Instrument Panel Overview
The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Exterior Lamp Control. See Headlamps on page 162. Dome Lamp Override Button.
Instrument Panel Brightness Control.
B. Air Outlets.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.
D. OnStar and Audio Steering Wheel Controls.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster.
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls.
G. Ignition Switch.
H. Audio System.
I. Climate Controls.
J. Hood Release.
K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering Wheel Controls.
L. Rear Window Washer/Wiper.
M. Lighter.
N. Accessory Power Outlet.
O. Rear Window Defogger.
P. Glove Box.
See also:
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