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Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-Canada/Mexico-

6014783) - 2014 - CRC - 9/23/13

2014 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual

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In Brief

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Keys, Doors, and

Windows

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Seats and Restraints

. . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

Storage

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Instruments and Controls

. . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-28

Lighting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System

. . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27

Downloadable Applications . . . 7-46
Bluetooth Phone/Devices . . . . . 7-51
Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-60

Climate Controls

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Driving and Operating

. . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-23
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-31
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-36
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-44

Summary of Contents for 2014 TRAX

Page 1: ...nstruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 25 Trip Computer 5 26 Vehicle Personalization 5 28 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 5 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 11 Audio Players 7 19 Phone 7 27 Downloadable Applications 7 46 Bluetooth Phone Devices 7 51 T...

Page 2: ...rance Care 10 76 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 8 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 15 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 10 Vehicle Dat...

Page 3: ...ehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual 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 ...

Page 4: ...ndicate a hazard that could result in injury or death It could also result in possible damage to the vehicle 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...

Page 5: ...g Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar if equipped Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure P Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminder...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ... 9 Mirror Adjustment 1 10 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 10 Interior Lighting 1 11 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 12 Climate Controls 1 13 Transmission 1 14 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices 1 16 Bluetooth 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 17 Cruise Control 1 17 Driver Information Center DIC 1 18 Rear Vision Camera RVC 1 18 Ultrasonic Parking Ass...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 9: ...4 9 Hood Release See Hood on page 10 4 10 Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 5 Front Fog Lamps on page 6 4 11 Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13 12 Instrument Panel Storage on page 4 1 13 Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 14 Horn on page 5 2 15 Ignition Positions on page 9 14 16 Traction Control Electr...

Page 10: ...er door all doors or if equipped the locking fuel door Hazard warning flashers will flash Q Press to lock the driver door all doors or if equipped the locking fuel door Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 28 7 If equipped press and hold briefly to initiate vehicle locator Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press again t...

Page 11: ...ing 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 Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 6 Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually From the inside to lock the door use the lock knob on the top of the door panel From the o...

Page 12: ...Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 See Liftgate on page 2 10 Windows Press the switch to lower the window Pull up on the front edge of the switch to raise it See Power Windows on page 2 16 The switches work when the vehicle is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 19 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust a ...

Page 13: ...ward 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 rear of the control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 Lumbar Adjustment Manual Seat Shown Power Seat Similar If available press the front or rear of the switch to increase or decrease ...

Page 14: ...n the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback returns to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Second Row Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space See Rear Seats on page 3 9...

Page 15: ... sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 14 Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 15 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 45 Passenger Sensing System Canada The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped under certain co...

Page 16: ...the vehicle Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid the glare of headlamps from behind See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2 15 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...

Page 17: ...hen a door is opened Press to turn on the dome lamps The rear dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the rear seats 9 Press to turn the lamps off even when a door is open H When the button is returned to the middle position the lamps turn on automatically when a door is opened R Press to turn on the dome lamps Reading Lamps If equipped with front reading lamps they are in the overhead conso...

Page 18: ... taillamps license plate lamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on If equipped with fog lamps press to turn the lamps on or off S...

Page 19: ...shield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 andRear Window Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Climate Controls If equipped with these climate control systems the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle Climate Control System with Heater and Air Conditioning 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Driver and Passenger...

Page 20: ...to upshift or push the minus end of the button to downshift See Manual Mode on page 9 25 Manual Transmission To engage R Reverse with the vehicle stationary pull up on the button on the selector lever and engage the gear If the gear does not engage set the lever in Neutral release the clutch pedal and apply it again then repeat gear selection See Manual Transmission on page 9 26 Up Shift Light If ...

Page 21: ...ion in the list press the corresponding button 1 6 until a beep is heard For more information see Storing a Station as a Favorite in AM FM Radio on page 7 11 Radio Controls with Touchscreen Audio Source Menu z VOL y Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume O Power Press and hold to turn the system on and off D Home Page Press to enter the Home Page Storing a Favorite Station Stations from a...

Page 22: ...ada See Satellite Radio on page 7 16 Portable Audio Devices There is a USB port in the storage area to the right of the infotainment system and a 3 5 mm 1 8 in AUX input jack if equipped is on the front of the infotainment system External devices such as iPods laptop computers MP3 players CD changers and USB storage devices may be connected depending on the audio system See USB Port on page 7 21 a...

Page 23: ...ilence the vehicle speakers while using the infotainment system Press again to turn the sound on For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems press to reject an incoming call or end a current call _ SRC Press to select an audio source Toggle up or down to select the next or previous favorite radio station or CD MP3 track x Press or to increase or decrease the volume See Steering Wheel Controls on...

Page 24: ...n to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 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 on page 9 38 Ultrasonic Parking Assist If equipped this system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking a...

Page 25: ...ose the sunshade The sunroof will not operate if the vehicle has an electrical failure See Sunroof on page 2 18 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Stability Control If equipped the traction control system limits wheel spin The system is on when the vehicle is started If equipped the StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditi...

Page 26: ... 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 on page 10 50 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculat...

Page 27: ...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 ...

Page 28: ...Black plate 22 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 1 22 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 29: ...r Locks 2 8 Delayed Locking 2 8 Automatic Door Locks 2 8 Safety Locks 2 9 Safety Locks 2 10 Doors Liftgate 2 10 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 11 Vehicle Alarm System 2 11 Immobilizer 2 12 Immobilizer Operation 2 12 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 13 Power Mirrors 2 14 Folding Mirrors 2 14 Heated Mirrors 2 14 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 14 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 15 Automa...

Page 30: ...ght in the path of a closing window Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key blade Press the button and the key blade to retract the key The key code is stamped on the key number plate and can be used to ma...

Page 31: ...vice Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The RKE transmitter may work up to 30 m 98 ft away from the vehicle Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 The following may be available Q Lock Press to lock all doors or if equipped a locking fuel door The turn signal indicators may flash and or the horn may sound to indicate lo...

Page 32: ... from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 6 The buttons on the keys are disabled when there is a key in the ignition Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is pr...

Page 33: ...ight 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 Key Battery Replacement The battery is not rechargeable To replace the battery Caution When replacing the b...

Page 34: ... the engine using the remote start feature 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release Q 3 Immediately after completing Step 2 press and hold for several 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 eng...

Page 35: ...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 Continued Warning Continued You...

Page 36: ... 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 doo...

Page 37: ...al Safety Locks If equipped the safety lock is located on the inside edge of the rear doors To use the safety lock 1 Insert the key into the safety lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position 2 Close the door 3 Do the same for the other rear door To open a rear door when the safety lock is on 1 Unlock the door by lifting the rear door lock using the power door lock switch or wi...

Page 38: ... is activated that door will remain locked and the indicator light may flash Release the handle then deactivate the safety locks to allow the door to open from the inside Doors Liftgate Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate hatch trunk open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the hatch trunk or liftgate Engine exhaust contains...

Page 39: ...ss make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it To open the liftgate press K on the door lock switch or on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to unlock all doors then use the touch pad on the trunk Press Q on the door lock switch or on the RKE transmitter to lock the liftgate See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 When closing the liftgate cl...

Page 40: ...ors using the transmitter or start the vehicle To avoid setting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle with the transmitter after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed Always unlock a door with the transmitter Unlocking the driver door with the backup key will not disarm the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident turn off the alarm by pressing K on the transmitter or...

Page 41: ...start and the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on try another ignition key If the engine does not start with the other key the vehicle needs service If the vehicle does start the first key may be damaged See your dealer who can service the theft deterrent system and have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system i...

Page 42: ...l the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors 1 Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle If equipped with OnStar...

Page 43: ...s the glare of headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started Windows Warning Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy per...

Page 44: ...of the switch to raise it Express Up Express Down Windows If equipped a window with the express up down feature can be raised or lowered without holding the switch Press or pull the window switch fully and release it to activate the express feature The express mode can be canceled by pressing or pulling the switch Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged disco...

Page 45: ...to a factory preset position The window functions normally once the obstruction is removed Rear Window Lockout The rear window lockout feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating except from the driver position Press v to activate the rear window lockout switch Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare If equipped detach the sun...

Page 46: ...r rear of switch 2 to vent or close the sunroof Manually close the sunshade The sunroof will not operate if the vehicle has an electrical failure Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof...

Page 47: ...after a Crash 3 20 Airbag System Airbag System Mexico 3 21 Airbag System Canada 3 23 Where Are the Airbags Mexico 3 25 Where Are the Airbags Canada 3 26 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 28 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 29 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 29 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 29 Passenger Sensing System Canada 3 31 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 35 Adding Equipment ...

Page 48: ...in the outboard seating positions Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint pr...

Page 49: ...f the seatback and push the head restraint down When an occupant is in the seat always return the head restraint to the upright position Pull the head restraint up and push it rearward until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked Rear outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed Front Seats Seat Adjustment Seat Position Warning You can los...

