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PressXto eject a disc from the
CD player.
Playing a CD
A disc must be loaded to select the
source.
When a disc is loaded, the disc icon
displays.
There are two ways to play a CD:
.Insert the disc and playback
starts automatically.
.Press CD/AUX or RADIO/BAND
repeatedly to select the disc
source.
Playing an Audio CD
1. Press the CD screen button on the Home Page or select CD
from the source pop-up to
display the CD main page.
2. From the CD screen, press the Menu screen button to display
the menu options.
3. Press to select the desired option. On the CD main page a track
number displays at the beginning of
each track. Song, Artist, and Album
information displays when available.
Use the following controls to play
the disc:
TUNE:
Turn to select tracks.
g(Seek Down):
.Press to seek to the beginning of
the current or previous track.
If the track has been playing for
less than five seconds, it seeks
to the previous track. If longer
than five seconds, the current
track starts from the beginning.
.Press and hold to fast reverse
through a track. Release the
button to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.
l(Seek Up):
.Press to seek to the next track.
.Press and hold to fast forward
through a track. Release the
button to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays. SELECT:
Select menu items.
Error Messages
If Disc Read Error displays and/or
the disc comes out, it could be for
one of the following reasons:
.The disc has an invalid or
unknown format.
.The disc is not from a correct
region.
.The disc is very hot. Try the disc
again when the temperature
returns to normal.
.The road is very rough. Try the
disc again when the road is
smoother.
.The disc is dirty, scratched, wet,
or upside down.
.The air is very humid. Try the
disc again later.
.There was a problem while
burning the disc.
.The label is caught in the CD
player.

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If the CD is not playing correctly, for
any other reason, try a known
good CD.
If any error continues, contact your
dealer.
MP3
Playing an MP3
MP3 Format
There are guidelines that must be
met, when creating an MP3.
The guidelines are:
.Sampling rate: 8 kHz, 16 kHz,
22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz,
44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz.
.Bit rates supported: 8, 16, 24,
32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112,
128, 144, 160, 192, 224, 256,
and 320 kbps.
.Maximum number of folders is
255 with a maximum hierarchy
of eight folders.
.Maximum of 1024 files on a disc.
.Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW
with a maximum capacity of
700 MB.
.The Artist/Album/Song Titles/
Genre information requires a
disc to be fully scanned before
the music navigator works with
these menus. Disc scanning
does not occur when the disc is
being played.
When an MP3 is loaded in the
player, MP3 displays.
If a disc is already loaded, but you
are currently listening to a different
audio source, press CD/AUX to
switch to the disc source. A track
number appears on the display
when each track starts to play.
To play a disc:
TUNE/
k(Play/Pause): Use to
start, pause, or resume play of a
loaded disc.
l(Next/Forward): Press to seek
to the next track. Press again to
continue moving forward through
the disc. Press and hold to advance quickly
through playback. Release the
button to return to playing speed.
Elapsed time displays.
g(Previous/Reverse):
Press to
seek to the beginning of the current
or previous track. If the track has
played for less than five seconds, it
goes to the previous track. If longer
than five seconds, the current track
restarts. Press again to continue
moving back through the disc.
Press and hold this button to
reverse quickly through playback.
Release the button to return to
playing speed. Elapsed time
displays.
Multifunction Knob:
Turn to:
.Enter the menu system.
.Highlight a menu option.
.Select a value.

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file structure that contains a
compressed audio file. The empty
folder(s) are not displayed or
numbered.
No Folder
When the CD only contains
compressed audio files without any
folders or playlists, all files are
located under the root folder.
File System and Naming
The displayed song title is taken
from the file's ID3 tag. If a song title
is not present in the ID3 tag, the
radio displays the file name as the
track name.
Auxiliary Devices
The optional AUX input allows
portable devices to connect to the
vehicle using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in)
input jack or the USB port.
Portable devices are controlled by
using the menu system described in
Overview on page 7‑3and
Operation on page 7‑4. This jack is not an audio output. Do
not plug headphones into the
auxiliary input jack. Drivers are
encouraged to set up any auxiliary
device while the vehicle is in
P (Park).
Possible auxiliary audio sources
include:
.Laptop computer
.MP3 player
.Tape player
The AUX input is located in the
center console.
3.5 mm Jack
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to
the auxiliary input jack to use a
portable audio player.
Playback of an audio device that is
connected to the 3.5 mm jack can
only be controlled using the controls
on the device.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn the VOL/
Oknob to adjust the
volume of the infotainment system
after the volume level has been set
on the portable audio device.
USB Port
For vehicles with a USB port, the
following devices may be connected
and controlled by the infotainment
system.
.iPods
.PlaysForSure Devices (PFDs)
.USB Drives
.Zunes™
.USB mass storage device

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.Microsoft Transfer
Protocal (MTP)
Not all iPods, PFDs, USB Drives,
and Zunes are compatible with the
infotainment system.
Connecting and Controlling
an iPod®
Not all iPods can be controlled by
the infotainment system.
Connecting an iPod
Connect the iPod to the USB port.
Selecting a Track
Using the control buttons:
.Pressgorlto select the
previous or next track.
.Turn the TUNE knob to select a
track in the current submenu.
The track will start to play. Searching for a Track
Tracks can be searched for by:
.Playlists
.Artists
.Albums
.Song Titles
.Podcasts
.Genres
.Audiobooks
.Composers
To search for tracks:
1. Turn the Multifunction knob.
2. Select Search.
3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, Podcasts, Genres,
Audiobooks, or Composers.
4. Select the track.
Shuffle
Turn the Multifunction knob and set
Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or
Off, then press the
/BACK button
to return the main screen.
On: Plays tracks in the current
folder in random order.
Off: Plays tracks in the current
folder in sequential order.
Repeat
Turn the Multifunction knob and set
Repeat to On or Off, then press the
/BACK button to return the main
screen.
On: Repeats the current track.
Off: Playback starts from the
beginning of the current track after
the last track finishes.

