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Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 226
California Proposition65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . 226
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 234
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 235
Cooling System (Engine) . . . . . 236
Cooling System (High Voltage Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Cooling System (Power Electronics and Charger
Modules) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 242
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Battery - North America . . . . . . 245
Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock
Control Function Check . . . . . 247
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 247
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 248
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 250
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Electrical System Overload . . . 252
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 263
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Tire Terminology andDefinitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 279
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288

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.The tread or sidewall is
cracked, cut, or snagged
deep enough to show cord or
fabric.
.The tire has a bump, bulge,
or split.
.The tire has a puncture, cut,
or other damage that cannot
be repaired well because of
the size or location of the
damage.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every
12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
Maintenance Schedule0315.
Tires are rotated to achieve a
uniform wear for all tires. The
first rotation is the most
important.
Anytime unusual wear is
noticed, rotate the tires as soon
as possible, check for proper tire
inflation pressure, and check for
damaged tires or wheels. If the
unusual wear continues after the rotation, check the wheel
alignment. See
When It Is Time
for New Tires 0275 andWheel
Replacement 0279.
Use this rotation pattern when
rotating the tires.
If the vehicle has a compact
spare tire, do not include it in the
tire rotation.
Adjust the front and rear tires to
the recommended inflation
pressure on the Tire and
Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See
Tire Pressure
0268 and Vehicle
Load Limits 0168.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor
System. See Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0270.
Check that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel
Nut Torque” underCapacities
and Specifications 0328.
{Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.

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laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead
to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a level of
performance which all
passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The
temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to
provide the longest tire life and best
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
are not necessary on a regular
basis. Consider an alignment check
if there is unusual tire wear or the
vehicle is significantly pulling to one
side or the other. Some slight pull to
the left or right, depending on the
crown of the road and/or other road
surface variations such as troughs
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
vibrating when driving on a smooth
road, the tires and wheels may need
to be rebalanced. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent,
cracked, or badly rusted or
corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and
wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it.Some aluminum wheels can be
repaired. See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
wheel that is needed.
Each new wheel should have the
same load-carrying capacity,
diameter, width, and offset, and
should be mounted the same way
as the one it replaces.
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts.
{Warning
Using the wrong replacement
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
nuts can be dangerous. It could
affect the braking and handling of
the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
and cause loss of control, causing
a crash. Always use the correct
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for replacement.

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of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires.
Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see
Interior Care 0309 and
Exterior Care 0304.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver
optimal wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may
need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper
wheel alignment.
Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
recommend proper replacement
if needed. Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned
and kept in good condition to
provide a clear view.
.
Signs of wear include streaking,
skipping across the windshield,
and worn or split rubber.
. Trained dealer technicians can
check the wiper blades and
replace them when needed.

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364 Index
Storage Areas (cont'd)Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . 92
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153, 344
System Operation
Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
T
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 334
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 43Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Tires (cont'd)
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 270
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 269
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Sealant and Compressor Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Terminology and Definitions . . 266
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 279
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Towing General Information . . . . . . . . . . 223 Towing (cont'd)
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 302
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Traction
Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak
®Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 277
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Utility Interruption of
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
V
VehicleAlarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 327
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

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Vehicle (cont'd)Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . 138
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . 173
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 113
Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealantand Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 288
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 251
W
Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 203
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 279
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 79
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 248
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 251