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The Bluetooth-capable system can interact with many mobile devices, allowing:
To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle parked:
If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts.
Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth-capable mobile device with a Hands-Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The infotainment system and voice recognition are used to control the system. The system can be used while the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to
9.1 m (30 ft). Not all mobile devices support all functions and not all mobile devices work with the Bluetooth system. See my.gmc.com for more information about compatible mobile devices.
Use the controls on the center stack and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system.
Steering Wheel Controls
g : Press to answer incoming calls and start voice recognition on your connected Bluetooth mobile device.
i : Press to end a call, decline a call, or cancel an operation. Press to mute or
unmute the infotainment system when not on a call.
Infotainment System Controls
For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Using the System 0 151.
When using the Bluetooth mobile device system, sound comes through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system. The volume level while on a mobile device call can be adjusted by pressing the steering wheel controls or the volume control on the center stack. The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls. The volume cannot be lowered beyond a certain level.
A Bluetooth-enabled mobile device must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be
used. See the mobile device manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the device.
Pairing Information
Another way to connect is to touch the Phones tab at the top right of the display and then touch Add Phone.
cell phone which was used last. To link to a different paired cell phone, see "Linking to a Different Phone" later in this section.
Pairing a Phone
for information on this process. Once the cell phone is paired, it will show under Connected.
First to Connect Paired Phones
If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the paired cell phone that is set as First to Connect. To enable a paired cell phone as the First to Connect phone:
Cell phones and mobile devices can be added, removed, connected, and disconnected. A sub-menu will display whenever a request is made to add or manage cell phones and mobile devices.
Secondary Phone
A cell phone can be enabled as a Secondary Phone by touching the information icon to the right of the paired cell phone name to open the phone settings menu. If a cell phone is enabled as a Secondary Phone, it can connect simultaneously alongside another Bluetooth mobile device. In doing so, the Secondary Phone will be labeled as Incoming Calls. This means the mobile device can only receive calls. The Address Book of a Secondary Phone will not be available and hands-free outgoing calls cannot be placed using this cell phone.
If needed, touch the Secondary Phone while in the Phones list to swap it into the Outgoing and Incoming role. This role makes it possible to place outgoing calls from the Contacts and Recents list.
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones
Disconnecting a Connected Phone
Deleting a Paired Phone
Linking to a Different Phone
To link to a different cell phone, the new cell phone must be in the vehicle and paired to the Bluetooth system.
To switch between handset or handsfree mode:
The mute icon will not be available or functional while Handset mode is active.
Calls can be made through the Bluetooth system using personal cell phone contact information for all cell phones that support the Phone Book feature. Become familiar with the cell phone settings and operation. Verify the cell phone supports this feature.
The Contacts menu accesses the phone book stored in the cell phone.
The Recents menu accesses the recents call list from your cell phone.
To make a call using the Contacts menu:
Touch the name to call.
To make a call by dialing the numbers:
To search for contacts using the keypad:
Results will show on the right side of the display. Touch one to place a call.
When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.
Accepting a Call
There are two ways to accept a call:
Declining a Call
There are two ways to decline a call:
Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
Accepting a Call
Press g to answer, then touch Switch on the infotainment display.
Declining a Call
Press i to decline, then touch Ignore on the infotainment display
Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting Calls Only)
To switch between calls, touch Phone on the Home Page to display Call View. While in Call View, touch the call information of the call on hold to change calls.
Three-way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
To start a three-way call while in a current call:
The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call. This is used when calling a menu-driven phone system. Use the Keypad to enter the number.
If equipped, Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay capability may be available through a compatible smartphone. If available, the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons will change from gray to color on the Home Page of the infotainment display.
To use Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay:
For Wired Phone Projection
highly recommended to use the device’s factory-provided USB cable. Aftermarket or third-party cables may not work.
The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons on the Home Page will illuminate depending on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay may automatically launch upon USB connection. If not, touch the Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the Home Page to launch.
Press { on the center stack to return to the Home Page.
For Wireless Phone Projection
Verify your phone is wireless compatible by visiting the Google Android Auto or Apple CarPlay support page.
Aftermarket or third-party cables may
not work.
See Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 180 or
Bluetooth (Overview) 0 179.
The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons on the Home Page will illuminate depending on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay may automatically launch upon wireless connection. If not, touch the Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the Home Page to launch.
To disconnect the phones wireless projection:
Press { on the center stack to return to the Home Page.
Features are subject to change. For further information on how to set up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in the vehicle, see my.gmc.com.
Android Auto is provided by Google and is subject to Google’s terms and privacy policy. Apple CarPlay is provided by Apple and is subject to Apple’s terms and privacy policy. Data plan rates apply. For Android Auto support see https://support.google.com/ androidauto. For Apple CarPlay support see www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple or Google may change or suspend availability at any time. Android Auto, Android, Google,
Google Play, and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Press { on the center stack to exit Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and hold { on the center stack.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be disabled from the infotainment system. To do this, touch Home, Settings, and then
touch the Apps tab along the top of the display. Use the On/Off toggled to turn off Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
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