speed.
5. Once the vehicle’s interior
temperature is below the outside
temperature, select recirculation
mode for enhanced cooling.
Using these settings together for
long periods of time may cause the
air inside the vehicle to become too
dry. To prevent this from happening,
after the air inside of the vehicle
has cooled, turn the recirculation
mode off.
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The air conditioning system
removes moisture from the air, so a
small amount of water might drip
under the vehicle while idling or after
turning off the engine. This is normal.
;(Outside Air):Press to turn the
outside air mode on. An indicator
light comes on to show that outside
air is on. Air from outside the vehicle
will circulate throughout the vehicle.
The outside air mode can be used
with all modes, but it cannot be
used with the recirculation mode.
Pressing this button will cancel the
recirculation mode.
@(Recirculation):Press to
turn on the recirculation mode.
An indicator light comes on to show
that recirculation is on. This mode
recirculates and helps to quickly
cool or heat the air inside the vehicle.
It can be used to prevent outside air
and odors from entering the vehicle.
Avoid using the recirculation mode
during high periods of humidity
and cool outside temperatures
since this may result in increased
window fogging. If window fogging
is experienced, select the
defrost mode.
Recirculation mode is not available in
oor, defog or defrost modes and will
shut off automatically and change to
outside air. The indicator will ash if
the button is selected in any of these
modes. This helps prevent window
fogging and moisture building up
inside the vehicle.Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a
warming grid to remove fog from the
rear window.
The rear window defogger only
works when the ignition is in
ON/RUN.
<(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button comes on to show
that the rear window is activated.
The rear window defogger stays
on for approximately 10 minutes
after the button is pressed, unless
the ignition is turned to ACC/
ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
If turned on again, the defogger only
runs for approximately ve minutes
before turning off again. At higher
vehicle speeds, the defogger may
stay on continuously. The defogger
can also be turned off by turning off
the engine.
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For vehicles with the remote start
feature, the rear defogger will
automatically turn on.
Notice:Do not use anything
sharp on the inside of the rear
window. If you do, you could cut
or damage the warming grid, and
the repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
attach a temporary vehicle
license, tape, a decal or anything
similar to the defogger grid.
Remote Start Climate Control
Operation
For vehicles with the remote start
feature and if it is activated, the
climate control system heats and
cools the inside of the vehicle using
the modes that were set before the
vehicle was turned off and the rear
defogger automatically turns on.Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system. For vehicles with the remote start feature, the climate control
system functions as part of the remote start feature. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4 .
A. Fan Control
B. Temperature Control
C. Air Delivery Mode Control
D. Air Conditioning E. Outside Air
F. Recirculation
G. Rear Window Defogger
United States version shown, Canada version similar.
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Temperature Control:Turn
clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the
temperature. Select the desired
cabin air temperature between
60-90°F (16-32°C). Typically, the
best setting is near 75°F (23°C).
Choosing the coldest or warmest
temperature setting does not cause
the system to heat or cool any
faster.
Air Delivery Mode Control:Turn
clockwise or counterclockwise
to change the current airow mode.
Select from the following air
delivery modes:
H(Vent):Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):Air is divided
between the instrument panel
outlets and the oor outlets.
6(Floor):Air is directed to the
oor outlets with some air directed
to the windshield.
When this mode is selected, the
system turns the recirculation mode
off. Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in oor mode. This is
to help prevent window fogging.
-(Defog):This mode clears
the windows of fog or moisture.
Air is directed to the oor outlets,
with some air directed to the
windshield and side window outlets.
In this mode, the system turns the
recirculation mode off and runs the
air conditioning compressor unless
the outside air is at or below freezing.
Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in defog mode.
This helps prevent window fogging.
0(Defrost):This mode removes
fog or frost from the windshield
more quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield and the side window
outlets. In this mode, the system
turns the recirculation mode off
automatically and runs the air
conditioning compressor unless the
outside air is at or below freezing.
Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in defrost mode.
This helps prevent window fogging.
For best results, clear all snow and
ice from the windshield before
defrosting.
#(Air Conditioning):Press to
turn the air conditioning system on
or off. An indicator light comes on to
show that the air conditioning is on.
The air conditioning can be selected
in any mode as long as the fan is on
and the outside temperature is above
freezing. A ashing indicator light
indicates that the air conditioning
compressor is currently not available.
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On hot days, use the automatic fan
and automatic air delivery mode
settings and the vehicle will reach the
desired temperature more quickly.
The desired fan and air delivery
mode settings can still be adjusted
manually. Open the windows to let
the hot inside air escape, then close
them. This helps reduce the time it
takes for the vehicle to cool down
and helps the system to operate
more efficiently.
The air conditioning system removes
moisture from the air, so a small
amount of water might drip under the
vehicle while idling or after turning off
the engine.
;(Outside Air):Press to turn
the outside air mode on. An indicator
light comes on to show that outside
air is on. Air from outside the vehicle
will circulate throughout the vehicle.
The outside air mode can be used
with all modes, but it cannot be
used with the recirculation mode.
Pressing this button will cancel the
recirculation mode.
@(Recirculation):Press to
turn on the recirculation mode.
