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Voice Assistant
To recenter the map to the current location,
touch the location icon.
Navigation
If equipped, Google Maps can be controlled
by voice commands, see Google Assistant
under Voice Recognition 0 163.
Using the Navigation System
Maps
Auto-downloaded Maps
The Navigation software is provided by
Google Maps. The information provided in
this section is a general overview and is
subject to change. For the latest functional
information, see g.co/mapsincar.
Language and Units
Google Maps downloads maps automatically
for use when not connected to the Internet.
Offline maps make map data available to
vehicle features regardless of connectivity.
These offline maps are only available with
an applicable connected services plan.
To change the language, see Settings (Base
Radio) 0 175 or
Settings (Uplevel Radio) 0 177.
Accept the Terms and Conditions to use.
To change the units, see Instrument Cluster
(Base Level) 0 107 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 108.
Internet Connectivity
Google Maps relies on a subscription data
plan for full functionality, including
availability of offline maps. With an
applicable connected services plan, Google
Maps can be used offline when driving
through connectivity dead zones by
auto-downloading offline maps prior to
going offline.
To turn on auto-download:
1. Open Google Maps.
Mute Settings
During active route guidance, Google Maps
can give audible voice directions, traffic
alerts, or can be muted. To access options,
in the Google Maps app, touch Settings <
Guidance audio. Alternatively, audible voice
directions and traffic alerts can be muted by
touching the sound icon on the turn card
during active navigation.
2. Touch the settings icon.
3. Touch Privacy center, then select
Offline maps.
4. Select Auto-download offline maps.
5. Check the Internet connection and wait
for the download to finish.
Profiles
Sign in to a Google Account for personalized
service. Information available in the Google
Account will be shown.
Downloading Offline Maps
1. Open Google Maps.
Compass
The Google Maps orientation can be
changed between the direction currently
traveling and pointing North. Touch the
compass to switch between these options.
2. Touch Settings, then Offline maps.
To log into a profile, see Accounts under
Settings (Base Radio) 0 175 or
Settings (Uplevel Radio) 0 177.
3. Touch the Select your own map
square icon.
4. Adjust the map to cover the desired area
to download.
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5. Touch Download.
A second pin in the menu is the route
overview. Touch this pin to show more
details of the destination or to remove the
destination.
3. Select the desired search result from
the list.
Navigation Symbols
The following are the most common
symbols that may appear in Google Maps.
4. Touch the Add stop icon.
Adding a Stop on Route by Category
Destination
Searching for a Destination
1. While in turn-by-turn navigation, touch
the Search icon at the bottom.
2. Select a category.
A destination can be searched using Google
Assistant.
3. Select the desired search result from
the list.
To search for a destination without Google
Assistant:
4. Touch the Add stop icon.
Adding a Home or Work Address
This indicates the vehicle’s current location
and direction on the map.
1. Open Google Maps.
To edit a home or work address, an account
must be logged in. See Accounts under
Settings (Base Radio) 0 175 or
2. Touch the Search field.
3. Enter the destination.
4. Touch the navigation icon.
Settings (Uplevel Radio) 0 177.
Alternate Routes
1. Open Google Maps.
Alternate routes are displayed as separate
lines. While in either turn-by-turn navigation
or on the route overview, touch the
suggested alternate route.
2. Touch Settings, then touch Edit home
or work.
The destination pin marks the location of
the final destination. Touch the pin to view
the destination address or to add it or
remove it from the Favorites list. Hide the
information by touching the pin one more
time. It will automatically time out if no
action is taken.
3. Enter the address.
Search by Category
Adding a Stop on Route by Voice
Destinations can be searched by category,
such as restaurant or grocery store.
1. While in turn-by-turn navigation, touch
the Search icon at the bottom.
1. Open Google Maps.
2. Touch the Google Assistant mic icon and
say the destination to search by voice.
2. Touch the search bar.
3. Touch Categories, then select a category.
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The surface streets run parallel to a
freeway.
The vehicle has been transferred by a
vehicle carrier or a ferry.
The current position calibration is set
incorrectly.
