Tips And Advices - Use OnStar

Visit the official OnStar website. The website provides general information about how OnStar works, along with package prices and a breakdown of services. If you don't have access to the Internet, the toll-free phone number 1-888-4-ONSTAR is available 24 hours a day.

Choose an OnStar subscription plan for your vehicle. Visit the OnStar website or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR to learn about the plans. New vehicles manufactured from 2004 until the present receive the first year of OnStar for free; vehicles manufactured before 2004 that are equipped with OnStar technology must first choose a plan before activation.

To activate OnStar, push the blue OnStar button located near the rear view mirror. An OnStar representative will respond and speak with you about the services available for your vehicle. If an automated voice answers, push the blue button again to speak with a representative.

Ask the representative for instructions on how to use the specific services you chose for your vehicle. Services available include navigation, roadside assistance, hands-free calling, remote door unlock and crisis assistance.