An indicator light comes on to show
that recirculation is on. This mode
recirculates and helps to quickly cool
or heat the air inside the vehicle.
It can be used to prevent outside air
and odors from entering the vehicle.
Avoid using the recirculation mode
during high periods of humidity
and cool outside temperatures
since this may result in increased
window fogging. If window fogging
is experienced, select the
defrost mode.
Recirculation mode is not available in
oor, defog or defrost modes and will
shut off automatically and change to
outside air. If the button is selected
in any of these modes, the indicator
will ash. This helps prevent window
fogging and moisture building up
inside the vehicle.Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a
warming grid to remove fog from the
rear window.
The rear window defogger only
works when the ignition is in
ON/RUN.
<(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button comes on to show
that it is activated.
The rear window defogger stays
on for approximately 10 minutes
after the button is pressed, unless
the ignition is turned to ACC/
ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
If turned on again, the defogger only
runs for approximately ve minutes
before turning off. At higher vehicle
speeds, the defogger may stay on
continuously. The defogger can
also be turned off by turning off
the engine.
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For vehicles with the remote start
feature, the rear defogger will
automatically turn on when remote
start is activated.
Notice:Do not use anything
sharp on the inside of the rear
window. If you do, you could cut
or damage the warming grid, and
the repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
attach a temporary vehicle
license, tape, a decal or anything
similar to the defogger grid.
Remote Start Climate Control
Operation
For vehicles with the remote start
feature and if it is activated, the
climate control system heats and
cools the inside of the vehicle using
the modes that were set before the
vehicle was turned off.Outlet Adjustment
Use the louvers located on the air
outlets to change the direction of the
airow.
Operation Tips
Clear away any ice, snow,
or leaves from the air inlets
at the base of the vehicle that
may block the ow of air into
the vehicle.
Do not use any non-GM
approved hood deectors
that could adversely affect the
performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front
seats clear of objects to help
circulate the air inside of
the vehicle more effectively.
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The lter removes dust, pollen, and
other airborne irritants from outside
air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The lter should be replaced as part
of routine scheduled maintenance.
SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 6-3for replacement intervals.
To nd out what type of lter to use,
seeMaintenance Replacement Parts
on page 6-15.
The passenger compartment air
lter can be accessed by removing
the entire glove box.
1. Remove the six screws from
around the glove box and
detach the three inner clips
from the glove box.
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If the DIC display does not show a
heading, for example, N for North,
or the heading does not change after
making turns, there may be a strong
magnetic eld interfering with the
compass. Such interference may
be caused by a magnetic CB or cell
phone antenna mount, a magnetic
emergency light, magnetic note pad
holder, or any other magnetic item.
Turn off the vehicle, move the
magnetic item, then turn on the
vehicle and calibrate the compass.
To calibrate the compass, use the
following procedure:
Compass Calibration Procedure
1. Before calibrating the compass,
make sure the compass is set to
the variance zone in which the
vehicle is located. See “Compass
Variance (Zone) Procedure”
earlier in this section.Do not operate any switches
such as window, sunroof, climate
controls, seats, etc. during the
calibration procedure.
2. Press the vehicle information
button until PRESS
VTO
CALIBRATE COMPASS
displays.
3. Press the set/reset button to start
the compass calibration.
4. The DIC will display
CALIBRATING COMPASS:
TURN IN CIRCLES. Drive the
vehicle in tight circles at less than
5 mph (8 km/h) to complete the
calibration. The DIC will display
COMPASS CALIBRATION
COMPLETE for a few seconds
when the calibration is complete.
The DIC display will then return to
the previous menu.
DIC Warnings and
Messages
Messages are displayed on the DIC
to notify the driver that the status
of the vehicle has changed and that
some action may be needed by
the driver to correct the condition.
Multiple messages may appear
one after another.
Some messages may not require
immediate action, but you can
press any of the DIC buttons,
or the trip odometer reset stem
on the instrument panel cluster to
acknowledge that you received the
messages and to clear them from
the display.
Some messages cannot be cleared
from the DIC display because they
are more urgent. These messages
require action before they can be
cleared. Take any messages that
appear on the display seriously
and remember that clearing the
messages will only make the
messages disappear, not correct
the problem.
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Before Leaving on a
Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long
trip, consider having it serviced by
your dealer/retailer before departing.
Things to check on your own
include:
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:In good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:All
levels checked?
Lamps:Do they all work and are
lenses clean?
Tires:Are treads good? Are tires
inated to recommended
pressure?
Weather and Maps:Safe to
travel? Have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention
to your surroundings while driving.
If you become tired or sleepy, nd
a safe place to park your vehicle
and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
Keep interior temperature cool.
Keep your eyes moving — scan
the road ahead and to the sides.
Check the rearview mirror and
vehicle instruments often.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through
mountains is different than driving
on at or rolling terrain. Tips for
driving in these conditions include:
Keep the vehicle serviced
and in good shape.
Check all uid levels and brakes,
tires, cooling system, and
transmission.
Going down steep or long hills,
shift to a lower gear.
{CAUTION
If you do not shift down, the
brakes could get so hot that they
would not work well. You would
then have poor braking or even
none going down a hill. You could
crash. Shift down to let the engine
assist the brakes on a steep
downhill slope.
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