Page 50: ...justment To adjust the power driver seat if available 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 rear of the control up or down To adjust the seatback see Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 To adjust the lumbar support see Lumba...

Page 51: ...s the lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position 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 an upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback returns to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Warning Sitting...

Page 52: ...eclined if the vehicle is moving Front Seat Armrest There may be an armrest on the inboard side of the driver seat To raise or lower the armrest push up or pull down on the armrest Heated Front Seats Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater es...

Page 53: ...e heated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced This is normal The heated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless the heated seat feature is enabled in the vehicle personalization menu See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 6 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 28 Folding Seatback The front passenger sea...

Page 54: ...nt on page 3 3 3 Lift the lever fully and fold the seatback forward If necessary move the safety belt out of the way to access the lever 4 Continue lowering the seatback until it is completely folded and locks in place To raise the seatback 1 Lift the lever fully to unlock the seatback Then raise the seatback and push it rearward until it re engages 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it ...

Page 55: ... seatback prior to tilting the seat cushion forward may damage the rear seat Always tilt the rear seat cushion forward before folding the seatback To fold a seatback down 1 Make sure the floor area in front of the rear seats is clear 2 Fully lower the head restraint See Head Restraints on page 3 2 3 Slide the front seats forward and place the front seatbacks in the upright position See Seat Adjust...

Page 56: ...ner Hook on the Seatback 5 Make sure the safety belt is in the retainer hook on top of the seatback if equipped Rear Seat with Retainer Hook on the Seatback 6 Reach under the belt and pull the lever on top of the seatback to unlock the seatback A tab near the seatback lever raises when the seatback is unlocked 7 Fold the seatback forward and down ...

Page 57: ...h and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked Warning A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To return the rear seatback ...

Page 58: ...y If additional cargo space is not needed the seatbacks should be kept in the upright locked position Rear Seat Armrest If available the rear seat has an armrest in the center of the seatback Lower the armrest to access the cupholders To fold lift the armrest up and push it rearward until it is flush with the seatback Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts proper...

Page 59: ...eld the instrument panel or the safety belts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and when worn properly your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a ...

Page 60: ...important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under...

Page 61: ...elt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again The rear center safety belt can only be withdrawn from the retractor if the seatback ...

Page 62: ...utton on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for th...

Page 63: ...p tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And for vehicles with side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash the pretensioners ...

Page 64: ...h the loop 3 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 4 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 5 The elastic cord on the comfort guide is adjustable You can make it longer or shorter by squeezing both ends of the plastic adjuster and pulling on the elastic cord or the g...

Page 65: ...ckle and position the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Un hook the guide from the loop on the seat Store the guide in a convenient place like the glove box for the next time it is needed Safety Belt Use ...

Page 66: ...t comes with the extender Safety System Check Now and then check that the safety belt reminder light safety belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are all working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job See your dealer to have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash Th...

Page 67: ...afety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 12 Airbag System Airbag System Mexico The vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A frontal airbag for...

Page 68: ...rbags are designed to work with safety belts not replace them Also airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint See When Should an Airbag Inflate on page 3 28 Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts E...

Page 69: ...or the front outboard passenger A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger The vehicle may have the following airbags A knee airbag for the driver A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger Seat mounted side impact airbags for the ...

Page 70: ...ning Continued vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person Warning Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or lea...

Page 71: ... page 5 12 for more information Where Are the Airbags Mexico The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar If the vehicle has seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger they are in the side of the seatbacks closest to th...

Page 72: ...airbag covering Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail airbag will be blocked Where Are the Airbags Canada The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steerin...

Page 73: ...n the sides of the rear seatback closest to the door Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury Continued Warning Continued or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on...

Page 74: ...raight on or at an angle and whether the object is fixed or moving rigid or deformable narrow or wide Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or many side impacts In addition the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Knee airbags if equipped are designed to infla...

Page 75: ...e head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows The rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events although no system can prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Sh...

Page 76: ...res Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has oc...

Page 77: ...the front outboard passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped should be allowed to inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size Whenever possible...

Page 78: ...icator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are off See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Canada on page 5 12 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if equipped anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has...

Page 79: ...3 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happ...

Page 80: ...which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operate...

Page 81: ... and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 9 Warning For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yell...

Page 82: ...rly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System Canada on page 3 31 If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 10 59 for additional important information If you have to modify your vehicle because you have a disability and you have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle s airbag system or if you have ques...

Page 83: ...To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for service If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving the airbag system may not work properly Have the vehicle...

Page 84: ...h of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic b...

Page 85: ...ould then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law...

Page 86: ...5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a 110 kg 240 lb force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front outboard seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a...

Page 87: ...ion there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support In a crash if an infant is in a rear facing child restraint the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants should always be secured in rear facing child rest...

Page 88: ...g surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can als...

Page 89: ... that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child res...

Page 90: ...assenger sensing system if equipped has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard seat always move the fr...

Page 91: ...TCH anchors or the vehicle s safety belts Do not use both the safety belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear facing or forward facing child seat Booster seats use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the child in the booster seat If the manufacturer recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properl...

Page 92: ...hment 2 on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with ...

Page 93: ...near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is on the trim near the anchor The top tether anchors are on the back of the rear seatbacks Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without ...

Page 94: ...ld restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint per anchor Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped aro...

Page 95: ... tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat When installing a rear facing child restraint it may be necessary to move the front seat forward to properly install the child restraint per the child restraint manufacturer instr...

Page 96: ...er over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts If the position you are using has an adjust...

Page 97: ... has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this veh...

Page 98: ...raint on the seat For outboard second row seating positions remove the safety belt from the guide Do not secure the child restraint with the safety belt routed through the guide When installing a rear facing child restraint it may be necessary to move the front seat forward to properly install the child restraint per the child restraint manufacturer instructions 2 Pick up the latch plate and run t...

Page 99: ...ly held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect i...

Page 100: ...some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System Canada on page 3 31 for additional informati...

Page 101: ...f indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Canada on page 5 12 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch plat...

Page 102: ...to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the...

Page 103: ... Sunglasses Storage 4 2 Underseat Storage 4 3 Additional Storage Features Cargo Management System 4 3 Convenience Net 4 4 Warning Triangle 4 4 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 4 4 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage If equipped pull the hand...

Page 104: ...xico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 4 2 Storage Slide the latch to open Press the button to open the storage above the glovebox Cupholders If equipped pull the rear seat armrest down to access Sunglasses Storage There may be sunglasses storage over the driver door Pull to open ...

Page 105: ...s storage under the front passenger seat Lift the end of the tray up and pull it forward to open Push it in toward the seat to close Additional Storage Features Cargo Management System This vehicle has a cargo management system in the rear Pull the strap to lift Fold the load floor Place the hook from the load floor inside the hook on the side trim ...

Page 106: ... carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn off and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier Fo...

Page 107: ...o prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds sudden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on rough roads or at high speeds occasionally stop the veh...

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Page 109: ... 5 13 Service Vehicle Soon Light 5 16 Brake System Warning Light 5 16 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 17 Up Shift Light 5 18 Power Steering Warning Light 5 18 Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light 5 18 Traction Off Light 5 18 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 19 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 19 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 19 Tire Pressure Light 5 20 Engine Oil Pressure L...

Page 110: ...ith Bluetooth or OnStar press to interact with those systems See Bluetooth Overview on page 7 27 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition on page 7 37 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls on page 7 28 or OnStar if equipped i Mute End Call Press to decline an incoming call to end speech recognition or to end a current call Press to silence the vehicle speakers while using the infotainment system Press again to...

Page 111: ...r lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached When the windshield wiper lever is released additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been activated See Washer Fluid on page 10 21 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir Warni...

Page 112: ...perate continuously when the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes If the rear wiper control is off the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 28 The windshield washer ...

Page 113: ...settings through the menu system See Operation on page 7 8 for information about how to use the menu system Setting the Time and Date 1 Press H 2 Select Set Time or Set Date 3 Turn the Menu Tune knob to the desired value 4 Press the Menu Tune knob to select the value 5 Turn the Menu Tune knob to change the desired value 6 To save and return to the Time Settings menu press BACK button at any time S...

Page 114: ... and date settings and then set date format 3 Set the date display to DD MM YYYY day month year MM DD YYYY month day year or YYYY MM DD year month day display format Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The vehicle has an accessory power outlet in front of the cupholders on the center stack There may also be one on...

Page 115: ...wer outlet is on the rear of the center console It can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use The light comes on when the ignition is in ON RUN and equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet and no system fault is detected The indicator light does not come on when the igni...

Page 116: ...something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle...

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Page 118: ...res the distance the vehicle has been driven since the function was last reset Press the trip odometer reset stem on the cluster to switch between the odometer and trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero press and hold the reset button on the lower right of the tachometer while the trip odometer is being displayed Be careful not to reset the engine oil life monitor accidentally Tachometer...

