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Summary of Contents for Chevrolet Volt 2015
- Page 1 Congratulations on your new Chevrolet Volt. It’s an amazing vehicle, and we’re sure you’re eager to get behind the wheel and see what it can do. For a quick introduction to the Volt, review this guide. It provides the basic information needed to charge it, start it, and hit the road.
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Page 2: Instrument Panel Controls
INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROLS Turn Signal Lever/ Instrument Driver Instrument Panel Pedestrian-Friendly Cluster/Driver Windshield Information Illumination Alert Button/Exterior Information Wipers Center Controls Control Lamps Control Center Lever Power Mirror Controls/ Fuel Door Cruise Tilt/Telescopic Audio Power Window/Rear Release Control Steering Steering Door Safety Lock Wheel Lever Wheel... - Page 3 Charging Driver’s Climate/ Climate Hazard Status Light Heated Passenger’s Control Warning Indicator Sensor Seat Controls Heated Seat Screen Flashers Power Leaf/Drive Disc Infotainment Electric Parking Power Door Mode Eject System Brake Lock/Unlock Low Tire Pressure StabiliTrak/Traction Control Traction Control Off Refer to your Owner Manual to learn about the StabiliTrak Off information being relayed by the lights, gauges...
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Page 4: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The RKE transmitter performs several remote functions and must be in the vehicle to operate the Volt. Remote Start Keyless Access Lock button and then press Press the With the RKE transmitter within 3 ft. (1 m) and hold the button until the turn signal of the door, press the chrome button on... - Page 5 GETTING STARTED POWER Button The Volt features an electronic push-button start. The POWER button flashes when the driver’s door is opened upon entry. Once the vehicle is ON, the button illuminates. Note: The air conditioning compressor, pumps and fan may run at any time, even when the vehicle is OFF, to cool or warm the propulsion battery.
- Page 6 ELECTRIC AND EXTENDED-RANGE MODES Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability. Plug it in, let it charge overnight, and it’s ready to run on a pure electric charge — gas- and tailpipe emissions-free. After that, Volt keeps going, even if you can’t plug it in. Volt uses a range-extending gas engine that produces enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles on a single tank of gas.
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Page 7: Driver Information Center
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER The instrument cluster features a reconfigurable 7-inch LCD screen that displays a variety of operating information. The Simple Configuration displays basic information for Electric Mode and Extended- Range Mode operation. The Enhanced Configuration displays an additional driver efficiency gauge. (Not avail- able in Mountain or Hold drive mode.) Simple Configuration shown... - Page 8 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Electric Mode Display The propulsion battery gauge and electric range estimate are in color and displayed in the foreground when the vehicle is operating in Electric Mode. The fuel gauge is grayed out. Enhanced Configuration shown Extended-Range Mode Display The fuel gauge and fuel range estimate are in color and displayed in the foreground when the vehicle is operating in Extended-...
- Page 9 EFFICIENCY Driving Style Your driving style plays a large role in the efficiency of the vehicle. Avoid rapid acceleration or deceleration to help maximize energy efficiency and range. Electric range is maximized at 50 mph and below; higher speeds use more energy and significantly reduce range. Efficiency Gauge Press the CONFIG button to select the Enhanced Configuration of the...
- Page 10 EFFICIENCY Center Stack Information Displays The center stack touch screen displays Power Flow, Charging and Energy Information. Press the Leaf button on the center stack and then touch the desired tab at the top of the screen to display the desired information.
- Page 11 SETTINGS, SIGHTS AND SOUNDS Refer to your Owner Manual for important safety information about using the infotainment system while driving. Infotainment/Vehicle Personalization Displays The touch screen in the center stack also can be used to display and adjust Infotainment, Vehicle Personalization and Climate Control settings. Use the controls on the center stack and the touch screen to access the various menus and settings.
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Page 12: Siri ® Eyes Free
SETTINGS, SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OnStar with 4G LTE Use the OnStar 4G LTE connection to stream data to your personal mobile devices. Up to seven compatible devices (smartphones, tablets and lap tops) can be connected to high- speed Internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. - Page 13 CHARGING Battery The Volt is powered by a lithium-ion high voltage battery pack, which holds its charge efficiently and has no memory effect (so it doesn’t have to be run down completely before recharging). Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully charged, to keep the battery temperature ready for the next drive.
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Page 14: Charging Status
CHARGING Charging Status The Charge Status Indicator is located on the instrument panel near the windshield. • Solid green with single horn chirp – Vehicle is plugged in; battery is charging • Slow (long pulse) flashing green with double horn chirp – Vehicle is plugged in; battery charging is delayed •... -
Page 15: Mobile Apps
CHARGING Home Charging Station Charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 Volt/20 Amp will provide the fastest charg- ing time to recharge the propulsion battery. Contact your dealer or a Volt Customer Advisor, or go to www.pluginnow.com/go/volt, for more information about an available 240V home charging station. -
Page 16: Roadside Assistance
1-888-811-1926 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program, which provides roadside service for 5 years/100,000 miles, whichever occurs first, at no expense to you. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive across town or travel the open road.