Potential Issues

Some OnStar services are disabled after five days. OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle has been off continuously for five days. After five days, OnStar can contact Roadside Assistance and a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle.

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    Compass Calibration
    The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle in circles is not a danger. I ...

    Lamps On Reminder
    For vehicles with the lamps on reminder light, it comes on when the lights are in use. ...

    Special Application Services
    • Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/3,000 mi. • Have underbody flushing service performed once a year. ...