Page 119: ... turning a corner or speeding up The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled Thi...

Page 120: ...he airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately Warning If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a cras...

Page 121: ...Continued away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 12 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on and the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while driving there may be a problem with the electrical charging ...

Page 122: ...pairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems Continued Caution Continued co...

Page 123: ...od quality fuel is used Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up If one or more of these conditions occurs change the fuel brand used It may require at leas...

Page 124: ...e and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Service Vehicle Soon Light For vehicles with this light it comes on if a condition exists that may require the vehicle to be taken in for service If the light comes on take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light W...

Page 125: ...light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing the Vehicle on page 10 73 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light stays on turn the ignition to LOCK OFF or if the light comes on stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on...

Page 126: ...dealer for service Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light If equipped this light comes on to indicate that there is a malfunction in the system See your dealer for service See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 36 for more information Traction Off Light If equipped this light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working norma...

Page 127: ...page 9 31 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light If equipped the StabiliTrak or Traction Control System TCS indicator warning light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system...

Page 128: ... Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 49 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem...

Page 129: ...n the ignition is turned on as a check to indicate it is working If it does not come on have it fixed This light comes on when the vehicle is low on fuel The low fuel warning light comes on when there are approximately 6 0 L 1 7 gal of fuel remaining in the tank To turn the light off add fuel to the fuel tank See Filling the Tank on page 9 41 Immobilizer Light The immobilizer light should come on ...

Page 130: ... the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed might be reduced If this light stays on see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 6 2 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light If equipped this light turns on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps...

Page 131: ...r Ajar Light This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched Before driving check that all doors are properly closed Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC If equipped the DIC displays information about your vehicle It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected See Vehicle Messages on page 5 25 All messages appear in the DIC display in the instrument...

Page 132: ... of all possible menu items Remaining Oil Life Units Language Compass Remaining Oil Life This menu is not available while the vehicle is moving This display shows an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life If 99 is displayed that means 99 of the current oil life remains When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE message will appear on the display The oil should be changed as soon as possibl...

Page 133: ...d move w x to change the language of the displays when LANG SET is displayed Select 1 or 2 for the language display 1 is Alphabet and 2 is Arabic Numeral Press SET CLR to confirm the setting Compass See Compass on page 5 4 for information on setting the compass Vehicle Messages DIC messages display when the status of the vehicle has changed and action may be needed to correct the condition Multipl...

Page 134: ...puter The trip computer is located in the Driver Information Center DIC It provides the driver with driving information such as average speed fuel range average fuel economy and a timer 1 SET CLR Press to set or clear the menu item displayed This is not used to reset the trip odometer To reset the trip odometer use the reset button on the tachometer in the instrument cluster 2 w x Thumbwheel Turn ...

Page 135: ...ehicle can be driven without refueling The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank Average Fuel Economy Canada Shown Mexico Similar This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number is calculated based on the number of L 100 ...

Page 136: ...ed to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features The following are all possible personalization features Depending on the vehicle some may not be available CONFIG Configuration Press to access the Configuration Settings Menu MENU TUNE Turn to scroll through the menus or setup items Press to enter the menus and select the menu items BACK Press to exit or return to the previou...

Page 137: ...s value press BACK button at any time 5 To change the AM PM setting select the hour value and turn the MENU TUNE knob until the desired AM or PM hour value is selected 6 To save and return to the Time Settings menu press the MENU TUNE knob or BACK button repeatedly at any time Set Date Select this to manually set the date 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to the desired value 2 Press the MENU TUNE knob to...

Page 138: ...anually set the startup volume of the radio 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to increase or decrease the value 2 To save press the MENU TUNE or BACK button Radio Favorites This feature allows for the manually setting of the number of favorite pages 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to select 1 6 2 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select the value Bluetooth Settings Select the Bluetooth Settings menu and the following...

Page 139: ...ume Select this to set the chime volume level to Normal or High 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to select Chime Volume 2 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select 3 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to the desired level 4 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select the level Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear This allows selection of the Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear feature to be turned on or off When on and the front wipers are on the rear...

Page 140: ... Off 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to the desired selection 2 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open If Off is selected the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available and the door will lock as programmed through this menu 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to On or Off 2 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select De...

Page 141: ...l unlock at the first press of K 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to the desired selection 2 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select Personalization Menu Radio with Touchscreen Settings can be made with the ignition ON and the vehicle not moving The following are all possible personalization features Depending on the vehicle some may not be available D Home Press to access the Home Page Menu Q or R Press to s...

Page 142: ...tale information display to be turned on or off Press Cluster Eco Telltale when highlighted Select On or Off or turn Press 4 Comfort and Convenience Select the Comfort and Convenience menu and the following may be displayed Chime Volume Easy Exit Steering Column Easy Exit Driver Seat Auto Parking Mirror Tilt Personalization By Driver Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Chime Volume This allows selection of ...

Page 143: ...his allows selection of the Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear feature to be turned on or off When on and the front wipers are on the rear window wiper will turn on automatically when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse Press Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Collision Detection Systems Select the Collision Detection Systems menu and the following may be displayed Park A...

Page 144: ... Select All Doors Driver Door or Off Press 4 Auto Door Lock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park Press Auto Door Lock when highlighted Select On or Off or turn Press 4 Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open If Off is selected the Delayed Door Lock menu wil...

Page 145: ...highlighted Select Flash Lights or Lights Off Press 4 Remote Lock Light Horn Feedback This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when pressing Q on the RKE transmitter Press Remote Lock Light Horn Feedback when highlighted Select Lights only Lights Horn horn Only or Off Press 4 Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter P...

Page 146: ...or Off Press 4 Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder This allows the Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder feature to be turned on or off If on the horn will chirp if a remote is left in the vehicle Press Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Rear Camera Option Select Rear Camera Option and the following may be displayed Guidelines Guidelines This feature will turn on the g...

Page 147: ...ed Select On or Off Press 4 Language Select Language then select from the available language s Press 4 Text Scroll This allows the Text Scroll feature to be turned on or off When on if there is long text displayed on the audio screen the text is scrolled When off the text is scrolled once and displayed in truncated form Press Text Scroll when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Touch Beep Volume ...

Page 148: ...OD when highlighted DIVX VIDEO DivX is a digital video format created by DivX LLC a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video See divx com for more information and software tools on how to convert files into DivX videos DIVX VIDEO ON DEMAND This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video on Demand VOD movies T...

Page 149: ...is to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel There are four positions O Off Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic lamp control off or on again AUTO Automatic If Equipped Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness together with the parking lamps taillamps license plate lamps sidemarker lamps and instrument panel lights Parking Lamps Turns on the parking...

Page 150: ... vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it is not covered The DRL system makes the low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is in the ON RUN mode The exterior lamp control is in AUTO The engine is running When the DRL are on only the low beam headlamps at a reduced level ...

Page 151: ...eadlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp...

Page 152: ...e on a signal bulb may be burned out Replace any burned out bulbs If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 33 Front Fog Lamps If the vehicle is equipped with front fog lamps the button is on the outboard side of the instrument panel The ignition must be on to turn on the fog lamps Front Fog Lamps Press to turn the fog lamps on or off An indicator light o...

Page 153: ...n and hold to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position Dome Lamps Front and Rear Dome Lamps If equipped the front dome lamp controls are in the overhead console Dome Lamp Override Press to turn the lamps off even when a door is open H Door W...

Page 154: ...n each lamp on or off Lighting Features Battery Load 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 v...

Page 155: ...railer 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 n...

Page 156: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 6 8 Lighting 2 NOTES ...

Page 157: ...able Applications Smartphone Link Overview 7 46 Smartphone Link Pandora 7 48 Smartphone Link Stitcher 7 49 Bluetooth Phone Devices Pictures and Movies Audio System 7 51 Pictures and Movies Picture System 7 56 Pictures and Movies Movie System 7 58 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 60 Introduction Infotainment Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the fol...

Page 158: ...r other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment Customer Assistance Assistance is available to help with Bluetooth pairing application downloading and installation other mobile device interface and operation support of the infotainment system See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13 3 Theft Deterrent Feature The infotainment system has an ...

Page 159: ...e Press to turn the system on and off Turn to adjust the volume 2 PRESET Buttons 1 6 Press and hold to store a station Press to go to a preset favorite station 3 MENU TUNE Press to open menus and select menu items Turn to highlight menu items or to set values while in a menu Turn to manually select radio stations 4 FAV 123 Favorites Press to go to a favorite page ...

Page 160: ...s station Press and hold to reverse through the currently playing song on an external audio device 8 AUX Auxiliary Press to access the auxiliary input device 9 RADIO BAND Press to select AM FM or band Press to select the radio when listening to a different audio source 10 H Clock Press to enter the time and date settings menu 11 TONE Press to open the tone menu 12 CONFIG Configuration Press to ope...

