Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: OnStar Overview

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OnStar Overview

If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connectto a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and DiagnosticServices.

The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status lightis:

Solid Green: System is ready.Flashing Green: On a call.Red: Indicates a problem.

Press Q or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor.

Press = to:

Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call.Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling voice commands.Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice commands. Requires the available Directionsand Connections service plan.

Press Q to connect to a live Advisor to:

Verify account information or update contact information.Get driving directions. Requires the available Directions and Connections serviceplan.Receive On-Demand Diagnostics for a check of the vehicle’s key operating systems.Receive Roadside Assistance.

Press the OnStar Emergency button > to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to:

Get help for an emergency.Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert.Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis and evacuation routes.

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