Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: OnStar Overview

Voice Command Button
Blue OnStar Button
Red Emergency Button

This vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics Services. OnStar services may require a paid subscription and data plan. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system, cellular service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada).

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

•  Solid Green: System is ready.
•  Flashing Green: On a call.
•  Red: Indicates a problem.
•  Off: System is active. Press twice to speak with an OnStar Advisor.

Press or call 1-888-4ONSTAR (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.
• Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi hotspot name or SSID and password, if equipped.

Press to connect to an Advisor to:

•  Verify account information or update contact information.
•  Get driving directions.
•  Receive a Diagnostic check of the vehicle's key operating systems.
•  Receive Roadside Assistance.
•  Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped.

Press to get a priority connection to an OnStar 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 situations and find evacuation routes.