The vehicle is traveling at high speed.
The vehicle changes directions more than
once, or the vehicle is turning on a turn
table in a parking lot.
The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a
parking lot, garage, or a lot with a roof.
4. Touch the desired location, then touch
the navigation icon.
At times, other interference such as the
satellite condition, road configuration,
condition of the vehicle, and/or other
circumstances can affect the navigation
system's ability to determine the accurate
position of the vehicle.
Avoid Tolls, Highways, or Ferries
1. Open Google Maps.
2. Touch the settings icon.
3. Select Route options.
This system might not be available or
interference can occur if any of the
following are true:
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4. Select the desired options and then
touch X to close.
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Signals are obstructed by tall buildings,
trees, large trucks, or a tunnel.
An Alternative Way for General Route
Options
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Satellites are being repaired or improved.
1. During active route guidance, touch
Route Overview.
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The GPS signal is not received.
For more information if the GPS is not
functioning properly, see Problems with
Route Guidance 0 163.
A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle.
Tire chains are installed on the vehicle.
The tires are replaced or worn.
The tire pressure for the tires is incorrect.
This is the first navigation use after the
map data is updated.
The 12-volt battery has been disconnected
for several days.
The vehicle is driving in heavy traffic
where driving is at low speeds, and the
vehicle is stopped and started repeatedly.
2. Select Route options.
3. Select the desired option and then touch
X to close.
Vehicle Positioning
At times, the position of the vehicle on the
map could be inaccurate due to one or more
of the following reasons:
Traffic Layers
1. Open Google Maps.
2. Touch the settings icon.
3. Toggle between Traffic on or off.
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The road system has changed.
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The vehicle is driving on slippery road
surfaces such as sand, gravel, or snow.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
The current position of the vehicle is
determined by using satellite signals and
various vehicle signals.
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The vehicle is traveling on winding roads
or long, straight roads.
The vehicle is approaching a tall building
or a large vehicle.
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To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the
map, park with the vehicle running for two
to five minutes, until the vehicle position
updates. Make sure the vehicle is parked in
a location that is safe and has a clear view
of the sky and away from large
1. Press g on the steering wheel controls,
touch Google Assistant on the Home
screen, or use the wake up words “Hey
Google” or “OK Google” to activate voice
recognition. Google Assistant must be set
as the Default Assistant for the g and
the wake word options to work.
Problems with Route Guidance
Inappropriate route guidance can occur
under one or more of the following
conditions:
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The turn was not made on the road
indicated.
obstructions.
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Route guidance might not be available
when using automatic rerouting for the
next right or left turn.
2. Clearly speak one of the commands
described later in this section.
Voice Recognition
If equipped, Google Assistant allows for
hands-free use of media and messaging,
navigation and climate control functionality
in the vehicle. This feature can be started by
pressing g on the steering wheel, touching
Google Assistant on the Home screen, or by
using the wake up words “Hey Google” or
“OK Google.”
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Canceling Google Assistant
The route might not be changed when
using automatic rerouting.
There is no route guidance when turning
at an intersection.
Automatic rerouting might display a route
returning to the set waypoint if heading
for a destination without passing through
a set waypoint.
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Press c on the steering wheel controls
to cancel the Google Assistant request.
Helpful Hints for Speaking Commands
Voice recognition identifies commands that
are naturally stated in sentence form,
or direct commands that state the
application and the task.
However, not all features within these areas
are supported by voice commands and
requires the user to have a valid data
subscription plan in order to use some of
the Google Assistant features.
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The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle
due to a regulation by time or season or
any other regulation which may be given.
For best results:
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Speak the command naturally, not too
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Some routes might not be searched.
fast, not too slow.
The route to the destination might not be
shown if there are new roads, if roads
have recently changed, or if certain roads
are not listed in Maps.
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Use direct commands without a lot of
extra words. For example, “Call <name>
at work,” “Play” followed by the artist or
song name, or “Play” followed by the
radio station number.
Using Voice Recognition
Voice recognition becomes available once
the system is initialized. This begins when
the vehicle is turned on. Initialization may
take a few moments.
