Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition.
Multiple messages may appear one after another.
The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message does not correct the problem.
If a SERVICE message appears, see your dealer.
Follow the instructions given in the messages. The system displays messages regarding the following topics:
This message displays when the vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in propulsion power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. Under certain conditions the performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, or displays repeatedly, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Under certain operating conditions, propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting after the ignition has been off for 30 seconds.
This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited speed is a protection for various propulsion and vehicle systems, such as lubrication, brakes, thermal, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires.
If equipped with a diesel engine, see the Duramax Diesel supplement.
The following are all possible vehicle personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.
For System and Apps features and functions, see Settings 0 146.
To access the vehicle personalization menu:
The menu may contain the following:
This allows for a chime and a message when the rear door has been opened before or during operation of the vehicle.
Touch Off or On.
Touch and the following may display:
Auto Fan Speed
This setting specifies the amount of airflow when the climate control fan setting is Auto Fan.
Touch Low, Medium, or High.
Auto Defog
This setting automatically turns the front defogger on when the engine is started.
Touch Off or On.
Auto Rear Defog
This setting automatically turns the rear defogger on when the engine is started.
Touch Off or On.
Touch and the following may display:
Park Assist
This allows the feature to be turned on or off. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 211.
Select Off, On, or On with Towbar.
Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols
This setting enables the Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 211.
Touch Off or On.
Touch and the following may display:
. Chime Volume
Chime Volume
This determines the chime volume level.
Touch the controls on the infotainment display to adjust the volume.
Touch and the following may display:
Vehicle Locator Lights
This setting flashes the vehicle’s headlamps when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Touch Off or On.
Exit Lighting
This setting specifies how long the headlamps stay on after the vehicle is turned off and exited.
Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
Touch and the following may display:
Open Door Anti Lock Out
This setting prevents the driver door from locking when the door is open. If this setting is on, the Delayed Door Lock menu will not be available.
Touch Off or On.
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock switch on the door.
Touch Off or On.
Touch and the following may display:
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Touch Off or Flash Lights.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter.
Touch All Doors or Driver Door.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn on the heated seats when using remote start on cold days. See Heated Front Seats
0 25 and
Remote Vehicle Start 0 11.
Touch Off or On.
See Teen Driver 0 151.
This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations,
if equipped.
To enable valet mode:
Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the system. Touch Back to go back to the previous menu.
Download Manual