Page 161: ... O VOL Power Volume Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume 2 Z Eject Removes a disc from the CD slot 3 Preset Buttons 1 6 Radio Saves and selects favorite stations 4 AUX Port 3 5 mm 1 8 in connection for external devices 5 MENU TUNE Radio Manually selects radio stations CD Selects tracks 6 FAV 1 2 3 Favorites Radio Opens the favorites list ...

Page 162: ...within a track 10 SEEK Radio Seeks the previous station CD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track 11 CD AUX Selects the CD player or an external audio source 12 RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening to the radio Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source 13 H Clock Menu Opens the Clock menu 14 TONE Opens the Tone menu 15 CONFIG Configuration Opens the Configur...

Page 163: ...ease or increase the volume 2 O Power Press and hold to turn the power on or off 3 D Home Page Press to go to the Home Page See Home Page Radio with Touchscreen on page 7 7 Home Page Radio with Touchscreen Touchscreen Buttons Touchscreen buttons show on the screen when available When a function is unavailable the button may gray out When a function is selected the button may highlight ...

Page 164: ...nk Overview on page 7 46 or Smartphone Link Pandora on page 7 48 or Smartphone Link Stitcher on page 7 49 8 settings Press to access the Personalization menu See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 28 Operation Radio Controls without Touchscreen The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons multifunction knobs and menus shown on the display Turning the System On or Off O VOL Power Vol...

Page 165: ... edge of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source Adjusting the Bass Midrange Treble Fader and Balance 1 Press the TONE button 2 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to the desired tone 3 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select the desired tone 4 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to adjust the desired tone 5 Press...

Page 166: ...tton 2 Select Radio Settings 3 Select Auto Volume 4 Select the setting 5 Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu Radio Controls with Touchscreen The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons menus shown on the display and steering wheel controls Turning the System On or Off O Power Press and hold to turn the radio on and off Automatic Switch Off If the info...

Page 167: ...rom the AM or FM menu EQ Equalizer Press S or T to select a sound style or turn off the sound style When in tone settings Manual and Talk may be the only settings available depending on the sound system Bass Mid Midrange or Treble Press or to change the desired sound style from 12 to 12 Fader or Balance Adjust the front rear or left right speakers by dragging the dot in the vehicle image on the sc...

Page 168: ...vice Press the AUX button to select a connected auxiliary device Selecting a Station Seek Tuning If the radio station is not known Press SEEK to automatically search for available radio stations Press and hold SEEK to change the radio stations as desired then release to stop at the current station Press and hold to fast forward or reverse through the currently playing song on an external audio dev...

Page 169: ... the RDS stations sorted by program type in the FM category list To search for a programming type determined by station 1 From FM turn the MENU TUNE knob to select FM Category List then press the MENU TUNE knob 2 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to move to the desired station then press the MENU TUNE knob to receive the selected broadcasting channel Update Stations List From AM or FM turn the MENU TUNE kno...

Page 170: ...r use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This feature only works when the information from the radio station is available In rare cases a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters display Selecting a Ban...

Page 171: ...roll through the list Press on the station to select it Station List From the AM or FM menu press AM or FM station list on the screen Press Q or R to scroll through the list Press on the station to select it Category List From the FM menu press FM category list on the screen Press Q or R to scroll through the list Press on the station to select it Update Station List From the AM or FM menu press u...

Page 172: ...rvice 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 service fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service For more information contact SiriusXM at www siriusxm com or 1 866 635 2349 U S and www xmradio ca or 1 877 209 0079 Canada Listening to Sir...

Page 173: ... XM radio screen 2 Press the menu to select the desired item or to display the detail menu item 3 Press 4 to return to the previous menu Favorite List 1 Press favorite list from the XM menu The favorite list information is displayed 2 Press Q or R to find the desired station Tune to the station by selecting it Channel List 1 Press XM channel list from the XM menu The channel list is displayed 2 Pr...

Page 174: ...pecially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and out AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Se...

Page 175: ...sc has been handled Handle discs carefully and store them in their original cases or other protective cases away from direct sunlight and dust If the bottom surface of a disc is damaged the disc may not play properly or at all Do not touch the bottom surface of a disc while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edg...

Page 176: ...e MENU TUNE Turn to select tracks Turn to enter the menu Press to select the menu Z Eject Press to eject the disc Inserting a CD With the printed side facing up insert a disc into the CD slot until it is drawn in Removing a CD Press Z The disc is pushed out of the CD slot If the disc is not removed after it is ejected it is pulled back in after a few seconds Playing a CD or MP3 CD Press the AUX or...

Page 177: ...e MENU TUNE knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres or Folder View 4 Select the track USB Port The USB Port is in the storage area to the right of the infotainment system See Overview Radio with Touchscreen on page 7 7 or Overview AM FM Radio on page 7 3 or Overview Radio with CD USB on page 7 5 Portable devices are controlled by using the menu system described in...

Page 178: ...n or Off then press the BACK button to return to the main screen On Repeats the current track Off Playback starts from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes Connecting and Controlling a PlaysForSure Device PFD or Zune Connecting a PFD or Zune Connect the PFD or Zune to the USB port Searching for a Track Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles P...

Page 179: ... the amount of information stored Files that do not have any meta data stored in the ID3 tag display as Unknown Tracks can be searched for by Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres Folder View This only displays if a playlist is found on the device To search for tracks 1 Turn the MENU TUNE knob 2 Select Search 3 Select Playlists Artists Albums Song Titles Genres or Folder View 4 Select the tr...

Page 180: ...s ID3 Tag versions 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 FAT16 FAT32 exFAT Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod iPhone To connect a USB storage device connect the device to the USB port To connect an iPod iPhone connect one end of the device s cable to the iPod iPhone and the other end to the USB port The iPod iPhone charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN po...

Page 181: ...he infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device Radio with Touchscreen The infotainment system can play music or movies connected by the auxiliary device Play will begin when the system has finished reading the information on the device Playing Music To play the music from the device if the device is already connected 1 Press D 2 Press audio 3 Press Source R...

Page 182: ...or help pairing a device The music can be controlled by controls on the device To play music via Bluetooth 1 Power on the device pair and connect the device The device will display GM Audio Source 2 Once paired press CD AUX to select Bluetooth Audio 3 Press the play button on the device to begin playback When selecting Bluetooth audio the radio may not be able to launch the audio player on the con...

Page 183: ...hru in this section See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section Warning When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment system Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death Focus your attention on driving Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth c...

Page 184: ...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 13 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls For information...

Page 185: ...to the vehicle See the cell phone manufacturer s user guide for information on this process 6 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 4 After the PIN is successfully entered the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone This name will be used to indicate which phones are pair...

Page 186: ...cess the phone book stored in the cell phone to make a call The Call Lists menu allows you to access the phone numbers from the Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls and Missed Calls menus on your cell phone to make a call To make a call using the Phone Book menu 1 Press 5 once or twice depending on the radio 2 Select Phone Book 3 Search through the list by selecting the letter group the phone book entry ...

Page 187: ...e the call Switching Between Calls Call Waiting Calls Only To switch between calls 1 Turn or press the MENU TUNE knob 2 Select Switch Call from the menu Conference Calling Conference calling and three way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work To start a conference while in a current call 1 Turn or press the MENU TUNE knob 2 Select Ente...

Page 188: ...cle 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 multipl...

Page 189: ...ted 1 Press D 2 Press settings 3 Press connection settings 4 Press bluetooth settings 5 Press pair device 6 Press Search Bluetooth Device 7 Press the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 8 Press Yes on the pop up screen of the Bluetooth device and infotainment system 9 When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired the 5 7 is displayed on the pair device sc...

Page 190: ...o connection However if the Bluetooth setting on the Bluetooth device is turned off a failure message is displayed on the infotainment system Pairing a Phone When a paired device is on the infotainment system and the SSP is not supported 1 Press D 2 Press settings 3 Press connection settings 4 Press bluetooth settings 5 Press pair device 6 Press Search Bluetooth Device 7 Press the desired device t...

Page 191: ... device to be disconnected 7 Press OK Deleting a Paired Phone 1 Press D 2 Select settings 3 Press connection settings 4 Press bluetooth settings 5 Press pair device 6 Press Delete 7 Press Yes Bluetooth Music Before playing Bluetooth music read the follow information A cell phone or Bluetooth device that supports Advanced Audio Distribution Profile A2DP versions over 1 2 must be registered and conn...

Page 192: ... phone or Bluetooth device after connecting as a stereo headset After being played at least once the music player will automatically play upon entering play mode and it will automatically stop when the music player mode ends If the cell phone or Bluetooth device is not in the waiting screen mode some devices may not automatically play in Bluetooth music play mode Playing Bluetooth Music 1 Press D ...

Page 193: ... Bluetooth music playback is not functioning then check to see if the cell phone is in the waiting screen mode Sounds may be cut off during the Bluetooth music playback The infotainment system outputs the audio from the cell phone or Bluetooth device as it is transmitted Bluetooth Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition To use voice recognition press the b g button located on the steering wheel ...