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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
VOL/
Oknob 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 13‑20 for information
regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
rules and Industry Canada
Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
Bluetooth (Infotainment
Controls)
For information about how to
navigate the menu system using the
infotainment controls, see Overview
on page 7‑3 orAM-FM Radio on
page 7‑9.
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 for more
information.
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.
.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 link to a
different paired phone, see
“Linking to a Different Phone”
later in this section.
Pairing a Phone
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select Phone Settings or Bluetooth Settings (depending
on the radio).

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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.
Calling 911 Emergency
1. Press
b/g. The system
responds “Ready,”followed by
a tone.
2. Say “Dial”or“Call.”
3. Say “911.” 4. Say
“Dial”or“Call.”
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.
.Pressb/gto answer the call.
.Press0/cto ignore a call.

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Call Waiting
Call waiting must be supported on
the cell phone and enabled by the
wireless service carrier.
.Pressb/gto answer an
incoming call when another call
is active. The original call is
placed on hold.
.Pressb/gagain to return to
the original call.
.To ignore the incoming call, no
action is required.
.Press0/cto disconnect the
current call and switch to the call
on hold.
Three-Way Calling
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/gto link all callers
together.
Ending a Call
Press0/cto 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.”
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 for more
information.

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the brake pedal not applied,
pressing and holding the button for
more than five seconds will place
the vehicle in Service Only Mode.
The instruments and audio systems
will operate as they do in ON/RUN,
but the vehicle will not be able to be
driven. The engine will not start in
Service Only Mode. Push the button
again to turn the vehicle off.
Ignition Positions (Key
Access)
Notice:Using a tool to force the
key to turn in the ignition could
cause damage to the switch or
break the key. Use the correct
key, make sure it is all the way in,
and turn it only with your hand.
If the key cannot be turned by
hand, see your dealer.
The key must be fully extended to
start the vehicle.
To shift out of P (Park), turn the
ignition to ON/RUN and apply the
brake pedal.
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/
OFF): When the vehicle is stopped,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK/
OFF to turn the engine off. Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) will remain
active. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 9‑24 for more
information.
This is the only position from which
the key can be removed. This locks
the ignition and automatic
transmission. Do not turn the engine off when the
vehicle is moving. This will cause a
loss of power assist in the brake
and steering systems and disable
the airbags.
If the vehicle must be shut off in an
emergency:
1. Brake using a firm and steady
pressure. Do not pump the
brakes repeatedly. This may
deplete power assist, requiring
increased brake pedal force.
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can be done while the
vehicle is moving. After shifting
to N (Neutral), firmly apply the
brakes and steer the vehicle to a
safe location.
3. Come to a complete stop, shift to P (Park), and turn the ignition
to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with
an automatic transmission, the
shift lever must be in P (Park) to
turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK/OFF position.

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{WARNING
Plugging the cord into an
ungrounded outlet could cause an
electrical shock. Also, the wrong
kind of extension cord could
overheat and cause a fire. You
could be seriously injured. Plug
the cord into a properly grounded
three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.
If the cord will not reach, use a
heavy-duty three-prong extension
cord rated for at least 15 amps.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts.
The length of time the heater should
remain plugged in depends on
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be
used for up to 10 minutes after the
engine is turned off:
.Infotainment System
.Power Windows
.Sunroof (If Equipped)
.Auxiliary Power Outlet
Power to the audio system will
continue to operate for up to
10 minutes or until the driver door is
opened.
Power to the power windows and
sunroof will continue to operate for
up to 10 minutes or until any door is
opened.
All of these features will work when
the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/
ACCESSORY.
Shifting Into Park
1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake.
See Parking Brake on
page 9‑32.
2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by pushing the lever all the way
toward the front of the vehicle.
3. Turn the ignition off.
Leaving the Vehicle with the
Engine Running
{WARNING
It can be dangerous to leave the
vehicle with the engine running.
It could overheat and catch fire.
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. (Continued)

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FusesUsage
11 Front Heater Ventilation Air
Conditioning/Blower
(J-Case Fuse)
12 Passenger Seat (Circuit Breaker)
13 Driver Seat (Circuit Breaker)
14 Diagnostic Link Connector
15 Airbag/Automatic Occupant Sensing
16 Trunk
17 Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning
Controller
18 Pre-Fuse for Fuses 4 and 5 Fuses
Usage
19 Infotainment and Center Stack
Displays, Head-Up
Display, Preferred
Device Interface
Module, Rear Seat
Infotainment
(eAssist)
20 Rear Seat Entertainment
Display/Rear Seat
Audio
21 Instrument Panel Cluster
22 Discrete Logic Ignition Switch
23 Body Control Module 3 Fuses
Usage
24 Body Control Module 2
25 Rear Heater Ventilation Air
Conditioning/Blower
26 AC/DC Inverter
Relays Usage
R1 Trunk Relay
R2 Not Used
R3 Power Outlet Relay