To connect and control the iPod, connect one endof the special iPod connection cable to the iPod’s dockconnector. Connect the other end to both the USB portand the auxiliary input jack. The USB port and theauxiliary input jack are located in the center console bin.If the vehicle is on and the USB connection works,a GM logo may appear on the iPod. The iPod’s musicinformation will be shown on the radio’s display and themusic begins playing through the vehicles audio system.A standard iPod USB cable, like the one that came withthe iPod, cannot be used to connect an iPod to thevehicle. You must use the special iPod connection cablethat came equipped with the vehicle or that was madeavailable from your dealer/retailer in order for thisfeature to work.Use the radio Menu/Select knob to bring up the iPodMenu and select Songs, Artists, Albums, Playlistsand Audio books to play from the iPod.The iPod’s battery charges while it is connected to thevehicle and if the ignition is turned to ACC/ACCESSORYor ON/RUN. It can also be left connected to the vehicleafter the vehicle is turned off. With the vehicle turned off,the iPod will automatically be powered off and will notcharge or draw power from the vehicle’s battery.If you have an older iPod model that is not supported ordo not have the special iPod connection cable, you canstill listen to the iPod in the vehicle by connecting it to theAuxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3.5 mm (1/8 inch)stereo cable. Command and control of the iPod via theradio buttons and knobs will not be supported when onlyusing the Auxiliary Input Jack. See “Using the AuxiliaryInput Jack” earlier for more information.Press the AM/FM, XM or HDD buttons to listen to oneof these sources while an iPod is connected. If a discis inserted, press the CD/AUX button to listen to a CD orDVD-A disc. Press the CD/AUX button again to startplaying and controlling the connected iPod.To properly dismount the iPod USB device beforedisconnecting from the vehicle, press the button directlyunder the EJECT label found on the iPod playbackscreen.3-103