Page 194: ...elp with this process see your cell phone manufacturer s user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3 After the PIN is successfully entered the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the ...

Page 195: ...equipped and Bluetooth systems The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time Delete This command is used to delete individual name tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored...

Page 196: ...ollowed by a tone 2 Say Delete all name tags Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all stored numbers and name tags Using the List Command 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Directory 3 Say Hands Free Calling 4 Say List Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands Dial or Call The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a pho...

Page 197: ...rson 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 i...

Page 198: ... 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 ...

Page 199: ...n how to delete this information see the previous sections on deleting a paired phone and deleting name tags Hands Free Phone General Information with Touchscreen Vehicles with a Hands Free Phone system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a hands free profile to make and receive phone calls The infotainment system and voice control are used to operate the system Not all phones support all ...

Page 200: ...itch back to hands free Turning the Microphone On and Off Press 3 to turn the microphone on or off Calling by Redial To call by using redial Press b g on the steering wheel controls to display the redial guidance screen Press and hold 5 on the telephone screen Redialing is not possible when there is no call history Taking calls When a phone call comes through the connected Bluetooth cell phone the...

Page 201: ...keypad on the phone book screen As characters are selected the names that include those characters will display on the phone book screen As more characters of the name are entered the list of possible names is shortened To search for the name Alex 1 Press abc to select the first character 2 Press jkl to select the second character 3 Press def to select the third character 4 Press wxy to select the...

Page 202: ...at streams news sports and entertainment shows through the audio system Create personalized on demand stations or discover new shows through Stitcher s preset stations To set up an account download the application from the Android Market or iTunes Store or go to www stitcher com A phone or tablet with Internet connection and the application installed is required Personal cell phone data plans are ...

Page 203: ...the infotainment system When the application is stopped on the smartphone it usually takes time to return to normal operation Try to activate the application after 10 20 seconds To switch to another application while playing an application and connected through the USB port press the HOME button on the iPod iPhone then press the application icon on the infotainment system Switching Between a USB C...

Page 204: ... menu is displayed 5 Press the application icon 6 The application screen is displayed Smartphone Link Pandora Some images and explanations may vary by phone operating systems versions and or application App versions Using Pandora 1 Install the Pandora application on the smartphone 2 Connect the smartphone to the infotainment system through the USB port or Bluetooth wireless technology iPhone USB c...

Page 205: ...3 Press enter artist track The keypad is displayed 4 Enter the artist or track name using the keypad then press Create 5 Press the desired station The station is added into the Pandora menu automatically Listening to Stations 1 Press MENU The Pandora menu is displayed 2 Press Q or R to scroll through the list Select the desired station QuickMix 1 Press MENU The Pandora menu is displayed 2 Press Qu...

Page 206: ... up or thumbs down Pause Press j to pause Press r to resume Changing Stations Press l to change to the next station Saving Favorites To save a station as a favorite press q on the stitcher screen Stitcher Menus The Stitcher Station menu displays available station data from the Stitcher server 1 Press MENU The Stitcher Station menu is displayed 2 Press Q or R to scroll through the list Select the d...

Page 207: ...odcast audio based on phone characteristics meaning the launch of audio would depend on the podcast size and phone connection Phone connection factors are Speed and traffic of transmission data Hours on usage Applications stored on the device Available memory of phone Bluetooth Phone Devices Pictures and Movies Audio System The infotainment system can play the music files contained in the USB stor...

Page 208: ...f files stored Some USB storage device files may not be compatible Up to two USB devices and one iPod can be played through a USB hub All devices may not be supported depending on the performance of the USB hub If there is not enough power supply it may not operate normally Do not disconnect the USB storage device while it is playing This may cause damage to the product or affect the performance o...

Page 209: ...h the ignition on When not in use disconnect the iPod iPhone When the iPod iPhone is connected to the USB port by using the iPod iPhone cable the Bluetooth music is not supported Connect the iPod iPhone to the USB port by using the iPod iPhone cable to play the music files When the iPod iPhone is connected to the AUX input terminal the music file will not play The iPod iPhone playback functions an...

Page 210: ...he playback time Scanning Forward or Backward Press and hold g or l during playback to rewind or fast forward Release the button to resume playback at normal speed Playing a File Repeatedly Press v during playback 1 Plays the current file repeatedly ALL Plays all files repeatedly OFF Returns to normal playback Playing a File Randomly Press u during playback NO Plays all files randomly OFF Returns ...

Page 211: ...vice If a non readable USB device is connected an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function If the iPod iPhone is already connected 1 Press D 2 Press e audio 3 Press SourceR 4 Press iPod To stop the device and select another media source press SourceR then select the other source To remove the device select another function then remove the device Pause Press ...

Page 212: ...orrect information cannot be modified or corrected on the infotainment system The information for songs expressed in special symbols or in unavailable languages may be displayed as u Using the iPod Menu Press MENU during playback Press the appropriate play mode Tone Settings 1 Press R on the iPod menu 2 Press tone settings The tone settings menu is displayed See Tone Settings under Radio Controls ...

Page 213: ... motion Viewing a Slide Show 1 From the picture screen press z The slide show will start to play 2 Press the screen to cancel the slide show during the slide show playback Viewing a Previous or Next Picture Press t or u from the picture screen Rotating a Picture Press y or w from the picture screen Enlarging a Picture Press x from the picture screen Using the USB Picture Menu 1 Press MENU from the...

Page 214: ... video bitrate mpeg 1 8 Mbps mpeg 4 mpg4 mp42 mp43 4 Mbps wmv9 3 Mbps divx 3 3 Mbps divx 4 5 6 4 8 Mbps xvid 4 5 Mbps Max audio bitrate mp3 320 Kbps wma 320 Kbps ac 3 640 Kbps aac 449 Kbps Movie files to which Digital Right Management DRM is applied may not be played Playing a Movie File 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port 2 Press the screen to open to full screen Press the screen again to re...

Page 215: ...e movie screen 2 Press the appropriate menu movie file list lists all movie files clock temp display allows selection of On or Off to show the clock and temperature on the full screen display settings adjusts for Brightness and Contrast tone settings shows the sound setup See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation on page 7 8 3 Press 4 to exit Subtitle Language If the mov...

Page 216: ...trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Fees and Taxes Subscrip...

Page 217: ...sXM website the Online Service or any of its content Furthermore the AMBER voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc General Requirements 1 A License Agreement from SiriusXM is required for any product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and or for use of any o...

Page 218: ...Black plate 62 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 7 62 Infotainment System 2 NOTES ...

Page 219: ...imate control systems the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle Climate Control System with Heater and Air Conditioning 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats 5 Air Conditioning 6 Rear Window Defogger 7 Recirculation Climate Control System with Heater Only 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mod...

Page 220: ...indow outlets Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear In defrost or defog mode excessive air conditioning use can cause the windows to fog If this happens change the air delivery mode to Y and reduce the fan speed Air Conditioning If equipped with air conditioning follow these steps to use the system Turn A to the desired speed The air conditioning does not operate when the fan contro...

Page 221: ...ecirculation button twice The recirculation indicator will not be lit M L Heated Seats If Equipped Press to heat the driver or passenger seat See Heated Front Seats on page 3 6 Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger 1 Rear Window Defogger Press to turn the rear window and outside mirror defogger on or off An indicator light comes on to show that the feature is on The rear window defogger turns of...

Page 222: ... direct airflow Turn the knobs on the side air vents counterclockwise or clockwise to open or close off the airflow Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into the vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of ob...

Page 223: ... air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 To find out what type of filter to use see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 14 1 Open the glove box completely and disconnect the damper on the outboard side 2 Push in both sides of the glove box and pull to remove 3 Open the filter cover by rele...

Page 224: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 8 6 Climate Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 225: ...ions 9 14 Starting the Engine 9 16 Engine Heater 9 18 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 19 Shifting Into Park 9 19 Shifting out of Park 9 20 Parking 9 21 Parking over Things That Burn 9 22 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 22 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 23 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 23 Manual Mode 9 25 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 26 Drive Systems All Wheel Driv...

Page 226: ...ar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle po...

Page 227: ...and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy Warning Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are wi...

Page 228: ...sition for an extended period of time power steering assist may be reduced If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time power assist may be reduced Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down Hydraulic Power Steering If the vehicle has the hydraulic power steering it may require maintenance See Power Steering Fluid 1 4L L4 Engine on page 10 20 ...

Page 229: ...then if there is nothing in the way steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three control systems Braking Skid wheels are ...

Page 230: ...s can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water Warning Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle...

Page 231: ...d Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills Warning Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slo...

Page 232: ...rol should be turned on See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 31 The Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle stability during hard stops on slippery roads but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement See Antilock Brake System ABS on page 9 29 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road and watch for slippery spots Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear...

