OnStar Description and Operation: Notes

2019 Buick Envision BaseSECTION Notes

This OnStar® system consists of the following components:

  • Telematics communication interface control module
  • OnStar® three button assembly
  • Microphone
  • Cellular antenna
  • Navigation antenna
  • Bluetooth® antenna (If equipped)
  • Back up battery (If equipped)
  • WiFi Hotspot (If equipped)
  • TTY (Teletypewriter)
  • FOTA (Firmware Over The Air)

This system also interfaces with the factory installed vehicle audio system.

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  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.