How to Pair a Cell Phone With OnStar

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The OnStar FMV in-vehicle communication system lets you summon help quickly in the event of a breakdown, car crash or other auto emergency. Connecting a cell phone to your vehicle's OnStar system gives the added benefit of hands-free communication, but you must pair the devices via Bluetooth first.

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Step 1

Press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel for two seconds. Say "Bluetooth" loud enough for the OnStar system to detect. The system then says "Ready" and a tone sounds.

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Step 2

Say "Bluetooth" and wait for the system to reply with "Bluetooth Ready." Say "Pair" and wait for the system to reply with "Please start a search on your Bluetooth phone." Make note of the four-digit PIN that the system audibly communicates.

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Step 3

Enable Bluetooth on your cell phone. This procedure varies depending on the make and model of the phone. Check your phone's user manual for the instructions on enabling this feature.

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Step 4

Follow the procedure to add a device for your cell phone. Your cell phone scans for devices to pair with. Select "General Motors" from the list of available devices and enter the four-digit PIN number when your cell phone prompts for the passcode.

Step 5

Name your cell phone device connection when prompted to do so on your OnStar system. The system confirms the pairing of the phone.

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