Page 233: ...le and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold Moving about to keep warm also helps If it takes some time for help to arrive now and then when you run the engine push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed This keeps the battery charged t...

Page 234: ...s it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing the Vehicle on page 10 73 Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on the vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry ...

Page 235: ...orrect Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage ...

Page 236: ...00 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the...

Page 237: ... a heavy load it should be spread out See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section Warning Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shor...

Page 238: ...aborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 805 km 500 mi Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 mi or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings c...

Page 239: ...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 with an automatic transm...

Page 240: ...engine starts release the key The ignition switch returns to ON RUN for driving A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened the ignition is in ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF and the key is in the ignition If the ignition becomes difficult to turn see Keys on page 2 2 Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Caution If you add electrical parts or accessories you could c...

Page 241: ...any seconds cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF Caution Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the ignition to the START position immediately after cranking has...

Page 242: ...ment near the battery It is shipped from the factory with a tie holding it in place Use care in removing the tie so that the cord is not damaged 4 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet 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...

Page 243: ...h the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running Automatic Transmission 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 Warning Continued Do ...

Page 244: ...ition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the brake pedal is applied The shift lock control is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage ...

Page 245: ... from the slot the shift lever will be locked again 6 Remove the key from the slot 7 Close the cover 8 Have the cause of the problem fixed by your dealer Parking If the vehicle has a manual transmission before getting out of the vehicle move the shift lever into R Reverse if parking on a downhill slope On a level surface or an uphill slope use 1 First gear Firmly apply the parking brake Turn the w...

Page 246: ...h poor ventilation parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that ...

Page 247: ...en starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily Warning 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 Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even ...

Page 248: ...e N Neutral only Also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed The vehicle has an automatic neutral shift feature which allows the transmission to automatically shift to N Neutral when the vehicle is stopped with a forward gear engaged The reduced load on the engine improves vehicle fuel economy Warning Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless y...

Page 249: ...hile driving in manual mode the transmission will remain in the driver selected gear When coming to a stop in the manual position the vehicle will automatically shift into 1 First gear 2 Press the plus end of the button on the side of the shift lever to upshift or push the minus end of the button to downshift The instrument cluster will change from the currently displayed message to the letter M f...

Page 250: ... wear in the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving or while stopped The pressure can cause premature wear in the clutch The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Shifting the vehicle initially into any gear other than 1 First or R Reverse can damage the clutch Shift the manual tra...

Page 251: ...he brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine The shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern not in any gear R Reverse To engage R Reverse with the vehicle stationary pull up on the button on the selector lever and engage the gear If the gear does not e...

Page 252: ...go on and off if the accelerator position changes quickly Ignore the light during downshifts Drive Systems All Wheel Drive If equipped this feature transfers engine power as required to all four wheels It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions When using a compact spare tire on an All Wheel Drive AWD vehicle the system automatically detects the compact spare and disabl...

Page 253: ...o stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a ...

Page 254: ... parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Brake Assist If equipped Brake Assist is designed to assist in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions This feature uses the stability system hydraulic brake control module to supplement the power brake system under conditions where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the brake...

Page 255: ...elp limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control especially on slippery road conditions TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens TCS applies the brakes to the spinning wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path an...

Page 256: ... and d comes on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control The vehicle is safe to drive but driving should be adjusted accordingly If d comes on and stays on 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds 3 Start the engine Drive the vehicle If d comes on and stays on the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the probl...

Page 257: ...tabiliTrak on again press and release the g button The Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light g in the instrument cluster turn off Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 2 Descent Control System DCS If equipped the Descent Control System DCS allows the vehicle to travel at a low speed without applying the brake The vehicle will au...

Page 258: ...m h 25 mph or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km h 25 mph Warning Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed Do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause...

Page 259: ...e accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes or clutch for manual transmissions are applied the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory Once the vehicle reaches about 40 km h 25 mph or more move the thumbwheel up toward RES briefly The vehicle returns to the previous set speed Increasing Speed While Usin...

Page 260: ...cle speed When the brakes are applied cruise control will turn off Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control To disengage cruise control step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch for manual transmission Press n on the steering wheel To turn off cruise control press o on the steering wheel Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if the o button...

Page 261: ...ing the infotainment system controls See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 28 for more information When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly This light may come on for the following reasons The ultrasonic sensors are not clean Keep the vehicle s rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 76 The park assist sensors are covered by fros...

Page 262: ...ic Failure to use proper care before backing may result in Continued Warning Continued injury death or vehicle damage Always check behind and around the vehicle before backing An image appears on the radio screen with the message Check Surroundings for Safety when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse The radio screen goes to the previous screen after approximately 10 seconds once the vehicle is s...

Page 263: ...lens Ice snow mud or anything else builds up on the camera lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the vehicle is in an accident The position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your dealer There are extreme temperature changes Fuel Use of the re...

Page 264: ...olines are available in some cities If these gasolines comply with the previousely described specification then they are acceptable to use However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must be used only in flex fuel vehicles Caution Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would n...

Page 265: ...System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Filling the Tank Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fu...

Page 266: ...s soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 76 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13 Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not r...

Page 267: ... Use approved fuel containers Remove the container from the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Place the container on the ground Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel and Continued Warning Continued keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete Fill the container no more than 95 full to allow for expansion Do not smoke light m...

Page 268: ...cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 35 and Adding Equipment to...

Page 269: ...Starter Switch Check 10 26 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 26 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 27 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 27 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 27 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 29 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 29 Halogen Bulbs 10 29 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 10 30 License Plate Lamp 10 31 Replacement Bulbs 10 3...

Page 270: ... your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Accessories and Modifications Adding non dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic s...

Page 271: ...e Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order ...

Page 272: ...enance Records on page 11 15 Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever toward ...

Page 273: ...the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer The prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage 2 Lower the hood 30 cm 12 in above the vehicle and release it so it fully lat...

Page 274: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1 4L L4 Engine ...

Page 275: ...ing System on page 10 15 4 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 10 9 5 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 10 15 6 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 10 22 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 13 7 Auxiliary Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 33 8 Battery on page 10 25 9 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid on page ...

Page 276: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 10 8 Vehicle Care 1 8L L4 Engine ...

Page 277: ...ust be paid to engine oil Following these simple but important steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engi...

Page 278: ... to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the MAX mark the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil fil...

Page 279: ...n mark are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with s...

Page 280: ...f an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally the oil must be changed at 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the s...

Page 281: ...and have it repaired as soon as possible Hydraulic Clutch For vehicles with a manual transmission it is not necessary to regularly check brake clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The common hydraulic clutch and brake master cylinde...

Page 282: ...pect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the air cleaner filter 1 4L L4 Engine 1 8L L4 Engine 1 Remove the two screws tilt the cover and slide it out of the assembly 2 Inspect or repl...

Page 283: ...eaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 1 4L L4 Engine 1 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View 2 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 1 8L L4 Engine 1 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View 2 Engine Coolant Sur...

Page 284: ...tem in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km 150 000 mi whichever occurs first The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 10 19 What to Use Warning Adding only plain water or some other l...

Page 285: ...ter Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when the engine is running Check to see if coolant is visi...

Page 286: ... surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool Caution In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture Warning You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot e...

Page 287: ...in see your dealer Caution If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5 19 If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears get service help ri...

Page 288: ...to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 When it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral for an automatic transmission or Neutral for a manual transmission and let the engine idle If the overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle di...

Page 289: ...cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and pull it straight up 4 Wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 5 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 6 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine is hot the level should be at the hot MAX level When the engine is cold the fluid level should be between MIN and MAX on the dipstick ...

Page 290: ...e quarters full when it is very cold This allows for fluid expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Brakes This vehicle has front disc brakes and could have rear drum brakes or rear disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go o...

Page 291: ... travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every moderate brake stop the disc brakes adjust for wear If rarely making moderate or heavier brake stops the brakes might not adjust correctly Very carefully making a few moderate brake stops about every 1 600 km 1 000 miles will adjust the brakes properly If the vehicle has rear drum brakes and the brake pedal go...

Page 292: ...r later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system Warning If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the ...

Page 293: ...he vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediately Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and rep...

Page 294: ...tomatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service For manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the wa...

Page 295: ... Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pres...

Page 296: ... button on the wiper blade clicks into place with the wiper arm 4 Place the wiper arm with the wiper blade in place back on the windshield Caution Damage may occur if the wiper blades are not in contact with the windshield before turning on the wiper system Rear Wiper Blade Replacement The rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a cover for protection The cover must be removed before the wiper blade c...

Page 297: ...mp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 10 32 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs ...

Page 298: ...am Headlamp 4 Parking Lamp High Beam Headlamp Low Beam Headlamp 1 Open the hood See Hood on page 10 4 2 Remove the headlamp bulb access cover 3 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull straight back 4 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb 5 Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise 6 Reconnect the wiring harness connector 7 Install the headlamp bulb access c...

