Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, 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 finish.
See your dealer for approved cleaning products.
Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle.
To keep the paint finish looking new, keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible.
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Place a Call Using a Stored
Number
1. Push . System responds:
“OnStar ready.”.
2. Say “Call <name tag>.”.
System responds: “OK,
calling <name tag>.” ...
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving.
If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and
rest.
Other driving tips include:
- Keep the ve ...
Starting the Vehicle Messages
PRESS BRAKE TO START VEHICLE
This message is displayed when attempting to start the vehicle without first
pressing the brake pedal.
SERVICE KEYLESS START SYSTEM
This message is displayed if ...






