OnStar navigation requires the Directions and Connections service plan.
Press
to receive directions or have
them sent to the vehicle navigation screen, if equipped.
Destinations can also be forwarded to the vehicle from MapQuest.com.
The OnStar mapping database is continuously updated. For coverage maps, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Turn-by-Turn Navigation
1. Press
to connect to a live Advisor.
2. Request directions.
3. Directions are downloaded to the vehicle.
4. Follow the voice-guided commands.
Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route
Cancel Route
1. Press
. System responds: “OnStar
ready,” then a tone. Say “Cancel route.” System responds: “Do you want to cancel
directions?”
2. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, request completed, thank you, goodbye.”
Route Preview
1. Press
. System responds: “OnStar
ready,” then a tone.
2. Say “Route preview.” System responds with the next three maneuvers.
3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice commands.
Repeat
1. Press
. System responds: “OnStar
ready,” then a tone.
2. Say “Repeat.” System responds with the last direction given, then responds with “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice commands.
Get My Destination
1. Press
. System responds: “OnStar
ready,” then a tone.
2. Say “Get my destination.” System responds with address and the distance to the destination, then responds with “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice commands.
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
, then request the Advisor to download
directions to the navigation system in the vehicle.
After the call ends, press the “Go” button on the navigation screen to begin driving directions.
Destinations can also be downloaded on the go. For information about eNav, Destination Download, and coverage maps see www.onstar.com (U.S.), www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Security
ConnectionsVehicle Alarm System
This vehicle has a theft alarm system.
Arming the System
To arm the system, use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter to lock
the vehicle while exiting with the vehicle turned off.
The alarm arms after about 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Press again and the syst ...
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads 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 wel ...
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the
best fuel economy possible.
• Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
• Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
• Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
• When road and weather conditions ar ...