Page 299: ...l the new bulb in the bulb socket 5 Install the bulb socket into the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise Turn Signal Lamp 1 Open the hood See Hood on page 10 4 2 Remove the turn signal lamp bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Remove the bulb from the bulb socket by pulling it straight out 4 Install the new bulb in the bulb socket 5 Install the bulb socket into t...

Page 300: ...p Lamp 921 Front Parking Lamp 7444NA Front Turn Signal Lamp 7444NA High Beam Headlamp 9005LL License Plate Lamp W5W LL Low Beam Headlamp H11 LL For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too heavy the circuit bre...

Page 301: ...ed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems To check a fuse look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size an...

Page 302: ...ed 5 Electronic Brake Control Module Valve 6 Not Used 7 Not Used 8 Transmission Control Module Battery 9 Not Used 10 Fuel System Control Module R C 1 4L Only Headlamp Leveling Mini Fuses Usage 11 Rear Wiper 12 Rear Window Defogger 13 Not Used 14 Outside Rearview Mirror Heater 15 Fuel System Control Module Battery 1 4L Only 16 Heated Seat Module 17 Transmission Control Module R C 18 Engine Control ...

Page 303: ... Not Used 29 Engine Control Module Powertrain Ignition 1 Ignition 2 30 Mass Air Flow Sensor Mini Fuses Usage 31 Left High Beam Headlamp 32 Right High Beam Headlamp 33 Engine Control Module Battery 34 Horn 35 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 36 Front Fog Lamps J Case Fuses Usage 1 Electronic Brake Control Module Pump 2 Front Wiper 3 Blower Motor 4 IEC R C 5 Not Used 6 Not Used J Case Fuses Usage ...

Page 304: ... Usage 6 Cooling Fan High Auxiliary Fuse Block To remove the fuse block cover squeeze the clips and lift it up Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Relays Usage 01 Electric Vacuum Pump 02 Cooling Fan Control 1 03 Cooling Fan ...

Page 305: ...access the fuses remove the storage compartment To remove the storage compartment push in on both side and pull it out The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Mini Fuses Usage 1 Body Control Module 1 2 Body Control Module 2 3 Body Control Module 3 4 Body Control Module 4 5 Body Control Module 5 6 Body Control Module 6 7 Body Control Module 7 8 Body Control M...

Page 306: ...gulated Voltage Control 20 Steering Wheel Switch Backlighting 21 A C Accessory Power Outlet Mini Fuses Usage 22 Cigar Lighter DC Accessory Power Outlet 23 Spare 24 Spare 25 Spare 26 Automatic Occupant Sensing Display 27 IPC Compass Module 28 Headlamp Switch DC Converter Clutch Switch 29 Spare 30 Spare 31 IPC Battery 32 Radio Chime 33 Display 34 OnStar If Equipped VLBS S B Fuses Usage 1 PTC 1 2 PTC...

Page 307: ...ge 01 Accessory Retained Accessory Power 02 Liftgate 03 Spare 04 Blower Relay 05 Logistic Mode Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a cover on the left side of the rear compartment To access the fuses remove the cover The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown ...

Page 308: ...attery 8 Trailer Parking Lamps 9 Spare 10 Spare Side Blind Zone Alert Module 11 Trailer Module Mini Fuses Usage 12 Nav Dock 13 Heated Steering Wheel 14 Trailer Socket 15 EVP Switch 16 Water In Fuel Sensor 17 Inside Rearview Mirror Regulated Voltage Control 18 Spare LPG Module Run Crank S B Fuses Usage 1 Driver Power Seat Switch Memory Module 2 Passenger Power Seat Switch S B Fuses Usage 3 Trailer ...

Page 309: ...tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Continued Warning Continued Worn...

Page 310: ...he vehicle if frequent driving on ice or snow covered roads is expected See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 10 57 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking If using win...

Page 311: ...n code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines 3 DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first t...

Page 312: ...are Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 2 Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire should not be driven at speeds over 80 km h 50 mph The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat If the vehicle has a compact spare tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 10 69 ...

Page 313: ...ication Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines Tire Designations Tire Size The following is an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size 1 Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter ...

Page 314: ... expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission power windows power seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber coated layer of cords between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other ...

Page 315: ...T Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum...

Page 316: ...re can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 56 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard...

Page 317: ...s that do not have enough air can result in Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air can result in Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires ...

Page 318: ...ress on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve to release air Re check the tire pressure with the tire gauge Return the valve caps on the valve stems to prevent leaks and keep out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and tran...

Page 319: ...ot be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires...

Page 320: ...n This could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location Also see Tire Pre...

Page 321: ...ully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message if equipped should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match the original equipment...

Page 322: ...uesting acceptance of the process may display 6 If requested press the SET CLR button again to confirm the selection The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARN or TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 7 Start with the driver side front tire 8 Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the valve stem Then press the button to activ...

Page 323: ... 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 Schedule on page 11 2 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 ...

Page 324: ...ose 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 Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent co...

Page 325: ...ea away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and ...

Page 326: ...wer speed rating Warning Tires could explode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Warning Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size brand and type ...

Page 327: ...nt sized wheels are used there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 10 57 and Accessories and Modifications ...

Page 328: ...r rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practi...

Page 329: ...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 o...

Page 330: ...with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle Con...

Page 331: ... bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your dealer or an authorized tire...

Page 332: ...st or R Reverse 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 5 Place wheel blocks on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks 1 1 Wheel Block 2 Flat Tire The following informa...

Page 333: ...urning the center retainer counterclockwise 4 If the vehicle does not have a subwoofer turn the retainer counterclockwise to remove the spare tire 5 Remove the spare tire jack and tools and place them near the tire being changed Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 63 2 Remove the wheel cover if the vehicle ha...

Page 334: ... a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help Continued Warning Continued avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repa...

Page 335: ...ove all rust or dirt 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface Warning Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 12 Reinstall the wheel nuts Turn each nut clockwise by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 13 Lower ...

Page 336: ...you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare the cover or the spare could be damaged Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Warning Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 1 Return the jack and to...

Page 337: ... the vehicle The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km h 50 mph To conserve the tread of the spare tire have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area When using a compact spare tire the ...

Page 338: ... speeds up to 112 km h 70 mph at the recommended inflation pressure so you can finish your trip Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced and installed back onto the vehicle as soon as possible so the spare tire will be available in case it is needed again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together Jump Starting...

Page 339: ...ve terminal on the discharged battery 2 is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle The jump start positive terminal 4 and negative terminal 3 are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start The positive jump start connection for the discharged battery is under a trim cover Open the cover to expose the terminal 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt ...

Page 340: ...ht if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get i...

Page 341: ... to the chassis components including the front and rear subframes suspension control arms and links during towing and recovery of a disabled vehicle or when securing the vehicle Use the proper nylon strap harnesses around the tires to secure the vehicle Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck If a wheel lift tow truck is used the drive wheels cannot contact the ro...

Page 342: ...ing What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations What is the distance that will be traveled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Is the proper towing equipment going to be used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be t...

Page 343: ...orm trailer with all four wheels off of the ground Dolly Towing Front Wheel Drive Vehicles Only To tow a front wheel drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Move the shift lever to P Park 3 Set the parking brake 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Remove the key from the ignition...

Page 344: ...le s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Approved cleaning Continued Caution Continued products can be obtained from your dealer Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct product u...

Page 345: ...s ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint ...

Page 346: ...th and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses emblems decals and stripes Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle previously in this section Lamp covers are made of plastic and some have a UV protective coating Use only lukewarm water a soft cloth and mild car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Do not clean or wipe them while they are dry Do not use any of the followin...

Page 347: ...k Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year Hot dry climates may require more frequent application Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires Caution Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the pain...

Page 348: ...liftgate hinges and the fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance At least twice a year Spring and Fall use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle s underbody Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this If not remove...

Page 349: ...ow cleaners to remain on the surface being cleaned for extended periods of time Cleaners may contain solvents that can become concentrated in the interior Before using cleaners read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows To prevent damage do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or ...

Page 350: ...ollowing techniques Gently blot liquids with a paper towel Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed For solid soils remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 Remove excess moisture by gently wringing until water does not drip from the cl...

Page 351: ... dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Caution Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally Never use heat steam spot lifters or sp...

Page 352: ...fere with the pedals Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certifi...

Page 353: ... in place by a button type retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock the retainers and remove 2 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position 3 Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals ...

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Page 355: ... trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services Wi...

Page 356: ...r Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to hav...

Page 357: ...nd Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 Check engine coolant level See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 Check engine cooling system hoses and connections Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid on page 10 21 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care on page 10 76 Replace worn or damaged wiper blades See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10...

Page 358: ...on page 10 26 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 27 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 27 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut...

Page 359: ...8 000 km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Rep...

Page 360: ... traffic areas with poor air quality or areas with high dust levels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 15 5 Or every 10 years whiche...

Page 361: ... 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Replace spark plugs 1 8L E...

Page 362: ...r comes first Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed 6 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3 000 mi Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care on page 10 76 Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an important...

Page 363: ...uealing noises or difficulty stopping Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be ...

Page 364: ...ed 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 rig...

Page 365: ...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 ...

Page 366: ...ended See Engine Oil on page 10 9 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 Hydraulic Brake Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON VI Automa...

Page 367: ...Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Sil...

Page 368: ...or specification can be obtained from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 95021102 A3184C Engine Oil Filter 93185674 PF2257G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13271190 CF181 Spark Plugs 1 4L L4 55585517 41 121 1 8L L4 55565219 Wiper Blades Driver Side 65 0 cm 25 6 in 95915125 Passenger Side 38 0 cm 15 0 in 95915127 Rear 26 5 cm...

Page 369: ... 13 Service and Maintenance 11 15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

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Page 371: ...Black plate 17 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 372: ...Black plate 18 1 Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 373: ...een through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle...

Page 374: ...on Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 1 4L L4 7 3 L 7 7 qt 1 8L L4 6 3 L 6 7 qt Engine Oil with Filter 1 4L L4 4 0 L 4 2 qt 1 8L L4 4 5 L 4 8 qt Fuel Tank 53 L 14 gal Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are a...

Page 375: ...anual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 4L L4 B Automatic and Manual 0 7 mm 0 028 in 1 8L L4 5 Automatic and Manual 0 9 mm 0 035 in ...

Page 376: ...hevrolet TRAX Owner Manual GMNA Localizing Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1 4L L4 Engine 1 8L L4 Engine with Air Conditioning 1 8L L4 Engine without Air Conditioning ...

Page 377: ...g and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 11 Event Data Recorders 13 11 OnStar 13 12 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 12 Radio Frequency Statement 13 13 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by ...

Page 378: ...following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party ar...

Page 379: ...omer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Care Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 263 3830 Online Owner Center Chevrolet Owner Centre chevroletowner ca Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner Centre Chat live with ...

Page 380: ...ng Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided up to 5 years 160 000 km 100 000 mi whichever comes first A person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right t...

Page 381: ...ly 5 Canadian Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service Lock Out Service Vehicle registration is required Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance Must be over 250 kilometers from where your trip was started to qualify General Motors of Canada Limited requires pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair orders On...

Page 382: ...tion furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferr...

Page 383: ... General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Collision Damage Repair If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equip...

Page 384: ...nd collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to the GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs through the use of aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts When purchasing insurance we recom...

Page 385: ...e GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is lease...

Page 386: ...chnical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover see Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without...

Page 387: ...nd if equipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Rec...

Page 388: ...nse to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equ...

Page 389: ...ommunications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service f...

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Page 391: ...atus light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free Calling voice commands Give OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation voice commands Requires the available Directions ...

Page 392: ...rsonnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if equipped OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if equipped with automatic door locks and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen Navigation OnStar navigation requires the Directio...

Page 393: ...n responds with OnStar ready then a tone Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from MapQuest com to their Turn by Turn Navigation or screen based navigation system When ready the directions will be downloaded to the vehicle Destination Download Press Q then request the Advisor to download directions to the navigation system in the vehic...

Page 394: ...ress System responds OnStar ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call System responds Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call ended ...

Page 395: ...nformation If OnStar receives information that vehicle ownership has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options avail...

Page 396: ...event service such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle damage to the vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 13 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q for help with Loc...

Page 397: ...ance and a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings in parking garages around airports in tunnels underpasses or parking garages or in an area with very dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identify...

Page 398: ... communications without consent OnStar libcurl and unzip acknowledgments Certain OnStar components include libcurl and unzip software Below are the notices and licenses associated with this software libcurl COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright c 1996 2010 Daniel Stenberg daniel haxx se All rights reserved Permission to use copy modify and distribute this software for any purpose with or witho...

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Page 401: ...te 3 28 Where Are the Airbags 3 25 3 26 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 35 Passenger Status Indicator 5 12 Readiness Light 5 12 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 35 System Check 3 21 3 23 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 11 All Wheel Drive 9 28 10 26 AM FM Radio 7 11 Antenna Multi band 7 19 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 29 Warning Light 5 17 Appearance Care Exterior 10 76 Interior 10 81 Armrest...

Page 402: ...Buying New Tires 10 57 C Calibration 5 4 Camera Rear Vision RVC 9 38 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 22 Liftgate 2 10 Winter Driving 9 8 Cargo Management System 4 3 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD Player 7 19 Chains Tire 10 62 Charging System Light 5 13 Check Engine Light 5 13 Ignition Transmission Lock 10 27 Child Restraints Infan...

Page 403: ...s Ordering Information 13 9 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 7 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 11 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Indicator Light 5 22 Defensive Driving 9 3 Delayed Locking 2 8 Descent Control System DCS 9 33 Devices Auxiliary 7 24 Diagnostics OnStar 14 5 Distracted Driving 9 2 Dome Lamps 6 5 Door Ajar Light 5 23 Delayed Lockin...

Page 404: ... Messages 5 26 Overheating 10 19 Pressure Light 5 20 Reduced Power Light 5 22 Running While Parked 9 23 Starting 9 16 Event Data Recorders 13 11 Extender Safety Belt 3 20 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 13 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 6 3 Flat Tire 10 63 Changing 10 64 Floor Mats 10 84 Fluid Automatic Transmission 10 13 Brakes 10 24 Power Steering 10 20 Washe...

Page 405: ...bs 10 29 Hands Free Phone 7 43 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps Aiming 10 29 Automatic 6 3 Bulb Replacement 10 29 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light 5 22 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Beam On Light 5 22 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Lamps On Reminder 5 23 Heated Front Seats 3 6 Heated Mirrors 2 14 Heater Engine 9 18 Heating and Air Conditioning 8 ...

Page 406: ... Parts after a Crash 3 51 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 45 Liftgate Carbon Monoxide 2 10 Lighting Illumination Control 6 5 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 12 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 17 Brake System Warning 5 16 Charging System 5 13 Cruise Control 5 23 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 5 22 Lights cont d Door Ajar 5 23 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 5 19 Engine Oil Pressure 5 20 ...

Page 407: ...5 25 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 15 Convex 2 13 Folding 2 14 Heated 2 14 Manual Rearview 2 15 Power 2 14 Mirrors Interior Rearview 2 14 Monitor System Tire Pressure 10 50 Movies 7 51 7 56 7 58 Multi band Antenna 7 19 N Navigation OnStar 14 2 Net Convenience 4 4 New Vehicle Break In 9 14 O Odometer 5 10 Trip 5 10 Off Road Recovery 9 5 Oil Engine 10 9 Engine Oil Life System 10 11 Messages 5...

Page 408: ... 7 58 Port USB 7 21 Power Door Locks 2 8 Mirrors 2 14 Outlets 5 6 Protection Battery 6 7 Reduced Engine Light 5 22 Retained Accessory RAP 9 19 Seat Adjustment 3 4 Steering Fluid 10 20 Windows 2 16 Power Steering Warning Lights 5 18 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 3 19 Privacy Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 12 Program Courtesy Transportation 13 6 R Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 12 Sta...

Page 409: ...ngine Drive Belt 12 4 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 23 S Safety Belts 3 12 Care 3 20 Extender 3 20 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 14 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 15 Reminders 5 11 Replacing after a Crash 3 20 Use During Pregnancy 3 19 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 13 10 General Motors 13 11 Safety Locks 2 9 2 10 Safety System Check 3 20 Satellite Radio 7 16 Scheduling Appointments ...

Page 410: ...Fluid Power 10 20 Power Warning Lights 5 18 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 2 Storage Areas Cargo Management System 4 3 Convenience Net 4 4 Instrument Panel 4 1 Roof Rack System 4 4 Sunglasses 4 2 Underseat 4 3 Storage Compartments 4 1 Stuck Vehicle 9 9 Sun Visors 2 17 Sunglass Storage 4 2 Sunroof 2 18 Symbols iv System Infotainment 7 1 Roof Rack 4 4 T Tachometer 5 10 Text Telephone TTY User...

Page 411: ...Trip Odometer 5 10 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 4 U Ultrasonic Parking Assist 9 36 Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light 5 18 Underseat Storage 4 3 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 59 Up Shift Light 5 18 USB Port 7 21 Using This Manual iii V Vehicle Alarm System 2 11 Canadian Owners iii Control 9 3 Identification Number VIN 12 1 Load Limits 9 10 Messages 5 25 Personalization 5 28 Vehicle cont d Remote ...

Page 412: ... Canada Mexico 6014783 2014 CRC 9 23 13 i 12 INDEX When It Is Time for New Tires 10 56 Where to Put the Restraint 3 43 Windows 2 15 Power 2 16 Windshield Wiper Washer 5 3 Winter Driving 9 8 Winter Tires 10 42 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 27 Wipers Rear Washer 5 4 ...

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